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Argentina stages stunning comeback from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in World Cup Round of 16, advancing to quarterfinals.
Iran attacked a Qatari tanker using the Omani route in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating disputes over route control and tolls as negotiations pause during Khamenei's funeral.
Trump arrives in Ankara signaling willingness to sell F-35s to Turkey, facing bipartisan and Israeli opposition over security risks.
Cuba suffered its third nationwide blackout on July 6 when the grid collapsed, leaving 10 million without power and tens of thousands of surgeries canceled.
China conducted a rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific on July 6, 2026, sparking criticism from New Zealand and Australia over destabilization and treaty concerns.
Shell on Tuesday raised its second-quarter gas production forecast and said gas trading would be significantly stronger than in the previous quarter, helping offset disruptions linked to conflict in the Middle East.
Samsung stock falls 8-10% despite record Q2 profit guidance of 89.4 trillion won, as investors fear the windfall was already priced in.
Canada selected Germany's ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) over South Korea's Hanwha Ocean to build up to 12 submarines, with the decision marking a major setback for the Korean shipbuilder in Canada's 60 trillion won project to replace the Royal Canadian Navy's aging fleet.
NATO announced the joint procurement of up to 10 Saab GlobalEye surveillance aircraft to replace aging E-3 Sentry planes, replacing a planned Boeing purchase.
WHO-sponsored PARTNERS clinical trial enrolls first patient to test remdesivir and MBP134 for Bundibugyo Ebola, amid debate over Trump administration cuts to global health infrastructure.
Massive funeral procession for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei draws millions in Tehran amid calls for revenge and geopolitical messaging.
An underground church pastor was released from prison in China and arrived in the United States, less than two months after President Donald Trump publicly raised his case with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Trump and Putin held a nearly 90-minute phone call on July 4 in which Trump offered to help end the Ukraine war ahead of a NATO summit, with Russia calling it "businesslike and highly constructive."
Ukraine's military attacked St. Petersburg early July 4, striking oil infrastructure and military targets in nearby Kronstadt, marking a deepening of its long-range drone campaign against Russian energy infrastructure.
Trump's call to FIFA chief Infantino led to unprecedented reversal of Balogun's World Cup red card, sparking international outcry over presidential influence on sports governance.
Trump has shifted his focus from burden-sharing to what he calls allies' "loyalty" ahead of the NATO summit, complicating negotiations as European allies grapple with the new demand.
Iran officially began several days of public funeral ceremonies for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, with millions of people expected to attend across multiple locations in Iran and Iraq until July 9.
US-Iran peace talks pause during Khamenei's funeral (July 4-9) after claiming 'positive progress' on Strait of Hormuz and frozen assets, but nuclear denuclearization remains largely untouched.
Venezuela's official earthquake death toll rises to 2,645 amid claims government is undercounting actual casualties.
Iran began a dayslong funeral Saturday for the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, months after an airstrike killed him at the start of the war.
Israel's security cabinet approved 13 new West Bank settlements in Binyamin, sparking fierce Palestinian condemnation and international criticism over territorial fragmentation and two-state viability.
Chicken prices surge to $2.20 from 87 cents amid Iran war disruptions to global energy and fertilizer supplies.
World Cup Round of 32 concluded June 28-July 3 as historic first single-elimination round with 32 teams, producing surprising upsets and dramatic comebacks.
Iran and Oman have presented the U.S. with a proposal to administer the Strait of Hormuz that includes the joint collection of administrative fees by the two Middle East nations.
China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law came into effect on July 1, 2026, sparking international condemnation over forced assimilation and extraterritorial reach.
Trump criticized NATO members and Italian PM Meloni for not supporting efforts against Iran's nuclear threat, prompting Meloni's sharp rebuttal that she defends Italy's national interests.
The US and Iran electronically signed a memorandum of understanding on June 18 to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran says it will charge fees for services there, directly contradicting Secretary of State Marco Rubio's position that Iran is alone in pushing for tolls and that the straits need to be open without them.
Trump and Iranian President Pezeshkian sign memorandum of understanding to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz.
Australian right-wing leader Pauline Hanson declared immigration policies have put the country in crisis and Australia cannot be a multicultural society while enjoying a surge in support for her One Nation party.
NATO began Gallant Boar 2026 exercises June 16-26 near Suwalki Gap between Russia and Belarus, raising tensions as Moscow expands military presence nearby.
Trump urged Israel to stop hitting Lebanon hard while negotiating with Iran, but Netanyahu defied him.
Pauline Hanson says multiculturalism has failed as right-wing One Nation leader surges in polls claiming immigration puts Australia in crisis.
Israel continues bombing Lebanon despite Trump's repeated calls for restraint, straining the U.S.-Iran peace deal negotiations.
