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Trump says US will maintain “total control” of Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States has “total control” of the Strait of Hormuz and intends to maintain that position, issuing a forceful statement as tensions with Iran remain high. In a message published on his Truth Social account, Trump portrayed the US naval......

Russia records historic meat consumption as global and Arab dietary trends diverge

Russia recorded its highest-ever level of meat and meat-product consumption in 2025, with average annual consumption reaching 100.7 kilograms per person, according to statistics cited by Russian media. The figure was up from 99.9 kilograms per person in 2024, reflecting continued demand for animal-based......

Iran says Strait of Hormuz deal is near but would not reopen waterway alone

Iran said Saturday that an agreement with Oman over arrangements surrounding the Strait of Hormuz was close, but warned that such a deal alone would not be sufficient to restore normal passage through the strategic waterway. The statement came after a U.S. official said Washington expected an agreement......

Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz declines amid regional tensions

Shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz has declined significantly this week, highlighting the continued impact of geopolitical tensions on one of the world's most strategically important maritime routes for global energy supplies. Recent maritime tracking data indicate that vessel movements......

Global food prices climb to three-year high as conflict and extreme weather disrupt markets

Global food prices reached their highest level in more than three years in July, as adverse weather conditions and escalating geopolitical tensions tightened agricultural markets and pushed cereal prices higher, according to the latest data from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). The......

Pakistan backs Hormuz agreement as opportunity to revive US-Iran diplomacy

Pakistan has expressed optimism that the recent agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz could create momentum for renewed diplomatic engagement between Iran and the United States, as Islamabad intensifies its regional consultations amid ongoing tensions in the Gulf. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and......

Proposed Hormuz Strait Agreement Raises Hopes for Safer Maritime Trade

Diplomatic efforts to restore stability in the Strait of Hormuz appear to be gaining momentum as reports suggest that a temporary agreement could soon be announced. The proposed arrangement is expected to improve maritime security, support the free movement of commercial vessels, and reduce tensions......

US urges citizens in Middle East to consider leaving amid rising Iran tensions

The United States has advised its citizens across much of the Middle East to consider leaving the region as fears grow over a possible escalation in the conflict involving Iran and Washington. Security alerts issued by several US embassies on Saturday urged American nationals to remain prepared for......

Greek firefighters battle major wildfire threatening Porto Germeno resort

Greek emergency services are continuing an intensive operation to contain a fast-moving wildfire threatening the coastal resort of Porto Germeno, as powerful winds fuel the blaze and complicate aerial firefighting efforts. More than 300 firefighters have been deployed to the affected area on the Gulf......