Ceasefire

US Defense Secretary Hegseth confirmed that the Iran ceasefire is currently holding, CBS News reported. However, tensions remain elevated following Iran’s attacks on UAE targets and ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Latest Developments Ceasefire Status: Hegseth confirmed the ceasefire is holding for now Iran Attacks: Iran previously targeted UAE assets and vessels in the Strait of Hormuz US Response: The US has struck Iranian boats in response Diplomatic Dynamics Trump has again criticized Pope Leo’s stance on the Iran conflict, potentially complicating Secretary of State Rubio’s planned visit to the Vatican this week. Trump accused the pope of “endangering lives,” highlighting a divergence between the US administration and the Vatican on Iran policy. ...

The fragile US-Iran ceasefire is at risk of collapse as both nations claim control over the Strait of Hormuz, pushing regional tensions to dangerous new levels.

Russia launched new airstrikes on Ukraine killing at least 20, while both sides announced competing ceasefire proposals with no coordination between them.

Russia and Ukraine each announced separate ceasefire proposals on the same day, but the plans diverge on key terms. Fighting continues on the ground as international observers call for genuine peace efforts.

US military sinks seven Iranian small boats while Iran launches new attacks on the UAE and ships in the Strait of Hormuz, sending global stocks lower and oil prices higher as ceasefire hopes fade.

Russia and Ukraine announced competing ceasefire plans on May 4, with Russia proposing a May 8-10 truce for Victory Day commemorations, while Ukraine declared an earlier ceasefire starting May 6, creating a diplomatic contest over timing.

Russia announces a unilateral ceasefire in Ukraine to mark the defeat of Nazi Germany in WWII, but threatens to strike back at Kyiv if it attempts to disrupt the festivities.

Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon kill at least 13 people including women and a child, as the fragile ceasefire extension continues to be violated.

President Trump writes to Congress claiming hostilities with Iran ‘have terminated’ due to a ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorization for military action.

Trump writes to Congress that hostilities with Iran ‘have terminated’ due to the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorization under the War Powers Resolution.