Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Thursday
For a second time, President Trump extended the deadline for Iran to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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As Markets Revolt in the Face of War, Trump Extends Iran Deadline
Just after stocks ended another bruising day, the president took to social media to promote progress in talks with Iran.
Rubio Says Allies Should Help Secure Strait by Iran for Oil and Gas Ships
The secretary of state said the United States and Iran were passing messages to each other as he headed to France for a diplomatic meeting o…
Displaced by War, Many Seek Shelter in Beirut
Over 100,000 people have fled to temporary shelters as Israel continues strikes on Lebanon.
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Hello? It’s Pakistan Calling.
Washington, Tehran, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Cairo, Istanbul and Brussels have all received calls as Pakistan plays mediator between the United St…
Trump Extends Iran Deadline on Strait of Hormuz as Stocks Tumble
President Trump pivoted after escalating threats. Israel also announced it had killed an Iranian commander leading efforts to block the Stra…
Air Canada Chief Apologizes for English-Only Condolences After Plane Crash
Michael Rousseau said he was “deeply saddened” that his inability to speak French had diverted attention from the families’ grief.
Hungarian Journalist Faces Spy Charges After Reports on Election Meddling
The government of Prime Minister Viktor Orban has pursued an intensifying campaign against critics in a tough race before April elections.
Malaysia Says Iran Will Allow Its Ships to Pass Through the Strait of Hormuz
The reprieve would ease disruptions in Malaysia’s energy supply, but the prime minister has vowed to make preparations for a more volatile…
Europeans Worry Russia Is Preparing to Deliver Drones to Iran
The drones are an improved version of a weapon that Iran sent to Russia for use in its war in Ukraine.
Under Carney, Canada Finally Hits NATO’s 2% Spending Target
Trump and other American presidents have criticized Canada for failing to meet the alliance’s military spending minimum of 2 percent of gr…