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Iran remains defiant after U.S. launches new effort to reopen Strait of Hormuz
May 5, 2026
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In Douglas Stuart's new novel, an unbridgeable gap between father and son
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U.S. and Iran truce tested over the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to reignite conflict
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| 5/5/26 |  Iran remains defiant after U.S. launches new effort to reopen Strait of Hormuz | Top U.S. officials said Tuesday that the ceasefire with Iran has not ended, despite exchanges of fire in the Strait of Hormuz. Both Rubio and Hegseth said the U.S. was in a new phase of operations designed to ensure safe passage for commercial vessels stuck in the Persian Gulf. But so far, very few ships appear to want to run the Iranian gauntlet in the strait. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 5/5/26 | Families in Lebanon still search rubble for loved ones killed in a day of Israeli strikes | Tomorrow marks four weeks since the day known as "Black Wednesday" in Lebanon. The Israeli military, claiming to be targeting Hezbollah militants, unleashed an unprecedented aerial campaign on April 8 that killed more than 350 people in a matter of minutes. Special correspondent Simon Foltyn reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 5/5/26 | In Douglas Stuart's new novel, an unbridgeable gap between father and son | Douglas Stuart won the coveted Booker Prize in 2020 for his debut novel, "Shuggie Bain," about a boy in 1980s working-class Glasgow caring for his mother as she struggled with alcoholism. Geoff Bennett spoke to Stuart about his latest book, "John of John," which follows a young man as he returns to his home in the islands off the coast of Scotland. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | U.S. and Iran truce tested over the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to reignite conflict | The tenuous truce between the U.S. and Iran was tested Monday, as American ships clearing a lane in the Strait of Hormuz came under fire and sank Iranian boats. Iran also fired drones and missiles at a key oil terminal in the United Arab Emirates, spooking markets and raising concerns that war could resume. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 | Analyzing the U.S. effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions | The U.S. military remains poised to resume the war as tensions rose on Monday with President Trump threatening that if Iran fires on U.S. vessels, "they will be blown off the face of the earth." Ian Ralby, president of Auxilium Worldwide, and Ret. Admiral Andrew Loiselle, who has extensive experience in the Navy and operating ships and aircraft in the Middle East, join Nick Schifrin for perspective. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 5/1/26 | Trump rejects Iran's latest proposal as he reviews new military options to relaunch war | It has been 60 days since the Iran war began, which means Friday is a legal deadline for the Trump administration to seek congressional authorization. But the White House informed Congress that it didn't need approval because the war had been "terminated" during the current ceasefire. Nick Schifrin joins Amna Nawaz with the latest developments. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 5/1/26 | News Wrap: Trump announces 25% tariffs on cars and trucks from the EU | In our news wrap Friday, Trump says he's raising tariffs next week on cars and trucks from the EU, the Pentagon says it has made deals with seven major tech companies to use their AI tools, a former Miami congressman with ties to Rubio was convicted of secretly lobbying for Venezuela, and events have been taking place around the world to mark May Day, also known as International Workers' Day. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 5/1/26 | Palestinian and Israeli writers reflect on bridging divides in 'The Future is Peace' | The Oct. 7 terrorist attack in Israel, and the war in Gaza that followed, have left countless families grappling with profound loss. Two men, one Israeli, the other Palestinian, tell the story of their unexpected journey toward understanding and reconciliation in a new book, "The Future is Peace." Ali Rogin speaks with them to learn more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | Oil prices surge again as Trump weighs options to end Iran war and Hegseth faces lawmakers | On Thursday, the top U.S. commander in the Middle East briefed Trump on potential military options and the ongoing blockade of the Persian Gulf while talks to end the war with Iran remain at a standstill. Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Hegseth faced more grilling from lawmakers as the price of oil surges and a key deadline for congressional wartime authorization approaches. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | Germany builds up its military to prepare for a potential future without U.S. support | Despite Trump's repeated threats to withdraw the United States from NATO, Germany's top military officer claims relations with American military leaders are as strong as ever, but he also says that the threat from Russia means Germany's push to strengthen its own armed forces is a race against time. Special correspondent Malcolm Brabant reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
