# Iran
Iranian vessels have begun passing through the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz
Iranian tankers and cargo ships have begun passing through the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz following an agreement between Tehran and Washington. According to Iranian news agencies, several vessels have already crossed the US control line.
The CIA Director has expressed doubts about Iran’s willingness to make concessions on its nuclear programme
John Ratcliffe, Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency, has cast doubt on Iran’s willingness to comply with the nuclear commitments that Washington is insisting upon. He voiced these assessments during discussions with President Donald Trump and his advisers.
Trump is prepared to resume strikes against Iran should negotiations over the nuclear programme break down
US President Donald Trump has stated that the agreement reached with Iran should ensure the continued freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. He also commented on the negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme and the roles of China and Russia, and criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
The US and Iran may sign an agreement: the terms have been set out
Washington and Tehran are close to reaching an agreement aimed at easing tensions between the two countries. The parties are discussing restrictions on Iran’s nuclear programme, the situation regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and a possible easing of US sanctions
The US and Iran have agreed on the text of a preliminary agreement
The US and Iran have agreed on the text of a memorandum of understanding, which could be signed in the coming days. The document provides for the extension of the ceasefire, the resumption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the start of further negotiations on Iran’s nuclear programme.
Trump has suggested that a deal with Iran could be reached soon
US President Donald Trump has stated that an agreement between Washington and Tehran could be signed in the coming days. Meanwhile, Iranian officials have emphasised that no final decision on the document has yet been taken.
"The US will seize the Iranian island of Kharg and 'take full control of their oil and gas markets'," said Trump
US President Donald Trump has stated that the US military will launch further strikes against Iran in the near future. He also announced that control would be established over key oil and gas infrastructure sites in the country.
The US and Iran have been exchanging blows for a second day amid fears that the ceasefire could collapse
The United States and Iran have continued to exchange air strikes for a second day running. US President Donald Trump has stated that he is prepared to launch further attacks unless Tehran agrees to a peace deal immediately.
The US and Iran are discussing four key conditions for a new nuclear deal
Washington and Tehran are continuing negotiations on a new nuclear deal. According to sources, the parties have already identified four key areas for a possible compromise, although the future course of the negotiations remains uncertain.
The US and Iran exchanged blows following the downing of an American helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran exchanged missile strikes following an incident involving an American Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation has jeopardised the ceasefire that has been in place for the past two months.
An American Apache military helicopter has crashed near the Strait of Hormuz
An American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter has crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. Both crew members have been rescued, and the cause of the incident is being investigated.
Iran and Israel exchanged missile strikes following the breakdown of the ceasefire
On the evening of 7 June, Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israel. In response, the Israel Defence Forces carried out strikes on military targets within Iran.
