Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said a Lebanon ceasefire and release of Iran’s blocked assets must be completed before negotiations with the United States can begin, calling them agreed preconditions.

Zelensky called for reinstating sanctions on Russian oil after a US-Iran ceasefire reopened the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing its importance to global energy supplies.

President Trump said US warships are being reloaded with weapons to strike Iran if Pakistan talks fail, warning the military would act “very effectively” without a deal.

US inflation rose to 3.3% in March from 2.4% as gasoline prices surged 21.2%. Average fuel costs reached $4.15 per gallon, up from $3 before the war, according to US Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

President Trump’s Board of Peace has received under $1 billion of $17 billion pledged for Gaza. Only three countries contributed funds, preventing deployment of a Palestinian governing body and delaying plans for the enclave’s administration.

Costco plans to roll out standalone “fuel oasis” gas stations with about 40 pumps each, offering discounted fuel without attached stores, aiming to increase capacity, reduce wait times, and expand fuel access for members.

European airports warned jet fuel shortages could hit within three weeks if Strait of Hormuz traffic does not resume. ACI Europe said disruptions would impact operations and the economy, as airlines already cancel flights and consider capacity cuts.

President Trump claims Iran lacks leverage beyond short-term global disruption.

President Trump claims Iran better at PR than they are at fighting.

Israel’s shekel strengthened to NIS 3.0448 per dollar, reaching a 30-year high. Gains were driven by optimism after a ceasefire with Iran and prospects for Lebanon talks, marking its strongest level since November 1995.

A runaway wolf in South Korea sparked viral attention and led to the creation of a meme coin, prompting concern from authorities over public safety and speculative trading tied to the animal’s sudden online popularity.

The FAA is investigating after a Frontier Airlines plane nearly hit two trucks on a taxiway at Los Angeles International Airport. The pilot braked suddenly; no injuries were reported.

The IDF said it killed at least 180 Hezbollah operatives in coordinated strikes on 100 sites across Lebanon within one minute. Lebanon reported 357 deaths, without distinguishing civilians, as the military targeted headquarters, weapons depots, and key infrastructure.

Former Iranian foreign minister Kamal Kharazi died from wounds sustained in April 1 US-Israel strikes, Iranian media reported. His wife was killed in the same attack. He previously served under Mohammad Khatami as foreign minister.

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London: More than 200 protesters have been detained by the Metropolitan Police following a demonstration in Trafalgar Square in support of the proscribed group Palestine Action. A total of 212 individuals, aged between 27 and 82, were taken into custody as officers continued making arrests where support for the banned organisation was displayed.

Iran still has thousands of ballistic missiles, despite losses, according to a The Wall Street Journal report citing U.S. officials. Many launchers remain recoverable underground, and officials warn Iran could use the ceasefire to rebuild its missile stockpiles.

Watch how NYPD 71 Precinct officers responded to a call for a stolen car. In just minutes, drones were deployed to help successfully locate the vehicle and apprehend the suspect.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned military vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz will face a strong response, after US warships cleared mines. The IRGC said only civilian ships may pass under conditions and asserted full control over the strategic waterway.

US intelligence says China is preparing to send air defense systems to Iran in the coming weeks. The report said Tehran may be using the pause in fighting to rebuild stockpiles, with shipments routed through a third country.

Israel reprimanded Spain’s top diplomat in Tel Aviv after a giant effigy of Netanyahu was blown up in El Burgo. Spain rejected claims of antisemitism and said it remains committed to combating hatred and discrimination.

President Trump on reports that China is preparing to ship weapons to Iran: "If China does that, China is gonna have big problems."

President Trump: "We're in very deep negotiations with Iran. We win regardless. We've defeated them militarily... Whether we make a deal or not, it makes no difference to me — and the reason is because we've won, whether you listen to the Fake News or not."

Netanyahu said Israel created security zones in Gaza, Syria, and Lebanon while fighting Iran’s proxies. He said Israel will keep confronting Hamas and Hezbollah, and that Lebanon has sought direct talks, with disarmament as a condition.

President Trump: "They have no navy. They have no radar. They have no air force. Their leaders are all dead. Khamenei is gone. For many years he ruled; he's gone. With all of that, let's see what happens — but from my standpoint, I don't care."

