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A new 24‑hour deadline now hangs over the fragile cease-fire as President Donald Trump warned that the United States is preparing to resume strikes on Iran if peace talks in Pakistan collapse. Trump said U.S. warships are being reloaded with “the best ammunition” as Vice President JD Vance heads to Islamabad for high‑stakes negotiations aimed at securing a final deal after a two‑week pause in fighting.
What to Know
- Trump told The New York Post that U.S. warships are being reloaded with “the best ammunition” ahead of possible renewed strikes.
- Trump said the U.S. will “find out in about 24 hours” whether the talks succeed.
- Vice President JD Vance is traveling to Islamabad with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner for negotiations.
- Iran is expected to send Abbas Araghchi and Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf to the talks.
- Ghalibaf said a cease-fire in Lebanon and the release of Iran’s blocked assets must occur before negotiations begin.
- U.S. demands include the handover of roughly 1,000 pounds of enriched uranium and full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Few vessels have passed through the strait since the cease-fire, despite Iran saying ships must coordinate with its military due to “technical restrictions.”
- Israel intensified strikes in southern Lebanon on Friday, despite Trump urging Benjamin Netanyahu to scale back operations.
- Lebanese officials say at least 303 people were killed and more than 1,150 wounded in Wednesday’s strikes.
- Inflation in the United States rose 3.3 percent year‑over‑year in March, driven partly by Middle East disruptions.
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticized Trump and Vladimir Putin for contributing to rising global energy prices.
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Apr 10, 2026 at 08:10 PM EDT
Hezbollah’s Qassem vows resistance after deadly Israeli strikes in Lebanon
Naim Qassem, the head of Iran‑backed Hezbollah, praised his fighters’ performance after more than 40 days of conflict in Lebanon, vowing that resistance to any Israeli ground advance would continue “until our last breath.”
In a statement shared on Telegram, Qassem said the group would not accept a return to the pre‑war status quo and urged Lebanese authorities to stop making what he called “gratuitous concessions.” He accused Israel of committing “bloody crimes” in Beirut and other areas during a wave of strikes this week that killed hundreds.
Apr 10, 2026 at 07:57 PM EDT
Airlines face dire deadine as fuel shortages loom
Airlines in Europe warned Thursday there could be a continent-wide jet fuel shortage within three weeks if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed due to the Iran war.
The deadline was laid out in a letter from Airports Council International Europe (ACI) to the European Commission, in which leaders said a lack of fuel would greatly impact the European economy this summer.
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"While airport operators do not manage jet fuel supply in most cases…a supply crunch would severely disrupt airport operations and air connectivity, with the risk of harsh economic impacts for the communities affected, and for Europe in case of a systemic shortage of jet fuel," ACI wrote in its letter, shared with Newsweek.
Newsweek reached out to the European Commission for comment via email Friday afternoon.
Apr 10, 2026 at 07:44 PM EDT
Iran’s Ghalibaf sets new preconditions ahead of U.S. peace talks
A senior Iranian official has introduced a new hurdle just one day before negotiations between the United States and Iran are scheduled to begin, saying talks cannot proceed until the country’s “blocked assets” overseas are released. The demand came from Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of Iran’s parliament and one of the key figures overseeing the war.
Ghalibaf did not specify which assets he was referring to, though Iranian funds have been frozen in the past under sanctions imposed by the U.S. and other Western governments. Last month, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said American officials had identified Iranian leadership accounts and frozen them.
Ghalibaf also insisted that a cease-fire in Lebanon must be in place before negotiations can start, a point of contention between Washington and Tehran. The two countries disagree over whether Lebanon was included in the cease-fire framework announced earlier this week, as Israel has continued striking targets across southern Lebanon.
In a post on X, Ghalibaf said two measures “mutually agreed upon” — a Lebanese cease-fire and the release of frozen assets — must be fulfilled before talks begin. The asset demand was not included in the 10‑point framework for negotiations circulated by Iranian state media after the cease-fire, and a White House official has said those points do not match what President Donald Trump described as a workable basis for talks.
A separate report from Russia’s state news agency TASS, citing an unnamed Iranian source, claimed Tehran expects its assets to be unfrozen within two weeks.
Apr 10, 2026 at 07:31 PM EDT
Beirut rescuers recover remains after strikes that killed more than 300
Rescue crews in Beirut continued clearing debris on Friday following a devastating wave of Israeli strikes earlier in the week that left more than 300 people dead. Emergency teams said several individuals remain unaccounted for, but they no longer expect to find survivors beneath the collapsed buildings.
Workers are now focused on recovering human remains from the rubble and carefully preserving them for DNA testing to confirm victims’ identities. Officials said the scale of destruction has made the process slow and painstaking, with many families still awaiting word on missing relatives.
Apr 10, 2026 at 07:18 PM EDT
Spain’s Sánchez calls for suspending EU–Israel pact after Gaza, Lebanon concerns
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez renewed his call on Friday for the European Union to suspend its association agreement with Israel, arguing that Israeli military actions amount to “violations of international law.” Speaking at the European Pulse Forum in Barcelona, Sánchez warned that Europe must not allow Lebanon to “turn into a new Gaza” as Israeli strikes intensify across the south of the country.
His remarks came hours after Israel expelled Spain from a U.S.-led coordination group overseeing humanitarian aid operations in Gaza. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said the move reflected what he called Spain’s “obsessive anti-Israel bias.”
Apr 10, 2026 at 06:52 PM EDT
Iranian Army vows retaliation, says it will maintain control of Hormuz
The Iranian army warned on Friday that it will not leave the United States or Israel “unpunished” for attacks on Iranian territory, according to a statement carried by state broadcaster IRIB. Military leaders said Iran intends to maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz, describing the waterway as a legitimate national right that it will not relinquish.
The statement comes as regional tensions remain high despite a temporary cease-fire. Iranian commanders said they would “deliver a crushing and painful response” if Israel continues its operations against Hezbollah or strikes that harm civilians in Lebanon.
