Tuesday, 12 May 2026

Iran appears to firm up its control over the Strait of Hormuz, cutting deals with Iraq and Pakistan to ship oil and liquefied natural gas from the region

Donald Trump rejected a peace proposal concerning Iran, casting doubt on immediate diplomatic progress. The rejection occurred shortly before his scheduled visit to China.

The articles cover two main topics: Trump's planned discussions with China regarding the sale of US weapons to Taiwan, and his strong rejection of Iran's response to US peace and ceasefire terms.

Iran has cut deals with Iraq and Pakistan to ship oil and liquefied natural gas from the region.

The US is reportedly considering new sanctions regarding Iran's oil exports to China. Former President Trump has made public statements criticizing Iran's current status.

President Trump's trip to China is going forward despite the war with Iran casting a shadow over the state visit.

China’s foreign minister Wang Yi on Tuesday urged Pakistan to ramp up mediation efforts in the Iran crisis, as the war threatens to overshadow US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing.

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump arrives in China on Wednesday for a three-day state visit that is expected to mainly focus on trade and economic ties.

The war has cost US$29 billion (S$36.8 billion) so far.

Democrats push new vote to limit Trump’s war powers on Iran US Senator Chuck Schumer criticised President Donald Trump over the conflict with Iran, accusing him of dragging Americans into an...

Donald Trump stated that the current ceasefire agreement with Iran is fragile and failing. He rejected a counteroffer from Tehran, insisting instead on a complete resolution to the conflict.

Trump stated that the ceasefire in Iran remains fragile and that he supports suspending the US gas tax despite high prices.

The US president criticises an Iranian counteroffer to end the war, and says the month-long ceasefire is "unbelievably weak".

Trump weighs military action against Iran with ceasefire "on life support" Axios

Former President Trump stated that his negotiations with Iran are not influenced by the financial status of the United States. Meanwhile, regional partners like Iraq and Pakistan are strengthening energy ties with Iran.

Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who served as chief negotiator in previous talks with Washington, said that his country was prepared 'for any eventuality' after Trump rejected...

Trump is reportedly weighing renewed military pressure against Iran. Multiple sources indicate that the current ceasefire is fragile, while Iran has stated it is prepared for potential aggression.

‘I don’t think about Americans’ financial situation’ in Iran war, Trump says as inflation bites SMH.com.au

The US President reiterated his claim that Iran's military had been destroyed by American and Israeli forces.

Most Americans see China as one of the United States' biggest rivals or adversaries, but largely as an economic threat, according to a new Chicago Council/NPR/Ipsos poll.

Mr Trump spoke to reporters as he departed the White House for China.

With talks at an impasse, both sides are holding to positions their opponents call unacceptable, while the economic pain caused by the Strait of Hormuz blockade continues to grow.

Chinese officials are in discussions with US counterparts to buy American crops, including corn, and could reach a deal during US President Donald Trump’s visit to China this week.

Former President Trump traveled to China for a high-level summit with President Xi. Discussions centered on economic opportunities, trade relations, and broader geopolitical stability.

President Donald Trump on Monday said the Iran ceasefire is on "life support" after rejecting Tehran's latest proposal, which officials said included some nuclear concessions.

President Donald Trump said a ceasefire with Iran was "on life support" after Tehran dismissed a US proposal to end the conflict.

China’s Best Friend? Donald Trump! The American Prospect

President Trump is traveling halfway around the world for a state visit to China, and he's bringing a host of top American executives with him.

Tensions escalated in the Middle East following a ceasefire proposal, as US officials, including Trump, criticized Iran's response as unacceptable or weak. The disagreement fueled a power struggle, with reports indicating Iran's aggressive stance and potential escalation of regional conflict.

Reza Pahlavi urged Trump to “finish the job” in Iran at the POLITICO Security Summit.

US officials discussing new military campaign name amid concerns over congressional war authorization timeline, report says

By Maya Gebeily, Maayan Lubell and Catherine CartierBEIRUT/JERUSALEM, May 12 (Reuters) - While Washington and Tehran argue over a deal to end the attacks on shipping that are shaking the world...

