UNBELIEVABLE: 19 - The Untold Story

Trump gives Iran days to end power struggle, return to peace talks

The supreme leader is silent. IRGC generals and Iran's civilian negotiators are openly at odds.

Axios · Apr 22

Iran Did Not Request Ceasefire Extension; Seen as Just a 'Ploy to Buy Time', Says Adviser

Iran refuses to cooperate with Trump's ceasefire extension, viewing it as a strategic ploy. Tehran maintains its stance, warning of a potential military response if provoked.

International Business Times UK · Apr 21

Trump extends Iran ceasefire, citing "fractured" Iranian government

The ceasefire will last "until such time as their proposal is submitted," Trump said.

Axios · Apr 21

Distrust, dishonesty and Trump's elusive Iran deal

"He doesn't want to fight anymore. But he will if he feels he has to."

Axios · Apr 20

Both the US and Iran are firing on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Are both sides acting lawfully?

Over the past several days, there have been conflicting reports about the Strait of Hormuz. It’s difficult to know what’s happening from one moment to the next.

The Conversation · Apr 20

'Prepared to disable you': Moment US intercepts Iranian cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz - watch

The US Navy intercepted and boarded an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel, the TOUSKA, in the Gulf of Oman after it ignored warnings and attempted to bypass a blockade. The USS Spruance disabled the ship's propulsion, and US Marines took custody. In retaliation, Iran launched drones towards US warships.

The Times of India · Apr 20

Markets shudder as Strait of Hormuz starts resembling a combat zone. 'We're prepared to subject you to disabling fire'

Tensions in the Gulf escalated Sunday, when the Navy seized a ship for the first time as part of its blockade, with a destroyer firing at a vessel attempting to evade the dragnet.

Fortune · Apr 19

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.

International Business Times UK · Apr 19

Strait of Hormuz standoff reignites as IRGC defies Iran’s diplomats

The Strait of Hormuz has been blocked again by Iran, as the IRGC’s hardline stance appears to prevail in Tehran. US Vice President JD Vance will lead the US delegation for talks in Pakistan on Monday, after President Trump said he would not attend.

Euronews · Apr 19

Open shut, open shut: Iran says Hormuz to remain fully closed after Trump claims Tehran can't 'blackmail' US

Tensions around the Strait of Hormuz escalated sharply on Saturday after Iran reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and warned vessels against approaching the area.

The Times of India · Apr 18