World latest updates: Talks with US won’t happen while interim deal is breached, Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi says

The ​agreement between Tehran and Muscat ​would ​set out the new shipping lanes ​to be used ⁠once the US fulfils other conditions and Hormuz ⁠is reopened to traffic, Araghchi added.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US President Donald Trump. (File Photo/AP)

Iran and the United States are not engaged in direct talks, and Tehran will not initiate them until Washington continues to breach the interim deal signed by the two nations in June, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday, Reuters reported.

Araghchi said on Sunday that an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman was in the “final stages” but would not reopen the strategic waterway.

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What happened in Rio de Janeiro?

At least four people have died after a helicopter crashed in Rio de Janeiro, according to the Colombian consul in Brazil. Saturday’s crash killed the pilot and three Colombian women from the same family, who were reportedly on a sightseeing flight over Tijuca National Park.

What are Iran’s new conditions for the US?

Even as the Oman talks move forward, Iran’s security chief has set out a separate, tougher list of demands aimed squarely at Washington. According to reports, these include:

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have made clear these terms stand apart from the Oman negotiations, saying the strait’s reopening depends solely on Washington meeting Iran’s conditions.

Diplomacy hasn’t stopped the violence. The UAE said an Iranian missile struck another tanker in the strait, while a separate vessel caught fire after being hit, according to UK maritime monitors. The continued attacks underline how fragile the situation remains even as negotiators inch toward a deal

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Israel PM Netanyahu rejects Trump’s 15-point plan for Gaza

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At a cabinet meeting on Sunday, Netanyahu said, "Israel rejects the 15-point document," referring to a plan that was endorsed by Hamas last month. The Israeli army “will not carry out any withdrawal until Hamas is genuinely disarmed and will continue to thwart threats against our forces and our citizens,” he added.

Trump, last month, had announced a breakthrough in his Gaza plan, saying that Hamas has agreed to lay down arms. However, the Board of Peace had proposed a phased withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza alongside the disarmament of Hamas.

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Aug 9, 2026 04:59 PM IST
Talks with US won't happen while interim deal is breached, Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says
Iran and the United States are not engaged in direct talks, and Tehran will not initiate them until Washington continues to breach the interim deal signed by the two nations in June, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday, Reuters reported.

Araghchi said on Sunday that an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman was in the "final stages" but would not reopen the strategic waterway.
Aug 9, 2026 03:53 PM IST
Indonesia shuts access to Mount Bromo as wildfire expands

Indonesia announced that it has closed Mount Bromo National Park in East Java from all access points for all tourist activities, as a wildfire has been spreading since Monday.
According to Mount Bromo National Park's operator, the closure of the park took effect from Saturday evening, for an undetermined duration.
At the national park, more than 176 hectares (434.91 acres) area has been burned. Mount Bromo is known for its active volcano and remains a popular tourist destination for its "sand sea" caldera, Reuters reported. The wildfires have expanded from about 60 hectares on Thursday.
The national park's operator said that tourists who have already purchased their tickets will be allowed to reschedule their booking or seek a refund. The operator added, "This closure is a ​crucial step to maintain safety of visitors, staff and people ‌in ⁠the surrounding areas," Reuters reported.
No casualties have been reported till now, and the administration is yet to declare the reason behind the wildfire.
Aug 9, 2026 11:34 AM IST
Taylor Swift songs removed from White House, Trump campaign posts

Several Taylor Swift songs have quietly disappeared from social media videos posted by President Trump's campaign and the White House, even though both accounts had used her music twice in the past week. Neither the White House nor Swift's representatives responded to requests for comment on the removals.

Key points:

A history of friction: Swift endorsed Kamala Harris in 2024 and criticized Trump during the 2020 election, while Trump has repeatedly gone after her publicly, including a social media post declaring he "hated" her and later suggesting her popularity had declined because of it.
Repeated, uncleared use of her music: This marked at least the third time in recent months that Trump's campaign or the White House used one of Swift's songs in promotional content, following posts in April and November that also went up without her involvement or endorsement.
Other artists have pushed back too: Swift isn't alone; performers including Sabrina Carpenter and Ariana Grande have publicly asked the Trump administration to stop using their music in official content.
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With inputs from Reuters.

