Iran Says It Seized Two Ships Near the Strait of Hormuz

A British naval agency said the two vessels had come under attack near the strait, as a U. S. blockade on Iran’s ports continued.

Iran Again Tightens Its Grip on Shipping in the Strait of Hormuz

Traffic in the strait has all but halted as Iran renews its attacks, striking two vessels on Wednesday. More than 300 ships linked to Iran have passed through the strait since the war began.

To Iran, Trump Blinked First by Extending the Cease-Fire

Iran’s leaders believe that they can withstand an enduring standoff longer than President Trump. The strategy could be economically devastating for average Iranians.

US Withholding Iraq’s Own Oil Money Over Ties to Iran

The United States has halted dollar shipments to Iraq’s cash-based economy in an effort to force the Baghdad government to distance itself from Iran. The money comes from Iraq’s oil revenues.

Whether for or Against the War, Iranians Say They’re Feeling Economic Pain

At a border crossing in Turkey, one Iranian woman said her friends struggled to afford food because there was no work to be found and strikes had forced factories to close.

Pakistani Officials Remain Hopeful About U.S.-Iran Talks

The seizure of two cargo vessels by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday cast doubt on plans for a second round of talks in Pakistan’s capital.

Whether for or against the war, Iranians say they’re feeling economic pain.

Iran Can Wait Out Trump’s Blockade

Trump is betting on a quick victory, but Iran’s higher pain threshold means his blockade will prolong the war.

Special Episode: Your Questions About the Iran War, Answered

How much does the conflict cost? And where is Secretary of State Marco Rubio?

To Iran, Trump Blinked First by Extending the Cease-Fire

Iran’s leaders believe that they can withstand an enduring standoff longer than President Trump. The strategy could be economically devastating for average Iranians.

Oil Prices Creep Up as Investors Weigh Cease-Fire Extension

Oil prices stablized as investors scrambled to make sense of President Trump’s decision to extend the cease-fire with Iran

Hoarding Is Driving Energy Prices Higher Everywhere

As wealthy nations scramble to secure stocks of oil, the result is higher prices for all and shortages in vulnerable countries.

What Was the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal?

President Trump has ridiculed President Barack Obama and the agreement, which he withdrew from during his first term. His critics say he could have avoided a war had he left it in place.

Tucker Carlson Says He Is ‘Tormented’ by His Past Support for Trump

“I want to say I’m sorry for misleading people,” said the conservative commentator, who has broken sharply with the president over the war with Iran.

Trump Extends Cease-Fire, Even as Peace Talks Are Put on Hold

With the cease-fire on the verge of ending, President Trump said on Tuesday that he would keep it in place until Iran’s “proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded, one way or the other.

Why Negotiations With Iran Might Take a While

The Iranians are notoriously slow negotiators. Our reporter David E. Sanger explains what the history of U.

Lebanese Bury Their Dead Amid a Lull in Fighting

Mass funerals for Hezbollah fighters and civilians were happening across southern Lebanon.

Trust Trump? Iran’s Doubts Shadow Peace Talks

Iranian leaders fear being burned again by President Trump, who tore up a nuclear agreement reached during the Obama administration after lengthy negotiations.

Strait of Hormuz May Not Return to Normal, Whether It’s Open or Closed

The energy industry is planning for a future where the choke point on Iran’s southern coast is a lot less important.

How Iranians See the War

Very little has been heard about the war from Iranians. We spoke to some.