Hormuz plan paused 50 hours after Trump announced it - what happened?

The US president pauses the military operation to get ships through the Strait of Hormuz two days after he announced it.

Trump’s U-turn and hopes of a deal ease tensions in energy markets.

By Qasim Nauman and Erica L. Green

American healthcare costs drive global imbalances

Dark matter revealed?

After defying Trump, a Republican lawmaker hangs on by a thread

Republicans in Indiana’s Senate tested voters’ tolerance for defying the president. Most lost in primaries amid a wave of threats, campaign cash and popular backlash.

By Patrick Marley

Vivek Ramaswamy wins Ohio GOP primary, setting up tight governor race

The Trump-backed biotech entrepreneur will face Democrat Amy Acton in a competitive November contest US politics live – latest updates Vivek Ramaswamy, a Republican former presidential candidate, won his primary race for Ohio governor on Tuesday, setting up a closely-watched contest in November’s election. The biotech entrepreneur, who was endorsed by Donald Trump and briefly co-led Trump’s so-called “department of government efficiency” (Doge) with Elon Musk at the start of the president’s...

By Richard Luscombe

Democrats gain midterm edge, NPR poll shows. And, U.S. pauses 'Project Freedom'

Democrats outpace Republicans in voter enthusiasm for the midterm elections, according to NPR's latest poll. And Trump says "Project Freedom" is paused because of progress toward an Iran agreement.

By Brittney Melton

Trump tentatively making peace with Iran, but potential future strikes remain as leverage

Trump hails tentative Iran peace deal but says in-person truce signing is "too far," threatening renewed bombing if Tehran rejects the agreement.

Araghchi in Beijing: How China could shape the direction of the US-Iran war

Analysts say shared US and Chinese interests in reopening the Strait of Hormuz could create a path towards peace.

From jewelers to health tech, CEOs want tariff refunds as earnings take a hit

Philips and Pandora on Wednesday announced their intentions to apply for tariff rebates in the aftermath of President Trump's "liberation day" blitz.

Is Rubio’s star rising in Trump world? Duel with Vance for 2028 heats up

It was the perfect split-screen for the race to succeed Donald Trump – so long as your name is Marco Rubio and not J.D. Vance. In a packed White House briefing room, journalists shouted over each other in a bid to get a question from the US secretary of state. At the same time Vice-President Vance – Rubio’s most likely rival for the 2028 Republican presidential nomination – was hundreds of kilometres away from the action at a political fundraiser in Oklahoma. “Guys, this is chaos,” said Rubio...

By Agence France-Presse

Nearly 600,000 Venezuelans in limbo after losing temporary protected status

In 2025, the US Supreme Court provisionally authorised the Trump administration to lift Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans living in the United States. This status had allowed them to work legally and remain in the country as long as their return to Venezuela was deemed dangerous. Nearly 600,000 people now live in a state of profound legal uncertainty. FRANCE 24's Fanny Allard and Fraser Jackson report from Florida.

By Fanny ALLARD

Trump’s third surgeon general pick is deleting old posts critical of president’s agenda and fitness

Dr Nicole Saphier, a radiologist, author and Fox News contributor, scrubs X account of posts questioning administration’s handling of issues related to autism and vaccines

By Joe Sommerlad

Trump's Indiana wins show his power over GOP with more primaries and redistricting debates ahead

Canada is losing to the U.S. in these five categories, report on higher education finds

However, Canada ranked higher than the U.S. for research (89.4 vs 89), international integration (84 vs 60.4) and academic integrity (100 vs 99.6)

By Ellie Hutchings

Vivek Ramaswamy on track to become Ohio governor with Trump backing

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By Chidanand Rajghatta

Iran war to be over? Trump says Epic Fury will end if Tehran agrees to US demands

However, Trump that if Iran doesn't agree, then the bombing will begin again, and this time, "at a much higher level and intensity" than before.

‘Objectives achieved’: Marco Rubio confirms end of ‘Operation Epic Fury’ as US moves to reopen Strait of Hormuz

As Trump-Xi Summit Draws Near, China Steps Up Iran War Diplomacy

China is not an official mediator in the US-Iran war, but it has played an important role in efforts to de-escalate the conflict.

US and Iran nearing one-page war-ending agreement

Key points include both countries lifting their respective blockades of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the US removing sanctions and Iran committing to a 15-year moratorium on enrichment.

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Iran says safe transit of Strait of Hormuz will be possible with U.S. ending threats

⁠Safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz will be ensured ​with ‌U.S. threats ‌coming to ​an end and new procedures in ⁠place, the Revolutionary ⁠Guard's navy said Wednesday.