Official signing ceremony for U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement scheduled for June 19 at Bürgenstock resort near Lucerne in Switzerland.
Xi's anti-corruption campaign has increasingly become an effort to enforce political loyalty and ideological discipline, with nearly one million people punished in 2025 for behavior deemed incompatible with Communist Party values.
Philippine Senate majority agrees to elect lawyer-senator Escudero as impeachment trial presiding officer despite past criticism for delays.
Australia's Bureau of Meteorology warned an El Niño weather pattern could become one of the strongest in seven decades, threatening drought in Australia and Asia.
Australia's weather bureau warned that an El Niño weather pattern has formed and could intensify to become one of the strongest in seven decades.
U.S. allies at the G7 summit worked Tuesday to push Ukraine back atop President Donald Trump's agenda after more than four years of fighting sparked by Russia's full-scale invasion.
U.S. and Iran prepare to formally sign their interim peace deal in Switzerland on Friday, with both sides claiming victory.
Ukrainian drones successfully struck Moscow's largest oil refinery on June 16, damaging its main processing unit and forcing partial operational halt amid Russia's growing fuel crisis.
Stock markets rallied worldwide Monday after the United States and Iran reached a tentative deal to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Brent crude oil falling 4.8% to $83.17.
Netanyahu pledges Israel will remain in Lebanese, Syrian, and Gazan security zones indefinitely, defying the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal's apparent requirement for Israeli withdrawal.
A large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine killed five rescuers in Kharkiv and wounded at least 20 people in the capital Kyiv on Monday as strikes set apartment buildings ablaze and sparked a fire at one of the country's most significant religious landmarks.
Jordan Bardella, leader of France's far-right National Rally, sought in a 45-minute exclusive interview with Politico to put distance between himself and the U.S. president he once openly admired.
Trump orders end to U.S. naval blockade of Iran as both sides announce initial agreement to reopen Strait of Hormuz.
David Beckham becomes first footballer to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star, honored in Sports Entertainment category as 2026 World Cup kicks off.
Three Indian sailors were confirmed dead after the U.S. military struck the tanker MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman, with India lodging a strong diplomatic protest and summoning the U.S. envoy.
Pope Leo XIV criticized Spain's immigration policies in a parliamentary speech, then visited the Canary Islands to meet migrants.
Mexico's Chamber of Deputies passed AI-related labor and copyright reforms on April 7, 2026, but critics raise concerns over its technical feasibility and alignment with USMCA 2026 review.
Trump announced a "great settlement" with Iran that could be finalized in coming days, with a signing ceremony potentially in Europe attended by Vice President JD Vance.
NATO's BALTOPS 2026 naval exercise with 20 ships and 6,000 personnel from 15 nations ran June 4-20 as Russia conducted simultaneous maneuvers, underscoring military tensions in the Baltic.
Xi Jinping wrapped up his first visit to North Korea in seven years, establishing deeper understanding for ties, with the visit aimed at reasserting China's role as North Korea's most critical economic and diplomatic partner amid growing Russia-North Korea ties.
At least one person was killed as Kenyan police opened fire on protesters opposing a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki.
US Central Command launched retaliatory strikes against Iran on June 9, 2026, striking Iranian air defense and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz in response to Iran's downing of a US Army Apache helicopter.
Asian stocks fell sharply on Monday with technology and artificial intelligence stocks leading declines as investors collected big profits from a major rally in the sector, while worsening military tensions in the Middle East also weighed.
India's government is spending $9 billion to create a megaport, airport and city on remote Great Nicobar Island, sparking intense debate over environmental destruction and indigenous rights.
U.S. visa restrictions and geopolitical tensions threaten World Cup 2026 accessibility, with Iran's team facing staff denials and millions of international fans deterred by travel bans and security policies.
In South Africa and Mozambique, health care providers say cancellation or redirection of U.S. PEPFAR funding under the Trump administration have already endangered vulnerable people and cost lives.
Italy's largest bank Intesa Sanpaolo launched a €30.6 billion ($35.3 billion) bid for rival Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, triggering a contested acquisition battle.
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Spain for the first papal visit in 15 years to address political polarization and showcase the Catholic Church as an advocate for migrants.
Israel launched strikes on central and western Iran early Monday in response to missile fire from Tehran, in the most serious crossfire since an April 8 ceasefire was reached.
A State Department cable this week instructed U.S. diplomats to warn European countries of possible consequences if they fail to adopt the Trump administration's Ebola precautions.
The US military said it intercepted seven missiles fired by Iran at Kuwait and Bahrain after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it attacked "enemy bases in the region."