VP Vance in Islamabad, Pakistan: "We’ve had a number of substantive discussions with the Iranians. That’s the good news. The bad news is that we have not reached an agreement — and I think that’s bad news for Iran much more than it's bad news for the United States of America."

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is recovering from facial and leg injuries after an airstrike, according to Reuters. Sources said he remains mentally sharp and involved in decisions, as questions persist during the war and US negotiations.

VP Vance: "The simple fact is that we need to see an affirmative commitment that they will not seek a nuclear weapon, and they will not seek the tools that would enable them to quickly achieve a nuclear weapon."

Multiple people were reportedly shot at a Chick-fil-A in Union, New Jersey, with six injured and one dead.

UK is shelving plans to return the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after opposition from President Trump. A spokesperson said the deal requires US support, as legislation runs out of time. The islands host the strategic Diego Garcia US-UK military base.

Israeli intelligence firm Black Cube confirmed its role in a Cyprus sting targeting officials and business figures. The video prompted a presidential aide’s resignation. Those involved denied wrongdoing, while the firm said it exposed corruption and did not reveal its clients.

The Wall Street Journal reported 100 ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz in the past month. Brokers say some non-Iranian vessels negotiated tolls with Iran reaching up to $2 million per ship.

WOW: More than 150 vehicles headed to NY/NJ after spending Pesach in Orlando, currently sharing their live locations to coordinate Minyanim along the way and offer assistance to others in need during their journey.

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ISRAEL: A 21-year-old yeshiva bucher is in critical condition after being pulled from the sea at Netanya beach, with medics performing resuscitation. At the same time, large search efforts are ongoing for his 18-year-old brother who remains missing in the water. The Klal is asked to daven for Avraham Yeshayuhi Ben Shoshana.

MI KEAMCHA YISROEL: Minyanim for Shacharis are confirmed at an average of two at a time across rest areas from Florida to New York as thousands share live locations to daven while returning from Orlando after a successful Pesach vacation.

President Trump said the meeting went well but nuclear issues remained unresolved, and announced an immediate U.S. Navy effort to block ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz, destroy mines, and stop Iran from profiting through illegal tolls at sea.

President Trump said Iran failed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, causing global disruption, and claimed mines may still be in the water despite Iran's losses. He said talks in Islamabad lasted nearly 20 hours, but Iran still refuses to abandon its nuclear ambitions, while U.S. representatives continued ongoing negotiations there.

IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir ordered heightened readiness and combat preparations after US-Iran talks collapsed, saying forces are ready to resume fighting with Iran.

The IDF said it raided a hospital in Bint Jbeil, killing about 20 Hezbollah operatives after troops came under fire. The military said it found weapons inside and accused Hezbollah of using the hospital for military activity.

Ben Gvir said he feels like the “master” of the Temple Mount and will push for expanded Jewish access. Footage showed him praying, while Jordan condemned the visit and Israel maintains the status quo policy.

The Israel Airports Authority said TUS Airways, Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Smartwings, Hainan Airlines, Red Wings Airlines, Georgian Airways, and FlyOne will resume flights to Tel Aviv this week, with Bluebird Airways restarting earlier, as airspace reopens after the ceasefire.

Netanyahu urged the High Court to reject petitions seeking the removal of Ben Gvir. He argued the court lacks authority to dismiss a minister, while petitioners say Ben Gvir interfered in police work.

President Trump: "We didn't get there on the important issue. They want to have nuclear weapons. They're not going to have nuclear weapons."

President Trump: "It’s called all in, and all out... We think that numerous countries are going to be helping us with this also, but we’re putting on a complete blockade. We’re not going to let Iran make money on selling oil to people that they like, and not people that they don’t like or whatever it is. It’s going to be all or none."

President Trump on news reports that China is preparing to ship weapons to Iran: "I doubt they would do that... but if we catch them doing that, they get a 50% tariff, which is a staggering amount."

Hezbollah denied links to a Damascus cell accused of plotting an attack on Rabbi Michael Khoury. Syrian authorities said suspects were tied to the group, while Hezbollah called the claims false and urged a thorough investigation.

