Shipping traffic through Hormuz remains muted with no US-Iran deal in sight, data shows
The US Central Command has redirected 37 vessels since a blockade was imposed on Iran on April 13, the military said on April 25.
Middle East
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IDF strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iran presents US with proposal to end war
IDF soldier killed in southern Lebanon • Israel sent Iron Dome system, soldiers to UAE during war • Hezbollah violates ceasefire with Israel, launches projectiles at North
Iran gives US proposal for reopening Strait of Hormuz, ending war - Axios
The report also mentioned that US President Donald Trump is expected to hold a situation room meeting on Iran with his top national security and foreign policy team.
Hezbollah and Israel escalate attacks, accusing each other of violating ceasefire
Tensions soar as Hezbollah and Israel both intensify attacks, blaming each other for violating the ceasefire. The conflict continues to escalate despite attempts at diplomacy.
Global Sumud Flotilla embarks from Sicily, aiming to disrupt Gaza blockade
The Global Sumud Flotilla, with over 60 Italian and Spanish vessels, sets sail from Sicily to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza, aiming to raise awareness and mobilize activism."
Medical supply shortages loom in Iran as civilians bear the cost of ongoing conflict, UN warns
As Iran’s war continues, medical shortages loom, with critical supplies in jeopardy. The regime’s actions are felt globally, and citizens bear the brunt of the crisis.
Israel sent Iron Dome system, dozens of IDF soldiers to UAE during Iran war
This is the first instance of the Iron Dome being used operationally outside the United States or Israel, though Singapore has reportedly previously purchased and received Iron Dome as well.
Syria opens first public trial of former Assad regime official Atef Najib
Syria has opened its first public trial for a former Assad regime official, Atef Najib, marking a shift toward accountability. The trial focuses on crimes committed in Dara’a and Damascus.
UNRWA’s West Bank schools drop to four-day weeks over funding issues, UN agency confirms to ‘Post’
UNRWA let go of 571 staff members in January due to financial constraints, amid a decline in donations and ongoing public criticism from Israel and organizations like UN Watch.
Lebanese prisons emptied of Hezbollah terrorists after two released on bail
The suspects admitted to transporting 21 Grad missiles, 3,000 rounds of ammunition, and eight machine guns from the Bekaa Valley to southern Lebanon for the express purpose of confronting the IDF.
Fatah says it claimed ‘sweeping victory’ in local elections, despite democratic shortcomings
Fatah said it won most local councils, including Jenin, where the Palestinian Authority was previously accused of losing control to Hamas-linked Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
