(2026-04-22). Trump says there is 'no time frame' for ending war with Iran. ecns.cn President Donald Trump said Wednesday there is"no time frame"for ending the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.Commander of Irans Islamic Revolution Guard Corps Ahmad Vahidi and his deputies had rejected much of what Irans own negotiators had discussed during the first round of U.
(2026-04-23). What to expect next in the fragile ceasefires in Iran and Lebanon. mondoweiss.net 
As the U.S. and Iran face off in the Strait of Hormuz, Israel will do everything it can to reignite the war with Iran and resume its offensive in Lebanon.
(2026-04-23). Headlines for April 23, 2026. democracynow.org Iran Says It's Collecting Tolls for Ships Transiting Strait of Hormuz, Senate Republicans Defeat Iran War Powers Resolution for Fifth Time, Pentagon Fires Navy Secretary John Phelan After Clashes with Hegseth, Despite Ceasefire, Israel Kills 5 in Lebanon, Including Journalist Amal Khalil, FBI Launched Probe of New York Times Reporter Following Unflattering Coverage of Kash Patel, Democratic Rep. David Scott of Georgia Dies at 80, Toxic Gas Release at West Virginia Metal Refining Plant Kills 2, Injures 30 Others, American Lung Association: Nearly Half of U.S. Children Are Breathing Dangerous Air Pollution, H…
(2026-04-23). Iran laughs, Trump makes desperate plan as oil prices skyrocket in US: Real cause of longer truce. hindustantimes.com As Iran keeps dodging U.S. pressure and hinting at closing Hormuz, American fuel prices keep climbing. Trump quietly extends the ceasefire, weighs a longer Jones Act waiver, and braces for midterm backlash while insisting the blockade on Iranian ports will continue. Can he contain both Iran and voter anger at once?
(2026-04-23). How Does One Exterminate an Entire Civilization? orinocotribune.com On April 7, on his Truth social media network, President Trump issued the following threat to Iran: "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again." | What is terrifying is not only the intention of a president of a nuclear power to prepare for the extermination of an entire civilization but also the silence and morbid curiosity with which this monstrous statement has been received by the dominant "public opinion" across the world. | Few were horrified by the public and official threat to kill millions of people—children, adults, and the elderly—and to devastate their culture,…
(2026-04-23). After Hormuz, all eyes on Red Sea: Could Iran trigger a global shipping crisis at Bab al-Mandeb. hindustantimes.com What happens when the world's two most critical maritime chokepoints are pushed to the brink, at the same time? The Strait of Hormuz is already under pressure. Now, a new threat is emerging from the Red Sea. Iran's so-called "new cards" may not be nuclear or diplomatic, they may be geographic. The Bab al-Mandeb, a narrow strip of water most people have never heard of, suddenly becomes the hinge on which global trade swings. But how real is this threat? Can Iran actually pull this off through its regional network? And more importantly, what happens to your fuel prices, supply chains, and economy if it does? From S…
(2026-04-23). Is Iran 'collapsing financially'? Trump claims USA's Hormuz blockade is costing Tehran $500 mn a day. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump claims Iran is "collapsing financially" as Washington ramps up economic and military pressure despite extending the ceasefire. With tensions centered around the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. has deployed advanced surveillance systems like GARC drones to monitor Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Tehran, however, rejects the narrative, insisting it will not bow to sanctions or blockade pressure. Is this maximum pressure working—or pushing the region closer to escalation?
(2026-04-22). InsightsÔΩúTrump's speech of 'wiping out Iran's civilization' refuted by Malaysian scholar. ecns.cn At least 56 historical and cultural heritage sites in Iran have been severely damaged in the war waged by the U.S. and Israel, according to reports. Among them, the "Hall of Mirrors" at the Golestan Palace in Tehran was notably devastated, with repairs expected to take at least 15 years. Earlier, U.S. President Donald Trump had threatened to "wipe out Iran's civilization."
