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U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Switzerland have been postponed after the Islamabad MoU took effect, even as ships begin returning to Hormuz. The deal’s promises now run into implementation: nuclear terms, blockades, and Lebanon. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Live Updates: U.S.-Iran deal signing sets stage for nuclear negotiations, but initial talks in Switzerland postponed — CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-deal-strait-of-hormuz/ 2. Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner to fly to Pakistan for Iran talks — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy8103xklreo 3. Israel continues strikes in Beirut's southern suburbs, killing 3 — NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/world/lebanon/israel-continues-strikes-beiruts-southern-suburbs-rcna349995 4. The Impacts of the Strait of Hormuz Blockade on Global Energy Markets — Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research https://www.setav.org/en/the-impacts-of-the-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-on-global-energy-markets Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran Islamabad MoU is now signed by Trump and Pezeshkian, putting an immediate ceasefire, Hormuz reopening, and US blockade lift into effect while nuclear terms, Lebanon, sanctions relief, and shipping confidence move into a 60-day test. In this episode: Top stories: 1. PM Shehbaz announces signing of 'Islamabad MoU' by US, Iranian leadership — Express Tribune https://tribune.com.pk/story/2613815/pm-shehbaz-announces-signing-of-islamabad-mou-by-us-iranian-leadership 2. US-Iran ceasefire terms released after deal officially signed ... — ABC News (Australia) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fmYwG_7s0w 3. Israeli strikes Beirut, accuses Hezbollah of cease-fire violation - UPI.com — UPI https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/06/14/lebanon-israel-attacks-beirut/3891781446672 4. Step Back: Why is Pakistan the broker of this US-Iran ceasefire deal, and what leverage does Islamabad actually have to get Washington, Tehran, and the regional players to take it seriously? Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Strait of Hormuz clashes escalated as U.S. forces hit Iranian radar sites after drones, while missile attacks drew Gulf condemnations. In Lebanon, Israeli strikes killed 12, and U.S. envoys prepared nuclear experts for a possible Iran MOU. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US strikes Iranian sites after Iran launches drones, in latest Gulf flare-up — Military Times https://www.militarytimes.com/flashpoints/middle-east/2026/06/06/us-strikes-iranian-sites-after-iran-launches-drones-in-latest-gulf-flare-up/ 2. Iran fires missiles at Gulf after US targets Iranian radar sites | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://1-e8259.azureedge.net/news/2026/6/6/us-intercepts-iranian-attacks-as-israel-continues-to-bomb-lebanon 3. Israeli attacks in Lebanon kill 12 people, including high-ranking ... — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/6/israeli-attacks-in-lebanon-kill-10-people-including-high-ranking-soldiers 4. Trump envoys hold meeting with nuclear experts for deal with Iran: Report — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/trump-envoys-hold-meeting-with-nuclear-experts-for-deal-with-iran-report/3958134 5. Iran lashes out at IAEA over missing uranium questions | Iran International — Iran International https://www.iranintl.com/en/202606065997 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

CENTCOM says US forces shot down Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz and struck radar sites, while Iran fired missiles toward Gulf bases. The clashes sharpen a naval blockade that Al Jazeera says has cost Tehran nearly $6 billion in oil revenue. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US forces intercept drones launched by Iran toward Strait of Hormuz: CENTCOM — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/us-israel-iran-war/us-forces-intercept-drones-launched-by-iran-toward-strait-of-hormuz-centcom/3958146 2. How the US naval blockade has bled Iran of nearly $6bn in oil revenues | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/5/how-the-us-naval-blockade-has-bled-iran-of-nearly-6bn-in-oil-revenues 3. Khamenei aide ties US deal to release of $24 billion in frozen assets - CNN | Iran International — Iran International https://www.iranintl.com/en/202606054322 4. CENTCOM rejects Iran retreat claim, says blockade still enforced | Rudaw — Rudaw https://rudaw.net/english/categories/middleeast/1077822 5. US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgzgyjk2weo Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran talks are being pulled between a shaky Lebanon ceasefire, Pakistan’s expected next round of U.S.-Iran mediation, and Washington’s demand that Tehran reopen Hormuz without upfront sanctions relief, while Trump publicly vents that Israel’s Lebanon war is complicating diplomacy. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Israel strikes Lebanon as U.S.-brokered ceasefire yet to take hold, according to Lebanese president | CBC News — CBC News https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/israel-lebanon-ceasefire-challenges-9.7223002 2. Step Back: When the IAEA says Iran’s nuclear program shows “little change” after months of war, what does that actually mean—what can inspectors verify from outside or limited access, and what could still be hidden at damaged or off-limits sites? 3. Trump acknowledges calling Netanyahu ‘crazy’ and says Israel is complicating peace talks with Iran — WYMT https://www.wymt.com/2026/06/04/trump-acknowledges-calling-netanyahu-crazy-says-israel-is-complicating-peace-talks-with-iran/ 4. BERNAMA - Pakistan Expects To Host Second Round Of US-Iran Talks Next Week — BERNAMA https://bernama.com/en/news.php?id=2553767 5. US: Hormuz opening first condition in talks with Iran; No upfront sanctions relief to Iran | Shipping reports | Shipping Telegraph — Shipping Telegraph https://shippingtelegraph.com/shipping-reports/us-hormuz-opening-first-condition-in-talks-with-iran-no-upfront-sanctions-relief-to-iran/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran fired missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain as CENTCOM struck Qeshm Island, while Washington pressed a Lebanon ceasefire plan and Tehran’s demand for frozen assets hardened the MOU talks into a sanctions-and-security stalemate. