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Trump Claims Iran in 'State of Collapse,' Seeks Strait of Hormuz Opening

Donald Trump stated that Iran informed the United States it is in a state of collapse and requested the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. This claim comes amidst stalled talks between the two nations.

28 Apr, 03:00 — 28 Apr, 13:38
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ReutersVery High9h ago

King Charles to promote British-American unity in speech to Congress - Reuters

King Charles to promote British-American unity in speech to Congress  Reuters

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NYTMostly Factual1h ago

Security is tight for King Charles’s U.S. visit.

By Adam Goldman

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bloombergHigh10h ago

Trump’s Family and Friends Help Revive a Former Balkan Pariah - Bloomberg.com

Trump’s Family and Friends Help Revive a Former Balkan Pariah  Bloomberg.com

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wsjHigh6h ago

Oil Back Above $111 as Peace Talks Remain Stalled - WSJ

Oil Back Above $111 as Peace Talks Remain Stalled  WSJ

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wapoMostly Factual5h ago

New DHS chief’s call for quieter immigration enforcement alarms MAGA base

Groups like the Mass Deportation Coalition see Markwayne Mullin’s push to restore confidence in DHS after fatal shootings as a potential betrayal of the president’s promise.

By David Nakamura

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The GuardianMostly Factual1h ago

Is Tucker Carlson eyeing a 2028 presidential run? | Arwa Mahdawi

He has said he is ‘tormented’ by his previous support for Donald Trump – and some suggest the former Fox News host is positioning himself for the GOP nomination A few years ago, Tucker Carlson was sleeping peacefully alongside his wife and four dogs when, all of a sudden, he was “physically mauled” by a demon. This supernatural attack left bloody claw marks on his side, the former Fox News star claimed in a documentary about spirituality. Shaken by this unusual ordeal, Carlson called an evang...

By Arwa Mahdawi

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NPRHigh2h ago

WHCA dinner shooter charged. And, Charles III to address Congress

Cole Allen, the man who tried to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner, is being charged with trying to assassinate President Trump. And, King Charles III is set to address Congress today.

By Brittney Melton

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Fox NewsMixed2h ago

Can King Charles save the ever-fracturing ‘special relationship’ after Trump anger at Starmer over Iran war?

As Britain rejects U.S. blockade tactics against Iran, King Charles III's visit to Washington is shaping up as a critical diplomatic balancing act.

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual5h ago

Before World Cup, FIFA slammed for politicising sport with Trump prize

Football officials and players question FIFA’s decision to award its inaugural Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump.

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CNNMostly Factual5h ago

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress - CNN

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress  CNN

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times-ukMostly Factual11h ago

King Charles to deliver message of unity despite UK-US tensions - The Times

King Charles to deliver message of unity despite UK-US tensions  The Times

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DWHigh3h ago

Trump's 'hellhole' repost fuels growing anger in India

Donald Trump's rhetoric, the Iran war and US tariffs are driving anger in India — even among conservative voices. Can US-India ties withstand the strain?

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SCMPMostly Factual6h ago

Why Asean cooperation remains primary shield against Malacca Strait tolls

Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz in the Middle East has turned the spotlight on a strategic waterway thousands of miles away in Southeast Asia, with littoral states having different ideas on how to control their stake. Indonesian officials last week flirted with the idea of imposing tolls for passing vessels in the Strait of Malacca. Malaysia and Singapore, however, have insisted that navigation in the vital corridor remains free. The likelihood of tolls in the strait is low thanks to...

By Maria Siow

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France 24High1h ago

King Charles in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

Britain's King ​Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day trip, welcomed by self-proclaimed royal fan Donald Trump even as the US president has differed with the British government over the Iran war. The state visit, by far the most high-profile and consequential of Charles' reign, marks the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration ​of Independence from ‌British rule, and is the first to the country by a British monarch in two decades.