(2026-04-23). War Chokes the Food Chain: Hormuz Crisis Threatens Global Hunger Shock. scheerpost.com UN officials warn that the U.S.—Iran conflict and the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz are triggering a fertilizer collapse that could ripple into food shortages, soaring prices, and mass hardship worldwide. Staff A farmer stands in a field outside Amritsar, India, scattering fertilizer across green crops—an ordinary act that now sits at the edge …
(2026-04-23). The Looming Food Crisis: Why the Strait of Hormuz is Disrupting Global Agriculture. democracynow.org 
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have raised fuel costs and caused shortages of key fertilizers around the world, wreaking havoc on the agricultural industry. Adam Hanieh, director of the SOAS Middle East Institute at the University of London, says the effects could be felt for a long time, particularly in the Global South. | "About a third of the world's basic fertilizers now pass through the Strait of Hormuz," says Hanieh, who adds that the "coming food crisis" is compounded by the climate and debt crises in much of the developing world. "I…
(2026-04-23). Iran's legal legitimacy in controlling the Strait of Hormuz. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Iran's control of Hormuz isn't defiance—it's law. Bound by 1958 innocent passage rules, not 1982 transit rights, Tehran holds legal ground that Washington can't challenge.
(2026-04-23). Prolonged Closure of Strait of Hormuz May Lead to Global Hunger Catastrophe. truthout.org The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have raised fuel costs and caused shortages of key fertilizers around the world, wreaking havoc on the agricultural industry. Adam Hanieh, director of the SOAS Middle East Institute at the University of London, says the effects could be felt for a long time, particularly in the Global South. "About a third of the world's… |
(2026-04-23). Iran's parliament, SNSC weighing Hormuz control plan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Iran's parliament and Supreme National Security Council are jointly reviewing a proposed plan to assert sovereign control over the Strait of Hormuz, with final decision-making authority yet to be determined.
(2026-04-23). US-Israeli aggression root cause of insecurity in Hormuz. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has termed the aggression of the United States and the Israeli regime against Iran as the root cause of insecurity in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-23). Iran Survives Terrorist War And Emerges A Major Power Broker. scheerpost.com Tim Anderson for Black Agenda Report. Tim Anderson tours Iran during the US-Israeli war, showing different scenes from the terrorist targeting of civilians. He contends Iran has emerged with greater regional leverage, especially through its control over the Strait of Hormuz. The unprovoked war against Iran by the USA and "Israel" has failed in spectacular …
(2026-04-23). US imperialism's war on Iran unleashes global economic and social catastrophe for the working class. wsws.org American imperialism's determination to consolidate its geostrategic dominance over the Middle East, one of the world's most critical energy-producing regions, has already claimed the lives of thousands of Iranians. But the economic fallout from the US-instigated war and blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could prove even more deadly.
(2026-04-22). Pentagon assesses clearing Hormuz mines could take 6 months: report. ecns.cn This file photo taken on Feb.19, 2025 shows the Strait of Hormuz..S.defense officials briefed lawmakers this week on an intelligence assessment that it could take six months to fully clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines deployed by the Iranian military, The Washington Post reported Wednesday.
(2026-04-22). Trump not viewing Iran's ships seizure near Hormuz Strait as breach of ceasefire: White House. ecns.cn The IRGC also targeted a Greek-owned ship named Euphoria on Wednesday, a third"violating ship"attempting to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, which is now stranded on Irans shores, the Iranian semi-official Fars news agency reported.
(2026-04-23). Security conference on the South Caucasus concluded. unitedworldint.com 
With participation of numerous ambassadors, economic, and political experts from the Republic of Türkiye, the Russian Federation, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Republic of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia, along with the Chairman of the Vatan Party, Dr. Doƒüu Perinàßek. The Security Conference on the South Caucasus, organized by the National Strategy Center (USMER), has …
(2026-04-23). Iran's Remarkable Resilience Against US-Israeli Joint Aggression. ummid.com As tensions intensify between Iran, Israel, and the United States, one thing has become increasingly clear: Iran has managed not only to respond to sustained pressure but to endure it far longer than many analysts had anticipated.
(2026-04-23). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-04-23). Protesting Israel-US attacks on Iranian Schools, Colleges. juancole.com — | Letter regarding U.S.-Israel attacks on Iranian educational infrastructure: |
(2026-04-23). Pope Leo vs US President Donald Trump. ummid.com Pope Leo's sharp criticism of war, sectarian manipulation and the political misuse of religion has cast fresh attention on the narratives shaping the US-Israel confrontation with Iran.
(2026-04-23). Iran to pursue US-Israel attack on scientific centers: VP. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — An Iranian vice president says the country will pursue in international forums the attacks on scientific centers by the United States and the Israeli regime.
(2026-04-23). Aftermath of US-Israel strikes on girls' dormitory in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — The Umm al-Banin dormitory, part of a school complex in Ravansar county of Kermanshah province, was struck during the military aggression of the Israeli regime and the United States on Iran.
