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Iran declares Strait of Hormuz completely open to commercial traffic during Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

Iran on Friday declared the Strait of Hormuz completely open to commercial traffic during the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. “In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of ceasefire,” Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said in a social media post. However, vessels must transit through a “coordinated route” announced by Iran’s maritime authorities, Araghchi said.

Trump says blockade on Iran 'in full force' until deal is reached

U.S. ​President Donald Trump said ‌on Friday that the naval blockade on Iran will "remain ​in full force" until ​a deal with Tehran is ⁠struck. "The Strait of Hormuz ​is completely open and ready ​for business and full passage, but the naval blockade will ​remain in full force ​and effect as it pertains to ‌Iran, ⁠only, until such time as our transaction with Iran is 100% complete," he ​wrote on ​Truth ⁠Social in all caps.

House passes short-term spy powers extension in late-night vote after deal falls apart

The House OK'd a short-term renewal until April 30 of FISA, the controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies, after Republicans revolted, refusing President Trump's push for a longer extension.

New Jersey announces $150 public transit tickets for travel to World Cup games

A report in "The Athletic" says NJ Transit is considering charging more than $100 for round-trip tickets from New York Penn Station to MetLife Stadium for World Cup games.