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Iran's ceasefire appears to be holding after recent attacks on the UAE and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. US commentator Hegseth reported the situation as stable. The attacks had raised concerns about escalating tensions in the region.
US Secretary of State Rubio stated that the offensive stage of the Iran war is over. An Iranian official responded, saying "We are just getting started," amid ongoing incidents in the Strait of Hormuz testing the ceasefire.
US Secretary of State Rubio insisted that the ceasefire with Iran is holding after Iranian strikes on the UAE and commercial vehicles. The situation remains fragile following recent escalations in the region.
The Philippines is seeking cooperation with China to secure oil supplies amid the Strait of Hormuz closure. The move comes as the country faces an energy crisis and strained relations with potential suppliers.
US Senator Marco Rubio stated that the offensive stage of the Iran war is over. He added that US forces would respond if attacked. Rubio's comments came after recent military actions between the US and Iran.
US Senator Marco Rubio stated that Iran's combat operation launched in February is over. Tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz. The situation has been closely watched by international observers.
US President Donald Trump is trying to increase economic pressure on Iran, but Tehran is unlikely to make a deal without a significant compromise. Iran's government has shown no signs of backing down from its nuclear program.
The MV Hondius, a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, will dock in the Canary Islands, Spain. Three passengers on board have died from the virus since it was detected off Cape Verde. The ship had been stuck offshore since the outbreak was identified.
US Senator Marco Rubio defended Trump's remarks on Pope Leo XIII's views on Iran before meeting Pope Francis at the Vatican. Rubio's comments come amid strained relations between the US and Iran.
Israel struck a Gaza police station, killing 15-year-old Mahmoud Sahweil and injuring officers. The incident occurred in a volatile region with ongoing tensions. A 15-year-old boy, Mahmoud Sahweil, was killed when Israel struck a Gaza police station.
The US announced a new military strategy to secure the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping. The administration has announced a new military strategy designed to open up the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping, but it's unclear if this will break Iran's grip on the key waterway.
The US said Iran has not broken the ceasefire following clashes over the strait. The development comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. Middle East war: US says Iran has not broken ceasefire following clashes over strait Financial Times.
The US mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz will be temporary. U. S. mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz will be temporary, Hegseth says The Washington Post.
The US Army's 'Project Freedom' to secure safe passage of ships in the blocked Strait of Hormuz has begun. A US Central Command spokesperson confirmed the mission's start. A US Central Command spokesperson says the mission to secure a safe passage of ships in the blocked waterway has begun.
Trump officials made secret oil deals in Venezuela despite vows of accountability. Trump officials and their Venezuelan allies have promised a new era of accountability to unlock Venezuela’s immense oil wealth.
A cruise ship with a hantavirus outbreak is headed to the Canary Islands, where it will be received by the Spanish government. The World Health Organization reported possible human-to-human transmission played a role in the outbreak on board.
Ukraine accused Putin of cynicism for attacks during ceasefire talks. Ukraine war live: Putin accused of ‘utter cynicism’ for attacks amid ceasefire talks The Independent.
DigiCo Infrastructure REIT agreed to sell its Chicago data centre to an unnamed buyer for $750 million. The sale is part of DigiCo's strategy to divest certain assets. The deal is expected to close by the end of the year.
Seton Hall graduate leads tech policy and global AI initiatives in Malaysia. Diplomacy Grad Leads Tech Policy and Global AI Initiatives in Malaysia Seton Hall.
Arsenal won 1-0 against Atletico, securing a 2-1 aggregate victory in their Champions League semifinal. Bukayo Saka scored the decisive goal, propelling Arsenal to their first Champions League final in 20 years. The win marks a significant milestone for the team.
Matthew Brown is the Sergio Vieira de Mello Visiting Chair in Post-Conflict Diplomacy at Seton Hall. Seton Hall Welcomes Matthew Brown, Sergio Vieira de Mello Visiting Chair in Post-Conflict Diplomacy Seton Hall.
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