Pope Leo urges Israel to reopen dialogue to end Iran war, calling for civilian protection and respect for international law during a phone call with Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif calls for negotiations with the US, proposing nuclear program limits and Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for sanctions relief. He argues Iran holds the upper hand but warns continued conflict will lead to further destruction.
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif calls for a deal with the US to end the war, proposing nuclear program curbs and Strait of Hormuz reopening in exchange for sanctions relief. He argues Iran has the upper hand but warns continued conflict will lead to further destruction.
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif calls for Iran to declare victory and make a deal to end the conflict with the US and Israel, proposing nuclear program limitations and sanctions relief.
Former Iranian diplomat Zarif proposes nuclear program limits and sanctions relief in exchange for ending conflicts with the US and Israel. He suggests reducing uranium enrichment and reopening the Strait of Hormuz as part of a broader agreement.
UN Secretary-General Guterres urges diplomacy to halt the Iran-Israel conflict, calling for immediate cessation of hostilities by both sides. He emphasizes the need for peaceful resolution anchored in international law.
President Trump threatened to withdraw the U.S. from NATO after NATO allies refused to help clear the Strait of Hormuz. This marks a new strategy where no previous U.S. president acknowledged NATO's importance. Trump's conflicts with NATO allies stemmed from defense spending issues and doubts about U.S. protection of Europe from Russian aggression.
Iran's representative at the IAEA stated that an attack on the Bushehr nuclear power plant would violate international law and constitute a war crime. He also denied that Iran had restarted its uranium enrichment, calling the U.S.-Israeli accusation a lie.
Gulf states are pushing for normalization with Iran amid the 2026 conflict. Ceasefire odds by April 30 are at 38.5%, up from 18.5% for April 15. Markets focus on Qatar and Oman's mediation roles, while the Iranian regime collapse probability stands at 10.5%.
U.S. President Trump addresses Iran war progress, stating strategic goals are nearing completion. Claims Iranian President sought ceasefire. Encourages European NATO allies to take control of the Strait of Hormuz.