UN doubles Lebanon humanitarian appeal to $639.9 million on June 5 to help 1.4 million people as Hezbollah-Israel conflict enters fourth month with worsening displacement and food insecurity.
FIFA's unprecedented dynamic pricing for 2026 World Cup tickets has sparked widespread outrage and regulatory investigations from multiple U.S. states over record-high costs that price out ordinary fans.
Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to a full ceasefire contingent on Hezbollah halting attacks and withdrawing its operatives from the area south of the Litani River in Lebanon, according to a joint statement from the U.S., Israel and Lebanon. Hezbollah rejected the terms Thursday after the Shia militia had initially said it would agree to a full ceasefire.
Kim Jong Un toured a uranium enrichment facility, vowing to expand North Korea's nuclear forces exponentially and signaling denuclearization is not negotiable.
Israel and Lebanon renewed a fragile ceasefire with new 'pilot security zones' designed to exclude Hezbollah, though fighting continued during and after the talks.
At least 18 foreign nationals, mostly from Africa and Bangladesh, died in New Delhi hotel fire on June 3, exposing deadly safety gaps for vulnerable medical tourists.
At least 21 people, including 18 foreign nationals, were killed in a fire at a hotel in Delhi on Wednesday, exposing India's building safety gaps.
Israel and Lebanon agreed to renew their fragile ceasefire and create pilot security zones inside Lebanon from which Hezbollah would be banned.
Trump offered his "complete and total endorsement" for right-wing lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella ahead of Colombia's June 21 runoff against leftist Iván Cepeda.
Iran and US trade missiles in major escalation as fragile ceasefire collapses amid diplomatic impasse over Lebanon, nuclear program.
Canada formally submitted a proposal on Tuesday to renew the USMCA for 16 years, coinciding with Mexico's support for extension as the July 1 review deadline approaches.
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones at Russian targets early Wednesday, targeting Putin's hometown St. Petersburg with oil terminals and military sites timed to Putin's economic forum opening.
Russia killed 22 in a massive June 2 attack on Kyiv using 656 drones and 73 missiles, exploiting Ukraine's air defense shortage linked to Iran war depletion of U.S. Patriot stocks.
Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri told the Trump administration that Hezbollah is ready for a full and immediate ceasefire with Israel and pledged to guarantee its implementation, amid contradictory statements from Netanyahu and Trump.
Far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella led Colombia's first-round presidential election with 43.7% while leftist Iván Cepeda finished second with 40.9%, advancing both to a June 21 runoff.
Ethiopia held elections with 50+ million registered voters on June 1, amid concerns over opposition suppression, regional exclusions, and democratic credibility.
As of June 1, 2026, the Ebola Bundibugyo virus outbreak continues affecting DRC and Uganda with 282 confirmed cases and 42 confirmed deaths reported by May 31.
Zelenskyy told CBS News that his government has evidence Russia is abducting Ukrainian children and training them to fight against fellow Ukrainians.
Lake Turkana, Kenya's world's largest permanent desert lake, faces rising water levels and ecological collapse from climate change, tectonic forces, and ecosystem pressures.
BA.3.2 'Cicada' COVID-19 variant detected in 23+ countries spreads globally from South African origin.
PSG beats Arsenal 4-3 on penalties to win back-to-back Champions League titles, cementing their status as European football's dominant force.
Italy banned concerts by Kanye West and Travis Scott in July in Reggio Emilia, citing security concerns including potential protests.
Five Laos miners were rescued from a monsoon-flooded cave after 10 days trapped, with four walking out unexpectedly on Saturday.
A Russian drone crashed into an apartment building in Romania, injuring two people, marking the type of spillover from the war in Ukraine that Europe has long feared.
CEO confidence plummeted 12 points in Q2 2026, falling back into negative territory as the Iran war disrupted energy markets and derailed optimism from earlier in the year.
CEO confidence fell to 47 in Q2 2026 from 59 in Q1, signaling economic deterioration amid Iran war disruptions to global energy markets and trade routes.
13 confirmed and probable hantavirus cases linked to MV Hondius cruise ship, with 3 deaths, expanded across 32+ countries.
UN includes Israeli forces for the first time in 15 years on sexual violence blacklist for treatment of Palestinian detainees.
Five villagers were found alive in a flooded Laos cave after a week underground, with extraction through cramped tunnels and two others still missing.
Chinese dissident Dong Guangping escaped to South Korea by inflatable boat, his fourth escape attempt, putting pressure on President Lee Jae Myung's administration to decide his fate.
Trump cancelled his Cabinet meeting at Camp David and moved it to the White House citing weather, amid fraught Iran peace negotiations.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's India visit aims to repair U.S.-India trade tensions caused by Trump's tariffs and policies favoring Pakistan.
