US-Iran Conflict
Trump says U.S. will extend ceasefire with Iran at Pakistan’s request, keeping naval blockade in place
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President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States will extend its ceasefire with Iran at the request of Pakistan’s leaders, even as U.S. forces continue a naval blockade of Iranian ports. Trump did not specify a new end date for the truce, which had been expected to expire within hours based on previously reported timelines.
During a Saturday broadcast of 'The Weekend: Primetime' on MS NOW, formerly MSNBC, co-host Antonia Hylton criticized the language used by President Donald Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to describe Iran and its proxies. Hylton described the rhetoric as arrogant and racist, accusing it of portraying Iranians as savages and subhuman. The segment highlighted concerns over messaging amid ongoing U.S. military action against the Iranian regime.
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The US-Iran conflict has driven up oil prices in the Philippines, prompting calls to suspend excise taxes and regulate prices. Economists warn of drawbacks, including lost revenue and unequal benefits. Targeted aid for the vulnerable is seen as more effective.
FIFA has stated it is monitoring developments following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, emphasizing a focus on ensuring all teams participate safely in the 2026 World Cup. Iran, drawn in Group G, faces potential visa and travel barriers amid escalating tensions. The Iranian Football Federation president indicated participation is now unlikely.