Iran said on Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz is again closed to traffic following threats of such action if the U.S. continued its blockade of the shipping channel. Why it matters: The closure could be a setback to efforts toward a new round of negotiations on a deal to end the war and will add pressure to an already tense situation between Iran and the U.S. The latest: Fars, Iran's semi-official state news agency, first reported the closure, citing the ongoing blockade and quoting an Iranian official as saying that the U.S. "continue to engage in banditry and maritime piracy." - "As long as the United States does not agree to the complete freedom of navigation for vessels .... the situation in the Strait of Hormuz will remain…
PULSE POINTSWHAT HAPPENED: Russia has responded strongly to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s remarks about “taking” Cuba, condemning U.S. interference.WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, Russia’s foreign ministry, and Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel.WHEN & WHERE: Statements were made in March 2026, with tensions centered on Cuba and its relations with the U.S. and Russia.KEY QUOTE: “I […] The post Russia Warns Against Trump’s Plans to ‘Take’ Cuba. appeared first on The National Pulse .
PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Russia has responded strongly to U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s remarks about “taking” Cuba, condemning U.S. interference. WHO WAS INVOLVED: President Trump, Russia’s foreign ministry, and Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel. WHEN & WHERE: Statements were made in March 2026, with tensions centered on Cuba and its relations with the U.S. and Russia. KEY QUOTE: “I do believe I’ll be having the honor of taking Cuba. That’s a big honor… Taking Cuba in some form.” – Donald Trump. IMPACT: Russia reaffirmed its support for Cuba, condemning U.S. sanctions and interference, while the island faces worsening economic conditions and protests . IN FULL Long-time Cuban ally Russia is condemning U.S.…Open