The Health Ministry said 7,656 people have been hospitalized since February 28. Currently, 114 remain admitted, including two critical and 13 serious cases. Injuries include both direct and indirect causes, affecting civilians and soldiers.

Demolitions began in Kibbutz Be’eri’s Olive neighborhood, heavily damaged in the October 7 attack. The Gat family home was first removed. Residents chose rebuilding over preservation, while the family announced a memorial race to honor victims.

A battle-damaged KC-135 Stratotanker returned with patched shrapnel holes, likely hit during an Iranian strike on Prince Sultan Airbase.

Israeli Ambassador to UN Danny Danon: "I was not surprised because I deal with the Iranians at the United Nations for years, and I see their attitude. They feel superior, superior to the U.S., to the Gulf countries, to Israel."

Israel’s Finance Ministry estimated the US-Israel war with Iran cost NIS 35 billion ($11.5 billion), including NIS 22 billion ($7.2 billion) for defense, NIS 12 billion ($3.9 billion) for compensation, and NIS 1 billion ($300 million) for civilian costs.

The Wall Street Journal reported over 60% of the IRGC naval fleet in the Strait of Hormuz remains intact. Despite losses, its small boats and attack craft allow continued control of the waterway and mine-laying capabilities.

Netanyahu visited Israeli-controlled southern Lebanon, saying operations continue with more work needed to address ongoing threats.

An IDF strike in central Gaza killed Hamas commander Ali Sami Muhammad Shakra, who took part in the October 7 abductions of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Alon Ohel, Eliya Cohen and Or Levy, along with commanders Muhammad Mabhouh and Muhammad Fuad Gasser Sayid, who held Avinatan Or captive during the war in Gaza.

The US outlined six demands in failed Iran talks: end uranium enrichment, dismantle enrichment facilities, retrieve highly enriched uranium, accept a broader regional framework, stop funding Hamas, Hezbollah and Houthis, and fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz without tolls.

The IRGC said it controls all traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and warned enemies risk a “deadly vortex.” It said civilian ships may pass under rules, while military vessels face attack.

Former prime minister Naftali Bennett named Keren Terner and Liran Avisar Ben Horin as the first candidates on his Bennett 2026 slate. Both are former senior ministry directors-general who left government after disputes with Likud ministers.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says President Trump’s threats over a Hormuz blockade will not affect Iran, adding Tehran offered goodwill proposals in Pakistan talks that led to some progress.

Maj. Gen. Roman Gofman will become Mossad director on June 2 after approval by a government panel.

An unexploded WWII device detonated at Mansel Park after bomb disposal teams responded.

Orban conceded defeat as Peter Magyar’s Tisza party heads for 136 seats, ending Orban’s 16-year rule, with Fidesz projected at 56 seats.

Unitree H1 running at 10 m/s (Leg length: 0.4+0.4=0.8m, body weight: approx. 62kg).

Engineers used explosives to carry out a controlled implosion of the Mandarin Oriental Miami on Brickell Key.

VP Vance back in the United States after negotiations with Iran in Islamabad, Pakistan.

CENTCOM said it will begin enforcing a naval blockade of Iranian ports April 13 at 10 a.m. ET under orders from President Trump, while allowing transit through the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's FM Araghchi posted:

A police K9 named Rex found a missing 7-year-old girl in 12 minutes at a Colorado park, leading officers to a backyard where she was safely reunited with her family.

Somewhere in Poland...

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President Trump criticized Pope Leo, calling him weak on crime and foreign policy, opposing his views on Iran and US actions, and accusing him of political bias while urging him to focus on religious leadership.

President Trump: "Iran is in very bad shape — and just so you understand, Iran will not have a nuclear weapon... There is no way. They still want it, and they made that clear the other night. Iran will not have a nuclear weapon."

President Trump on negotiations with Iran: "I don't care if they come back or not. If they don't come back, I'm fine."

President Trump: "I don't think he's doing a very good job. He likes crime, I guess... I'm not a big fan of Pope Leo. He's a very liberal person — and he's a man that doesn't believe in stopping crime."

President Trump: "I'm very disappointed in NATO. They weren't there for us. We pay trillions of dollars for NATO and they weren't there for us... I think that's going to be under very serious examination."

