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Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to either strike a deal or reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He warned of severe consequences if no agreement is reached, emphasising that “time is running out” before action will be taken.

Trump requests $152m to reopen Alcatraz as a “state-of-the-art prison,” per his proposed budget plan for 2027.

The US military has initiated a search operation after a fighter jet was reportedly downed in Iran. An F-15 jet, claimed to have been shot down by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps, has sparked significant concern as efforts continue to locate the missing pilot.

Trump’s ballroom gets final approval from a key commission days after a judge ordered a construction halt.

US-Israeli strikes have killed eight people and destroyed Iran’s tallest bridge, the B1 bridge. Iranian reports state that the bridge was targeted during a gathering for ‘Nature Day’, leaving 95 injured. For further updates, continue following the ongoing developments.

Austria has blocked US warplanes from using its airspace for operations against Iran, citing its neutrality law. This follows similar actions by Spain, as coalition leader Sven Hergovich insists on rejecting further US military flights. Future inquiries will be reviewed by the foreign ministry.

Trump’s latest address heightened investor concerns, increasing oil prices, illustrating clear market uncertainty despite latest Trump attempt to soothe concerns.

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Crete faces severe disruption as a Saharan dust storm descends today. Visibility reduced significantly, endangering travel and public health.

Oil prices surged over 6% after Donald Trump announced ongoing US military actions against Iran in his recent address. He failed to outline a definitive plan for peace but indicated targets would include Iran’s key infrastructure. Discussions are ongoing.

Iran’s president criticises US military presence, highlighting a history of non-aggression. He emphasises that foreign interventions, particularly the 1953 coup, have eroded trust. The impact of sanctions on the Iranian people must not be underestimated; a path toward dialogue is crucial for future relations.