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QUOTES-Major reaction to news of Iran ceasefire
April 8 (Reuters) - The U.S. and Iran have confirmed a two-week ceasefire following mediation by Pakistan.U.S. President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire less than two hours before his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face devastating attacks on its civilian infrastructure. Tr...Reuters
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Japan PM asks Iranian president in call to ensure vessel safety in Hormuz strait
TOKYO, April 8 (Reuters) - Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday said she had asked Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian in a telephone call to ensure the safety of vessels sailing through the Strait of Hormuz.In the 25-minute call Takaichi said she also welcomed the ceasefire agr...Reuters
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Norway ships not yet ready to resume Hormuz transit, industry group says
April 8 (Reuters) - The two-week ceasefire agreed between the United States and Iran has not yet brought enough clarity for Norwegian ships to resume sailings through the Strait of Hormuz, the Norwegian Shipowners' Association (NSA) said on Wednesday.The industry group, representing 130 companie...Reuters
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ANALYSIS-How the math works on a $1.75 trillion SpaceX valuation
SpaceX would be sixth-largest US-listed firm at IPO valuationStarlink underpins majority of SpaceX's revenueDebate centers on which publicly traded firms are truly comparable, if anyBy Medha Singh, Echo Wang and Noel Randewich April 8 (Reuters) - Elon Musk’s SpaceX is seeking a $1.75 trillion...Reuters
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Pope Leo praises Iran war ceasefire after criticizing Trump threat
VATICAN CITY, April 8 (Reuters) - Pope Leo said on Wednesday that he welcomed the announcement of a two-week ceasefire in the Iran war with "great satisfaction".The pope, who has emerged as an outspoken critic of the conflict in recent weeks, had said on Tuesday that U.S. President Donald T...Reuters
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Indian billionaire Gautam Adani to seek dismissal of US SEC fraud case by April 30
April 8 (Reuters) - Adani Green Energy ADNA.NS on Wednesday said group chair Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani plan to seek dismissal of a civil suit stemming from an alleged bribery scheme filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in a New York court by April 30.The company said th...Reuters
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Zelenskiy, welcoming Iran de-escalation, says Ukraine ready for ceasefire with Russia
KYIV, April 8 (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he welcomed the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, adding that Kyiv was ready to "respond in kind" if Moscow ceased strikes."Ukraine has always called for a ceasefire in the war waged by Russia here in ...Reuters
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Hapag-Lloyd CEO: Don't expect trade ripple effects, provided Middle East remains stable
FRANKFURT, April 8 (Reuters) - Hapag-Lloyd does not expect ripple effects on trade in other regions for now, provided the situation in the Middle East remains stable, said CEO Ralf Habben Jansen on Wednesday.Reuters
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Greece to ban social media for under-15s from 2027, PM says
April 8 (Reuters) - Greece will ban access to social media for children under the age of 15 from January 1, 2027, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday, citing rising anxiety, sleep problems and the addictive design of online platforms.In a video message addressed to young people, Mit...Reuters
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IAEA says it stands ready to support US-Iran peace effort
VIENNA, April 8 (Reuters) - The U.N. atomic watchdog welcomes the ceasefire agreed overnight between the United States and Iran and stands ready to support efforts to find a lasting solution covering Tehran's nuclear programme, Director General Rafael Grossi said on Wednesday."IAEA DG Grossi...Reuters
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Trump says he believes China got Iran to negotiate, AFP reports
WASHINGTON, April 7 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump told AFP on Thursday that he believes China got Iran to negotiate a ceasefire in the war against Israel and the United States.The Chinese foreign ministry said on Wednesday that it welcomed the ceasefire, adding that China had made its own ...Reuters
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Hapag-Lloyd estimates extra weekly costs from Iran crisis at $50 mln–60 mln
FRANKFURT, April 8 (Reuters) - Hapag-Lloyd CEO Rolf Habben Jansen on Wednesday estimated the additional costs from the Middle East crisis at $50 million to $60 million a week and warned that the German company will have to pass on some of that cost to its customers. He added in a call with customers...Reuters
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Indian billionaire Gautam Adani to seek dismissal of US SEC fraud case by April 30
April 8 (Reuters) - Adani Green Energy ADNA.NS on Wednesday said Gautam Adani and his nephew Sagar Adani plan to seek dismissal of a civil suit filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in a New York court by April 30, citing lack of jurisdiction.Reuters
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Adani Green Energy Says Defendants Intend To Move To Dismiss The SEC'S Complaint By April 30, 2026
April 8 (Reuters) - Adani Green Energy Ltd ADNA.NS:NO CHARGES OF BRIBERY OR CORRUPTION AGAINST DEFENDANTSDEFENDANTS HAVE SET OUT GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL OF SEC'S COMPLAINT, INCLUDING THAT COURT LACKS PERSONAL JURISDICTION OVER DEFENDANTSDEFENDANTS INTEND TO MOVE TO DISMISS THE SEC'S COMPLAINT ...Reuters
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U.S. RESEARCH ROUNDUP-3M, CME Group, Transdigm Group
April 8 (Reuters) - Wall Street securities analysts revised their ratings and price targets on several U.S.-listed companies, including 3M, CME Group and Transdigm Group, on Wednesday. HIGHLIGHTS3M Co MMM.N: RBC cuts target price to $125 from $136CME Group Inc CME.O: KBW resumes coverage with market...Reuters
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India welcomes U.S.-Iran ceasefire, wants open and free Strait of Hormuz
NEW DELHI, April 8 (Reuters) - India said on Wednesday it welcomed the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, and reiterated that de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy are essential to bring an early end to the conflict.The U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, reaching a dea...Reuters
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Turkey welcomes Iran war ceasefire, backs Islamabad talks
ANKARA, April 8 (Reuters) - Turkey welcomed a ceasefire in the Iran war and said it would support negotiations set to take place in Islamabad, the Turkish foreign ministry said on Wednesday.It stressed the need for the ceasefire to be fully implemented on the ground and said all parties must adhere ...Reuters
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China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping
Draft vetoed even though it had been greatly watered downVetoes follow Trump's warnings to IranEleven of the 15-member Security Council voted in favorRussians and Chinese say text was biasedChina says UNSC actions should not 'add fuel to fire'By David Brunnstrom April 7 (Reuters) - Ch...Reuters
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Greece to ban social media for under-15s from 2027, PM says
April 8 (Reuters) - Greece will ban access to social media for children under the age of 15 from January 1, 2027, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Wednesday, citing rising anxiety, sleep problems and the addictive design of online platforms.Reuters
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EU welcomes US-Iran ceasefire, urges efforts to create lasting agreement
BRUSSELS, April 8 (Reuters) - EU leaders on Wednesday welcomed the two-week ceasefire agreed by the United States and Iran."I welcome the two-week ceasefire the US and Iran agreed last night. It brings much needed de-escalation", European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on soc...Reuters
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