The Latest Breaking News from Iran

These numbers show the global impact of Iran's grip on the Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz has jolted the world economy

The Independent UK · May 7

Iran gives rare update on health of new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei

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The Independent UK · May 7

Fed Officials Voice Growing Concern Over Inflation And Supply Chain Pressure From Iran War

Officials at the Federal Reserve are increasingly concerned over the economic fallout from the US-Israeli war with Iran, with several of them warning that inflation risks are becoming harder to contain as the conflict drags on.

International Business Times · May 7

Trump Halted Hormuz Operation After Saudi Arabia Refused Military Access - REPORT

President Donald Trump's abrupt decision to pause "Project Freedom," the U.S. military operation aimed at reopening shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, reportedly came after Saudi Arabia refused to allow American forces access to its airspace and military facilities, according to NBC News.

Latin Times · May 7

Democratic senators press US military on Israel's evacuation zones, warning of legal risks

Twelve U.S. Democratic Senators have asked the U.S. Central Command about coordination with Israel on evacuation zones in Lebanon and Iran

The Independent UK · May 7

U.S. Allies Reportedly Took Measures Against Washington Over Operation To Help Ships Through Strait Of Hormuz

The Trump administration cancelled its operation to help ships transit through the Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's blockade following backlash from Saudi Arabia, according to a new report.

International Business Times · May 7

UK construction firms face some of sharpest cost rises in nearly 30 years

Monthly rise in prices of fuel and raw materials, driven by Iran war, is one of steepest since survey began in 1997

The Guardian - UK · May 7

What Iran’s absence from the Venice Biennale reveals about art and politics

Just days before the opening of the 2026 Venice Biennale, organisers announced that Iran would no longer participate.

The Conversation · May 7

Pakistani Mediators Reportedly Optimistic About Progress To End Iran War

Pakistani mediators are optimistic about progress being made to end the war in Iran, according to a new report.

International Business Times · May 7

Iran's president says he met Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei amid persistent health rumours

As speculation grows over the possibility of an agreement between Iran and the US, Pezeshkian said he had met with the new Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, who is still to appear in public following his appointment.

Euronews · May 7