Iran’s Hormuz whiplash highlights divide within regime as US blockade tightens. The fight between different factions has started

The Institute for the Study of War said in a note on Friday that the IRGC’s criticism of Araghchi is "reflective of broader divisions within the Iranian regime."

Ships Attacked as Iranian Forces Declare Strait of Hormuz Closed

The comments came as a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon appeared to be holding. Follow along for latest news updates and analysis.

Trump issues new Iran ultimatum: 'We'll have to start dropping bombs'

Speaking on Air Force One, Trump said military action would resume if a deal is not done by end of the ceasefire.

Iran renews restrictions on Strait of Hormuz as peace talks approach a critical juncture

Iran has once again closed the Strait of Hormuz as US President Donald Trump and officials in Tehran make new remarks on ongoing peace efforts. Follow for live updates.

Iran’s Chief Negotiator Says War May Resume at Any Time

Iran’s parliament speaker and top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Tehran has no trust in the U.S., and its armed forces remain on full combat readiness as fighting may restart at any moment.

The Latest: Iran fires on ships in Strait of Hormuz as Tehran imposes restrictions again

President Donald Trump says the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will remain and attacks will resume if no agreement is reached with Iran

Iran declares Strait of Hormuz 'completely open'; Trump says U.S. blockade 'will remain in full force' until peace deal

Follow live coverage from NBC News of Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices and stocks, Trump peace talks and the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.

Trump, Iran cite progress in talks as uncertainty hangs over strait

By Trevor Hunnicutt, Ariba Shahid and Muhammad Al Gebaly WASHINGTON/ISLAMABAD, April 19 - Iran's top negotiator said recent talks with the U.S. had made progress but gaps remained over nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz,