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JD Vance, Steve Witkoff, and Jared Kushner will arrive in Pakistan for a meeting with the Iranian side. Trump has stated his readiness for direct dialogue.
Ship traffic through the strait almost ceased after the US Navy seized an Iranian vessel. Brent oil prices rose to $94.75 due to the threat to the truce.
Mossad and Shin Bet exposed an IRGC network that was preparing explosions on the oil pipeline and Jewish facilities. Azerbaijani law enforcement seized drones and weapons.
An Israeli soldier smashed a statue of Jesus with a sledgehammer in the Lebanese village of Debel. The army called it a violation of values and promised to restore the monument.
The spokesman for the Iranian Foreign Ministry called nuclear assets sacred and ruled out their transfer abroad. Tehran also does not plan new negotiations due to the incident at sea.
Brent crude rose by 7. 9% and gas by 11% after the US Navy's actions in the Strait of Hormuz. Experts predict the price per barrel will rise to $115.
The Israeli Prime Minister stated that efforts in confronting Tehran are not yet complete. The meeting with the President of Argentina took place against the backdrop of a truce with Lebanon.
The destroyer USS Spruance stopped the sanctioned vessel TOUSKA in the Gulf of Oman. US Marines took control of the ship for inspection of its contents.
Zelenskyy announced 10-year agreements with 11 countries on arms export and joint production. Ukraine is also expanding cooperation with EU and Caucasus countries.
Tehran refused to meet due to Washington's excessive demands and a naval blockade. The two-week ceasefire agreement ends this Wednesday.
The Presidents of Ukraine and Finland discussed the situation at the front and diplomatic work with the United States. The parties considered challenges due to the war in Iran and Europe.
Iranian security forces have arrested two foreigners and two locals on suspicion of espionage. They were importing Starlink equipment amid an internet blockade.
Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran's right to a nuclear program despite Trump's pressure. Tehran refuses to hand over enriched uranium until the truce ends.
Fatih Birol proposed a new route for oil exports from Iraq to Turkey. The project is intended to strengthen Europe's energy security and reduce logistical risks.
Due to oil and gas shortages, Pakistan has been gripped by an energy crisis with prolonged blackouts. The country has become a mediator in peace talks in the Middle East.
Shipping has been halted due to Iran's demands to lift restrictions on their ports. The US is considering intercepting tankers to resume oil traffic.
Due to the underproduction of 500 million barrels of oil, the global market lost $50 billion. The Persian Gulf countries and the aviation industry suffered the biggest losses.
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister stated that a meeting is impossible due to Washington's position. Tehran rejects uranium transfer and demands the lifting of sanctions.
The Israeli military destroyed a terrorist cell and an underground shaft in southern Lebanon. The operation was carried out to eliminate a "direct threat to northern communities."
The Pontiff stated that his criticism of "tyrants" was written two weeks before the dispute with Trump. Leo XIV is not interested in further discussions with the president.
In Havana, the parties discussed Cuba's economy and security. This is the first visit of a US government plane since the Obama era, amid Trump's statements about a possible military operation.
The US President gathered officials due to the possible resumption of war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. American troops are preparing to seize ships.
Ukraine calls on the US administration to reinstate sanctions against Russian oil and petroleum products.
The US military is planning raids on tankers and commercial vessels in international waters. The operation aims to increase economic pressure on Tehran.
IATA warns of possible flight cancellations in Europe from late May. The reason for the fuel shortage is the war in the Middle East and the blockade of the strait.
Democrats are outraged by the lifting of sanctions against Russian oil after a massive attack on Ukraine. They call for increased pressure on the Kremlin instead of making concessions.
As a result of Iran's blockade of the strait, two civilian vessels were fired upon. Due to the naval siege of the ports, 23 merchant ships were forced to change their course.
Egypt is cooperating with Pakistan to create a framework agreement between the US and Iran. Efforts are aimed at stabilizing energy markets and security in the region.
Iranian authorities announced military control over the strait due to US actions. Five tankers carrying millions of barrels of oil were forced to change their course.
The US and Iran are preparing for a second round of talks on assets worth over $100 billion. Trump does not plan to exchange funds for enriched uranium.