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President Trump indicated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be announced imminently following negotiations between Iran and Oman, while Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis continued attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.
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Diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz gain momentum as US officials signal potential agreement soon.
Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 12:29 AM
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The annual Al-Baldah climate phenomenon cools Yemen’s southern coast, attracting tens of thousands of visitors and revitalizing local businesses in Mukalla and surrounding cities.
Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 6:47 AM
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Heavy rains in Sri Lanka's central highlands have caused deadly mudslides and floods, damaging homes and forcing thousands to evacuate.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 11:52 PM
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Negotiations aim to establish safe shipping lanes through the strategic waterway amid ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 9:42 PM![Michael Richard "Mike" Pence (born June 7, 1959) is an American politician and lawyer and the 48th Vice President of the United States. He previously served as the 50th Governor of Indiana from 2013 to 2017. Born and raised in Columbus, Indiana, Pence graduated from Hanover College and earned a law degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law before entering private practice. After losing two bids for a U.S. congressional seat in 1988 and 1990, he became a conservative radio and television talk show host from 1994 to 1999. Pence was elected to the United States Congress in 2000 and represented Indiana's 2nd congressional district and Indiana's 6th congressional district in the United States House of Representatives from 2001 to 2013. He served as the chairman of the House Republican Conference from 2009 to 2011. Pence positioned himself as a principled ideologue and supporter of the Tea Party movement, noting he was "a Christian, a conservative, and a Republican, in that order." Upon becoming Governor of Indiana in January 2013, Pence initiated the largest tax cut in Indiana's history, pushed for more funding for education initiatives, and continued to increase the state's budget surplus. Pence signed bills intended to restrict abortions, including one that prohibited abortions if the reason for the procedure was the fetus's race, gender, or disability. Pence stirred several high-profile controversies, including with his signature of the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, for which he encountered fierce resistance from moderate members of his party, the business community, and LGBT advocates. He later signed an additional bill acting as an amendment intended to protect LGBT people. On November 8, 2016, Pence was elected as Vice President, after he dropped out of his gubernatorial re-election campaign in July to become the vice presidential running mate for Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, who went on to win the presidential election. The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC; /ˈsiːpæk/ see-pak) is an annual political conference attended by conservative activists and elected officials from across the United States. CPAC is hosted by the American Conservative Union (ACU). More than 100 other organizations contribute in various ways. In 2011, ACU took CPAC on the road with its first Regional CPAC in Orlando, Florida. Since then ACU has hosted regional CPACs in Chicago, Denver, St. Louis, and San Diego. Political front runners take the stage at this convention. Speakers have included Ronald Reagan,[2][3][4] George W. Bush,[5] Dick Cheney,[6] Pat Buchanan,[7] Karl Rove, Newt Gingrich,[5] Sarah Palin, Ron Paul,[8] Mitt Romney,[5] Tony Snow,[5] Glenn Beck,[9] Rush Limbaugh,[10] Ann Coulter,[6] Allen West,[11] Michele Bachmann,[12] Laura Ingraham, Sean Hannity, Donald Trump,[13] Gary Johnson, Mike Pence, Jeanine Pirro, Betsy DeVos, and other conservative public figures. CPAC #CPAC2017 #MikePence](/assets/images/2026-08-03T17-50-15-742Z-mike-pence-urges-u-s-and-israeli-forces-to-finish-the-job-in-iran-wikimedia-480.webp)
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Former Vice President Mike Pence calls for an escalation in military action against Iran, supporting President Donald Trump's approach amid ongoing regional strikes and resumed negotiations.
Daily Caller | Aug 3, 2026, 5:50 PM
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Iran refutes President Trump's claim of direct talks with the U.S., emphasizing ongoing discussions with Oman to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions.
The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 4:15 PM
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US President Donald Trump announces upcoming talks with Iran and calls off an imminent attack, while Iran moves toward a new shipping route agreement with Oman through the Strait of Hormuz.
Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 12:22 PM
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Iranian officials confirm ongoing negotiations with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz but insist the strategic waterway will not fully reopen to pre-conflict conditions.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 3, 2026, 7:21 AM
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The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported a tanker struck near the Strait of Hormuz as hostilities escalate between Iran and the United States.
France 24 English | Aug 1, 2026, 8:45 AM
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Oman proposes a management model for the Strait of Hormuz inspired by the voluntary fee system used in the Strait of Malacca.
Al Jazeera | Jul 28, 2026, 10:09 PM
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Oman has climbed 19 places in the 2026 Index of Economic Freedom, but negotiations with Iran over tolls in the Strait of Hormuz threaten its recent progress.
Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 9:35 AM
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A Marquette Law School survey reveals widespread skepticism about the US conflict with Iran and highlights ongoing negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 5, 2026, 5:17 AM
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Iran and Oman are drafting an agreement to reopen shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz, but US opposition and blockade conditions complicate the deal's implementation.
Euronews | Aug 5, 2026, 3:44 AM
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US officials indicate a possible agreement with Iran to restore safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz within days, amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts.
CNA Latest News | Aug 5, 2026, 12:59 AM
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Senior US officials announce progress in negotiations with Iran to resume shipments through the strategic waterway, easing supply concerns and lowering oil prices.
BBC World | Aug 4, 2026, 8:10 PM
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Despite ongoing negotiations, Iran continues to boost its military strength, retaining significant missile and drone stockpiles and preparing for potential renewed conflict with the United States.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 7:09 PM
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President Donald Trump calls on Iran to finalize a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address its nuclear program, while Tehran denies formal negotiations with the U.S.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 4:47 PM
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated a potential agreement by midweek to restore normal shipping through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, easing tensions in the Gulf region.
Washington Times News | Aug 4, 2026, 2:14 PM
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Pakistan has extended invitations to top Iranian negotiators as regional efforts to mediate the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran face challenges.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 1:59 PM
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A trade vessel in the Strait of Hormuz was hit by an unknown projectile as diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran continue.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 1:58 PM
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A cargo vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz as US and Iran prepare for new talks to end ongoing conflict.
Africanews | Aug 4, 2026, 11:49 AM
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President Donald Trump and Iran dispute the status of negotiations on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while a cargo vessel attack near the strait heightens tensions.
NBC Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 11:48 AM
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President Trump seeks a new agreement with Iran, but Tehran denies resuming talks with the U.S. and pursues a bilateral deal with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz.
The Hill | Aug 4, 2026, 10:24 AM