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Iran accused the US of a reckless military adventure. Abbas Araghchi said the US attacks when a diplomatic solution is near. Abbas Araghchi says the US attacks each time there is a diplomatic solution on the table.
The US disabled two Iranian tankers to enforce a port blockade. Iranian officials accused the US of violating the ceasefire. A U. S. fighter jet disabled two Iranian-flagged tankers to enforce a port blockade, Iranian officials accused the United States of violating the ceasefire with the tanker strikes and hampering diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
China's April trade beat forecasts despite the Middle East war. Its economy has weathered disruptions so far. While the US-Israel war on Iran has produced new risks for China's economy, its trade has so far appeared to be weathering the disruptions.
A CIA report shows Tehran could withstand a blockade for four months. Fighting has flared in the Strait of Hormuz. Recent days have seen the biggest flare-ups in fighting in and around the Strait of Hormuz since a ceasefire began a month ago, and the United Arab Emirates came under renewed attack on Friday (May 8, 2026).
The US struck two Iranian-flagged vessels amid ongoing tensions. The incident occurred as a ceasefire was in place. The US action was Iranian-flagged vessels as tensions continue amid ceasefire The Washington Post.
Trump expects Iran's response to a proposal to end the war despite an exchange of fire. Live updates: Trump expects Iran’s response soon on proposal to end war, despite exchange of fire CNN.
US President Trump expects Iran's response to a peace deal offer by tonight. The offer was made in an attempt to ease tensions between the two countries. Trump expects Iran’s response on peace deal offer 'as soon as tonight' USA Today.
The US has responded mildly to recent Iranian attacks, deepening fears in the Gulf region that a cease-fire may not hold. The muted response has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the agreement.
India discussed expanding regular migration pathways with the IOM. Talks focused on implementation of GCM activities in India. "Discussions focussed on expanding and diversifying regular migration pathways and on India’s proactive approach to the implementation of GCM and IOM activities in India," Kirti Vardhan Singh said.
North Korea will deploy a new 155-millimetre self-propelled gun-howitzer along its border with South Korea. The move could put Seoul within striking range. Deployment of the "new-type 155-millimetre self-propelled gun-howitzer" would potentially place Seoul within striking range.
A 9-month-old macaque monkey named Punch continues to draw tens of thousands of visitors to a small Japanese zoo. Despite the attention, Punch remains unfazed and ignores the crowds. The macaque, now 9 months old, has been attracting tens of thousands of visitors to a small Japanese zoo.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping's trust in his generals has waned despite building a military to rival the US. Over 13 years, Xi handpicked top brass but grew increasingly uneasy with their loyalty and competence.
Argentina's Tierra del Fuego province denied causing a hantavirus outbreak. Officials want investigations into other provinces visited by passengers. Officials in Argentina's Tierra del Fuego province are challenging the idea that the ongoing deadly hantavirus outbreak may have emerged there, pushing instead for investigations into the other Argentine provinces that passengers visited before board.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited Trinidad and Tobago, highlighting cricket's role in India-Trinidad and Tobago ties. He arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on May 8. Jaishankar arrived in Port of Spain from Paramaribo on May 8, 2026 on the concluding leg of his three-nation tour of Jamaica, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago.
The WHO notified 12 countries, including the UK and US, about potential exposure to a virus after passengers disembarked at Saint Helena. The countries were informed to monitor for cases.
US President Trump said Russia and Ukraine agreed to a three-day ceasefire. Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin's adviser Ushakov confirmed the deal, which includes a prisoner exchange. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Yuri Ushakov, President Vladimir Putin's foreign affairs adviser, both confirmed the agreement for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners.
Peter Magyar is set to take over as Hungary's leader from Viktor Orban after winning a landslide election. He faces the challenge of dismantling Orban's self-described "illiberal democracy" and restoring democratic institutions.
Russia's Victory Day parade was scaled back due to security concerns, showcasing Putin's growing vulnerability. The reduced event adds to a sense that Moscow and other cities are no longer insulated from the war.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's loyalists are defecting in large numbers, with many jumping ship before the incoming prime minister, Peter Magyar, can push out what he calls "puppets of the old regime." Magyar has promised to bring change.
Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar will be sworn in at a party celebrating a "regime change." Magyar's Tisza party won a landslide victory last month, ending 16 years of rule by Viktor Orban.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer refused to step down after Labour's losses, citing a need to avoid plunging the country into chaos. He acknowledged the results were "really tough" but vowed to continue leading the party.
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