The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Asian stocks rally after Trump’s Iran ceasefire and ‘immediate’ Hormuz opening—even as it remains unclear how open the strait actually is

Asian markets surged on the possibility that much needed oil, gas and commodities can start flowing through the Strait of Hormuz again.

Fortune · Apr 8

Starmer says UK will do ‘all we can’ to support US-Iran ceasefire as he heads to Gulf

Prime minister to discuss efforts to uphold ceasefire with Gulf allies

The Independent UK · Apr 8

Rescued US airman treated in Germany after CIA located him in Iran by heartbeat

Using top-tier technology, the CIA was able to locate a US weapons systems officer in Iran after his fighter jet was downed. He is now being treated at the Landstuhl Regional Medical Centre (LRMC), the largest American military hospital outside the US.

Euronews · Apr 8

Trump lashes out at CNN over reporting of Iran ceasefire deal

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The Independent UK · Apr 8

Trump hails ‘complete victory’ in Iran ceasefire deal as oil prices tumble

President Donald Trump has claimed a "total and complete victory" following a two-week ceasefire deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The agreement led to oil prices falling below $100, with Trump hailing it as a "big day for world peace" on Truth Social. Before the deal, Trump…

The Independent UK · Apr 8

Wednesday briefing: ​Has the sacking of a shop worker highlighted our unease around how crime is tackled?

In today’s newsletter: A Waitrose worker’s dismissal ​after confronting a shoplifter has become a flashpoint in a wider debate over rising retail crime

The Guardian - UK · Apr 8

US and Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as Trump pulls back on threats

U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Newslaundry · Apr 8

Iran-US ceasefire details: Trump predicts 'positive action', 'big money' after truce; US to 'hang around' Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump declared a "total and complete victory" after announcing a ceasefire with Iran, ending 38 days of Operation Epic Fury. Both nations claimed success, with Iran pointing to Washington's acceptance of its 10-point proposal. The deal, brokered with Pakistan's mediation and potentially China's influence, addresses nuclear concerns…

The Times of India · Apr 8

Iranians form human chains on bridges amid tensions with US and Israel

Hundreds of people in Iran formed human chains on bridges after a government call to show support and protect infrastructure during heightened tensions.

Euronews · Apr 8

Iran-US war live: Tehran vows ‘heavy response’ if Israel doesn’t stop deadly barrage on Lebanon immediately

Revolutionary Guards say any attack on Hezbollah 'is an attack on Iran'

The Independent UK · Apr 8