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Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz Again Over US Blockade

Iran’s military reinstated “strict military oversight” over the Strait of Hormuz due to Washington’s ongoing naval blockade of Iranian shipping.

US Treasury Extends Russian Crude Waiver Amid Supply Disruptions

The Trump administration renewed a key sanctions waiver on April 17, allowing countries to purchase Russian oil stranded at sea.
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China’s ‘Key Persons’ List Subjects Citizens to Constant Surveillance Without Due Process

Rights activists say China’s police system appears to place some individuals labeled 'key persons' under continuous surveillance and monitoring.

China Introduces ‘National Security’ Textbooks in Schools Nationwide

The CCP introduced a new set of so-called national security textbooks for students, embedding political themes such as loyalty to the Party into classrooms.

Trump Says Iran Agreed to Hand Over ‘Nuclear Dust’

President Trump said that Iran has agreed to transfer “nuclear dust” material he claims resulted from U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

China Issues Notice After 20 Chinese Scholars Denied Entry Into US

The Chinese Foreign Affairs Ministry urged Chinese travelers to avoid entering the United States through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

Iran Announces Strait of Hormuz Is Fully Open During Israel–Lebanon Ceasefire

Iran announced that during the 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, it will stop restricting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump Says Israel, Lebanon Agree to 10-Day Ceasefire After Calls

U.S. President Trump said Israel and Lebanon have agreed to begin a 10-day ceasefire, agreeing to formally begin a ceasefire at 5 p.m. ET on Thursday.