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- US-Iran: Diplomatic push falters as Qatar steps back and Pakistan talks stall
Qatar declines to lead US-Iran talks
- S. Korea, France Forge Hormuz Security Deal
South Korea and France form Hormuz security pact, agree to deepen maritime cooperation
- The silent sadness of Holy Saturday prepares us to enter into the jubilation of Easter
Holy Saturday marks the day Jesus Christ lay in the tomb after his crucifixion.
- Putin issues ultimatum to Armenia over closer ties with EU
Putin issues ultimatum to Armenia over EU ties
- ON THIS DAY: A cult priest is knighted and a Catalan patriot is executed – two opposing tales shaped by fascist dictator Franco
Spanish priest knighted, Catalan patriot executed
- ‘Who doesn’t enjoy a good catfight story?’: Kallas shrugs off von der Leyen tensions
In a recent interview, EU High Representative Josep Borrell stated that there is no rivalry between him and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
- Russia conducts massive rolling aerial attacks on Ukraine
Russia launches rolling aerial attacks on Ukraine with drone barrages and missile strikes.
- Trump on Iran war: Israel will stop 'when I stop'
US President Donald Trump says the US has not begun bombing Iran, signaling a possible escalation of strikes.
- Britons enjoying a cracking Easter in Mallorca: prepare for border control delays
Britons face potential border control delays in Mallorca due to increased EES usage.
- Hegseth ousts US Army chief of staff
Pete Hegseth asks US Army chief of staff to step down, citing desire for someone to implement his and Trump's vision.
- Trump mocks Starmer as weak as UK pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces pressure to address economic woes
- ‘Stop sticking your nose in’: Spain hits back at Trump after US president orders probe into euthanasia death of paraplegic gang-rape victim
Spain criticizes US over probe into euthanasia case
- ‘Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants!’ Trump threatens Iran’s civilian infrastructure
Trump threatens Iran's civilian infrastructure
- French and South Korean leaders say they'll work together to reopen Strait of Hormuz
French and South Korean leaders agree to cooperate on Strait of Hormuz
- Myanmar coup leader Min Aung Hlaing elected president
Min Aung Hlaing elected as Myanmar's president after coup
- Cuba announces release of over 2,000 prisoners as a ‘humanitarian and sovereign gesture’
Cuba releases over 2,000 prisoners, Trump eases oil embargo talks
- Russia Escalates with Rolling Aerial Attacks
Russia launches rolling aerial attack on Ukraine with over 400 drones and 10 missiles
- Podcast: Everything you need to know about the Hungarian elections
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces election challenge
- The General Who Became President Without Letting Go of Power
Min Aung Hlaing elected president in Myanmar parliamentary vote
- Zelensky: Ukraine's Easter Ceasefire Proposal Still On The Table
Ukraine's Easter Ceasefire Proposal Still On The Table
- IDF nears completion of key phase in southern Lebanon operation
IDF nears completion of key phase in southern Lebanon operation
- Guilt and dishonor on a wild and remote island
Grazia Deledda's Nobel Prize in 1926 is a mystery due to the disconnect between her Sardinian perspective and the Swedish committee's selection of other winners.
- Seoul and Paris Align as Middle East War Reshapes Global Power
Seoul and Paris strengthen defence ties amid Middle East tensions
- Wartime scars at home: Ukraine confronts rising domestic abuse
Domestic abuse on the rise in Ukraine as soldiers bring wartime trauma home
- Trump Escalates Iran Strikes as Global Energy Lifeline Hangs in Balance
US-Iran conflict enters new phase, disrupting global energy flows
- Trump’s Iran Fury Pushes NATO to the Brink
NATO faces a serious crisis, its foundation of collective defense is being tested, tensions are not just coming from external threats like Russia or the war in Ukraine
- Moldovan parliament votes to leave CIS in final break with Russia-led bloc
Moldova votes to leave CIS
- Networks of Power: How Weaponized Interdependence Hurts Developing States
The United States expanded restrictions on advanced Chinese semi-conductors' exports to other foreign countries.
- Singapore PM Warns That Fallout From Mideast War Could Outlast Conflict
Singapore PM Warns of Global Economic Fallout
- Loyalty Was Not Enough: Why Pam Bondi Still Fell
Pam Bondi's loyalty to Trump was tested as she faced criticism for her handling of the Florida voter suppression case.
- IN PICS: Violent prisoner released in Malaga as part of centuries-old ritual as thousands hit the streets to celebrate Semana Santa
Spanish prisoner released as part of Semana Santa ritual
- Global Helium Supply Disrupted by Iran War
Global helium supply is disrupted due to attacks on Qatar's gas infrastructure.
- Nigel’s business bargain
Reform UK to stage first standalone business day at party conference
- Germany to create restitution council to return colonia-era acquired cultural artefacts
Germany establishes council to return colonial-era cultural artifacts and human remains.
- Trump's speech sends oil prices soaring
US oil prices surge after Trump's comments on Iran.
- Swift End to Iran War Appears Unlikely
Hopes for a swift end to the Iran war have faded
- The digital DNI is already a valid means of legal identification
The digital DNI is now a valid means of legal identification.
- Controversial Easter confessions: Maurizio Cattelan kicks off sinners hotline
Maurizio Cattelan creates 666 Easter-themed artworks to coincide with the Pope's anniversary
- Politics: No Good Way Out
Trump has multiple options to end the war with Iran, including diplomacy, military strikes, and negotiations with other countries. However, each option carries significant risks and uncertainties, including potential escalation, backlash from allies, and long-term consequences for US foreign policy. The US military has also proposed an air campaign to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities, but this option is seen as highly contentious and potentially destabilizing.
- UAE Prepares to Join US-Israeli Efforts Against Iran
UAE to join US-Israeli efforts against Iran
- Listen: Europe resists Trump’s pressure over Middle East conflict
European leaders resist Trump's pressure over Middle East conflict
- Russia Accuses Ukraine of Timing Oil Cutoff to Influence Hungary Elections
Russia accuses Ukraine of timing oil cutoff to influence Hungarian elections.
- Sweden to Commit USD916M to Defend Nuclear Plants from Drone Attacks
Sweden to deploy $916M to bolster nuclear plant defenses
- Ending War Without Deal Could Leave Iran Stronger and Gulf Vulnerable
Iran's military capability may be strengthened, Gulf countries may become increasingly vulnerable, US withdrawal has created a power vacuum in the region.
- Gulf countries consider new pipelines to avoid Strait of Hormuz — FT
Gulf countries explore pipeline projects to bypass Strait of Hormuz