Washington DC [US], May 12 (ANI): The United States on Monday (local time) designated 12 individuals and entities for their role in enabling the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) sale and shipment of Iranian oil to China.
Ceasefire on 'life support', Trump says, as he rejects 'stupid' Iranian peace offer US President Donald Trump pushed back against what he called a "stupid" and "garbage" peace proposal from Iran on Monday, and told reporters at the White House that the ceasefire in place since early last month is on "life support". Yet his administration could still secure an agreement despite repeated setbacks, he added. "I think it’s very possible.
President Trump told reporters the Iran cease-fire was “on life support” on Monday after he rejected Iran’s counterproposal for a peace deal this weekend.
New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Iran defended its decision to close the Strait of Hormuz while expressing regret over the impact on India, with Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei saying that Tehran was 'forced' to act after attacks by the United States and Israel using bases in the Persian Gulf region.
Ceasefire on 'life support', Trump says, as he rejects 'stupid' Iranian peace offer Submitted by Yasmine El-Sabawi on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 20:40 This comes as the US Treasury imposes a new round of sanctions to ramp up pressure US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, on 11 May 2026 (Evelyn Hockstein/Reuters) Off US President Donald Trump pushed back against what he called a "stupid" and "garbage" peace proposal from Iran on Monday, and told reporters at the White House that the ceasefire in place since early last month is on "life support". Yet his administration could still secure an agreement despite repeated setbacks, he added. "I think it’s very possible.
The downstream effects of the Iran war are only beginning. On “The Opinions,” David Wallace-Wells explains how disruptions tied to fertilizer, condoms and other global goods could contribute to famine, disease and rising costs worldwide.
Qatar, Kuwait urge diplomacy to sustain US-Iran ceasefire Qatar’s prime minister and Kuwait’s foreign minister have called for continued diplomacy to prevent renewed escalation in the US-Israeli war on Iran. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani and Sheikh Jarrah Jaber al-Ahmad al-Sabah discussed regional developments, including the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, according to a statement from the Qatari foreign ministry. The two officials highlighted “efforts aimed at de-escalation in a way that contributes to strengthening security and stability in the region”.
As prices continue to soar across Iran, hardline clerics and pro-government figures are increasingly attempting to shift blame away from the state even as economic pressure deepens for ordinary citizens.
Narenda Modi tells Indians to stop buying gold, work from home, as Iran war dents economy Submitted by MEE staff on Mon, 05/11/2026 - 21:42 The prime minister's comments show how India's foreign exchange reserves are coming under pressure as a result of higher energy prices Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi waves to his supporters during the swearing-in ceremony for Suvendu Adhikari, the newly-elected chief minister of West Bengal state, in Kolkata, on 9 May 2026 (Dibyangshu Sarkar/AFP) Off Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged Indians to cut down on petrol and diesel consumption and stop buying gold, in a sign that the US-Israeli war on Iran is starting to jolt the world’s fourth-largest economy. India is one of the few countries in the region that has not increased petrol and diesel prices for domestic consumers or rationed supplies. However, it has increased the price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) - a primary cooking fuel in the country.
New Delhi [India], May 12 (ANI): Iran accused the United States of repeatedly sabotaging diplomatic efforts over Tehran's nuclear programme, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei saying Washington 'destroyed' negotiations despite Iran's compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal and years of engagement through international mediators.
President Trump said the fragile cease-fire was on “life support,” and India’s leader urged residents to cut back on purchases and travel.
Lamine Yamal waves Palestinian flag during Barcelona title parade Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal waved a Palestinian flag as Barcelona celebrated their La Liga title win with fans in the city. Players and coaching staff paraded through the streets on an open-top bus on Sunday, drawing large crowds. Footage shared online showed Yamal holding the flag as tens of thousands of supporters gathered to mark the club’s success.
Iran speaker warns US must accept Tehran' rights or face ‘failure after failure’ Iran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has said there is no viable path forward without recognising the rights of the Iranian people, as set out in Tehran’s 14-point proposal. Posting on X, Ghalibaf warned that alternative approaches would lead to continued setbacks, “there is no alternative but to accept the rights of the Iranian people” “Any other approach will be completely inconclusive; nothing but one failure after another,” he wrote. He also cautioned that delays would come at a cost for Washington.
US nuclear submarine docks in Gibraltar A US nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine has docked in Gibraltar, the US Navy said in a statement, as tensions with Iran continue to rise. The Navy confirmed the vessel's arrival on Sunday, describing the visit as a show of military reach and support for Nato allies. The statement followed comments by US President Donald Trump, who earlier dismissed Iran’s response to a proposed ceasefire as “just unacceptable” and warned the truce was “unbelievably weak” and on “life support”.
Netanyahu condemns EU sanctions on settlers stealing land in occupied West Bank Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has lashed out at new European Union sanctions targeting Israeli settlers, rejecting the measures as illegitimate. In a statement, the office condemned the move, saying “sanctioning Jews for living" in the occupied West Bank is "unacceptable”. “Israel will always protect the rights of Jews to live in the heart of our ancestral homeland,” the statement said.
Netanyahu condemns EU sanctions on settlers 'for living' in occupied West Bank Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has lashed out at new European Union sanctions targeting Israeli settlers, rejecting the measures as illegitimate. In a statement, the office condemned the move, saying “sanctioning Jews for living" in the occupied West Bank is "unacceptable”. “Israel will always protect the rights of Jews to live in the heart of our ancestral homeland,” the statement said, adding: “The European Union’s attempts to sanction Israeli civilians is a further sign of weakness and will not succeed.
WASHINGTON, D. C. : The White House has invited Elon Musk and Tim Cook to join President Donald Trump on his trip to China this week, Bloomberg News reported on May 11, citing a White House official.
The EU's foreign policy chief said "extremism and violence carry consequences", while Israel branded the move "arbitrary".
Vadodara (Gujarat) [India], May 11 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a roadshow in Vadodara along with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Deputy CM Harsh Sanghvi. Surrounded by a sea of cheering supporters, PM Modi waved to the enthusiastic crowds lining his route.
Israeli PM slams ‘moral bankruptcy’ of EU over settler sanctions We will have more on this as we get it. Earlier we reported that Israel’s far-right National Security Minister, Itamar Ben Gvir, has condemned the European Union after it moved to sanction Israeli settlers accused of carrying out violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank calling it "anti-semetic".
