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Iran reviewing US proposals, says Hormuz curbs to stay till war ends
The council said Iran has yet to respond, but further talks would require the US to abandon "excessive demands and adjust its requests to the realities on the ground"
 "Iran reviewing US proposals, says Hormuz curbs to stay till war ends")
Trump signs bill extending controversial surveillance powers until Apr 30
The bill was approved by the Senate on Friday in a last-minute scramble to prevent the authority from expiring within a matter of days
 "Trump signs bill extending controversial surveillance powers until Apr 30")
Trump warns Iran, says Tehran cannot 'blackmail' US over Strait of Hormuz
Earlier, the global hope for a stable energy corridor was short-lived as Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Saturday reimposed a strict naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz
 "Trump warns Iran, says Tehran cannot 'blackmail' US over Strait of Hormuz")
India condemns attack on French UN Peacekeepers, seeks accountability
India on Saturday issued a stern condemnation following a deadly attack on French UN Peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
 "India condemns attack on French UN Peacekeepers, seeks accountability")
10 top US scientists missing, Trump orders probe as lawmakers voice concern
Earlier this week, US President Donald Trump was briefed on the deaths and disappearances of key scientists, and more details will be available over the next week and a half
 "10 top US scientists missing, Trump orders probe as lawmakers voice concern")
Trump orders faster review of psychedelic drugs including ibogaine
"Today's order will ensure that people suffering from debilitating symptoms might finally have a chance to reclaim their lives and lead a happier life," Trump said
 "Trump orders faster review of psychedelic drugs including ibogaine")
India summons Iranian envoy after firing on its vessels in Hormuz
As per reports, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had carried out at least three attacks on commercial ships in the strait since Saturday morning
 "India summons Iranian envoy after firing on its vessels in Hormuz")
Tensions high in Hormuz as Iran hits ships, US blockade turns back vessels
Tensions gripped West Asia as uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz deepened, with Iran claiming control and hitting vessels, while the US military moved in parallel to regulate traffic
 "Tensions high in Hormuz as Iran hits ships, US blockade turns back vessels")
Iran reimposes control over Strait of Hormuz as ships report gunfire
At least two vessels reported being hit by gunfire as they attempted to cross the strait, the sources said
 "Iran reimposes control over Strait of Hormuz as ships report gunfire")
No date set for next US talks: Iran deputy foreign minister Khatibzadeh
The highest-level US-Iran talks since the 1979 Islamic Revolution ended in Islamabad without agreement last weekend
Indian vessels turn back as Iran gunboats fire on tanker in Hormuz: Report
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Centre said the tanker and crew were reported safe, without identifying the vessel or its destination
 "Indian vessels turn back as Iran gunboats fire on tanker in Hormuz: Report")
USFDA flags 3 manufacturing compliance lapses at Lupin's New Jersey unit
The USFDA has concluded the inspection at our manufacturing facility located in Somerset, New Jersey, USA, Lupin said in a regulatory filing
 "USFDA flags 3 manufacturing compliance lapses at Lupin's New Jersey unit")
Iran gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as restrictions return
Iran announced earlier Saturday it was reimposing restrictions on the strait in response to a US blockade on Iranian shipping and ports
 "Iran gunboats fire on tanker in Strait of Hormuz as restrictions return")
Iran rejects Trump claim, says it will not hand over enriched uranium to US
Saeed Khatibzadeh rejects Donald Trump claims, says Iran not ready for talks as US stance remains unchanged
Iran reimposes restrictions on Hormuz, accuses US of violating deal
The announcement came after Trump said the blockade 'will remain in full force' until Tehran reaches a deal with the US, including on its nuclear programme
 "Iran reimposes restrictions on Hormuz, accuses US of violating deal")
Iran partially reopens airspace after 7 week shutdown amid ceasefire
The partial reopening has come more than a week into a ceasefire between Iran and the US
 "Iran partially reopens airspace after 7 week shutdown amid ceasefire")
Won't impose 'traditional fees' on passage of ships through Hormuz: Iran
Spokesman for Iran's National Security Committee, Ebrahim Rezaei stated that vessels would only be allowed to pass through Hormuz in coordination with Iranian authorities
 "Won't impose 'traditional fees' on passage of ships through Hormuz: Iran")
US extends waiver allowing India, others to buy Russian oil till May 16
The waiver comes despite earlier US reluctance, as war-linked supply disruptions and Strait of Hormuz curbs push oil prices higher and test Western efforts to restrict Russia's revenues
 "US extends waiver allowing India, others to buy Russian oil till May 16")
Howard Lutnick shuts down talk of Chinese investment in US auto industry
During recent trade talks between the US and China in Paris, both sides discussed the creation of a board of trade and also touched on the formation of a board of investment
 "Howard Lutnick shuts down talk of Chinese investment in US auto industry")
Trump telegraphs end to West Asia conflict as focus shifts to economy
With the elections nearing, domestic political pressure could be weighing on the president to end the hostilities
 "Trump telegraphs end to West Asia conflict as focus shifts to economy")