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The Latest Breaking News from Hormuz

First Thing: US and Iran agree ceasefire as Tehran says it will reopen strait of Hormuz

Donald Trump abandons threat for Iran to surrender or face destruction. Plus, why some people are ‘bad texters’

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer arrives in Gulf after US and Iran agree two-week ceasefire

PM to meet regional leaders to discuss effort to ‘support and sustain ceasefire’ and reopening the strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK

Afternoon Update: PM criticises Trump threats after Iran backdown; Jackie O alleges ‘degrading’ comments; and choosing to leave America

The PM welcomed a two-week conditional ceasefire between the US and Iran that is set to temporarily reopen the strait of Hormuz

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Iran-US ceasefire details: Trump predicts 'positive action', 'big money' after truce; US to 'hang around' Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump declared a "total and complete victory" after announcing a ceasefire with Iran, ending 38 days of Operation Epic Fury. Both nations claimed success, with Iran pointing to Washington's acceptance of its 10-point proposal. The deal, brokered with Pakistan's mediation and potentially China's influence, addresses nuclear concerns…

The Times of India

Trump vents frustration with Nato – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Explainer: What is in Iran’s 10-point ceasefire plan and will the US agree to it?

Two-week ceasefire comes after Trump spoke to Pakistan’s leaders, with China also believed to be exerting influence over Tehran

The Guardian - AU

Iran war ceasefire announcement – what we know so far

Donald Trump pauses threat to bomb Iranian infrastructure as Tehran proposes 10-point plan that includes control of strait of Hormuz and withdrawal of all US forces

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Oil prices plunge and stocks jump after Trump announces conditional ceasefire with Iran

Oil heads for biggest daily fall since pandemic as Iran says it will reopen strait of Hormuz under its management

The Guardian - US

Democrats outraged at Trump’s Iran post: ‘A threat to commit a war crime’

President says on Truth Social he will annihilate country if government ignores deadline to reopen strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - US

UK to host Hormuz planning meeting as Trump deadline looms for Iran

The US president has given Tehran until 8pm on Tuesday Washington time to end its blockade of the strait or be bombed ‘back to the Stone Ages’.

Evening Standard

Global Economy Faces Intensifying Pressure Due To Continued Strait of Hormuz Disruption

Markets and businesses worldwide face mounting challenges as prolonged shipping disruptions push up costs and tighten trade and financial conditions.

International Business Times

Trump’s homeland security secretary mulls removing customs agents from airports to punish sanctuary cities – as it happened

Markwayne Mullin questions why city governments don’t enforce federal immigration policies during interview with Fox News

The Guardian - US

Airstrikes on Iran kill more than 25 as Trump's deadline to open Strait of Hormuz looms

Israel and the United States have carried out attacks that have killed more than 25 people in Iran

The Independent UK

Iran strikes Kuwait’s oil infrastructure before Opec+ supply talks

Members reportedly agree a rise of 206,000 barrels a day in May, but move symbolic while strait of Hormuz is effectively closed

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Oil, strait of Hormuz and empty threats: a timeline of Trump’s flip-flopping on the Iran war

In the fifth week of the war, Trump continues contradicting himself on its objectives and how Americans are affected

The Times of India

'Only real leverage': Iran unlikely to reopen Strait of Hormuz anytime soon, claims US intelligence report

Recent US intelligence reports indicate Iran is unlikely to reopen the Strait of Hormuz anytime soon, as control of the key oil chokepoint remains its main leverage against the United States, Reuters reported.

Latin Times

Macron Pushes Diplomacy With Iran as First French Ship Passes Through Strait of Hormuz

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday sharpened France's split with the U.S.-Israeli military approach to Iran, announcing a deeper strategic partnership with South Korea while arguing that the Strait of Hormuz should be reopened through diplomacy, not force, as the first French-owned ship since the war began safely crossed the…

The Independent UK

Trump makes new Strait of Hormuz claim as pressure mounts to end Iran war

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Pakistan announces free public transport after fuel price hike – as it happened

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Coalition of countries discuss ‘every possible measure’ to pressure Iran into reopening strait of Hormuz

Yvette Cooper hosts virtual summit of more than 40 countries to consider coordinated action in face of closure of vital shipping lane

The Guardian - UK

How could strait of Hormuz closure affect UK food and medicine supplies?

Effects of Iran’s blockade will depend on how long crisis lasts as disruption ripples through supply chains

Radio France Internationale

Macron rejects military plan as allies push to reopen Strait of Hormuz

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that using military force to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would be “unrealistic”, as more than 40 countries held talks on restoring access to the vital shipping route, compromised by the war in the Middle East.

The Times of India

‘I have a problem with certain Indians’: Dinesh D’Souza reacts to ‘gays of Hormuz’ comment in viral No Kings protest video

A viral street interview from a US protest has sparked reactions online, with conservative commentator Dinesh D'Souza criticising what he called the “wrong” kind of cultural assimilation among some Indian Americans.

Euronews

Trump undermining NATO by creating doubt about US commitment, Macron says

The US president has repeatedly railed against Western partners for not responding to his call to assemble a naval force to help reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz, which has effectively been closed by Tehran.

The Times of India

‘Can’t keep contradicting himself every day’: Macron jabs Trump for Iran flip-flops

French president Macron criticized Donald Trump's inconsistent Iran policy, deeming military action to reopen the Strait of Hormuz unrealistic. Macron emphasized the need for de-escalation and renewed negotiations. Trump's shifting stances on allies, escalation, and war objectives have drawn international and domestic criticism, with many nations hesitant to join US…

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