Apr 10, 2026 at 06:39 PM EDT
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Apr 10, 2026 at 06:26 PM EDT
Catholic editorial says Trump’s Iran threat marked ‘descent into corporate evil’
An editorial published Friday by the National Catholic Reporter sharply condemned President Donald Trump’s recent threat to “obliterate” Iran, calling the episode one of the most alarming moments of his presidency and a moral breaking point for the United States.
The Missouri‑based outlet argued that Trump’s warnings — including claims that a “whole civilization” would be destroyed if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened — represented a profound ethical collapse. The staff described the three‑day stretch of threats as an “anti‑Triduum,” writing that Trump had “led our descent into corporate evil.”
The editorial said Trump’s rhetoric, which included vows to target bridges and civilian power plants, triggered an unusually broad backlash. According to the piece, former supporters, lawmakers and conservative influencers openly urged officials to resist his orders, with some calling for the 25th Amendment or impeachment proceedings.
The critique also highlighted growing fractures within the Republican Party and noted that Trump’s approval rating among Catholic voters has slipped amid tensions with the Vatican. Pope Leo XIV has been openly critical of the administration’s policies, and reports of a tense January meeting between Pentagon officials and the Vatican’s ambassador have drawn international attention.
The editorial further rebuked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of misusing Christian imagery to justify military action. It said his comments invoking Jesus in support of the war effort amounted to “religious vulgarity.”
Apr 10, 2026 at 06:13 PM EDT
Oil could hit $150 as Hormuz standoff drags on, analyst warns
Energy analyst Tom Kloza said global fuel prices could surge dramatically if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, telling CNN’s John Berman that crude could climb as high as $150 a barrel and gasoline is unlikely to fall below $3 a gallon for the rest of the year.
Kloza said the shutdown of the vital waterway is removing roughly 10 million barrels of oil per day from global markets, pushing fuel costs sharply higher. He noted that U.S. gas prices have risen about 40 percent since late February, with only minor day‑to‑day dips. “The market is going to be doing the cha‑cha,” he said, describing the volatility.
He added that reopening the strait could ease pressure on consumers, but not enough to return prices to pre‑war levels. According to Kloza, gasoline would require crude to fall below $70 a barrel to drop under $3 — a scenario he called unrealistic even under a best‑case peace agreement.
Kloza also dismissed speculation that Iran could impose a “toll booth” system on tankers, saying the situation is so unprecedented that “everyone is making this up as they go along.”
With weekend talks approaching, he warned that time is running out to prevent deeper economic fallout. “You’re losing so much oil every day that time is of the essence,” he said.
Apr 10, 2026 at 06:00 PM EDT
Zelensky Confirms Ukrainian Tech Helped Down Iranian Drones in Middle East
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that Ukrainian-made technology was used to shoot down Iranian “Shahed” drones in multiple Middle Eastern countries, following Kyiv’s deployment of expert teams after the outbreak of the U.S.–Israeli war on Iran.
In a post on X, Zelensky said Ukrainian forces participated directly in operations using domestically produced interceptor drones similar to those used against Russia. “Did we destroy Iranian ‘shaheds?’ Yes, we did. Did we do it in just one country? No, in several,” he told reporters, calling the missions a success.
Zelensky emphasized that the deployments were not training exercises but hands-on support to strengthen partner nations’ air defenses. He said Ukrainian specialists helped countries “very quickly” improve their systems and confirmed that teams also shot down drones powered by jet engines — a capability Kyiv hopes to mass-produce soon.
With the U.S. and Iran observing a two‑week ceasefire, Zelensky said 228 Ukrainian experts have been operating across several states. In return, Ukraine is receiving weapons to protect its energy infrastructure and, in some cases, financial arrangements.
The Ukrainian leader recently visited Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates, signing new defense agreements with several Gulf partners. He warned that the coming months will be difficult as battlefield pressure intensifies, but said Kyiv continues to receive air-defense systems, including new Patriot batteries delivered in recent days.
Apr 10, 2026 at 05:47 PM EDT
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Apr 10, 2026 at 05:33 PM EDT
Twelve State Security Personnel Killed in Nabatiyeh, Lebanese President Says
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said twelve members of Lebanon’s state security forces have now been confirmed killed in Nabatiyeh, after an earlier Israeli strike targeted a state security office in the southern city.
In comments carried by the National News Agency, Aoun condemned the attack and said the “targeting of state institutions and security apparatuses will not deter Lebanon from upholding its right to protect its land and preserve its sovereignty.”
Apr 10, 2026 at 05:20 PM EDT
Iranian speaker says ceasefire terms must be met before talks begin
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of Iran’s parliament, said two key commitments must be fulfilled before negotiations can begin, declaring that a ceasefire in Lebanon and the release of Iran’s blocked assets remain outstanding.
In a post on X, Ghalibaf said the measures were “mutually agreed upon” and must be implemented before Iran proceeds with talks. His comments come as diplomatic efforts intensify around the fragile U.S.–Iran ceasefire and amid continued Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.
Apr 10, 2026 at 05:07 PM EDT
US expected to raise detained Americans in Islamabad talks
The United States is expected to push for the release of Americans held in Iran during negotiations in Islamabad this weekend, according to reporting from The Washington Post. Citing unnamed sources, the paper said it remains unclear how forcefully the issue will be raised, noting it could be deprioritized depending on how the talks progress.
Neither the White House nor Iranian officials have commented on whether detainee discussions will be formally included in the agenda.
Apr 10, 2026 at 04:58 PM EDT
Pakistan welcomes Iranian delegation as talks set to begin
The Iranian delegation arriving in Islamabad on Friday was greeted on the tarmac by several senior Pakistani officials, including Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, according to Pakistani authorities. The group also included the country’s army chief of staff and interior minister, underscoring the high stakes of the upcoming negotiations.
Dar said he hoped all sides would approach the talks constructively, adding that Pakistan intended to keep pushing for what he called a “lasting and durable resolution to the conflict.” The reception marked one of the most visible signs of Pakistan’s effort to position itself as a mediator as the United States and Iran prepare for a new round of diplomacy.
