17 Travanj 2026
Iranian Presidency: Pezeshkian discussed negotiations with America and a ceasefire in a call with Macron
Joint statement from the IMF, World Bank and the IEA: The impact of the war is large, global and extremely disproportionate
The USS George HW Bush carrier strike group is currently off the coast of Namibia as it takes the long route to avoid the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait and the Houthis - USNI News
CNN, citing a source: US officials are considering a second meeting with the Iranians before the ceasefire ends.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Monday ​said the current ceasefire ‌between the U.S. and Iran is "very fragile" and urged ​the global community to "unequivocally ​oppose any actions that undermine ⁠the ceasefire or escalate ​the confrontation."
Iran says its forces are on “maximum combat alert"
The Wall Street Journal, citing a US official: The likelihood of Iran firing on US ships is slim given the damage to its capabilities.
Two tankers turn away from Strait of Hormuz after US blockade begins At least two tankers reversed course near the Strait of Hormuz shortly after the start of the US blockade, highlighting the immediate impact on vessel movements. According to MarineTraffic data, the 188-metre tanker Rich Starry turned back within minutes of approaching the chokepoint. The vessel had departed Sharjah Anchorage on 13 April and was sailing laden, with a reported draught of 11.3 metres, while signalling China as its destination. A second vessel, the 175-metre tanker Ostria, also reversed course after approaching the Strait
Chinese Defense Minister declares the Strait of Hormuz “open for us” despite the U.S. blockade, warns against interference
TRUMP: Iran’s Navy is laying at the bottom of the sea, completely obliterated - 158 ships. What we have not hit are their small number of, what they call, “fast attack ships,” because we did not consider them much of a threat. Warning: If any of these ships come anywhere close to our BLOCKADE, they will be immediately ELIMINATED, using the same system of kill that we use against the drug dealers on boats at Sea. It is quick and brutal. P.S. 98.2% of Drugs coming into the U.S. by Ocean or Sea have STOPPED
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The U.S. military has started a blockade of ships entering or leaving Iran's ports, after weekend talks on ending the war broke down
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UKMTO: UKMTO have been informed that, effective from 1400 UTC on 13 April 2026, maritime access restrictions are being enforced affecting Iranian ports and coastal areas, including locations along the Arabian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, and the Arabian Sea east of the Strait of Hormuz. These access restrictions apply without distinction to vessels of any flag engaging with Iranian ports, oil terminals, or coastal facilities. UKMTO understands that formal details of these measures, including enforcement provisions and exemptions, will be promulgated and updated through official Notice to Mariners (NTM).
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Pope Leo XIV pushed back on President Trump’s broadside against him over the US-Israel war in Iran, saying he is "not afraid" of the Trump administration
Russia begins final phase of evacuation of staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant.
Pakistan: "A new round of talks will begin soon"
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Turkish Foreign Minister: There are many difficulties that international forces could face in the Strait of Hormuz, therefore it must be opened through diplomacy.
British Prime Minister Starmer: It is essential to open the Strait of Hormuz and we do not support imposing a blockade on it.
China calls for "unimpeded" freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz
Iran military warns no Gulf ports will be safe if its own threatened
ASEAN statement: We call for the restoration of safe, continuous, and unimpeded passage of ships and aircraft through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Malaysia's maritime authorities detained two tankers and its crew members suspected of conducting an illegal ship-to-ship diesel transfer off Penang, in one of the latest crackdowns on illicit fuel activities in the country's waters
.@POTUS: "At 10a tomorrow, we have a blockade going into effect — that'll be 10a tomorrow. Other nations are working, so that Iran will not be able to sell oil and that will be very effective
CENTCOM says the U.S. will begin a naval blockade of all ships entering or leaving Iranian ports on April 13 at 10 a.m. ET. The blockade applies to vessels of all nations but will not affect ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz to non-Iranian ports. Mariners are advised to follow official notices and maintain communication with U.S. naval forces in the region.4 dan pre
CENTCOM says the U.S. will begin a naval blockade of all ships entering or leaving Iranian ports on April 13 at 10 a.m. ET. The blockade applies to vessels of all nations but will not affect ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz to non-Iranian ports. Mariners are advised to follow official notices and maintain communication with U.S. naval forces in the region.
Iran's Ghalibaf responding to Trump's blockade threat says "If they fight, we will fight, and if they come with logic, we will deal with logic, let them test our will, we can teach them a bigger lesson"
The Israeli Broadcasting Corporation, quoting a Pakistani source, reports that there are attempts to extend the ceasefire between the United States and Iran for more than two weeks.
Financial Times, citing informed sources: Britain will not participate in imposing a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz
Vice President Vance’s final offer delivered to the Iranian delegation in Islamabad, which represent ‘red lines,’ according to two U.S. officials: 1. End all uranium enrichment 2. Dismantle all major nuclear enrichment facilities 3. Retrieve highly enriched uranium 4. Accept a broader peace, security and de-escalation framework that includes regional allies 5. End funding for terrorist proxies Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis 6. Fully open the Strait of Hormuz, charging no tolls for passage
Chairman of Knesset National Security Committee Tzvika Foghel mocks Trump: Donald, if you have to shoot, shoot. Don’t quack
Trump: What will happen to Iran is similar to what happened to Venezuela.
"Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all Ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz." - President Donald J. Trump
Trump says that amid US pressure on Iran, China could buy oil, gas from US, Venezuela
Donald Trump says the U.S. could "take out" Iran in one day
Trump says Gulf allies have already begun assisting the U.S. in the Strait of Hormuz
Trump: The post I put forward about wiping out Iranian civilization is what brought the Iranians to the negotiating table.
US President Donald Trump says that “any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be blown to hell.”
Qalibaf, head of Iran’s negotiating team: “In response to our initiatives, the United States failed to gain Iran’s trust. The U.S. has understood our logic and principles, and now it must decide whether it can earn our trust or not.”
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy asserted its complete control over the Strait of Hormuz, clarifying that passage is permitted only for non-military vessels under specific regulations
Bloomberg, citing shipping data: Two oil tankers turned back after being suddenly stopped while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz
Trump posted an article on his Truth Social account discussing the possibility of imposing a naval blockade on Iran similar to what happened in Venezuela.
Iranian Foreign Ministry: Negotiations with Washington took place in an atmosphere of distrust, and it is natural that an agreement could not be reached in just one session.
A Pakistani military contingent comprising around 13,000 soldiers and 10 to 18 jets has reached Saudi Arabia as part of a joint strategic defence agreement signed last year, the Gulf Kingdom announced on Saturday (April 11, 2026)
Fars News Agency, an IRGC-affiliated Iranian state media outlet, reports Iran has no plans for another round of talks
JD Vance on Iran: "They have chosen not to accept our terms”
JD Vance says no agreement has been reached in talks, calling it "bad news for Iran