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Commonwealth vets on visit to South Korea recall a key role 75 years ago

Morning update - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/morning-update-518

Satellite images show Iran tankers clustering near Chabahar - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/satellite-images-show-iran-tankers-clustering-near-chabahar

Russia, Iran to back each other ‘under any circumstances’, defence minister says - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/russia-iran-back-each-other-under-any-circumstances-defence-minister

A breakthrough technique that superimposes photo and video over recovered remains recently helped the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency identify a U.S. soldier who went missing during the Korean War after years of struggle. (from @wyattwolson.bsky.social)

Iran slams EU sanctions, condemns US tanker seizures - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-slams-eu-sanctions-condemns-us-tanker-seizures

‘Zero enrichment’ stance complicates talks, analyst says - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/zero-enrichment-stance-complicates-talks-analyst-says

Drone attack in south Lebanon, Israeli troops reported injured - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/drone-attack-south-lebanon-israeli-troops-reported-injured

A record 31 nations are set to participate in the massive Rim of the Pacific maritime exercise this summer around Hawaii, with about 40 surface ships, five submarines, 140 aircraft and more than 25,000 personnel. (from @wyattwolson.bsky.social)

Iran oil shipments plunge as Hormuz blockade tightens, data shows - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-oil-shipments-plunge-hormuz-blockade-tightens-data-shows

ICYMI: The Navy's latest Virginia-class fast-attack submarine entered the service over the weekend with the commissioning of the USS Idaho.

Video: Iran’s UN envoy says Tehran ‘not bound’ by UN Law of the Sea - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/video-irans-un-envoy-says-tehran-not-bound-un-law-sea

The search for five crew members missing from a capsized cargo vessel near Saipan stretched into a second week Monday, as the U.S. Coast Guard and other agencies combed an area of ocean roughly the size of California. (from @alexmwilson.bsky.social)

Supply shock from Iran war drives electronics component prices up globally - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/supply-shock-iran-war-drives-electronics-component-prices-globally

US challenges Iran’s role in UN nuclear talks, Tehran rejects accusations - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-challenges-irans-role-un-nuclear-talks-tehran-rejects-accusations

Iran revises Minab school bombing death toll to 155 - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-revises-minab-school-bombing-death-toll-155

A new British parliamentary report says the United Kingdom needs to rethink its long-standing strategic ties with the United States, arguing that over-reliance on the U.S. has led to defense atrophy. From Stars and Stripes' Phillip Walter Wellman:

Kremlin says Putin received message from Iran’s new supreme leader - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/kremlin-says-putin-received-message-irans-new-supreme-leader

Araghchi says region in ‘major flux’ after talks in Russia - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/araghchi-says-region-major-flux-after-talks-russia

Brent rises above $108 amid ongoing tensions - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/brent-rises-above-108-amid-ongoing-tensions

Nearly 250 Air Force reservists have been selected to transfer to the Space Force this summer, becoming the service's first part-time guardians. From Stars and Stripes' Jennifer H. Svan:

The Army is relaxing the requirements for its cybersecurity awareness and information privacy training from an annual recertification to once every five years, according to a memo from the service's chief information officer. (from @janiquarob.bsky.social)

Britain says Iran must not ‘hold world economy hostage’ - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/britain-says-iran-must-not-hold-world-economy-hostage

France says Iran must make ‘major concessions’ for peace - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/france-says-iran-must-make-major-concessions-peace

Trump unlikely to accept Iran proposal, CNN reports - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/trump-unlikely-accept-iran-proposal-cnn-reports

Water at the U.S. Navy's largest installation in Italy recently tested positive for a potentially deadly bacterium, officials said, with Legionella found in the water system at U.S. Naval Hospital Naples on April 20. From Stars and Stripes' Alison Bath:

“You cannot rely on students to fix the gun problem that our adults in this state have had. It is not a six-year-old’s responsibility to see a firearm and do what’s right with it.” story via @glorihuh.bsky.social