Apr 10, 2026 at 04:54 PM EDT
Iran’s military warns it has ‘fingers on the trigger’ amid ceasefire strains
Iran’s Armed Forces said they have their “fingers on the trigger” following what they described as repeated “breaches of trust” by the United States and Israel, according to comments released by the Central Headquarters of Hazrat Khatam al‑Anbiya and reported by Tasnim news agency.
The military body signaled it would not relinquish control of the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has asserted authority over during the conflict. The statement comes as regional tensions remain high despite a two‑week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.
Apr 10, 2026 at 04:41 PM EDT
Pakistan deletes minister’s post criticizing Israel ahead of peace talks
A post by Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif calling Israel “evil” and a “curse for humanity” has been deleted from his account on X, just days before Pakistan is set to host U.S.–Iran peace talks in Islamabad.
The deleted message accused Israel of carrying out “genocide” in Lebanon and said “bloodletting continues unabated” in Gaza, Iran and Lebanon as negotiations approach. Its removal comes amid heightened diplomatic sensitivity as Pakistan positions itself as a neutral host for the talks.
In a sharp response, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Asif’s remarks “outrageous” and said such language “cannot be tolerated from any government, especially not from one that claims to be a neutral arbiter for peace.”
Apr 10, 2026 at 04:28 PM EDT
Lebanon and Israel hold first direct contact ahead of cease-fire talks
The Lebanese presidency announced Friday that Lebanon’s ambassador to Washington, Nada Hamadeh Maacoud, held a phone call with her Israeli counterpart, Yechiel Leiter — the first direct contact reported between the two sides.
According to the statement, both diplomats agreed to meet next Tuesday at the U.S. State Department to discuss a potential cease-fire and outline a timeline for formal negotiations under American sponsorship. The U.S. ambassador to Beirut, Michel Issa, also took part in the call.
Apr 10, 2026 at 04:28 PM EDT
WFP warns Lebanon’s food crisis deepening as war drives prices higher
Allison Omar Lawi, the World Food Program’s country director for Lebanon, says she is increasingly alarmed by the country’s worsening food insecurity as Israel’s intensified strikes compound an already fragile situation.
“There were already approximately 870,000 people in Lebanon who were food insecure. The last month has deepened those concerns,” she told Al Jazeera, citing sharp rises in energy and food costs. She noted that more than 1 million people are now displaced, leaving families struggling to meet basic needs.
According to Omar Lawi, vegetable prices have climbed about 20%, while bread prices are up 17%, increases she said are hitting households “very hard” as they try to feed themselves each night.
“We do see an increase in the number of people who are food insecure,” she said, warning that the conflict’s economic shock is rapidly outpacing humanitarian capacity.
Apr 10, 2026 at 04:15 PM EDT
Israel says 4,300 Hezbollah sites hit as Lebanon death toll nears 1,900
Israel’s military says it has destroyed 4,300 Hezbollah sites and “eliminated” 1,400 of the group’s fighters since intensifying its campaign in Lebanon early last month. In its latest update, the military said five divisions are conducting simultaneous “targeted operations” in southern Lebanon as part of its ongoing invasion.
Lebanese authorities report a rapidly rising civilian toll. According to Lebanon’s Health Ministry, at least 1,888 people — including 163 children — have been killed since Israeli attacks escalated on March 2.
Apr 10, 2026 at 04:02 PM EDT
Ireland deploys army as fuel-price protests block roads nationwide
The Irish government has called in the army to help clear nationwide road blockades after days of protests over soaring fuel prices brought major highways and city streets to a standstill. Officials said an emergency meeting Thursday night concluded that the disruptions were causing “significant” harm to supply chains, public services and access to key ports.
Protesters — including truckers, farmers and others reliant on fuel — began blocking roads Tuesday using trucks and tractors, demanding stronger government action as global fuel costs spike amid the U.S.–Israeli war with Iran. The blockades have restricted fuel deliveries in parts of Ireland, raising concerns that emergency vehicles could run short.
On Friday, trucks and buses shut down O’Connell Street Bridge in Dublin, while other groups targeted routes to ports and the country’s only oil refinery in Cork. Traffic on the M50, the capital’s ring road and main route to Dublin Airport, was so gridlocked that some travelers abandoned vehicles and walked to catch flights.
Prime Minister Micheál Martin said the government is willing to negotiate but only through established channels, adding that talks can proceed once the blockades end. Unions, including the Irish Farmers’ Association, are meeting with officials Friday.
Apr 10, 2026 at 03:49 PM EDT
Nineteen ships transit Hormuz since ceasefire, still far below normal levels
Nineteen vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since the ceasefire began Tuesday evening, according to MarineTraffic data analyzed by NBC News. The ships included four tankers carrying crude oil or chemicals, while most of the others were bulk carriers transporting dry cargo. Three vessels sailed under the Iranian flag.
The uptick marks an increase from Wednesday, when only five ships transited the waterway in the first 24 hours after the deal. But traffic remains a fraction of prewar levels, when more than 100 vessels typically crossed the strait each day.
Apr 10, 2026 at 03:36 PM EDT
Hezbollah’s Qassem vows resistance after deadly Israeli strikes
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem praised his militia’s performance in more than 40 days of fighting in Lebanon, vowing that resistance to any Israeli ground advance would continue “until our last breath,” according to a statement shared on Telegram.
Qassem said the group would not accept a return to the pre‑war status quo and urged Lebanese authorities to stop making “gratuitous concessions.” He accused Israel of carrying out “bloody crimes” in Beirut and other areas during Wednesday’s large‑scale strikes, which Lebanese officials say killed hundreds.
“Together, as a state, army, people, and resistance, we will protect our country, restore its sovereignty, and expel the occupier,” he said.
Apr 10, 2026 at 03:23 PM EDT
Iranian American lawmaker calls Trump ‘unfit’ as Iran war fallout grows
Rep. Yassamin Ansari, the only Iranian American Democrat in Congress, sharply condemned President Donald Trump over his handling of the Iran war, calling him an “evil human being” who “wants to be an emperor” and should be removed from office.
