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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer concluded a Gulf tour focused on shoring up the fragile US-Iran ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, warning there is 'a lot of work to do.' He also defended NATO's relevance to US interests, pushed back on Trump's threats to leave the alliance, and voiced firm opposition to any tolling of the strait.
A fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, but experts warn that oil prices and global energy markets will take years to recover. Logistical bottlenecks, damaged infrastructure, and soaring insurance costs continue to keep the crisis alive.
FIFA has launched disciplinary proceedings against Spain's football federation after Spanish fans directed anti-Muslim chants at Egypt during a friendly. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation from players, officials, and the government, and has renewed scrutiny of racism in Spanish football.
The Pentagon has said US forces are 'maximally postured' to restart combat operations against Iran if a two-week ceasefire expires without a deal, as President Trump warned of renewed bombing. Talks in Islamabad, mediated by Pakistan, have so far failed to yield an agreement, with Washington maintaining a naval blockade and Tehran proposing a 10-point plan.
Pakistan announced that the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, effective immediately, with a follow-up round of talks scheduled in Islamabad. The announcement has been met with both cautious optimism and disputes over the scope of the agreement, particularly regarding Lebanon. Iran has welcomed the ceasefire while affirming its participation in peace talks.
Hours after the US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire, several Gulf nations reported missile and drone attacks on their territories. Saudi Arabia also said its oil production capacity had been reduced by about 600,000 barrels per day due to attacks on energy facilities, while restoring key pipelines.
A two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has led to a drop in oil prices and a rebound in global equities, according to multiple reports. However, conflicting statements from the White House about the status of the Strait of Hormuz have raised questions about the deal's durability and its impact on energy markets.
The United States and Iran have agreed to a conditional two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, halting 40 days of US-Israeli attacks on Iran. The deal, which includes the temporary reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, comes hours after President Trump threatened to obliterate Iranian 'civilisation'. Both sides claim victory, but disagreements over the deal's scope, particularly regarding Lebanon, and dueling versions of Iran's 10-point proposal cast doubt on the truce's durability.
Following a US-Iran ceasefire, South Korea has vowed to ensure the safe passage of its vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, with seven oil tankers carrying essential crude still stranded. Despite the truce, shipping remains largely disrupted, prompting Seoul to explore alternative routes and maintain close monitoring of oil supply conditions.
Oil prices fell sharply and global stock markets surged after US President Donald Trump agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, easing fears of a prolonged disruption to energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the initial relief, concerns remain over the fragility of the truce, with oil prices later rebounding amid renewed tensions.
According to a Ukrainian intelligence assessment reviewed by Reuters, Russian satellites have conducted detailed imagery surveys of military sites across West Asia, potentially aiding Iranian strikes on U.S. forces and other targets. The report also alleges collaboration between Russian and Iranian hackers, with multiple sources corroborating intense Russian satellite activity in the region.
The United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire shortly before a US deadline expired, with Tehran accepting temporary safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and military leaders mediated the pause, with talks planned in Islamabad. Both sides have framed the truce as progress while differing on longer-term terms including control of the waterway.
US President Donald Trump agreed to suspend bombing and attacks on Iran for two weeks, less than two hours before his deadline, following a request from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The ceasefire is conditioned on Iran fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and both sides have credited Pakistan's mediation. Details remain contested, including the scope of the ceasefire and the terms of Hormuz transit.
President Trump threatened that 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by an 8 p.m. deadline, but later announced a two-week ceasefire and talks in Islamabad. The threat drew widespread criticism, including from Jewish groups and Senate Democrats, while Pakistan requested a deadline extension.
Iranian officials have called on young people to form human chains around power plants as a US deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz approaches. The move comes amid threats of strikes on civilian infrastructure, with President Masoud Pezeshkian saying over 14 million Iranians have volunteered to defend the country.
Iranian officials have urged young people to form human chains around power plants and other infrastructure amid a U.S. deadline set by President Donald Trump for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Reports describe air strikes in Iran, reciprocal fire toward Israel and Saudi Arabia, and statements from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on volunteer numbers. Coverage across outlets highlights both the symbolic protests and warnings from world leaders about potential war crimes.
According to reports from Axios and The Wall Street Journal, the US military has prepared target lists for potential strikes on Iranian energy and transportation infrastructure. President Trump has extended the deadline for a deal with Iran, while US and Israeli airstrikes have reportedly hit bridges in northwestern Iran.
OPEC+’s eight leading producers will increase their collective oil output cap by 100,000 barrels per day in May, according to TASS calculations based on OPEC data. The decision follows a meeting at which the group approved a 206,000 bpd rise from April levels, while Kazakhstan and Oman must compensate for past overproduction. The next meeting is set for May 3.
Experts and UN officials say President Trump's threats to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure could constitute war crimes under international law. While Trump and his UN ambassador argue such attacks are justified due to dual-use purposes, legal scholars warn of severe violations and the dilemma facing US military officers.
Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik will travel to Kazakhstan, Oman, and Saudi Arabia to discuss securing crude oil and naphtha supplies as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed amid the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. The trip underscores South Korea's urgent efforts to diversify energy sources and stabilize domestic markets, with gasoline prices surpassing 2,000 won per liter and shortages appearing in daily goods.