Iran talks resume after Trump pauses strikes, with a Hormuz shipping deal via Oman said to be near

The Economist—Trump has paused planned strikes on Iran after negotiators signaled progress toward a deal, with US-Iran contacts continuing through Oman rather than direct diplomacy and talks due to resume Monday. The apparent thaw comes even as Tehran publicly denies any agreement has been finalized, leaving open whether the pause reflects real de-escalation or just a tactical delay. Regional tensions elsewhere have not slowed down in the meantime, with fresh military moves and incidents continuing on both sides. The five-month-old conflict has already reshaped US politics and markets, and skepticism remains high that the current framework will hold rather than unravel under pressure.

• The Economist — warns the emerging Hormuz framework could still unravel
• The Globe and Mail — MBS reportedly told Trump 'we would much prefer a deal' … power struggle within Iran's leadership
• Times of Israel — CENTCOM reportedly seeking new options to pressure Iran; blast reported near a tanker off Oman
• The Hill — US gas prices up to $4.10/gallon from $3.15 a year ago as war nears 5-month mark
• The Hill — Trump halts Iran strikes after tentative deal parameters reached
• CNBC — Trump says Iran talks to resume Monday after calling off planned strikes
• NPR — Trump halts Iran strikes after tentative deal parameters reached
• CBS News — Baghaei threatens 'necessary measures' after a Ukrainian strike on an Iranian vessel killed one soldier
• CBS News — Iran hanged two men convicted of spying for Israel amid a record wave of executions
• New York Times — Iran Says No Current Talks With U.S. After Trump Cites Progress on the Strait of Hormuz