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Israel-Iran conflict
Dozens arrested as protesters demand US blocks sale of bombs to Israel
Led by anti-war group Jewish Voice for Peace, demonstrators attempted a sit-in at the Manhattan office of top Democrat Chuck Schumer.
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Pakistan has the world’s attention. Now it must focus inwards
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Israel-Iran conflict
Hezbollah leader asks Lebanon to cancel meeting with Israel in Washington
14 Apr 2026 - 3:34AM
Ukraine war
‘Failing to help’: Ex-UK PM Boris Johnson criticises ‘timidity’ over Ukraine
Johnson’s three-day trip to Ukraine is the subject of a feature-length documentary called ‘Into The Kill Zone’.
14 Apr 2026 - 2:37AM
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US begins blockade of Iranian ports amid fragile ceasefire
Trump says Beijing ‘would like to see this ended’ as the US moves to stop vessels transiting to and from Iranian ports.
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2026 Trump-Xi summit
Could Trump’s Hormuz blockade derail China summit with Xi Jinping?
US president’s move forces China into political dilemma and could create a flashpoint ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader, analysts say.
14 Apr 2026 - 1:05AM
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South Korean president’s Holocaust remarks spark Israel outcry
Lee Jae Myung’s comparing military action against Palestinians to the Holocaust comes as Israel remembers the 6 million Jews killed by Nazis.
13 Apr 2026 - 8:39PM
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China says open Hormuz key to global interests as Trump blockade looms
Beijing’s foreign ministry denies that China plans to provide weapons and military tech to Iran.
13 Apr 2026 - 9:44PM
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Trump’s Hormuz blockade may target China along with Iran
The US plans to stop Iranian oil exports, which mainly go to China, after peace talks failed to produce a deal.
13 Apr 2026 - 5:06PM
Donald Trump
‘Someone must stand for a better way’: Pope speaks out after Trump’s attack
After the US president shatters norms with a direct hit on the pontiff, Leo says he will continue to speak out ‘loudly’ and promote peace.
14 Apr 2026 - 2:51AM
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Africa
At least 200 feared dead after Nigerian air strike hits busy village market
Nigerian Air Force launches investigation into civilian casualties at Jilli Market as it targeted jihadists.
13 Apr 2026 - 3:19PM
Ukraine war
Easter truce between Ukraine and Russia ends after thousands of violations
A brief 32-hour lull in the war is shattered as Kyiv and Moscow trade accusations of drone strikes, artillery and tank fire.
13 Apr 2026 - 1:50PM
Middle East
Israel’s Netanyahu says ‘war continues’ during visit to southern Lebanon
Lebanon’s PM says he’s working to get Israeli troops out as Hezbollah militants fight back.
13 Apr 2026 - 2:14PM
Americas and the Caribbean
Cuba’s president warns US against attacking island or trying to depose him
Miguel Diaz-Canel said an invasion of Cuba would be costly and affect regional security but should it happen, Cubans would defend themselves.
13 Apr 2026 - 2:11AM
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Middle East
Israeli bombardment kills infant in Lebanon during father’s funeral
The air strike took place on Wednesday amid hopes that the US-Iran ceasefire would apply to Lebanon, as Israeli strikes killed more than 350.
12 Apr 2026 - 9:41PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
‘Blown to hell’: Trump announces US blockade of Strait of Hormuz
The US plans to block ‘all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports’ starting on Monday.
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Israel-Gaza war
Sumud aid flotilla departs Spain for Gaza to break Israeli blockade
The Israeli military halted 40 boats assembled by the same organisation in October last year, arresting more than 450 activists including Greta Thunberg.
12 Apr 2026 - 6:40PM
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Malaysia
Minister warns Malaysia will enter ‘critical period’ for fuel supply by June
Economy Minister Akmal Nasrullah said the government was exploring alternative materials amid global shortages and rising costs.
12 Apr 2026 - 2:40PM
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The Philippines
‘We let the soup get cold’: Filipino street food in a stew over LPG price shock
Manila’s street food stalls forced to raise prices and serve colder meals as they grapple with soaring fuel costs.
12 Apr 2026 - 1:25PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Pope Leo slams ‘delusion of omnipotence’ stoking US-Israeli war on Iran
The pontiff urged prayer and peace talks, rejecting religious justifications for violence.
12 Apr 2026 - 11:25AM
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US-Venezuela conflict
‘Eager to explore’: Chinese migrants return to Venezuela after Maduro’s capture
A large chunk of Venezuela’s Chinese community fled overseas during Maduro’s rule. Now, many are returning as they see ‘new opportunities’.
12 Apr 2026 - 10:08AM
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‘We have no trust in the other side’: Iran blames US as talks end with no deal
Tehran’s lead negotiator hits out at Washington after Islamabad talks, while Vance says sticking point was lack of nuclear commitments.
13 Apr 2026 - 4:45AM
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India
Fish and vegetarianism major flashpoints in India’s West Bengal election
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party has promoted dietary restrictions as part of its Hindu nationalist agenda.
11 Apr 2026 - 10:55PM
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Ukraine war
Russia and Ukraine begin 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter
Kyiv says it will reciprocate the Kremlin-ordered truce from Saturday afternoon until the end of Sunday.
11 Apr 2026 - 9:25PM
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European Union
Israeli spy firm Black Cube involved in Cyprus corruption probe
Black Cube came to prominence in 2017 for its operations aimed at discrediting women who accused Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault.
11 Apr 2026 - 9:03PM
Banking & finance
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Can World Bank and IMF leaders rescue a global economy on the brink?
By attacking Iran, the US has put the global economic order in jeopardy.
11 Apr 2026 - 4:30PM
US, Israel war on Iran
How the Gulf conflict recast risks for Asian investors in Dubai
Asian firms that use Dubai as a launch pad into the Middle East are weighing new threats to liquidity, logistics and confidence.
13 Apr 2026 - 10:16AM
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China trade
‘Cancelling orders’ in China: Hormuz oil crisis hits transport and manufacturing
Analysts and industry insiders say higher costs are squeezing margins, with some of China’s wary industrial heartland compelled to make day-to-day purchases.
11 Apr 2026 - 1:00PM
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