US stops Iranian-flagged tanker under port blockade - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-stops-iranian-flagged-tanker-under-port-blockade

Al Jazeera: Iran considering US request to restart talks - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/al-jazeera-iran-considering-us-request-restart-talks

Driven by German efforts, military spending in Europe increased last year at its fastest pace in nearly three-quarters of a century, according to a new analysis. From Stars and Stripes' John Vandiver:

US Treasury chief says Iran’s oil industry is 'starting to shut' - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-treasury-chief-says-irans-oil-industry-starting-shut

Chief Petty Officer Mark Paul Paloay Callos was sentenced Monday in Japan to a suspended sentence of 18 months in prison a year after he struck and killed a Japanese motorist. (from @alexmwilson.bsky.social & @hanakusumoto.bsky.social)

Today's top headlines:

US threatens sanctions for companies providing services to Iranian airlines - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-threatens-sanctions-companies-providing-servises-iranian-airlines

US threatens sanctions for companies providing servises to Iranian airlines - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-threatens-sanctions-companies-providing-servises-iranian-airlines

UN warns Hormuz disruption could trigger food emergency - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/un-warns-hormuz-disruption-could-trigger-food-emergency

US senator criticises plan to vet visa applicants over Israel views - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-senator-criticises-plan-vet-visa-applicants-over-israel-views

A Marine corporal was killed over the weekend in an off-duty traffic accident when his motorcycle collided with a taxi outside Camp Kinser in central Okinawa. (from @brianmcelhiney.bsky.social & @keishirkoja.bsky.social)

Tehran says Gulf stability depends on ‘permanent cessation of aggression’ - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/tehran-says-gulf-stability-depends-permanent-cessation-aggression

“It is inhumane. We are violating so many laws by doing this, and I don’t understand why every city official isn’t sitting there and saying this shouldn’t happen.” story via @jerodmacevoy.com

ICYMI: Lt. Gen. Roger Turner has been nominated to lead Marine Corps Forces Pacific, the largest operational command in the force. (from @brianmcelhiney.bsky.social)

Hezbollah launches 3 attacks on Israeli forces in Lebanon - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/hezbollah-launches-3-attacks-israeli-forces-lebanon

Even the most casual cyclist has, at some point, felt the passing desire to race. Portland and the surrounding area host a variety of different racing events for every type of cyclist—from beginner-focused and inclusive, to fast and competitive, to offbeat and quirky.

Blazers in 7, right?1 RIGHT??! Everything we saw, felt, and observed during Game 4 at the Moda Center >> www.portlandmercury.com/the-trail-bl...

Nearly two weeks after Super Typhoon Sinlaku plowed into the Northern Marianas, the U.S. military continues moving supplies, generators, fuel and water onto the islands, which are still in recovery mode. (from @alexmwilson.bsky.social)

Your curated list of Portland events this week has arrived! This week: Enjoy public tours of Hoyt Arboretum and the AAPI Food & Wine Fest. Plus, get the deets on the May Day march at the State Capitol and this weekend's Cinco de Mayo Fiesta, and One Motorcycle Show!

Russia’s UN ambassador says Iran can restrict Hormuz traffic - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/russias-un-ambassador-says-iran-can-restrict-hormuz-traffic

The war with Iran so far has not deterred young people from joining the Air and Space forces, according to the general in charge of recruiting for those branches: "We haven't seen any significant change." From Stars and Stripes' Seth Robson:

Iran condemns US seizure of oil tankers as 'piracy' - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-condemns-us-seizure-oil-tankers-piracy

Iran condemns US seizure of oil tankers as ‘piracy’ - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-condemns-us-seizure-oil-tankers-piracy

The real reason Iran and the US cannot end the war: Money - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/the-real-reason-iran-and-the-us-cannot-end-the-war-money

A Vietnam veteran and his daughter, who was born with dwarfism, are challenging a federal law that grants benefits to children with certain birth defects only if their mother — but not their father — was exposed to Agent Orange while serving in the Vietnam War.

