The Latest Breaking News from Iran

‘A whole civilisation will die tonight’: Trump’s genocide threat against Iran was another new low for America

Around 153 BCE, Cato the Elder, one of Rome’s most prominent senators, began ending every single one of his speeches with the same words: “Carthago delenda est”, or “Carthage must be destroyed”.

The Conversation · Apr 9

Aussie shares shaky as ceasefire hangs in the balance

Hopes around a delicate truce between the US and Iran have come under pressure less than a day after the agreement was struck, weighing on market confidence.

AAP · Apr 9

US-Iran ceasefire: Was Israel kept out of talks till the end?

Israel expressed dissatisfaction with the US over its handling of the Iran ceasefire, feeling informed late and excluded from consultations. Despite public support from Prime Minister Netanyahu, who set clear limits, concerns remain about the agreement's scope, particularly regarding Lebanon. Tensions persist, with Hezbollah launching rockets following Israeli strikes.

The Times of India · Apr 9

Nato chief says Trump ‘clearly disappointed’ by US allies’ refusal to join Iran war

Mark Rutte praises ‘very frank’ talks but declines to say if president discussed potential withdrawal from alliance

The Guardian - US · Apr 9

MAGA activist rejects Iran ceasefire: ‘It has already failed’

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The Independent UK · Apr 9

Newly created Polymarket accounts win big on well-timed Iran ceasefire bets

Customers make hundreds of thousands of dollars as records show substantial bets made before announcement

The Guardian - US · Apr 9

Vance compares wife’s ‘right to skydive’ to Iran’s nuclear enrichment

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The Independent UK · Apr 8

Donald Trump’s US ratings fall to a record low amid Iran war

United States President Donald Trump’s net approval has fallen to a record low on the Iran war, while Democrats had a 25-point swing in their favour in a federal special election. On current polling, Democrats are likely to win the US House but not the Senate at midterm elections this…

The Conversation · Apr 8

US says Iran war met all objectives ‘exactly as planned’

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The Independent UK · Apr 8

Starmer to meet Middle East leaders amid fragile Iran ceasefire

The Prime Minister continued his two-day visit to the Gulf region after meeting the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman, on Wednesday.

Evening Standard · Apr 8