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A UN Security Council draft resolution, co-drafted by Gulf states and the US, has gained 112 co-sponsors, demanding Iran halt attacks and ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. The move underscores global concern, though China and Russia have reservations.
Forty House Democrats have expressed 'grave concerns' over the Trump administration's deportation flights, citing allegations of mistreatment and inhumane conditions on ICE charter jets. The lawmakers are demanding the FAA provide a detailed report on all ICE air operations, following an 84% surge in flights this year.
Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has called on the US to accept Tehran's 14-point peace proposal or face repeated failure, following President Trump's rejection of the plan. The ceasefire, in place since April 8, 2026, remains fragile as both sides hold firm, with the US naval blockade and Iran's Hormuz restrictions continuing.
Israeli forces have conducted multiple waves of strikes on Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon over recent days, with reports of 45 targets hit in the past 24 hours. Hezbollah has responded with scores of rockets and drones, leading to tightened security guidelines for northern Israel. The exchanges continue despite a formal ceasefire in effect since April.
Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem reiterated the group's refusal to disarm and its commitment to defend Lebanon, rejecting direct negotiations with Israel. The US condemned his calls for the Lebanese government's overthrow, while analysts assess the potential for civil unrest.
The European Union has dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s proposal that former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder represent Europe in potential peace negotiations. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas called the idea a “trap,” emphasizing that Russia should not choose Europe’s negotiator. Meanwhile, Russian officials and some German voices have defended the proposal, highlighting a stark divide over the path to dialogue.
US President Donald Trump has warned the ceasefire with Iran is on "massive life support" after rejecting Tehran's latest counteroffer to his peace proposal. Iran has responded by saying its military is ready to respond to any aggression, deepening uncertainty about a diplomatic breakthrough.
Fresh Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least four people and wounded eight others, according to Lebanese state media, amid ongoing ceasefire violations. The Israeli military also issued new displacement warnings for towns in the south and east, as Hezbollah claims attacks on Israeli forces. Casualty figures vary between reports, with at least six killed according to one account.
A US-brokered ceasefire in Lebanon, which began on April 16, is increasingly fragile as Israeli attacks have killed hundreds, including medical workers. Lebanese officials report 51 deaths in the past 24 hours, and the UN documents over 100 medics killed since March. Diplomatic efforts continue, with US-hosted talks planned for May 14-15.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called on the United States to pressure Israel to stop attacks and end the occupation of southern Lebanon, urging Washington to mediate as talks between the two countries continue. Reports highlight rising casualties, displacement, and Hezbollah's opposition to negotiations.
The European Council has terminated the partial suspension of a cooperation agreement with Syria, restoring fuller trade ties as the EU seeks to support Syria's economic recovery and stability. The decision follows a meeting between EU foreign ministers and Syria's top diplomat, Asaad al-Shaibani, in Brussels, marking a new chapter in relations 18 months after Bashar al-Assad's ouster. The EU has pledged significant aid and aims to facilitate the return of Syrian refugees.
President Trump has dismissed Iran’s counter-proposal to a US peace plan as “totally unacceptable,” raising tensions amid a fragile ceasefire. Iran warns it will retaliate against US strikes, while the US demands a 20-year enrichment moratorium and Iran offers a shorter timeline, causing oil prices to jump.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a CBS '60 Minutes' interview that the war with Iran is not over until enriched uranium is removed and enrichment sites dismantled. He also discussed weaning Israel off US military aid and acknowledged failures in public diplomacy. US President Donald Trump insisted he won't sign a deal with Iran until its nuclear program is dismantled.
Oil prices have been volatile after President Trump called Iran's response to US peace terms 'totally unacceptable,' only to later signal progress toward an agreement. Brent crude rose sharply, then fell as hopes for a deal emerged, while the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed.
US President Donald Trump has dismissed Iran's latest ceasefire proposal as 'totally unacceptable,' while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted the war will not end until Iran's enriched uranium is removed. The proposal, delivered via Pakistani mediators, demanded an end to the war on all fronts and lifting of sanctions.
Reports indicate growing friction between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the ongoing conflict with Iran, with Trump reportedly disappointed by unmet expectations and Netanyahu asserting full coordination. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth denies that Israel dragged Trump into war, insisting the president has led at every step.
Iran has submitted its response to a US proposal to end the ongoing conflict through Pakistani mediators, according to Iranian state media. The talks are reportedly focused on ending hostilities, with negotiations also addressing the Strait of Hormuz and a possible interim agreement.
Relative calm has returned to the Strait of Hormuz after days of naval clashes, with Washington awaiting Tehran’s response to a US peace proposal. Iran has questioned the seriousness of American diplomacy, while US officials say they expect a reply soon.
Iran's army spokesman says countries imposing sanctions on Iran will face obstacles transiting the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran establishes a 'new legal and security system' in the strategic waterway. The warning comes amid ongoing US-Iran strikes and while Saudi Aramco reports a surge in profits due to higher energy prices.
Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella have met with the German, Israeli, and US ambassadors in recent months, signaling diplomatic engagement with France's far-right National Rally party ahead of the 2027 presidential election. The meetings reflect growing international interest in the party, which is polling strongly but faces legal uncertainty over Le Pen's candidacy.