Trump shocked Netanyahu with post declaring Lebanon strikes "prohibited" Trump's post suggested he was giving Israel an order it had no choice but to obey. Axios · Apr 17
Half of Iran’s workforce faces unemployment risk as the U.S.-Israel war's 'hidden target' was the labor market, economist says “Even if the cease-fire holds, Iran’s most vulnerable people will suffer the long-term consequences of this 40-day conflict.” Fortune · Apr 17
The truce in Lebanon is key to ending the wider Iran war, but challenges remain A truce took hold Friday between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah, providing relief on both sides of the border and an opening for Iran and the United States to reach a deal to end the wider war The Independent UK · Apr 17
Iran says strait of Hormuz ‘completely open’ but sounds warning on US blockade Iran’s parliamentary speaker says strait could close again if US blockade continues, but Trump says it will remain in place until ‘transaction’ with Tehran is complete The Guardian - UK · Apr 17
Trump announces Israel-Lebanon ceasefire claiming he solved a 10th war: ‘does it count if he helped start it?’ President Donald Trump just announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, claiming it as the 10th war he has solved. The deal follows a meeting between the two nations’ ambassadors in Washington in their first high-level talks since 1993. But the timing and Trump’s involvement have raised eyebrows, especially… The Mary Sue · Apr 17
Kensington Gardens cordoned off: everything we know so far Police are investigating a ‘number of discarded items’ and potential links to a video saying an attack on the Israeli embassy was planned Evening Standard · Apr 17
Bulletin world briefing: Trump declares ‘victory’ over Iran and EU plots jet fuel release Trump claims ‘victory’ as Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz and attacks Nato EU plans jet fuel stock release as Iran crisis threatens summer flights Korean pop giants unite for new global festival to rival Coachella Helicopter crashes minutes after take-off killing eight on board Lebanese people return home amid… The Independent UK · Apr 17
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: civilians return to ruined towns in southern Lebanon A ceasefire in Lebanon has brought a pause in fighting after weeks of war. Residents are returning to damaged homes as questions remain over how long the truce will hold. Euronews · Apr 17
Iran’s ambassador to France backs Lebanon truce, tells RFI ‘we prefer dialogue’ Iran has welcomed a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, calling it a chance to reduce tensions after months of conflict. Tehran's ambassador to France, Mohammad Amin Nejad, told RFI his country supports dialogue with Washington and insists its nuclear programme is peaceful, while leaving the door open to… Radio France Internationale · Apr 17
Trump tells Israel ‘enough is enough’ while announcing ‘nuclear dust’ mission IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 17
Donald Trump says Israel ‘prohibited’ from bombing Lebanon; vows 'appropriate' handling of Hezbollah Donald Trump announced the US has prohibited Israel from bombing Lebanon, stating strikes will cease. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue efforts to dismantle Hezbollah, despite a ceasefire. UN observers noted no airstrikes but reported Israeli artillery shelling in southern Lebanon. The Times of India · Apr 17
Iran Reopens Strait of Hormuz for Commercial Shipping Amid Ceasefire; Trump Responds Iran has announced the reopening of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz to all commercial vessels, signaling a temporary easing of regional tensions following recent ceasefire agreements. Whats Hot · Apr 17
Global Oil Prices Collapse as Iran Flashes Green Light at Hormuz, but Trump Refuses to Blink on Naval Blockade Oil prices plunged after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz fully open to commercial shipping during the Israel–Lebanon ceasefire, while Donald Trump insisted the US naval blockade of Iranian ports would remain International Business Times UK · Apr 17
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open for commercial vessels during Lebanon ceasefire Following a Lebanon ceasefire, Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz to all commercial vessels for the truce's duration. This development aligns with a US-brokered deal between Israel and Lebanon, aiming to halt hostilities and pave the way for peace talks. The agreement emphasizes Lebanon's responsibility for its security and… The Times of India · Apr 17
The Times of India · Apr 17 2,500-year-old cistern reveals remains of up to 89 infants and young children at Tel Azekah, Israel Archaeologists working at the ancient city of Tel Azekah in the Judean foothills have uncovered an extraordinary archaeological anomaly, namely a repurposed water cistern used as a mass grave for 68 to 89 infants and small children who died approximately 2,500 years ago. The results of the research were published…
The Guardian - UK · Apr 17 Police in protective clothing respond to incident near Israeli embassy in London ‘Discarded items’ assessed as officers investigate video in which group claimed to have targeted embassy
Evening Standard · Apr 17 Kensington Gardens LIVE: Police probe if 'discarded items' are linked to Israeli embassy 'drone attack' video A video, which appears to have been shared by the group Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia, shows a target over an image of the Israeli embassy
The Guardian - US · Apr 17 Slump in voters’ support for Israel shakes US consensus over military aid Bipartisan backing for special relationship is fraying as Middle East conflicts turn public opinion
Evening Standard · Apr 17 Keir Starmer arrives in Paris for Strait of Hormuz talks The Strait of Hormuz has been blockaded by Iran since the US-Israeli strikes on the country began, threatening world oil supplies.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 17 First Thing: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon after ‘excellent conversations’ Halt to fighting will be followed by first Israeli-Lebanese summit in decades. Plus, why are there so many false claims that famous lines in cinema were improvised?
Euronews · Apr 17 Did Apple remove Lebanon’s villages from its maps? It says they were never there Claims that the US tech giant, Apple, intentionally erased settlement names in southern Lebanon recently went viral. The tech giant says they were never included.
BANG Premier · Apr 17 Roger Waters blasts back at Disturbed frontman David Draiman after being accused of ‘massive betrayal’ to ‘Jews everywhere’ In an escalation of a public row over the pair’s opposing stances on the Israel–Palestine conflict, Roger Waters has hit back at Disturbed frontman David Draiman after being accused of a “massive betrayal” to “Jews everywhere”.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 17 France's Macron says fragile Lebanon ceasefire 'may already be undermined' A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah – which took effect at midnight on Thursday after weeks of escalating cross-border fighting – risks collapsing, French President Emmanuel Macron warned, after reports of violations in southern Lebanon.
The Independent UK · Apr 17 A fragile calm in Lebanon as a US-brokered truce holds and families head home A fragile calm has settled over parts of Lebanon as a 10-day ceasefire brokered by the United States takes hold between Israel and Hezbollah