Pakistani president seeks to bolster ‘full spectrum’ of ties with China on visit
Asif Ali Zardari’s visit also comes at a time when Islamabad is seeking to play a key role in ending the US-Israeli war on Iran
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Pakistani president seeks to bolster ‘full spectrum’ of ties with China on visit
Asif Ali Zardari’s visit also comes at a time when Islamabad is seeking to play a key role in ending the US-Israeli war on Iran
· Alyssa Chen
China warns US over sanctions 'misuse' after oil refiner Hengli hit
China's Hengli Petrochemical operates a so-called "teapot" refinery on Changxing island in Dalian, Liaoning province. The U.S. Department of Treasury believes the plant is a major refiner of Iranian crude oil. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
UK Royals head to the U.S. in the wake of war, shooting and rocky relations
The U.K.'s King Charles III and Queen Camilla's state visit to the U.S., set to begin on Monday, comes at a time of heightened domestic and geopolitical tension for Washington and London.
· Holly Ellyatt
Iran FM in Russia for high-stakes war talks as tensions with US persist
Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, has arrived in St. Petersburg for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as Tehran steps up diplomatic efforts amid ongoing regional tensions.
· AfricaNews
Israel sent air defence system and troops to UAE during Iran war, report says
Israel supplied the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with an Iron Dome air defence system, along with troops to operate it, during the war on Iran, Axios reported on Sunday, citing several officials.
· Middleeasteye
China industrial profits hit 6-month high amid Iran war as factory-gate prices rebound
Fuel-processing sector pivots to profit while tech gains shield margins from modest revenue growth, highlighting an efficiency-led rally over a demand recovery
· He Huifeng
China’s industrial profits hit 6-month high amid Iran war price spikes
Fuel-processing sector pivots to profit while tech gains shield margins from modest revenue growth, highlighting an efficiency-led rally over a demand recovery
· He Huifeng
Why is the US media silent about Israel’s role in Trump’s decision to go to war? | Jason Stanley
I suspect the main reason they avoid criticizing Israel is that they believe that would be antisemitic. But this is both dangerous and wrong
· Jason Stanley
Middle East crisis live: Trump says Iran can call ‘if they want to talk’ amid impasse on negotiations
US president says there’s ‘no reason to meet’ Tehran unless they agree never to have nuclear weapons
· Guardian Staff
Oil prices jump as US-Iran talks stall
Oil prices jumped almost three percent on Monday as peace talks between the US and Iran stalled and shipments through the Strait of Hormuz remained limited, keeping global oil supplies tight.
· Middleeasteye
Dr Anwar Gargash says Iran's 'ferocious' attacks on Gulf were premeditated | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on Iran war
· Alexander Christou
Manus on Markets: Global stocks of jet fuel are running out as US-Iran deadlock remains | The National
From tariff turmoil and stock shocks to market meltdowns, the global financial system has never been in such flux.
· Manus Cranny
Iranian FM denies Trump has ‘all the cards’
The US is mistaken to believe that it has the most leverage in the war against Iran, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said, as indirect talks between Tehran and Washington remain stalled.
· RT
White House shooting, US-Iran talks, and IDF controversy: What you need to know
In recent developments surrounding global political tensions, a few high-profile events have sparked widespread speculation and debate. The Jerusalem Post desk manager, Shir Perets, cuts through the noise, offering a nuanced perspective on three key stories.
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(LEAD) End of Iran war, stabilization of fuel prices prerequisite for termination of price cap system: minister
(ATTN: ADDS details in paras 3, 12)By Kim Na-young
· Kim Na-young
Iran’s top diplomat lands in Russia for talks with Putin
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End of Iran war, stabilization of fuel prices prerequisite for termination of price cap system: minister
SEJONG, April 27 (Yonhap) -- The end of the war between the United States and Iran, and the stabilization of fuel prices are preconditions for the possible lifting of price ceilings on domestic fuel products, Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan said Monday.
· Kim Na-young
Why Israel and the US were so deadly wrong about regime change in Iran
Back in June 2018, when yet another Israeli-US-Saudi euphoria about "regime change in Iran" was in the air, I published a short essay in which I argued that the idea of regime change in Iran was delusional.
· Middleeasteye
Iran’s top diplomat in Russia as Tehran intensifies efforts to end the war
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Russia for talks with President Vladimir Putin, as Tehran intensifies diplomatic efforts to end the United States-Israel war on Iran.
· Caolán Magee
Irán ofrece reabrir el estrecho de Ormuz y pide a EEUU el fin del bloqueo, dicen funcionarios
El ministro iraní de Exteriores, Abbas Araghchi, se ve de pie esperando al presidente de Rusia, Vladímir Putin, para reuniones en el Kremlin en Moscú, Rusia, el 23 de junio de 2025. (Alexander Kazakov/Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Foto via AP, Archivo)
· Samy Magdy
Iran's Araghchi arrives in Russia as negotiations with US stall | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on Iran war
· Nada AlTaher
Iran reportedly offers deal to US to reopen strait and delay nuclear talks
Washington/Islamabad: Iran has reportedly given the United States a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, and postpone nuclear negotiations.
· Jon Herskovitz, Steve Holland
Energy shocks from the Iran War spread beyond homes, hitting forests and conservation efforts
Workers cook over a coal fire at a small restaurant due to a shortage of commercial gas in Prayagraj, India, Friday, April 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Rajesh Kumar Singh)
· Allan Olingo
Iran offers to ease Strait of Hormuz chokehold, officials say
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stands waiting to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin for the talks at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, June 23, 2025. (Alexander Kazakov/Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP, File)
· Samy Magdy
‘I should not have wished for war’: six ordinary Iranians on how the US-Israel conflict has changed them
In Tehran, the Guardian spoke to people about how war is transforming their feelings toward the regime and their country’s future
Cansados y preocupados, muchos marineros llevan semanas varados en el golfo Pérsico
El sol se levanta detrás de varios buques petroleros anclados en el estrecho de Ormuz, frente a la costa de la isla Qeshm, Irán, el sábado 18 de abril de 2026. (AP Photo/Asghar Besharati)
· Chan Ho Him
Putin-Araghchi meeting planned amid ongoing tensions
Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has left Pakistan for Russia at the head of a diplomatic delegation, as Iran continues consultations over negotiations.
