Sep 9, 2026, 01:00 AM UTC

US President Donald Trump announced that no diplomatic talks are planned with Tehran, reiterating that Iran must not acquire nuclear capabilities. The declaration follows reports of a vessel being hit in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Washington warned it could employ military action if Iranian or Omani forces disrupt international maritime transit. In response, Iranian officials cautioned that their military forces would adopt an offensive posture if diplomatic pathways with the United States collapse completely.

Concurrently, diplomatic efforts concerning Gaza remain stalled. While Hamas indicated agreement with the second phase of a US-proposed peace plan, Israeli leadership reiterated that its military forces will not withdraw from the enclave without the complete disarmament of Hamas.

Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro).

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced during a visit to Kraljevo that the government will fight to attract two major commercial investors over the next year, an effort expected to generate approximately 1,000 new employment opportunities in the local economy.

Meanwhile in Belgrade, the Serbian National Assembly concluded its daily legislative work. Parliamentary deputies completed their scheduled discussion items during the late afternoon hours and are scheduled to reconvene the following morning at 10:00 to continue the ongoing parliamentary session.

Sources: Tanjug

United States President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have rejected media reports alleging that American military ammunition reserves are severely depleted following recent actions against Iran. Responding to reports from outlets including CNN, Trump stated on Truth Social that the US maintains "huge amounts of 'ammunition', especially certain types," and noted that domestic manufacturing continues to expand. Trump also warned that individuals who leak information regarding military readiness face long prison sentences.

In parallel, Trump announced that diplomatic talks with Tehran have resumed, framing them as a final opportunity for Iran to reach a deal. However, Iranian officials previously stated that no negotiations were currently taking place or planned.

Sources: Die Zeit, FAZ, ORF, Tagesschau

The United States has conducted its largest operation since the conflict began to escort millions of barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz, relying on air, naval, and space assets while striking Iranian positions on Larak Island. Iranian forces responded by deploying rocket-launched naval mines to maintain their maritime blockade.

Tehran reiterated that the strategic passage will remain closed until Washington fulfills the terms of a memorandum of understanding. Iranian demands include lifting petroleum sanctions, unblocking ports, unfreezing national assets, and halting military operations. Prior to the conflict, approximately 20 million barrels of crude oil traversed the strait daily.

Sources: Expresso, Expresso das Ilhas, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)