Russell Crowe defends his terse exchange with autograph hunters outside his Paris hotel after TMZ posted a viral video, calling it clickbait.
DRC residents' attacks on health facilities and resistance to burial protocols are severely hampering Ebola response efforts as distrust, misinformation, and cultural practices clash with containment measures.
U.S. forces struck missile-launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to lay mines in southern Iran on Monday, with CENTCOM characterizing the strikes as defensive despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations.
Russia threatens systematic strikes on Kyiv amid ongoing bombardment campaign using advanced Oreshnik missiles as Ukraine faces critical air defense shortage.
Netanyahu says Israel is intensifying operations in Lebanon by taking strategic positions amid a surge in drone attacks by Hezbollah.
Pope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical "Magnifica Humanitas" on AI dangers, warning about regulation and ethical oversight.
Pope Leo XIV called Monday for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit, issuing a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology impacts everything from work to war.
US officials say a deal has been agreed in principle with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though nothing has been signed yet.
President Trump said a peace deal with Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz is 'largely negotiated' and will be announced shortly.
The fifth round of talks, held on May 23 in Rome, ended without a breakthrough, though both sides agreed to continue discussions.
A gas explosion at the Liushenyu coal mine in Shanxi killed at least 90 people on Friday evening, the deadliest mining disaster in China in over a decade.
Trump signals he will only sign an Iran deal where "we get everything we want", demanding nuclear concessions even as a framework agreement nears completion.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in India on Saturday ahead of a Quad meeting with counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, coming as Washington seeks to stabilize relations with New Delhi after ties soured over President Donald Trump's tariff policies.
The U.S. and Iran have signaled progress in talks to end the war, but remain at loggerheads over Tehran's enriched uranium stockpile and tolls on the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary of State Rubio arrived in India to stabilize relations damaged by Trump's tariffs on Indian exports before meeting with Quad counterparts.
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's Shanxi province killed at least 90 people, marking the country's deadliest mining disaster in over a decade.
WHO warns Congo's Ebola outbreak with 750+ suspected cases and 177 deaths is spreading rapidly with no approved vaccine, upgrading national risk to 'very high.'
Trump and Rubio renew military intervention threats against Cuba after indicting Raúl Castro for 1996 plane shootdown, escalating pressure campaign alongside oil blockade.
Taliban's new marriage separation law includes provisions on child marriage, drawing UN 'grave concern' about discrimination against women and girls.
Paz faces demands to resign as mass protests over economic crisis, fuel policy failures, and land laws paralyze Bolivia with blockades killing at least four.
U.S. and China readouts of May 15 summit reveal minor inconsistencies on agriculture, tariffs, and rare earths—with each side claiming different agreements than the other.
U.S. aid workers and experts claim Trump administration cuts to USAID, WHO funding, and CDC resources hampered Ebola response detection and readiness in DRC and Uganda.
Russia has delivered nuclear munitions to field storage facilities in Belarus as part of major nuclear drills amid tensions with European NATO members sparked by drone incursions in the Baltic.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said Thursday the U.S. is pausing a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan because of the Trump administration's war with Iran.
Israel deported all foreign activists from a Gaza aid flotilla after international outcry over their treatment in custody.
Trump warned late Sunday that "there won't be anything left" of Iran if no peace deal is reached, saying "the Clock is Ticking" and "TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE."
Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir visits Iran to announce acceptance of a US-Iran memorandum of understanding amid ongoing peace negotiations.
Xi Jinping hailed Russia-China ties as "calm amid chaos" days after hosting Trump, with Xi now seeking to reassure Putin that the Trump meeting did not undercut Russian interests.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that if conflict resumes, a "return to war will feature many more surprises," citing lessons learned from past hostilities.
Bond markets are painting a different picture from stocks, with the growing divergence ringing alarm bells for investors amid mounting inflation fears, geopolitical tension and ongoing uncertainty around the Iran war.
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised his close ties with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and said their countries are partners in trade and international affairs as they opened bilateral talks Wednesday on his trip to Beijing.
On May 14, 2026, Cuba's energy minister warned that Cuba has run out of oil and diesel following a months-long U.S. blockade targeting fuel imports to force regime change.
Trump called off an Iran military strike at the request of Gulf allies Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE citing ongoing negotiations.
Taiwan Travelogue wins the 2026 International Booker Prize, becoming the first Mandarin Chinese-translated work to win, with author Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King as the first Taiwanese and Taiwanese-American winners.
Venezuela deports Maduro ally Alex Saab to US for criminal proceedings, marking a dramatic reversal from efforts to free him in 2023.
Putin travels to China to meet Xi Jinping less than a week after Trump's visit, in a meeting likely to be closely watched as Beijing seeks to maintain stable relations with the US while preserving strong ties with Russia.
