Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as Iran reimposes restrictions - AP News

Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as Iran reimposes restrictions  AP News

DR Congo accepts first set of deportees from the US

The Congolese government stresses those expelled from the US are only in the country temporarily.

As Economic Pressures Mount, Will Iran or the U.S. Blink First? - WSJ

As Economic Pressures Mount, Will Iran or the U.S. Blink First?  WSJ

Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz again, citing U.S. blockade

Iran’s military said the critical Strait of Hormuz was back under the control of the armed forces, claiming the U.S. had breached Tehran’s trust by maintaining its blockade in the region.

By Susannah George

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade of its ports

Reports of Iranian gunboats opening fire on tanker after Tehran says it is closing waterway until US lifts its blockade.

Dems sidestep past ‘refuse illegal orders’ demands as they challenge Trump’s Iran war authority

Democrats backed U.S. troops in the Iran conflict but say President Trump's use of military force lacks congressional approval under the War Powers Act.

U.S. renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks

Lawmakers accused the government of going easy on Moscow as its war on Ukraine grinds on.

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz sparks 'tremendous interest' in alternate routes

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz during the U.S.-Israel war with Iran has served as wake-up call that a significant source of the world's oil supply remains dependent on the accessibility of this narrow passageway. But, analysts say, it may now force some serious consideration of oil export alternatives.

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again over US blockade

Iran has accused the US of violating the ceasefire agreement by maintaining a blockade on its ports. Meanwhile the US has renewed a waiver of sanctions on Russian oil. Follow DW for more.

Middle East : Fragile US-Iran talks hinge on nuclear and Hormuz disputes

US-Iran negotiations show limited progress but remain tense, with disputes over enriched uranium and the Strait of Hormuz still unresolved. Donald Trump warns the conflict could resume if no deal is reached, while mediators say compromises may still be possible on nuclear restrictions.

By FRANCE24

The real outcome of the Iran war: America is now the world’s most secure energy power

Trump’s message is ‘buy American’ — the U.S. has fuel and is a safe alternative to the Gulf

By Kenneth Rapoza

Indian tankers turn back amid Iran's mixed Hormuz signals; gunfire hits other ships

Mixed signals from Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz have caused Indian and Greek crude tankers to turn back amid heightened tensions. Uncertainty over passage through the vital chokepoint deepened after conflicting reports from Tehran, with some merchant ships also reporting gunfire in the troubled waterway.

By TOI NEWS DESK

Tankers crossed Strait of Hormuz amid reports of firing after Iran briefly opened key waterway

The Strait of Hormuz handles roughly one-fifth of global oil and liquified natural gas flows during normal conditions.

Colombia's Petro warns of Latin American 'rebellion' if US doesn't rethink policy - The Straits Times

Colombia's Petro warns of Latin American 'rebellion' if US doesn't rethink policy  The Straits Times

How C Raja Mohan’s India and the rebalancing of Asia rethinks India’s China Challenge and US Ties

By Syed Akbaruddin

2 Iranian Gunboats Fire On Tanker In Hormuz, Crew Safe: UK Body

2 Iranian Gunboats Fire On Tanker In Hormuz, Crew Safe: UK Body

US renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks

The Treasury Department's waiver lets countries purchase Russian oil and petroleum products loaded on vessels as of Friday through May 16.

Vessels attempting to cross Hormuz report gunfire

Follow developments as Iran's military command says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz again.

US renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks

The Trump administration on Saturday renewed a waiver allowing countries to buy sanctioned Russian oil at sea for about a month, even as lawmakers accused the government of going easy on Moscow as its war on Ukraine grinds on. The United States Treasury Department’s waiver lets countries purchase Russian oil and petroleum products loaded on vessels as of Friday through May 16. It replaces a 30-day waiver that expired on April 11 and excludes transactions involving Iran, Cuba and North Korea. ...

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Tanker comes under fire as Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again

Strait of Hormuz closes again as Iran opens fire on merchant ships

At least two merchant vessels reported being struck by gunfire as they attempted to cross the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, shortly after Iran reimposed strict military controls on the vital waterway, three maritime security and shipping sources said. Earlier in the day, maritime trackers had recorded a convoy of eight tankers transiting the strait […]

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China-US youth mark 55th anniversary of 'ping-pong diplomacy' - China Daily

China-US youth mark 55th anniversary of 'ping-pong diplomacy'  China Daily

US renews Russian oil waiver after pressure from countries dealing with Iran war price shocks

Waiver extension highlights US struggle to curb Russia while managing global oil supply

By Reuters

Iranian Gunboats Open Fire On Tanker As Hormuz Closure Sparks Maritime Chaos

Iranian Gunboats Open Fire On Tanker As Hormuz Closure Sparks Maritime Chaos Summary:  Two Iranian gunboats Open Fire on a tanker near Oman Friday: Hormuz Open; Saturday: Hormuz Closed  Iranian Forces Open Fire On Tanker  The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reports that a tanker was "approached by 2 IRGC gunboats, with no VHF challenge, and then fired upon." UKMTO did not provide any further details about the two Iranian vessels that fired on the tanker or the type of weapo...

By Tyler Durden

Iranian gunboats fire on tanker in Hormuz as Tehran blocks strait again

Iranian gunboats fired at a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, according to UK Maritime Trade Operations, following Tehran’s move to reinstate restrictions on the key ship...

Islamabad ‘gears up' for likely US-Iran talks second round amid Middle East tensions - Geo News

Islamabad ‘gears up' for likely US-Iran talks second round amid Middle East tensions  Geo News

US imposes sanctions aimed at Colombian fighters in Sudan

Hundreds of former Colombian forces have gone to Sudan to support the RSF.

US again eases sanctions on Russian oil shipments

The United States has issued a new license allowing the supply and sale of Russian-origin crude oil and petroleum products that were loaded onto vessels as of April 17.

US sanctions Iran-backed Iraqi militia commanders over attacks on American forces - rudaw.net

US sanctions Iran-backed Iraqi militia commanders over attacks on American forces  rudaw.net

Iran Reimposes ‘Strict Control’ Over Strait of Hormuz

Iran announced Saturday it has reinstated “strict control” over the Strait of Hormuz, reversing a brief reopening of the vital maritime corridor amid escalating tensions with the United States. The post Iran Reimposes ‘Strict Control’ Over Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Asmae Daoudi

US extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

US extends waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Iran denies accepting the transfer of its enriched uranium; Trump says it will be "brought back to the United States." - Seneweb

Iran denies accepting the transfer of its enriched uranium; Trump says it will be "brought back to the United States."  Seneweb

DR Congo accepts first set of deportees from the US - Yahoo News Australia

DR Congo accepts first set of deportees from the US  Yahoo News Australia