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Exclusive-Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says

Exclusive-Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says

By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, April 24 (Reuters) - An internal Pentagon email outlines options for the United States to punish NATO allies it believes failed to support U.S. operations in the war with Iran, including suspending Spain from the alliance and reviewing the U.S. position on Britain's claim
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Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is refusing to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war
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The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire

The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran as a new round of peace talks was on hold
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King Charles on US mission to bolster UK's special relationship with royalist Trump

King Charles on US mission to bolster UK's special relationship with royalist Trump

By Michael Holden and Sarah Young LONDON, April 23 (Reuters) - Britain's King Charles heads to the United States next week for the most high-profile trip of his reign so far, on a mission to shore up the future of the two allies' "special relationship" which the Iran war has plunged to its lowest
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A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy

A look at China's behind-the-scenes role in Iran war diplomacy

China's behind-the-scenes role in efforts to de-escalate the Iran conflict has been gaining attention
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Iran Seizes Ships in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. Blockade Continues Amid Ceasefire

Iran Seizes Ships in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. Blockade Continues Amid Ceasefire

Iran's Revolutionary Guard attacked and seized multiple ships in the Strait of Hormuz, challenging the U.S. naval blockade and ceasefire extension. The attacks occurred after President Trump extended the ceasefire, aiming to give Iran time to present a unified proposal. Iran's actions have put peace talks in jeopardy, with the country accusing the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by blockading Iranian ports. The situation has led to international concern over oil prices and global market stability.
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UK and France Lead Efforts to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions

UK and France Lead Efforts to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Amid U.S.-Iran Tensions

The United Kingdom and France are spearheading a multinational effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime passage for global oil shipments. This initiative involves a two-day conference in the UK, gathering military planners from over 30 countries. The conference follows U.S. President Trump's decision to extend the U.S.-Iran ceasefire, while maintaining a naval blockade at the Strait, which Iran has criticized as a 'siege'. The UK and France aim to develop a military plan to ensure freedom of navigation and support a lasting ceasefire. The UK Defence Secretary emphasized the importance of international trade and energy security, highlighting the need for coordinated multinational action.
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Navy Secretary John Phelan Ousted Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Navy Secretary John Phelan Ousted Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Navy Secretary John Phelan has been removed from his position, effective immediately, as announced by the Pentagon. This development comes amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, where Iran has not recognized a ceasefire unilaterally extended by President Trump. Iran's recent attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz have further strained potential U.S.-Iran peace talks. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have resulted in casualties, including a Lebanese journalist, as diplomatic efforts continue in Washington to extend a truce. Phelan's departure is part of a series of high-level dismissals at the Pentagon under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who has been reshaping leadership amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.
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US Navy Secretary Phelan fired by Pentagon, source says

US Navy Secretary Phelan fired by Pentagon, source says

By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, April 22 (Reuters) - Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired, a source familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in another wartime shakeup at the Pentagon coming just weeks after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ousted the Army's top general.
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Explainer-Who are the candidates running for UN secretary-general?

Explainer-Who are the candidates running for UN secretary-general?

GENEVA, April 21 (Reuters) - The 10th United Nations secretary-general will be elected this year for a five-year term starting on January 1, 2027. Here are the candidates so far running to take over from outgoing U.N. chief Antonio Guterres.
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Analysis-With tariffs stalled, Trump's China policy drifts

Analysis-With tariffs stalled, Trump's China policy drifts

By Michael Martina WASHINGTON, April 21 (Reuters) - When President Donald Trump returned to office in 2025, he vowed to use tariffs to reset relations with China, which he said was "killing" the United States with its trade policies.
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Vance's trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran on hold, US official says

Vance's trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran on hold, US official says

A U.S. official said Vice President JD Vance’s trip to Islamabad for potential ceasefire talks with Iran has been called off and put on hold, but cautioned that President Donald Trump could change his mind at any minute