Gulf states reject Iran’s proposal to share custodianship of Hormuz - report
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi flew to Oman, one of the multiple Gulf states attacked by Iran, to discuss the deal.
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Human rights groups accuse Iran of hanging victim of child marriage as regime steps up executions
Trump more likely to continue game of chicken with Iran than to attack - analysis
The hills of Samaria: The northern West Bank between politics and daily life
United States faces crossroads in Iraq as new prime minister is appointed - analysis
However, as the US seeks to put on a positive face regarding the incoming prime minister, the US is also announcing new rewards for information on several key Iraqi militia leaders.
Palestinian Authority continues to pay terrorists, US State Department report confirms
Under the Taylor Force Act (2018), Washington is unable to offer economic aid to Ramallah until it ends pay-for-slay payments and its statements of public support for terrorism.
Netanyahu urges Trump to cap Lebanon talks at two-three weeks amid IDF restraint - report
Israeli officials have argued that continued Hezbollah attacks against IDF troops and northern communities are eroding the chances of reaching an agreement and undermining Israel’s deterrence.
US seeks new int'l coalition to get ships moving again in Hormuz, internal cable says
US embassies should deliver the demarche orally to partner nations by May 1, but not to Russia, China, Belarus, Cuba, and "other US adversaries," said the cable.
IDF attacks in southern Lebanon, CENTCOM prepares for renewed strikes in Iran
Mojtaba Khamenei: Hormuz's new management will bring calm • Netanyahu pushes for new deadline on Lebanon talks • Surveillance drone downed near US embassy in Baghdad
CENTCOM prepares 'short and powerful' wave of strikes on Iran, Trump to be briefed on plan - Axios
Another plan expected to be shared with Trump focuses on taking over part of Hormuz to reopen it to commercial shipping, the report added, noting that such an operation may involve ground forces.
Iranian soccer officials claim 'inappropriate behavior' at Toronto airport
The Iranian delegation was on its way to Vancouver for the FIFA Congress, set to host representatives of all 211 member associations.
Navy detains over 20 flotilla ships, 175 activists en route to Gaza Strip
Leading up to the reports of Israeli boarding, the activist ships were allegedly approached by Israeli fast boats "pointing lasers and semi-automatic assault weapons."
Trump: Iranian naval blockade stays until Tehran agrees to nuclear deal - Axios
US President Donald Trump says Iran will remain under a naval blockade until a nuclear deal is reached, with CENTCOM preparing for potential military strikes if negotiations fail.
Defense Minister: Counterterrorism law allows seizure of Gaza flotilla's property
Defense Minister Israel Katz cites Section 56(b) of the Counterterrorism Law to explain the seizure of property linked to terrorist activities, as the Global Sumud Flotilla sets sail for Gaza.