Pakistan UN envoy warns Hormuz disruption threatens global stability - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/pakistan-un-envoy-warns-hormuz-disruption-threatens-global-stability

Israeli strikes kill four in south Lebanon - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-strikes-kill-four-south-lebanon

WHO evacuates 189 Palestinians from Gaza for medical treatment - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/who-evacuates-189-palestinians-gaza-medical-treatment

US considering sending stranded Afghans in Qatar to the Congo, advocacy group says - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/us-considering-sending-stranded-afghans-qatar-congo-advocacy-group-says

Early in Trump 2.0, ABC and Disney got scared and caved. But now, Trump is highly unpopular. Courts strike down his censorship BS regularly. This is an opportunity for ABC to course correct and tell the administration to kick rocks.

Iran rebukes EU stance on sanctions relief - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-rebukes-eu-stance-sanctions-relief

Congress is voting to renew FISA Section 702 — the dangerous surveillance law that lets the NSA and FBI search Americans’ calls and texts without a warrant. Watch @trevortimm.bsky.social explain, and TELL THEM: No spying on Americans without a warrant. Period. ➡️ freedom.press/action/refor...

Time to REFRESH your feed! Enjoy 20% off Stars and Stripes Digital Access and stay connected to stories that matter — from the front lines to your fingertips. 🌼 🪻 🌱 🌷 Code: REFRESH 🔗: www.stripes.com?view=select&...

Israel cancels Holiday gathering over Hezbollah attack fears - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israel-cancels-holiday-gathering-over-hezbollah-attack-fears

PHOTOS: The Best Squad Competition tests soldiers on physical endurance, tactical proficiency and teamwork, identifying top-performing teams to advance to higher-level Army competitions. See more: www.stripes.com/branches/arm... #Flashes

UK opposes US blockade of Iranian ports - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/uk-opposes-us-blockade-iranian-ports-0

The Navy’s unmanned MQ-25A Stingray made its first flight Saturday, an early step toward a future mix of manned and unmanned aircraft operating from carriers at sea. Check it out:

German chancellor says US entered Iran war without clear strategy - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/german-chancellor-says-us-entered-iran-war-without-clear-strategy-0

This is the worst possible time for presidential records to be hidden from the public. Use our action center to tell Congress: Presidential records are vital parts of the American story, and the Justice Department’s efforts to say otherwise are wrong.

Around the globe, many people in the middle class are earning higher salaries. But they're also feeling like they can’t afford the things their parents once could, whether that’s in Europe, Latin America, or South Asia. #india #affordability #middleclass www.csmonitor.com/World/Asia-S...

Elon Musk claims that he was misled by OpenAI, which he co-founded. A centerpiece of the trial is likely to be what role a company should have in ensuring responsible development of artificial intelligence. #musk #openai #ai #ethics www.csmonitor.com/USA/Society/...

Israeli army chief says multi-front war likely to continue into 2026 - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-army-chief-says-multi-front-war-likely-continue-2026-0

Israeli army chief says multi-front war likely to continue into 2026 - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-army-chief-says-multi-front-war-likely-continue-2026

As a veteran of more than 20 White House correspondents’ dinners, our reporter was struck by how lax security seemed on Saturday. The assassination attempt is already prompting calls for better security protocols. #Trump #shooting #correspondentsDinner www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics...

The Trump administration’s charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center highlight concerns about how informants operate within extremist groups. #splc #extremism #antihate #justice www.csmonitor.com/USA/Justice/...

Lawyers argued that geofence warrants open the door to the authorities requesting information on everyone at a sensitive location — perhaps an abortion clinic or a political convention — at a particular time

UK opposes US blockade of Iranian ports - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/uk-opposes-us-blockade-iranian-ports

Harvard University’s graduate student union went on strike this week to demand higher wages for all graduate student workers and more protections for immigrant student workers. #union #harvard #highed www.csmonitor.com/USA/Educatio...

