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Air Travel Faces Fuel Crisis Due to Prolonged Iran War
The Iran war, now in its 53rd day, has doubled jet fuel prices, grounding flights and raising airfares globally. Airlines warn of vanishing routes amid supply shortages from the US-Israel initiated conflict.
President Trump extended a ceasefire but no new peace talks are planned.
Trump Orders 'Shoot and Kill' on Iranian Boats in Strait of Hormuz
US President Trump issued a 'shoot and kill' directive targeting Iranian vessels after the Hormuz blockade failed. Tensions rise with seizures of Iran-linked tankers and clashes with IRGC.
Fears grow of wider conflict disrupting global energy routes.
US Navy Forces 31 Vessels Back in Iranian Port Blockade
Since Trump's April 13 blockade of Iranian ports, the US Navy turned back 31 vessels. Iran's economy loses $500 million daily, with oil unable to move.
White House satisfied with economic leverage as peace talks stall.
Senate Rejects Bid to Limit Trump's Military Power Against Iran
Democrats' fifth attempt since February 28 war start failed to curb Trump's Iran military actions. No deadline set for Iran's peace proposal amid ongoing blockade.
Talks face obstacles like US breaches and threats, per Iran's president.
Israeli Forces Kill Five in Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire
Israeli strikes killed at least five, including journalist Amal Khalil, violating US-brokered ceasefire. Ceasefire ends Sunday; new Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington exclude Hezbollah.
UN works to maintain presence in Lebanon into 2027.
Trump Says 'Clock is Ticking' for Iran But No Rush to End War
President Trump stated the US is in no hurry to end the war but warned Iran time is running out. Ceasefire extension made amid ongoing Hormuz flexing by Iran.
Second round of US-brokered talks unclear.
Pope Leo XIV Concludes Africa Tour with Mass in Equatorial Guinea
Pope Leo XIV ended his Africa visit with an open-air mass in Equatorial Guinea. The event marks the finale of a significant papal tour across the continent.
No further details on tour outcomes provided.
UK Parliament Passes World's Toughest Anti-Smoking Bill
Bill bans cigarette sales to those born after December 31, 2008, even as adults. Measures aim to be the strictest globally against smoking.
Public opinions on the generational ban are mixed.
Head-On Train Collision in Denmark Injures at Least 18
Two trains crashed head-on, injuring 18 with five critically hurt. Incident occurred recently, details on cause pending official reports.
Emergency response mobilized swiftly.
Trump Reposts 'India Hellhole' Claim Amid Citizenship Debate
Trump reshared a post calling India and China 'hellholes' and immigrants 'gangsters with laptops'. India's MEA noted reports cautiously without strong rebuke.
Post tied to US birthright citizenship Supreme Court case.
EU Leaders Meet in Cyprus on Ukraine, Hormuz, Energy, Defence
European leaders discuss Ukraine aid, Hormuz crisis, energy shortages, and mutual defence. Topics include unblocking Ukraine loans and Russia sanctions.
Germany unveils first military strategy focusing on range, speed, deterrence.
Iran's Exiled Crown Prince Attacked with Red Liquid in Berlin
Reza Pahlavi splattered with red liquid during public appearance. Incident highlights tensions around Iranian opposition figures abroad.
No arrests or motives detailed yet.