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran fires missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain, U.S. strikes Iran facility | Georgia Public Broadcasting — Georgia Public Broadcasting https://www.gpb.org/news/2026/06/03/iran-fires-missiles-at-kuwait-and-bahrain-us-strikes-iran-facility 2. Israel and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire if Hezbollah stops ... — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y01pdqvkgo 3. Multiple nuclear operations in Iran have now halted amid ongoing conflict: IAEA chief - The Tribune — The Tribune https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/world/multiple-nuclear-operations-in-iran-have-now-halted-amid-ongoing-conflict-iaea-chief/ 4. Iran demands billions in frozen assets as condition for agreement with US | The Jerusalem Post — The Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-898328 5. US, partner forces intercept Iranian missiles, drones: Central Command — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/us-israel-iran-war/us-partner-forces-intercept-iranian-missiles-drones-central-command/3954747 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran ceasefire talks are under new strain after CENTCOM reported Iranian missiles and drones toward Gulf neighbors and US strikes on Qeshm Island, while Washington ruled out sanctions relief just to reopen Hormuz and Lebanon’s partial truce held unevenly. In this episode: Top stories: 1. JUST IN: US and Iran Exchange Fire Amid Tense Ceasefire — Mediaite https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/just-in-u-s-and-iran-exchange-fire-as-situation-deteriorates-further/ 2. US rules out Iran sanctions relief just to reopen Strait of Hormuz — Baird Maritime https://www.bairdmaritime.com/security/us-rules-out-iran-sanctions-relief-just-to-reopen-strait-of-hormuz 3. CENTCOM Disables Non-Compliant Vessel in Arabian Gulf — U.S. Central Command https://www.centcom.mil/MEDIA/PUBLIC-RELEASES/Article/4506969/centcom-disables-non-compliant-vessel-in-arabian-gulf/ 4. Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c936zvne0l6o 5. What’s happening on day 96 of Iran war as US, Iran engage in new attacks | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/3/whats-happening-on-day-96-of-iran-war-as-us-iran-engage-in-new-attacks Got 60 seconds? Tell us what you think and help shape the show: https://www.lanternpodcasts.com/topfive/feedback?show=iran-war-daily Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran ceasefire talks are being tested by new American strikes on Iranian radar and drone sites, Tehran’s claimed missile attack on US troops in Kuwait, and Israel’s renewed threats against Hezbollah targets in Beirut. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US bombs Iranian military sites and Tehran targets American troops in Kuwait - ABC News — ABC News https://abcnews.com/International/wireStory/us-bombs-iranian-military-sites-tehran-targets-american-133475287 2. Israel PM orders strikes on Beirut suburbs as Hezbollah conflict escalates - BBC News — BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g419e2xlvo 3. Iran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images show — BBC https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2l2yl7r8r2o 4. Iran enriched uranium transfer difficult but possible, IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says - India Today — India Today https://www.indiatoday.in/world/story/iran-enriched-uranium-transfer-difficult-but-possible-iaea-chief-rafael-grossi-says-2920572-2026-06-02 5. Iran says Lebanon part of ceasefire, warns US and Israel over ... — Arab News https://www.arabnews.com/node/2645611/middle-east Got 60 seconds? Tell us what you think and help shape the show: https://www.lanternpodcasts.com/topfive/feedback?show=iran-war-daily Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran ceasefire negotiators have a tentative 60-day extension and nuclear-talks plan, but Trump has not signed off and Tehran is publicly cautious as US forces keep enforcing the Iran blockade against commercial ships near Hormuz. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US and Iranian negotiators reach tentative deal to extend ceasefire and start new nuclear talks | News | fox23.com — FOX23 https://www.fox23.com/news/us-and-iranian-negotiators-reach-tentative-deal-to-extend-ceasefire-and-start-new-nuclear-talks/article_b9cd30b7-0fa1-5838-bf36-504cc377bf66.html 2. Iran FM: No Speculation on US Talks Till Final Outcome — New Kerala https://www.newkerala.com/news/a/no-room-speculation-till-final-outcome-reached-talks-924.htm 3. How far is there to go until the US and Iran end the war? — Defense News https://www.defensenews.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/05/29/how-far-is-there-to-go-until-the-us-and-iran-end-the-war/ 4. US forces redirected 118 vessels under Iran blockade, CENTCOM says | Iran International — Iran International https://www.iranintl.com/en/202605317207 5. US fires missile into commercial ship trying to reach Iran, Central Command says - ABC News — ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05-31/us-strucks-commercial-ship-trying-to-breach-blockade/106742250 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire pressure is rising after new strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs and Tyre, while US-Iran talks over Hormuz look more like a temporary pause than a settled peace framework. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Israel strikes Beirut's southern suburbs and Tyre as death toll rises in Lebanon — Al Jazeera English https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffNZhB2Mj2o 2. Analysts say US-Iran Hormuz MOU is a time‑buying ceasefire, not a real deal — Al Jazeera English https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FBkxhS6rYao 3. Trump Claims Iran Talks Moving Forward as Rubio Teases Peace Deal 'Today' | Firstpost Live | N18G — Firstpost https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVMe0m4p3Ys 4. Israel bombs southern Lebanon after targeting Hezbollah commander in Beirut | Israel attacks Lebanon News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/6/israel-bombs-beiruts-southern-suburb-as-it-targets-radwan-force-commander 5. IRGC says Iran establishes multi-layered national defense amid war — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/irgc-says-iran-establishes-multi-layered-national-defense-amid-war/3899941 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Strait of Hormuz blockade risks remain central to the Iran war’s economic fallout, with DW highlighting warnings of tighter oil supplies, higher fuel prices, and pressure spreading from energy markets into food and geopolitics. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Hormuz blockade threatens global oil supplies | DW News — Deutsche Welle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEUc2cFuuH8 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran deal reports say Washington and Tehran have agreed to a ceasefire framework tied to reopening Hormuz, but Iran is already setting conditions on assets and nuclear talks while Israeli strikes around Beirut underline how many fronts still have to hold. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US-Iran MoU Includes Ceasefire On All Fronts And Lifting Of Hormuz Blockade | LIVE BLOG - i24NEWS — i24NEWS https://www.i24news.tv/en/news/israel/defense/artc-us-iran-mou-includes-ceasefire-on-all-fronts-and-lifting-of-hormuz-blockade-live-blog 2. Mediator of Iran talks says final text of peace deal ... - YouTube — NBC News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trLCBV46Xc0 3. Israel strikes Beirut suburbs in lead-up to anticipated US-Iran deal — Associated Press https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yni2mMBBs_o 4. Hezbollah | Today's latest from Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/tag/hezbollah 5. Step Back: If this deal says Iran will lift the Strait of Hormuz blockade, what actually has to happen before ships, insurers, and oil markets believe the strait is safe again — and how fast would ordinary people feel that in fuel prices? Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran war talks are converging on a thin ceasefire memo with unresolved verification and Israeli buy-in questions as Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut and the Hormuz blockade keeps energy markets under pressure. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Israel continues strikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs - NBC News — NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/world/lebanon/israel-continues-strikes-beiruts-southern-suburbs-rcna349995 2. Step Back: When officials say the US and Iran are close to a one-page memo to end the war, what would actually make that more than a handshake—who has to sign on, how would compliance be verified, and what happens if Israel or an allied militia keeps fighting? 3. The Impacts of the Strait of Hormuz Blockade on Global Energy ... — Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research https://www.setav.org/en/the-impacts-of-the-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-on-global-energy-markets Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran’s uranium stockpiles are back before the IAEA board, which demanded declarations and inspector access, while Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed 12 and pushed Tyre families back into flight—signs the war’s nuclear and regional fronts are both tightening. In this episode: Top stories: 1. IAEA board adopts resolution calling on Iran to declare uranium stockpiles and allow inspections | IRIA News — IRIA News https://www.ir-ia.com/news/iaea-board-adopts-resolution-for-iran-to-declare-uranium-stockpiles-and-allow-inspections/ 2. Israeli strikes kill 12 in Lebanon as Netanyahu urges fight against Hezbollah - France 24 — France 24 https://www.france24.com/en/middle-east/20260611-israeli-strikes-kill-12-in-lebanon-as-netanyahu-urges-fight-against-hezbollah 3. Lebanon's Christians flee Tyre, fearing Israel's campaign will prevent return | The Straits Times — The Straits Times https://www.straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/lebanons-christians-flee-tyre-fearing-israels-campaign-will-prevent-return Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran war escalated with new U.S. strikes, Iranian claims of attacks on Gulf bases, and fresh threats around the Strait of Hormuz, while Qatari envoys arrived in Tehran trying to keep a de-escalation deal alive. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US military says it's striking 'multiple targets' in Iran - Nikkei Asia — Nikkei Asia https://asia.nikkei.com/spotlight/iran-tensions/iran-war/us-military-says-it-s-striking-multiple-targets-in-iran 2. Iran targets US bases in Jordan and the Gulf after Trump orders strikes near Hormuz - Yahoo News UK — Reuters https://uk.news.yahoo.com/iran-targets-us-bases-jordan-035413328.html 3. US, Iran hit each other again as hopes for Middle East peace deal fade — Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/world/americas/us-renews-iran-attacks-tehran-says-it-closed-strait-of-hormuz-2-1.500570413 4. Qatari envoys arrive in Tehran for US-Iran de-escalation talks - HUM News English — HUM News English https://humenglish.com/latest/qatari-envoys-arrive-in-tehran-for-us-iran-de-escalation-talks/ 5. US issues more Iran sanctions as Trump says strikes will resume - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012 — AL-MONITOR https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/06/us-issues-more-iran-sanctions-trump-says-strikes-will-resume Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US Central Command says it has completed retaliatory strikes near the Strait of Hormuz after a US helicopter was downed, while Trump touts a possible Iran deal and IAEA-linked analysis warns monitoring of Iran’s nuclear sites remains nearly gone. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US has completed retaliatory strikes against Iran, CENTCOM says | The Times of Israel — The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/us-has-completed-retaliatory-strikes-against-iran-centcom-says/ 2. Analysis of IAEA Iran Verification and Monitoring and NPT Safeguards Reports — June 2026 — Foundation for Defense of Democracies https://www.fdd.org/analysis/2026/06/09/analysis-of-iaea-iran-verification-and-monitoring-and-npt-safeguards-reports-june-2026/ 3. 101 days of Iran War: Trump says deal could be signed in 2-3 days — KOAT https://www.koat.com/article/101-days-iran-war-trump-deal-could-be-signed-soon/71533423 4. Tehran warns foreign forces near Iran ‘face risks’ after Trump’s threat — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/tehran-warns-foreign-forces-near-iran-face-risks-after-trump-s-threat/3961885 5. Iran’s Qaani: New ‘resistance security belt’ will stretch from Hormuz to Bab al-Mandab – Middle East Monitor — Middle East Monitor https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20260609-irans-qaani-new-resistance-security-belt-will-stretch-from-hormuz-to-bab-al-mandab/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran and Israel halted their first direct exchange since April’s truce, but Lebanon strikes, an IAEA inspections fight and Trump’s refusal to unfreeze assets before a deal are tightening the squeeze on ceasefire diplomacy. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes after first exchange of fire since truce — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj6ge150z5go 2. How Lebanon became the breaking point for the Iran war ceasefire | Israel attacks Lebanon News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/8/how-lebanon-became-the-breaking-point-for-the-iran-war-ceasefire 3. Trump Refuses to Unfreeze Iranian Assets Before a Deal — The Eastern Herald https://easternherald.com/2026/06/08/trump-iran-assets-frozen-deal-first-sanctions-behave/ 4. IAEA Calls on Iran to Allow Inspections to Resume — Asharq Al-Awsat https://english.aawsat.com/world/5281920-iaea-calls-iran-allow-inspections-resume 5. Iran Names CENTCOM Responsible for Ceasefire Collapse as IRGC Halts — Eastern Herald https://easternherald.com/2026/06/08/iran-baghaei-centcom-ceasefire-violation-irgc-halts-june-2026/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran-Israel ceasefire is under its sharpest test since April, with missiles and airstrikes resuming as CENTCOM says 132 ships were redirected under the blockade and Trump insists a nuclear deal is “very close.” In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran fires missiles towards Israel for first time since April ceasefire - follow live - BBC News — BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/clyengg72pgt 2. US says 132 ships redirected under Iran blockade | Iran International — Iran International https://www.iranintl.com/en/202606075176 3. Trump says U.S. and Iran are 'very close' to a deal — days after Iran said it was breaking off talks - Yahoo News Singapore — Yahoo News https://sg.news.yahoo.com/trump-says-us-and-iran-are-very-close-to-a-deal--days-after-iran-said-it-was-breaking-off-talks-150808161.html 4. Trump says Iran assets will not be unfrozen immediately | Iran International — Iran International https://www.iranintl.com/en/202606076557 5. Israel, Iran trade fire despite Trump's call for restraint - CNA — Channel NewsAsia https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/israel-iran-trade-strikes-trump-netanyahu-6168186 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran is testing a fragile war pause with claimed strikes on US bases, while US airstrikes and new Strait of Hormuz attacks raise the stakes for diplomacy, shipping, and sanctions pressure. