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Home report World The report stated expectations had grown that Tehran would issue a response after U.S. According to recent reports, Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that Washington was expecting an answer from Iran Updated - May 09, 2026 04:42 pm IST Vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, Musandam, Oman on May 8, 2026. In a recent development, | Photo Credit: Reuters Iran on Saturday (May 9, 2026) stated it was still reviewing the United States’ proposal linked to ongoing negotiations over the West Asia conflict and would respond “at the appropriate time”, based on a report by Al Jazeera.Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon killed at least five people on Friday (May 8, 2026), while Hezbollah fired rockets on northern Israel without inflicting any casualties.Also read: U.S. According to recent reports, companies for aiding Iran’s weapons sectorA U.S., imposes sanctions on 10 individuals New information indicates that, prompting retaliatory attacks and rattling a shaky truce as Tehran weighed Washington’s latest proposal to end the West Asia war., fighter jet disabled two Iranian-flagged tankers to enforce a port blockade on Friday New information indicates that, Iranian officials accused the United States of violating the ceasefire with the tanker strikes and hampering diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday (May 8) slammed Iranian efforts to control the Strait of Hormuz, following a report that Tehran has created an authority to approve transit through the vital waterway.Follow the latest updates here:May 09, 2026 16:42 Iran mentions will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditionsIran’s football federation stated on Saturday (May 9) that the men’s national team will take part in the 2026 World Cup this summer, but demanded that joint hosts the United States, Mexico and Canada agree to its conditions amid the West Asian war.The call comes after Canada refused entry to the federation’s chief last month before the FIFA Congress because of his links to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the ideological arm of Iran’s military, which it designated as a terror group in 2024.Iran’s presence at the tournament, which will take place between June 11 and July 19, has been shrouded in uncertainty since the eruption of war in West Asia in February following strikes by the United States and Israel.“We will definitely participate in the 2026 World Cup, but the hosts must take our concerns into account,” the Iranian federation stated on its official website.-AFPMay 09, 2026 16:36 Lebanon mentions at least one killed in Israel strikes on south Lebanon stated at least one person was killed in Israeli strikes on the country’s south on Saturday (May 9, 2026) despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah, after Israel’s army issued an evacuation warning to several villages.Israeli forces and Iran-backed Hezbollah have traded fire daily, mostly in southern Lebanon, despite the ceasefire agreement in effect since April 17.Israel’s military had called on residents of nine villages to evacuate, warning that it would act “forcefully” against Hezbollah after its “violation of the ceasefire agreement”.- AFPMay 09, 2026 15:46 Lebanon reports Israeli strikes on south after evacuation warning Lebanese state media reported Israeli strikes on the country’s south on Saturday (May 9, 2026) after Israel’s army issued an evacuation warning to several villages, as well as in other areas despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah.Israeli warplanes “introduced a strike on the town of Zrariyeh after a morning warning”, the state-run National report Agency stated, also reporting strikes on several other areas included in the Israeli warning, in which the army stated it would act against Hezbollah.The agency also reported Israeli airstrikes and artillery shelling on other areas of the country’s south not mentioned in the warning, along with casualties in several locations.- AFPMay 09, 2026 14:52 Bahrain mentions it has arrested 41 people 'linked to Iran's IRGC' Bahrain’s interior ministry stated it ‌had ‌arrested ⁠41 ⁠people it ‌stated were linked to Iran’s ‌Revolutionary Guards, the ⁠state ‌report agency reportedReutersMay 09, 2026 13:48 Iran reviewing U.S. proposal at 'own pace' as Trump awaits response: Report Iran stated it was still reviewing the United States’ proposal linked to ongoing negotiations over the West Asia conflict and would respond “at the appropriate time”, based on a report by Al Jazeera.The report stated expectations had grown that Tehran would issue a response on Friday (May 8, 2026) after U.S. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated the proposal remains under review and dismissed pressure from Washington over deadlines.