An American working in the DRC tested positive for Ebola, confirmed by the CDC on Monday, prompting the U.S. to activate entry restrictions and evacuate affected Americans.
Trump announced he is holding off on a military strike on Iran planned for Tuesday because "serious negotiations" are underway to end the war.
Italian government coordinates successful recovery of two bodies of divers from Maldive cave; two more remain after deepest operation exposed depth limit violations.
Samsung Electronics and its labour union plan to hold more talks on Tuesday in a bid to avert the biggest strike in the tech giants history, amid concern that a walkout by more than 45,000 workers could hit South Korea's economy and disrupt global supply chains.
President Trump called off a planned Iran strike after Gulf allies requested more time to pursue diplomatic resolution.
Taiwan's president said Sunday that only the Taiwanese people can decide their future, after President Trump appeared to raise doubts about long-standing U.S. policy during his China visit.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern on Sunday after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.
Dara from Bulgaria won the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with the song "Bangaranga," marking Bulgaria's first-ever victory.
Ukraine launched one of its largest overnight drone attacks on Russia, killing at least four people in the Moscow region, striking targets over 300 miles from the border.
Trump returned from a Beijing summit with Xi Jinping facing questions over whether the meeting produced major strategic breakthroughs.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin said Saturday.
Trump defended his statement that Americans' cost of living concerns don't factor into Iran negotiations, doubling down Friday after Tuesday's controversial remarks sparked Democratic backlash.
Afghanistan's economy deteriorates under Taliban rule with massive unemployment and mass poverty as job losses mount and aid plummets.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials including Raúl Castro's grandson during a high-level visit to the island Thursday, delivering Trump's message that the United States is prepared to seriously engage on economic and security issues, but only if Cuba makes fundamental changes.
Iraqi Kata'ib Hizballah commander arrested in Turkey, charged with directing 18+ terror attacks against Jewish targets across Europe and US in alleged retaliation for Iran war.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials including Raúl Castro's grandson during a high-level visit to the island Thursday, delivering Trump's conditional engagement message.
China pledged diplomatic support but ruled out military aid to Iran, offering limited assistance to resolve the U.S.-Iran conflict during Trump's Beijing summit.
Trump returns from Beijing summit claiming trade wins but announcing no major breakthroughs on Taiwan, Iran, or human rights issues.
An Iraqi national accused of plotting at least 18 terror attacks in Europe in retaliation for the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran has been arrested and charged with supporting Iran-backed terrorist organizations.
An IDF soldier was killed by Hezbollah mortar fire in southern Lebanon on May 14, 2026, amid Hezbollah violations of the ceasefire agreement.
Russia's largest aerial assault in two days kills at least 24 people in Kyiv, collapsing apartment buildings after Zelenskyy warns of "terrorist" tactics.
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned U.S. President Donald Trump that missteps on Taiwan could push their two countries into "conflict" during their Beijing summit.
Trump and Xi opened a two-day summit in Beijing on Thursday morning, kick-starting high-stakes talks expected to cover trade, tariffs, Taiwan and Iran.
11 Andes hantavirus cases across multiple countries aboard cruise ship MV Hondius expose gaps in U.S. public health infrastructure.
Russia launched massive drone and missile attacks on Kyiv on May 14 after Trump peace negotiations, killing at least one and injuring 31 in overnight strikes.
Netanyahu's office claims he secretly visited UAE during Iran war, but UAE immediately denies the claim while the world watches.
Russia test-fired a new intercontinental ballistic missile as part of efforts to modernize its nuclear forces, with the Sarmat missile expected to enter combat service at the end of the year.
Eurovision 2026 faces its worst crisis in history, marked by a historic five-country boycott and audience protests over Israel's participation amid the war in Gaza.
Surging jet fuel costs from the Iran war force airlines to slash short regional flights, with Lufthansa cutting 20,000 such flights and low-cost carriers facing potential failure.
Cannes Film Festival opened with star-studded red carpet but zero major Hollywood blockbusters as studios prioritize controlled marketing over prestige premiere risk.
Trump lands in Beijing with Elon Musk and Tim Cook, signaling a business-focused China summit centered on economic deals over national security concerns.
Trump heads to Beijing to discuss fractured Middle East ceasefires amid stalled Gaza negotiations and collapsed Iran talks, leaving all three fronts precarious.
Trump arrives in Beijing for two days of high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping focused on trade, Iran war, and Taiwan.
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship MV Hondius reaches 11 cases with French woman critically ill on artificial lung in Paris.
Gunshots have been heard in the Philippine Senate building, Senate authorities said on Wednesday, as a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court is holed up in the building to resist arrest.
