China voices concern over US seizure of Iranian cargo ship, urges further talks - Reuters

China voices concern over US seizure of Iranian cargo ship, urges further talks  Reuters

US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines despite Washington's focus on Iran - AP News

US and allied forces kick off combat drills with Philippines despite Washington's focus on Iran  AP News

Oil prices rise after Trump says Iranian ship seized

Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February.

Iran Wavers on Peace Talks as Tensions Rise After US Seizes Ship - Bloomberg.com

Iran Wavers on Peace Talks as Tensions Rise After US Seizes Ship  Bloomberg.com

European Gas Prices Gain Amid Conflicting Signals on Hormuz - WSJ

European Gas Prices Gain Amid Conflicting Signals on Hormuz  WSJ

Oil rebounds as Iran threatens to retaliate for US attack on cargo ship

Hopes for peace deal fade amid uncertainty over possible talks in Pakistan this week

US and Iran in diplomatic deadlock and naval escalation as ceasefire nears expiration

Donald Trump announced the dispatch of a US delegation to Islamabad for new talks with Tehran, which refuses to confirm its participation.

European stock markets fall and oil and gas prices jump 5% as strait of Hormuz ‘chaos’ worries investors – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Tehran has ‘no plans to participate’ in new talks, state media reports, as it accuses US of violating ceasefire Energy producers are benefitting from the jump in the oil and gas price. BP (+2.7%) and Shell (+2.4%) are leading the FTSE 100 risers. Continue reading...

By Graeme Wearden

Peace talks in doubt as U.S. seizes Iranian ship

President Trump said a U.S. delegation will head to Pakistan to resume talks to end the war with Iran, but Tehran expressed reluctance after the U.S. seized one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

By NPR Staff

Distress call captures tanker under fire as Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz and more top headlines

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Iran war: What is happening on day 52 of the US-Israeli conflict?

Islamabad talks in limbo as Iran says it will retaliate after US marines capture an Iranian ship near Strait of Hormuz.

Iran refuses to join second round of US talks announced by Trump

Tehran says it will not join talks with the US, citing violations of agreements and renewed threats from Donald Trump.

By Iryna Kutielieva,STANISLAV POHORILOV

European stocks set to slump as Gulf tanker attacks threaten ceasefire

European stocks are expected to start the new trading week on a somber note as traders assess a re-acceleration in U.S.-Iran tensions.

Premarket: Oil jumps, stocks pull back as Mideast ceasefire hangs in the balance - The Globe and Mail

Premarket: Oil jumps, stocks pull back as Mideast ceasefire hangs in the balance  The Globe and Mail

Can a US-governed ‘Pax Silica’ hub turn Philippines into a chip powerhouse?

The United States is planning to build an “economic security zone” in the Philippines to counter China’s dominance in critical technologies. The 4,000-acre (1,619-hectare) hi-tech industrial hub will reportedly be the first of its kind in the world, operating under US common law despite being on Philippine soil. Washington says it will be the first “AI-native investment acceleration hub” developed under the US-led Pax Silica initiative, a framework aimed at mobilising allied economies around...

By Sam Beltran

Iran war: 'No plans' for fresh peace talks, Tehran says

Pakistan is preparing to host a second round of negotiations, but doubts remain as to whether they will take place, after the US seizure of an Iranian cargo ship. DW has the latest.

Peace talks clouded by uncertainty after US seizes Iranian ship

Concerns grew on Monday that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran might collapse after the U.S. said it had seized an Iranian cargo ship that tried to run its blockade and Iran vowed to retaliate. Efforts to build a more lasting peace in the region also appeared under threat, as Iran said it would not participate in a second round of negotiations that the ​US had hoped to ‌kick off before the ceasefire expires.

