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'Operation Epic Fury concluded': Trump aide declares 'objectives achieved' in Iran action

“Operation Epic Fury is concluded,” US secretary of state Marco Rubio declared early Thursday, marking the end of over two months of unrest triggered by a major military escalation involving the United States and Israel against Iran.

The Times of India

Iran proxies carrying out antisemitic attacks could face 14 years in prison

The report of tougher sentences comes as the Met announced a community protection team of 100 extra officers to help safeguard the Jewish community.

The Independent UK

Trump news at a glance: Marco Rubio, in White House press room, puts a spin on rising gas prices

Secretary of state says US is ‘very fortunate’ as Trump’s Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50 a gallon – key US politics stories from Tuesday, 5 May at a glance

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US to pause effort to guide ships out of Strait of Hormuz to focus on Iran deal

The announcement came after military leaders and US secretary of state Marco Rubio insisted a ceasefire in the Middle East was still holding.

The Independent UK

Oil price edges lower as Trump pauses Strait of Hormuz 'Project Freedom'

Trump announces he is temporarily pausing his initiative to guide ships out of the crucial waterway

Evening Standard

Trump puts ‘Project Freedom’ on hold, saying he hopes to finalise a deal with Iran

US president says he is pausing US effort to guide stranded vessels out of the strait of Hormuz but blockade remains

The Guardian - UK

Ohio primary results set up high-stakes senate and governor races

Trump’s endorsement continues to carry weight in Ohio, which favored him three times for president

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'Project Freedom will be paused for a short period': Trump halts Hormuz operation amid Iran talks

President Trump has halted 'Project Freedom,' a US military initiative to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing requests from Pakistan and progress toward a deal with Iran. This pause comes after the US declared the offensive phase of 'Operation Epic Fury' complete, emphasizing defensive actions in the region.

The Times of India

Donald Trump Hints at Pushing 22nd Amendment Limits, Saying He May Still Be President in 'Nine Years'

Donald Trump floated serving 'eight or nine years' as president, skirting 22nd Amendment limits while touting his fitness, pushing AI propaganda and issuing stark threats toward Iran in a whirlwind 24 hours.

International Business Times UK

Trump suspends Hormuz operation, claims progress on Iran deal

The operation led to an exchange of fire between the U.S. and Iran.

Axios

Rubio insists US is ‘very fortunate’ as Iran war pushes gas price near $4.50

US secretary of state says US is better off than other countries hit by disruption in oil supplies

The Guardian - US

The 10 British towns and cities most affected by rising energy costs

The price of energy has risen since as a result of the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

VIDEO: Trump Tells Children U.S. 'Wouldn't Be Around' If Iran Had a Nuclear Weapon

Although the meeting was initially planned to approve the revival of the Presidential Physical Fitness Award, things took a wild turn when Trump began talking about the ongoing military conflict with Iran.

Latin Times

After brief respite, gasoline prices continue their steady climb

The price of a gallon of regular gasoline climbed 31 cents in the past week, spiking to an average of $4.48 per gallon Tuesday, according to AAA

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Middle East ceasefire is at risk of collapse despite Trump’s claims – here’s why

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post Record Highs on Tech Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Tuesday closed up +0.81%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.73%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.31%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.82%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

International Business Times UK

Iran Launches Persian Gulf Strait Authority as Tehran and Washington Battle for Control of Hormuz

Iran has launched the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, requiring ships to register and pay tolls to transit the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with the US over control of this vital waterway.

The Independent UK

Rubio warns Iranian leadership to ‘check themselves before they wreck themselves’

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The Independent UK

Trump says his ballroom will cost $400M. So why are Republicans adding $1B to spending bill?

Meanwhile, Sen. Chuck Grassley’s office says the money does not explicitly go to the ballroom, although it does go to “the East Wing Modernization Project.”

International Business Times

Stocks Rise Again As Oil Drops And Companies Keep Posting Strong Results

Stocks rose again on Tuesday as oil prices dropped and companies kept posting strong first quarter results.

The Conversation

‘No fear of roaring lions’: Iran has a long history of standing firm against outside aggressors

US President Donald Trump’s threats against Iran since the war began have targeted not just the country’s military capabilities, but its entire civilisation.

The Conversation

The method in Iran’s madness? Closure of Strait of Hormuz echoes a centuries-old Danish play − and is a tragedy for the world order

More than two months into the war in Iran, navigation through the Strait of Hormuz – the key waterway through which more than a third of the international trade in oil and gas passes – remains perilous and uncertain. Underscoring the uncertainty, on May 3, 2026, the Trump administration launched…

The Independent UK

Marco Rubio defends Trump’s false claim that Pope Leo wants Iran to have a nuke ahead of meeting with pontiff

Pontiff says ‘if someone wants to criticize me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so truthfully’

The Independent UK

‘DJ’ Marco Rubio quotes a hip-hop classic to describe Iran’s leaders after Strait of Hormuz stalemate

The ex-Florida senator has a history of peppering his public statements with well-known rap lyrics

Barchart

Dollar Firms as Geopolitical Risks Remain

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Tuesday rose by +0.09%. The dollar rose slightly on Tuesday after the US March trade deficit was reported to be smaller than expected. The dollar also has safe-haven support as the US-Iran ceasefire appears shaky after the US Central Command on Monday said the...

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