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Iran Imposes Up to $2 Million Toll on Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz, Potentially Generating Billions

Iran has begun charging some commercial vessels up to $2 million per voyage to pass through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, effectively establishing an informal toll on one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints as the US-Iran war disrupts global oil flows and shipping routes.

International Business Times

‘Man who ran Strait of Hormuz’: Iran navy commander Alireza Tangsiri killed in Israeli strike

Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri head of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, has been killed in an Israeli strike in the southern port city of Bandar Abbas, according to Israeli media reports citing an unnamed official.

The Times of India

US-Iran War Enters Day 27 as Tehran Rejects Talks, Trump Pushes 15-Point Plan

The conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran stretched into its 27th day Thursday with Iranian officials firmly rejecting U.S. overtures for negotiations while President Donald Trump touted a 15-point peace proposal and warned of escalated strikes if Tehran does not accept what Washington calls military defeat.

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Lebanese fear another occupation as Israel threatens to use Gaza tactics in the south

Israel is trading fire with Hezbollah, calling for mass evacuations and sending ground troops deeper into Lebanon

The Independent UK

(VIDEO) Ukrainian Drone Strike Damages Russian Project 23550 Arctic Patrol Ship Purga at Vyborg Shipyard

Ukrainian forces struck a Russian Project 23550 icebreaking patrol ship named Purga while it was under construction at the Vyborg Shipyard in Russia's Leningrad region on the night of March 24-25, 2026, causing the vessel to list heavily to port and collide with a nearby ship, according to Ukrainian military…

International Business Times

Is Kuwait International Airport Open Today? Airport Remains Closed Due To Drone Attack By Iran

Kuwait International Airport (KWI) is not open for regular commercial passenger operations today, with all civilian flights suspended indefinitely due to ongoing security threats and damage from multiple Iranian drone strikes, including a fresh attack on a fuel tank that sparked a fire on March 25, authorities and aviation officials…

International Business Times

Pentagon prepares for massive "final blow" of Iran war

Multiple scenarios under consideration involve thousands of boots on the ground.

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Bab al-Mandeb: How the 'Gate of Tears' may emerge as Iran’s second choke point after Hormuz

Iran has issued a stern warning, threatening to disrupt the vital Bab al-Mandeb Strait if the US and Israel attempt a ground invasion of Iranian territory, including Kharg Island. This move, coupled with existing control over the Strait of Hormuz, could significantly escalate economic disruption. Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen are…

The Times of India

Iran war has raised risk of attack in Britain, top terror chief warns

‘I think it would be very surprising if the events in the Middle East didn’t have an impact on the UK’ - Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor

Evening Standard

'They’ll get mowed down': Did Trump reject Netanyahu’s plan to urge Iranians to protest?

US president Trump reportedly rejected Israeli prime minister Netanyahu's proposal for a joint public call for Iranians to protest, fearing high civilian casualties. While Israel prioritizes fostering an uprising, the US views regime change as a secondary outcome. This divergence emerged after Israeli strikes targeting key Iranian security figures, aimed…

The Times of India

Iran Rejects US Peace Plan via Pakistan, Sets 5 Conditions to End War Including Strait of Hormuz Control

US-Iran tensions escalate as Iran rejects a ceasefire proposal, demanding control over the Strait of Hormuz and war reparations. Learn how this impacts global oil supply and market stability.

International Business Times UK

West facing ‘war on two fronts’, Starmer warns at defence summit

The Prime Minister is attending the Joint Expeditionary Force leaders’ summit in Finland.

Evening Standard

'It was already open': Pakistan’s Khawaja Asif jabs US’ ‘shifted war goal’ on Strait of Hormuz

NEW DELHI: Pakistan defence minister Khawaja Asif took a jibe at the United States and Israel, saying that the goal of their war against Iran has “shifted to reopening the Strait of Hormuz."

The Times of India

Gulf states 'losing patience' with Iran, could join US-Israel war against Tehran: Report

Iran’s Gulf neighbours are weighing the possibility of joining the United States-Israeli war against the Islamic Republic but could be pushed further into entering the conflict if Tehran follows through on its threats to target their critical infrastructure, according to people familiar with the situation.

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The Guardian - UK

Thursday briefing: Why most Israelis back the conflict with Iran, even as international support wanes

In today’s newsletter: This new war has exposed widening fractures between Israel and its allies, and the country finds itself increasingly out of step with global opinion

The Independent UK

Iran and US harden positions as Tehran keeps grip on Strait of Hormuz

Iran and the United States hardened their positions as diplomacy aimed at reaching a ceasefire in the war appeared to be faltering

The Times of India

US-Iran mediation: JD Vance might visit Pakistan over weekend to talk it out with Tehran

US vice president JD Vance might visit Pakistan this week for crucial talks aimed at de-escalating the Middle East conflict with Iran. This potential visit, part of backchannel diplomacy, follows indications that Iran prefers negotiating through Vance. Pakistan has offered to host these sensitive discussions, even as the US maintains…

The Independent UK

The Latest: Trump says Iran is eager to make deal after Tehran dismisses his ceasefire plan

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that a deal to end the Iran war is near, after Tehran dismissed his 15-point ceasefire plan and issued its own sweeping demands to stop fighting as it launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries

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The Independent UK

Iran war deflects attention from Ukraine as an emboldened Russia starts spring offensive

The Iran war has deflected global attention from Russia’s all-out invasion of its neighbor Ukraine as Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II enters its fifth year and an emboldened Kremlin undertakes a spring offensive

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Blasts heard in southern Beirut – as it happened

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'Will ⁠attack ⁠infrastructure': Iran on reports that 'enemies' preparing to occupy island with help from 'regional' country

Iran warns of potential island seizure by "enemy countries" with regional support, vowing "relentless" strikes on vital infrastructure. This comes amid a significant US military buildup in the Middle East, with analysts suggesting the UAE might be involved and Kharg Island as a potential target.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy says US has linked security guarantees to ceding of Donbas

Ukrainian president says peace deal proposed by US includes handing over land to Russia. What we know on day 1,492

The Independent UK

Russia sending drones to Iran to help war effort, Western intelligence says

Vladimir Putin has remained a close ally to the Tehran regime

International Business Times UK

Was a US F18 Downed Over Iran? CENTCOM Fact Checks It as Millions Watch the Clip

CENTCOM officially denies IRGC claims that a US F/A-18 fighter jet was shot down over Chabahar, amidst viral videos, escalating conflict, and mounting domestic political pressure.

Axios

"They'll get mowed down": Trump rebuffed Netanyahu idea to call for Iran uprising

"Why the hell should we tell people to take to the streets when they'll just get mowed down."

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