By FRANCE24

How daring US raid of Iranian tanker unfolded in six-hour standoff in the Strait of Hormuz

Marines stormed the ship after ‘blowing a hole in the engine room’ of the commercial vessel

By Maira Butt

China voices concern over US seizure of Iranian cargo ship, urges further talks

Is Hormuz still operational? How gunfire, vessel seizure are testing the Iran-US ceasefire

The Strait of Hormuz faces severe disruption after a weekend of escalations, including ships coming under gunfire and a US seizure of an Iranian vessel. Commercial movement is chaotic, with vessels reversing course or drifting amid conflicting instructions. This directly confronts the fragile ceasefire, pushing the vital energy corridor to the brink.

By TOI World Desk

China voices concern over US seizure of Iranian cargo ship, urges further talks - The Straits Times

China voices concern over US seizure of Iranian cargo ship, urges further talks  The Straits Times

Who was Erfan Faraji? Trump’s heartfelt letter to family of teen killed in Iran, ‘I promise never to…’

Majid Moghadasi, mourning his nephew Erfan Faraji's death in Iran, received condolences from President Trump.

John Oliver Mocks Trump for Calling Pope “Weak on Crime”: “OK, But Who Gives a Sh**?”

"Trump seems to be on an epic run of picking losing fights," the 'Last Week Tonight' host said on Sunday's show.

By Kimberly Nordyke

Expert Explains: What plagues India-Turkey relations, and why a reset may be of common interest

By Omair Anas

Philippines, US launch drills near Taiwan, test readiness under real-world conditions

Launching the exercises, Philippine armed forces chief Romeo Brawner said their purpose was to reaffirm the strength of their alliance and their responsibility to secure the region.

The world is learning how to work around America

The Iran ceasefire has exposed the limits of American power, as the United States was forced to rely on others to contain a crisis of its own making.

Uncertainty prevails over Iran’s participation in Islamabad talks with US

Uncertainty prevailed on Monday over whether the United States and Iran would hold a second round of direct talks in Islamabad, as mixed signals emerged from the leadership in Tehran amid intensifying tensions with Washington. Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said Tehran has yet to decide on whether to attend the next round of talks with the US. His statement came after Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said earlier today that Tehran was continuing negotiat...

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US warship passes through Malacca Strait, Indonesian Navy says

A United States warship passed through the Strait of Malacca over the weekend, the Indonesian Navy said on Monday, adding that the transit through the major sea route was in accordance with international law. The warship passed through the strait, which borders Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, on Saturday, April 18, Indonesian Navy spokesperson First Admiral […]

Opinion: Opinion | Is Cuba The Next White House Misadventure?

On Monday, president Donald Trump said that the US may "stop by Cuba" when finished with Iran.

US Navy seizes an Iranian-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz and Tehran vows swift response - 毎日新聞

US Navy seizes an Iranian-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz and Tehran vows swift response  毎日新聞

Oil prices jump and Wall Street slides with US, Iran clashing in the Strait of Hormuz

Since the start of the Iran war, US market sentiments have swung wildly, with a start to the earnings reporting season for big US companies helping to support stocks.

Markets misreading Iran risk as rally signal despite escalation threat, BCA’s Gertken says- CNBC interview

Milan stock market slides amid Iran war uncertainty

(ANSA) - ROME, APR 20 - The Milan stock exchange was down by 1.1% in early trading on Monday amid uncertainty about the Iran war ceasefire after the United States seized an Iranian cargo ship. The share price of auto group Stellantis was down 1.4% and the stocks of several banks registered big declines too, with Intesa falling 1.6%, Unicredit 1.2% and Bper 0.9%. The rise in oil prices sparked by the renewed tension pushed up energy stocks, with Eni gaining 2.6% and Saipem's stock climbing 1.9...

By ANSA

Etla: Finland too dependent on China and US as globalisation fades

In 2024, nearly 38 percent of Finland's imported products considered vulnerable came from China, according to the Research Institute of the Finnish Economy.

Rappler Recap: PH, US open ‘biggest’ Balikatan drills yet 

What makes this year’s drills the biggest and what are soldiers from seven countries training for, exactly?