By FRANCE24

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marketwatchMostly Factual4h ago

Global oil contract tops $110 after reports that Trump unhappy with proposal from Iran to end war

Brent crude futures for June delivery climbed to about $111 a barrel as the endpoint of the conflict remains unclear

By Nora Redmond

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The IndependentMostly Factual2h ago

Melania giggles as she jokes with King Charles about his love of honey during White House visit

First Lady Melania Trump previously claimed that she was pen pals with Britain’s King Charles III

By Owen Scott

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nikkei-asiaHigh11h ago

Trump not happy with Iran proposal to end the war, US official says - Nikkei Asia

Trump not happy with Iran proposal to end the war, US official says  Nikkei Asia

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual5h ago

'Limited capability': Pentagon says US has 'no defence' against hypersonic missiles amid Trump's 'Golden Dome' push

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hindustan-timesMostly Factual46m ago

‘Iran in a state of collapse’: Trump says Tehran ’requested' US to open Strait of Hormuz as talks remain stalled

Even after weeks of fighting between the US and Israel, Strait of Hormuz, a narrow chokepoint at the centre of global trade, remains closed for maritime traffic

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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual4h ago

Jon Stewart Blasts RFK Jr. For Abandoning Cheryl Hines During WHCD Shooting: “The Guy Who Outshined You is Stephen F****** Miller”

On Monday's episode of 'The Daily Show,' Stewart also pointed out the other absurdities from assassination attempt, including Trump's response on '60 Minutes.'

By Abid Rahman

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rte-newsMostly Factual1h ago

Charles to promote British-American unity in US speech

Britain's King Charles will press the importance of ⁠unity with the United States and the need to defend democratic values in an address to Congress at a time of deep divisions between the two countries over the war in Iran.

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual1h ago

Trump unhappy with Iran, IDF takes down over 1000 Hezbollah sites

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Shifra Jacobs—the top stories, clear and concise.

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cyprus-mail3h ago

Human Rights Watch urges Fifa to push for ‘ICE Truce’ at World Cup

Fifa should press the US government to establish an “ICE Truce” for this year’s World Cup, including a public guarantee from federal authorities to refrain from immigration enforcement operations at games and venues, Human Rights Watch (HRW) said in a report published on Monday. The 2026 World Cup – the first edition of the global […]

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seeking-alphaMixed1h ago

WTI crude tops $100 as Trump reportedly unhappy with Iran's proposal to open Hormuz

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advisor-perspectivesMostly Factual2h ago

US Stocks Will Keep Ignoring the Iran War

Many people seem surprised by the US stock market’s resilience during the Iran war. I’m not one of them, and I don’t see the war becoming a significant threat to the market, even if it drags on.

By Nir Kaissar

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Daily SabahMixed3h ago

Trump reportedly unhappy with latest Iran proposal to end war

U.S. President Donald Trump is unhappy with Iran’s latest proposal to end the two-month war, a U.S. official said, dimming hopes for resolving a conflict that has killed thousands,...

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Daily Star BDMixed6h ago

Trump peace prize makes a mockery of FIFA Human Rights Policy, says Jackson Irvine - The Daily Star

Trump peace prize makes a mockery of FIFA Human Rights Policy, says Jackson Irvine  The Daily Star

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graphic-ghanaMixed4h ago

UK and US always find ways to come together, King to tell Congress - Graphic Online

UK and US always find ways to come together, King to tell Congress  Graphic Online

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vanguard-ngMixed4h ago

US says examining latest Iran proposal

The White House said on Monday that it was examining Iran's latest proposal to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, two months after a US and Israeli offensive sent shockwaves through the global economy. The post US says examining latest Iran proposal appeared first on Vanguard News.

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naharnetMixed3h ago

Trump pressures Netanyahu to keep response to Hezbollah 'calculated and limited' - Naharnet

Trump pressures Netanyahu to keep response to Hezbollah 'calculated and limited'  Naharnet

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daily-mirror-lkMixed6h ago

Trump administration fires all members of US’ National Science Board - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Trump administration fires all members of US’ National Science Board  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

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azernewsLow4h ago

Trump said to still consider restarting strikes on Iran - AzerNews

Trump said to still consider restarting strikes on Iran  AzerNews

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el-mundo28 Apr, 01:18First to report

El trumpismo ya no basta: la popularidad del presidente de EEUU se agrieta ante los resultados estadísticos de su segundo mandato

