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Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz faces the biggest challenge of his six-month tenure as protests, roadblocks, and clashes with security forces paralyze the capital and trigger shortages of food, fuel, and medicine. Paz has announced a cabinet reshuffle, salary cuts, and a new law allowing the military to clear roadblocks, while Latin American nations express concern over regional stability.
Cuba faces severe fuel and diesel shortages, leading to power cuts and economic strain. President Trump's characterization of Cuba as a 'failed nation' coincides with an expanded US pressure campaign. The Cuban government is weighing conditional aid from the Trump administration amid ongoing discussions about the US embargo.
The United States has reimposed sanctions on Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on Palestinian territories, days after a federal judge blocked the measures on free-speech grounds. The State Department says the removal was temporary and not a policy change, and the administration intends to keep the sanctions in place if its appeal succeeds.
The United States has waived visa bond requirements for FIFA World Cup ticket holders from 50 countries, provided they have valid tickets and registered via FIFA PASS. The move exempts five African qualifying nations but leaves fans from Iran and Haiti banned, while Senegal and Ivory Coast face partial restrictions.
The Trump administration has publicly renewed a $100 million humanitarian aid offer to Cuba, contingent on 'meaningful reforms,' as the island faces severe blackouts and an economic crisis. Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has said Havana would accept aid delivered per international norms but reiterated that lifting the US blockade would be more effective, while talks continue between the two governments.
Israeli officials have expressed concern that a potential US-Iran agreement being negotiated by the Trump administration may be a 'bad deal' that fails to address key threats such as Tehran's missile program and regional proxies. Jerusalem fears the deal could curb Israel's ability to act against Iranian threats, particularly in Lebanon, and is seeking to influence the negotiations.
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.
In a heated Senate hearing, FBI Director Kash Patel faced questions over a report detailing alleged excessive drinking, which he denied as 'categorically false.' The exchange with Senator Chris Van Hollen highlighted deep partisan divides.
The US military disabled two Iranian-flagged oil tankers attempting to breach a blockade, while Iran launched missiles and drones at the UAE, injuring three people. The UN Security Council is considering a US-drafted resolution that could lead to sanctions or force, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio urges international pressure on Iran. The conflict has raised concerns over global energy supplies through the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Negotiations between Hamas and the Board of Peace over Gaza's disarmament have stalled, with sources describing the gaps as 'almost impossible to bridge.' Israel's security cabinet is set to discuss reviving fighting, while Hamas demands Israeli withdrawal and international guarantees before disarming.
Nearly 30 Democratic lawmakers, led by Rep. Joaquin Castro, have sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio urging the Trump administration to end its longstanding policy of ambiguity and publicly acknowledge Israel’s nuclear weapons program. The request comes amid the ongoing US-Israel military campaign against Iran, with lawmakers arguing that secrecy undermines nonproliferation efforts and increases the risk of nuclear escalation.
Spirit Airlines has shut down after failing to secure a $500m bailout from the Trump administration, citing rising fuel costs from the US-Israeli war on Iran as a key factor. The collapse left about 17,000 employees jobless and thousands of passengers stranded, with refunds partially processed and other airlines stepping in to help.
Spirit Airlines appears closer to a shutdown after a proposed government bailout failed to materialize. The company, which has filed for bankruptcy twice in two years, is struggling with soaring fuel costs and a blocked merger with JetBlue. The Trump administration said it gave the carrier a 'final proposal' for a taxpayer-funded takeover, but no deal has been reached.
The U.S. military-run Civil-Military Coordination Centre near Gaza is reportedly set to be shut by the Trump administration, marking a significant setback for President Trump's Gaza peace plan. The center's responsibilities would be transferred to a U.S.-commanded international security mission, with U.S. troop numbers reduced from around 190 to 40. The Gaza Board of Peace denies the closure, asserting the center remains vital.
Amid conflicting signals from the Trump administration about the end of military operations in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest peace proposal. Meanwhile, Australia announced a $10 billion fuel security package as the economic impact of the war continues to be felt.
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Iran's latest proposal to end the two-month war, rejecting it as 'totally unacceptable' and warning the ceasefire is on 'massive life support.' The proposal, which reportedly defers nuclear talks until after the conflict ends, has failed to meet U.S. demands, according to officials and reports.
The US Department of Defense has signed agreements with seven leading AI companies—including SpaceX, OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft—to deploy their technologies on classified networks. Anthropic was notably excluded following a dispute over safety guardrails for military use.
The Trump administration has told Congress that hostilities with Iran have 'terminated' due to a ceasefire, arguing the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline for congressional approval no longer applies. The claim has drawn sharp criticism from Democrats and legal experts, who dispute the interpretation.
The U.S. Senate has again rejected a Democratic-led war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's military actions against Iran, with three Republicans crossing party lines to support the measure. The vote comes as the administration argues the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Act is paused due to a ceasefire, a claim disputed by critics.
Jerome 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.