Trump accuses Iran of breaching ceasefire agreement ‘numerous times’ IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 21
Macron to press Lebanon ceasefire and sovereignty in Paris talks French President Emmanuel Macron is to reaffirm France’s commitment to the ceasefire in Lebanon and support for the country's territorial integrity The Independent UK · Apr 21
Democratic senior advisor reveals Joe Biden was considering bombing Iran in second term: ‘that may have had to happen’ Meet the new boss, same as the old boss. We Got This Covered · Apr 21
Is Trump right about Iran’s ‘seriously fractured’ leadership holding up a peace deal? IN DEPTH: Divisions within Tehran’s leadership are becoming more apparent as analysts tell Maira Butt that the political vacuum left by US-Israeli assassinations has enabled more nationalist elements to thrive The Independent UK · Apr 21
First Thing: Vance to lead US delegation in Pakistan if Iran agrees to talks Vice-president would travel with Witkoff and Kushner as ceasefire deadline looms. Plus, how to avoid an AI job scam The Guardian - UK · Apr 21
Bitcoin and Big Tech Rally as Risk Appetite Returns, Even With Ceasefire Uncertainty A U.S.-Iran ceasefire sparked a risk-on rally, fueling a tech and Bitcoin rebound as institutional inflows replace retail uncertainty. MarketBeat · Apr 21
2025 was the worst year on record for internet shutdowns as censors move to more targeted blocks Access Now's latest report on internet shutdowns reveals that 2025 was the worst year on record for digital freedom. With VPNs and satellite internet increasingly under fire, we recap the year’s biggest threats and look at what’s next for global connectivity. TechRadar · Apr 21
Here is the biggest problem Washington faces: Iran sees no need to compromise The US has failed to bomb Iran into submission. Now, from the strait of Hormuz to nuclear concessions, Tehran senses its position strengthening, says Sina Toossi of the Center for International Policy The Guardian - UK · Apr 21
Donald Trump, Joe Rogan Feud Explained: POTUS Allegedly Signs Psychedelics Executive Order In Bid To Maintain Link The relationship between Donald Trump and Joe Rogan is under scrutiny amid rising political tensions. Despite disagreements, efforts to maintain their alliance continue. International Business Times UK · Apr 21
Iran claims it has ‘new cards’ to play if war resumes with US and Israel — what are they? Iran may ask the Houthis to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, another crucial waterway in the Middle East The Independent UK · Apr 21
Hope for borrowers as Skipton and Barclays cut mortgage rates “Volatile” conditions persist in mortgage market, but cheaper loans are available to some The Independent UK · Apr 21
Former CIA analyst says Donald Trump ordered nuclear strike on Iran over weekend, chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff overruled him Were we on the brink of nuclear war on Saturday night? We Got This Covered · Apr 21
The Iran war's biggest 'losers' are now 2026's top-performing markets The stock markets that were supposed to pay the highest price for the Iran war are now the ones leading the 2026 league table, and the rebound from March's Hormuz panic has been one of the most aggressive relief rallies in years. Euronews · Apr 21
Stock Index Futures Gain on Hopes of U.S.-Iran Talks, Retail Sales Data and Warsh Hearing on Tap June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.35%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.40% this morning on hopes for further U.S.-Iran talks that could advance a Middle East peace deal. Barchart · Apr 21
The Independent UK · Apr 21 Tucker Carlson apologizes for his role in helping Trump get elected: ‘I’ll be tormented for a long time’ Disenchanted right-wing broadcaster also hits out at president’s ‘low character’ as he admits experiencing profound buyer’s remorse since the outbreak of the Iran war
Evening Standard · Apr 21 Crest Nicholson warns over profits amid Iran war impact on costs and demand The housebuilder said it had seen a slowdown in new inquiries and visitor levels since its last update in March.
Euronews · Apr 21 Global markets on edge as investors await outcome of US-Iran negotiations European markets are trading mostly flat with Asian indices jumping higher and oil prices rising slightly as suspense builds around potential US-Iran negotiations and the end of the ceasefire in less than 48 hours.
International Business Times UK · Apr 21 Fact Check: The Truth Behind the Viral Claim That General Dan Caine 'Blocked' Trump's Nuclear Codes The unverified claim that General Caine blocked Trump's nuclear strike on Iran is being investigated by fact-checkers. Learn how the Trump-Caine tension affects global markets.
The Independent UK · Apr 21 Bank of England should increase interest rates to head off inflation, warns top economist Expert warns that rising energy costs could take inflation to 4.5 per cent this year
The Independent UK · Apr 21 Government grant to replace oil boilers with heat pumps boosted as prices bite Families dependent on heating oil or LPG have faced significant cost increases following the Iran war
Axios · Apr 21 Get used to higher gas prices this year Researchers and analysts don't see a quick drop even if the Iran war ends soon.
Euronews · Apr 21 Iran hangs man accused of ties to Israel and setting mosque on fire during pre-war protests Iran executes Amirali Mirjafari for allegedly plotting to burn a Tehran mosque and collaborating with Israel and the US, as rights groups decry rising executions.
The Times of India · Apr 21 Did Donald Trump’s social media posts derail fragile US-Iran peace talks? As the US and Iran edged towards what appeared to be a breakthrough after weeks of conflict in early April, a sudden burst of public messaging from Donald Trump may have thrown fragile diplomacy off course.
Euronews · Apr 21 Trump wants to extend Iran ceasefire, until negotiations conclude The US president also wrote on Truth Social that the blockade of Iranian ports will continue until Tehran presents a "unified proposal".