Mapping the Strait of Hormuz at near standstill after ceasefire - Reuters

Mapping the Strait of Hormuz at near standstill after ceasefire  Reuters

Tankers urged not to pay toll to Iran for use of strait

Tanker firms are being advised not to pay Iran any levies in return for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Facing Many Crises, Pakistan Tries to End a Big One — in Iran

A nation with a stalled economy, a terrorism problem and two hostile neighbors is set to host the first formal U.S.-Iranian talks since the war began.

By Elian Peltier

Trump Seeks Leverage With Iran as Hormuz, Lebanon Threaten Talks - Bloomberg.com

Trump Seeks Leverage With Iran as Hormuz, Lebanon Threaten Talks  Bloomberg.com

Iran-linked ships dominate Hormuz traffic after ceasefire

At least nine of the 14 or so vessels to have transited chokepoint since the pause in fighting have ties to Tehran

U.S. and Iran want to end the war, but peace talks hinge on these issues

The sides are far apart on Iran’s nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz and the Israeli campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

By Susannah George

Inflation surges to highest level in nearly two years as energy costs spike

Consumer prices in March were up 3.3% from a year ago, the biggest annual increase in nearly two years. Higher gasoline prices tied to the war with Iran accounted for much of the surge.

By Scott Horsley

US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad: What to expect?

US and Iranian delegations are set to meet in Islamabad for peace talks to end six weeks of war.

Hormuz choke point persists as Iran halts oil traffic despite Trump ceasefire

The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed despite a ceasefire deal, with 800 tankers among 3,200 vessels backed up and mariners stranded.

Wells Fargo downgrades Sherwin-Williams because of rising raw materials costs due to Iran conflict

Sherwin-Williams is likely to see its margins squeezed due to the Iran war, which could dent the company's shares in the near future, per Wells Fargo.

US presses Iran as talks gear up in Pakistan under fragile ceasefire

US President Donald Trump on Friday pressed Iran to meet US demands, as Vice-President J.D. Vance travelled to Pakistan to lead high-stakes negotiations seen as a key effort to end the more than month-long Middle East conflict. The talks between the US and Iran, taking place during the agreed two-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan, are expected to begin on Saturday morning in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed that leaders of both countries ha...

By Yuanyue Dang,Dewey Sim

Iran sets 'preconditions' ahead of ceasefire talks as Vance warns Tehran not to 'play' US

Iranian and US delegations headed for Islamabad on Friday ahead of ceasefire negotiations between the two countries that threaten to be derailed by deep disagreements. While Iran said it would only begin talks if ‌Washington accepted its "preconditions", Vice President JD Vance warned Tehran not to "play" the US.

By FRANCE 24

Investors are gloomy about inflation and risk-taking ahead of Saturday’s Iran talks

The economic toll of the Iran conflict is starting to show up at home.

By Joy Wiltermuth

‘We’re loading up the ships’: Trump prepares for more attacks if Iran doesn’t listen in peace talks

Vice President JD Vance will join special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, to conduct peace negotiations with Iran

By Graig Graziosi

Inflation rose in March to the highest rate in 2 years as the Iran war lifted energy prices

The Bureau of Labor Statistics published new consumer price index data, including data on energy and gas. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images The new CPI report showed the inflation rate sped up in March from 2.4% to 3.3%. Economists expected inflation of 3.4% due to higher energy prices. The US-Iran ceasefire isn't reflected in the new report. The effects of the Iran war showed up in the latest US inflation reading. Inflation climbed to the highest rate since May 2024. The consumer price index incr...

Trump says Iran has ‘no cards’ beyond Hormuz control

'The only reason they are alive today is to negotiate,' Trump said on his Truth Social network

By AFP

Without naming Israel, India regrets Lebanon civilian deaths

India expressed deep concern over significant civilian casualties in recent Israeli strikes on Lebanon, following a US-Iran ceasefire. As a UNIFIL contributor, India finds the events disturbing, emphasizing civilian protection and respect for international law. The ceasefire's fragility is highlighted by confusion over Lebanon's inclusion.

By TNN

Iran delegation arrives in Pak as skepticism, preconditions cloud peace talks with US

The upcoming talks would the highest-level meeting between the US and Iran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.

Lebanon heads to historic Israel talks with few hopes except to staunch bloodshed - The Straits Times

Lebanon heads to historic Israel talks with few hopes except to staunch bloodshed  The Straits Times

IRGC commander, Iranian FM Araghchi clash over negotiating team before US-Iran talks - report

The sources shared that IRGC Commander-in-Chief Ahmad Vahidi is attempting to curb the authority of Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Speaker of Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.

Why A US-Iran Ceasefire Hasn't Restored Normalcy In Global Shipping

While delayed vessels have begun moving through the Gulf once again, the maritime community is far from returning to business as usual.

Iran demands Lebanon ceasefire, unfreezing of assets before US peace talks

US President Donald Trump said “the only reason they are alive today is to negotiate” as tensions rise ahead of planned talks with Iran.

Sherwin-Williams, Axalta Coating cut at Wells Fargo as Iran war raises raw materials costs

Iranian delegation lands in Pakistan but says talks with US can't begin without Lebanon ceasefire

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked both sides for agreeing to meet, but said the talks will be hard work.

PM Shehbaz, Starmer seek ‘lasting peace’ as US, Iran set for Islamabad talks

Emphasise ensuring the ceasefire remains in place and creates conditions for lasting peace

By Anadolu Agency

JD Vance leaves for US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan - Arab News

JD Vance leaves for US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan  Arab News

Only Iran "Friendly" Ships Allowed Transit Through Strait, As Tankers Pile Up Near Hormuz, Waiting To Cross

Only Iran "Friendly" Ships Allowed Transit Through Strait, As Tankers Pile Up Near Hormuz, Waiting To Cross Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains largely limited, with transits over the past 24 hours consisting almost exclusively of ships "friendly" to Iran, including Chinese and Russian vessels. Meanwhile, those expecting the ceasefire to unblock Hormuz have actually seen the opposite: traffic through the strait, which ticked up at the weekend, has since slowed further....

By Tyler Durden

Pakistan ramps up security ahead of high-stakes US-Iran talks in Islamabad - Geo News

Pakistan ramps up security ahead of high-stakes US-Iran talks in Islamabad  Geo News

Bangladeshi ship denied passage through Hormuz despite reaching strait - The Daily Star

Bangladeshi ship denied passage through Hormuz despite reaching strait  The Daily Star

Iran sets conditions as Vance warns Tehran not to 'play' US at talks - Naharnet

Iran sets conditions as Vance warns Tehran not to 'play' US at talks  Naharnet

UK’s Starmer meets Qatar Amir, PM-FM in Doha, ending Gulf tour

UK PM Keir Starmer wrapped up a Gulf tour in Qatar, where he reaffirmed support for Doha, backed the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, and highlighted deep defence ties as the UK remains… (The post UK’s Starmer meets Qatar Amir, PM-FM in Doha, ending Gulf tour is from Doha News | Qatar.)

By Asmahan Qarjouli

Iran’s 10-point proposal to form basis of talks with US in Islamabad: Senior diplomat - PressTV

Iran’s 10-point proposal to form basis of talks with US in Islamabad: Senior diplomat  PressTV

Iran plans Strait of Hormuz transit fees to be paid in Iranian currency - thecitizen.co.tz

Iran plans Strait of Hormuz transit fees to be paid in Iranian currency  thecitizen.co.tz