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Oil Rises as U.S.-Iran Deal Prospects Fade
Investors reacted to stalled diplomacy and renewed clashes around the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint that normally carries about one-fifth of global oil supply
White House calls Mark Hamill ‘sick’ over AI Trump grave post
The Star Wars actor deleted the image and apologized, saying he was not wishing Trump dead, after the White House linked the post to threats against the president
US-grade jet fuel could help Europe ease shortage risk
IATA says wider use of Jet A may relieve pressure if Middle East disruption continues, while EU and aviation safety officials say any switch must be carefully managed
Oil rises as US and Iran trade fire in Strait of Hormuz
Trump says the ceasefire remains in place, but the clash in a vital energy corridor has sharpened doubts over diplomacy and shipping security
Russia and Ukraine trade ceasefire breach claims before Victory Day
Moscow reported more than 1,000 violations after its truce began, while Kyiv said Russian forces kept striking Ukrainian positions and launched hundreds of drones
U.S. airlines’ fuel bill jumped 56% after Iran strikes began
Transportation Department data show carriers paid $5.06 billion for jet fuel in March, a cost shock already pressuring forecasts, fees and routes
Three evacuated from MV Hondius as Spain says ship will dock in Tenerife
The WHO said the suspected patients are being sent to the Netherlands, while Spain says the ship will reach Granadilla within three days despite objections from Canary Islands leaders
Apollo’s Rowan warns of correction risk and insurer contagion
The Apollo CEO said the economy looks strong but faces a higher chance of outside shocks, prompting the firm to raise cash and cut riskier credit exposure
Trump threatens stronger Iran strikes, says direct talks are premature
The president paused a U.S. escort mission in the Strait of Hormuz to give Pakistan-brokered negotiations more time, but said the naval blockade remains in force
Trump warns Iran of heavier bombing if peace deal fails
Washington expects Tehran’s response on key points within 48 hours, according to a report, as talks focus on sanctions, nuclear enrichment and the Strait of Hormuz