Briefing: What we know on the 76th day of US-Israel war on Iran
- Iran has strengthened its control over the Strait of Hormuz by making oil and LNG shipping deals with Iraq and Pakistan, according to Reuters.
- US vice president JD Vance said negotiations with Iran were making progress. He said the key US demand is ensuring Iran can “never have a nuclear weapon”.
- Donald Trump is currently in Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping amid the crisis.
- Israel reportedly fears Trump could eventually agree to a “bad deal” with Iran if diplomacy remains stalled.
- The EU said it does not expect a major short-term jet fuel supply crisis from the conflict, though longer-term risks remain.
- Iran accused Kuwait of unlawfully attacking and detaining four Iranian citizens near a Gulf island reportedly used by US forces.
- Israeli drone strikes in southern Lebanon killed civilians, including children, as tensions with Hezbollah continue.
- The UAE publicly called for diplomacy with Iran, despite reports alleging it secretly carried out strikes during the conflict.
Maroosha Muzaffar14 May 2026 03:50