Ansari told The Guardian that Trump’s threats to “wipe out Iran’s civilization” and his abrupt pivot to a two‑week ceasefire show he is “mentally unstable” and a danger to both countries. “I was momentarily relieved for the 90 million Iranians who just spent the worst 24 hours of their lives thinking they were about to face nothing short of a nuclear catastrophe,” she said.
She argued Trump has betrayed his promised “America First” foreign policy, noting he has launched strikes on seven countries and embraced what she described as authoritarian impulses. “He has demonstrated he is not just a wannabe authoritarian but wants to be an emperor,” she said.
Ansari also accused the administration of committing war crimes in Iran by bombing civilian infrastructure, warning that such attacks only strengthen the Islamic Republic. She said Iranians are facing soaring prices, destroyed infrastructure, and deep fear as the regime tightens control.
The congresswoman is urging the cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment and plans to introduce articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of violating his oath by carrying out Trump’s orders “so callously and without any remorse.”
Calling the moment a “five‑alarm fire,” Ansari said she will push for nationwide protests and congressional action to stop what she views as a catastrophic course for both the U.S. and Iran.
Apr 10, 2026 at 03:10 PM EDT
U.S. consumer confidence falls to record low amid Iran war and energy fears
Consumer confidence in the United States plunged to a record low in April as worries over rising energy prices and the economic fallout from the Iran war intensified, according to a University of Michigan survey released Friday.
The headline sentiment index dropped to 47.6, a 10.7% decline from March and the lowest reading ever recorded. Measures of current conditions and future expectations also saw steep, double‑digit monthly declines.
Inflation expectations spiked sharply, with respondents anticipating prices to rise 4.8% over the next year — the highest level since August 2025. Survey Director Joanne Hsu said many participants explicitly blamed the conflict with Iran for worsening economic conditions, though most interviews were completed before the April 7 ceasefire.
Hsu added that expectations may improve once consumers feel confident that supply disruptions have eased and gas prices stabilize.
The survey was released shortly after the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 0.9% rise in the consumer price index for March, pushing annual inflation to 3.3%. Officials said the surge was driven largely by energy costs, while food inflation remained relatively steady.
Apr 10, 2026 at 02:57 PM EDT
EU airports warn of jet fuel shortages if Hormuz stays closed
Europe could face jet fuel shortages within three weeks if oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are not restored “in a significant and stable way,” the continent’s airport trade body warned in a letter to top European Union officials on Thursday.
The group, Airports Council International Europe (ACI Europe), said fuel shortfalls could “severely disrupt airport operations and air connectivity,” triggering “harsh” economic consequences across the region.
Apr 10, 2026 at 02:44 PM EDT
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Apr 10, 2026 at 02:31 PM EDT
Lebanon’s Salam to travel to Washington as ceasefire tensions rise
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is expected to travel to Washington, DC in the coming days after Israel requested direct negotiations with Lebanon, a Lebanese government source told CNN on Friday.
The development comes as the two‑week U.S.–Iran ceasefire continues to hold but remains under strain — particularly over whether Israeli attacks in Lebanon fall within the truce’s scope.
Israel has continued striking Hezbollah targets despite the ceasefire, including a major wave of attacks on Wednesday that Lebanese authorities say killed at least 300 people. The strikes have intensified pressure on the fragile agreement and raised questions about how Lebanon fits into the broader de‑escalation effort.
Apr 10, 2026 at 02:18 PM EDT
Right-wing media splinters over Trump’s handling of Iran war
The conservative media ecosystem that has long amplified President Donald Trump is fracturing publicly as anger over his management of the war — and fragile ceasefire — with Iran spills into open infighting among prominent right‑wing figures.
From the start, the conflict divided MAGA‑aligned personalities. But the rift widened this week as Trump shifted from threats of massive retaliation to a sudden push for a negotiated off‑ramp. Critics including Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, and Candace Owens accused him of recklessness, dishonesty, or abandoning his “America First” stance. Trump fired back in a lengthy social‑media post, calling them “stupid people” and “losers.”
The backlash has spread across the broader conservative influencer world. Podcasters such as Joe Rogan, Tim Dillon, and Theo Von have voiced frustration with the administration’s approach and its close alignment with Israel. Meanwhile, pro‑Trump loyalists have launched counterattacks, sparking feuds among figures like Alex Jones, Laura Loomer, and Roger Stone.
The disputes come as polling shows Republican voters broadly support the war, even as some conservative commentators warn Trump was drawn into the conflict by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing reporting that Netanyahu pressed for military action in a February White House meeting.
A ceasefire announced this week has not eased tensions. Hardline voices such as Mark Levin argue Trump is backing away from decisive action, while skeptics like Steve Bannon say the deal appears weak and distracts from domestic priorities.
The infighting arrives at a politically sensitive moment for Republicans, who had relied on a unified right‑wing media network heading into the midterms. Trump’s decision to enter a high‑risk conflict — and the affordability crisis that has persisted alongside it — has exposed deep ideological divides that were once kept out of public view.
Apr 10, 2026 at 02:05 PM EDT
UNICEF: Israeli strikes kill dozens of children in Lebanon
At least 33 children were killed and more than 150 injured in a wave of Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon on Wednesday, according to UNICEF, which warned of an escalating humanitarian emergency.
Lebanon’s Health Ministry said the strikes left more than 300 people dead, describing one of the deadliest days since the conflict intensified. The Israeli military said it hit more than 100 Hezbollah command centers and military sites in coordinated attacks across the country.
UNICEF reported that roughly 600 children have been killed or injured in Lebanon since early March, with many still missing and others pulled from collapsed buildings. More than 1 million people have been displaced — including nearly 400,000 children — as families flee repeated bombardments.
The agency said the use of explosive weapons in densely populated areas is placing children at “extreme risk” and urged all parties to comply with international law. Aid teams are expanding emergency operations but warn that needs are outpacing capacity.
