How Hong Kong can attract talent and capital from the Middle East
Readers discuss the opportunity for the city created by the Iran war, the proposal to allow taxis into Discovery Bay, and a planned pig farm in Sheung Shui
· Letters
Follow the story
Iran
A focused view of neutral reporting on Iran, brought together across publishers.
Explore all topics →
Neutral reports only
Newest first · UTC+11:00How Hong Kong can attract talent and capital from the Middle East
Readers discuss the opportunity for the city created by the Iran war, the proposal to allow taxis into Discovery Bay, and a planned pig farm in Sheung Shui
· Letters
Iranian extradited to US to face 2014 smuggling indictment over export of military sonar gear
SEATTLE — An Iranian citizen who was indicted more than a decade ago on charges that he shipped military sonar equipment from the US to Iran in violation of American trade sanctions has been extradited to Seattle, the Justice Department said Monday.
· Associated Press
After Iran war, attack on Gulf States, will the GCC withdraw from Arab League - analysis
The participation of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states and their continued membership in the Arab League have become a subject of questions and speculation, especially after the Arab League came under fire following the Israeli-American-Iranian conflict and the Iranian attacks on the Gulf states and Jordan.
· ALI HUSSAIN/THE MEDIA LINE
US did not meet goals in Iran war, report says
The war on Iran has weakened the global influence of the United States and widened the gap with its allies, according to a report by Politico.
· Middleeasteye
Asian shares are mixed and oil prices slip as US-Iran talks in doubt
Trader Michael Milano, left, works on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, Monday, April 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
· Elaine Kurtenbach
IMF's Jihad Azour says Iran war more disruptive than typical oil shock for the UAE | The National
The broader impact of the Iran war could weigh more heavily on the UAE's economy than a traditional oil shock, International Monetary Fund regional director Jihad Azour has said.
· Kyle Fitzgerald
Iraq's security and stability should not be taken for granted | The National
At the start of April, during the height of the Iran war, Iraqis of all backgrounds took to the streets to celebrate something special. Aymen Hussein’s winning goal against Bolivia did more than send the country’s footballers to the 2026 World Cup – it sparked joyous scenes across a nation that for too long has been…
· The National Editorial
China To Import Record Amount Of US Ethane As Iran War Chokes Off Naphtha, LPG Supplies
One year ago, in the immediate aftermath of Trump's Liberation Day tariffs, there was a flurry of discussion over who is more reliant on whom: the US on Chinese rare earth materials, or China on US ethane output (see "Chinese Plastics Factories Face Mass Closure As US Ethane Supply Evaporates" and "Who Blinks First?…
· Tyler Durden
Seoul stocks sharply up late Tue. morning, poised for new record high
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks were trading sharply higher late Tuesday morning, on track to set a new record high, as investors pinned hopes on progress in the U.S.-Iran peace talks and remained bullish over corporate earnings.
· Kang Jae-eun
Iraq's Ruling Pro-Iran Bloc Races To Choose PM, While US Rejects Main Candidates
The US has suspended all funding and security coordination with Iraq, and shipments of dollars the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), until a new Baghdad government acceptable to Washington is formed, Saudi state-owned Al-Hadath reported Monday.
· Tyler Durden
Just how many Tehran allies are in LA and the US?
Why are Iranians with close ties to Iran’s despotic regime living large in the United States –– and aiding Tehran from Los Angeles?
· CA Post Editorial Board
Gulf worries US-Iran talks may cement Tehran's 'golden' grip on Hormuz
A warning by former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev has crystalized fears among Gulf states that reopening the Strait of Hormuz may be the most Iran-US talks can achieve, falling short of the broader deescalation they regard as vital.
· Yonhap
Afghanistan feels heat of Iran war as Taliban official says attacks on Gulf 'unfair' | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on Iran war
· Lizzie Porter
Takaichi still popular 6 months on, but Iran war could derail smooth start
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has maintained high approval ratings during her half-year in office despite a series of domestic and diplomatic challenges. (Photo by Sae Kamae)
· Staff Writer
Axios: Vance to head to Pakistan as ceasefire deadline nears
US Vice President JD Vance is expected to travel to Islamabad for talks with Iran aimed at ending the war, according to a report by Axios citing unnamed sources.
· Middleeasteye
Oil falls as investors assess mixed messaging on Iran peace talks ahead of ceasefire deadline
Oil prices declined Tuesday during Asia hours amid uncertainty over the fate of the second round of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran.
· Lee Ying Shan
(LEAD) Seoul stocks open sharply higher ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline
(ATTN: CHANGES data in para 2; UPDATES throughout with more details)
· Kang Jae-eun
Trump says Iran ‘going to negotiate’ ahead of talks
US President Donald Trump said Iran is “going to negotiate” ahead of anticipated talks in Pakistan, while warning of consequences if it does not.
· Middleeasteye
Kospi tops pre-war peak as tensions ease
South Korea’s benchmark Kospi rose to a fresh intraday high on Tuesday, surpassing its previous peak set before the outbreak of the Iran war.
· Im Eun-byel
Seoul stocks open sharply higher ahead of US-Iran ceasefire deadline
South Korean stocks opened sharply higher on Tuesday ahead of the deadline for a two-week ceasefire in the US-Iran war.
· Yonhap
Oil surges, stocks fall as US-Iran tensions threaten Strait of Hormuz shipping flows driving risk
Oil prices jumped, and global equities pulled back on Monday as markets grew increasingly concerned that the ceasefire between the US and Iran might not hold, while tensions over the Strait of Hormuz escalated.