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran's new calculus: Strike first, talk later — Al-Monitor https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/irans-new-calculus-strike-first-talk-later 2. IRGC video of retaliatory strikes on US targets in Jordan | US-Israel war on Iran | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/7/30/irgc-video-of-retaliatory-strikes-on-us-targets-in-jordan 3. Ships attacked in the Strait of Hormuz: What that means for ongoing talks | Al Jazeera Mirror — Al Jazeera https://aljazeeranews-mggx1uo47w.edgeone.app/news/2026/7/7/ships-attacked-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-what-that-means-for-ongoing-talks 4. Trump: Add Iran tariffs to sanctions bill despite little U.S. trade — CNBC https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/30/trump-iran-tariffs-sanctions-bill.html Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran war spillover widened with PBS reporting a new explosion in Egypt, Iranian attacks on a U.S. base in Jordan and joint U.S.-Saudi strikes in Iraq, while the UN warned Israeli strikes in Lebanon could amount to international crimes. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Brief pause in Iran war ends with new attacks in Iraq and ... — PBS NewsHour https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/brief-pause-in-iran-war-ends-with-new-attacks-in-iraq-and-egypt 2. Lebanon: Israeli strikes 'could amount to international crimes ... — UN News https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/07/1168034 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Strait of Hormuz fighting widened as U.S. strikes hit bridges and infrastructure near Bandar Abbas, while Iran renewed attacks on Gulf allies and shipping traffic, pushing oil prices higher and testing the collapsed ceasefire. In this episode: Top stories: 1. U.S. strikes bridges around key port in Iran, expanding campaign in battle over Hormuz — NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-strikes-bridges-iran-port-hormuz-bandar-abbas-syria-rcna587959 2. Iran renews attacks on Gulf states after US strikes — RTÉ News https://www.rte.ie/news/middle-east/2026/0718/1583954-middle-east-iran/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran-U.S. talks are still active, the White House says, even as Washington reimposes a blockade tied to Hormuz attacks. A freed American and delayed Pentagon review of a school strike show the war’s diplomatic and accountability tracks moving at once. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran 'very much continues to talk' to US: White House — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/iran-very-much-continues-to-talk-to-us-white-house-/4000687 2. U.S. citizen held in Iran since 2024 released, Trump announces — NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/trump-announces-release-us-citizen-held-iran-2024-dena-karari-rcna587764 3. Pentagon delayed intelligence review into Iran school strike - CNN | The Jerusalem Post — The Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/international/article-902707 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran war: U.S. strikes expanded into northern Iran and around Hormuz as Tehran claimed retaliatory attacks on Gulf bases, shredding the interim deal and raising the risk of a wider regional war. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US strikes expand into northern Iran as it disables ship trying to run blockade - ABC News — ABC News https://abcnews.com/US/wireStory/us-strikes-expand-northern-iran-disables-ship-run-134805777 2. US hits 'missile launch sites' on Iranian-occupied Greater Tunb island | The National — The National https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/15/us-hits-missile-launch-sites-on-iranian-occupied-greater-tunb-island/ 3. US attacks Iran as IRGC claims strikes on US military sites ... — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/15/us-attacks-iran-as-irgc-claims-strikes-on-us-military-sites-in-gulf 4. Tehran frees US-Iranian woman Dena Karari after almost two years' detention - ABC News — ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-16/tehran-frees-us-iranian-woman-dena-karari/106921698 5. US launches fresh strikes on Iran as Trump warns Tehran it ... — BBC News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDC6lHSqkGM Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Strait of Hormuz is again the war’s choke point: the U.S. renewed its blockade and hit Iranian coastal targets as Tehran struck shipping and Gulf allies; Rome talks aim to keep the Lebanon-Israel front from widening. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US renews blockade, trades strikes with Iran over Hormuz strait — France24 https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20260714-us-strikes-iran-vows-to-reimpose-naval-blockade 2. US strikes Bushehr as Iran's parliament tables bill to control Hormuz | Euronews — Euronews https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/14/us-strikes-bushehr-as-irans-parliament-tables-bill-to-control-hormuz 3. US says latest wave of strikes targeted six locations across Iran | Iran International — Iran International https://www.iranintl.com/en/202607143801 4. Lebanon, Israel hold US-brokered talks in Rome to implement framework deal - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012 — AL-MONITOR https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/lebanon-israel-hold-us-brokered-talks-rome-implement-framework-deal 5. U.S. uses sea drones in combat for first time to attack Iranian naval base, CENTCOM says - CBS News — CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-iran-war-first-sea-drone-attack-bandar-abbas-naval-base/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Strait of Hormuz fighting escalated as the U.S. struck Iran, Tehran hit UAE-linked tankers, and Trump revived a blockade-and-fee threat, raising oil prices and reopening fights over war powers and diplomacy. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US attacks Iran as Tehran fires at tankers in strait — AP News https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-13-2026-6c2c44cfdd089d6393d18fa5930ed620 2. Iran hits two UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz as US carries out third night of strikes - BBC News — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/live/cwy30p89rlgt 3. Trump formally notifies Congress of resumed military action in Iran – Deseret News — Deseret News https://www.deseret.com/politics/2026/07/13/trump-notifies-war-restarted-in-iran/ 4. First US Sea-Drone Strike: Saronic Corsairs Hit Iran’s Bandar Abbas — Quwa https://quwa.org/iran/military-news-iran/first-us-sea-drone-strike-saronic-corsairs-hit-irans-bandar-abbas/ 5. Trump: Deal with Iran still possible, 'we had a deal 2 days ago' — Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/trump-deal-still-possible-we-had-a-deal-2-days-ago-1.500606939 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran strikes over the Strait of Hormuz widened to Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, sending oil higher and putting the fragile negotiation window under new strain. Washington is pairing military pressure with demands for free shipping access and fresh sanctions. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Live updates: US and Iran trade strikes over Strait of Hormuz - CNN — CNN https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/13/world/live-news/iran-war-trump 2. Iran war live: Tehran attacks Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan after US bombings | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/13/iran-war-live-us-bombs-iranian-cities-again-as-hormuz-standoff-intensifies 3. US seeks free Hormuz access from Iran as talks focus on strait - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012 — Al-Monitor https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2026/07/us-seeks-iranian-pledge-free-strait-hormuz 4. US issues fresh Iran-related sanctions as conflict flares - The Economic Times — The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/world-news/us-issues-fresh-iran-related-sanctions-as-conflict-flares/articleshow/132323090.cms 5. Iran rejects talks with US until conditions on Hormuz, oil exports met | World News - Business Standard — Business Standard https://www.business-standard.com/world-news/iran-rejects-talks-with-us-until-conditions-on-hormuz-oil-exports-met-126071100869_1.html Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran attacks are outrunning the ceasefire text: Washington and Tehran traded another round of strikes while the full MOU and continuing technical talks point to a 60-day diplomatic window that may already be cracking. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US, Iran launch more attacks as mediators urge both sides to uphold MoU | Drone Strikes News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/9/us-iran-launch-more-attacks-as-mediators-urge-warring-sides-to-uphold-mou 2. US-Iran memorandum of understanding in full - BBC — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gy700j0eko 3. US-Iran 'technical talks' ongoing despite tit-for-tat strikes — Washington Examiner https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/white-house/4643367/us-iran-technical-talks-ongoing-despite-strikes/ 4. CENTCOM strikes Iran as Tehran condemns US sanctions waiver revocation - FDD's Long War Journal — FDD's Long War Journal https://www.longwarjournal.org/archives/2026/07/centcom-strikes-iran-as-tehran-condemns-us-sanctions-waiver-revocation.php 5. Iran signals defiance as Trump fumes over Strait of Hormuz strikes | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://1-e8259.azureedge.net/news/2026/7/8/iran-signals-defiance-as-trump-fumes-over-strait-of-hormuz-strikes Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran war ceasefire is buckling after new U.S. strikes and reported Iranian attacks around Hormuz and Gulf bases; oil sanctions are back, crude is jumping, and mediators are racing to keep the interim deal from collapsing. In this episode: Top stories: 1. New attacks raise questions about what comes next in the Iran war - News.net — News.net https://news.net/news/new-attacks-raise-questions-about-what-comes-next-in-the-iran-war/ 2. Iran Attacks US Military Sites in Bahrain and Kuwait After New American Strikes Over Ship Attacks This Week — IBTimes Australia https://www.ibtimes.com.au/iran-us-strikes-escalate-tensions-1872002 3. U.S. Strikes Iran In Retaliation For Multiple Attacks On Shipping In Strait Of Hormuz Over Last 24 Hours (Updated) — The TWZ https://www.twz.com/news-features/u-s-strikes-iran-in-retaliation-for-multiple-attacks-on-shipping-in-strait-of-hormuz-over-last-24-hours 4. Oil prices rise sharply after Iran launches attacks on tankers near ... — The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/08/oil-prices-rise-iran-attack-tankers-strait-of-hormuz 5. US calls Iran’s actions in Strait of Hormuz ‘unacceptable’ and reinstates oil sanctions | The National — The National https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/07/07/us-calls-irans-actions-in-strait-of-hormuz-wholly-unacceptable-and-reinstates-oil-sanctions/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran deal talks are stuck on Tehran’s demand that threats stop before final negotiations, while Craig and Lindsay Foreman’s hunger strikes in Evin prison are raising urgent medical and hostage-diplomacy stakes for London. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran says final deal talks will not start if threats continue | Iran International — Iran International https://www.iranintl.com/en/202607070374 2. British couple detained in Iran continue hunger strike amid urgent health fears | The Independent — The Independent https://www.independent.co.uk/bulletin/news/craig-lindsay-foreman-iran-detention-hunger-strike-b3010541.html Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Trump and Iran hardened their positions over a final deal, with Washington threatening to “finish the job” and Tehran signaling talks won’t proceed under threats. At the same time, Iran is testing control over Hormuz with proposed ship service fees. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Trump warns Iran to 'make a deal' as Hormuz tensions escalate amid Khamenei's funeral - CNBC TV18 — CNBCTV18 https://www.cnbctv18.com/world/trump-warns-iran-to-make-a-deal-as-hormuz-tensions-escalate-amid-khameneis-funeral-19939786.htm 2. Iran says final deal talks with US will not start if 'threats continue' — Anadolu Ajansı https://aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-says-final-deal-talks-with-us-will-not-start-if-threats-continue/3988039 3. Iran confirms Strait of Hormuz service fees, rejects third-part intervention — FXStreet https://www.fxstreet.com/news/iran-confirms-strait-of-hormuz-service-fees-rejects-third-part-intervention-202607060155 4. Khamenei's body to travel in Iran, Iraq during days-long funeral | Live Updates from Fox News Digital — Fox News https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/iran-peace-talks-trump-khamenei-july-5 5. Khamenei's other sons appear at his funeral in Iran as new supreme leader remains in hiding | PBS News — PBS NewsHour https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/calls-for-revenge-as-senior-iranian-officials-appear-in-public-for-supreme-leaders-funeral Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

U.S. Central Command says it intercepted Iranian missiles as the PMF reported at least 20 fighters killed in U.S.-Saudi strikes in Iraq, breaking a lull while Iran and Oman argue over who controls the Strait of Hormuz. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran War Updates: U.S. thwarts Iranian missile attack on ... — CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-talks-oman/ 2. Iran and Oman exchange proposals to manage Strait of Hormuz | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/28/iran-and-oman-exchange-proposals-to-manage-strait-of-hormuz 3. Recent fighting with Iran further draws down key US air defense stockpiles, analysis says — KSAT https://www.ksat.com/news/politics/2026/07/28/recent-fighting-with-iran-further-draws-down-key-us-air-defense-stockpiles-analysis-says/ 4. Iran Update Special Report, July 28, 2026 — Institute for the Study of War https://understandingwar.org/research/middle-east/iran-update-special-report-july-28-2026/ 5. Freed American reveals brutal Iran prison ordeal, warns hostages face greater danger — Yahoo News https://www.yahoo.com/news/world/articles/freed-american-reveals-brutal-iran-100022359.html Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks are inching forward around nuclear principles and a July 11 technical round, while Khamenei’s funeral pauses hostilities and Hormuz remains the pressure point for shipping, fees and regional security. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US–Iran Tensions Escalate as Tehran Mourns Khamenei, Trump Urges Restraint and Strait of Hormuz Security Dominates Global Concerns — Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-iran-tensions-tehran-mourns-khamenei-as-trump-urges-restraint-during-rites-1.500597194 2. Iran foreign minister says progress made in nuclear talks with US in Geneva — DD News https://ddnews.gov.in/en/iran-foreign-minister-says-progress-made-in-nuclear-talks-with-us-in-geneva/ 3. Next round of US-Iran talks most likely to be set for July 11 in Islamabad - The Arabian Stories News — The Arabian Stories https://www.thearabianstories.com/2026/07/05/next-round-of-us-iran-talks-most-likely-to-be-set-for-july-11-in-islamabad/ 4. Iran Slams US-Led CENTCOM Security Summit in Bahrain Over Strait of Hormuz — Deccan Chronicle https://www.deccanchronicle.com/world/iran-slams-us-led-centcom-security-summit-in-bahrain-over-strait-of-hormuz-1968034 5. ‘I don’t want to think about the worst happening’: Fears grow for British couple after almost two months on hunger strike in Iranian jail | The Independent — The Independent https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/lindsay-craig-foreman-iran-jail-hunger-strike-b3008414.html Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran memorandum of understanding is now public, laying out 14 points for ending the war, reopening Hormuz and negotiating a final deal in 60 days, even as Lebanon strikes test the truce. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US-Iran memorandum of understanding in full - BBC — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gy700j0eko 2. US and Iran conclude round of peace talks centred around Strait of Hormuz | Irish Independent — Irish Independent https://www.independent.ie/world-news/us-and-iran-conclude-round-of-peace-talks-centred-around-strait-of-hormuz/a/158148959.html 3. Deal in jeopardy again after Israeli strike on Lebanon: Iran challenges US responsibility, Netanyahu seeks urgent Trump meeting — Parapolitika https://en.parapolitika.gr/world/231093/deal-in-jeopardy-again-after-israeli-strike-on-lebanon-iran-challenges-us-responsibility-netanyahu-seeks-urgent-trump-meeting/ 4. US evaluates moving CENTCOM forces and naval assets to Israel after Iran war | The Jerusalem Post — The Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/article-901210 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Strait of Hormuz talks are hardening as Reuters sources say Iran wants recognized control and future shipping fees, even by force, while U.S. envoys work through Qatar on the interim deal meant to keep Gulf traffic moving. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran-U.S. war: Tensions high over Strait of Hormuz — CTV News https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/mideast-conflict/article/us-envoys-arrive-in-qatar-for-meetings-on-iran-with-tensions-high-over-hormuz/ 2. Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz, senior Iranian sources say - SRN News — SRN News https://srnnews.com/iran-insists-on-keeping-control-over-hormuz-senior-iranian-sources-say/ 3. Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz, senior Iranian sources say | WDEZ 101.9 FM Great Country — WDEZ 101.9 FM Great Country https://wdez.com/2026/07/01/iran-insists-on-keeping-control-over-hormuz-senior-iranian-sources-say/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks in Doha are moving under Qatari mediation, but Tehran still rejects any direct U.S. meeting as the interim deal strains under Hormuz clashes and Lebanon’s ceasefire framework moves toward implementation. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US and Iran hold indirect Doha talks to advance peace deal and prevent renewed Middle East conflict | النهار — Annahar https://en.annahar.com/en/325840/doha-hosts-indirect-technical-talks-between-washington-and-tehran-managed-by-qatari-and-pakistani-mediators 2. US, Iran both to send representatives to Qatar | Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette — Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2026/jun/30/us-iran-both-to-send-representatives-to-qatar/ 3. CENTCOM Chief Visits Lebanon, Israel for Framework Agreement Talks | Leaders — Leaders https://www.leaders-mena.com/centcom-chief-visits-lebanon-israel-for-framework-agreement-talks/ 4. Live Updates: Iran calls Strait of Hormuz situation "sensitive and complex" as U.S. sends officials to Qatar for talks — CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-peace-talks-timetable-unclear-strait-of-hormuz-clashes/#post-update-625e48ee Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran says a $6 billion Qatar asset release is moving, while Tehran denies imminent U.S. negotiations and new strikes around Hormuz and southern Lebanon test the ceasefire architecture. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran says frozen $6bn will soon be returned as part of peace deal - AOL — AOL https://www.aol.com/articles/iran-says-frozen-6bn-soon-224039000.html 2. 'No planned negotiations' with US in coming days: Iran - TRT World — TRT World https://www.trtworld.com/article/a63f752c2f78 3. CENTCOM struck new targets during strikes in Hormuz, source tells ... — The Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-900685 4. IRGC says it targeted US military positions in region after strikes in south — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/irgc-says-it-targeted-us-military-positions-in-region-after-strikes-in-south/3979442 5. Israel strikes southern Lebanon as Hezbollah condemns new deal — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2kpn0eeweo Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran ceasefire terms are fraying as Washington and Tehran trade Gulf strikes, while Pezeshkian touts sanctions relief and the IAEA pushes for nuclear-site access—the core tests of whether the interim deal can survive. In this episode: Top stories: 1. U.S., Iran trade strikes over alleged breaches of interim deal - The Globe and Mail — The Globe and Mail https://www.theglobeandmail.com/world/article-us-military-hits-multiple-targets-in-iran-as-ceasefire-tensions/ 2. Pezeshkian: US-Iran Ceasefire Deal to Unfreeze $6 Billion, Lift Oil Sanctions — News18 https://one.news18.com/english/article/world/iran-secures-6-billion-frozen-funds-oil-sanctions-lifted-in-ceasefire-deal-mce-1313961238 3. IAEA hopes to begin inspections of Iran's nuclear facilities soon — Grossi - World - TASS — TASS https://tass.com/world/2151813 4. Iran war updates: IRGC says 8 US military sites destroyed | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/6/28/iran-war-live-trump-threatens-tehran-as-us-bombs-sirik-qeshm-for-2nd-day Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran peace deal talks are colliding with an $87.6 billion war-funding request, a GOP split over war powers, and conflicting claims about nuclear inspections. Washington is trying to sell a fragile framework while Congress and Gulf allies press for answers. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Trump shouting match with Republican senator clouds US push to sell Iran deal | WTVB | 1590 AM · 95.5 FM | The Voice of Branch County — WTVB https://wtvbam.com/2026/06/25/oil-back-to-pre-war-levels-as-hormuz-traffic-rebounds-us-tries-to-reassure-gulf-allies/ 2. White House asks Congress for $87.6 billion, mostly for Iran war — Defense News https://www.defensenews.