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According to ABC News: The U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations said that U.S. Vice President Vance will lead the U.S. delegation to hold talks with Iran in Pakistan.

A fire in the Russian Black Sea port of Tuapse has been extinguished, the local government said.

Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Bagaei: The US blockade of Iranian ports and coastlines is a violation of the ceasefire and is illegal.

US President Trump: If Iran does not accept (the deal), the United States will destroy every power plant and every bridge in Iran. You're welcome no more.

US President Trump: We offered a very fair and reasonable deal, and I hope they (Iran) will accept it.

US President Trump: My delegation will go to Islamabad, Pakistan, where they will negotiate tomorrow night.

According to AFP: US security teams are preparing in Islamabad for talks between the United States and Iran.

South Korea's Treasury Department: U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent welcomed South Korea's efforts to implement the trade agreement.

South Korea's Ministry of Finance: The South Korean and U.S. Treasury ministers will continue to negotiate on foreign exchange markets. The Treasury secretaries of South Korea and the United States agreed that excessive volatility in the Korean won is detrimental.

SDIC Silver LOF: Trading will be suspended from the opening of the market on April 20, 2026 until 10:30 on that day. Trading will resume at 10:30 on April 20, 2026. During the suspension period, the redemption business will be handled as usual.

The Indian Defense Minister will visit Germany this week.

Belarusian President Lukashenko: A meeting with US President Trump is possible once the "Grand Deal" is ready.

Iranian President Pezhiziyan: There is no reason for US President Trump to deprive Iran of its nuclear rights.

Ukrainian President Zelensky: This week alone, Russia has launched more than 2,360 attack drones, more than 1,320 guided air bombs and nearly 60 missiles of various types against our cities and communities.

Ukrainian military: Hits a drone manufacturing plant in Taganrog, Russia.

Market News: US President Trump discussed the situation in the Strait of Hormuz and the details of the agreement with Iran with Pakistan Army Chief of Staff Munir.

Market News: Trump’s call with the Chief of Staff of the Army in Pakistan took place in the presence of a number of officials, including US Vice President Vance and US Secretary of State Rubio.

French payments network CB is seeking to spearhead a fight against US giants Visa and Mastercard after European officials worried the groups' monopoly could be used against the EU.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister: We exchanged information with the United States, but the United States insisted on making excessive demands.

BP: Three people were injured in an incident at BP's Cherry Point refinery on the morning of Saturday, April 18.