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April 15

Iran threatens to halt Red Sea traffic in response to US military blockade of ports

Iran's military warns it could block exports and imports in the Red Sea, Persian Gulf and Sea of Oman if the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports is not lifted.

April 15

Stop calling this brinkmanship. Trump's Hormuz move is the real pressure

President Trump's naval blockade cutting off Iran's oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz is the only play left after failed Islamabad negotiations.

April 13

Pakistani general says Iran diplomacy still alive, despite US blockade, failed talks

The U.S. naval blockade on Iran may be leverage to resume diplomacy, says retired Pakistani general, as both sides were reportedly close to a deal.

April 13

Trump warns China of 'staggering' 50% tariff if caught supplying military aid to Iran

President Trump warns China could face 50% tariffs if caught supplying military aid to Iran as a sweeping Strait of Hormuz blockade takes effect.

April 12

Trump details sweeping 'all or nothing' blockade of Strait of Hormuz after failed Iran talks

In a Maria Bartiromo exclusive, Trump vows to choke off Iran's oil profits with a sweeping U.S. Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz region.

April 12

Timeline of Trump’s escalating deadlines on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz

Follow a timeline of Trump’s Iran deadlines and the escalating standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global energy markets.

April 11

Vance arrives in Pakistan for high-stakes Iran talks as ‘fragile’ ceasefire teeters

JD Vance, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner lead a senior U.S. delegation in Pakistan for critical ceasefire negotiations with Iranian officials.

April 10

No retreat at Hormuz — Iran must not control the world’s energy lifeline

A comprehensive sanctions regime including China is needed to deter Iran from weaponizing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global trade artery.

April 10

Iran regime uses former Soviet republic to dodge sanctions, fund war machine: report

Once a committed U.S. ally, Georgia has quietly aligned with Iran, raising concerns about IRGC influence and sanctions evasion, a new report claims.

April 9

Chief prosecutor behind Israel war crimes charges faces disciplinary action amid sexual misconduct allegations

ICC Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan faces disciplinary proceedings over alleged sexual misconduct after the Bureau of the Assembly of States Parties voted to move forward with action.