“The deadlines set by American politicians mean nothing; we do our own work, and we do not concern ourselves with deadlines or ultimatums,” Mr., Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that Washington was expecting an answer from Iran.However Baghaei was quoted as saying.based on Al Jazeera, one reason behind the delay is the highly technical nature of the proposal, with Iranian negotiators closely examining every provision in the document before finalising a response.ANIMay 09, 2026 12:34 Indian sailor killed in dhow fire near Strait of HormuzThe incident came amid increasing hostilities between Iran and the U.S. a vital maritime chokepoint between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman through which a significant portion of the world’s oil supply passes.Indian sailor killed in dhow fire near Strait of HormuzAn Indian sailor died and several were injured in a dhow fire near the Strait of Hormuz; rescue efforts are ongoing.May 09, 2026 12:03 Israel army issues evacuation warning for nine south Lebanon villages The Israeli military called on residents of more than half a dozen villages in southern Lebanon to immediately evacuate ahead of expected attacks against Hezbollah, despite a truce with Lebanon intended to halt the fighting.“In light of the terrorist Hezbollah’s violation of the ceasefire agreement, the IDF is compelled to act against it forcefully,” the military’s Arabic-language spokesman Avichay Adraee posted on X, listing nine villages.“For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately and stay away from the villages and towns by a distance of no less than 1,000 metres to open areas,” he added AFPMay 09, 2026 11:40 Fragile ceasefire in West Asia faces fresh uncertaintyU.S., in the Strait of Hormuz prompting retaliatory attacks from Tehran., tanker strikes deepen tensions as Iran weighs peace proposalA fragile ceasefire in West Asia faces fresh uncertainty after the United States struck two Iranian-flagged tankers in the Gulf of Oman According to recent reports, while Hezbollah introduced missiles and drones at Israeli bases amid escalating regional tensions., Iran accused Washington of violating the truce and sabotaging diplomatic efforts The crisis has also raised concerns over oil supplies and stability in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical shipping routes.May 09, 2026 10:56 U.S. intelligence analysis concludes Tehran could withstand a naval blockade for monthsA CIA assessment indicated that Iran would not suffer severe economic pressure from a U.S. based on a U.S., blockade of Iranian ⁠ports for about another four months New information indicates that, suggesting that U.S., official familiar with the matter leverage over Tehran remains limited as the two sides seek to end a conflict that has been unpopular with U.S. voters.Tehran could withstand blockade for four months, CIA report shows, as fighting flaresA CIA report reveals Tehran could endure a U.S. 2026 10:30 Watch | Fresh wave of strikes near Strait of HormuzStrikes & counter strikes by US and Iran: what we know so farJust when the United States–Iran conflict appeared to be stabilising, a fresh wave of strikes and counterstrikes near the Strait of Hormuz has reignited fears of a wider regional war and a new global oil crisis., blockade for four months amid escalating tensions in the Gulf.May 09 As ceasefire violations mount and neither side backs down, the question now is whether the region is heading toward de-escalation or a deeper conflict with global consequences. #USIranWar #StraitOfHormuz #OilCrisisMay 09, 2026 10:03 "Colonialism will have no place in future world": Iranian President Pezeshkian Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran remains committed to expanding friendly relations with other nations based on mutual respect and shared interests, while rejecting the policy of “colonialism and exploitation”.In a post on X on Friday (May 8, 2026), Mr. “The policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran is to expand friendly relations based on mutual respect and shared interests.”May 09, 2026 09:47 U.S., Pezeshkian stated Amir-Saeid Iravani, has accused the United States of violating the ceasefire through military actions near the Strait of Hormuz, based on Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB.In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and the President of the UN Security Council, Iravani stated alleged U.S., breach of ceasefire could have "catastrophic consequences": Iran at UN Iran’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations along with attacks on Iranian coastal areas, constituted “a clear violation of the ceasefire” and “a gross violation of Article 2, Paragraph 4 of the UN Charter”.He warned that continued U.S., military action against two Iranian oil tankers near Jask Port and the Strait of Hormuz military activity in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz could have “catastrophic consequences” extending beyond the region and threatening international peace and security.ANIMay 09, 2026 09:24 U.S., Iran could resume talks in Islamabad next week: Report The United States and Iran could resume negotiations as early as next week in Islamabad, based on a report by The Wall Street Journal citing people familiar with the matter.The report stated both sides are working through mediators on a one-page, 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) intended to establish the framework for a month-long negotiating process aimed at ending the conflict.based on the report, the proposed draft includes Iran’s nuclear programme, reducing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and possible arrangements for