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/06/24/white-house-asks-congress-for-876-billion-mostly-for-iran-war/ 3. US-Iran Nuclear Inspections Dispute Slows Peace Deal - Pakistan Today — Pakistan Today https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/06/24/us-iran-at-odds-on-nuclear-inspections-frozen-assets-in-deal-to-end-war-2 4. Iran oil minister in Delhi amid 60-day US sanctions waiver | India News - The Times of India — The Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/iran-oil-minister-in-delhi-amid-60-day-us-sanctions-waiver/articleshow/132005135.cms Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks hit a nuclear-inspections dispute as negotiators try to turn the war-ending MOU into a final deal, while the Senate backs a war-powers curb and the Pentagon’s $80 billion request turns the fight into a funding showdown. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Dispute Over Nuclear Inspections Clouds US-Iran Teams’ Work to Finalize a War-Ending Deal — Military.com https://www.military.com/dispute-over-nuclear-inspections-clouds-us-iran-teams-work-to-finalize-a-war-ending-deal 2. US Senate joins House in voting to halt Iran war — Military Times https://www.militarytimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/06/24/us-senate-joins-house-in-voting-to-halt-iran-war/ 3. Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war — WSMV https://www.wsmv.com/2026/06/23/pentagon-seeks-80-billion-congress-iran-war/ 4. From Hormuz to Lebanon: Ghalibaf Details Swiss Talks Results - WANA — WANA News Agency https://wanaen.com/from-hormuz-to-lebanon-ghalibaf-details-swiss-talks-results/ 5. Iran war day 117: Nuclear inspections dispute as US Senate curbs war powers | Military News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/24/iran-war-day-117-nuclear-inspections-dispute-as-us-senate-curbs-war-powers Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks have a draft for temporary oil sanctions relief, but the IRGC is warning it is ready for war if diplomacy fails, while Israeli strikes in Beirut keep the Lebanon front tied to the deal’s fate. In this episode: Top stories: 1. IRGC says it stands behind officials but is ready for war if talks fail | Iran International — Iran International https://iranintl.com/en/202606197789 2. Iran, US finalize draft on temporary oil sanctions relief, Iranian negotiator says — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/iran-us-finalize-draft-on-temporary-oil-sanctions-relief-iranian-negotiator-says/3973971 3. Israeli military strikes Beirut suburbs in the lead-up to anticipated US-Iran deal — Associated Press https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNWCCUtAu8U 4. The Impacts of the Strait of Hormuz Blockade on Global Energy ... — Foundation for Political, Economic and Social Research https://www.setav.org/en/the-impacts-of-the-strait-of-hormuz-blockade-on-global-energy-markets Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks produced a 60-day Treasury waiver for Iranian oil sales, linking sanctions relief to Hormuz transit and IAEA access. Markets moved first, but the real test is whether a temporary license can become a broader settlement. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US partially lifts Iran oil sanctions amid ‘encouraging’ talks | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/6/22/us-partially-lifts-iran-oil-sanctions-amid-encouraging-talks 2. Step Back: When Washington says it’s partially lifting Iran oil sanctions after “encouraging” talks, is that mainly a peace signal, an energy-market pressure valve, or both — and who actually feels the impact first: Tehran, oil traders, or regular consumers? Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran war talks are getting a narrow opening as Trump pauses strikes but threatens to resume them, while Iran acknowledges Oman-mediated Hormuz traffic discussions and the IRGC turns ships back at the strait. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran War Live Updates: Trump says U.S. will "go back to ... — CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-strait-of-hormuz-talks-oman/ 2. Why Trump held off on latest Iran escalation threat: Sources - ABC News — ABC News https://abcnews.com/Politics/trump-held-off-latest-iran-escalation-threat-sources/story?id=135134425 3. Live updates: Trump says US halted strikes on Iran at Tehran's request — CNN https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/27/world/live-news/iran-war-trump 4. U.S. officials believe sanctions could hurt Iran more than bombs — Axios https://www.axios.com/2026/07/27/iran-war-trump-sanctions-blockade-economy 5. U.S. pauses Iran strikes for second straight night as talks move in positive direction — CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-us-trump-strait-hormuz-middle-east Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks in Switzerland have moved face-to-face under the Islamabad MOU, with sanctions relief, frozen assets and the Strait of Hormuz on the table while Israeli strikes in Lebanon test the deal’s promise to end fighting on all fronts. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran says talks with US focused on ending war and lifting ... — TRT World https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oz_G_r-3Xj4 2. US-Iran memorandum of understanding in full - BBC — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gy700j0eko 3. Several reported killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon despite ceasefire — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx240k9l112o 4. The Islamabad Opening: How Pakistan Became Washington and Tehran’s Key Mediator | Al Jazeera Centre for Studies — Al Jazeera Centre for Studies http://studies.aljazeera.net/en/analyses/islamabad-opening-how-pakistan-became-washington-and-tehran%E2%80%99s-key-mediator 5. Step Back: Everyone keeps saying sanctions relief is the big carrot in this US-Iran memo — but what does “lifting sanctions” actually mean in practice, and who can really turn that switch back on for Iran? Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks in Switzerland are reviving the fragile peace deal as Washington lifts the Hormuz blockade and Trump floats new tolls on the strait, putting nuclear terms, shipping, and Lebanon’s ceasefire under the same pressure. In this episode: Top stories: 1. U.S. lifts naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and Iranian ports — NBC News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3Z42vucWoM 2. LIVE: Witkoff and Kushner Lead New Effort to Salvage US-Iran Peace Deal | Trump | Vance | N18G — CNN-News18 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk-UDBKd_p4 3. Iran war latest: Trump threatens 'Guardian Angel' tolls on Strait of Hormuz - as Vance arrives in Switzerland for Iran talks | World News | Sky News — Sky News https://news.sky.com/story/iran-war-latest-trump-deal-tehran-pakistan-strait-hormuz-blockade-13509565 4. Drones, dollars and deals - who won the Iran War? | The Security Brief — BBC News https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IykOSh-2sdc 5. IDF strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut's Dahiyeh in response to drone attacks | The Jerusalem Post — The Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/defense-news/article-899341 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran war talks intensified after Trump paused Hormuz strikes, with CENTCOM reportedly saying targets were exhausted. The pause opens a diplomatic window, but Khamenei tied any deal to Lebanon, and Pentagon casualty accounting is drawing new scrutiny. In this episode: Top stories: 1. CENTCOM chief urged halt to Hormuz strikes as targets ran out — Ynet News https://www.ynetnews.com/article/sj0copqbgl 2. Mediators intensify US-Iran diplomacy after Trump orders 'pause' in strikes: Sources — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/mediators-intensify-us-iran-diplomacy-after-trump-orders-pause-in-strikes-sources/4009557 3. Pentagon quietly updates how it categorizes Iran war casualties - ABC News — ABC News https://abcnews.com/US/pentagon-quietly-updates-categorizes-iran-war-casualties/story?id=135101765 4. Khamenei ties US-Iran peace deal to Israel ending attacks on Lebanon | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/26/us-iran-peace-deal-depends-on-israel-leaving-lebanon-says-khamenei 5. U.S. launches new Iran strikes, Trump threatens ‘massive attack’ as war widens — NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/world/iran/us-iran-strikes-trump-massive-attack-war-hormuz-red-sea-oil-rcna589016 Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran war shipping routes are now the pressure point: CENTCOM says a 13th night of strikes is under way, Houthis threaten Red Sea traffic, oil tops $100, and Tehran’s ceasefire track is wobbling. