ISLAMABAD (AP) — The standoff between the United States and Iran deepened Tuesday as the U.S. declared it had blockaded Iran’s ports, Tehran threatened to strike targets across the region, and Pakistan said it was racing to bring the sides together for more talks.

6 ships turned around as part of Strait of Hormuz blockade

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – No ships have made it past a US naval blockade of Iran’s ports and coastal areas, and six merchant ships have followed orders to turn back, the U.S. ‌military said on Tuesday, providing the first details on a day-old effort ordered by President Donald Trump after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran broke down.

FM highlights global reform needs at G24 meeting

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aati took part in the meeting of the Group of 24 (G24) Ministers and Governors on Tuesday during his visit to Washington for the World Bank and IMF Spring Meetings. Abdel-Aati attended in his capacity as Egypt’s Governor at the World Bank.

Egypt, Russia discuss Dabaa nuclear project, eye wider cooperation

Egypt and Russia reaffirmed their strategic partnership as Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli met with Alexey Likhachev, Director General of Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom, to review progress on the Dabaa nuclear power plant and explore new areas of cooperation.

Egypt, Italy explore partnership in development, renewable energy

Italy’s Development Cooperation Agency and Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation during a meeting held on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington .

Zverev wins tight Munich opener

MUNICH — Alexander Zverev fought to a 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (7/2) win over Serbia’s Miomir Kecmanovic in the first round of the ATP event in Munich on Tuesday.