(2026-04-23). The 'age of electricity' is here. No one knows what comes next. grist.org The war launched by the United States and Israel on Iran has caused an unprecedented disruption in global energy markets, bottlenecking 20 percent of the world's supply of oil and liquefied natural gas. We don't yet know exactly what this means for the fight against climate change. But, thanks to two new reports released this week, we now have the clearest picture yet of the path the world was on before the conflict sent the price of oil soaring — and it was a path where the fossil fuels threatened by the war were less central than ever to meeting growing global energy needs. | The world is entering an "
(2026-04-23). Iran economy looks set to withstand US naval blockade. newarab.com 
A After weeks of bombing and counter-strikes, focus has shifted to the standoff in the In response to Iran's blockade of the strait since the start of the Middle E…
(2026-04-23). US Imperialism Enters a New Stage. orinocotribune.com By Steve Ellner — Apr 21, 2026 | Donald Trump's rhetoric and actions against Iran, Venezuela and Cuba over the last year have few parallels in modern history. They have to be seen as marking a new stage. As such they call for a reevaluation of analysis and strategy on the part of the Left. | Trump's repeated threat to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages where they belong" is unmatched by the rhetoric of even the most notorious and brutal heads of state over the recent past. Decapitating the entire leadership of a country to compel total submission, as Washington and Tel Aviv have done in Iran, is also a novelt…
(2026-04-23). TUCKER BAILS, LATINOS BOLT — AND A BIDEN INSIDER ADMITS HE'D HAVE BOMBED IRAN FOR BIBI TOO. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer We are starting to see buyer's remorse across the political spectrum. As the AP reports—stating the obvious—polls show Latino voters breaking from the president, while at the same time Tucker Carlson is publicly apologizing for supporting him. Even within MAGA, cracks are forming, underscored by the resignation of Joe Kent. But the truth …
(2026-04-23). Iran slams use of neighbors' soil by enemy for attacks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — The Iranian ambassador to the UN condemned the United States' use of the airspace and territory of several Persian Gulf Arab states to carry out unlawful strikes against Iran during the recent war of aggression.
(2026-04-23). Iran defies US blockade to claim tolls from Hormuz shipping. newarab.com 
Iran has banked the first proceeds from With planned peace talks hanging in the balance, more fuel-hungry airlines cancelled flights, oil pric…
(2026-04-23). In OtherWords: April 23, 2026. otherwords.org It's gotten hard to keep up with the news about talks between the U.S. and Iran — or even to trust the updates coming from the administration about them. This week in OtherWords, Mitchell Zimmerman argues that despite the administration's claims of "victory" in the conflict, That war was made possible by sky-high Pentagon spending, which was hiked this past year to stunning $1 trillio…
(2026-04-22). Iran stresses dialogue, criticizes Washington's 'double standards' in negotiations. ecns.cn Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Wednesday that Iran has always welcomed resolving issues through dialogue and agreement and will continue to do so.
(2026-04-23). Pakistan making all-out efforts to resolve conflict in region. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said on Thursday that officials in Islamabad are making all-out efforts to resolve issues between Iran and the United States.
(2026-04-23). US weapons stockpiles running out due to Iran war. infobrics.org The US lost a substantial portion of its weapons stockpiles in the war against Iran.
(2026-04-23). US Forces Board Another Iran-Linked Tanker in the Indian Ocean. news.antiwar.com The Pentagon said on Thursday that US forces boarded another tanker in the Indian Ocean that it said was carrying Iranian oil, as the US continues to enforce a blockade against Iran. "Overnight, US forces carried out a maritime interdiction and right-of-visit boarding of the sanctioned stateless vessel M/T Majestic X transporting oil from Iran, …
(2026-04-23). How Hawkish Democrats, from Schumer to Harris, Paved the Way for War with Iran: Stephen Zunes. democracynow.org 
The Senate on Wednesday rejected another bid to rein in President Donald Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran, marking the fifth failed attempt by Democrats to curb Trump's war powers since the start of the conflict in late February. The resolution was defeated in a vote of 46 to 51, with Democrat John Fetterman and Republican Rand Paul the sole dissenters in each caucus. The administration is facing a deadline of May 1 before it must seek explicit authorization from Congress for military force under the War Powers Act. | While Democrats have opposed Trump's military action…
(2026-04-23). Iran war pushing more than 30 million back into poverty: UN. newarab.com 
More than 30 million people will be pushed back into poverty by the Fertiliser shortages – worsened by the blocking of cargo vessels through the
(2026-04-23). Iran Seizes Ships, closes Hormuz until US lifts Blockade. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The naval branch of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps
(2026-04-23). Iranian people thwarted Mossad sedition: Bahraini cleric. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — A representative of Bahrain's Shia leadership said Iran's popular mobilisation prevented Mossad from sowing unrest during recent regional tensions, crediting national unity for the outcome.
