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Stocks Rise Ahead of Jobs Report; Oil Gains on Hormuz Uncertainty | Bloomberg Brief 08/07/2026Economy

US equity futures moved slightly higher before the July payrolls report. Oil prices gained after Iranian lawmakers said they would seek to bar US and Israeli ships from the waterway as part of an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The program also examined the security risks of AI models “going rogue.” Christopher Hodge of Natixis previewed the US jobs report, while Rory Blundell of Gravitee discussed AI safety.

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Vance says Iranians are ‘extraordinarily difficult’World5:30

US Vice President JD Vance described Iranians as “extraordinarily difficult people” and said any nuclear agreement would take time. He characterized Iran as having a “fractured system” that includes people seeking peace as well as “crazy radicals” who want the war to continue. Julia Roknifard from Taylor’s University provided analysis of the situation.

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Has the war made an Iranian bomb more or less likely?World

Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel is determined to prevent what he describes as plans by Iran’s IRGC to build up nuclear weapons. US President Donald Trump says Iran must be denuclearized. The war raises a central question: has it made an Iranian bomb more or less likely? The report examines whether there is evidence that Iran intends to expand its nuclear capabilities and what purpose such a move would serve. DW News spoke with Kelsey Davenport of the Arms Control Association about the issue.

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Iran Seeks to Bar US, Israeli Ships from Hormuz; OpenAI’s Doughnut-Like DeviceWorld

Oil prices extended their gains after reports said Iran had attacked what it called “hostile targets” in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran is reportedly seeking, through a deal with Oman, to prevent US ships from using the critical waterway. Stocks were subdued as traders avoided large bets before the monthly US payrolls report. A stronger reading could support expectations for interest rates to remain higher for longer. OpenAI’s eagerly awaited new device is said to have a distinctive, doughnut-like design.

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Trump Says Hormuz Talks Are ‘Moving Along’ as Iran Considers US Ship BanWorld

US President Donald Trump said negotiations between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz were “moving along.” The comments came as some Iranian lawmakers said they would seek to bar American and Israeli ships from the waterway under the proposed deal. Treasuries were steady after the 10-year yield rose seven basis points during the US session. Higher oil prices revived concern that the Federal Reserve might need to keep interest rates elevated, while the dollar held gains after its biggest advance in more than a day.

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Iran Weighs Ban on US, Israeli Ships in Strait of HormuzWorld

President Donald Trump says negotiations between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz are progressing. Some Iranian lawmakers, however, say they may seek to bar US and Israeli ships from the waterway as part of any agreement. Oil prices continued to climb after a report said Iran had attacked “hostile targets” in the strait. Bloomberg’s Abeer Abu Omar reports on the developments.

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LIVE: Vessel traffic in the Strait of Hormuz amid reopening plansWorld

A vessel tracker shows shipping activity in the Strait of Hormuz as plans to reopen the waterway develop. Donald Trump’s war against Iran has entered its sixth month. The US president is weighing an interim agreement being negotiated by Iran and Oman, which would give Tehran control of the strait that it never held before the war. Alternatively, he could follow through on warnings of sharp escalation, potentially prolonging the crisis.

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Iran Seeks to Bar US and Israeli Ships From HormuzWorld

Oil prices continued climbing as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz stayed high. Iran is seeking to prevent US and Israeli ships from using the strategic waterway. Its parliament is reviewing a proposed agreement with Oman and considering compensation demands against countries it regards as hostile before shipping can fully restart. President Trump said the United States controls the strait and voiced optimism that the war may end soon. Washington called for a return to the pre-war situation.

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Iran Seeks to Bar US and Israeli Ships From HormuzWorld

Iran is seeking to prevent US and Israeli ships from crossing the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports in Iranian media. The proposed restriction is reportedly part of a deal being discussed by Iran and Oman. The move would target shipping by the two countries through the strategic waterway. The issue is being watched as a key development ahead of European trading.

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Iran Proposes a Deal Trump Will Have to RefuseWorld

An analysis program examines a deal proposed by Iran that it says Donald Trump will have to refuse. The discussion includes Iran’s effort to bar US ships as a Hormuz agreement with Oman advances. The program also covers rising Treasury yields and related financial developments. It presents the issues through interviews and analysis focused on prominent political and economic stories.

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Expert says Iran cannot be allowed to monopolize Strait of HormuzWorld

Middle East Institute associate fellow Nazee Moinian examines what she describes as the Iranian regime’s calculations. Her analysis comes amid reports that Iran intends to continue working on its nuclear program. The discussion focuses on the implications of allowing Iran to monopolize the Strait of Hormuz. Moinian made the assessment on “The Story.”

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Oil Climbs as Strait of Hormuz Deal Prospects Remain UnclearEconomy

Oil prices extended their gains after a report said Iran had attacked “hostile targets” in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media also reported that Tehran would seek to keep US and Israeli ships out of the waterway. The uncertain prospects for a deal are keeping attention focused on developments around the strategic strait.

