A moment of risk and opportunity: How two ceasefires could boost US-Iran talks
Published on: April 17, 2026, 7:59 pm
Some kind of diplomatic progress is now under way, but is it enough to prevent a return to war?
Read Full Article »UK and France to lead defensive mission in Strait of Hormuz
Published on: April 17, 2026, 6:27 pm
Sir Keir Starmer has said further details of the plan will come after a meeting in London next week.
Read Full Article »Oil prices plunge as Iran says Strait of Hormuz 'open' during ceasefire
Published on: April 17, 2026, 6:32 pm
Brent crude sinks by a tenth after Iran says the key waterway is open for commercial ships for the rest of the ceasefire.
Read Full Article »Some Iran-linked ships have crossed US blockade, data suggests
Published on: April 17, 2026, 2:36 pm
At least four vessels tracked from Iranian ports appear to have crossed a US blockade line in the Gulf of Oman, analysis of ship-tracking data suggests.
Read Full Article »Ceasefire with Israel brings respite to Lebanon, but obstacles to peace remain
Published on: April 17, 2026, 2:31 pm
The halt to weeks of fighting is being celebrated in Lebanon, but it will be difficult to ensure it lasts.
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