(2026-04-23). Trump Shares Post Calling for the Killing of Iranian Leaders Who Won't Accept US Demands. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Thursday shared a post calling for the killing of Iranian leaders who won't accept US demands, ramping up his threats against the country amid a very fragile ceasefire.
(2026-04-23). Trump says 'no time frame' for ending war, Iran opposes maritime blockades. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said there is "no time frame" for ending the war with Iran, while Iran's parliamentary speaker insisted that a full ceasefire depends on the lifting of maritime blockades.
(2026-04-23). U.S. Expands "Economic Fury" Sanctions on Iran as Trump Declares Ceasefire. progressivehub.net SHARON ZHANG | TRUTHOUT…
(2026-04-23). Growing number of potential flashpoints in global financial system. wsws.org As the US war on Iran continues, the global financial system is increasingly coming to resemble a minefield.
(2026-04-23). Ahvaz people renew pledge to Leader. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — People of Ahvaz gathered in the streets for the 53rd consecutive night of spontaneous rallies across Iran, reaffirming allegiance to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
(2026-04-23). Mahan Air to resume flights between Iran, China. ecns.cn Iranian carrier Mahan Air announced that it will gradually resume passenger flight services between Iran and China starting next Sunday.
(2026-04-23). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-23). Trump always backs down: What is behind ceasefire extension? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Trump treats foreign policy as theater. But when the curtain rises on real costs, the bluff collapses. Iran knows the script very well.
(2026-04-23). US seizes Iran-linked vessel, mine clearing could take 'months'. newarab.com 
The US Defense Department said Thursday its forces boarded a vessel in the Indian Ocean that was providing material support to Iran, the second time it had done so in three days. | "Overnight, U.S. forces carried out a maritime interdiction and right-of-visit boarding of the sanctioned stateless vessel M/T Majestic X transporting oil from Iran, in the Indian Ocean," it said on X. | Meanwhile, Iran tightened its grip on the
(2026-04-23). Iran says won't reopen Hormuz as long as US blockade remains. newarab.com 
(2026-04-23). Sheikh Baha'i: Prominent scholar of Safavid era. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Commemorations of Sheikh Baha'i underscore his role in Safavid Iran, where he combined scientific inquiry, religious scholarship, and public service, leaving a lasting imprint on culture, architecture, and governance in Iran.
(2026-04-23). Betting on War: Mysterious Traders Make Millions on Well-Timed Bets Tied to Trump's War on Iran. democracynow.org 
The rise of online prediction markets has allowed people to bet on virtually any news event. For a small group of traders, the war with Iran has been a windfall. A number of lucrative, well-timed bets related to the war totaling over $1 billion have raised alarm over people connected to the Trump administration possibly using inside information to profit. | Amanda Fischer, policy director and chief operating officer for Better Markets, says it's unclear how closely regulators are watching these online betting markets. The president's son Donald Trump Jr. is also an adviser to the two leading predictio…
(2026-04-23). General Wesley Clark: After 9/11 USA wanted to take down 7 countries within 5 years. mronline.org Iraq, Syria, Libya, Sudan, Somalia Lebanon and Iran.
(2026-04-23). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on April 23. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English dailies on Thursday, April 23.
(2026-04-23). Iran raises alarm at UN over US misuse of Arab states' soil and airspace for aggression. coastaldigest.com
(2026-04-23). Washington responde a la incautación de dos buques por el ejército iraní. cubadebate.cu La Armada de la Guardia Revolucionaria de Irán publicó este miércoles imágenes que muestran la incautación de dos buques portacontenedores en el estrecho de Ormuz. Según las autoridades del país persa, la detención de los buques MSC-Francesca y Epaminodes por incumplir las condiciones de seguridad.
