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Iran, Israel and the U.S. agree to a ceasefire, though Tel Aviv says the deal does not extend to Lebanon - 8 April

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Iran, Israel and the U.S. agree to a ceasefire, though Tel Aviv says the deal does not extend to Lebanon - 8 April

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Iran and the United States, along with their allies, have agreed to an immediate two-week ceasefire covering all areas, but Israel says the deal excludes Lebanon. Tel Aviv says the U.S. is committed to achieving shared goals in upcoming negotiations.

Violence intensifies in Lebanon as Israeli strikes raise civilian toll

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Violence intensifies in Lebanon as Israeli strikes raise civilian toll

As global attention centres on the conflict between Iran and the U.S., violence in Lebanon is intensifying, with Israeli strikes hitting residential areas, causing mounting civilian casualties and deepening an already severe humanitarian crisis.

Global air travel disruption continues despite U.S.-Iran ceasefire

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Global air travel disruption continues despite U.S.-Iran ceasefire

International air travel remains severely disrupted despite the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran announced on Wednesday (8 April), leaving many passengers unable to reach their destinations after conflict-related cancellations at major Middle Eastern hubs including Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi.

Hezbollah pauses attacks amid U.S.-Iran ceasefire; Israel continues strikes in Lebanon

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Hezbollah pauses attacks amid U.S.-Iran ceasefire; Israel continues strikes in Lebanon

Lebanon’s Hezbollah said it had stopped firing on northern Israel and Israeli forces on Wednesday as part of a two-week ceasefire in the Middle East brokered between the United States and Iran. However, a Hezbollah lawmaker warned that the pause could collapse if Tel Aviv does not adhere to it.

Trump agreed to two-week ceasefire with Iran just hours before deadline

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Trump agreed to two-week ceasefire with Iran just hours before deadline

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that he had agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, less than two hours before his deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face U.S. attacks on its civilian infrastructure.

Oil slides below $100 and stocks jump after two-week Iran war ceasefire agreed

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Oil slides below $100 and stocks jump after two-week Iran war ceasefire agreed

Financial markets experienced a monumental shift as crude valuations tumbled and equity indices surged worldwide.

World leaders welcome U.S.-Iran ceasefire but warn tensions remain high

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World leaders welcome U.S.-Iran ceasefire but warn tensions remain high

World leaders have welcomed a two-week ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. announced on Wednesday, following a tense day marked by threats from U.S. President Donald Trump to wipe out Iranian civilisation if a deal was not reached.

UK's Starmer heads to Gulf to shore up Iran-U.S. ceasefire and discuss opening Hormuz

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UK's Starmer heads to Gulf to shore up Iran-U.S. ceasefire and discuss opening Hormuz

UK's Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has welcomed a ceasefire between Iran and the United States, that was reached overnight, as he travels to the Gulf to support diplomatic efforts to sustain the agreement and stabilise the region.

Iran says it will enter ceasefire talks with the U.S. 'out of total distrust'

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View from Iran

Iran says it will enter ceasefire talks with the U.S. 'out of total distrust'

Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC) announced on Wednesday that ceasefire negotiations with the U.S. are scheduled for Friday (10 April) in Islamabad, stressing that it will enter into two weeks of talks “out of total distrust”.

Iran's military: Trump is 'delusional' as Tehran rejects ceasefire proposal amid threats ahead of Hormuz deadline

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Iran's military: Trump is 'delusional' as Tehran rejects ceasefire proposal amid threats ahead of Hormuz deadline

Iran said on Monday it wanted a lasting end to the war with the U.S. and Israel, and pushed back against pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while U.S. President Donald Trump warned the country could be "taken out" if it did not meet his Tuesday night deadline to reach a deal.

UN Security Council fails to back resolution aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz as China and Russia use vetoes

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UN Security Council fails to back resolution aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz as China and Russia use vetoes

The UN Security Council has failed to back a Bahraini resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, after China and Russia used their vetoes on Tuesday (7 April). The draft resolution called for coordinated "defensive measures" to ensure freedom of navigation in the strait.

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UN Security Council fails to back resolution aimed at reopening Strait of Hormuz as China and Russia use vetoes

The UN Security Council has failed to back a Bahraini resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, after China and Russia used their vetoes on Tuesday (7 April). The draft resolution called for coordinated "defensive measures" to ensure freedom of navigation in the strait.

Trump threatens Iran's 'whole civilisation,' while UN fails to agree on reopening Strait of Hormuz - Tuesday, 7 April

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Trump threatens Iran's 'whole civilisation,' while UN fails to agree on reopening Strait of Hormuz - Tuesday, 7 April

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran's "whole civilisation" on Tuesday in a post on social media. Meanwhile, the UN failed to reach an agreemement on a resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, after China and Russia used their vetoes.

Trump threatens severe action if Iran does not agree to ceasefire deal

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Trump threatens severe action if Iran does not agree to ceasefire deal

U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran it could face devastating strikes within hours unless it agrees to a ceasefire by Tuesday night, escalating tensions with Tehran.

Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come- Monday, 6 April

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Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come- Monday, 6 April

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday told reporters that Iran could be taken out in one night, "and that night might be tomorrow night," warning Tehran it had to make a deal by Tuesday night or face wider bombing raids.

Iran warns U.S. threats to civilian infrastructure risk dragging region into ‘endless war’

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View from Iran

Iran warns U.S. threats to civilian infrastructure risk dragging region into ‘endless war’

Iran’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York has warned that U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to attack civilian infrastructure risks dragging the region into an “endless war,” calling for immediate action by the world body.

Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump warns war could end ‘very quickly’

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Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump warns war could end ‘very quickly’

Iran has rejected a U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal, insisting any agreement must deliver a permanent end to the war, according to state media on Monday.

Turkish FM meets U.S. envoy, speaks with Iranian counterpart

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View from Türkiye

Turkish FM meets U.S. envoy, speaks with Iranian counterpart

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Monday met U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye Tom Barrack, Washington’s special envoy to Syria, diplomatic sources said. Earlier, Fidan spoke by phone with his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi.

Iran, U.S. receive 'Islamabad Accord' to end hostilities that could be implemented Monday, a source says

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Iran, U.S. receive 'Islamabad Accord' to end hostilities that could be implemented Monday, a source says

A new proposal to end hostilities between the United States and Iran could come into effect as soon as Monday, potentially reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz, a source familiar with the plan said on Monday.

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Trump threatens Iran's power plants and bridges in expletive-ridden statement - Middle East conflict on 5 April

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran's energy and transport infrastructure in a social media post containing expletives on Sunday (5 April), as he seperately gave Iran a deadline of Tuesday to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. special forces recover second airman from F‑15 shot down over Iran

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U.S. special forces recover second airman from F‑15 shot down over Iran

The United States rescued an airman caught behind lines after Iran shot down his F-15 fighter jet, the U.S. government said early on Sunday (5 April), resolving a major crisis for President Donald Trump with the war on Iran in its sixth week.

India secures Iranian oil for first time in seven years amid global supply disruptions

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India secures Iranian oil for first time in seven years amid global supply disruptions

India has purchased crude oil from Iran for the first time in seven years, as supply disruptions in the Middle East threaten global energy markets.

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Trump gives Iran 48-hour deadline as search for missing American pilot continues - Middle East conflict 4 April

One U.S. crew member has been rescued after two American warplanes were downed over Iran and the Gulf, as the search continues for a missing pilot, while President Donald Trump has given Tehran 48 hours to agree to a deal to end the war.