transferring Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpiles to another country. However, several major issues remain unresolved.ANIMay 09, 2026 08:43 Iran's new Supreme Leader shaping war strategy even as questions swirl over his health: Report Iran’s new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is playing a central role in shaping Tehran’s war and negotiation strategy alongside senior Iranian officials, even as uncertainty persists over his health and exact level of authority, based on a CNN report citing U.S. intelligence assessments.The report report stated U.S. Latest updates suggest that, intelligence believes Mr. Khamenei has become a key figure directing Iran’s approach to negotiations with the United States aimed at ending the conflict that followed recent U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets. However, officials reportedly acknowledge that authority inside Iran’s leadership remains fragmented after the war and the deaths of several senior military commanders.ANIMay 09, 2026 08:42 "Project Freedom plus": Trump hints at revival of initiative to escort vessels in Hormuz if Iran deal not "signed up" U.S. In a recent development, President Donald Trump on Friday (May 8, 2026) stated his administration may consider reviving the now-suspended maritime security initiative, “Project Freedom”, aimed at helping the passage of commercial vessels trapped in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions in the Gulf.If a deal is not reached with Iran, Mr. Virginia, Mr., Trump added that the renewed effort would be expanded into what he called “Project Freedom plus.”Speaking to reporters at the White House before travelling to a dinner at his golf course in Sterling In a recent development, Trump stated that he might “go back to Project Freedom” if a deal is not reached, but it would be “Project Freedom plus”, noting that the initiative would be the same as its predecessor, “plus other things”.ANIMay 09, 2026 08:30 U.S. fire on Iran tankers sparks reprisals as deal hangs in balanceA U.S. In a recent development, prompting retaliatory attacks and rattling a shaky truce as President Donald Trump stated he was awaiting Tehran’s reply to his latest proposal to end the West Asia war.Iranian officials accused the United States of violating the ceasefire with the tanker strikes and hampering diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.A parallel ceasefire in Lebanon was also under strain., fighter jet on Friday disabled two Iranian-flagged tankers New information indicates that, Iran-backed Hezbollah introduced missiles and drones at military bases in Israel in retaliation for a recent attack on Beirut and ongoing strikes in the south, where Lebanese authorities reported 11 people killed on Friday.-AFPMay 09, 2026 08:27 Read | Chaos, uncertainty and violence: Trump's U-turn on IranOn Monday, President Donald Trump stated the U.S. New information indicates that, would “guide commercial ships” through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively blocked after it was attacked by the U.S. According to recent reports, and Israel on February 28. Mr. 2026 07:30 U.S., Trump stated any interference with the ‘Operation Project Freedom’ would be dealt with “forcefully”.The View From India: Trump takes another U-turn on IranThe View From India: Trump takes another U-turn on IranMay 09 imposes sanctions on 10 individuals, companies for aiding Iran’s weapons sectorThe U.S. Treasury on Friday declared sanctions against ‌10 individuals and companies, including several in China and ⁠Hong Kong, for aiding efforts by Iran’s military to secure weapons and raw ‌materials used to build Tehran’s Shahed drones.The Treasury move, ‌first reported by Reuters, ‌comes ⁠days before U.S. Latest updates suggest that, as efforts ‌to end the war with Iran have stalled.Read more:U.S. and President Donald Trump ⁠strategies to travel to China for a meeting with President Xi Jinping companies for aiding Iran’s weapons sectorU.S., imposes sanctions on 10 individuals sanctions 10 individuals and companies for supporting Iran's weapons sector, aiming to curb military capabilities and illicit commerce.May 09, 2026 07:30 U.S. fire on Iran tankers sparks reprisals as deal hangs in balance A U.S. prompting retaliatory attacks and rattling a shaky truce as Tehran weighed Washington’s latest proposal to end the West Asia war.Iranian officials accused the United States of violating the ceasefire with the tanker strikes and hampering diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.Read more:U.S., fighter jet disabled two Iranian-flagged tankers to enforce a port blockade on Friday fire on Iran tankers sparks reprisals as deal hangs in balanceU.S. strikes on Iranian tankers escalate tensions, jeopardizing ceasefire and diplomatic efforts amid ongoing conflict in West Asia.May 09, 2026 07:30 Trump mentions expecting Iran response to latest proposal soonU.S. President Donald Trump stated Friday that he was expecting Iran’s response to Washington’s latest proposal on a deal to ending the Middle East war by “tonight.”“I’m getting a letter supposedly tonight, so we’ll see how that goes,” Trump told reporters outside the White House.-AFP Published - May 09, 2026 07:30 am IST1 / 0PhotosSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products