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AI summaryIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that the US naval blockade of Iran is contrary to regional interests and will not help Washington achieve its objectives. He emphasized that security in the Persian Gulf can only be achieved through regional cooperation, while also accusing the US and Israel of causing instability.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump announced the US is reviewing a possible reduction of troops in Germany, days after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized Washington's approach to Iran. The US maintains more than 36,000 active-duty troops in Germany, its largest contingent in Europe.
AI summaryThe Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index fell sharply on Thursday, dropping as much as 4,786 points intraday before paring losses. Rising global oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and concerns over the cost of doing business kept investors cautious, according to reports from Dawn.
AI summaryRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran has had a profoundly negative impact on the Caspian Sea, condemning strikes on the Iranian port of Bandar-e Anzali. The statements follow Iranian appeals to regional bodies to condemn the attacks, which have also raised concerns over trade, ecology, and regional stability.
AI summarySeoul stocks fell more than 1 percent on Thursday, ending a three-day winning streak, as investors locked in gains following a sharp rise in oil prices and lingering Middle East tensions. The KOSPI closed at 6,598.87, down 92.03 points, after touching a fresh all-time high earlier in the session.
AI summaryJerome Powell will remain on the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors after his term as chair ends May 15, a move that blocks President Trump from immediately naming a successor and has intensified their long-running feud. Powell used his final press conference to underscore the importance of central bank independence, while Trump criticized his decision and has already nominated Kevin Warsh to take over the top role.
AI summaryIn a series of phone calls and public statements, Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump discussed a May 9 ceasefire in Ukraine, a possible visit to Moscow, and Putin's offer to help with Iran's enriched uranium. Trump prioritized ending the war in Ukraine, while both leaders expressed optimism about a settlement.
AI summaryPresident Trump said new US strikes on Iran depend on ongoing negotiations, while Tehran warns it is prepared for any scenario and could expand the conflict beyond the Middle East if attacked again. Washington’s counterterrorism strategy signals continued military pressure, even as diplomatic efforts remain stalled.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call lasting over 90 minutes, discussing the wars in Iran and Ukraine. Trump suggested a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine, while Putin warned of dire consequences if force is used again in Iran and offered help with Iran's enriched uranium. The call was described as 'frank and businesslike'.
AI summaryFederal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced he will remain as a governor after his term as chair ends on May 15, citing 'unprecedented' legal attacks from the Trump administration. The Senate Banking Committee has approved Kevin Warsh as his replacement, while the Justice Department has dropped an investigation into Powell but left the door open to reopening it.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump told Russian President Vladimir Putin that a deal to resolve the conflict in Ukraine is within reach, according to Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov. Kremlin officials have cautioned that a settlement is a long and complex process, while Trump has also expressed confidence that Putin wants the conflict settled.
AI summaryPresident Trump acknowledged ongoing differences with European nations over Ukraine, while also criticizing NATO's role and Biden-era funding. His remarks, reported by TASS, highlight a transatlantic rift as the conflict continues.
AI summaryKing Charles III and Queen Camilla laid flowers at the 9/11 Memorial in New York on Wednesday, meeting families of victims and first responders. The visit, part of a four-day state visit marking the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, occurred amid reported tensions between Britain and the U.S. over Iran.
AI summaryRussian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone conversation described by the Kremlin as frank and businesslike, agreeing to stay in touch personally and through aides. The call, the 12th since Trump returned to office, also touched on economic and energy cooperation.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has warned Iran to 'get smart soon' and capitulate on nuclear talks, as the US naval blockade continues to pressure Tehran's economy. Reports indicate Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and oil prices have soared amid the impasse.
AI summaryIran’s currency has plunged to a record low of more than 1.81 million rials to the US dollar on the open market, as a US naval blockade and sanctions continue to disrupt oil exports and trade. The UN has meanwhile condemned a sweeping crackdown in Iran, reporting at least 21 executions and more than 4,000 detentions since the war began.
AI summaryAccording to reports from The Economist and Financial Times, the impending departure of Hungary's Viktor Orban has revealed deeper European doubts about Ukraine's EU accession. France and Germany are reportedly reluctant to offer fast-track membership, with Germany proposing an associate status instead. Meanwhile, Ukraine's NATO prospects seem effectively dead, as both former President Biden and current President Trump have opposed the idea.
AI summaryAt a White House state dinner, US President Donald Trump said Iran has been 'militarily defeated' and claimed King Charles III agrees Iran must not have a nuclear bomb. Meanwhile, a US official reported Trump's dissatisfaction with Iran's latest proposal, and the UAE announced its withdrawal from OPEC+.
AI summaryAt a White House state dinner, King Charles and President Trump hailed UK-US ties, though Trump claimed the monarch agreed with him on Iran's nuclear weapons. The visit, marked by stark policy differences, included a historic address to Congress and pointed calls for continued support for Ukraine.
AI summaryAccording to The Wall Street Journal, President Trump has ordered preparations for a prolonged naval blockade of Iran, believing it less risky than resuming strikes or ending the conflict. The move comes amid a fragile ceasefire, rising oil prices, and internal administration divisions over economic and political fallout.