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Iran's foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open" to all ships. The statement comes amid a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, which has eased tensions in the region.
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi declared the Strait of Hormuz "open" after a meeting with his cabinet, but US President Donald Trump said the US blockade on Iran continues, with the US Navy maintaining a presence in the strait to enforce sanctions.
Iran's foreign minister said the Strait of Hormuz is open for international shipping. US President Donald Trump said the US will maintain its naval blockade in the strait until a nuclear deal is reached with Iran.
Lebanon's president stated the country is no longer a war arena. The statement was made amid rising tensions. US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Lebanon president says country no longer 'arena for anyone's wars' The Times of India.
Hezbollah is adhering to a 10-day cease-fire in Lebanon. Thousands are trying to head home. Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militia Israeli forces are battling in Lebanon, avoided mention of the 10-day cease-fire but appeared to be adhering to it.
Trump said the US and Iran are close to a peace deal. The strait is open. "The strait's going to be open, they already are open. And things are going very well." said Trump.
Iran used small boats to mine Hormuz last month. The US and Iran are working together to clear the mines. Iran had used small boats to mine Hormuz last month.
The Constitution Amendment Bill on women's quota was defeated in the Lok Sabha. This bill was part of a delimitation package. The defeat is a setback for the women's quota proposal.
The Israeli military told residents of southern Lebanon not to return to their homes citing "several Israeli acts of aggression" after a truce went into effect at midnight local time. The Army issued the warning following Israeli evacuation warnings that had forced many residents to flee.
The first batch of Haj pilgrims will depart from India on April 18. They will leave from various embarkation points. Officials say US-Iran tension will not affect their travel plans.
Marie-Thérèse, 86, returned to France. She had moved to the US to reunite with her American partner. Marie-Thérèse had moved to the US after reuniting with her long-lost love, an American man who died in January.
Keir Starmer's office confirmed Peter Mandelson failed security checks. Mandelson is a Jeffrey Epstein associate and was to become Britain's envoy to Washington. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office confirmed that Peter Mandelson, a Jeffrey Epstein associate, failed security checks before he became Britain’s envoy to Washington.
NATO leader criticised the European Union's Russia policy. The comments were made in a sharp exchange on the continent's approach to Moscow. The remarks were.
Daniel Kinahan was arrested in Dubai. He is in his 40s and was taken into custody on an Irish arrest warrant. Kinahan, in his 40s, was arrested in Dubai on foot of an arrest warrant issued by the Irish courts.
Pope Leo urged Cameroonians to reject violence during a Mass in Douala. The event was attended by about 120,000 people. He specifically called on them to "reject every form of abuse or violence".
Traders placed a $760 million bet on falling oil prices ahead of an announcement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The bet was made as traders anticipated a potential disruption in oil supplies from the region. Oil prices are sensitive to developments in the Strait of Hormuz.
Andoni Iraola left his position as Bournemouth manager. He expressed uncertainty about his next job. Iraola's departure from Bournemouth was confirmed recently.
Sama, a Nairobi-based company, sacked over 1,000 workers. Meta terminated its contract with Sama.
Sony and Honda are scrapping their Afeela 1 electric vehicle project. The two companies will pursue new opportunities together, the Afeela 1 project was made by Sony and Honda, Japan-based companies.
Ben Roberts, Australia's most decorated living veteran, has been granted bail from a Sydney prison. He was charged with committing war crimes in Afghanistan 10 days prior. Roberts walked free after posting bail, his case ongoing.
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