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President Donald Trump said the US will guide stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz. Two ships reported attacks near the strait. The United States will launch an effort on Monday to "guide" stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said, as two ships around the strait reported attacks.
Trump announced Project Freedom to help ships leave the Strait of Hormuz, starting May 4, with discussions underway with Iran. “Project Freedom” would begin on Monday (May 4, 2026) morning in West Asia, Mr.
A tanker was hit by unknown projectiles off the UAE coast, the U. S. and Iran remain deadlocked in peace negotiations since a ceasefire in the West Asian war came into effect on April 8.
US President Donald Trump has expressed skepticism about a 14-point peace agreement proposed by Iran. The proposal's details and implications are not yet clear. Trump skeptical after Iran proposes 14-point peace agreement Fox News.
A bulk carrier near the Strait of Hormuz was reportedly under attack. The UK military confirmed the incident. Iran's Guards said the US faced two options: an impossible military operation or a bad deal.
US President Trump said the US will help guide trapped ships out of the Gulf. He cited "very positive" talks with Iran. The talks aimed to ease tensions in the region.
Iran warned that a US mission to free trapped ships in the Strait of Hormuz would violate a ceasefire. The US mission, called "Project Freedom," was announced by President Trump. Iran protested the plan.
Iran warned the US that interfering in the Strait of Hormuz would breach the ceasefire. A senior Iranian official made the statement on Monday. A senior Iranian official warned on Monday that Tehran would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz a breach of the ceasefire.
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship killed three people, including an elderly married couple, and sickened at least three others. The World Health Organisation and South Africa's health department confirmed the outbreak.
A hijacking off the coast of Somalia has raised concerns about ties between Somali pirates and Yemen's Houthi rebels. The incident's location and timing suggest a possible collaboration under the cover of Middle East turmoil. The hijacking was carried out by an Iran-backed Houthi rebel group.
US President Donald Trump announced a naval mission to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump has announced a naval mission to escort stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz.
Mexican Governor Claudia Sheinbaum faces a difficult decision after the indictment of a Mexican governor, highlighting corruption and strained US-Mexico relations. The case has put pressure on President Sheinbaum to address the issue.
The UK is joining the EU's £78bn loan scheme for Ukraine to deepen defence ties. The UK is on the verge of joining the EU's €90bn (£78bn) loan scheme for Ukraine, as the government seeks to shore up support for Kyiv and deepen defence ties with the bloc.
Tens of thousands of partygoers gathered for an illegal "free party" at a military firing range near Bourges. Up to 40,000 ravers attended the event. The party was held on a site not typically used for such gatherings.
A United Airlines Boeing 767 from Italy clipped a light pole and a truck during landing at Newark Airport. The incident occurred without reported injuries or major damage.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is in critical but stable condition, after a medical emergency. The cause of his condition is not yet clear.
The Strategist published an analysis on war and wheat on its website. Bookshelf: on war and wheat The Strategist.
A cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean reported a suspected outbreak of hantavirus. Three people died from the rare disease. The ship was sailing with passengers on board when the outbreak occurred.
Nepal's government plans to cancel nearly 1,600 appointments made for political reasons. The move targets jobs created under the previous administration. A review found the appointments were not merit-based.
Thousands of protesters gathered in India's Manipur state to mark three years since ethnic violence erupted. The clashes have left a lasting impact on the region. Thousands of protesters gathered in India’s Manipur state to mark three years since ethnic violence erupted.
Three people died from a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The rare virus is usually spread by exposure to infected rodents, causing deadly respiratory infections.
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