U.S. State Department and Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna drafted a memorandum for military technology cooperation allowing Ukraine to export drones and establish joint manufacturing ventures with U.S. companies.
Trump heads to Beijing May 14-15 to meet Xi amid competing demands on trade, AI chip restrictions, and broader geopolitical tensions including Iran and Taiwan.
Trump declares Iran ceasefire 'on life support' after rejecting Tehran's nuclear proposal, signaling possible military escalation.
U.S. and Chinese authorities jointly arrested five suspects in a cross-border smuggling and trafficking operation, Beijing said Monday, touting the cooperation ahead of President Donald Trump's state visit this week.
Keir Starmer fights for political survival amid calls for his resignation following Labour's stunning loss in local elections, delivering a high-stakes speech to convince the party he can deliver change.
Trump arrives in Beijing on May 13-15 for a summit with Xi amid an unresolved Iran conflict that has become a central negotiating complication.
Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal and says ceasefire is "on life support" after two sides exchange fire.
Israeli strikes continue daily in Lebanon despite a US-brokered ceasefire, killing 51 people in one day and sparking debate over whether the truce has entirely collapsed.
Machado, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for promoting democracy, faces an uncertain path to power despite Maduro's capture by U.S. forces, as she remains sidelined from the Trump administration's plans.
Trump's unilateral Iran strikes without NATO notification inflame alliance tensions, pushing Europe to consider independent defense as Trump threatens withdrawal.
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez warned the U.S. is on a 'dangerous path' that could lead to bloodshed, responding to Trump's repeated military threats and latest sanctions.
Péter Magyar took his oath of office on Saturday to become Hungary's new prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán's 16 years of autocratic rule.
U.S. military intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz and targeted Iranian military facilities, highlighting fragility of month-old ceasefire.
U.S. and Iran exchanged fire near the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, adding new strain to the ceasefire and raising questions about negotiations to end the war.
Trump-brokered three-day Ukraine-Russia ceasefire averts Putin's Victory Day parade drone attack fears, with prisoner exchange securing the pause.
ShinyHunters ransomware group claimed responsibility for hacking Canvas learning platform, affecting 30 million students at 9,000 schools globally, exposing names, emails, and messages.
Consumer sentiment fell to a record low of 48.2 in May according to a University of Michigan survey, driven by surging gas prices due to the Iran war.
North Korea said Friday it will deploy new long-range artillery systems this year that are capable of striking South Korea's capital region.
Trump's decision to leave NATO in the dark before launching strikes on Iran has inflamed tensions and is putting new urgency on rethinking the alliance.
30 passengers disembarked from a hantavirus-stricken cruise ship on April 24 at St. Helena, nearly two weeks after the first death.
U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in Strait of Hormuz on May 7; each blames the other for initiating, imperiling month-old ceasefire.
David Attenborough turns 100 on May 8, celebrated globally for his seven-decade career as nature documentarian and climate advocate.
Labour suffered heavy early losses in local elections on May 8, demonstrating deep voter anger and raising doubts about Starmer's future.
Shell's adjusted net income rose to $6.92 billion in Q1 2026, beating analyst estimates and reaching its highest level in two years, driven by war-related oil price spikes.
Trump administration initiates review of all 53 Mexican consulates in U.S., potentially leading to closures, following CIA officer deaths and rising bilateral tensions.
EU co-legislators reached a provisional agreement on May 7 to reform the AI Act, part of the Digital Omnibus simplification package, balancing delayed high-risk AI compliance deadlines with a ban on AI systems generating non-consensual sexually explicit content and child sexual abuse material.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met President Donald Trump at the White House as Brazil seeks to avoid future tariffs.
Political prisoners across 56 prisons launched hunger strikes marking the 119th consecutive week of executions protests on May 5, amid at least 28 political prisoners executed since March 18, an unprecedented rate in three decades.
Labour faces historic losses in UK local elections as Reform UK and Greens surge, threatening Starmer's premiership and ending two-party political dominance.
Trump threatens Iran with "higher level" strikes if it won't accept a peace deal, escalating pressure as negotiations approach deal.
The White House believes it's getting close to an agreement with Iran on a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the war and set a framework for more detailed nuclear negotiations.
US stock markets hit record highs on May 6, 2026, as AI chipmaker earnings and easing Middle East tensions from Iran peace hopes lifted major indexes.
Bonnie Tyler underwent emergency intestinal surgery in Portugal and is recuperating, according to her official statement.
Russia omits all military hardware from Victory Day parade for first time in nearly 20 years due to fears of Ukrainian drone attacks.
Trump pauses escort operation in Strait of Hormuz to allow Iran deal negotiations, maintaining blockade of Iranian ports.
