European leaders see Trump's troop drawdown from Germany as new proof they must go it alone - AP News

European leaders see Trump's troop drawdown from Germany as new proof they must go it alone  AP News

Trump says US to help ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz as tanker hit by projectiles - Reuters

Trump says US to help ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz as tanker hit by projectiles  Reuters

European leaders converge on Armenia as Russia looks on

Two European summits are being held in a country long considered Russia's closest ally in the region.

Iran Threatens Ships Over Trump Plan to Break Iran’s Blockade

A senior Iranian military official warned that any vessel that tries to cross the Strait of Hormuz without permission would be “at risk.”

By Aaron Boxerman and Sanam Mahoozi

Trump Hormuz Plan Leaves Shipowners Guessing as Attacks Persist - Bloomberg.com

Trump Hormuz Plan Leaves Shipowners Guessing as Attacks Persist  Bloomberg.com

Trump Has an IRA to Sell You - WSJ

Trump Has an IRA to Sell You  WSJ

Iran warns US Navy not to enter Strait of Hormuz

Trump says ‘Project Freedom’ plan will guide stranded ships through waterway at heart of energy crisis

'Taiwan has become essential for the world's future,' says François Wu, deputy foreign minister

Two weeks before US President Donald Trump is due to visit Beijing, on May 14 and 15, Taiwanese Deputy Foreign Minister François Wu Chih-chung emphasized Taiwan's increasingly strategic position and the 'useful' global role it can play.

Shipping bosses nervous over Trump plan to guide vessels from strait of Hormuz

US president gave no details on how operation would work as Iran says it will attack any armed force entering waterway Middle East crisis – live updates The US has launched an operation to “guide” ships trapped in the Gulf by the Iran war through a southern route of the Strait of Hormuz, even as Tehran insisted that any such transits would have to be coordinated with its armed forces. The scheme was announced as “Project Freedom” on Sunday night by Donald Trump on his social media page, whe...

By Julian Borger in Jerusalem

Trump says he's reviewing offer from Iran but keeps military action on the table

President Trump says he is reviewing a new offer from Iran though virtually zero details have been made public.

By Mara Liasson

Trump announces 'Project Freedom,' Iran threatens attacks, Pakistan announces US release of seized cargo ship

Trump announces Project Freedom to help ships escape the Strait of Hormuz amid U.S.-Iran tensions, but Iran threatens attacks.

Iran says it fired missiles at US warship to prevent it entering Hormuz

Iranian state media says two missiles have struck a US navy destroyer to prevent it entering the Strait of Hormuz.

Zelenskyy and von der Leyen discuss potential drone deal with EU

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met in Yerevan, Armenia, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Monday 4 May.

By Ulyana Krychkovska

EPC summit: Europe has 'gotten the message' from Trump

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said Europe has "gotten the message" that Donald Trump was disappointed over the reluctance to join the Iran war. Rutte was speaking at a meeting of European leaders in Armenia.

US to 'guide' stranded ships from Hormuz: What we know about 'Project Freedom'

The United States said Monday it is ready to “guide” commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz in a new effort to end the blockade wreaking havoc on the global economy. The U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Center advised ships to cross the strait in Oman’s waters, saying it had set up an “enhanced security area.” The American military has said the initiative might involve guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 aircraft and 15,000 service members but has not specified what kind of ass...

By FRANCE24

Oil prices climb after disputed report of Iran strike on U.S. warship in the Strait of Hormuz

Oil is off to a volatile start to the week on a disputed report of a strike on a U.S. Navy ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

By Barbara Kollmeyer

Trump says ‘Project Freedom’ will guide ‘innocent bystander’ ships through Strait of Hormuz

Thousands of U.S. troops and dozens of aircraft are to be deployed to assist in the effort - Iran has already threatened retaliation

By Oisin Mcilroy

Dubai's main airport is ramping up flights after traffic slumped 66% in March

Dubai's main airport is ramping up flights after traffic slumped in March. Marcin Golba/NurPhoto via Getty Images Dubai is trying to get its air travel industry back on its feet. Dubai Airports said it was ramping up flights now that the UAE airspace is "fully restored." Traffic at the international airport dropped 66% in March after the Iran war unfolded. Dubai's air travel is on the mend. Dubai Airports, which manages Dubai International Airport (DXB) and the smaller Al Maktoum Internatio...

Rudy Giuliani critical: Trump reacts, Jimmy Kimmel's bizarre ‘grave’ joke before hospitalisation surfaces

President Trump commented on Rudy Giuliani's hospitalization, calling him a true warrior. Giuliani, 81, is in critical but stable condition.

Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ kicks off: US Navy to guide hundreds of stranded ships out of mine-filled Strait of Hormuz

NATO’s Rutte says Europeans have ‘gotten message’ from Trump - The Straits Times

NATO’s Rutte says Europeans have ‘gotten message’ from Trump  The Straits Times

Two missiles hit US Navy ship near Strait of Hormuz, forcing it to turn back - report

The ship reportedly turned back after being hit.

NATO chief says Europeans have ‘gotten message’ from Trump

European nations have “gotten the message” from U.S. President Donald Trump and are now ensuring that agreements on the use of military bases are being implemented, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Monday. Trump has accused some NATO nations of not doing enough to support the United States in the Iran war. In a […]

Macron calls for coordinated reopening of Hormuz as US initiative draws doubts

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged for a “coordinated” reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that a newly announced US-led initiative lacks clarity and risks further tension in an already volatile region.

By RFI

Iran warns US to keep out of Strait of Hormuz after Trump pledges help for stranded ships

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Monday, 4 May 2026

Regional * Armenia is hosting the 8th European Political Community Summit today. It will be co-chaired by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and President of the EU Council António Costa. Leaders from nearly 50 countries have visited Yerevan for the summit. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will sit out the summit, and Turkey will be represented by Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz, while Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev will attend online. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit marks the first time a

By OC Media

NATO chief says Trump disappointed in Europe over Iran response

The U.S. president had accused European countries of ignoring his requests to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the U.S. and Israel went to war with Iran.

Rutte says Europeans have 'gotten message' from Trump

Europeans have "heard" US President Donald Trump's message of frustration over the Iran war and are "stepping up", NATO chief Mark Rutte said after the US announced it would withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany.

US pressure mounts on Seoul over Hormuz coalition

South Korea’s review of a US-proposed maritime coalition in the Strait of Hormuz is less an opportunity than a reflection of mounting pressure from Washington, with limited room for strategic advantage, experts said Monday. Seoul is currently weighing whether to join the Maritime Freedom Construct, a US-backed initiative aimed at restoring navigation through the strait, while also participating in parallel discussions led by the United Kingdom and France involving around 50 countries. According

By The Korea Herald

Iranian ship, crew seized by US transferred to Pakistan: report

An Iranian ship that was seized by the US after it “failed to comply” with the blockade imposed by the country has been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation to Iran, along with its crew, American outlet ABC News reported on Monday. “US forces completed the transfer of 22 crew members of M/V Touska to Pakistan for repatriation,“ the report quoted US Central Command Spokesperson Captain Tim Hawkins as saying. “Six other passengers were already transferred to a regional country for repatriat...

By none@none.com (News DeskReutersAFP)

Donald Trump Shares AI Image Of Himself And Cabinet Members Shirtless In Reflecting Pool

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is undergoing a $1.5 million renovation ordered by Trump.

Trump says US will start a project to 'guide' stranded ships out of Hormuz from Monday

It comes a day after Trump said he'd likely reject the latest Iranian proposal because "they have not paid a big enough price".

Iran says it turns back US warship from Strait of Hormuz, US CENTCOM denies missile strike

Iran had warned US forces not to enter the strait after President Donald Trump said the US would "guide out" ships stranded in the Persian Gulf by the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Vatican confirms Pope Leo will meet Rubio on Thursday

(ANSA) - ROME, MAY 4 - The Vatican on Monday official confirmed reports that Pope Leo will meet United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday. It said the audience will take place at the Apostolic Palace at 11:30. (ANSA). Read article...

By ANSA

Iran claims it turned back US warship from Strait of Hormuz; Washington denies missile strike

Iran claimed on Monday it had forced a US warship to retreat from the Strait of Hormuz, while Washington denied reports that the vessel had been struck by Iranian missiles, in the latest flashpoint over the blocked waterway. Iran’s navy said it had prevented “American-Zionist” warships from entering the strait by issuing a “swift and […]

By Newsroom

The 9 at 9: Monday

HSE falling short of health and safety targets, Taoiseach at European summit and Trump says US to guide ships through Hormuz

U.S. Moves to Block Chinese Labs From Certifying Electronics - Caixin Global

U.S. Moves to Block Chinese Labs From Certifying Electronics  Caixin Global

Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces escort plan

TEHRAN - Iran's military warned on Monday that US forces would be attacked if they entered the Strait of Hormuz, after President Donald Trump said the United States would begin escorting ships through the waterway.