President Donald Trump is set to visit China from May 13th to 15th for high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with trade, Iran, and regional security expected to top the agenda.

Iran described its latest proposal to the United States as “reasonable and generous” on Monday and said Tehran’s immediate priority remained ending the war rather than deciding the future of its...

WASHINGTON, May 12 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he will have a long talk with Chinese President Xi Jinping about the war in Iran during his upcoming trip to China, but...

Tensions are escalating in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran asserting control and warning foreign naval forces of a "decisive response." This instability is contributing to regional energy concerns, while neighboring countries like Iraq and Pakistan are deepening economic ties with Tehran.

US CEOs seek China business gains from Trump-Xi summit Reuters

The United States announced on Tuesday that it would send a delegation to the second Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) 2026 Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM2) and related meetings in China this...

With a fragile US-Iran ceasefire barely holding, the Strait of Hormuz still blockaded, and all eyes on the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting, investors are embracing a new market narrative: “Nacho”.

US President Donald Trump warned that Tehran's rejection of his administration's demands meant the already tenuous ceasefire is now "unbelievably weak", and called Iran's counteroffer "garbage".

French President Macron announced a significant investment package for Africa during a summit in Kenya. He also committed to supporting the return of colonial-era artifacts.

The Russian military said it shot down 27 Ukrainian drones after the ceasefire expired.

Brett Ratner, director of the documentary Melania and the Rush Hour franchise, is travelling to China as part of US President Donald Trump’s delegation, sources familiar with the filmmaker’s plans...

The Persian nation remains in permanent surveillance of what happens in this waterway. On Tuesday, Gen.

Trump’s complaints on Iran war leaks prompt aggressive probe: Wall Street Journal The Express Tribune

Iran says ceasefire terms meet minimum standards for lasting peace Iran’s deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi has defended Tehran’s proposal to end the war, describing it as a baseline for any...

Tehran threatened to enrich uranium to weapons-grade if attacked again, as Trump said the ceasefire had a "one percent chance" of surviving after rejecting Tehran's proposal.

Geopolitical tensions persist in the Strait of Hormuz, marked by reports of attacks and high-level diplomatic discussions involving major world powers. The instability is raising concerns regarding environmental damage from diverted shipping routes and the

The UK plans to send drones, fighter jets, and a warship to participate in a defensive mission aimed at securing the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s traditional naval fleet has been almost completely destroyed by US-Israeli raids. But Iran’s military has put a fleet of small vessels on the water that is crippling every passageway.

The Russian military said it shot down 27 Ukrainian drones after the ceasefire expired.

Donald Trump’s summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping this week is a capstone event meant to demonstrate the president’s indelible mark on world history.

US President Donald Trump is expected to be accompanied by more than a dozen business leaders, including Tesla Chief Executive Elon Musk and Tim Cook of Apple, during his trip to China this week.

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At the Africa Forward summit in Kenya, French President Emmanuel Macorn is hoping to boost a new kind of partnership with African countries.

President Donald Trump has flatly rejected Iran's response, leaving the push to end the Middle East war at a deadlock.

It was an unusual statement to make at a time of acute pressure. Russian President Vladimir Putin used the weekend’s hallowed May 9 Victory Day parades, commemorating the Soviet Union’s defeat of...

Defense Ministry official to attend virtual meeting co-chaired by Britain and France

The Supreme Court has recently addressed multiple issues, including issuing temporary extensions for accessing abortion pills and making rulings regarding state election maps in Virginia and Alabama

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Knesset passes law establishing special military court for Hamas members, granting it power to issue death sentences

Israel passed a bill to place West Bank heritage sites under direct control and conducted raids, while also establishing new settlement outposts.

UK to send drones, jets and warship to join defensive mission securing Strait of Hormuz Reuters

May 12 - Russia launched more than 200 drones at Ukraine overnight, Ukrainian officials said on Tuesday, hours after a U.S.-mediated ceasefire expired, dimming hopes it would be extended.

Following the expiration of a temporary ceasefire, Russia has resumed launching strikes against Ukraine. Reports indicate a renewed escalation of military activity across the region.

