Good day, it's Wednesday, May 1st, 2026.
I'm Alice Beth, and this is your latest NEWS UPDATE from Global
News Daily. Iran has rejected claims by U.S.
President Donald Trump that it has requested a ceasefire,
calling the assertion false and baseless, according to Iranian
state media. Earlier, Trump said on social
media that Iran's new regime president had reached out,
though he did not clarify who he was referring to. the US
president also set out conditions for any potential
ceasefire, saying it would only be considered when the Strait of
Hormuz is open, free and clear. Until then, he warned the US
would continue its military campaign, using stark language
to describe ongoing operations. In a further development, Trump
also said he is considering withdrawing the United States
from NATO. Those such a move would face
legal hurdles following legislation passed in 2023
limiting a president's ability to exit the alliance without
congressional approval. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts
are underway in Europe. In London, Prime Minister Keir
Starmer says the UK will host a meeting with dozens of countries
this week focused on the growing crisis around the Strait of
Hormuz. For our deep dive and analysis,
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