Exclusive: US and others propose e-commerce pact as WTO deadlock deepens - Reuters

Exclusive: US and others propose e-commerce pact as WTO deadlock deepens  Reuters

Zambia blasts the US over a $2 billion health deal in exchange for critical minerals - AP News

Zambia blasts the US over a $2 billion health deal in exchange for critical minerals  AP News

Offensive stage of Iran war is over, US Secretary of State Rubio says

As a spate of incidents in the Strait of Hormuz test the ceasefire, an Iranian official says, "We are just getting started".

Hormuz Remains Largely Deserted as US and Iran Vie for Control - Bloomberg.com

Hormuz Remains Largely Deserted as US and Iran Vie for Control  Bloomberg.com

U.S. Trade Deficit Grew in March

Both exports and imports rose after the Supreme Court struck down many of the president’s highest levies in February.

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Beijing Deploys Long-Threatened Economic Arsenal Against U.S. Pressure - WSJ

Beijing Deploys Long-Threatened Economic Arsenal Against U.S. Pressure  WSJ

Saudi Arabia boosts defence spending by a quarter

Military expenditure rose above $17bn in first three months of year as Iran launched strikes around Gulf

Rubio insists US is ‘very fortunate’ as Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50

US secretary of state says US is better off than other countries hit by disruption in oil supplies Marco Rubio has argued the US is in a “very fortunate” position as fuel prices continue to climb nationwide amid disruption sparked by the US-Israel war on Iran. With average US fuel prices now approaching $4.50 a gallon – their highest level in four years – the US secretary of state was asked on Tuesday how long Americans should accept them at such levels. Continue reading...

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Miscalculation over Strait of Hormuz could ‘bring an all-out war’

Neither the US nor Iran are willing to compromise on the Strait of Hormuz, increasing the chance of miscalculation.

US intercepts 6 ships trying to run American blockade during operation to open Strait of Hormuz

Trump pauses U.S. bid to guide ships out of Strait of Hormuz, cites Iran deal progress

President Donald Trump said he is pausing "Project Freedom," the U.S. military's bid to guide commercial ships out of the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. continues effort to guide vessels through Strait of Hormuz, insisting military operation in Iran is over

The U.S. continues to deploy its assets to defend freedom of navigation in the key thoroughfare that Iran has effectively shut down, as Washington insists ceasefire is holding.

Iran war: Operation Epic Fury is 'over,' Rubio says

The US Secretary of State says that US forces will now only operate defensively to enforce a naval blockade of Iran, which in turn has denied attacking the United Arab Emirates this week. DW has more.

Rubio says US military has completed offensive operations in Iran

The United States said on Tuesday that it had ended offensive operations against Iran, but warned it could unleash a “devastating” response to new threats in the Strait of Hormuz, as clashes and rival warnings from Tehran raised fears that a fragile ceasefire could collapse.

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This narrow shipping lane is how Trump now wants oil tankers to navigate the Strait of Hormuz

If the U.S. succeeds in shepherding more vesses out of the strait safely, hundreds of ships still stuck on either side of the strait, including massive oil tankers, would find their way to markets, taking off some of the pressure that has led global crude prices rise more than 50%.

By Claudia Assis

Trump’s Project Freedom won’t undo an oil stranglehold created by the US

Editorial: Regardless of the president’s latest effort to break Iran’s blockade, freedom of movement won’t be returning to the Strait of Hormuz any time soon

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Hormuz standoff deepens despite U.S. declaring end of offensive

'Operation Epic Fury is concluded,' Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters at the White House

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Rubio says offensive operation towards Iran ‘over’, US exploring diplomatic path

Calling Project Freedom a defensive operation, Rubio said, “If no shots are fired at these ships and no shots are fired at us, we're not firing shots.”

India condemns drone strike on UAE, urges Hormuz access - The Straits Times

India condemns drone strike on UAE, urges Hormuz access  The Straits Times

Trump pauses effort to escort ships in Strait of Hormuz, citing deal progress

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would briefly pause an operation to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing “great progress” toward a comprehensive agreement with Iran. Hours earlier, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had outlined the effort that began on Monday to escort stranded tankers out of the Gulf. The strait has been virtually shut since the conflict began, blocking some 20 per cent of world oil supplies and igniting a global energy crisis. “Based on the re...

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Rubio calls Hormuz resolution a test for U.N., urges against vetoes

Russia and China vetoed a previous U.S.-backed Bahraini resolution that appeared to open a path to legitimize U.S. military action against Iran.