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Powerful storm approaching: Dolphin's maximum sustained winds were estimated at 162 km/h (101 mph) as of Sunday morning, after its outer bands already brought heavy rain to northern Taiwan, including Taipei, on Saturday.
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At least 4 killed as helicopter crashes near Rio de Janeiro's Tijuca national park

At least four people have died after a helicopter went down in Rio de Janeiro, according to a statement from the Colombian consul in Brazil. Saturday's crash killed the pilot along with three Colombian women from the same family, who were reportedly on a sightseeing flight over Tijuca National Park, a forested and mountainous area on the city's edge.

In response, Rio Mayor Eduardo Cavaliere offered condolences to the victims' families and pushed for tighter oversight of helicopter flights, a popular tourist activity in the city.

Key points from his response:

He suggested such flights could be suspended for a week or two while new safety measures are introduced
He confirmed City Hall has been in touch with Brazil's National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC)
He said the city has asked ANAC to step up oversight of the rising number of helicopter flights over Rio
He offered the city's full support to help implement any new safety measures ANAC puts in place.

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Possible fatality under investigation: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police said they are investigating a suspected wildfire-related death near Summerland, though hazardous conditions have so far prevented confirmation.
Rescue operations underway: Some residents were trapped and had to be rescued, with firefighting helicopters diverted to pull out people who could no longer escape by road, according to BC Wildfire Service's Cliff Chapman.
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Crash sparked new blaze: The crash ignited a fresh fire that merged with the existing wildfire, which has now burned nearly 174 square miles. Officials say the pilots worked for Helicopter Transport Services, contracted by the US Forest Service, though their names haven't been released.
Investigation to follow: Crews reached the crash site Saturday after being blocked earlier by the fire. The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate once it can examine the wreckage, a process expected to take a year or more.
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Aramco's industrial firefighting teams put out the blaze, with the ministry confirming the fire has been brought under control.
The energy ministry said there were no casualties from the incident.
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Aug 9, 2026 06:39 AM IST
Middle East Update: What we know so far

Iran sets new conditions: Iran's Supreme National Security Council says the Strait of Hormuz won't reopen until the US "corrects its behaviour," demanding an end to threats, a full military withdrawal, war compensation, and the lifting of sanctions and frozen assets.
UAE tanker attacked: A vessel owned by Abu Dhabi's state oil firm ADNOC was hit by an Iranian missile while crossing the strait. No casualties were reported, though ADNOC says over a dozen of its ships have been attacked since the war began, leaving one crew member dead and 20 injured.
Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye defence pact: Turkiye's foreign minister says the newly signed mutual defence agreement isn't aimed at any specific country, and that Egypt could join the pact at a later stage.
Yemen and Turkiye developments: Yemen's military struck Houthi rebel positions in response to recent attacks, raising fears of renewed civil war, while Turkiye's parliament advanced a bill to support the Kurdish peace process with the PKK.
Aug 9, 2026 06:00 AM IST
What are Iran’s new conditions for the US?

According to reports, Iran's list of demands includes:

Lifting the US naval blockade of Iranian ports.
Ending all sanctions on Iran.
Paying full war reparations to Iran.
Withdrawing US military forces from the region.
Stopping attacks on Iran's regional allies, including Hezbollah, Hamas and the Houthis.
Releasing all frozen Iranian assets unconditionally.
A permanent end to threats against Iran.

Aug 9, 2026 05:04 AM IST
Iran-Oman deal on Strait of Hormuz is close but here’s why the strategic waterway won't open just yet

Iran and Oman appear close to a deal governing ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, but Tehran says that alone won't fully reopen the vital waterway.

Here's what Reuters is reporting:

Deal nearing, but conditional: Iran's foreign minister says talks with Oman are close to done, though full reopening still hinges on demands like US compensation.
Attacks continue: The UAE reported an Iranian missile hit another tanker over the weekend, and a separate vessel caught fire after being struck, per UK maritime monitors.
Iran's broader demands: Tehran wants an end to US threats, sanctions relief, and the return of frozen assets before fully lifting restrictions.
US response tied to compliance: A US official said the blockade on Iranian ports would lift only once Iran follows through on its commitments.
Guards distance the talks: Iran's Revolutionary Guards say reopening the strait depends solely on Washington meeting Iran's terms, separate from the Oman negotiations.

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