US announces phased closure of Peshawar consulate, says operations will shift to Islamabad

The US State Department has announced the phased closure of its consulate in Peshawar, saying it would transfer operations to the embassy in Islamabad, it emerged on Wednesday. “Responsibility for diplomatic engagement with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa will transfer to the US Embassy in Islamabad.  This decision reflects our commitment to the safety of our diplomatic personnel and efficient resource management,” it said in a statement. While our physical presence in Peshawar is changing, the administra...

By none@none.com (News Desk)

US and Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war – reports

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Rubio warns against &apos;destabilizing&apos; acts on Taiwan

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Tuesday against any "destabilizing" actions on Taiwan before a trip to China by US President Donald Trump and called on Beijing also to raise pressure on Iran. Trump is scheduled to pay the first visit of his second term to China next week, a trip he delayed after he led the United States in a joint attack alongside Israel against Iran. Rubio, addressing reporters at the White House, said he was sure that Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping would discu

By The Korea Herald

Iran says safe transit of Strait of Hormuz will be possible with US ending threats

Can a peace deal be agreed between Iran and US?

Both sides want an end to the war but on their terms – and they remain far apart

By The Week UK

Trump says war could end if Iran agrees to proposal

Says, 'If they don’t agree, the bombing starts, and it will be, sadly, at a much higher level and intensity'

By Reuters

China Wants Iran War End, Pushes 'Immediate' Hormuz Reopening During Araghchi Visit Ahead Of Trump-Xi Summit

China Wants Iran War End, Pushes 'Immediate' Hormuz Reopening During Araghchi Visit Ahead Of Trump-Xi Summit Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi is currently in Beijing meeting with his Chinese counterpart, FM Wang Yi, and the timing of the visit sends a resounding message to Washington and the West. The highly anticipated Trump-Xi meeting is still scheduled for next week, expected for May 14-15, though there has been ample speculation the ongoing events of the unpredictable...

By Tyler Durden

Trump warns Iran to reach deal or face 'higher level' of bombing

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran Wednesday, demanding that Tehran agree to a deal to end the war or face a 'higher level' of bombing. 'Assuming Iran agrees to giv...

Iran War: Trump “Pauses” Failed Operation Freedom, Rubio Claims End to Epic Fury With Strait of Hormuz Still Blockaded and Alarms About Real World Damage Rising

Today's Iran war news: Team Trump says it is abandoning Project Freedom and Epic Fury while keeping the damaging blockade and sanctions on.

By Yves Smith

Nigeria, US launch defence working groups as insecurity worsens despite troops, drone support

This was disclosed in a statement issued late Tuesday by Samaila Uba, the spokesperson for Defence Headquarters. The post Nigeria, US launch defence working groups as insecurity worsens despite troops, drone support appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Yakubu Mohammed

U.S. military operation against Iran commenced, says Rubio

The United States has concluded the Operation Epic Fury military operation against Iran and has moved on to a new phase of operations in the Middle East.

New White House ballroom to cost under $400m – Trump

President Trump clarifies the new White House ballroom will cost under $400m due to a major expansion, doubling its original size and quality. Read More: https://punchng.com/2135807-2/

By Punch Newspapers

Trump threatens ‘higher level’ bombing of Iran if deal not agreed

"If they don't agree, the bombing starts, and it will be, sadly, at a much higher level and intensity than it was before," he added. The post Trump threatens ‘higher level’ bombing of Iran if deal not agreed appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

“Relief” for global bonds amid optimism over a US–Iran peace deal

The prospect of a diplomatic solution triggered a strong wave of buying in government bonds worldwide, while falling oil prices led to a decline in yields in the US, Germany, and especially the UK The post “Relief” for global bonds amid optimism over a US–Iran peace deal appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Hungarian Companies Participate in the United States’ Largest Investor Forum

Representatives from nearly a dozen Hungarian companies planning to expand into the U.S. participated in the United States’ largest foreign investor forum, the SelectUSA event, which concluded on Tuesday in Washington. At the SelectUSA forum, which has a history spanning nearly two decades, most U.S. states once again presented investment opportunities to foreign delegations with […] The post Hungarian Companies Participate in the United States’ Largest Investor Forum appeared first on Hungar...

By Hungary Today

China calls for Strait to be reopened ‘as soon as possible’ in Iran talks

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi has called for the Strait of Hormuz to be reopened "as soon as possible" in talks with his Iranian counterpart.

By Emmanuel Tetteh

Trump pauses Hormuz operation as Iran talks advance

Donald Trump has paused the US operation to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, saying talks with Iran have made progress towards a deal to end the war. The US president said Project Freedom would stop for “a short period” after a request from Pakistan and other countries. He said the naval blockade of Iranian ports would remain in force. The move came one day after Washington launched the operation to move stranded commercial vessels through the waterway.