By Bea Cupin, Rappler.com

Angara bolsters aid for teachers amid Middle East tensions

ROXAS CITY, Capiz — Amid rising global oil prices driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Department of Education (DepEd) has reiterated its existing mechanisms designed to protect the welfare of public school teachers against the worsening financial crisis. Due to inflation and the rising cost of living, many teachers are facing challenges

By cavendano

China warns US, Japan, Philippines against ‘playing with fire’ over joint drills

Thousands of American and Philippine troops, joined for the first time by a significant contingent of Japanese forces, began annual military exercises Monday set against the backdrop of the Middle East war. The war games will feature live-fire exercises in the north of the Philippines facing the Taiwan Strait, as well as a province off […]

By AFP

Gold prices in Dubai drop over Dh5 per gram amid rising US-Iran tensions - Khaleej Times

Gold prices in Dubai drop over Dh5 per gram amid rising US-Iran tensions  Khaleej Times

China says ‘concerned’ over US intercepting Iranian ship in Strait of Hormuz

Beijing flags risks to global trade after US boards Iranian vessel in Gulf waters

By Reuters

Iran War: Talks Kiboshed, U.S. Seizes Iranian Tanker, Leaks Confirm Mad King Claims

Leaks from White House insiders reveal Trump kept out of situation room in key moments of war. Iran won't be going to more talks.

By Nat Wilson Turner

Mideast cease-fire hangs by thread as US captures Iranian vessel

Fears grew Monday that the U.S.-Iran truce could collapse after Washington said it seized an Iranian cargo ship attempting to breach its blockade and Tehran vowed to retaliate. Ef...

Iran foreign ministry says US not serious about pursuing diplomacy

Iran’s foreign ministry states the US is not serious about US-Iran diplomacy, citing ceasefire violations, attacks, and naval blockades. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-foreign-ministry-says-us-not-serious-about-pursuing-diplomacy/

By Punch Newspapers

Iran foreign ministry says US not serious about pursuing diplomacy

Iran's foreign ministry said Monday that the United States was not serious about pursuing diplomacy, citing what it called "violations" of their two-week ceasefire. The post Iran foreign ministry says US not serious about pursuing diplomacy appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Tehran vows retaliation after US seized Iranian cargo ship in Gulf of Oman - rudaw.net

Tehran vows retaliation after US seized Iranian cargo ship in Gulf of Oman  rudaw.net

Etla: Finland faces trade risk from reliance on China imports

Finland faces rising exposure to global trade disruption due to heavy reliance on imports from China, with lithium-ion batteries identified as a key point of concern, according to a new report published on Monday. The Research Institute of the Finnish Economy said nearly 38 per cent of Finland’s imports classified as vulnerable came from China in 2024. The study forms part of a wider Nordic comparison examining how supply chains respond to geopolitical shifts and trade barriers.

Iran Refuses New Talks After US Seized Iranian Ship Near Hormuz

Tensions between the US and Iran increased sharply this weekend after American forces seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. The post Iran Refuses New Talks After US Seized Iranian Ship Near Hormuz appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Sara Zouiten

Iran military vows to 'soon respond' after US destroyer hits cargo ship - Naharnet

Iran military vows to 'soon respond' after US destroyer hits cargo ship  Naharnet

The insider trading suspicions looming over Trump’s presidency

Throughout US President Donald Trump's second term in office, traders have been betting millions of dollars just before he makes major announcements.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

President Trump says US representatives heading to Islamabad, will be ‘there tomorrow evening for negotiations’ with Iran - phnompenhpost.com

President Trump says US representatives heading to Islamabad, will be ‘there tomorrow evening for negotiations’ with Iran  phnompenhpost.com

Battlefield has spoken: Trump wants an off-ramp – concessions to Iran are the only way out - PressTV

Battlefield has spoken: Trump wants an off-ramp – concessions to Iran are the only way out  PressTV