Tag: Ceasefire
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White House Rejects Ceasefire Claims, Says Iran Talks Still Ongoing
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The White House has firmly dismissed reports suggesting a ceasefire agreement with Iran, clarifying that no such deal has been reached despite ongoing diplomatic engagement. April 15, 2026 — U.S. officials, through Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, described claims that Washington requested or secured a ceasefire as false, insisting that negotiations with…
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Hormuz Oil Route Completely Shut Down Despite Ceasefire as Global Shipping Disrupted
By Paul Joseph Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz completely shut down despite a U.S.-backed ceasefire, raising concerns over compliance and deepening uncertainty in global energy markets. According to maritime analysts, no oil tankers have transited the critical waterway in recent days, with thousands of vessels stranded and awaiting safe passage. The disruption underscores…
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Israel Rejects Ceasefire Extension, Vows More Strikes in Lebanon
By Paul Joseph Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as Israel has rejected growing international calls to include Lebanon in the ongoing ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said military operations against Hezbollah would continue, stressing that strikes would persist “wherever necessary” to protect Israeli civilians. The latest…
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Iran Accuses U.S. of Ceasefire Breach, Declares Talks “Unreasonable”
By Paul Joseph Tensions in the Gulf have escalated after Iran accused the United States of violating a fragile ceasefire agreement, casting doubt over ongoing efforts to stabilise the region. The dispute centres around the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil corridor, where conflicting reports have emerged about maritime activity. While Tehran has…
