World & Security

LIVE UPDATES: Hormuz Whiplash As Iran Drops 'Any Vessel' Threat

Iranian government appears to walk back threats against international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid intensifying domestic protests

By Diane Park · Sunday, April 19, 2026 · 3 min read
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DOJ Declines to Assist France's Investigation Into Musk's X Platform

The Justice Department's Office of International Affairs accused French authorities of using criminal law to regulate speech in a manner that conflicts with the First Amendment.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 4 min read
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Ex-Hostage Envoy Warns Iran May Use Detained Americans as Leverage in Nuclear Talks

Former U.S. hostage negotiator Roger Carstens says six Americans remain held in Iranian prisons, warning Tehran could use them as bargaining chips in ongoing nuclear negotiations.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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Mamdani Cites Tupac in Criticizing Iran War Costs, Citing $28 Billion Price Tag

New York City mayor quoted the late rapper while arguing the Iran conflict should be opposed on economic as well as political grounds.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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US Navy Releases Photos of Fresh Meals, Pushes Back on Reports of Food Shortages on Middle East Warships

Pentagon officials say reports of inadequate food aboard USS Abraham Lincoln and USS Tripoli during Operation Epic Fury are 'blatantly false,' with 30+ days of supplies onboard.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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US-Iran Talks Take Sudden, Uncertain Shift With Sweeping Claims on Both Sides

European allies launch 49-country diplomatic effort as Trump claims deal while Tehran denies agreement on Strait of Hormuz.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 4 min read
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How Travelers Can Navigate Rising Flight Costs as Iran War Squeezes Jet Fuel Supplies

Jet fuel prices have doubled since late February, prompting airlines to raise fares and reduce routes as the conflict threatens global oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

By Diane Park · Saturday, April 18, 2026 · 3 min read
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State Department Cables Show Iran War Is Damaging US Global Security Ties

Diplomatic dispatches describe fallout for American standing in Bahrain, Azerbaijan and Indonesia as conflict continues.

By Diane Park · Friday, April 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Open; RFK Jr. Testifies Again on Health Care Agenda

Trump welcomes Iran's announcement while U.S. blockade remains in place; HHS secretary faces second day of House questioning on vaccines and health policy.

By Diane Park · Friday, April 17, 2026 · 3 min read
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London Police Investigate Discarded Items Near Israeli Embassy

Officers in protective clothing searched the Kensington Gardens area after a video posted online claimed drones would attack with dangerous substances.

By Diane Park · Friday, April 17, 2026 · 3 min read