The strikes come amid continued fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, which escalated after Israel killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in late February. Israel has since launched sustained air and ground operations in southern Lebanon, saying it aims to push Hezbollah forces away from the border.
Apr 10, 2026 at 01:52 PM EDT
Can Pakistan deliver peace?
Pakistan is preparing to host planned U.S.–Iran peace talks after helping secure a two‑week ceasefire, prompting a two‑day holiday and a major security deployment in Islamabad. The talks are still unconfirmed, but the city has already locked down as about 10,000 security personnel take position.
The stakes are global: reopening the Strait of Hormuz, once carrying about 20% of the world’s oil, depends on whether negotiations hold. For Pakistan, the risks are sharper. Analysts warn the country could be pulled into conflict with Iran because of its mutual defense pact with Saudi Arabia, potentially igniting multiple borders already strained by tensions with India and Afghanistan.
Pakistan’s unusual success stems from its ability to work with Washington, Tehran, and Gulf capitals. Much of that influence comes from Field Marshal Asim Munir, seen as Pakistan’s most powerful figure and someone President Donald Trump has publicly praised. Munir delivered early wins for Trump, including handing over the alleged mastermind of the 2021 Kabul airport bombing, and helped defuse a crisis with India — moves that strengthened trust.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has also spent weeks in shuttle diplomacy, speaking with leaders across the U.S., Europe, Russia, China, Turkey, Egypt, and the Gulf. Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has confirmed participation in the talks, citing Pakistan’s role.
But the ceasefire is under strain. Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which killed more than 300 people this week, have raised doubts about whether negotiations will proceed. Analysts say Pakistan can bring both sides to the table — but cannot force an agreement.
Apr 10, 2026 at 01:39 PM EDT
Europe warns of jet fuel shortages if Hormuz remains closed
Europe could face jet fuel shortages within weeks if the Strait of Hormuz does not reopen, the continent’s airport trade body has warned, adding new pressure to an aviation sector already strained by the Iran war.
In a letter to European Commissioners for energy and tourism, ACI Europe said its members were expressing “increasing concerns” about the availability of aviation fuel. The group’s director‑general cautioned that a supply crunch would “severely disrupt airport operations and air connectivity,” with potentially harsh economic consequences for affected regions.
ACI Europe said that without a significant and stable resumption of tanker traffic through Hormuz in the next three weeks, a “systemic jet fuel shortage” is likely across the European Union. The Gulf region supplies roughly half of Europe’s jet fuel imports, making the blockade especially disruptive.
Several airlines have already reduced flights and raised passenger surcharges as fuel markets tighten. Benchmark European jet fuel prices hit a record $1,838 per tonne last week — more than double the $831 level before the conflict began.
Apr 10, 2026 at 01:26 PM EDT
UAE to host 2029 World Bank and IMF meetings in Abu Dhabi
The United Arab Emirates has secured the hosting rights for the 2029 World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund meetings, a decision officials say reflects growing global confidence in the country’s economic standing. The announcement was made by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who said the vote underscored the UAE’s “entrenched financial status” and the capabilities of its workforce.
The gatherings, set to take place in Abu Dhabi, will bring together central bank governors and finance ministers from 190 countries, forming one of the most influential annual platforms for shaping global financial stability and long‑term economic policy.
Sheikh Mohammed praised the UAE’s economic institutions and rising international profile, saying the country’s stature “grows more solid day by day.”
Apr 10, 2026 at 01:13 PM EDT
Starmer, Trump discuss cease-fire and Hormuz strategy in late-night call
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Friday that he spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump the previous night, with the two leaders focusing on the fragile cease-fire with Iran and the unresolved question of how to safely move vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking to reporters in Qatar, Starmer said he stressed that any lasting truce must include the participation of neighboring Gulf states. “These Gulf states are the neighbors of Iran. And therefore, if the ceasefire is to hold — and we hope it will — it has to involve them. They have very strong views on the Strait of Hormuz,” he said.
Starmer added that much of the call centered on the need for a coordinated plan to reopen the waterway, which analysts say remains too risky for commercial transit despite the cease-fire.
The conversation comes at a delicate moment in U.S.–UK relations, which have been strained in recent weeks amid disagreements over the war and broader tensions between the Trump administration and NATO, whose members declined to join U.S.-Israeli operations against Iran.
Reflecting on the role of Gulf nations — several of which were hit by Iranian retaliatory strikes — Starmer emphasized the importance of supporting regional partners. “There’s a sense here, as there is in the United Kingdom, that this conflict is going to define us for a generation, and we must respond with strength,” he said.
Apr 10, 2026 at 01:00 PM EDT
Iranian embassies amplify online messaging as global audience grows
After President Donald Trump demanded on Easter Sunday that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the Iranian embassy in Zimbabwe fired back with a sardonic post on X: “We’ve lost the keys.” It was one of several viral responses from Iranian diplomatic accounts that have surged in visibility since the United States and Israel launched attacks on Iran in February.
Embassies across Africa — especially the mission in South Africa — have become the most active participants in this online campaign. On Wednesday, the day the cease-fire took effect, the South African account declared, “Say hello to the new world superpower,” a jab at Washington’s inability to topple Iran’s leadership despite its military advantage. Another post mocked Trump’s self‑styled image as a peacemaker by pairing a cartoon dove with the silhouette of a fighter jet.
Analysts say the strategy appears deliberate. Na’eem Jeenah, executive director of the Afro‑Middle East Center in Johannesburg, told CNN that Iran is using embassies in countries where criticism of the United States is more common and where Tehran faces fewer diplomatic consequences. “South Africa is probably one of the better examples of that,” he said.
The Trump administration has long accused Pretoria of being overly close to Tehran, while South African officials cite historical ties and a tradition of nonalignment.
Not all posts have been satirical. The South African embassy used artificial intelligence to reanimate children reportedly killed in an American strike on a school in Minab, sharing clips of them speaking about their hopes for the future — a move critics say is part of Iran’s broader information‑warfare effort to soften its image among younger, highly online audiences.
Other Iranian missions in Africa have used their platforms to flatter host governments and imply political backing for Iran’s war effort. In one instance, the embassy in Tunisia initiated a chain of posts suggesting regional support for Tehran.
Apr 10, 2026 at 12:57 PM EDT
Trump accuses Iran of ‘extortion’ over Hormuz oil restrictions
President Donald Trump escalated his criticism of Iran on Friday, accusing its government of manipulating global media coverage and engaging in “short term extortion of the world” by limiting oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump said on Truth Social that Iran was using the crisis to pressure the international community and insisted the country’s leadership was surviving only because negotiations were underway. “The only reason they are alive today is to negotiate!” he wrote.
Apr 10, 2026 at 12:47 PM EDT
WATCH: Hakeem Jeffries slams Trump for rising prices amid war with Iran
Apr 10, 2026 at 12:34 PM EDT
Starmer blames Trump and Putin for surging energy costs
Prime Minister Keir Starmer sharply criticized President Donald Trump on Thursday, saying he was “fed up” with both Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin for driving up global energy prices. Speaking to ITN, Starmer said families and businesses across Britain were being forced to absorb rising energy bills because of actions taken by the two leaders abroad.
“I’m fed up with the fact that families across the country see their bills go up and down on energy, businesses’ bills go up and down on energy, because of the actions of Putin or Trump across the world,” he said.
Apr 10, 2026 at 12:21 PM EDT
Polls show most Israelis reject cease-fire, doubt victory over Iran
A series of new surveys released Thursday indicate that most Israelis do not believe the United States and Israel won the war against Iran, and a majority opposes the emerging cease-fire agreement.
A poll by Channel 13 in Israel found that only 33% of respondents believe the U.S.‑Israel side prevailed, while 28% say Iran emerged victorious. A Channel 12 survey showed a similar split, with 30% crediting the U.S. and Israel with winning the conflict. A third poll from Kan 11 reported an even lower figure, with just 25% saying Israel and the U.S. came out on top.
All three polls found that more than half of Israelis oppose the U.S.-led cease-fire and want the war to continue. The Channel 13 survey also showed the public divided on Israel’s strategic standing: 37% believe the country’s position has improved, while 34% say it has deteriorated.
The findings pose a political challenge for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has repeatedly framed the war as a decisive victory and promised to “change the face of the Middle East.” With elections approaching, the polling suggests the public remains unconvinced by that narrative.
Apr 10, 2026 at 12:08 PM EDT
Spain rejects idea of NATO role in reopening Strait of Hormuz
Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares pushed back Friday against suggestions that NATO could play a role in efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, after comments from alliance chief Mark Rutte hinted at possible involvement.
“NATO has no involvement in this war. The Middle East is not within NATO’s area of action,” Albares said in remarks published by Spanish media, underscoring Madrid’s opposition to expanding the alliance’s mandate into the current conflict.
Rutte had earlier suggested that NATO allies were discussing ways to support efforts to restore safe passage through the strategic waterway, which has been largely shut amid the U.S.–Israel war with Iran.
Apr 10, 2026 at 11:56 AM EDT
Trump signals 24-hour deadline as U.S. prepares for possible Iran strikes
President Donald Trump said the United States is reloading its warships with advanced munitions as a 24‑hour deadline approaches for peace talks with Iran in Pakistan, warning that strikes could resume if negotiations fail. The comments came shortly after Vice President JD Vance departed for Islamabad, where he will join envoy Steve Witkoff and adviser Jared Kushner for high‑stakes discussions following a two‑week cease-fire.
Trump told The Post that the military is preparing for a potential return to combat operations, saying the U.S. is “loading up the ships” with upgraded weapons. He added that the outcome of the talks should become clear within a day.
Iran is expected to send Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who has insisted that a cease-fire in Lebanon and the release of Iran’s blocked assets must occur before negotiations begin. The U.S. is seeking the transfer of enriched uranium stockpiles, limits on Iran’s regional proxies, and full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, where tanker traffic remains far below normal levels.
Apr 10, 2026 at 11:55 AM EDT
OIC condemns Israel’s approval of 34 new West Bank settlements
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has denounced Israel’s approval of 34 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, calling the move a “flagrant violation of international law” and a breach of multiple UN Security Council resolutions.
According to the Israeli watchdog Peace Now, the cabinet authorized the settlements on April 1, though Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government has not formally announced the decision. Israeli media reported the approval on Thursday after the military censor lifted restrictions on publication.
The OIC said the expansion was intended to “undermine the two‑state solution” and urged the international community to take action against what it described as ongoing Israeli violations against Palestinians.
Apr 10, 2026 at 11:42 AM EDT
Most ships crossing Hormuz now linked to Iran, data shows
Most of the vessels that managed to transit the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours were tied to Iran, according to ship‑tracking data and industry sources, while many other operators delayed their departures amid continued security risks.
Separate analyses from Kpler and Lloyd’s List Intelligence show that three Iranian‑linked oil carriers — a supertanker capable of holding 2 million barrels, a smaller crude tanker, and a bunker fuel vessel — all left Iranian waters during the period.
Data also indicates that four dry bulk ships sailed through the strait, including an Iranian iron ore carrier bound for China.
Apr 10, 2026 at 11:29 AM EDT
UNICEF says Israeli strikes kill dozens of children in Lebanon
A wave of Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon on Wednesday killed at least 33 children and injured more than 150, according to UNICEF, which warned of a rapidly worsening humanitarian crisis.
Lebanon’s Health Ministry reported more than 300 deaths overall from the strikes, describing one of the deadliest single‑day escalations since the conflict intensified. The Israeli military said it targeted more than 100 Hezbollah command centers and military sites in simultaneous attacks across the country.
UNICEF said roughly 600 children have been killed or injured in Lebanon since early March, with many still missing and others pulled from collapsed buildings. More than 1 million people have been displaced, including nearly 400,000 children, many of whom have been forced to flee multiple times.
