United States

The Iranians are trying to exert control over the Strait of Hormuz

Contract closings fell 2.4% to an annualised rate of 4.09 million last month

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez has played down the rift

Data suggests Americans are beginning to pay down some debt

Market reaction to the release of the minutes was muted

Trump, however, said he did not expect a return to full-fledged war

CSRC says it would pay close attention and ‘carry out the relevant work’ in line with circumstances

The trial is due to start in August

The US has required quarterly reports since 1970