Live: Trump says US allowed 3 Chinese tankers with Iranian oil to exit Hormuz

Download AppNewsWorldLive: Trump says US allowed 3 Chinese tankers with Iranian oil to exit HormuzIRAN WAR LIVEUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: Tensions persist in the Middle East as the US blockade on the Strait of Hormuz continues. US President Donald Trump said he allowed three Chinese tankers with Iranian oil to exit the vital strait as the blockade has sent global energy markets soaring. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said at a Brics meeting in Delhi that Tehran had received messages from the Trump administration indicating a willingness to remain open to fresh peace talks. In another related development, Israel and Lebanon agreed to a 45-day extension of the ceasefire after a fresh round of talks in Washington DC. Follow indiatoday.in for more updates on the Iran war....Read MoreA ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz. (Photo: Reuters)May 16, 2026 08:47 ISTIran US War News: Israel, Lebanon agree to 45-day ceasefire extensionIsrael and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire for another 45 days following two days of talks facilitated by the United States in Washington. The negotiations ended with both sides committing to hold further meetings in the coming weeks as efforts continue to prevent renewed escalation along the Israel-Lebanon border. Lebanon joined the discussions despite objections from Hezbollah, while Israel continued to push for the group’s disarmament as part of any long-term settlement. READ MORE HERE