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EU Expands Iran Sanctions to Include Threats to Freedom of Navigation in the Middle East
The sanctions regime was originally created by the EU in 2023 to address Iranian military support for Russia in its war against Ukraine.
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UAE State Oil Company Head Says Hormuz Bypass Pipeline Nearly 50 Percent Complete
ADNOC’s chief said energy security now depends on not only oil production but also secure shipping routes, storage capacity, and backup infrastructure.
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US Central Command Says More Than 100 Ships Redirected, Disabled in Iran Blockade
As of Friday, 97 commercial ships heading to or from Iran were redirected and four were disabled, the United States said.
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Rubio Says US–Iran Peace Talks Making Progress: ‘Some Good Signs’
Rubio said U.S.–Iran negotiations showed ‘a little bit of movement’ as Trump signaled talks were nearing a critical point.
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US Says 94 Ships Redirected Under Iranian Ports Blockade
The latest figures come as Washington and Tehran continue exchanging warnings over nuclear negotiations and maritime control.
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US Blacklists 9 Hezbollah-Linked Lebanese Officials
The sanctions marks the first time Washington has sanctioned sitting Lebanese government security officials.
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Oil Market Could Hit ‘Red Zone’ in July and August, IEA Says
Summer travel could trigger a global energy crisis, according to the International Energy Agency.
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House Republicans Pull Scheduled Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution
The bill was withdrawn after a previous vote had been open for nearly an hour.
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Trump Says US Should Take Control of Iran’s Uranium, Will ‘Probably Destroy It’
Iran is believed to possess about 900 pounds of highly enriched uranium, officials say.
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Eurozone Cuts Growth Forecast as Iran Conflict Fuels Inflation, Says EU
‘The conflict in the Middle East has triggered a major energy shock,’ said Commissioner for Economy and Productivity Valdis Dombrovskis.
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Netanyahu Addresses Mounting Criticism of Ben-Gvir Flotilla Video
Canada, Italy, France, the UK and others have demanded explanations from Israel.
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EasyJet Flags Uncertain Outlook as Fuel Costs Rise Amid Iran War
EasyJet CEO Kenton Jarvis said despite the conflict in Iran ‘creating near-term uncertainty,’ the airline ‘is well placed to manage the current environment.’
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Trump Says Iran Must Deliver ‘Right Answers’ to Peace Proposal or Face Renewed Attacks
Iranian officials warned that a renewed conflict could spread beyond the Middle East.
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Australian Foreign Minister Summons Israeli Ambassador Over Video Mocking Flotilla Detainees
She joins Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in criticising the video of bound pro-Palestinian activists.
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US Marines Board Iranian Tanker in Latest Blockade Enforcement
According to U.S. Central Command, U.S. forces have diverted 91 vessels since the start of the blockade against Iran on April 13.
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UN Warns Strait of Hormuz Disruption Could Lead to Global Food Price Crisis
The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization urged governments and international organizations to take action before conditions worsen.
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Iran Threatens to Extend War ‘Beyond the Region’ If US Launches New Attack
Vice President JD Vance told reporters at the White House that Iran’s leadership is currently fractured on a deal.
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US Central Command Says 89 Ships Rerouted Under Iran Naval Blockade
Trump said Iran has only days to reach an agreement before possible renewed strikes.
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Senate Advances Measure to Withdraw US Involvement in Iran Conflict
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) joined three GOP colleagues in backing the resolution, casting the decisive vote.
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Scott Bessent Urges G7 Allies to Target Iran’s Finances as US Applies Fresh Sanctions
‘Now is the time to join the United States in moving aggressively,’ the Treasury secretary said.
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