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times-uk28 Apr, 03:00

King Charles to deliver message of unity despite UK-US tensions - The Times

la-vanguardia28 Apr, 03:00

Encuesta: ¿La imagen de Trump sale reforzada tras otro atentado fallido contra él?

nikkei-asia28 Apr, 03:09

Trump not happy with Iran proposal to end the war, US official says - Nikkei Asia

nzz28 Apr, 03:30

KOMMENTAR - Anleger sind gefangen im Aktienmarkt: wieso die Börse trotz dem Iran-Krieg Rekorde bricht

bloomberg28 Apr, 04:15

Trump’s Family and Friends Help Revive a Former Balkan Pariah - Bloomberg.com

die-presse28 Apr, 04:33

Netanjahu: Kampf gegen Hisbollah ist noch nicht beendet

Reuters28 Apr, 05:06

King Charles to promote British-American unity in speech to Congress - Reuters

vijesti-me28 Apr, 05:13

UŽIVO Tramp: Iran se nalazi u "stanju kolapsa", žele da što prije...

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Daily Star BD28 Apr, 07:32

Trump peace prize makes a mockery of FIFA Human Rights Policy, says Jackson Irvine - The Daily Star

SCMP28 Apr, 07:58

Why Asean cooperation remains primary shield against Malacca Strait tolls

daily-mirror-lk28 Apr, 08:13

Trump administration fires all members of US’ National Science Board - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

wsj28 Apr, 08:18

Oil Back Above $111 as Peace Talks Remain Stalled - WSJ

CNN28 Apr, 08:35

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress - CNN

Times of India28 Apr, 08:54

'Limited capability': Pentagon says US has 'no defence' against hypersonic missiles amid Trump's 'Golden Dome' push

wapo28 Apr, 09:00

New DHS chief’s call for quieter immigration enforcement alarms MAGA base

Al Jazeera28 Apr, 09:08

Before World Cup, FIFA slammed for politicising sport with Trump prize

marketwatch28 Apr, 09:27

Global oil contract tops $110 after reports that Trump unhappy with proposal from Iran to end war

n1-bih28 Apr, 09:28

Bloomberg: Trumpova porodica i saradnici vraćaju Dodika u igru

irozhlas28 Apr, 09:50

ONLINE: ‚Jasně jsme řekli, kde jsou naše limity.‘ Trump nepřijme íránský návrh na ukončení války

vanguard-ng28 Apr, 09:50

US says examining latest Iran proposal

mkd-mk28 Apr, 09:52

Мерц: Трамп е изигран и понижен (ВИДЕО)

hollywood-reporter28 Apr, 09:54

Jon Stewart Blasts RFK Jr. For Abandoning Cheryl Hines During WHCD Shooting: “The Guy Who Outshined You is Stephen F****** Miller”

azernews28 Apr, 09:58

Trump said to still consider restarting strikes on Iran - AzerNews

graphic-ghana28 Apr, 10:23

UK and US always find ways to come together, King to tell Congress - Graphic Online

naharnet28 Apr, 10:29

Trump pressures Netanyahu to keep response to Hezbollah 'calculated and limited' - Naharnet

dhaka-tribune28 Apr, 10:29

US says examining latest Iran proposal on Hormuz - Dhaka Tribune

cyprus-mail28 Apr, 10:49

Human Rights Watch urges Fifa to push for ‘ICE Truce’ at World Cup

Daily Sabah28 Apr, 10:54

Trump reportedly unhappy with latest Iran proposal to end war

DW28 Apr, 11:03

Trump's 'hellhole' repost fuels growing anger in India

morgunbladid28 Apr, 11:11

Kimmel svarar Trump: Augljóst grín um aldursmun

la-repubblica28 Apr, 11:32

Porte chiuse per proteggere Carlo dagli agguati di Trump. Oggi il bilaterale poi il Congresso

orf28 Apr, 11:33

Trumps Ballsaal: US-Justizministerium greift Kritiker an

The Independent28 Apr, 11:33

Melania giggles as she jokes with King Charles about his love of honey during White House visit