(2026-04-22). Iran hangs former nuclear employee on spying charges: NGOs. newarab.com 
Iran hanged a man on Wednesday convicted of links to The execution of Mehdi Farid was the latest in a number of hangings of high-profile convicts in an accelerating trend that has alarmed rights groups. | "Mehdi Farid… was hanged this morning for extensive cooperation with the terrorist spy service Mossad after the case was examined and the final verdict was appro…
(2026-04-22). Blockading the Strait of Hormuz. fpif.org At its narrowest point, the Strait of Hormuz is barely 33 kilometers. Because of its location in the middle of the oil-rich Middle East, the strait can disrupt global energy flow and halt economies. | After the United States and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran on February 28, Iran retaliated by effectively blockading the Strait of Hormuz in March. This move resulted in a nightmare for states heavily dependent on the Gulf States' oil and gas. What began as a targeted military campaign to change the Iranian regime and neutralize its nuclear and missile program turned into one of the most severe energy se…
(2026-04-22). In last-minute reversal, Trump extends ceasefire with Iran. wsws.org Iranian officials said they would not return to talks until the US ended its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, while warning that Trump may be preparing a second sneak attack on their country.
(2026-04-22). How China stands to gain from the US-Israel war on Iran. newarab.com 
While much of the world's attention on the Beijing's approach demonstrates the strategic utility of its
(2026-04-22). Iran's Armed Forces hands on trigger to respond to any attack. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — The spokesman of Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned that Iran's armed forces have their hands on the trigger, fully prepared to immediately strike predetermined targets if the US or Israel commits any aggression.
(2026-04-22). Tehran strongly rejects sabotage plans in Azerbaijan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Baku has firmly dismissed allegations that Tehran has conducted actions within the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan that would jeopardize the country's interests.
(2026-04-22). Iran demands release of Touska vessel, crew. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Iran called on the UN to require the US to immediately release the commercial vessel Touska and its crew after a US military attack near the Iranian coast in the Sea of Oman.
(2026-04-22). Iran's ceasefire and truce are about to crumble. What will happen? thealtworld.com How did Tehran and its allies prepare for the new attack? What are America's three alternatives for preventing calamity before it's too late? | When the Iranian leadership clearly states that it will not accept negotiations under threat and that the Iranian negotiating delegation, whether primary or secondary, has not left Tehran for Islamabad, it is a direct slap in the face of President Donald Trump and his administration, who confirmed that Iran would face devastating attacks on its power plants, bridges, and other civilian infrastructure. | This firm Iranian stance, as well as the refusal to send a delegation…
(2026-04-22). Pakistan works to advance Iran-US talks, awaits Tehran reply. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Pakistani political and military officials have engaged in intensive efforts over the past 24 hours to prevent the collapse of negotiations between Iran and the United States, sources said Wednesday.
(2026-04-22). Iran-U.S.: The strategic limbo breakdown. thealtworld.com The blockade is going global. Next stop is the Strait of Malacca. | No serious analysis can possibly take into consideration the Epstein Syndicate's mentally retarded blah blah blah about what goes on in the corridors of power in Tehran. | As if they had any informed clue. | Nothing is "fractured" (apart from Baboon of Barbaria's psyche). There are of course different conceptual approaches, and a lively national public debate. But on a high decision level the whole system is strongly unified. | To start with, this is a whole new system, in full transition. At the decision core we have an emerging security-centere…
(2026-04-22). Pakistan PM vows continued mediation in US-Iran conflict. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 22 (MNA) — Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his country will continue serious efforts to end the US-Iran conflict.
(2026-04-22). Pedro Sanchez: Rise of a European Restrainer. fpif.org Restrainers in the West have found themselves homeless. President Donald Trump's catastrophic decision to launch a war against Iran has displaced the
(2026-04-23). Karaj school seriously damaged in US-Israeli strikes. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — The Komeil School in Karaj sustained serious damage during U.S. and Israeli airstrikes.
(2026-04-23). Minab martyrs honored at Imam Reza shrine ceremony. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — A commemoration for martyrs from Minab's Shajareh Tayyebeh School was held at the Imam Reza shrine in Mashhad.
(2026-04-23). Somalia closes Bab al-Mandab Strait to Israeli shipping. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Apr. 23 (MNA) — Somalia announces that it is banning vessels linked to the Israeli occupation from traversing the strategic Bab al-Mandab Strait — a vital global shipping passage.
(2026-04-23). UN leadership race takes centre stage with first round of interviews. scmp.com The race to become the next leader of the United Nations moved into a higher gear with the four declared candidates facing hours of questions over two days. Top among them: can the UN be made effective again? | Rafael Grossi, an Argentine diplomat who heads the International Atomic Energy Agency, struck a downbeat note about the global body's future during his interview replace Secretary General Antonio Guterres.