A frontpage overview of the news from The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times for April 11.

These historical newspaper excerpts from April 2026 detail a period of intense global instability centered on a war between the United States and Iran. High-level negotiations led by Vice President JD Vance are set to begin in Pakistan, though a fragile cease-fire is already being tested by Iranian missile threats and maritime blockades in the Strait of Hormuz. This conflict has triggered a severe economic shock, driving American inflation to a two-year high as gasoline and jet fuel prices skyrocket. Domestic reports highlight President Trump’s controversial "Triumphal Arch" project in Washington and his widespread use of presidential pardons. Amidst these crises, the sources also note the successful return of the Artemis II crew from the moon and various local stories, such as a struggling cannabis market in Colorado and political scandals in California. Together, these reports paint a portrait of a nation navigating military engagement, economic distress, and significant cultural shifts.