NPR28 Apr, 11:43

WHCA dinner shooter charged. And, Charles III to address Congress

politiken28 Apr, 11:51

Iransk forslag til at afslutte krigen vækker skepsis hos ekspert

advisor-perspectives28 Apr, 11:53

US Stocks Will Keep Ignoring the Iran War

observador28 Apr, 11:56

Trump não está satisfeito com nova proposta do Irão

Fox News28 Apr, 12:00

Can King Charles save the ever-fracturing ‘special relationship’ after Trump anger at Starmer over Iran war?

helsingin-sanomat28 Apr, 12:07

Nato | Nato haluaa harventaa huippu­kokouksia, taustalla Trumpin aiheuttama draama

faz28 Apr, 12:07

US-Iran-Verhandlungen: Teheran macht Trump ein zweischneidiges Angebot

le-figaro28 Apr, 12:10

Coupe du monde 2026 : Human Rights Watch craint un Mondial de «l'exclusion et la peur» aux États-Unis

dh-les-sports28 Apr, 12:28

Dans les coulisses de la guerre contre l’Iran, la situation se tend entre deux des plus proches collaborateurs de Trump : ”Un comportement dangereux” 

The Guardian28 Apr, 12:32

Is Tucker Carlson eyeing a 2028 presidential run? | Arwa Mahdawi

jerusalem-post28 Apr, 12:36

Trump unhappy with Iran, IDF takes down over 1000 Hezbollah sites

rte-news28 Apr, 12:37

Charles to promote British-American unity in US speech

France 2428 Apr, 12:38

King Charles in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

der-standard28 Apr, 12:40

Stacey Abrams: "Trump ist nicht der Architekt der Autokratie, er ist ein Symptom"

seeking-alpha28 Apr, 12:42

WTI crude tops $100 as Trump reportedly unhappy with Iran's proposal to open Hormuz

hvg28 Apr, 12:47

Kamilla királyné ruháját érdemes közelebbről is megvizsgálni

tvn2428 Apr, 12:57

Król Karol III w Waszyngtonie. Wygłosi historyczne przemówienie

nrk28 Apr, 13:08

Håpløst kongelig oppdrag

NYT28 Apr, 13:13

Security is tight for King Charles’s U.S. visit.

berlingske28 Apr, 13:24

Reuters: NATO-lande presser på for færre topmøder – vil forhindre anspændt møde med Trump

naftemporiki28 Apr, 13:36

Τραμπ: Το Ιράν μας ενημέρωσε ότι είναι σε κατάσταση κατάρρευσης – Ζητά άνοιγμα των Στενών του Ορμούζ

newsbeast28 Apr, 13:37

«Μάχη» στα σκαλιά του Λευκού Οίκου: Η αντίδραση του βασιλιά Καρόλου στην επιθετική χειραψία του Ντόναλντ Τραμπ

hindustan-times28 Apr, 13:38

‘Iran in a state of collapse’: Trump says Tehran ’requested' US to open Strait of Hormuz as talks remain stalled

dagbladet28 Apr, 13:45

«Tilstand av kollaps»

aktualne-cz28 Apr, 13:46

Co už bylo příliš? Trump je kontaktní a král to ví, říká expert o porušení etikety

klix-ba28 Apr, 13:48

Trump tvrdi da ih je Iran obavijestio kako je država u stanju kolapsa: "Žele da otvorimo Hormuz"

index-hr28 Apr, 13:48

Trump: Iran nas je obavijestio da je u stanju kolapsa

danas28 Apr, 13:54

Tramp tvrdi da ih je Iran obavestio kako je država u stanju kolapsa: „Žele da otvorimo Ormuz“

yle-uutiset28 Apr, 13:55

Trump järjestää kuningas Charlesin kunniaksi tervetuliais­tilaisuuden Valkoisessa talossa – katso suorana kello 17.30

iefimerida28 Apr, 14:00

Τραμπ: Το Ιράν είναι στα πρόθυρα κατάρρευσης, μας ζητούν να ανοίξουμε τα Στενά του Ορμούζ

balkan-web28 Apr, 14:08Latest update

“Irani na ka informuar se është në gjendje kolapsi”, Trump: Teherani kërkon të hapim Ngushticën e Hormuzit sa më shpejt të jetë e mundur