Trump declares Hormuz demined and warns Iran as Rubio pauses U.S. strikes and pivots to sanctions. Tehran promises a two-year plan.
Category: World News
New Hormuz Tanker Strike as Iran and Oman Near Shipping Deal
Iran and Oman edge toward a Hormuz shipping deal as a fresh tanker strike and a U.S. “economic war” test Tehran’s resolve.
Swiss Weisshorn Glacier on Level 3 Alert as Avalanches Hit
Randa raises Weisshorn hazard alert to Level 3 after three glacier avalanches; Etna’s ash closes Catania airport; Granada quake swarm continues.
Hormuz Crossings Hit 3-Month Low of 1 Ship as US Threatens Strikes
Hormuz crossings hit a 3-month low of one ship as Washington expands sanctions and dangles more strikes; China warns of ‘spillover risks.’
Bessent Puts China on Notice as ‘Economic Outcast’ Hits Iran
US Treasury launches ‘Operation Economic Outcast’ against Iran and puts Beijing on notice; war support at home slides to 31% as Trump stalls at 33%.
Iran Blacklists 45 Ships as US Declares ‘Economic D-Day’
Washington’s ‘economic D-Day’ meets Iran’s 45-ship Hormuz blacklist; China’s Iran oil buys face new scrutiny as Guterres warns of famine.
Kanlaon Volcano Spews Ash; H5N1 Imperils Australian Sea Lions
Kanlaon emits 200m ash plume under Alert Level 2; H5N1 confirmed in Australian seal; NC quakes, Ohio storms, and more.
US Renunciation Fee Drops to $450; Renunciations at 5-Year High
Renunciation fee hits $450 amid five-year high; Mexico stays at Level 2; Aruba requires ED card; Panama tops expat survey.