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| 4/29/26 | Hegseth's contentious hearing in Congress reveals partisan divide over Iran war | For the first time since the U.S. went to war with Iran, Defense Secretary Hegseth faced sharp questions on Wednesday from Congress. During the hearing, the Pentagon revealed that the war so far has cost $25 billion. The fighting is on hold, but the military maintains its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/29/26 | What it takes to create the perfect pitch for the World Cup | As the FIFA World Cup approaches this summer, what does it take to create the perfect pitch — or field — for soccer's biggest stage? Economics correspondent Paul Solman heads to Tennessee and puts his body on the line to find out. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/28/26 | How the UAE's departure from OPEC could impact oil markets | There seems to be little movement on the resumption of talks between the U.S. and Iran. There is also almost no movement through the Strait of Hormuz, the vital bottleneck that's essentially cut off 20% of the world's oil and gas supply. Tuesday, the UAE announced it will leave OPEC, the cartel that has largely controlled oil supplies for decades. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Karen Young. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/28/26 | King Charles calls for unity in rare royal address to Congress | The king and queen of England were received with high diplomatic fanfare at the White House on day two of the royal visit. King Charles became just the second monarch to address Congress. He delivered a message of unity and peace during a time of tense relations. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | U.S.-Iran talks at impasse over nuclear program and Strait of Hormuz | The U.S. said it's discussing a new Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but pause all negotiations over Iran's nuclear program. Meanwhile, Lebanon marked the deadliest day since the fraying ceasefire in that country went into effect as Israeli attacks killed more than a dozen in the south. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | News Wrap: King Charles arrives in Washington for state visit | In our news wrap Monday, King Charles arrived at the White House as he kicked off a state visit marking the 250th anniversary of America's independence from Britain, the fight over redistricting gained steam with Florida Gov. DeSantis unveiling a map that could help Republicans and United Airlines is dropping its pursuit of American Airlines for a possible merger. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/27/26 | A look at health concerns as Roundup case reaches Supreme Court | The Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could reshape a years-long legal fight over Roundup, the most widely used weedkiller. The chemical has been a critical tool for industrial agriculture across the world, but thousands of lawsuits allege a key ingredient is linked to cancer. Justice correspondent Ali Rogin discussed the debate with Helena Bottemiller Evich of the Food Fix newsletter. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | Will Congress push back as Trump tests presidential power? | President Trump is not the first to push the boundaries of his power as commander in chief. The law on war powers gives presidents 60 days to conduct military operations without congressional approval. That timeframe for Iran is about to end. Will Congress assert power and push back? Guest moderator Lisa Desjardins discusses that with former Sen. Ben Cardin and former Rep. Connie Mack IV. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | U.S., Iranian delegations head to Pakistan, renewing hopes for diplomatic end to war | An American delegation is headed to Pakistan to continue talks geared toward ending the two-month war with Iran. One of the focal points of any discussion will be the Strait of Hormuz, where vital maritime traffic remains largely frozen. While Iran's foreign minister is already in the Pakistani capital, his spokesman said there is no meeting planned with the Americans. Stephanie Sy reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | Southern Lebanon weighs losses from Israeli strikes as ceasefire hangs by a thread | During a meeting in the Oval Office on Thursday, Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend their ceasefire by three weeks. But on the ground, the truce has been unravelling, with multiple violations by both Israel and Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group. Special correspondent Simona Foltyn reports from southern Lebanon. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/24/26 | Inside Chornobyl, 40 years after the world's worst nuclear disaster | Forty years ago, the world's worst nuclear power disaster exploded into history at the Soviet Union's Chornobyl nuclear plant in what is now Ukraine. The ensuing cover-up and clean-up operation made Chornobyl a byword for dereliction and mismanagement. Special correspondent Simon Ostrovsky and cinematographer Amanda Bailly report from the Chornobyl exclusion zone. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | Trump in no rush to set deadline on Iran ceasefire extension | Two days after President Trump extended his two-week ceasefire with Iran, the prospect of talks is giving way to more tensions and brinksmanship from both sides. Iran released video of forces taking control of two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, and President Trump wrote that he ordered the Navy to "shoot and kill any boat" that threatens the strait by laying mines. Stephanie Sy reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | Israel's UN ambassador says IDF is 'most moral military in the world' | Officials from Israel and Lebanon met in Washington to build on last week's agreement for a 10-day ceasefire. Both sides pledged to halt offensive operations, while Lebanon committed to taking meaningful steps to prevent Hezbollah from launching attacks on Israel. Geoff Bennett spoke with Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | 'America First' aid policy reshapes how U.S. delivers global health assistance | Since the dismantling of USAID, the Trump administration has been revamping aid policies, focusing on smaller deals with recipient governments. Countries receiving American aid will be required to finance part, and eventually, the entire program. Fred de Sam Lazaro reports from Kenya and Uganda, two nations that have signed agreements under the new America First Global Health Strategy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | Iran targets ships in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. talks remain uncertain | Iranian forces attacked and seized at least two ships in the contested Strait of Hormuz as a standoff over when or whether to return to negotiations continued. The Trump administration said it did not consider the attacks violations of a ceasefire that President Trump extended on Tuesday. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy | — | ||||||
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