Cyber Attacks Disrupt Iran’s Financial Sector as Oman Reopens Strait of Hormuz

In a significant shift toward digital warfare, major Iranian financial institutions including Melli, Saderat, and Tejarat have been hit by debilitating cyber attacks. The disruptions intensified over the last 24 hours following an ultimatum from President Trump, who warned that the United States would act if the current diplomatic framework fails. While the attacks target Iran's economic infrastructure, the Iranian government has signaled a slight easing of domestic tension by reopening parts of its national airspace for civilian travel. Simultaneously, Oman has moved to stabilize global energy markets by officially reopening the Strait of Hormuz. By establishing temporary shipping corridors in coordination with the International Maritime Organization and waived transit fees, Oman has bypassed ongoing U.S.-Iran disputes over maritime tolls. This maneuver allowed approximately 20 million barrels of oil to exit the Gulf in a single day, contributing to a marked decline in global energy prices despite the continued presence of U.S. forces in the region. On the diplomatic front, technical-level talks are set to resume next Tuesday, June 30, under the mediation of Pakistan and Qatar. However, significant gaps remain; Iranian negotiators have flatly denied U.S. claims that an agreement has been reached regarding nuclear inspections at sites like Natanz and Isfahan. Furthermore, the regional outlook is complicated by what Israeli diplomats describe as the "collapse" of parallel peace talks with Lebanon, as Iran maintains that its missile program and support for proxy groups remain non-negotiable.