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The Latest Breaking News on War in Ukraine

The Ceasefire Is Over: US and Iran Exchanging Missile Strikes as UAE Claims It Was Hit by Iranian Drones

The fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran has collapsed, leading to renewed military exchanges in the Persian Gulf and raising fears of a broader regional conflict.

International Business Times UK

Ukraine, Russia announce separate ceasefires ahead of Moscow’s Victory Day

Ukraine announced a ceasefire starting May 5-6, prioritizing human life over Victory Day commemorations, with President Zelenskyy criticizing Russia's focus on parades. Russia, however, declared its own truce from May 8-9, coinciding with WWII Victory Day, and warned of massive retaliation if Kyiv disrupts their celebrations.

The Times of India

Ukraine war briefing: Duelling ceasefires as Zelenskyy floats open-ended truce

Vladimir Putin wants empty skies on Friday and Saturday to celebrate Victory Day; Ukrainian president says guns can fall silent by Wednesday if Russia reciprocates. What we know on day 1,532

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Middle East back on the brink: Iran attacks UAE sparking huge oil depot blaze amid Strait of Hormuz clash

Trump’s bid to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and free stranded vessels shakes fragile ceasefire

Evening Standard

Russia declares a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Victory Day

Russia's Defense Ministry has declared a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark Victory Day, commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II

The Independent UK

Poisonous Black Rain Falls In Russia Following Ukrainian Strikes On Key Oil Hub

Black smoke has repeatedly risen over the Russian Black Sea port city of Tuapse after a series of Ukrainian drone strikes hit a major oil refinery and export terminal, setting off fires that have burned intermittently for days and spreading oil contamination across land, rivers, coastal waters and even rain…

International Business Times

'Force v Geography' Trump's Project Freedom meets Iran's residual firepower

TOI Correspondent from Washington: The United States and Iran are on the verge of resuming their shooting match in the Gulf after Teheran attacked UAE with drones and missiles in response to US efforts to militarily escort scores of stranded ships in the Strait of Hormuz under what it called…

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What to know as the US tries to open the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire wavers

The ceasefire in the Iran war faces its most critical moment yet as the United States begins efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Kremlin Reportedly Beefing Up Security Amid Fear Of Coup Against Putin

The Kremlin has beefed up security around President Vladimir Putin amid fears of a coup, as well as the assassination of top military figures, according to a new report.

International Business Times

UAE Says It Intercepted Missiles From Iran, First Since Ceasefire Began

The United Arab Emirates said on Monday that it successfully intercepted missile attacks from Iran, the first such event since the April 8 ceasefire.

International Business Times

Competing Claims Over Alleged Missile Strike Add to US-Iran Tensions in Strait of Hormuz

A news outler widely regarded as closely aligned with the Iranian state first reported that two missiles struck a U.S. warship near Jask Island after ignoring warnings

Latin Times

Iran Executes Three More People Arrested During January Protests As War Continues

Iran executed three more men connected to the January protests as the war with the U.S. continues.

International Business Times

Shipping firms question safety in strait of Hormuz despite Trump plan

President says US navy will ‘guide’ stranded ships out of waterway but report says warship was hit by Iran

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump says US navy will ‘guide’ trapped ships through strait of Hormuz

US president’s post follows flurry of mixed signals including concern Tehran had not ‘paid big enough price’. Plus, could Santa Marta climate talks mark ground zero in push to ditch fossil fuels?

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US denies Iranian claim of missile strike on warship amid Strait of Hormuz standoff

US Central Command denied the claim that a warship was hit by two missiles, as US forces look set to begin ‘Project Freedom’

The Guardian - US

Donald Trump sends warships to break Iran’s strait of Hormuz blockade

US operation announced as ‘Project Freedom’ dramatically raises stakes in conflict

The Independent UK

Azerbaijan’s jailed opposition leader urges West to find ‘courage’ and stand up to regime amid political crackdown

INTERVIEW: Ali Karimli tells James C. Reynolds from jail that Azerbaijan’s future is with Europe, not Russia - but the West must step up and challenge its record on human rights

The Guardian - UK

Reform UK plan to set up migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas condemned by other parties – as it happened

Nigel Farage’s party proposed to place detention centres in places that vote for Green council leaders or MPs

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Joining EU’s loan for Ukraine will boost UK jobs and ties with bloc – PM

‘It’s very good for the UK, because of the capability that leads to jobs in the United Kingdom,’ Sir Keir Starmer said.

The Guardian - AU

First Russian oil reportedly arrives in Japan since Iran war – as it happened

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Could Iran’s escalating economic crisis weaken negotiating position with US?

War has combined with battered economy to leave Tehran wondering how hardline it can afford to be

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Strikes on Russia’s Primorsk oil port and ships

Zelenskyy says three ‘shadow fleet’ vessels hit along with guided missile corvette; Ukrainian drones menace Moscow and surrounds. What we know on day 1,531

The Times of India

More Strait talks: Trump rolls out 'Project Freedom' to guide ships through Hormuz

US President Donald Trump launched 'Project Freedom' to aid commercial ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, citing humanitarian concerns and low supplies. He stated the US will guide vessels safely out, emphasizing these ships belong to nations uninvolved in regional disputes. Trump also revealed positive discussions with Iran, though…

Evening Standard

UK to enter talks on joining EU’s £78 billion loan for Ukraine

Sir Keir Starmer will push for closer ties with the bloc at the European Political Community summit in Armenia.

Axios

Trump says U.S. Navy will escort ships out of the Strait of Hormuz from Monday

It's the most significant step by Trump's administration to try and reopen the key strait that Iran shut down early in the war.

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