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WorldGunfire reported near Strait of Hormuz after Iran restores full military control
Tehran, Iran. At least two merchant vessels reported being struck by gunfire as they attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, shortly after Iran reimposed strict military controls on the waterway, according…
World2026 Iran war escalates into global crisis as Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts energy supplies
Tehran, Iran. The 2026 Iran war has escalated from what was described as a local regime-change effort into…
WorldTrump seeks Iran settlement as war highlights domestic tolerance for economic pain
Washington, United States. Seven weeks of war with Iran have not toppled Tehran’s rulers or delivered all of…
WorldTrump cites “pretty good news” on Iran as ceasefire deadline approaches
Washington, United States. US President Donald Trump said there had been “some pretty good news” about Iran and…
WorldTrump warns ceasefire with Iran may lapse as Strait of Hormuz reopens temporarily
Washington, United States. US President Donald Trump warned he may allow the ceasefire with Iran to lapse by…
WorldBritain’s network operators say gas and power supplies will meet demand this summer despite Middle East disruption
London, United Kingdom. Britain’s network operators said the country will have enough gas and electricity supply this summer…
WorldIran says Strait of Hormuz reopened as Trump cites possible talks and shipping risks persist
Tehran, Iran. Iran’s foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz had reopened to commercial shipping under a ceasefire…
WorldLebanon’s President Aoun says ceasefire should lead to “permanent agreements” in first televised address
Beirut, Lebanon. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said a ceasefire agreed by Lebanon should lead to “permanent agreements,” in…
WorldPope Leo adopts tougher rhetoric on Africa tour amid repeated criticism from Trump
Yaounde, Cameroon. Pope Leo has debuted a more forceful speaking style during a four-nation Africa tour, issuing sharp…
WorldTrump says Iran war deal could be near as allies discuss reopening Strait of Hormuz
Islamabad, Pakistan. President Donald Trump said a deal to end the war in Iran could be reached soon,…
WorldEU to resume cooperation agreement with Syria and launch formal political dialogue on May 11
Brussels, Belgium. The European Union plans to deepen engagement with Syria by relaunching formal political contacts and preparing…