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Tehran sets conditions for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

Tehran sets conditions for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

2026-06-19

Shafaq News – Tehran
Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Authority announced on Friday that ships would be allowed to pass through the strait under specific conditions.

The authority stated in a statement on the “X” platform that “ships wishing to cross the Strait of Hormuz will be granted the right of passage during the time period announced in the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran, provided that the requirements and procedures stipulated for passage are met.”

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council on Thursday set rules for commercial ships to pass Read more…

Swiss Foreign Ministry: US-Iranian negotiations will not take place today

Swiss Foreign Ministry: US-Iranian negotiations will not take place today

6-19-2026

The Swiss Foreign Ministry announced the cancellation of technical talks scheduled between Washington and Tehran today, hours after the White House postponed Vice President Jay D. Vance’s visit to Switzerland. The ministry said in a statement that “talks scheduled for Friday between the United States and Iran at the Bürgenstock mountain resort have been cancelled, hours after the White House announced the postponement of US Vice President Jay D. Vance’s visit to Switzerland, where he was to participate in talks with Tehran on Read more…

Kuwait cancels “force majeure” for oil and discusses Hormuz security with Iran

Kuwait cancels “force majeure” for oil and discusses Hormuz security with Iran

2026-06-18

Shafaq News – Kuwait
The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation announced on Thursday that it has lifted all “force majeure” notices it had issued during the war, confirming that the decision came into effect immediately with the improvement of conditions and the resumption of commercial shipping in the region.

The corporation said it plans to increase oil production to two million barrels per day within one week, coinciding with Read more…

Ahead of Washington-Tehran negotiations, the Pakistani Prime Minister cancels his visit to Switzerland.

Ahead of Washington-Tehran negotiations, the Pakistani Prime Minister cancels his visit to Switzerland.

2026-06-18

Shafaq News – Islamabad: Pakistani media reported on Thursday that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has canceled his visit to Switzerland ahead of the scheduled start of negotiations between Tehran and Washington on Friday. Pakistani television stated that “Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s planned visit to Switzerland has been canceled, without specifying a reason.” The television station added that “the US-Iranian technical negotiations will begin separately.” Pakistani media quoted a source in the Prime Minister’s office as Read more…

Switzerland confirms: Washington-Tehran talks in Bürgenstock will take place tomorrow

Switzerland confirms: Washington-Tehran talks in Bürgenstock will take place tomorrow

2026-06-18

Shafaq News – Follow-up
The Swiss Foreign Ministry confirmed on Thursday that preliminary talks between the United States and Iran will be held at the Bürgenstock mountain resort on Friday , following the signing of a ceasefire agreement between Tehran and Washington .

The ministry said in a statement, reported by Reuters, that “as of now, the plan is still to hold a meeting between the United States and Iran, along with mediators Pakistan and Qatar and other concerned countries , tomorrow in Bürgenstock to conduct preliminary negotiations on the implementation Read more…

Regional trade shifts: Iran turns to Iraq to secure the flow of its goods.

Regional trade shifts: Iran turns to Iraq to secure the flow of its goods.

2026-06-18

Shafaq News – Tehran
Iran is moving towards strengthening the use of Iraq as an alternative trade route, after some traditional shipping routes through the UAE faltered and gas supplies to the Iraqi market declined, which was reflected in the volume of trade exchange between the two countries during the recent period.

Statements issued by the Iran-Iraq Joint Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, and followed by Shafaq News Agency, indicated that Tehran is working to activate alternative routes for transporting Read more…

Iranian media denies cancellation of Tehran’s negotiating delegation’s trip to Switzerland

Iranian media denies cancellation of Tehran’s negotiating delegation’s trip to Switzerland

2026-06-17

Shafaq News – Tehran
Iran’s official news agency, IRNA, denied on Wednesday reports that the Iranian negotiating delegation’s trip to Switzerland had been cancelled.

IRNA quoted a source as saying that “the decision-making authorities in Iran are still studying the mechanism for formalizing the memorandum of understanding.”

The source added: “There has been no change to the Swiss negotiations program, and the news circulating about Read more…

NATO praises Washington: It prevented the Iranian nuclear threat

NATO praises Washington: It prevented the Iranian nuclear threat

2026-06-17

Shafaq News – Brussels
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte described on Wednesday the United States’ move to prevent the Iranian nuclear threat and “undermine” Tehran’s missile capabilities as enhancing security for all.

Rutte said in a press statement: “We welcome the agreement that President Trump made with Iran.” Read more…

Armies are no longer enough: the new world war is being waged from within the banks.

Armies are no longer enough: the new world war is being waged from within the banks.

6-17-2026

Researcher Shatha Khalil*
For decades, wars were fought with armies, tanks, and missiles. Today, the most impactful battles are waged silently through banks, financial networks, economic sanctions, and data flows. The battlefield is no longer confined to military fronts; it has extended to the heart of the global financial system, where control over the movement of money can determine the fate of governments, economies, and even entire populations.

The growing role of private financial intelligence firms, such as K2 Integrity, raises a fundamental question: Is the mission of these companies limited to helping countries combat money laundering and financial crimes, or have they Read more…

Trump: The Strait of Hormuz will remain open without any fees.

Trump: The Strait of Hormuz will remain open without any fees.

2026-06-16

Shafaq News – Paris
US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that the Strait of Hormuz will be fully reopened by next Friday, stressing that the strait will be opened without imposing any fees.

Speaking on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Paris, Trump said, “Iran will not have a nuclear weapon, and the Strait of Hormuz will be opened without any fees even after the 60-day period ends,” adding that “the new relationship with Iran has become normal, and things will move forward quickly in the next phase.”