ISLAMABAD: Dr Uzma Khan, the sister of ex-premier Imran Khan, on Monday challenged before the Supreme Court the Islamabad High Court ruling to refuse to shift him to Shifa International Hospital,...

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Western nations are meeting to discuss maritime security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz, following escalating tensions with Iran. Discussions focus on regional stability and potential economic impacts.

DUBAI, May 12 (Reuters) - Iran has expanded its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a "vast operational area" far wider than before the Iran war, according to a senior officer in the Islamic...

The Supreme Court issued temporary rulings and extensions concerning multiple issues, including maintaining access to widely used abortion pills and addressing state election map challenges in Virginia and Alabama.

With a fragile US-Iran ceasefire barely holding, the Strait of Hormuz still blockaded, and all eyes on the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting, investors are embracing a new market narrative: “Nacho”.

Turkey supporting efforts to reopen Strait of Hormuz Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Tuesday that Turkey supported efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and that it should not be used...

Israeli forces wounded another near the town of al-Ram north of Jerusalem while attempting to cross separation wall into East Jerusalem in search of work

European Union foreign ministers on May 12 agreed new sanctions on Israeli settlers over violence against Palestinians, as a change of government in Hungary ended months of blockage.

When Richard Nixon landed in Beijing in 1972 to end a quarter-century of Chinese diplomatic and economic isolation, his hosts were so enthralled with the US president’s airliner that within months...

At the conclusion of the Africa Forward Summit, French President Emmanuel Macron will answer questions from FRANCE 24, RFI and TV5Monde journalists in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi.

The articles cover a range of events, including South African political developments surrounding President Ramaphosa's refusal to resign and his address to the nation. Other topics include the reopening of cemeteries after floods, climate change adaptation efforts by winegrowers

French President Macron and Kenyan President Ruto concluded discussions at the Africa Forward summit in Nairobi, focusing on mutual respect and joint investment opportunities.

The Philippine House of Representatives passed articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte for the second time. The action follows ongoing political tensions regarding her tenure.

President Ramaphosa addressed the nation following a court judgment, facing ongoing pressure regarding allegations of improperly handled funds.

The United Nations condemned on Tuesday the toll from “escalating” Israeli military operations and settler attacks in the occupied West Bank on children, with 70 Palestinian children killed since the...

Vice President Sara Duterte has been impeached for a second time amid ongoing legislative deliberations regarding her tenure. The proceedings focus on allegations of misconduct and accountability.

Recent news coverage on South Africa details a range of issues, including rising unemployment rates, political tensions surrounding President Ramaphosa, and sector-specific challenges such as the adaptation of winegrowers to climate change and shifts in the luxury boat market.

Israeli military strikes in southern Lebanon have resulted in multiple casualties, including reports of civilian and medical personnel deaths. Local authorities and health officials have issued varying accounts of the scale of the violence.

Iran has issued statements defining an expanded operational zone within the Strait of Hormuz. This development has prompted international concern regarding global energy transit routes.

The Supreme Court issued multiple rulings, including a temporary extension of access to the abortion pill, mifepristone. Separately, the Court halted an order concerning Alabama's US House map, while Virginia Democrats petitioned the Court regarding their state's voting map.

US Supreme Court clears way for Alabama Republicans to pursue new voting map Reuters

Yoco brings Tap to Pay on iPhone to South Africa Daily Maverick

A total of 70 Palestinian children have been killed since the start of 2025.

Hantavirus cases were detected on a cruise ship, leading to the evacuation of affected passengers. The vessel and individuals were subsequently monitored and moved to various locations, including the Netherlands and Tenerife, prompting international health alerts.

Nach Kritik an Trump und Iran-Krieg US-Verteidigungsminister Hegseth droht Senator Kelly wegen angeblichen Geheimnisverrats Tagesspiegel

The headlines cover diverse global events, including political tensions in Israel regarding West Bank control and government stability, military clashes involving Israeli forces in Lebanon and the West Bank, and separate reports questioning civil issues in Egypt.

