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Trump promised peace in the Gulf but delivered chaos. Now Iran’s Revolutionary Guard is hijacking ships under his ‘ceasefire’

Iran just seized two more ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and the chaos President Donald Trump promised would never happen is now spiraling out of control. The Panama-flagged MSC Francesca and the Greek-operated Epaminondas were both stopped by Iran’s Revolutionary Guard and towed to shore, marking the first time…

The Mary Sue

Study finds toxic benzene emissions along the Texas Gulf Coast are among the highest in the nation

Researchers found that state policy and oil refineries’ failure to fix leaks contributed more to high benzene emissions than the size or capacity of the refineries.

The Texas Tribune

Fallout from Iran war is ‘major new threat to foreign aid’

There are growing concerns that the economic fallout from the current conflict in the Middle East will push Gulf nations – who collectively provided more humanitarian aid than the US last year – turning away from foreign assistance

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Trump issues ‘shoot to kill’ order for boats laying mines in Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has also directed the US navy to step-up clearance of the explosive devices from the critical Gulf waterway.

Evening Standard

Oil prices hold above $100 as Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz and peace talks stall

Iran seized two container ships seeking to exit the Gulf via the strait on Wednesday, tightening its grip on the waterway

The Independent UK

New study finds 'alarming' high flood risk for 17 million Americans on Atlantic and Gulf coasts

One of the most comprehensive studies ever of flood risk has determined that more than 17 million people in eight cities along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts are at the highest risk of being affected by flooding

The Independent UK

$75 billion investment chief: Now is exactly the right time to double down in the Gulf

Conflict has global investors retreating from the Middle East but confusing volatility with vulnerability is the most expensive mistake right now.

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'Iran's Maldives' could drown in oil due to spills from air strikes, satellites show

Air strikes on oil facilities and oil tankers in the Persian Gulf have unleashed what is set to become an ecological catastrophe, satellite images show.

LiveScience

Texas’ Gulf Coast Has a Health Problem: Benzene Emissions Are Among the Highest in the Nation

At the worst-performing refineries, report finds operators are not tackling recurring and harmful leaks, leading to public health risk.

Capital & Main

Donald Trump Abruptly Halts Iran Attack, Claiming Tehran's Government Is 'Seriously Fractured'

Donald Trump's last‑minute extension of the Iran ceasefire, framed around a claim that Tehran's government is 'seriously fractured', has left the Gulf crisis paused but far from resolved.

International Business Times UK

Gulf Evacuation Warning: 'Time Is Running Out' as Iran Adviser Urges Immediate Exit From UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait

A social media post urging evacuation from Gulf nations has caused concern, despite no official directives. The warning highlights the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times UK

As the world faces yet another crisis, why are leaders still resisting remote work?

At 9pm, shops, restaurants and cafes go dark across the city of Cairo, where a stringent curfew has been imposed to mitigate the energy shock triggered by the conflict in the Gulf. The measure may prove difficult to enforce among people accustomed to long, convivial evenings, but the outlook is…

The Conversation

Iran claims it has ‘new cards’ to play if war resumes with US and Israel — what are they?

Iran may ask the Houthis to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, another crucial waterway in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Kuwaiti actress Hayat Al-Fahad dies at 78: Veteran Gulf screen icon passes away after prolonged illness

Kuwaiti actress Hayat Al-Fahad, a pioneering force in Gulf television and theatre, has passed away at 78 after a prolonged illness. Her death marks the end of an era for the region's entertainment industry, where she was a defining cultural voice for over five decades. Al-Fahad's career spanned acting, writing,…

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Euronews

Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic around Gulf, Straight of Hormuz

The passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz - the world's busiest oil shipping canal - has been severely disrupted amid the US-Israeli war with Iran. Timelapse footage shows maritime traffic in the Gulf and Strait of Hormuz from April 18 to April 20, amid a fragile US-Iran truce.

The Guardian - UK

Tuesday briefing: What it might take for lasting peace between the US and Iran

In today’s newsletter: Our diplomatic editor on whether permanent peace is possible – or whether there will be a new escalation in the conflict

The Guardian - US

Climate groups sue US government over approval of new BP project in Gulf of Mexico

Advocates expressed alarm as new project drills deeper into ocean bed, pointing to company’s failures at Deepwater Horizon spill

The Independent UK

Environmental groups sue Trump administration over approval of new ultra deep-water drilling project

Environmental groups sued the Trump administration on Monday over its approval of oil company BP’s ultra deep-water drilling project in the Gulf of Mexico

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Egypt–Italy cargo route gains traction as firms seek alternatives to disrupted trade

An Egypt–Italy cargo corridor linking Europe and the Gulf is gaining traction as companies look for alternative trade routes amid disruption to key shipping lanes in the region.

The Times of India

Dubai concert 2026: Gulf’s biggest voices Angham and Majid Al Mohandis to perform at Coca-Cola Arena on May 9

Dubai will host a highly anticipated concert on May 9, 2026, featuring iconic Arabic music stars Angham and Majid Al Mohandis at the Coca-Cola Arena. Promoted as the "event of the season," the show promises an unforgettable night of pure music and emotion, blending classic ballads and modern hits.

The Independent UK

Cruise ships escape through Strait of Hormuz and will carry passengers within weeks

Six vessels managed to sail out of the Gulf over the weekend

The Times of India

Yuan for oil payments? UAE seeks US safety net amid Iran war - report

The UAE has requested a US financial safety net amid concerns that an Iran war could severely damage its economy and investor confidence. Talks included a currency-swap line proposal, as the UAE fears needing to use other currencies for transactions if dollar shortages arise.

The Independent UK

Oil tanker captain braves volatile Middle East waters as US-Iran tensions rise

The veteran has been on board his tanker for four months during the US-Iran conflict

International Business Times UK

Ceasefire Over? Iran Targets American Military Ship With Drones After Trump Says US Seized Iranian Cargo Ship

The fragile peace in the Middle East is threatened as Iran targets US ships with drones following a US Navy seizure, escalating tensions in the Gulf of Oman.

International Business Times UK

US Navy Fires on Iranian Vessel as IRGC Claims It Forced US Retreat—Fears of Wider Gulf Escalation Intensify

Reported US–Iran naval clash in Gulf heightens tensions; conflicting accounts, no independent verification, underscoring strategic stakes and risk of escalation.

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