"The United States should impose stricter sanctions on Iran to deter further aggression in the Strait of Hormuz."

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DUBAI/WASHINGTON, Aug 4 (Reuters) - Conflicting signals from the United States and Iran over the status of talks to end theirfive-month-old warboosted uncertainty on Tuesday, with the latest attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz highlighting risks to global energy flows. U.S. PresidentDonald Trump said the talks were under way on Monday, warning of a "last chance" for Tehran to sign a good...

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Status of US-Iran talks uncertain as ship struck in Hormuz

Al Monitor · Aug 04, 2026

Shipping traffic at key Gulf waterways little changed on uncertain peace talks

Al Monitor · Aug 04, 2026

Sailors Working in Strait of Hormuz Are Caught in Crossfire of Iran War

The New York Times · Aug 04, 2026

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