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Iran war live: Trump says war can’t ‘go much longer’; Hormuz deal close

Tehran says deal with Oman to reopen the Strait of Hormuz ‘on the verge of being finalised’ after both sides agreed on routes.

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 6, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer
Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 6, 2026 [Stringer/Reuters]
By Ali Mustafa and Yashraj Sharma
Published On 7 Aug 2026

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  • US President Donald Trump says he expects the war on Iran to conclude “pretty soon”, adding during questions on high energy prices that he does not believe “they can go much longer”.
  • The US, Iran, and Oman are approaching a temporary deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.