Trump says ‘great progress’ made on US-Iran deal, pauses Project Freedom in Hormuz

Requests from Pakistan and other countries also played a role in the decision to halt Project Freedom, the US operation to guide ships through the strait.

US Republicans seek Secret Service upgrades

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Marco Rubio Says Offensive Action Against Iran Is Over

The United States has completed its offensive operations against Iran, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday, even as Washington warned it was ready to unleash a "devastating" response to any new attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Erhurman meets outgoing US ambassador Davis

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Trump says operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz will be 'paused' to facilitate efforts to end Iran war

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U.S. downplays risk of wider Iran conflict after Hormuz clashes

Saudi Arabia stands firmly with UAE after Iranian attacks, says Crown Prince - Gulf News

Saudi Arabia stands firmly with UAE after Iranian attacks, says Crown Prince  Gulf News

Iran attacks UAE after 26 days of ceasefire: What happened, why tensions escalated - Khaleej Times

Iran attacks UAE after 26 days of ceasefire: What happened, why tensions escalated  Khaleej Times

Fact check: Viral video does not show cargo ship near UAE on fire after Iranian attack; it's old and unrelated

Footage shows a fire incident on a cargo vessel off the coast of Goa, India, in July 2024, unrelated to recent events

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Rubio says US completed offensive stage of Iran war

Rubio says US completed offensive stage of Iran war, insisting Washington “achieved its objectives” and acting in self-defense by enforcing blockade of Iranian ports The U.S...

Hormuz "Deserted" As Iran Expands Area Of Control; Hundreds Of Ships Cluster Near Dubai

Hormuz "Deserted" As Iran Expands Area Of Control; Hundreds Of Ships Cluster Near Dubai The Strait of Hormuz has become a ghost town, er strait, with traffic grinding to a complete halt as no new commercial ship crossings were recorded despite a US effort to guide vessels through the waterway, according to Bloomberg. While Maersk confirmed that its vessel Alliance Fairfax transited the strait on Monday under US military protection, Tuesday saw zero traffic following a day of vio...

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Zelensky condemns Iran's strikes on UAE, announces new security initiatives for Middle East

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned Iran's strikes on the United Arab Emirates, calling them reckless, and has instructed diplomats to deepen security partnerships with countries in the Middle East.

King, in call with UAE president, condemns renewed Iranian attacks - Jordan Times

King, in call with UAE president, condemns renewed Iranian attacks  Jordan Times

India condemns drone strike on UAE

India condemns the recent drone strike on a UAE energy facility, urging for a cessation of hostilities and uninterrupted navigation in the Strait of Hormuz Read More: https://punchng.com/india-condemns-drone-strike-on-uae/

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US declares Iran offensive over, warns force remains an option

The United States has completed its offensive operations against Iran, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday, even as Washington warned it was ready to unleash a "devastating" response to any new attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The post US declares Iran offensive over, warns force remains an option appeared first on Vanguard News.

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UAE policies are premised on realpolitik at the cost of morality - Tehran Times

UAE policies are premised on realpolitik at the cost of morality  Tehran Times

Iran moves to consolidate control over the Strait of Hormuz: Tolls and new ship transit control mechanism announced by Tehran

Ships wishing to pass through the maritime passage will be required to communicate with the new authority, complete the necessary documentation, and pay the prescribed transit fees The post Iran moves to consolidate control over the Strait of Hormuz: Tolls and new ship transit control mechanism announced by Tehran appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility - the-star.co.ke

US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility  the-star.co.ke

Costa Rica and U.S. Expand Joint Patrol Agreement to Combat Illegal Fishing

Costa Rica and the United States have expanded their Joint Patrol Agreement to include the fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, adding marine resource protection to a bilateral maritime-security framework long used against drug trafficking. The protocol, signed April 30 in San José, amends the existing agreement and broadens cooperation beyond illicit maritime trafficking. […] The post Costa Rica and U.S. Expand Joint Patrol Agreement to Combat Illegal Fishing appeared f...

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Tunisia’s Gabès Festival Taps Into Regional Tensions For 2026 Edition With Oliver Laxe, Kaouther Ben Hania & Hend Sabry - IMDb

Tunisia’s Gabès Festival Taps Into Regional Tensions For 2026 Edition With Oliver Laxe, Kaouther Ben Hania & Hend Sabry  IMDb