‘No UK involvement’ in Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade The US president has threatened to stop tankers from entering or leaving the channel. Evening Standard · Apr 12
Here’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work. ‘This is a big task, and it’s a big gamble’ “It puts economic pressure on Tehran without destroying the oil facilities, which you should want to preserve into the future.” Fortune · Apr 12
The Guardian view on US-Iran talks: Trump’s diplomacy falters as risk of war grows Editorial: An American blockade in the strait of Hormuz raises energy-market dangers after failed negotiations – pushing a fragile ceasefire closer to collapse The Guardian - UK · Apr 12
The Guardian view on AI politics: US datacentre protests are a warning to big tech Editorial: In both Republican and Democratic states, scepticism and hostility towards an unregulated construction boom is growing The Guardian - UK · Apr 12
Mauritius vows to ‘decolonise’ Chagos Islands after Starmer shelves handover Mauritian foreign minister pledges to ‘spare no effort’ to regain control of islands, as US fails to give approval of deal The Guardian - UK · Apr 12
Ex-girlfriend of Trump ally speaks out after ICE deported her to Brazil: 'It was not enough for him...' A Brazilian model has alleged she was detained and deported from the United States after a request linked to a close associate of US President Donald Trump. The model claimed the whole thing was a conspiracy by her ex to win the custody dispute over their teenage son. The Times of India · Apr 12
$400m White House Ballroom 'Essential' To Protect Donald Trump and First Family From Missile Attacks The Trump administration is arguing in court that halting a $400m White House ballroom and bunker overhaul would endanger national security, setting up a sharp clash with preservationists and a federal judge. International Business Times UK · Apr 12
Donald Trump Branded 'National Disgrace' After Calling Female Journalist 'Fake News' During Tense Press Exchange Donald Trump's latest clash with a female reporter outside the White House has led social media users to brand him a 'national disgrace.' International Business Times UK · Apr 12
Donald Trump and Keir Starmer Are 'Slaves' Claims Tucker Carlson In Fiery BBC Interview Tucker Carlson has claimed Keir Starmer and Donald Trump are 'slaves' to Israel's interests in a combative BBC interview that prompted an immediate on-air rebuke from historian Mary Beard. International Business Times UK · Apr 12
Strait to crisis: Trump orders Hormuz blockade after talks sink Trump has declared an immediate naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed diplomatic talks with Iran. Trump stated Iran's alleged "extortion" would cease, vowing military action if necessary. This move, potentially illegal under international law, threatens global energy supplies, impacting major Asian economies and allies, while potentially benefiting… The Times of India · Apr 12
Britain could adopt single market rules without MPs’ vote as part of UK-EU reset Exclusive: Ministers planning new legislation for alignment without full parliamentary scrutiny if in national interest The Guardian - UK · Apr 12
Trump threatens Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran ceasefire talks end without agreement President Donald Trump on Sunday said the U.S. Navy would “immediately” begin a blockade to stop ships from entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz, after historic U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan ended without an agreement or next diplomatic steps in sight. Newslaundry · Apr 12
‘I’m fine with it’: Trump defends ‘civilisation wipeout’ threat, claims it brought Iran to talks US President Donald Trump on Sunday claimed that his social media post about “wiping out Iranian civilisation” brought Iran to the negotiating table. The Times of India · Apr 12
Lego Iran war video creator speaks out after trolling Trump with viral AI clips ‘Mr Explosive’ admitted a number of the propaganda videos are commissioned by the Iranian regime The Independent UK · Apr 12
Euronews · Apr 12 Trump orders Strait of Hormuz blockade after US-Iran talks fail in Islamabad U.S. President Donald Trump ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after talks with Iran in Islamabad ended without a deal. The move ramps up pressure as both sides blame each other, while Pakistan urges restraint and the ceasefire hangs in the balance.
International Business Times UK · Apr 12 Your Gas Tank vs. Their Nuclear Bomb: How the Failed US-Iran Deal Just Triggered a Global Economic Meltdown The U.S.–Iran nuclear talks in Pakistan have collapsed after 21 hours, leaving the Strait of Hormuz and a fragile Middle East ceasefire hanging in the balance.
The Times of India · Apr 12 Who is Riley Podleski? US journalist goes viral over claim America used ‘less than 10%’ of its military against Iran An American media figure has gone viral after making bold claims about US military strength during a briefing on tensions with Iran.
The Guardian - US · Apr 12 Ex-CIA director calls for ousting Trump: ‘25th amendment was written with him in mind’ John Brennan says president who made volatile remarks about destroying Iranian civilization ‘is clearly unhinged’
International Business Times UK · Apr 12 Donald Trump's New Bald Spot Is Fueling 'Secret Surgery' Rumours After His 4-Day Disappearance President Trump's recent return to the public eye has ignited speculation and rumors, fueled by social media and a new bald patch.
The Independent UK · Apr 12 Failed US-Iran talks in Pakistan raise questions about fragile ceasefire Ceasefire talks in Pakistan between the U.S. and Iran ended without an agreement, raising questions about what happens when a current two-week truce expires on April 22
Axios · Apr 12 Trump announces naval blockade on Iran after peace talks collapse The U.S. will stop ships that paid Iran's toll.
International Business Times UK · Apr 12 Iran 'Flow Control': How Tehran Took the Global Economy Hostage to End the War Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz forced a ceasefire with the U.S. and Israel and exposed just how dependent the world economy is on a few vulnerable chokepoints.
The Times of India · Apr 12 'Will be blown to hell': Trump announces blockade of Hormuz, issues stark warning to Iran Following collapsed peace talks, President Trump announced a US naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, citing Iran's "world extortion" over potential mines. He vowed to interdict vessels paying tolls to Iran and destroy any mines, warning of severe retaliation if Iranian forces attack. The blockade aims to prevent Iran…
The Guardian - UK · Apr 12 Planeloads of negotiators and too little time: US and Iran’s 21 hours of talks The two sides turned up to test one another’s resolve. It was probably unrealistic to expect a dispute that has taken up years of discussion to be settled in one marathon session
The Independent UK · Apr 12 How Spain became Europe’s conscience as Sanchez leads ‘moral’ pushback against US and Israel IN FOCUS: Europe has increasingly distanced itself from US-Israeli action in the Middle East. Maira Butt looks at how Pedro Sanchez’s government led the way on the continent