The S&P 500 rose 0.72%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.94%, and the Nasdaq climbed 0.73% as the White House believed it was getting close to a one-page memorandum of understanding with Iran to end the conflict and set a framework for nuclear negotiations.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te returned from his three-day trip to Eswatini, which his government says China tried to block, after successfully using unannounced "arrive-then-announce" diplomacy to circumvent Chinese pressure.
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship MV Hondius kills three passengers; ship denied docking at Cape Verde with 150 people still aboard.
The U.S. military destroyed six Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran launched multiple cruise missiles, drones and small boats at U.S. Navy ships on Monday.
Kid Cudi removed M.I.A. from his Rebel Ragers Tour on May 4 after she made controversial political remarks during performances.
Dow fell 433 points as UAE intercepted Iranian missiles, with oil prices spiking on ceasefire collapse fears.
Trump announced 'Operation Freedom' beginning May 4, 2026, with U.S. forces standing ready to intervene in the Strait of Hormuz to restore freedom of commercial navigation, as Iranian IRGC-affiliated media claimed a U.S. Navy frigate was targeted by two missiles in the strait.
Reporters Without Borders released its 2026 World Press Freedom Index, saying press freedom has fallen to its lowest level in 25 years.
Aws al-Naasan, 14, was gunned down in broad daylight last week in the small Palestinian village of Al-Mughayyir, with accountability questions dominating debate about settler violence patterns.
Two Gaza flotilla activists face torture allegations after Israeli court extended their detention in international waters interception case.
President Trump said Saturday the U.S. will significantly reduce its troop presence in Germany, escalating a dispute with Chancellor Friedrich Merz as he seeks to scale back America's commitment to European security.
Pentagon announced 5,000 U.S. troops withdrawal from Germany after Trump clashed with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over Iran war strategy.
Pentagon estimates U.S. blockade cost Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue, but experts debate blockade's effectiveness as negotiating leverage amid global economic disruption.
Iran has submitted a 14-point response to the U.S. proposal to end the conflict that began with U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28, with a demand to resolve all issues and end the war within 30 days, instead of observing a two-month ceasefire as the U.S. had proposed.
Pentagon announced Friday the U.S. is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany as a rift over the Iran war widens between President Donald Trump and Europe.
Donald Trump signed a new executive order significantly expanding U.S. sanctions targeting Cuba on May 1, 2026.
Global May Day rallies on May 1 united millions of workers protesting rising energy costs from the Iran war and wealth inequality.
King Charles delivered a diplomatically sophisticated Congressional address defending NATO and Ukraine support while subtly rebuking Trump's policies, completing a state visit aimed at mending strained US-UK relations.
Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest, more than five years after the military removed her from office in a coup.
UAE exits OPEC after 59 years effective May 1, citing national interests and production flexibility amid Iran war, signaling strategic realignment with Washington.
Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal Friday while claiming the 60-day War Powers deadline doesn't apply.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla concluded their first-ever state visit to the United States on Thursday, wrapping up a whirlwind four days that took them to Washington, D.C., New York City and Virginia.
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest with her sentence reduced as part of a prisoner amnesty for a Buddhist holiday.
Pakistani officials confirmed that mediators received an updated proposal from Iran to end the war, which has been delivered to the U.S.
Trump calls al-Zaidi, Iraq's newly nominated PM-designate, signaling US approval after months of deadlock when Trump opposed a pro-Iran alternative.
Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
Oil prices surpassed $125 a barrel Thursday as President Trump mulls an extended blockade of Iranian ports.
US pledges $100 million toward Chornobyl nuclear containment repairs after Russian drone strike, contributing 20% to estimated $500 million G7 restoration effort.
A South Korean appeals court sentenced ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol to seven years in prison for resisting arrest and bypassing a legitimate Cabinet meeting before his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024.
The Australian government announced draft legislation on April 28, 2026, proposing a 2.25% tax on Meta, Google, and TikTok unless they negotiate deals to pay local media outlets for news.
The EU accused Meta on Wednesday of failing to stop underage users from accessing Facebook and Instagram, in violation of the bloc's digital rules that require sites to protect minors.
Israeli Navy began intercepting a 58-vessel Global Sumud Flotilla near the Greek Island of Crete on April 29, 2026, reigniting debate over blockade legality and humanitarian access to Gaza.
Canada denies entry to IRGC-linked football federation officials after initially granting visas, sparking criticism over screening failures.
Oil prices jumped more than 6% on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump said he will maintain the U.S. naval blockade against Iran until they agreed to a nuclear deal.
King Charles avoids Harry reunion during US state visit focused on repairing strained UK-US relations amid Iran war tensions.
UAE announces withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+, effective May 1, 2026, ending nearly 60 years of membership.