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Iran Strikes ‘Hostile Targets’; Yen Weakens Past 158 | The Asia Trade 8/7/2026World

Bloomberg Television’s The Asia Trade opens its coverage from Tokyo and Sydney as trading begins across Asia. The program reports, citing Fars, that Iran struck “hostile targets” in the Strait of Hormuz. Concern over the United States-Iran situation is expected to leave Asian markets facing a mixed open. The yen has also weakened beyond the 158 level. The broadcast offers market insight and analysis from newsmakers and industry leaders.

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Explosions reported on Iran’s Qeshm Island amid Hormuz tensionsWorld

Explosions were reported on Iran’s southern Qeshm Island. Iranian state media said the operation targeted what it described as hostile targets. The incident comes as tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz after a brief period of de-escalation between Iran and the United States. Iran’s parliament is considering a draft bill to tighten Tehran’s control over the strategic waterway, including restrictions and possible fines for vessels from the US, Israel and other countries.

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VOA Chinese Broadcast: Trump Says Hormuz Talks Are Making ProgressWorld

President Donald Trump says negotiations with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz are making progress, while warning that Iran would face a severe attack if it abandons the talks. The top US and British diplomats also met and stressed the importance of safe passage through the waterway and Iran’s denuclearization. A House committee focused on China says US subsidiaries of three Chinese state-owned telecom companies remain deeply embedded in American internet infrastructure years after their operating licenses were revoked. China’s new exit-and-entry rules and the removal of Baghdad Aviation from a US sanctions list are also drawing attention.

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Iran and Oman near landmark shipping agreementWorld

Iran says it is close to finalising an agreement with Oman governing shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Reports indicate that Tehran would oversee vessels entering the Persian Gulf, while Oman would manage outbound traffic. If completed, the arrangement could represent a major change in regional influence. It could also raise questions about freedom of navigation, maritime security and the balance of power in the Gulf.

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Iran called out over executions: ‘Deeply troubling’World

Senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy reports on the latest efforts to reach a peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon discusses reports of executions in Iran on the program. The coverage links ongoing diplomatic efforts with allegations of executions that have drawn concern. Fox News presents the issue as deeply troubling while examining the latest developments.

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What We Know About the US’ Dwindling Missile Stockpile Amid the Iran WarWorld

The US military has used nearly four-fifths of its THAAD missile inventory compared with levels before the war, according to two people familiar with the latest inventory report. About half of its Patriot interceptors have also been expended since the conflict began. Senior US officials say President Donald Trump has privately complained that disclosures about shrinking munitions stocks make the country appear weak at a critical moment. The reported depletion has become a point of concern amid the war with Iran.

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Trump Denies Munitions Shortage, Hegseth Tension | Balance of Power: Early EditionPolitics

Bloomberg Television’s early edition of Balance of Power examines the latest developments in Washington. The program highlights Donald Trump’s denial of a munitions shortage and tensions involving Pete Hegseth. Guests include Richard Haass, Rick Davis, Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Patrick McHenry. The broadcast also includes scheduled chapters covering temporary and other program segments.

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Iran says deal with Oman on Strait of Hormuz shipping route is in final stagesWorld11:26

Iran says it has agreed with Oman on a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz. Foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei gave no details, saying only that the arrangement was nearing completion. He cautioned that an agreement with Oman would not itself ensure safe passage through the strait. Baqaei said security remained affected by the US blockade of Iranian ports. Tehran has largely blocked the waterway since attacks by the US and Israel in February.

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Peter Doocy: Trump is trying to put Iran behind himPolitics

Vice President JD Vance appeared on ‘The Ingraham Angle’ to discuss the U.S. position following a potential agreement with Iran. The conversation also addressed the fractured condition of Iran’s regime. Fox News correspondent Peter Doocy reported the latest developments from the White House, framing Trump as seeking to move beyond the Iran issue.

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Iranian hardliner issues scathing warning to USWorld

A hardline Iranian figure has delivered what Fox News characterizes as a scathing warning to the United States. White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich reports on President Donald Trump’s push for a peaceful negotiation with Iran. Former CENTCOM Commander Gen. Joseph Votel discusses the foreign-policy challenges and escalating security tensions surrounding the issue. The coverage focuses on Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, Trump’s diplomacy effort and the possibility of a peace deal.

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Pezeshkian says communication with Iran supreme leader is 'difficult'World

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says communicating with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is currently “very difficult.” His remarks were broadcast on Iranian state television. Pezeshkian did not explain what was causing the apparent difficulty. Former US diplomat William Lawrence also offered his view on the matter.

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Iran-Oman Strait of Hormuz Deal Nears Final StageWorld

An agreement between Iran and Oman to partially reopen the Strait of Hormuz is approaching completion. The two sides have reached an understanding in principle on nearly every issue, including routes for maritime traffic entering and leaving the waterway. Bloomberg News reporter Dan Williams discusses the latest developments in the Middle East conflict. Any agreement would require approval from Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who has reportedly remained hidden since being injured in attacks at the start of the US-Israeli war.

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