· Middleeasteye
Las acciones asiáticas cierran mixtas y el petróleo sube más de un dólar por incertidumbre en Irán
El operador Matthew Hefter, en el centro, trabaja en la sala de operaciones de la Bolsa de Nueva York, el jueves 23 de abril de 2026. (AP Foto/Richard Drew)
· Elaine Kurtenbach
CNBC Daily Open: On Iran, Trump insists: 'We have all the cards'
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· Leonie Kidd
White House: US will not negotiate through the media
Axios, citing White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt, reported that the United States will not conduct negotiations with Iran through public channels.
· Middleeasteye
Japan's biggest power producer blames Iran war for no earnings visibility
A tanker docks at JERA's liquefied natural gas terminal in Japan's Chiba prefecture. The nation's biggest power producer said on April 27 that its LNG procurement had not been affected by the conflict in the Middle East to date. (Photo by Ryosuke Hanafusa)
· Staff Writer
Araghchi: Pakistan played important role, US approach stalled progress
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Pakistan has played an important role in mediating talks with the United States, Tasnim News Agency reported.
· Middleeasteye
Elbit Systems awarded $200 million in defense contracts during Iran war
During the recent Iran war, Israeli defense technology company Elbit Systems was awarded approximately $200 million in contracts by the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMOD).
· ESTHER DAVIS
Iranian FM Araghchi heads to Russia as US-Iran talks stall, Trump says Iran can call to negotiate
US President Donald Trump said Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month war, as Tehran's foreign minister landed in Russia on Monday to seek support from President Vladimir Putin.
· REUTERS
Chinese refiner Hengli denies Iran ties after US sanctions hit shares
Shares in Hengli Petrochemical fell by 10 percent after the United States imposed sanctions over alleged purchases of oil from Iran, Reuters reported.
· Middleeasteye
Iran puts forward new plan for Strait of Hormuz amid renewed diplomatic push | The National
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, Iran puts forward a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, as diplomatic activity intensifies.
· The National
U.S.-Iran peace talks stall. Here's where things stand — and what's next for global markets
Global markets are entering the week balancing resilient risk appetite against renewed geopolitical strain as prospects of U.S.-Iran negotiations took a hit over the weekend.
· Lee Ying Shan
European markets to start the week broadly higher despite Iran-U.S. impasse
LONDON — European stocks are expected to start the new week on a broadly positive footing as investors keep a close eye on stalled Iran-U.S. peace talks and look ahead to central bank meetings.
· Holly Ellyatt
Iran relies on Chinese and Russian tech to give drones 'pinpoint accuracy' | The National
Iran has achieved a new level of precision in its drone and missile capabilities by relying on Chinese and Russian-made guidance chips linked to satellite systems, defence analysts and officials have told The National.
· Thomas Harding
World’s greenest countries eye drilling as fix for Iran crisis
BRUSSELS — Dozens of countries leading the global charge to go green are gathered in Colombia this week to champion moves to ditch fossil fuels.
· Zia Weise, Charlie Cooper
'I don't want the children to see how worried we are': UK family finances hit by Iran war
Before the US-Israel war with Iran, Naomi did not think twice about filling up the family van for her young daughter's regular hospital trips. But not any more.
· Rahil Sheikh
Live updates: Oil prices rise over stalled US-Iran talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met on Sunday with the Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tariq Al Said, in Muscat. Oman’s foreign minister, Badr al Busaidi, also attended the meeting.
Araghchi arrives in Russia for talks with Putin on war, diplomacy
Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in St Petersburg for talks with senior Russian officials, including President Vladimir Putin, saying the visit aims at “continuing close consultations between Tehran and Moscow on regional and international issues”.
· Middleeasteye
Ship crews face strain as the Strait of Hormuz remains shut
Backdropped by ships in the Strait of Hormuz, damage, according to local witnesses caused by several recent airstrikes during the U.S.-Israel military campaign, is seen on a fishing pier in the port of Qeshm island, Iran, Monday, April 13, 2026. (AP Photo/Asghar Besharati)
· Chan Ho Him
Fed meeting: Iran war and Powell future add to uncertain outlook | The National
US Federal Reserve officials will approach this week's two-day policy meeting with questions mounting over the economic fallout of the Iran war and the central bank's leadership transition.
· Kyle Fitzgerald
Asian shares are mixed, as Tokyo hits fresh records
Options trader Matthew Hefter, center, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Thursday, April 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
· Elaine Kurtenbach
Oil prices rise as US-Iran peace talks stall
Oil prices rose on Monday morning in Asia after plans for a second round of peace talks between the US and Iran stalled again.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Iran loads 4.6 million barrels despite US blockade, tracker says
Maritime analytics firm TankerTrackers said Iran has loaded the equivalent of 4.6 million barrels of crude oil at export terminals, suggesting continued activity despite a US naval blockade.
· Middleeasteye
King Charles and Queen Camilla head to Washington for high-stakes US visit | The National
The UK's King Charles III and Queen Camilla on Monday begin a four-day visit to the US, a high-stakes trip that comes at a time when transatlantic relations are strained thanks to the Iran war and President Donald Trump's repeated attacks on Nato.
· Thomas Watkins