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Feature | Iran

April 9th, 2026

War in Iran: Who stands to gain from the conflict and the demands that could derail negotiations

The war being waged by the US and Israel against Iran has already begun to reshape the regional order.

By Shams Ul Haq

Ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz on April 8.

Feature | Iran

April 9th, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: How Europe plans to respond to an Iranian toll

The Strait of Hormuz is not yet open. International partners are preparing initiatives to get ships out of the Persian Gulf – preferably without having to pay the expensive toll.

By Lisa-Martina Klein

Feature | Iran

April 9th, 2026

Iran ceasefire: Airlines remain concerned about fuel supplies

Even after the announcement of a ceasefire in the Middle East, major airlines are still reluctant to speak of a return to normalcy. Aviation fuel was a key topic at a meeting of the Oil Coordination Group. One current problem is the lack of clear data.

By Manuel Berkel

Daily life resumes in Tehran after ceasefire agreement

Talk of the Town | Diplomacy

April 8th, 2026

Iran: How Beijing is strengthening its role as peacemaker

The fact that Iran agreed to a temporary ceasefire is also, evidently, thanks to Beijing. But China’s motives were rooted in hard economic interests.

By Fabian Kretschmer

News | Iran

April 8th, 2026

Last-minute deal: US and Iran agree to a two-week ceasefire

The United States and Iran have agreed to a ceasefire, effective immediately. Further talks are due to take place in Islamabad on Friday.

By Lisa-Martina Klein

News | Iran

April 7th, 2026

Strait of Hormuz: China and Russia block UN resolution

China and Russia used their vetoes in the UN Security Council to block a resolution on safeguarding shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

By Amelie Richter

United States President Donald J Trump conducts a press conference in the James S Brady Press Briefing Room of the White House in Washington, DC, USA, on Monday April 6, 2026.

News | Middle East conflict

April 7th, 2026

Iran War: Ultimatum extended until Tuesday evening

Donald Trump has once again extended the deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. At the same time, he has escalated his threats, going so far as to say that Iran could be wiped out overnight.

By Marion Bergermann

Rekordpreise für Kraftstoff am Osterwochenende trotz Spritpreispaket - 06.04.26. Leuchtende Preisanzeige einer Tankstelle in Wachtberg-Berkum in der Nacht von Ostersonntag auf Ostermontag am Osterwochenende 2026. Trotz des seit Anfang April geltenden Spritpreispakets, nach dem Tankstellen ihre Kraftstoffpreise nur noch einmal täglich um 12 Uhr erhöhen dürfen, erreichen die Preise neue Höchstwerte. Diesel kostet 2,43 Euro pro Liter. Die Aufnahme dokumentiert die weiterhin hohe Preisentwicklung bei Kraftstoffen. Wachtberg Berkum Nordrhein-Westfalen Deutschland *** Record prices for fuel on Easter weekend despite fuel price package 06 04 26 Luminous price display at a petrol station in Wachtberg Berkum on the night from Easter Sunday to E Copyright: xMarcxJohnx

News | Energy

April 7th, 2026

Energy prices: EU finance ministers call for a windfall tax

Five EU finance ministers have called on the Commission to consider imposing a windfall profit tax on energy companies cashing in on high fuel prices.

By Almut Siefert

News | Energy

April 6th, 2026

Iran war: Xi Jinping pushes ahead with new energy policy

As the situation in Iran escalates, China and Russia are calling for a diplomatic solution. Both countries are also emphasizing their responsibility as permanent members of the UN Security Council amid a global debate over energy security.

By Amelie Richter

Feature | Military

April 6th, 2026

Pivot away from Asia: Iran war weakens US military presence

The war against Iran is forcing the United States to pull troops, ships and missile defense systems out of Asia. Beijing is benefiting from the fact that Trump is once again getting bogged down elsewhere.

By Andreas Landwehr