The agency warned that the use of explosive weapons in densely populated areas is placing children at “extreme risk” and urged all parties to uphold international humanitarian law. UNICEF teams are expanding emergency operations but say needs are rising far faster than resources.
Apr 10, 2026 at 11:16 AM EDT
Strike on Saudi pipeline deepens fears over global oil supply
A key oil pipeline in Saudi Arabia was hit on Wednesday, according to local media reports, intensifying concerns about already‑strained global energy supplies amid the ongoing war involving Iran.
The attack targeted the kingdom’s East–West Pipeline, a critical route that carries crude from eastern oil fields to the Red Sea port of Yanbu, allowing exports to bypass the increasingly perilous Strait of Hormuz. With Iran restricting passage through the strait, the pipeline has become one of the few remaining channels for Gulf oil to reach world markets.
Last month, Saudi Aramco said it had begun rerouting millions of barrels of crude normally shipped through Hormuz to the pipeline. At full capacity, the line can move up to 7 million barrels per day, partially offsetting the roughly 15 million barrels that typically transit the strait.
But Wednesday’s strike has sharply reduced that flow. An official from the Saudi energy ministry told state news agency SPA that damage to a major pumping station cut throughput by 700,000 barrels per day, with additional attacks on other facilities knocking out several hundred thousand more. The SPA report, published Thursday, did not specify when the strikes occurred.
Apr 10, 2026 at 11:03 AM EDT
Iran signals shift in regional power balance, message to Gulf states suggests
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei issued a pointed message to Gulf Arab states on Thursday, prompting analysts to say Tehran is signaling that the era of unquestioned U.S. dominance in the region is over. His comments, posted on X, urged neighboring countries to “observe closely” what he described as Iran’s resilience in the face of the U.S.–Iran war.
Khamenei warned Gulf governments to distrust what he called the “false promises” of the United States and Israel, framing Iran’s survival as a “miracle” and urging states to choose the “right side.” He added that Iran is “waiting for an appropriate response” from its neighbors to demonstrate “brotherhood and goodwill,” but said this would require them to distance themselves from “Arrogant Powers.”
Hasan Alhasan, a senior fellow at the International Institute for Strategic Studies in Bahrain, told CNN that Iran appears emboldened after the cease-fire. He said Tehran believes it has weathered the U.S.–Israeli offensive, forced Washington into accepting a truce, and strengthened its leverage over the Strait of Hormuz.
Alhasan noted, however, that Gulf states — many of which endured waves of Iranian missiles and drones during the conflict — are unlikely to embrace Iran’s overture. “With or without the U.S., they are unlikely to accept Iranian tutelage once the war is over,” he said.
Apr 10, 2026 at 10:50 AM EDT
U.S. trade official says China’s role in Iran could complicate relations
A senior U.S. trade official said Washington aims to maintain a stable relationship with China, but warned that ties could become strained if Beijing deepens its involvement with Iran in ways that conflict with U.S. interests. The comments came from U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in an interview with CNBC.
Greer said he expects President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping to have a productive meeting next month, but noted that several challenges in the U.S.–China relationship remain unresolved.
Apr 10, 2026 at 10:37 AM EDT
Qatar and Lebanon discuss regional tensions in high-level call
Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi held a phone call with Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji on Friday to review the latest developments across the Middle East, according to a statement from the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The discussion focused heavily on the situation in Lebanon, where ongoing Israeli strikes have intensified regional concern. Dr. Al Khulaifi reiterated Qatar’s condemnation of the recent Israeli raids, describing them as “brutal,” and affirmed Doha’s solidarity with Lebanon as it works to safeguard its security and stability.
Apr 10, 2026 at 10:24 AM EDT
Few ships crossing Hormuz despite cease-fire promise
The cease-fire announced Tuesday in the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran included a pledge to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic. But shipping activity remains extremely limited, as Iran continues to warn that vessels must obtain its approval before attempting the passage.
Data reviewed by MarineTraffic shows that only 18 ships have crossed the strait since the truce was unveiled — a trickle compared with normal traffic levels. Four vessels made the journey on Wednesday, 10 on Thursday, and another four by early Friday afternoon.
The ships that have passed through reflect a narrow slice of global operators. Four are Iranian‑flagged, including one tanker. Three others have previously been sanctioned by the United States for carrying Iranian crude, among them a Russian‑flagged vessel blacklisted in 2025.
Ownership records, where available, point to operators based in India, China, and Greece. One Panama‑flagged bulk carrier listed its destination with the note “China owner and crew,” though its corporate ties remain unclear.
Apr 10, 2026 at 10:11 AM EDT
Netanyahu expels Spain from coordination center amid escalating diplomatic rift
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday that he has ordered Spain removed from a Civil Military Coordination Centre operating in Kiryat Gat, a body created under U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20‑point peace framework that underpins the Gaza cease-fire.
The move marks a sharp escalation in the already tense relationship between the two governments. Spain has been one of Israel’s most outspoken critics during the war with Iran, as well as over Israeli actions in Gaza, the occupied West Bank, and its military campaign in Lebanon.
“Israel will not remain silent in the face of those who attack us,” Netanyahu said, accusing Madrid of “defaming” IDF soldiers. He said Spain had “chosen repeatedly to stand against Israel,” prompting his decision to expel its representatives from the center.
“I am not willing to tolerate this hypocrisy and hostility,” he added. “I do not intend to allow any country to wage a diplomatic war against us without paying an immediate price.”
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:58 AM EDT
Oil prices edge higher as traders question cease-fire stability
Oil prices ticked upward on Friday as traders grew increasingly doubtful that the U.S.–Iran cease-fire will hold, keeping pressure on global energy markets. Brent crude, the international benchmark, rose about 1% to roughly $97 a barrel, though prices remain below the $110 level seen earlier in the week before the truce was announced.