The US began enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian ports after President Trump’s deadline. Restrictions apply to all vessels entering Iranian waters, while transit through the Strait of Hormuz to non-Iranian ports remains allowed, according to US Central Command.

The IDF released footage showing an FPV drone strike killing a Hezbollah operative in Bint Jbeil, after troops identified a cell planning drone attacks on Israeli forces.

President Trump said Iran’s navy was largely destroyed, warned remaining fast attack boats would be eliminated near the US blockade, and claimed major success in stopping maritime drug trafficking.

The IDF released footage of troops demolishing a Hezbollah tunnel in southern Lebanon after scanning it; the tunnel did not cross into Israel.

The IDF said over 10 Hezbollah drones launched since this morning were intercepted by the Israeli Air Force, and released footage of one interception.

Netanyahu said the Iran-US ceasefire could collapse quickly, citing Iran’s failure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He said Israel backs US actions and maintains close coordination with President Trump’s administration.

The IDF said it is close to capturing Bint Jbeil, killing over 100 Hezbollah operatives. Forces encircled the town and launched an assault, with operations expected to continue for several days to eliminate remaining fighters.

Israeli officials said France will not take part in Israel-Lebanon ceasefire talks, calling its role unnecessary. France said it seeks an end to Israel’s offensive. Talks are set to begin in Washington without French involvement.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Germany will cut fuel taxes by 17 euro cents ($0.19) for two months to ease energy costs caused by the US-Israel war with Iran, warning the economic impact will be long-lasting.

Pope Leo XIV vowed to keep speaking out against war after criticism from President Trump, who accused him of being weak on crime and aligning with liberal positions.

NGOs said Iran executed at least 1,639 people in 2025, up 68% from 2024 and the highest since 1989. The report warned executions may rise further, with many detained protesters at risk of death sentences.

MP Jon Trickett: "Can I ask the prime minister… that no British military assets or brave personnel would be put at risk in a foolish idea to blockade the strait?" Starmer: "We are not getting involved… We're working with other countries to get the strait open."

The IDF said a strike killed Hamas operative Yousef Ibrahim Mahmoud Beshiti, involved in the January 22, 2024 attack that killed 21 soldiers, along with at least six other operatives in central Gaza.

President Trump: "34 Ships went through the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, which is by far the highest number since this foolish closure began."

Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-California) suspended his California governor campaign after sexual assault and misconduct allegations by a former staffer and other women surfaced, which he denies.

President Trump on what would happen if a deal with Iran is not reached by the end of the ceasefire: "I don't want to comment on that, but it won't be pleasant for them, let me put it that way."

President Trump: "Iran will not have a nuclear weapon... If they don't agree, there's no deal. There'll never be a deal. Iran will not have a nuclear weapon and we're going to get the dust back — either we'll get it back from them or we'll take it."

President Trump: "We can't let a country blackmail or extort the world because that’s what they’re doing, they’re really blackmailing the world. We’re not going to let that happen."

The IDF said the Israeli Air Force struck about 150 Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon in the past day, including launchers, drones, buildings, and cells planning attacks on troops.

Mediators from Egypt, Pakistan, and Turkey are working to bridge US-Iran gaps. Talks saw progress on enrichment limits, but disputes remain. Turkey is pushing to extend the ceasefire by up to 60 days to allow further negotiations.

Netanyahu said Europe faces “moral weakness” in a Holocaust Remembrance Day address, praising Israel-US actions against Iran and stressing Israel’s role in defending global values and preventing future threats.

President Herzog called for unity during his Holocaust Remembrance Day address, warning against internal division and rising antisemitism. He highlighted ongoing threats, urging global leaders to take stronger action.

The Jerusalem Municipality lit Old City walls with Holocaust symbols and messages for Remembrance Day.

Begoña Gómez, wife of Spain Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, was charged with corruption, influence peddling, and embezzlement following a 2024 investigation. She denies wrongdoing, while the case adds pressure on Sánchez and is expected to move toward trial.

The IDF said strikes on April 8 killed over 250 Hezbollah operatives, including commanders, with the toll still rising, while Lebanon reported over 350 dead without distinguishing civilians from combatants.