Dubai Airports to ramp up DXB flights as UAE airspace reopens - Gulf News

Dubai Airports to ramp up DXB flights as UAE airspace reopens  Gulf News

Trump vows to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz as Iran rejects ‘pirate’ US plan - News24

Trump vows to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz as Iran rejects ‘pirate’ US plan  News24

Iran returns serve to US in battle of diplomacy - China Daily - Global Edition

Iran returns serve to US in battle of diplomacy  China Daily - Global Edition

Macron urges ‘coordinated reopening’ of Hormuz by US, Iran - Arab News

Macron urges ‘coordinated reopening’ of Hormuz by US, Iran  Arab News

Dubai Airports scaling up operations as UAE airspace restored, CEO says

Air traffic returns to normal ​after precautionary measures introduced at start of US-Iran war, were lifted

By Reuters

Trump says US to help ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz as tanker hit by projectiles - Khaleej Times

Trump says US to help ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz as tanker hit by projectiles  Khaleej Times

Iran reportedly hits US vessel with 2 missiles near Strait of Hormuz

Iran on Monday hit a U.S. warship with two missiles near Jask Island, on the way to the Strait of Hormuz, after the vessel ignored Tehran's warnings, Iran’s FARS news agency c...

Europe Will Lose Billions In Revenue If US Military Bases Shut Down

Europe Will Lose Billions In Revenue If US Military Bases Shut Down Europe is in far greater economic trouble that most people realize.  In an April 2026 report by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), it was reveled that the UK's GDP per capita is lower than all 50 U.S. states, including the poorest, Mississippi. While the majority of Britons mistakenly believe the UK is as wealthy or wealthier than the US, data shows the UK's average income lags behind the lowest-performing...

By Tyler Durden

Iran War: Peak Chaos as Trump Announces “Humanitarian” Convoy to Enter Strait to Free Trapped Ship, Soon Walked Back by Officialdom; Negotiations Reported as Collapsing as Iran Toughens Position; UAE Enters War

Today's Iran war news: Trump carries on with his signature chaos-making, but not necessarily to his advantage.

By Yves Smith

Iran military says US forces will be attacked if they enter Strait of Hormuz - The Daily Star

Iran military says US forces will be attacked if they enter Strait of Hormuz  The Daily Star

Germany Downplays Tensions as US Plans Troop Withdrawal - Tempo.co English

Germany Downplays Tensions as US Plans Troop Withdrawal  Tempo.co English

Zelensky arrives at European Political Community summit

President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived at the European Political Community summit, which begins today in Yerevan.

Defence minister calls for “cool heads” over US troop withdrawal

Dutch defence minister Dilan Yesilgöz has called for “cool heads” in the wake of US president Donald Trump’s threat to...

By Robin Pascoe

Pope to meet US Secretary of State Thursday

Pope Leo XIV will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a private visit aimed at thawing relations after recent harsh criticism from US President Trump Read More: https://punchng.com/pope-to-meet-us-secretary-of-state-thursday/

By Punch Newspapers

Oil prices jumped up to 5% after Iran’s claims of a strike on a US warship

Brent rally eases after U.S. officials deny incident near Strait of Hormuz The post Oil prices jumped up to 5% after Iran’s claims of a strike on a US warship appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By admin

Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces escort plan

"We will use best efforts to get their Ships and Crews safely out of the Strait. In all cases, they said they will not be returning until the area becomes safe for navigation," Trump posted on Truth Social, saying operations would begin on Monday. The post Iran warns will attack US forces in Hormuz after Trump announces escort plan appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

US launches 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz to restore shipping routes - rudaw.net

US launches 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz to restore shipping routes  rudaw.net

Trump says US to ‘guide’ stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz

The United States says it will on Monday begin trying to free merchant ships stranded by Iran's closure of the key shipping channel, the Strait of Hormuz, since the start of the war.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

Europe must take care of own security as US plans to pull out troops from Germany - Naharnet

Europe must take care of own security as US plans to pull out troops from Germany  Naharnet

Kobakhidze Attends EPC Summit in Yerevan

Georgian Dream Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze is attending the eighth European Political Community (EPC) summit in Yerevan on May 4. Georgian Dream Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili and Government Administration Head Levan Zhorzholiani are accompanying him. The summit brings together about 50 leaders from across the continent. Among them are Ukrainian President …

By Civil.ge

Iran’s military vows to target any foreign forces approaching Strait of Hormuz - PressTV

Iran’s military vows to target any foreign forces approaching Strait of Hormuz  PressTV

Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz - thecitizen.co.tz

Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz  thecitizen.co.tz

The withdrawal of American troops from Germany was "expected" (German minister) - Seneweb

The withdrawal of American troops from Germany was "expected" (German minister)  Seneweb