U.S. President Donald Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to launch major strikes on Iran and seize control of its oil industry, including the vital Kharg Island oil terminal, as tensions escalated and a ceasefire remained unstable. The conflict disrupted global energy supplies and increased regional tensions, with Trump expressing frustration over stalled negotiations.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes for a second day, with the U.S. targeting Iranian military sites and Iran firing at Gulf states and Jordan. The U.S. disabled an oil tanker to block Iranian ports, and Iran claimed the Strait of Hormuz was closed, though this was disputed. Negotiations to end the conflict remain stalled.

French and Swiss authorities have imposed strict security measures for the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, due to fears of violent protests. The summit, focusing on global issues like the Middle East and climate, faces demonstrations led by anti-capitalist groups opposing U.S. President Donald Trump's policies. Security includes military support, airspace restrictions, and limited border crossings.

A U.S. military drone boat rescued two Army aviators after their Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz. The 24-foot Corsair drone, operated by the Navy’s Task Force 59, marked the first known at-sea drone rescue by the U.S. military. The crash, under investigation, occurred amid heightened tensions between Iran, the U.S., and Israel, with U.S. President Donald Trump expressing optimism about a potential deal with Iran.

Israel and Iran exchanged strikes for the first time since a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, raising fears of a return to full-scale war in the Middle East. The U.S. President Donald Trump urged both sides to stop fighting, while Iran warned of 'much more severe' retaliation if further aggression occurs.

Canada is urging the United States and Mexico to renew their free trade agreement for another 16 years. This comes as U.S. President Donald Trump revives discussions about making Canada the 51st state.

Iran is reviewing a proposed agreement with the United States to halt the war between the two countries, as reported by Iran's Mehr news. U.S. President Donald Trump stated that talks to reach a deal are continuing.

The U.S. Justice Department will pause a nearly $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate allies of U.S. President Donald Trump following a court ruling that temporarily blocked the plan. The pause is in effect for at least two weeks as the department complies with the court's decision.

An Israeli airstrike killed at least two Palestinians and wounded 12 at a crowded Gaza café during public holidays, according to health officials. The attack occurred despite a failed October ceasefire brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, with no immediate Israeli comment provided.

The article discusses Israel's growing concern over U.S. President Trump's efforts to finalize an Iran deal, which could undermine Israel's security. It also highlights the controversy surrounding Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's misconduct and the need for Israel to assert itself against Iran.

Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has largely halted due to ongoing blockades following a joint U.S.-Israeli war with Iran that began on February 28. Despite U.S. President Donald Trump's statement that Iran would allow 20 ships to cross, only some Chinese-owned vessels managed to transit the critical oil and gas waterway on March 30, 2026.