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The United States has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, announced just before Donald Trump’s deadline expired. The ceasefire allows Tehran to temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, setting the stage for ongoing negotiations.

Seventy UK nationals have been detained in the UAE for filming Iranian air strikes in the Gulf. Many have experienced overcrowded cells and threats of lengthy prison sentences. Advocacy groups highlight serious concerns about human rights violations. Further updates are anticipated.

Donald Trump has announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran following a breakthrough in negotiations. The agreement includes the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, contingent upon further discussions set to begin on Friday in Islamabad.

Gunmen attacked the Israeli consulate in Istanbul, resulting in one assailant killed and two injured during a police confrontation. Turkish interior minister Mustafa Ciftci labelled the suspects as ‘terrorists’ and confirmed security measures have been intensified in response.

Donald Trump warns that “a whole civilisation will die tonight” amid escalating tensions with Iran after striking Kharg Island. He asserts this moment is pivotal in history, urging swift action from Iran to avoid further devastation. Follow Metro’s live blog for updates.

The US military has targeted Iran’s Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, critical for Iran’s oil exports. Donald Trump threatened further strikes unless a deal is reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. For updates and analysis, follow our ongoing coverage.

Donald Trump’s alarming threats against Iran suggest he may escalate actions if demands aren’t met. His incendiary Truth Social post highlights his view of Iran’s population as expendable. Experts urge caution, noting overwhelming conventional force is more likely than nuclear options.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is reportedly unconscious amid a severe health crisis. With reports indicating he cannot partake in decision-making, the situation follows the death of his father, Ali Khamenei. Further developments are anticipated as this unfolds.

The Artemis II astronauts have become the farthest humans from Earth, surpassing 248,655 miles. In a poignant tribute, they proposed naming craters on the moon after their ship, Integrity, and Commander Reid Wiseman’s late wife, Carroll. They aim for a historic lunar flyby.

Saori Guevara Tiller, 8, and her brother Darien, 5, tragically suffocated after becoming trapped in a freezer during a game of hide-and-seek in Vista Hermosa, Colombia. Their parents returned 20 minutes later to find them unresponsive. Authorities urge heightened supervision for children’s safety.