But futures tell only part of the story. For buyers seeking immediate delivery, prices on the spot market have surged to around $145 a barrel, reflecting a severe supply squeeze. Shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have persisted despite the cease-fire, leaving tankers unable or unwilling to resume normal routes.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:53 AM EDT
Islamabad locks down ahead of U.S.–Iran peace talks
Less than a day before U.S. and Iranian officials are expected to arrive for high‑level peace talks, Islamabad has been placed under sweeping security restrictions. Authorities in Pakistan’s capital have blocked major roads with shipping containers and barbed wire, deployed security forces across the city, and sealed off a two‑mile perimeter around the Serena Hotel, where parts of the delegations are set to stay. Even the popular hiking trails in the hills overlooking the city have been closed.
The government declared Thursday and Friday public holidays to prepare the quiet, residential capital—home to just over a million people—for the diplomatic influx. Officials have released almost no details about the talks, citing security concerns and the need to allow U.S. and Iranian negotiators to shape the process.
Despite the secrecy, Pakistan has embraced its moment on the world stage. Leaders across Europe and the Middle East have publicly thanked Islamabad for its mediation efforts, and local editorials have framed the talks as evidence of Pakistan’s emergence as a regional power broker.
Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said journalists from Iran and the United States would be able to obtain visas on arrival to cover the talks—an unusual step in a country where foreign reporters typically face long waits for entry approval.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:48 AM EDT
U.S. inflation jumps as oil shock from Iran war ripples through economy
Inflation in the United States accelerated in March to its fastest pace in nearly two years, driven in part by soaring oil prices linked to the U.S.–Israel war in Iran and the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz.
The Labor Department reported that consumer prices rose 3.3% over the past 12 months, up sharply from 2.4% in February. The monthly increase was among the largest since 2022, when global markets were reeling from the energy shock triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Last month’s jump was fueled largely by higher gasoline costs, as disruptions to oil shipments through Hormuz pushed crude prices higher and began filtering into broader consumer expenses. Economists say the conflict‑driven spike in energy prices is now exerting clear pressure on the wider U.S. economy.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:44 AM EDT
Israeli rights group condemns Smotrich’s call for expanding borders
The Israeli human rights organization B’Tselem sharply criticized comments by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who suggested Israel should extend its borders deeper into Lebanon, Syria, and the Palestinian territories.
In a statement Friday, B’Tselem said Smotrich’s remarks “clarify exactly the vision guiding Israel’s actions,” arguing that the minister’s comments mirror what the group describes as ongoing destruction in Gaza, the West Bank, and now southern Lebanon. The organization accused the international community of granting Israel “immunity” that enables continued military operations across the region.
Smotrich made the comments during a ceremony marking the opening of a new settlement in the occupied West Bank, where he outlined what he called future “diplomatic legs” that would push Israel’s borders to the Litani River in Lebanon, expand control in Syria, and solidify Israeli authority in what he referred to as Judea and Samaria.
Although Smotrich sits on Israel’s Security Cabinet, the government has not endorsed any plan to alter the country’s borders — a move that would likely trigger significant international backlash. Israel is expected to hold elections later this year, and recent polling suggests Smotrich’s party may struggle to retain its seats.
Meanwhile, Hamas said the minister’s comments undermine the cease-fire agreement reached last October, accusing Israel of signaling intentions that run counter to ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:39 AM EDT
Vance expresses optimism ahead of Islamabad talks with Iran
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Vice President JD Vance voiced confidence in upcoming negotiations with Iran as he departed for Islamabad on Friday, describing the planned talks as a promising step toward easing regional tensions.
“We’re looking forward to the negotiation,” he told reporters before boarding his flight. “I think it’s going to be positive.”
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:35 AM EDT
Hezbollah’s Qassem says resistance will continue ‘as long as there is breath’
Hezbollah Secretary‑General Naim Qassem vowed on Friday that the group’s campaign against Israel would not relent, saying its “resistance continues as long as there is breath,” according to a statement released by the Lebanese organization.
Qassem asserted that Israel had “failed on the ground” and was unable to launch a sustained ground offensive, adding that Israeli forces had not succeeded in stopping Hezbollah’s missile fire. His remarks come amid ongoing Israeli strikes across Lebanon and heightened regional tensions.
He reiterated that Hezbollah would not return to the pre‑war status quo and urged foreign governments to stop offering what he described as “free concessions” to Israel.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:31 AM EDT
Israeli strike injures couple near Mari as attacks expand across Lebanon
An Israeli airstrike injured a Lebanese couple as they were leaving the border village of Mari, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA). Emergency crews from the Red Cross transported both individuals to a nearby hospital for treatment.
In the past hour, Israeli warplanes have carried out additional strikes across south Lebanon and the Bekaa Valley, hitting At‑Tiri, Beit Yahoun, Bint Jbeil, al‑Ansar, and Sohmori, marking a rapid expansion of the bombardment.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:27 AM EDT
Israeli raids devastate Nabatieh in largest attack of the war
The city of Nabatieh was hit by its most intense wave of strikes since the start of the war, as Israeli warplanes carried out a series of heavy raids across multiple neighborhoods, causing widespread destruction, according to local authorities.
Strikes near government facilities led to the collapse of several buildings and resulted in a deadly attack on the State Security Office. Initial reports said eight members of the office were killed, with the toll expected to rise as rescue efforts continue.
Ambulance teams and civil defense crews are working to evacuate the wounded and transport them to nearby hospitals, while damage assessments are still underway.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:23 AM EDT
Israeli strike on Jba’a carwash kills six, Lebanon’s NNA says
An Israeli airstrike on a carwash in Jba’a, a town in the Iqlim al‑Tuffah region of Nabatieh, killed six people on Friday, according to Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA).
The agency reported that the dead included the carwash owner, his two sons, and three others who were at the site when the strike hit. Local responders said the blast caused significant damage to the surrounding area as emergency crews worked to recover the victims.
Apr 10, 2026 at 09:20 AM EDT
Iranian lawmaker says Hormuz transit fees would be paid in rial
A senior Iranian lawmaker said a new parliamentary proposal would require all ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz to pay fees in the Iranian rial, according to a statement shared by the Consulate General of Iran in Mumbai.
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