He added that “Iran wants to get this done and return to normal business,” noting that Read more…

Araghchi: The war has ended on all fronts and the agreement will come into effect on Friday.

Araghchi: The war has ended on all fronts and the agreement will come into effect on Friday.

2026-06-16

Shafaq News – Tehran
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirmed on Tuesday that the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, has ended, noting that the peace agreement with the United States will come into effect on Friday.

Araghchi said in press statements that “the declaration of the end of the war was the most important achievement in the first phase of the agreement, and it was officially announced yesterday morning, Monday,” indicating that “the official start of the implementation Read more…

Iranian President: We have decided to sign the memorandum of understanding with America next Friday

Iranian President: We have decided to sign the memorandum of understanding with America next Friday

2026-06-15

Shafaq News – Tehran
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian confirmed on Monday that the agreement between Iran and the United States is scheduled to be signed next Friday.

Mehr News Agency quoted Pezeshkian as saying, in response to a question about why there was no protest against the administration of the country during the war: “This was achieved thanks to the actions and efforts of the governors and the provincial governors… Everyone helped.” Read more…

America refutes Iran’s claims about the fate of “frozen billions”

America refutes Iran’s claims about the fate of “frozen billions”

2026-06-15

Shafaq News – Washington
US officials on Monday denied Iran’s claims that the agreement reached included the release of frozen assets in global banks.

Officials told Axios and CNN that Washington denies Tehran’s claims about being given billions of dollars in frozen funds before the start of the scheduled 60-day negotiation period following the signing of the agreement on Friday.

One official added, “This is absolutely untrue. This is a pay-for-performance agreement, and no frozen funds will be Read more…

Following the US-Iran agreement, a gas tanker crossed the Strait of Hormuz heading east.

Following the US-Iran agreement, a gas tanker crossed the Strait of Hormuz heading east.

2026-06-15

Shafaq News – Middle East
Reuters reported on Monday that a liquefied natural gas tanker had crossed the Strait of Hormuz heading east, in the first sign of a return to normal shipping traffic following the agreement between the United States and Iran.

The agency quoted ship tracking data as saying that the tanker continued its course through the strategic strait that connects the Arabian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Read more…

Iranian media: Hormuz to reopen Friday, tolls to be collected after 60 days

Iranian media: Hormuz to reopen Friday, tolls to be collected after 60 days

2026-06-15

Shafaq News – Tehran
An informed Iranian source revealed on Monday that the process of reopening the Strait of Hormuz will begin after the signing of the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States scheduled for next Friday, noting that disagreements over some clauses continued until the last moments before the announcement of the agreement.

The Iranian news agency Tasnim quoted the source as saying that US President Donald Trump insisted on opening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting the embargo imposed on Iran simultaneously and immediately upon Read more…

Iraqi atmosphere in Boston… “The Lions of Mesopotamia” prepare to face Norway with widespread fan support

Iraqi atmosphere in Boston… “The Lions of Mesopotamia” prepare to face Norway with widespread fan support

2026-06-15

Shafaq News – Boston
Hours before the start of the highly anticipated World Cup match, Iraqi fans began flocking in large numbers to the American city of Boston, coming from various states, Canada, and neighboring countries, to support the Iraqi national team in its match scheduled for early Tuesday morning, as part of the 2026 World Cup competitions.

The gardens and areas surrounding the Iraqi national team’s residence witnessed a remarkable public presence, where Iraqi flags were raised and national chants and songs were sung expressing support Read more…

Trump: The agreement with Iran will be signed within two or three hours, and I will be present in person a week later.

Trump: The agreement with Iran will be signed within two or three hours, and I will be present in person a week later.

2026-06-14

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump confirmed on Sunday evening that the agreement with Iran will be signed within the next two or three hours, suggesting that the agreement will be signed in person within a week in Europe.

Trump added in statements to the American network “Fox News”, “I will ask Iran not to bomb Israel in response to its bombing of the southern suburbs of Beirut”, stressing that the embargo imposed on Iran will be lifted immediately if the agreement is signed.

In this context, an Axios correspondent said that the US president told him in telephone remarks that he Read more…

Exclusive: Behind the scenes of Trump’s closed-door negotiations with Iran: Escalation is part of the game

Exclusive: Behind the scenes of Trump’s closed-door negotiations with Iran: Escalation is part of the game

2026-06-14

Shafaq News – Washington/ Mustafa Hashim
Former US Ambassador to Tajikistan, Robert Kikuta, revealed on Sunday that there are unannounced negotiation tracks between the United States and Iran taking place away from the mutual media statements, considering that what appears to the public does not necessarily reflect everything that is going on behind the scenes.

Kikuta, who previously held diplomatic posts in Baghdad, Kabul and Sana’a, said in an exclusive interview with Shafaq News Agency that US President Donald Trump is “currently engaged in a negotiating process, and there are Read more…

Report: Lifting restrictions on Iranian ports will coincide with securing navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

Report: Lifting restrictions on Iranian ports will coincide with securing navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

2026-06-14

Shafaq News – Washington
Fox News reported on Sunday, citing a senior official, that lifting restrictions and maritime measures imposed on Iranian ports will coincide with the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping and oil tankers.

According to the source, the network stated that the anticipated understandings include Tehran’s commitment to guaranteeing freedom of navigation through the strait without any obstacles immediately upon signing the agreement with Washington, while the efforts of the American forces in the first phase will focus on Read more…

Trump: The agreement with Iran will be signed tomorrow.

Trump: The agreement with Iran will be signed tomorrow.

2026-06-13

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump confirmed on Saturday evening that the agreement with Iran will be signed on Sunday, expressing his hope that the process will go quickly and easily.

Trump added that “the Strait of Hormuz will be Read more…