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The UN has warned that the US-Iran standoff at the Strait of Hormuz risks a global food emergency. The strait carries roughly 20 percent of world oil supply, and disruption there would drive up energy and food costs globally. Trump is currently reviewing a peace plan to ease tensions with Iran.
A U.S. official says President Trump is dissatisfied with an Iranian diplomatic proposal because it did not address Iran's nuclear program. The rejection signal raises doubts about near-term progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations. No timeline for further talks or a counter-proposal has been given.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the US will not tolerate Iranian control or toll collection in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump met with top security advisors Monday to review an Iranian proposal tied to the waterway amid ongoing war negotiations. The strait carries roughly a fifth of global oil supply, making
Reports say Iran would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pause nuclear talks if the U.S. lifts its blockade and ends the conflict. The strait carries about 20% of global oil, making any closure a direct threat to energy markets. The Trump administration has said its central goal is stopping Iran from obtaining a nuclear
A US-Israel military campaign against Iran is driving up fuel and food prices globally. The price shock puts an estimated 32.5 million people at risk of poverty, especially in import-dependent lower-income economies. The key variable is how long the conflict disrupts oil supply routes.
The US Supreme Court reinstated a Republican-backed Texas electoral map that a lower court had blocked. The move, supported by President Donald Trump, could flip key congressional districts to Republicans. The legal challenge to the map is still ongoing.
Trump rejected Iran's offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz because it left the nuclear program off the table. The strait carries around a fifth of global oil supply, so an unresolved standoff keeps energy markets at risk. No timeline for further talks has been reported.
The White House confirmed President Trump discussed a new Iranian proposal with national security aides on Monday. The development signals some level of diplomatic communication between Washington and Tehran, with potential consequences for oil markets and regional security. No details of the proposal have been made
Pakistan and Afghanistan have both reported cross-border attacks, putting last month's ceasefire agreement at risk. The strikes are the first since the two sides agreed to halt violence at peace talks. A breakdown could disrupt fragile diplomatic ties and worsen security along a historically volatile border.
China ordered Meta to unwind its $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus on April 27, citing national security concerns. The forced reversal signals that cross-border AI deals between US and Chinese companies face serious government barriers on both sides. Meta closed the deal in December 2025, just months after
Countries with active IMF loan programs are bearing the sharpest pain from rising global energy prices. Weak fiscal buffers, heavy reliance on energy imports, and dollar-denominated debt make the shock harder to absorb. The pressure could force governments to cut fuel subsidies or seek additional IMF support.
Iran has offered to keep the Strait of Hormuz open if the US postpones nuclear talks and lifts its naval blockade. The strait carries roughly 20 percent of global crude, so any threat to close it moves oil markets fast. No US response has been reported yet.
Federal officials including acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced charges against a man accused of plotting a gun attack at a Trump gala dinner. The suspect traveled by train from California to Washington and checked into the hotel as a guest despite tight security. Charges were filed at the federal level.
Trump cancelled diplomatic travel to Islamabad and said Iran-US nuclear talks will shift to phone calls or Washington. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed after Iran's Revolutionary Guards ruled out lifting the blockade. The US military has now redirected 37 ships since the blockade began.
Oil prices climbed after Iran peace talks stalled, keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed for a third consecutive month. The strait carries about 20% of global oil supply, and the extended closure is pushing energy costs higher across major import markets.
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi is meeting Putin in Moscow as Trump says Iranian leaders can call him directly to start talks. The diplomatic activity raises the chance of a back-channel opening on Iran's nuclear standoff, which could affect oil supply expectations.
A shooting took place at Saturday's White House Correspondents Dinner, and the suspect has been described as 'very smart' by students he mentored in Southern California. The incident marks a rare and serious security event at one of Washington's most prominent annual gatherings. Key details on motive, victims, and
A gunman attempted to breach the White House Correspondents' Dinner, triggering an active investigation. The incident targeted one of Washington's most high-profile annual events, attended by journalists and officials. Key details including the suspect's identity and motive have not yet been confirmed.
Israeli strikes have killed at least 14 people in south Lebanon after the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire broke down. Israel has warned civilians to leave towns beyond the existing buffer zone, pointing to a possible expansion of military operations. The situation risks wider displacement and renewed escalation along the
Authorities believe the suspect in the White House Correspondents' dinner shooting likely targeted President Trump and other officials. The suspect faces federal charges including assaulting a federal officer and using a firearm during a crime of violence. Both charges carry serious penalties under federal law.