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UNICEF has raised alarm over the killing of two contracted workers delivering clean water to families in the Gaza Strip. The victims were killed while on duty, highlighting the risks faced by aid workers in the region.
President Trump announced the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but the U. S. blockade of Iranian ports will continue until a deal is reached. Iran's top negotiator threatened to close the strait unless the blockade is lifted, leaving uncertainty over the waterway's status.
Iran has declared that hostile forces are not allowed in the Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway in the Middle East. The Strait remains open conditionally, amid ongoing US-Israel-Iran conflict.
An Iranian official warned the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open. The official spoke to the BBC about a potential US blockade. Strait of Hormuz will 'not remain open' if US blockade continues, Iranian official warns BBC.
US President Donald Trump threatened to end the US-Iran ceasefire if a deal is not reached next week. The warning comes amid ongoing tensions between the two nations. Trump made the statement in a live address, though specific details of the proposed deal were not provided.
Iran responded to US claims that Tehran agreed to hand over enriched uranium. Iran said its stockpile of enriched uranium was not going anywhere. The dispute is part of ongoing tensions between Iran and the US.
Israeli police confiscated and destroyed footballs being played with by children around Al-Aqsa mosque. The incident occurred in Jerusalem. The footballs were taken away and destroyed. Israeli police confiscated and destroyed footballs that were being played with by children around Al-Aqsa mosque.
NATO officials have not publicly committed to supporting the US in a potential war with Iran, despite a US request for military assistance. The US has been seeking NATO's involvement in the region, but so far, no concrete decision has been made by the alliance.
US President Trump stated that a blockade of Iranian ports will remain if no deal is reached. He also addressed Iran's proposal to impose tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying there will be "not going to be tolls". The situation remains unresolved.
Iran temporarily reopened the Strait of Hormuz after a US-brokered ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon. The agreement was reached hours before Trump's statement on Iran. Iran's action followed a separate development in the region. The Strait of Hormuz was previously closed.
The US has reversed its stance on Russian oil waivers, a move that addresses India's crude availability concerns. This change comes amid rising tensions with Iran. The US decision helps India secure oil supplies. India is a significant beneficiary of the US's Russian oil waiver policy shift.
African and Asian nations with nuclear plants are boosting output to secure short-term energy supplies. Countries hard-hit by the Iran war-driven energy shock are turning to nuclear power. Nuclear plants in these regions are increasing their energy production.
A senior State Department official met with the grandson of retired Cuban leader Raúl Castro in Havana last week. The meeting is part of a new diplomatic push between the US and Cuba.
Myanmar released a top ally of Aung San Suu Kyi. The move sparks small hopes for democracy. A 50-year-old Yangon resident expressed skepticism, saying there's no reason to be thankful as the ally was arrested unjustly.
A convoy of tankers, including four liquefied petroleum gas carriers and several oil product and chemical tankers, was seen leaving the Gulf. The tankers were tracked by MarineTraffic data, with more tankers following from the Gulf. The vessels' movements were recorded by the tracking system.
Chong Pang City in Yishun is set to gain a new community hub. The hub will feature a community club, hawker centre, market, sports amenities, and recreational options. It is expected to be completed by 2027.
Myanmar's former President Win Myint was pardoned on April 17, marking the country's post-coup leadership's biggest concession yet. Analysts argue this move is a sign of Min Aung Hlaing's unassailed strength, rather than a gesture towards democracy.
Nepal's Supreme Court recognised Gagan Thapa's faction as the official Nepali Congress. The court dismissed petitions affirming the legitimacy of the Election Commission's decision and the leadership structure from the special general convention. This decision effectively settled the internal leadership dispute within the party.
A magnitude 5 earthquake struck off Nagano in Japan. The quake hit Omachi around 1:20 p. m. The quake hit Omachi in northern Nagano around 1:20 p. m., Nippon Hōsō Kyōkai said.
Teen athlete Gout competed at Australia's junior championships. He failed to achieve a sub-10 mark. The event concluded with Gout's performance noted.
Russian forces targeted an energy facility in Ukraine's Chernihiv region overnight. The regional power distribution operator said the attack occurred in the north of Ukraine. Russian forces also targeted an energy facility in the Chernihiv region in Ukraine’s north, the regional power distribution operator said on Telegram.
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