The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Iranian Foreign Minister Announces Reopening Of Strait Of Hormuz For 'Remaining Period Of Ceasefire' But Says Coordination Is Needed

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is "completely open for the remaining period" of the ceasefire with the U.S. following the one announced between Lebanon and Israel.

International Business Times · Apr 17

'Ready for business': Trump says Hormuz open but US blockade on Iran continues

Iran has announced the Strait of Hormuz is fully open for commercial vessels. This decision is linked to a ceasefire in Lebanon. The passage will be open for the remaining truce period on a coordinated route. Previously, Iran had restricted passage to certain vessels. A separate US-Iran ceasefire is also…

The Times of India · Apr 17

Vance looms as Trump spirals

DC whispers about impeachment — but forget the 25th Amendment

Salon · Apr 17

Gianni Infantino lays out World Cup 2026 demand as Iran's participation remains in doubt

World Cup 2026 qualifiers Iran are in conflict with the co-hosts and Infantino is calling for 'peace'

FourFourTwo · Apr 17

Europe Faces Jet Fuel Shortage Within Weeks, IEA Chief Warns

Europe is facing a fuel crisis due to the US-Iran conflict, with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz impacting supply and causing price surges.

International Business Times UK · Apr 17

Trump sidelined Congress’ authority over war on Iran – and lawmakers allowed it, extending a 75-year trend

Lawmakers in the U.S. House of Representatives set April 21, 2026, as the date to hear from and question top Pentagon officials Adm. Brad Cooper, the head of U.S. Central Command, and Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, head of U.S. Africa Command, about the war in Iran. But Republican legislators put…

The Conversation · Apr 17

Trump Says New Round Of Talks Could Take Place This Weekend: 'We're Dealing Very Nicely With Them'

President Donald Trump said a new round of negotiations with Iran could take place this weekend as he appears to suggest the war is close to being over.

International Business Times · Apr 17

How Islamophobic rhetoric leaves an impact on the mental health of Muslim Americans

The war with Iran has led to a surge in anti-Muslim rhetoric – spilling into political discourse.

The Conversation · Apr 17

Scoop: U.S. considers $20 billion cash-for-uranium deal with Iran

The U.S. and Iran are negotiating over a three-page plan with some very sensitive elements.

Axios · Apr 17

Sanctions don’t result in regime change. Whether against Iran or Russia, western countries need shrewder tactics

Dissent cannot take hold in soil rendered barren by emigration and embargo. Political opposition needs academic and cultural exchange if it is to prosper, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

The Guardian - UK · Apr 17