Peace talks between the U.S. and Iran were scheduled to continue Saturday in Pakistan, but they fell apart after President Donald Trump announced that he would not be sending U.S. envoys to take part in negotiations. #iran #peacetalks #pakistan www.csmonitor.com/World/Middle...

In this latest round of Israel-Hezbollah fighting, Lebanese civilians have once again paid a heavy price. Even as the ceasefire in Lebanon is extended, neither combatant is showing any sign of backing down. #iran #hezbollah #israel www.csmonitor.com/World/Middle...

Constitutional reform is something Japan’s ruling party has long debated, but never been able to accomplish. Now, the country’s first female prime minister – Sanae Takaichi – is using her popularity to push the matter forward. #japan #reform #takaichi www.csmonitor.com/World/Asia-P...

German chancellor says US entered Iran war without clear strategy - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/german-chancellor-says-us-entered-iran-war-without-clear-strategy

The former pioneers of screen-mediated learning in schools shift back to books to better cultivate purpose and judgment in young people. #scandinavia #education #books www.csmonitor.com/Editorials/t...

A visit to a venerable watchmaker brings out stories of timepieces, including an heirloom pocket watch that saved a life. #watchmaking #heirloom #storytelling www.csmonitor.com/The-Home-For...

Israeli defence minister says Hezbollah is ‘playing with fire’ - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/israeli-defence-minister-says-hezbollah-playing-fire

A veteran GOP attorney accused David Marshall of “illegally usurping office” because the Arizona Constitution bars him from holding it story via @sashahupka.bsky.social & @votebeat.org

US, Iran clash during UN nuclear weapons conference - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/us-iran-clash-un-nuclear-weapons-conference

KTOWN SPORTS | Whistles rang around the Fritz Walter Stadium on Friday evening as a toothless performance by 1.FC Kaiserslautern ended in a 2-0 loss to Eintracht Braunschweig.

SPORTS | Track and soccer summaries from DODEA-Pacific athletes in action April 27. Catch up on what you missed:

SPROTS | Track and soccer summaries from DODEA-Pacific athletes in action April 27. Catch up on what you missed:

White House says Iran proposal under review - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/white-house-says-iran-proposal-under-review

SPORTS | Baseball, softball, soccer and track summaries from DODEA-Europe teams in action April 24-25. Check out what you missed:

Journalists sometimes ask us, is my employer watching what I do on my laptop or tracking my whereabouts at work? The answer is a resounding … maybe! Learn more about how such tracking happens in the wild:

Mark your calendar. This should be interesting. www.pressherald.com/debateremind...

It's impossible to look at the firing of FOIA officials after the release of a declassified memo in response to FPF's records request "as anything other than inappropriate retaliation for a lawful FOIA release," FPF's @laurenleharper.bsky.social told @notus.com.

Rubio says Iran ‘serious’ about deal, sets nuclear condition - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/rubio-says-iran-serious-about-deal-sets-nuclear-condition

A new British parliamentary report warns that the United Kingdom needs to rethink its long-standing strategic reliance on the United States for defense. Read more:

Hundreds of students walked out of Central Catholic high school in response to a racist incident, Trump once again finds himself at the center of an assassination attempt, and a bad weekend for the Blazers as they attempt to stay in the playoffs. Read all about it in GOOD MORNING, NEWS!

Pakistan opens new transit routes to facilitate Iran trade - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/pakistan-opens-new-transit-routes-facilitate-iran-trade

Bahrain revokes citizenship of 69 people in connection with Iran war - https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/bahrain-revokes-citizenship-69-people-connection-iran-war

White House says US will not negotiate with Iran through the media - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/white-house-says-us-will-not-negotiate-iran-through-media

Rubio rejects Iranian proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz - https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/rubio-rejects-iran-proposal-reopen-hormuz-strait-under-conditions

Residents have packed the Box Elder County Commission meeting this morning, many of them holding signs in protest of the proposed "hyperscale" data center campus that backers say will consume more than double the entire state of Utah's energy usage. (Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune)