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AI summaryAs a Tuesday deadline set by US President Donald Trump for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz approaches, Tehran has dismissed the ultimatum and vowed to respond 'in kind' to any attacks on its infrastructure. At least 34 people, including six children, have been killed in US-Israeli strikes across Iran, according to Iranian authorities.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has once again extended his deadline for Iran to accept a deal, setting a new ultimatum for Tuesday 8pm Eastern Time. The announcement comes amid escalating threats to destroy Iranian infrastructure, with negotiations reportedly at an impasse and Iran rejecting ceasefire proposals. Multiple regional and international actors continue to push for a diplomatic solution as the conflict enters its sixth week.
AI summaryIran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked an Israeli-linked vessel with a drone in the Strait of Hormuz, causing a major fire. The IRGC also warned that passage through the strait will never be the same for the US and Israel, as it prepares for a new order in the Persian Gulf.
AI summaryBritish police arrested seven people on suspicion of supporting the banned group Palestine Action at a protest near Lakenheath airbase in Suffolk. The protest, organized by Lakenheath Alliance for Peace, was held after reports of a US fighter jet allegedly taking off from the base. The arrests come amid a disputed ban on Palestine Action, which remains in effect pending an appeal.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has issued a new ultimatum to Iran, threatening to destroy its power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday evening. Iran has dismissed the threats, with officials vowing retaliation and regional tensions continuing to escalate.
AI summaryIsrael's High Court of Justice has issued a conditional order requiring the state to explain its policy on protests during wartime, following clashes over anti-war demonstrations in Tel Aviv and other cities. The court has allowed larger gatherings under specific limits, while police and some officials have criticized the ruling. The case highlights tensions between security concerns and freedom of expression during the ongoing conflict with Iran.
AI summaryHamas's armed wing has rejected calls for disarmament, stating it will only discuss the issue after Israel fully implements the first phase of the US-brokered ceasefire. The group's spokesperson called the demands an attempt to continue the war on Gaza, while mediators face a major obstacle in advancing the peace plan.
AI summaryAs the Israel-Iran conflict draws global attention, Gaza's humanitarian crisis worsens, with residents feeling abandoned and aid deliveries further restricted. Sources differ on the causes, but all agree the situation remains dire.
AI summaryUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus on Sunday, pledging security cooperation and discussing food security. The visit is part of Kyiv's broader diplomatic push across the Middle East, offering drone-defense expertise in exchange for support amid its war with Russia.
AI summaryRussian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi discussed the situation in the Persian Gulf and called for de-escalation and a political-diplomatic dialogue. During his trip to China, Lavrov also criticized US and Israeli policies toward Iran, which he blamed for regional tensions.
AI summaryIranian missile and drone attacks have hit critical infrastructure across the Gulf, including energy facilities in the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait, with reports of injuries and damage. Saudi Arabia said it intercepted seven ballistic missiles, while Kuwait recorded drone launches and reported civilian casualties. The strikes are the latest in an escalating conflict following US and Israeli actions against Iran.
AI summaryIranian drones struck Kuwait's oil infrastructure, causing fires and damage at key facilities, while Opec+ met to discuss output amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The attacks, which also affected Bahrain, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, come amid escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions and threats from President Trump.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump's Easter Sunday social media post threatening to bomb Iranian infrastructure drew sharp criticism from Democratic lawmakers, with several calling for his removal via the 25th Amendment. The post, which included profanity and invoked Allah, was described by critics as 'unhinged' and 'disgusting,' while Republicans remained largely silent. The threat comes amid an ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran that has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and rising global oil prices.
AI summaryPope Leo XIV delivered his first Easter blessing as pontiff, urging those with power to unleash wars to choose peace and criticizing global indifference to conflicts. The celebration took place against the backdrop of the ongoing West Asia conflict, which began with U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran in February. The Pope also announced a prayer vigil at the Vatican for April 11 and expressed closeness to the people of Lebanon.
AI summaryA look at the past week's defining images and events, including escalating US-Iran tensions and oil price surges, NASA's first crewed lunar mission in 50 years, Hungary's election ending Viktor Orban's 16-year rule, and a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel.
AI summaryEaster Sunday in Jerusalem's Old City was marked by silence and restricted access to the Holy Sepulchre amid the ongoing Middle East war. Police checkpoints allowed only a small number of worshippers near the church, while the Latin Patriarch was briefly barred on Palm Sunday before being admitted. Reports also describe clashes at Al-Aqsa compound, with commentary from Al Jazeera alleging systematic violations of the Status Quo.
AI summaryPope Leo XIV, in his first Easter celebrations as pontiff, called for an end to global conflicts, invoking Pope Francis' warning against the 'globalization of indifference.' Amid ongoing wars in Iran and Ukraine, he urged the faithful to choose peace over violence, while separate reports noted U.S. diplomatic efforts with Iran.
AI summaryAustralia has received assurances from key Asian fuel exporters—Japan, Singapore and South Korea—that normal fuel supplies will continue despite the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The guarantees come as Australia, which imports about 90% of its refined fuel, faces rising prices and shortages. The government is also diversifying sources and using LNG exports as leverage in negotiations.
AI summarySouth Korea's foreign ministry said Sunday that ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz face differing circumstances, after two Japan-linked vessels passed through the waterway effectively blocked by Iran. The ministry noted that 26 South Korean vessels with 173 sailors remain stranded since late February, while Seoul works with partners to restore safe passage.
AI summaryThe United States is preparing to deploy almost its entire inventory of JASSM-ER stealth cruise missiles to the Iran war, drawing from Pacific and global stockpiles. Over 1,000 such missiles have already been used in the first month of strikes, raising questions about supply constraints and strategic priorities.