· REUTERS
Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as deadline approaches for end of ceasefire
Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.
· Herbie G
US positive on Iran deal but talks still uncertain as ceasefire end nears
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
· Herbie G
Seoul stocks open sharply higher ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks opened sharply higher on Tuesday ahead of the deadline for a two-week ceasefire in the U.S.-Iran war.
· Kang Jae-eun
(URGENT) Seoul stocks open 1.34 pct higher ahead of U.S.-Iran ceasefire deadline
Facebook X More Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. OK
· Kang Jae-eun
US-Iran peace talks could go ahead, if one major obstacle is overcome
A US blockade near the Strait of Hormuz is a key stumbling block in peace negotiations. Source: Getty / Handout
· Sbsaustralia
Wong's flurry of talks as Albanese warns Australians will feel 'long tail' of war
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has conducted a series of high-level talks with counterparts, discussing ongoing negotiations between the US and Iran, and the implications of the Strait of Hormuz closure on global fuel supplies. Source: AAP / Bianca De Marchi
· Sbsaustralia
Iran says cargo ship passes through Strait of Hormuz amid tensions
An Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Shoja 2, has transited the Strait of Hormuz despite a US-announced blockade, according to Tasnim News Agency.
· Middleeasteye
Asia markets set to open higher as hopes for Iran peace talks offset Trump threat of escalation
Asia-Pacific markets were set to open higher Tuesday amid hopes for a resolution to the Middle East conflict, even as tensions between Iran and the U.S. continue to simmer. "Trump, by imposing a siege and violating the ceasefire, seeks to turn this negotiating table— in his own imagination— into a table of surrender…
· Justina Lee
Jump in EU EV sales amid Iran war boosts Chinese brands’ fortunes
Chinese-made EVs accounted for 16 per cent of the EU market in the year’s first two months, up from 12.2 per cent in 2025, CPCA data shows
· Daniel Ren
Jump in EU EV sales amid Iran war boosts Chinese brands’ fortunes
Chinese-made EVs accounted for 16 per cent of the EU market in the year’s first two months, up from 12.2 per cent in 2025, CPCA data shows
· Daniel Ren
Tolling the Strait. Is Iran acting with reason in a Trumpian world?
Don't pay so you can read it. Pay so everyone can!
· Michael Pascoe
Iranian citizen faces smuggling indictment over export of sonar systems
This photo provided by the U.S. Department of Justice shows Iranian citizen Reza Dindar at King County International Airport, in Seattle, Thursday, April 16, 2026, after being extradited from Panama to face charges that he conspired to violate U.S. trade sanctions against Iran. (U.S. Department of Justice via AP)
· Gene Johnson
US and Iran warn they are ready for war as Pakistan ceasefire talks in limbo
White House said J.D. Vance was ready to fly back to Islamabad for a second round of talks but Tehran declined to confirm it would take part
· Agence France-Presse
US and Iran warn they are ready for war as Pakistan ceasefire talks in limbo
White House said J.D. Vance was ready to fly back to Islamabad for a second round of talks but Tehran declined to confirm it would take part
· Agence France-Presse
Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs
Petrol theft has surged by 62% compared to a year ago, according to new figures compiled for the BBC, with one forecourt owner saying drive-offs are costing him £2,000 a week across his five sites.
· Simon Browning
Iran war accelerates America’s breakup with the world
President Donald Trump’s erratic moves aren’t helping.
· Nahal Toosi, Zack Colman, Paul McLeary
Lebanon’s President Aoun says aiming to end hostilities with Israel talks
Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah has criticised Lebanon’s negotiations with Israel, which are set to enter a second round on Thursday
· Agence France-Presse
Lebanon’s President Aoun says aiming to end hostilities with Israel talks
Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah has criticised Lebanon’s negotiations with Israel, which are set to enter a second round on Thursday
· Agence France-Presse
Iran prepared to reveal 'new cards' on the battlefield, won't negotiate under threat, official says
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf said that Iran would not accept negotiations beneath the shadow of threats, and is prepared to reveal new cards on the battlefield in a post on his X/Twitter account early Tuesday morning.
· DANYA SAPERSTEIN
Next, an Iran nuclear deal with Chinese characteristics
Keep independent journalism alive
· Bill Emmott
How China is reinforcing its ‘legal shield’ against foreign pressure
New rules take aim at sanctions and ‘long-arm jurisdiction’, and the Strait of Hormuz crisis could provide a high-stakes testing ground
· Xinlu Liang
How China is reinforcing its ‘legal shield’ against foreign pressure
New rules take aim at sanctions and ‘long-arm jurisdiction’, and the Strait of Hormuz crisis could provide a high-stakes testing ground
· Xinlu Liang
Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran
The US will not lift its blockade on Iranian ports until a deal has been reached with Tehran, US President Donald Trump has said, amid continuing uncertainty over whether fresh talks to end the war will take place.
· Sofia Ferreira Santos
EU eyes Ukraine loan, Israeli settler sanctions, after Hungarian election
European Union officials have said they expect progress this week on key dossiers regarding Ukraine and Israel after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, whose government had blocked the initiatives, was voted out of office.
· Al Jazeera
PM to convene national cabinet to tackle 'long tail' fuel crisis
Topic:Government and Politics
· Courtney Gould
Trump says will not lift blockade until deal with Iran
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Monday said the United States would not lift its blockade of Iranian ports until Tehran had agreed a peace deal to end the war.
· Agence France-Presse
Trump sends mixed signals on Iran talks as ceasefire deadline nears | The National
Live updates: Follow the latest news on Iran war
· Jihan Abdalla