US naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz takes effect April 13, escalating US-Iran confrontation after Islamabad talks collapse; oil prices exceed $100/barrel.

Hungary's Orbán concedes election to Peter Magyar's Tisza party, which secures two-thirds majority and demands president resign within 30 days, marking historic political shift.

Russia-Ukraine Easter ceasefire expires after 32 hours with over 2,000 violations reported by each side, indicating continued high-intensity conflict.