【美军以违反对伊封锁为由在阿拉伯海拦查一艘商船】美军中央司令部28日在社交媒体发布消息说，美军当天在阿拉伯海登船检查一艘其怀疑违反美国对伊朗港口封锁的商船，在确认这艘船不前往伊朗后予以放行。中央司令部称，怀疑这艘名为“蓝星3”号的商船企图驶往伊朗，美军第31海军陆战队远征队士兵登船进行搜查，确认其航程不包含停靠伊朗港口后，予以放行。船舶追踪网站显示，“蓝星3”号是一艘悬挂科摩罗旗帜的集装箱船。

U.S. intelligence agencies are assessing how Iran would react if Donald Trump declares a unilateral victory in the ongoing war, according to officials. Early assessments suggest Tehran may view a U.S. drawdown as a win, while a continued troop presence could be seen as a negotiating tactic. Officials say large-scale escalation, such as a ground invasion, is now less likely, though military options remain. The conflict has become a domestic political burden, with polling showing low public support. Ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt oil flows and sustain pressure on energy prices.

US consumer confidence rose to 92.8 in April from 92.2, beating expectations of 89, with improved six-month outlook offsetting weaker current conditions. The rise may reflect labor market stabilization and a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, despite cost and geopolitical concerns. Hiring rebounded and layoffs remain limited. Still, confidence is subdued; job fears persist, though expectations for employment and income improved.