Iran says Strait of Hormuz cannot be opened due to ceasefire breaches
Posted on Wednesday April 22, 2026

Iran's chief negotiator says "violations" by the US and Israel make it impossible to open the strait.

China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll
Posted on Wednesday April 22, 2026

The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.

UK and France strike new £662m small boats deal
Posted on Wednesday April 22, 2026

The three-year agreement will see at least 50 riot-trained police officers drafted in to tackle violence and “hostile crowds”.

Ban 'forever chemicals' in uniforms and frying pans, MPs urge
Posted on Wednesday April 22, 2026

School uniforms and non-stick pans are some of the everyday products that should stop using chemicals called PFAS, MPs say.

US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says
Posted on Wednesday April 22, 2026

He is the latest high-ranking military leader to leave the administration in recent months.