At least 15 people have been killed after a bus rolled down a hillside into a deep gorge in the Ram Nagar area of Udhampur district in Jammu and Kashmir. Rescue teams rushed to the spot and launched relief operations as authorities assessed the scale of the tragedy. Several passengers were reportedly injured and shifted to nearby hospitals.

BREAKING | J&K: Bus Rolls Down a Hill into a Gorge in Ram Nagar Area, Udhampur District; 15 Killed

Israel has reopened the occupied West Bank settlement of Sa-Nur, allowing settlers to return nearly two decades after its evacuation. The move marks a significant and controversial development in the region, reigniting debates over settlement expansion and territorial disputes. Israeli officials describe it as a restoration of historic presence, while critics warn it could further escalate tensions in the already volatile West Bank.


Israel Reopens Sa-Nur Settlement; Settlers Return After Two Decades

Rising tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have disrupted the movement of millions of barrels of oil, triggering fresh concerns about global energy security. While markets are reacting to immediate supply risks, analysts warn that the real energy crisis may still lie ahead if instability persists in this critical maritime chokepoint.

Hormuz Crisis: Millions of Barrels Disrupted Amid Hormuz Tensions; Real Energy Crisis Still Ahead

US President Donald Trump has confirmed that a second round of US-Iran peace talks will be held in Islamabad, marking a fresh diplomatic push to de-escalate rising tensions between Washington and Tehran. The announcement comes amid ongoing disputes over maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and recent incidents involving ship seizures and blockade enforcement.

US-Iran Peace Talks: Trump Confirms Second Round of Talks with Iran in Islamabad

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has released fresh video footage showing American naval forces intercepting and seizing an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran. The video is said to depict U.S. warships issuing repeated warnings to the crew before boarding the vessel and taking operational control, after it was allegedly attempting to breach a maritime blockade.

US-Iran War: US Military Releases Video of Iranian Vessel Intercepted in Hormuz

Right now, global markets are reacting to headlines, closures, reopenings, threats, and talks. Oil prices are swinging wildly, shipping routes are shifting, and policymakers are scrambling to contain volatility.

Energy Crisis: Decoding the Invisible Supply Shock

To put that into context, the total money spent adjusted for inflation on wars is more than the entire GDP of every country except the US and China. In this Next News in Numbers report, we list the amount spent by the US on different wars since 1971.

World Wars: Since 1917, America Has Spent Over 14 Trillion Dollars on Wars

In a relatively quiet week for data, investor focus will remain on US-Iran talks in the hope a deal can be reached that leads to a de-escalation and a reopening of the Straits of Hormuz.

US-Iran War: Relatively Quiet Week for US Macro Data 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has praised Argentine President Javier Milei for his strong support of Israel, calling him a key international ally amid growing global tensions. The remarks highlight deepening diplomatic ties between Israel and Argentina under Milei’s leadership, with both leaders emphasizing shared values and cooperation. 

Israel-Argentina Ties: Israeli PM Netanyahu Praises Milei for Standing with Israel

Tensions in the US-Iran conflict have further escalated after President Donald Trump warned that the United States would “knock out every power plant and every bridge” in Iran if a diplomatic deal is rejected. The statement comes amid rising military and naval confrontations in the Strait of Hormuz, including ship seizures and blockade enforcement.

US-Iran War | Trump: Will Knock Out Every Power Plant , Bridge if Deal is Rejected

The death of Asha Bhosle has left a huge void in the film and music industry. In this latest episode of E-Club, we revisit the legacy of Bhosle, ONE of India's finest playback singers, who passed away on April 12, 2026. 

Remembering the best of Asha Bhosle and more | WION E-Club

Iranian state media reports that Tehran is not currently planning to participate in any new round of talks with the United States. The announcement comes amid escalating tensions in the region, including maritime confrontations and disputes over a U.S.-enforced blockade in key shipping lanes near the Strait of Hormuz.


US-Iran War: Iran Says No Plans For New U.S. Talks Today

U.S. forces have reportedly disabled an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel after it attempted to breach a U.S.-enforced maritime blockade near the Strait of Hormuz. According to reports, the ship was intercepted in the Arabian Sea after multiple warnings were issued and ignored, leading to a targeted strike that immobilised the vessel’s propulsion system.

