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With US peace talks ongoing, Washington and Tehran trade ceasefire accusations over Hormuz

Last updated: May 08, 2026 | 06:29

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With West Asia already on edge following a US strike on an Iranian oil tanker and President Trump's ultimatum to Tehran to accept a peace framework or face fresh military action, May 8th brought a new wave of escalation. Fresh blasts were reported near strategic locations close to the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian state media alleged its forces fired on enemy units in the waterway, and seven Filipino crew members were hospitalised after their container ship came under drone attack while passing through the strait.…