THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 122 • Updated Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 08:32 AM UTC

US warns shipping firms of sanctions for paying Iranian tolls in Strait of Hormuz

The United States is warning shipping companies that they could face sanctions if they pay Iran to safely pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

Sources: AP News


US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany within a year

The US will withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in the next 6-12 months, fulfilling Trump's threat.

Sources: AP News


White House considers Iran war 'terminated' despite US forces in region

The White House tells Congress it considers the Iran war 'terminated' despite the presence of US armed forces in the region.

Sources: AP News


Israel strikes in southern Lebanon kill 10; Hezbollah drone wounds Israeli soldiers

Israel strikes in southern Lebanon kill 10 people as a Hezbollah drone wounds 2 Israeli soldiers.

Sources: AP News


Federal appeals court restricts abortion access by blocking mailing of mifepristone

A federal appeals court has restricted access to one of the most common means of abortion in the U.S. by blocking the mailing of mifepristone.

Sources: AP News


Trump places 25% tariff on EU autos, accusing bloc of not complying with trade deal

Trump says he'll place 25% tariff on autos from the EU, accusing it of not complying with a trade deal.

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court hollows out landmark Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court hollows out a landmark law that had protected minority voting rights for 6 decades.

Sources: AP News


Spirit Airlines goes out of business after 34 years

Spirit Airlines says it's going out of business after 34 years and is ending operations immediately.

Sources: AP News


Taylor Swift files trademark applications to curb AI threats

Taylor Swift files 3 new trademark applications; one expert says it is to curb AI threats.

Sources: AP News


Iran's monthslong internet shutdown crushes businesses in battered economy

Iran's monthslong internet shutdown is crushing businesses in an already battered economy.

Sources: AP News