The Latest Breaking News from Iran

US military ‘raring to go’ if Iran talks fail, says Donald Trump

Negotiations hang in the balance amid the ongoing tense stand-off in the Strait of Hormuz that continues to disrupt shipping.

Evening Standard · Apr 21

World Experiencing Its Worst Energy Crisis In History Due To Iran War, IEA Head Says

The world is experiencing its worst energy crisis in history as a result of the Iran war, according to International Energy Agency head Fatih Birol.

International Business Times · Apr 21

Iran's military cuts off Khamenei from own govt, tightens grip over state functions - Report

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly assumed control over key state functions, sidelining President Masoud Pezeshkian and pushing him into a "complete political deadlock" as the military tightens its grip on the country's core centres of power, according to multiple reports. The IRGC has blocked presidential appointments and…

The Times of India · Apr 21

Trump to read Bible passage at event one week after posting AI image of himself as Jesus

In a statement ahead of the event, Trump said the Bible-reading marathon was a celebration of America 250 because it acknowledged America’s ‘Biblical foundations’

The Independent UK · Apr 21

Israel pauses for Memorial Day, a public day for mourning in the shadow of war

Israelis have marked the country’s annual Memorial Day, a somber day of reflection with ceremonies and sirens

The Independent UK · Apr 21

Stocks Supported by Signs Iran Will Attend Peace Talks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.80%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.20%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) are up +0.25%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Barchart · Apr 21

Chinese President Xi Jinping Makes Direct Comment on Strait of Hormuz

Chinese President Xi Jinping directly addressed the issue involving the Strait of Hormuz, urging the US and Iran to keep it open.

International Business Times · Apr 21

Trump wants $1.5tn for the Pentagon – and cuts to healthcare and housing

The president’s proposed $445bn increase in military spending would batter popular domestic programs as millions struggle

The Guardian - US · Apr 21

Trump Says U.S. Is Going To 'End Up With a Great Deal' With Iran As New Talks Loom: 'I Think They Have No Choice'

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he thinks his administration is "going to end up with a great deal" with Iran as delegations appear to head for a new round of talks in Pakistan.

International Business Times · Apr 21

'Release these women': Trump's offer to Iran for 'good start to negotiations' after military warning

US President Donald Trump urged Iran to release eight women that it reportedly preapres to execute, saying that it would be a "great start to our negotiations". This comes after Trump warned that the US was ready to "go militarily" as Iran talks in Pakistan remains in limbo.

The Times of India · Apr 21