US-Iran War: US Forces Disable Vessel Trying To Breach Iran Blockade

US President Donald Trump’s praise for Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir is drawing attention as concerns grow within sections of the US security establishment over his reported ties to Iran’s military leadership. While Munir is believed to be acting as a backchannel mediator between Washington and Tehran, critics warn that his alleged connections with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps could complicate sensitive diplomacy.

Trump’s 'Favourite' Asim Munir Ties to Former High-Ranking Iranian Officials Raise Concerns

Israel has warned that it will respond with “full force” to any emerging threats from Lebanon, signaling a sharp escalation in tensions along the northern border. The statement comes amid continued cross-border hostilities and rising concerns of a wider regional conflict involving Israeli forces and armed groups operating in Lebanon.

Israel-Lebanon War: Israel to Counter Threats in Lebanon with 'Full Force'

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that American forces intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel en route to Bandar Abbas as part of ongoing maritime blockade enforcement in the region. According to reports, the ship was detected in the Arabian Sea and was stopped after allegedly violating U.S. blockade restrictions near the Strait of Hormuz.


US-Iran War | Centcom: Iranian Vessel Enroute to Bandar Abbas Intercepted

Iranian state-linked media reports claim that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has forced U.S. troops to retreat from the Strait of Hormuz during a heightened naval confrontation. The report suggests that Iranian forces confronted U.S. naval units amid rising tensions in the region, prompting a withdrawal.

Breaking: Iranian Media: IRGC Forces US Troops to Retreat From Hormuz

Tensions between the United States and Iran have sharply escalated after Iranian state-linked military sources accused Washington of “armed piracy” following the interception and seizure of an Iranian cargo vessel. Tehran has vowed to retaliate “soon,” calling the incident a violation of maritime law and a breach of ceasefire understandings.

US-Iran War: Iran Vows to Retaliate Against Armed Piracy

US President Donald Trump has said that U.S. Marines have seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship after it allegedly attempted to defy a U.S. naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz. According to Trump, the vessel was intercepted by a U.S. Navy destroyer after ignoring repeated warnings and was subsequently disabled before being boarded.

US-Iran War: Trump Says U.S. Marines Seize Vessel Defying Iran Blockade

Trump’s Favoured Asim Munir Faces Scrutiny Over Iran Links, Raising US Security Concerns

The ongoing West Asia conflict has intensified concerns over a possible global energy crisis as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to disrupt critical oil shipping routes. With key waterways under threat and military actions escalating, analysts warn that crude oil supplies and global energy markets could face severe instability. 

US-Iran War: West Asia War Raises Question About Potential Energy Crisis

Israel has reopened the occupied West Bank settlement of Sa-Nur, allowing settlers to return nearly two decades after its evacuation. The move marks a significant and controversial development in the region, reigniting debates over settlement expansion and territorial disputes. Israeli officials describe it as a restoration of historic presence, while critics warn it could further escalate tensions in the already volatile West Bank.

Israel Reopens Occupied West Bank Settlement Sa-Nur; Settlers Return 2 Decades After Removal 

U.S. Marines have reportedly boarded and seized the Iranian cargo ship Touska in the North Arabian Sea, escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. The incident comes amid rising maritime security concerns and ongoing disputes over regional shipping routes and blockade enforcement.

Breaking: US Marines Board Iranian Cargo Ship Touska in North Arabian Sea 

Confusion surrounds the next round of US–Iran negotiations as Iranian media reports claim no delegation is heading to Pakistan, while US President Donald Trump insists American negotiators are already on their way to Islamabad. The mixed signals come amid escalating tensions, with Iran linking its participation to the lifting of a US naval blockade and Washington pushing forward with talks regardless. With the Strait of Hormuz crisis deepening and ceasefire uncertainty growing, this diplomatic standoff highlights just how fragile and unpredictable the situation has become.

Iran Media: No Delegation Heading To Pakistan | Trump's Delegation On It's Way

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