‘A stress test’: US-Germany rift widens as Iran war drags on
German official says US-Europe relationship is being tested as opposition MP says Berlin is ‘not neutral’

German official says US-Europe relationship is being tested as opposition MP says Berlin is ‘not neutral’







A US Central Command spokesperson says the mission to secure a safe passage of ships in the blocked waterway has begun.
Neither the US nor Iran are willing to compromise on the Strait of Hormuz, increasing the chance of miscalculation.
Iran says the country’s forces ‘have not carried out any missile or drone operations against the UAE in recent days’.
Authorities target accused foreign agents, citing national security, as executions and confiscation of assets intensify.
If confirmed, it would be Iran’s first attack on the UAE since the US-Iran ceasefire took effect on April 8.
Trump aide says the US has established a security ‘dome’ for ships over Hormuz, but traffic in strait remains stalled.
The vital passageway is key for Tehran as it seeks to leverage in negotiations with Washington.
Videos from tournament kit reveal photo shoot and images from training sessions highlighting Team Melli’s preparations.
Experts say claims and counterclaims threaten the diplomatic route to end the US-Israel war on Iran.

Central banks hold rates steady as energy shock tests inflation fight.