Trump Says Iran Agrees to Halt Funding for Hezbollah, Hamas
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump announced Thursday that Iran has agreed to cease providing financial support to Hezbollah and Hamas, marking a significant shift in the Middle East power dynam...
Trump Calms Down After Oil Market Manipulation
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump appeared to have calmed down following a period of intense activity that saw him manipulating the oil market, according to a report dated April 17, 2026. Th...
Goldman Sachs flags U.K. equity undervaluation amid domestic de-equitization
LONDON (April 18, 2026) — Goldman Sachs Group Inc analysts have identified a significant valuation gap in U.K. equities, warning that the market remains under-owned by both domestic and international ...
Iran Confirms Strait of Hormuz Open Following Ceasefire Expansion
TEHRAN — Iran announced Thursday that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to maritime traffic following the implementation of a ceasefire agreement that now includes Lebanon, though significant diplomat...
Lebanese President Aoun Credits National Unity for Ceasefire Achievement
BEIRUT — Lebanese President Jose Aoun declared on Thursday that the newly established ceasefire in Lebanon is the direct result of collective efforts, sacrifices, and solidarity demonstrated by the Le...
Lumen Technologies Partners with AWS to Expand Cloud Connectivity
NEW YORK (AP) — Lumen Technologies announced a strategic partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) Thursday, a move that immediately propelled the telecommunications company's stock price higher as i...
Iran Deputy FM Rejects Temporary Ceasefire, Proposes New Hormuz Protocol
ANTALYA, Turkey (AP) — Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh rejected proposals for a temporary ceasefire on Thursday, insisting that any resolution to the ongoing regional conflict must be...
Israeli drone strike kills one in southern Lebanon
BEIRUT — An Israeli drone strike on a motorcycle killed one person and injured two others Thursday in the town of Kounine in southern Lebanon, escalating tensions in the region. The attack occurred at...
Ships Converge on Strait of Hormuz Amid Unexplained Movement
DUBAI (AP) — A significant number of vessels have lifted anchor and are moving toward the Strait of Hormuz from both the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, raising concerns about potential disruptions...
Singapore Tightens Monetary Policy as StarHub Divests Cybersecurity Stake
SINGAPORE — The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) tightened monetary policy on Friday amid rising inflation pressures, while telecommunications giant StarHub Ltd. announced a strategic divestment ...
Lebanon death toll rises to 2,294 as fresh fighting claims 98 lives in single day
BEIRUT — The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported on Thursday that 98 people were killed and 359 wounded across Lebanon in the past 24 hours, pushing the total death toll to 2,294 since the beginning ...
Telegram Channel Posts Comment Linking Regime Change to Strait of Iran
A Telegram channel identified as Middle_East_Spectator posted a comment on April 17, 2026, drawing a direct comparison between the concept of regime change and the Strait of Iran. The message, timesta...
U.S. Agrees to Release Frozen Iranian Funds in Strait of Hormuz Deal
WASHINGTON — The United States has agreed to release billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets as part of a diplomatic agreement aimed at securing the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical gl...
Iran Considers Toll Fees for Strategic Passage Routes
TEHRAN (AP) — Iran is considering the implementation of toll fees for passage through its strategic waterways, raising questions about the future of regional maritime commerce and transit rights. The...
President Trump Posts Message Thanking Iran
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump posted a message on Thursday thanking Iran, marking an unexpected diplomatic gesture between the two nations. The statement, released from the White House at 2:40 ...
Iranian Schoolgirls Wear Angel Wings in Minab Tribute
MINAB, Iran — Iranian schoolgirls donned white angel wings Thursday in a somber tribute to students killed in a recent airstrike on an elementary school in the southern city. The demonstration, held o...
Meloni Emphasizes International Law Principle Amidst Unspecified Situation
ROME, April 17, 2026 — Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated on Friday that the current situation necessitates affirming a fundamental principle of international law. Speaking in Rome, Meloni a...
U.S. Considers Lifting $20 Billion in Frozen Iranian Assets Amid Negotiations
WASHINGTON — The United States is considering unfreezing approximately $20 billion in Iranian assets as part of ongoing diplomatic negotiations between the two nations. The potential move marks a sig...
Trump Confronts NATO Over Defense Spending in 2026
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is taking direct action against the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, marking a significant escalation in tensions between the United States and its long-standing...
Greenland Approves Critical Metals' Expanded Stake in Tanbreez Rare-Earth Project
NAARSAK, Greenland — Greenland’s government approved a deal Wednesday allowing Critical Metals (CRML) to increase its ownership stake in the Tanbreez rare-earth project to 92.5%, a move that triggered...
Trump Commends Gulf Nations for Support
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump on Thursday publicly thanked Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar for their bravery and assistance, marking a significant diplomatic gesture ami...
Motley Fool Analyst Urges Buy-and-Hold Strategy Amid Iran War Volatility
NEW YORK — Investors facing market turbulence driven by the ongoing conflict in Iran should maintain a long-term buy-and-hold approach rather than attempting to time the market, according to a new ana...
Iran Links Asset Freeze Lift to Strait of Hormuz Opening
TEHRAN, April 17 (Reuters) - An Iranian official stated on Thursday that the lifting of the freeze on Iranian assets is a prerequisite for an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a pote...
Global Markets Surge to Records Despite Recession Warnings Amid Iran War Concerns
SYDNEY — Global stock markets rallied to record highs on Thursday, defying severe economic warnings of a looming global recession driven by the ongoing Iran war and energy crises. The Australian Secur...
Millions Gather in Sana'a to Celebrate Lebanon Ceasefire
SANAA, Yemen (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of Yemenis flooded the streets of the capital on Thursday in a massive rally celebrating a ceasefire in Lebanon and expressing solidarity with people across t...
Tesla Europe Schedules Unannounced Event for April 2026
BERLIN (AP) — Tesla Europe has posted a link on its regional website pointing to an upcoming event scheduled for April 17, 2026, marking the first official confirmation of a major gathering in the reg...
Trump Announces Nuclear Dust Deal to Halt Israeli Bombing of Lebanon
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced on Thursday a diplomatic agreement in which the United States will receive all nuclear dust generated by B2 Bombers without financial exchange, a move tie...
Ukraine Claims American Microchips Found in Russian Geran-2 Drones
KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian authorities announced Thursday that American-made microchips were discovered inside Russian Geran-2 drones used in attacks against the country. The revelation, presented duri...
Thiel, Palantir Linked to Epstein Files in New Report
SAN FRANCISCO — Palantir Technologies founder Peter Thiel appears more than 2,200 times in documents related to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, according to a report published Thursday by Al Jazee...
Finance Expert Urges Patience Amid Market Volatility Linked to Iran Conflict
ABILENE, Texas (AP) — Investors should maintain a long-term perspective and resist making emotional decisions as stock market volatility intensifies due to escalating overseas conflict, a finance prof...