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.

Pakistan Says It Helped Transfer Iranian Crew From Ship That U.S. Seized

Describing the transfer of the crew from the MV Touska cargo ship back to Iran as a ‘confidence-building measure’ between U.S. and Iranian officials, Pakistan again plays a mediating role.

By Elian Peltier and Dan Watson

Why Markets Think the US Is Winning the Blockade - Bloomberg.com

Why Markets Think the US Is Winning the Blockade  Bloomberg.com

Trump Has an IRA to Sell You - WSJ

Trump Has an IRA to Sell You  WSJ

FirstFT: US to ‘guide’ ships out of Hormuz, says Trump

Also in today’s newsletter: Airlines slash 2mn seats and EU urged to adapt to economic shifts

'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.

Middle East crisis live: tanker hit by ‘projectiles’ in strait of Hormuz after Trump says US will help ‘guide’ stranded ships

Trump warns any interference with US operation in Hormuz will ‘have to be dealt with forcefully’ while providing few details about how the plan will work Trump says US navy will ‘guide’ trapped ships from strait of Hormuz amid ‘very positive’ talks with Iran A tanker reported being hit by “unknown projectiles” in the strait of Hormuz soon after Donald Trump announced the US would help trapped ships through the waterway. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations agency said all crew were ...

By Adam Fulton

2 US service members missing after military exercises in Morocco

Two U.S. service members are missing in southwestern Morocco after taking part in annual multinational military exercises in the North African country, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) said.

By The Associated Press

Crew of Iranian ship siezed by US forces evacuated to Pakistan, gov’t says

Twenty-two crew members from the seized Iranian ship MV Touska have been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation.

United Arab Emirates plans AI-run government within two years

The UAE says it plans to deploy agentic AI across 50% of government operations in two years, making one of the most aggressive moves in the global AI race.

Europe believes Russia could attack within the next two years while Trump is in power – Politico

The European Union fears that Russia could attempt to test NATO within the next two years, while Donald Trump remains in office and before the EU has strengthened its military capabilities.

By Ivanna Kostina,Iryna Balachuk

US transfers crew of seized Iranian ship to Pakistan

Pakistan's Foreign Ministry said that the "confidence-building measure" was supported by both sides.

What to know about US military presence in Europe as Trump seeks troop drawdown

US President Donald Trump's abrupt decision to withdraw thousands of US troops from Germany has focused attention on a decades-old pillar of US strategy in Europe, reigniting debate on how far Washington might be willing to pull back from its traditional security role on the continent. Here's a look at America's current military deployment in Europe and the possible implications of Trump's move.

By FRANCE 24

Oil prices hold steady after Trump says US to help ships leave Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices flatlines in Asia as US launches effort to free ships from Strait of Hormuz

By Reuters

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

Young men are souring on Donald Trump

But can Democrats win them over?

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

Oil slips after Trump says US will assist ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz

NATO's Rutte: Europeans are ensuring agreements with US on military bases are implemented

Rutte also said "more and more" European nations were pre-positioning assets such as minehunters and minesweepers close to the Gulf to be ready for a "next phase".

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.

Canada joins European summit in Armenia as leaders confront security challenges

European leaders are gathering in the Armenian capital Yerevan, alongside Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, seeking to steady their footing in an increasingly fraught geopolitical landscape shaped in no small part by an unpredictable White House.

By RFI

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

Christidoulides attends EU-Armenia summit in Yerevan

President Nikos Christodoulides has arrived in the Armenian capital Yerevan to attend the first-ever EU-Armenia summit on Monday. “United by shared values and a commitment to international law and the rules-based international order, this milestone will mark an important investment in peace, security, connectivity and prosperity in the South Caucasus,” said European Council President Antonio Costa, […]

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".

NATO chief says Europeans have 'gotten message' from Trump on defence

European auto stocks in focus after Trump tariff move; Continental, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen slip

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.

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

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

Pakistan facilitates transfer of 22 Iranian crew members from seized ship MV Touska: FO

Iranian ship will also be backloaded to Pakistani territorial waters for return to its original owners after repairs

By Web Desk

US repatriates 22 Iranian crew through Pakistan in goodwill gesture

The 22 Iranian crew of a U.S.-seized vessel were repatriated through Pakistan Monday, in what Islamabad described as a 'confidence-building measure' by Washington amid its fragile...

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

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

Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships - The Daily Star

Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships  The Daily Star

Blue Cities Across The US Are Spiraling Into Financial Collapse

Blue Cities Across The US Are Spiraling Into Financial Collapse Many people are familiar with the "blue state exodus" over the past several years, but are they aware of the blue city business exodus?  It might be one of the biggest economic stories in modern US history, and Democrats are trying to keep it as quiet as possible.  There is a blood letting going on in blue cities; a financial disaster in the making.  And, like most financial disasters, it will probably be ignored un...

By Tyler Durden

Zelensky arrives at European Political Community summit

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

US resumes visa processing for Nigerian, other foreign doctors – Report

The US has resumed visa processing for Nigerian and other foreign doctors, reversing a previous policy to help address a growing healthcare worker shortage Read More: https://punchng.com/us-resumes-visa-processing-for-nigerian-other-foreign-doctors-report/

By Punch Newspapers

Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships

"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 said in a Truth Social post, noting operations would begin on Monday. The post Iran warns of ceasefire violation as US plans to escort Hormuz ships appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Destroyers, 100 fighter jets and 15,000 troops: How “Operation Freedom” for the Strait of Hormuz will be implemented, as announced by Donald Trump

“We will consider it a violation of the ceasefire,” Iran warned — Axios, the The Wall Street Journal and CNN report the first details of the operation announced by Donald Trump The post Destroyers, 100 fighter jets and 15,000 troops: How “Operation Freedom” for the Strait of Hormuz will be implemented, as announced by Donald Trump appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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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

Top US diplomat Rubio to meet with Pope Leo on Thursday, source says

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to travel to Italy this week to meet with Pope ​Leo, a Vatican source said on Sunday.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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