Ongoing conflict and attacks are reported in the Strait of Hormuz, involving strikes against tankers and military vessels, including US destroyers. This instability has heightened geopolitical tensions and caused significant market concern regarding global oil supply.

FC Barcelona defeated Real Madrid in a major league match, securing the league championship title in the process.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has moved to the Supreme Court seeking to strike out an appeal challenging the empanelment of the High Court bench handling...

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay calls on Stalin, Vaiko, Anbumani, Seeman The Hindu

Tensions are escalating in the Strait of Hormuz following reports of strikes on US and allied tankers and military vessels. International discussions are underway as the US and its partners address the potential closure of the critical shipping lane due to Iranian activity.

Russia's President Putin has suggested the Ukraine war may be nearing an end, conditional on meeting with President Zelensky. Despite these claims, international reports highlight continued battlefield developments and significant skepticism from the European Union regarding Russia's proposed mediation efforts, including the involvement of figures like Gerhard Schröder.

The Supreme Court temporarily extended access to the abortion pill mifepristone and also halted an order regarding Alabama's congressional district map.

South Africa is navigating a period of diverse challenges, including political tensions, infrastructure recovery from floods, and high-profile crime. Coverage also addresses environmental adaptation efforts, policy debates regarding education, and the government's response to judicial rulings.

Geopolitical tensions are escalating across the Middle East, marked by Iran setting conditions for talks with the US and Gulf states like Kuwait arresting individuals linked to Iran's IRGC. The region also sees military activity, with the US noting Israel's aid to the UAE, alongside condemnations from Hamas regarding Israeli detention laws.

The leaders are expected to talk trade, Taiwan, and the Iran war.

US issues new sanctions over Iran's oil shipments to China Reuters

Russia and Ukraine resumed strikes after the expiration of a three-day ceasefire, leading to reported casualties and mutual accusations of violating the truce. Separately, reports covered the war's impact on labor shortages and ongoing diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire.

Stalin reacts to Tamil Nadu CM Vijay speech: ‘Money is there; what is required is efficient administration’ The Hindu

Iran: Proposal to the United States “not exaggerated” شفق نيوز

South Africa's winegrowers are working to stay one step ahead of warming planet as Western Cape province starts to feel the effects of climate change.

[allAfrica] South Africa has declared a national disaster in response to a wave of severe weather that has battered several provinces over the past week.

It listed three Iran-based individuals and nine companies based in Hong Kong and the UAE, as being subject to the new sanctions.

Former President Trump stated that the current ceasefire agreement with Iran is fragile and requires significant support. He also discussed potential military options regarding the country.

Recent news covers multiple topics, including a shooting incident at a White House event where the suspect pleaded not guilty to attempted assassination of Donald Trump. Other reports detail Trump's potential political influence in Colombia and his consideration of making Venezuela a US state, alongside plans to reduce barriers for beef imports.

A Hantavirus outbreak was linked to a cruise ship, prompting international monitoring and raising concerns about the virus's spread. The incident led to debates over quarantine protocols and resulted in the repatriation of passengers by various nations.

Israel has passed a new law establishing a military tribunal to prosecute individuals linked to the October 7th attacks. The tribunal will address charges related to the violence and militant activity.

French President Macron and Kenyan President Ruto met at the Africa Forward summit to discuss mutual respect and potential co-investments between their nations.

The Ukrainian Telegram channels Exilenova+ and Supernova+ reported an explosion in Orenburg. According to unconfirmed reports, a Ukrainian drone struck a residential building.

Israel sent Iron Dome air defense systems to UAE, US envoy says Daily Maverick

Multiple reports detail Israeli settlement expansion, violence against Palestinians, and military preparations in the West Bank and Lebanon. International bodies are considering sanctions.

Impeached anew: House OKs articles vs Sara Duterte again with 257 votes Inquirer.net

DIRECTV transmitió el clásico FC Barcelona-Real Madrid (2-0) por DGO Online El Comercio Perú

Ukraine has requested European assistance to broker a ceasefire agreement concerning key airport infrastructure. This appeal comes as recent truces have expired amid ongoing military tensions.