LATEST IRAN HEADLINES, ALL NIGHT.

Iran’s internet blackout stretched to 49 days, with connectivity holding at about 2% of normal levels and only limited access to some services, NetBlocks said.

US President Donald Trump said he was not sure the ceasefire with Iran needs to be extended, adding that the next round of talks with Tehran could take place over the weekend.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said US President Donald Trump is determined to continue the naval blockade on Iran and efforts to dismantle what remains of its nuclear capabilities.

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Israel and Lebanon had agreed to formally begin a 10-day ceasefire at 5 p.m. EST.

The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine said on Thursday that US forces turned back 13 ships under the Iran blockade, which applies to all vessels heading to or from Iranian ports.

European countries could help clear mines and escort ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with allies set to discuss efforts to restore navigation, French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin said on Friday.

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