23:20

Middle East Conflict

live Iranian FM says missile capacity at 120%; Deadly Israeli strikes hit Lebanon - Middle East conflict on 8 May

The U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in and around the Strait of Hormuz, though both sides signalled they did not want escalation. The clashes come as Washington awaits Tehran’s response to a proposed deal to end the war while leaving key disputes, such as Iran’s nuclear programme, unresolved for now.

08:35

DOGE

U.S. judge rules Trump-era DOGE grant cuts unconstitutional

A federal judge on 7 May ruled that the Trump administration’s cancellation of hundreds of humanities grants under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was unconstitutional and amounted to “blatant viewpoint discrimination”.

02:21

Middle East Conflict

U.S. launches 'retaliatory strikes' on Iran as Tehran's military accuses Washington of breaching ceasefire

The U.S. military said it carried out retaliatory strikes against Iran on Thursday (7 May), as Iran’s military leadership accused Washington of violating a Pakistani-mediated ceasefire agreed to back in April.

00:38

China-U.S.

Divisions over Iran and Taiwan set to overshadow meeting between Trump and Xi

U.S. President Donald Trump will meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing next week on a two-day visit, his first trip to China in eight years. Delayed for two months by the Iran conflict, Taiwan, industrial matters, and the Strait of Hormuz are likely to dominate the talks.

19:16

Middle East Conflict

U.S. launches 'retaliatory strikes' on Iran as Tehran's military says ceasefire breached - Middle East conflict on 7 May

The U.S military said it carried out retaliatory strikes on Iran on Thursday (7 May). Meanwhile, Iran's Joint Military Command accused the U.S. of breaching the ceasefire, by striking an Iranian oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and launching attacks on several Iranian cities. 

17:31

Diplomacy

U.S.-Iran diplomacy gains momentum despite ‘strategic mistake’

U.S.-Iran diplomacy is gaining momentum after weeks of military escalation, but tensions remain high from the Strait of Hormuz to Lebanon. Analysts say simultaneous negotiations and military pressure reflect a broader regional struggle that is far from over.

11:01

Middle East Conflict

Tehran reviews U.S. peace plan as Trump pushes for deal

U.S. President Donald Trump has predicted a swift end to the war with Iran, as Tehran considers a U.S.-backed peace proposal that sources say could formally end the conflict but leaves several core disputes unresolved.

16:30

Middle East Conflict

Iran wants to make deal, Trump says - Middle East conflict on 6 May

U.S. President Donald Trump said that Iran wanted to negotiate and make a deal in comments to reporters on Wednesday (6 May). But earlier, he warned Washington would ramp up attacks if no agreement was reached. 

10:41

Middle East Conflict

Iranian FM Araghchi holds talks in Beijing, ahead of U.S.-China leaders' summit

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met China’s top diplomat in Beijing on Wednesday (6 May), underscoring deepening ties between Tehran and Beijing ahead of high-level U.S.-China talks expected to touch on Iran and the Gulf crisis.

02:51

Middle East Conflict

Iran's military denies attacks as UAE reports missile strikes for second consecutive day - Middle East conflict on 5 May

The United Arab Emirate said it was dealing with missile and drone attacks from Iran for the second day in a row on Tuesday (5 May), despite denials from authorities in Tehran who threatened a "crushing response" if the UAE retaliated. 

19:42

Middle East Conflict

No military solution to Iran-U.S. war, Tehran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says - Middle East conflict on 4 May

Iran warned Armerican forces on Monday (4 May) not to enter the Strait of Hormuz, after the U.S. said it had launched a mission to try and reopen the sea passage. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister said there was no military solution to the Middle East conflict. 

08:22

Middle East conflict

President Trump warns U.S. could restart Iran strikes as he reviews new proposal from Iran

President Donald Trump has said the United States could restart strikes on Iran “if they misbehave”, as he waits to review the full details of a new proposal from Tehran.

10:14

Middle East Conflict

Iran's Gharibabadi says peace plan sent to Pakistan, ball in U.S. court - Saturday, 2 May

President Trump has issued a warning to the international community, claiming a nuclear-armed Iran would strike Israel "very quickly" before targeting Europe and the United States.

01:53

Politics

U.S. officials say 5,000 troops to be withdrawn from Germany

The United States is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany, the Pentagon announced on Friday, as a rift over the Iran war widens between President Donald Trump and Europe.

01:47

U.S. sanctions

Trump broadens U.S. sanctions targeting the Cuban government and its affiliates

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday broadening U.S. sanctions against the Cuban government, two White House officials told Reuters, as he seeks to put more pressure on Havana. 

16:11

Expert View

U.S.-Iran tensions remain high as Trump warns military action still possible

Tensions between Washington and Tehran remain elevated after renewed warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump that military action against Iran has not been ruled out, alongside claims that Iranian leadership is eager to reach a deal.

22:08

White House visit

Britain’s King Charles concludes U.S. state visit with farewell to Trump

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla began wrapping up their four-day state visit to the U.S. with a very quick stop at the White House to bid farewell to U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, having already charmed him at a formal dinner two days prior.

01:24

Middle East tension

U.S. Iran war cost equals NASA’s entire annual budget, Pentagon says

The U.S. war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday (29 April), offering the first official estimate of the military’s price tag for the conflict. The sum is equivalent to NASA’s entire budget for this year.

22:32

Middle East Conflict

Iran oil losses could reach $435m as U.S. blockade tightens, analyst says

Iran could lose up to $435 million in oil exports due to a U.S. naval blockade, though a full institutional collapse remains unlikely, according to a geopolitical researcher.

01:14

Politics

King Charles stresses U.S.-UK unity in Congress address amid Iran tensions

King Charles III told the U.S. Congress that despite rising tensions in Europe and the Middle East, the United Kingdom and United States remain united in defending democracy, even as divisions grow over the war with Iran.

10:47

WHCD Shooter

White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting: New details emerge on suspect Cole Tomas Allen

According to U.S. media, Cole Tomas Allen, aged 31, carried guns and knives while he attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner in the Hilton Washington hotel on Saturday, 25 April 2026.

08:07

Security

U.S. President Trump is 'safe' after 'lone wolf' shooting at annual White House dinner

U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were rushed out of the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner by Secret Service agents after a 31 year old suspect attempted to storm event. 

19:19

Middle East conflict

Trump ceasefire strategy raises pressure on Iran to negotiate

U.S. efforts to push Iran into accepting pre-war conditions are intensifying, as tensions continue despite an extended ceasefire between Iran and the U.S.

15:15

Peace talks

Iran rules out U.S. talks as ceasefire deadline looms

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf has ruled out a new round of negotiations with the U.S. in Islamabad on Tuesday “under shadow of threats.”