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US military says it’s launching strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes - ABC13 Houston — ABC13 https://abc13.com/story/us-military-says-launching-strikes-iran-clashes-escalate-shipping-routes/19565269/ 2. Tehran rejects Iraqi-led US ceasefire deal | The Jerusalem Post — The Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/article-903531 3. IAEA urges Iran to allow inspections, points at Isfahan | Al Jazeera Mirror — Al Jazeera https://aljazeeranews-3fuh52rgrl.edgeone.app/news/2026/2/27/iaea-eyes-isfahan-nuclear-complex-as-it-urges-iran-to-allow 4. How shipping insurance rates are rising, as Hormuz, Bab ... — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/7/23/how-shipping-insurance-rates-are-rising-as-hormuz-bab-al-mandeb-shut-down 5. Rubio says Iran 'paying the price' but not ready for deal | The National — The National https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/mena/2026/07/23/rubio-says-iran-paying-the-price-but-still-not-ready-for-deal/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

US-Iran talks moved from a Swiss “roadmap” to Doha technical disputes as CENTCOM reported a 12th night of strikes, while Hormuz and Red Sea threats pushed shipping and oil-market risks higher and Trump sharpened warnings over Pickaxe Mountain. In this episode: Top stories: 1. US military completes 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran: CENTCOM — Anadolu Ajansı https://www.aa.com.tr/en/us-israel-iran-war/us-military-completes-12th-consecutive-night-of-strikes-on-iran-centcom/4006396 2. US-Iran talks in Doha: What were the outcomes and what’s next? | Al Jazeera Mirror — Al Jazeera https://aljazeeranews-3fuh52rgrl.edgeone.app/news/2026/7/2/us-iran-talks-in-doha-what-were-the-outcomes-and-whats-next 3. US, Iran agree on ‘roadmap’ towards final deal in Switzerland talks | Al Jazeera Mirror — Al Jazeera Mirror https://aljazeeranews-3fuh52rgrl.edgeone.app/news/2026/6/22/us-iran-agree-on-roadmap-towards-final-deal-in-switzerland-talks 4. US still willing to negotiate with Iran - Rubio — RTÉ News https://www.rte.ie/news/2026/0722/1584507-rubio-iran/ 5. What to know about Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain, home to an underground nuclear site threatened by Trump - WTOP News — WTOP News https://wtop.com/world/2026/07/what-to-know-about-irans-pickaxe-mountain-home-to-an-underground-nuclear-site-threatened-by-trump/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran war escalation: Trump says U.S. forces could hit the suspected Pickaxe Mountain nuclear site “pretty soon,” while CENTCOM reports an 11th night of strikes and AP says the Hormuz fight is exposing the limits of airpower. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Trump says US will target Iran's Pickaxe Mountain underground complex 'pretty soon' - ABC News — ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-22/trump-pickaxe-mountain/106942520 2. U.S. military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Iranian attack ... — NBC News https://www.nbcnews.com/world/middle-east/us-service-member-killed-in-iraq-rcna588275 3. The limits of intensifying attacks emerge as US and Iran dig in | AP News — AP News https://apnews.com/article/iran-war-trump-airstrikes-strait-hormuz-8c42c6ddc0c32d53ce452ace92a62b9a 4. Israel believes Iran moved nuclear centrifuges to tunnel system under Pickaxe Mountain: Wall Street Journal — Anadolu Agency https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/israel-believes-iran-moved-nuclear-centrifuges-to-tunnel-system-under-pickaxe-mountain-wall-street-journal/4005248 5. US ‘open’ to negotiations with Iran but Tehran not ‘serious’, Rubio says | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/22/us-open-to-negotiations-with-iran-but-tehran-not-serious-rubio-says Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

U.S.-Iran war entered a 10th straight night of American strikes as Iran hit back across Gulf bases and Jordan, while the IAEA said the Darkhovin nuclear-site attack posed no radiological risk. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran War Updates: U.S. carries out 10th night of strikes after 3 U.S. troops killed, nearly 100 injured in recent weeks — CBS News https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-troops-killed-wounded-jordan-base/ 2. U.S. military says it's carrying out its 10th consecutive night ... — PBS NewsHour https://www.pbs.org/newshour/world/expansion-of-u-s-strikes-on-iran-leads-to-more-retaliation-across-the-gulf 3. IAEA refrains from condemning US attack on Darkhovin NPP - Mehr News Agency — Mehr News Agency https://en.mehrnews.com/news/246362/IAEA-refrains-from-condemning-US-attack-on-Darkhovin-NPP 4. Service members killed in Jordan attack were US Army air defense soldiers, Pentagon says | Stars and Stripes — Stars and Stripes https://www.stripes.com/branches/army/2026-07-20/troops-killed-jordan-attack-iran-22316454.html Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com

Iran war escalation widened as U.S. strikes hit Bushehr, tankers came under fire in the Strait of Hormuz, and Tehran said the Islamabad MoU is effectively suspended, raising the stakes for regional shipping and diplomacy. In this episode: Top stories: 1. Iran War Latest News: U.S. Expands Iran Strikes to new Provinces as Fighting Resumes in Hormuz — The Eurasian Times https://www.eurasiantimes.com/iran-war-news-us-expands-iran-strikes-to-new-provinces-as-fighting-resumes-in-hormuz/ 2. US Launches New Iran Strikes After Service Member Death as Vessel Burns in Strait of Hormuz — Gulf News https://gulfnews.com/world/mena/us-launches-new-iran-strikes-after-service-member-death-vessel-ablaze-in-hormuz-1.500613551 3. Baghaei: Iran Has Received Mediators’ Proposals to Reduce Tensions - WANA — WANA https://wanaen.com/baghaei-iran-has-received-mediators-proposals-to-reduce-tensions/ 4. Iran suggests MoU ‘suspended’ as 50 killed in US strikes in July | US-Israel war on Iran News | Al Jazeera — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/18/iran-accuses-us-of-striking-critical-infrastructure-as-war-intensifies 5. American freed after Iranian detention safely arrives in U.S. — RSB Network https://www.rsbnetwork.com/news/american-freed-after-iranian-detention-safely-arrives-in-u-s/ Follow and rate Iran War Daily on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feedback? Email iran-war-daily@lanternpodcasts.com