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President Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ to open the Strait of Hormuz was suspended within a day after Saudi Arabia blocked US military access, prompting Iranian mockery and raising questions about the prospects for peace talks. The plan, which involved US air cover for commercial shipping, collapsed amid lack of consultation and regional tensions.
A Washington Post investigation, as reported by The Jerusalem Post, found that Iranian strikes have damaged or destroyed at least 228 structures and equipment at 15 US military sites across the Middle East. Separately, Al Jazeera reported a CSIS estimate of equipment losses between $2.3 billion and $2.8 billion, while TASS cited unnamed US officials and a New York Times report to describe potential withdrawals and a troop increase.
Rapid Support Forces commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as Hemedti, has declared his forces prepared to continue fighting Sudan's regular army for decades if necessary. The comments follow similar long-term vows from army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and come amid reports of renewed drone strikes, mass displacement, and warnings of institutional collapse. Humanitarian agencies describe a deepening crisis with hundreds of thousands dead and millions facing shortages of food and water.
A Japanese energy expert says the UAE’s withdrawal from OPEC will have a limited effect on oil prices in the short term, given the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The move is seen as beneficial for Japan, but Tokyo’s close ties with Saudi Arabia complicate an open welcome of the decision.
South Korea's state auditor found that KEPCO and KHNP failed to cooperate on nuclear power plant export projects, leading to overlapping expenditures and inefficiencies. In response, the government has announced a new public-private committee to improve coordination and jointly develop export projects, aiming to strengthen the country's position in the global nuclear market.
US forces struck an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman amid ongoing ceasefire tensions, while President Trump pushed for a deal to end the two-month war. Iran denies attacking a South Korean ship and accuses Washington of violating the truce, as diplomatic efforts continue through Pakistani mediation.
President Donald Trump said he has had 'very good talks' with Iran and that a deal is possible before his trip to China, while Tehran reviews a U.S. proposal. The U.S. paused a naval operation in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's leaders have expressed skepticism about the reported progress.
Iran is increasingly relying on aging tankers and improvised containers to store crude oil it cannot export due to the US naval blockade, with analysts warning storage capacity could run out within weeks. The situation has raised concerns about potential production cuts and environmental risks, while Tehran explores overland export routes to bypass the blockade.
Israel has violated the Lebanon ceasefire with a targeted strike on Beirut, while US-Iran tensions escalate with an attack on an Iranian oil tanker and ongoing diplomacy over a potential peace deal.
As Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority prepares its next monthly fuel price review, an explainer breaks down the five components of every litre of fuel and the taxes and levies that make up a significant share. Meanwhile, lawmaker Ndindi Nyoro proposes three measures to bring pump prices below Sh190 per litre, including cutting margins and scrapping VAT on fuel.
Iran reiterates that freedom of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz will only be restored after US and Israeli threats to the Islamic Republic are eliminated. As Washington pauses its escort operation pending talks, Tehran warns ships to use Iranian corridors, while Lithuania conditions its participation in a maritime coalition on a peace deal.
Sudan has recalled its ambassador from Ethiopia amid accusations that Ethiopia and the UAE were behind a drone attack on Khartoum International Airport. Ethiopia dismissed the claims as baseless and accused Sudan of supporting TPLF mercenaries. The escalation marks a new low in relations between the two neighbors amid Sudan's ongoing civil war.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Operation Epic Fury, the US-Israeli offensive against Iran, has concluded after achieving its objectives. However, clashes in the Strait of Hormuz and conflicting claims between Washington, Tehran, and the UAE suggest the ceasefire remains fragile.
South Korea has suspended its review of whether to participate in the US-led 'Project Freedom' naval operation in the Strait of Hormuz, following President Trump's decision to pause the mission. National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac said the review is no longer necessary, while also noting that there is no clear evidence that a South Korean-operated ship was attacked.
A ceasefire between Iran and the US appears to be holding despite missile and drone attacks on vessels and an Emirati port, and US military strikes on Iranian territory. US officials say the truce remains in effect, while Iran's foreign minister warns both the US and UAE against being dragged into a quagmire.
The HMM Namu, a Panama-flagged bulk carrier operated by South Korean shipping firm HMM Co., was towed to Dubai on Friday after an explosion and fire in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday. All 24 crew members, including six South Koreans, are safe. The cause remains unclear amid conflicting claims from U.S. officials and South Korean authorities.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held phone calls with Qatari and UAE counterparts in late April and May, focusing on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides stressed the need for diplomatic solutions and warned against resuming hostilities, while also discussing bilateral cooperation and a forthcoming trade agreement.
As the UAE leaves OPEC and Iran attacks a key petroleum site, the global oil market faces unprecedented volatility. US energy exports hit record highs while the Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens, prompting a potential acceleration towards renewables.
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.
UAE aviation authorities have issued fresh warnings to foreign air carriers about operational risks, requiring risk assessments and no-objection confirmations for flights to and from the country. The measures, provisionally valid until June 6, include a partial closure of airspace with four designated corridors, as reported by TASS.