India commissioned INS Aridhaman, its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, enabling continuous at-sea nuclear deterrence as it pursues an $8 billion conventional submarine deal with Germany.
American missile systems were deployed last week to a remote Luzon Strait island 100 miles south of Taiwan as part of Washington and Manila's Balikatan 2026 military drills.
King Charles III addressed Congress to highlight the transatlantic relationship and indirectly counter Trump's NATO criticisms, amid tensions over the Iran war and Trump's criticism of Britain's refusal to join the U.S. military effort.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Monday the U.S. was being "humiliated" by Iran, criticizing the United States for going into the Iran war without any strategy.
UAE exits OPEC effective May 1, weakening the cartel long criticized by Trump as global economy reels from Iran war energy shock.
Cuba faces deepening humanitarian crisis as Trump's oil blockade cuts fuel imports by 90%, causing blackouts, hospital shutdowns, and medical supply shortages.
China's National Development and Reform Commission issued a statement on April 27, 2026, prohibiting foreign investment in Meta's Manus acquisition and requiring all parties to withdraw from the deal.
Iran proposed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war while postponing nuclear negotiations to a later stage, as Trump administration rejected the offer.
Iran's foreign minister arrived in Russia on Monday, after a whirlwind weekend of diplomacy, seeking to gain political leverage and foreign backing as peace talks with the U.S. remain on hold.
King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive April 27-30 for a state visit received by President Trump amid transatlantic tensions over Iran policy.
Armed groups including Islamist militants launched one of the largest coordinated attacks seen in recent years in Mali, targeting multiple cities across the country early Saturday, killing Defense Minister Sadio Camara and seizing key northern territory.
Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia killed at least 16 people as the Chernobyl anniversary highlighted nuclear risks of Russia-Ukraine war.
Colombia's bus bombing death toll rose to 20 on Sunday, with authorities blaming FARC dissidents amid questions about Petro's negotiation-focused peace strategy.
Abbas-backed Fatah swept Palestinian local elections held April 25-26, 2026, with 56% West Bank turnout and 23% Gaza turnout, but critics say uncontested races and PA dominance undermine democratic legitimacy.
Trump canceled a planned trip by his top envoys, and Iran said it won't negotiate so long as it's being threatened.
Pope Leo XIV condemned the death penalty as an attack on human dignity, hours after Trump authorized firing squads as federal execution method.
Iran's Abbas Araghchi left Islamabad after arriving Friday, prompting Trump to announce his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will no longer travel for peace talks.
Pope Leo XIV condemned the death penalty as an attack on human dignity hours after the Trump administration authorized firing squads for federal executions.
Chevron CEO Mike Wirth warned that airline fares will rise and flights decline in coming weeks due to jet fuel shortages caused by Iran-Strait of Hormuz conflict.
On the day the Michael biopic debuts, new molestation allegations from the Cascio siblings gained attention after they gave an extensive interview to the New York Times about alleged abuse by Jackson.
Trump announced a three-week ceasefire extension between Israel and Lebanon following talks, buying more time for diplomacy toward a peace deal.
Oil flows through the Druzhba pipeline resumed April 23 after repairs, leading to the immediate unblocking of a €90 billion EU aid package for Ukraine and approval of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia.
The Trump administration is in talks to send 1,100 Afghan refugees who helped U.S. forces to the Democratic Republic of Congo after halting their U.S. resettlement.
Stock markets hit records on Iran ceasefire hope, driven by investor optimism about rapid conflict resolution and strong corporate earnings, despite the ceasefire remaining tenuous and unresolved.
EU approves $106 billion Ukraine loan after Hungary lifts veto, ending months of political deadlock.
Ukraine transforms from military aid recipient to exporter, signing 10-year drone defense technology deals with Gulf states amid Iran war.
Iran attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with its Revolutionary Guard seizing two of them, escalating tensions as President Trump extended the ceasefire indefinitely while continuing the U.S. naval blockade.
Pope Leo XIV urged the United States and Iran to return to talks to end the war Thursday and condemned capital punishment, in a wide-ranging press conference en route home from his trip to Africa.
Trump announces Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend their ceasefire by three weeks following a White House meeting with top U.S. officials.
Iran seized two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, shortly after the U.S. extended the ceasefire, escalating maritime tensions amid the blockade standoff.
Prince Harry makes unannounced Ukraine visit, breaks royal convention with direct political appeals to Trump and Putin on military aid and ending the war.
President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. Navy to 'shoot and kill any boat' laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, escalating maritime tensions amid a fragile ceasefire.
Six months after the ceasefire announcement, Gaza's humanitarian crisis is deteriorating at an alarming pace as world attention shifts elsewhere.
Iran attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, saying its Revolutionary Guard seized two of them hours after President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, creating a dispute over ceasefire compliance.
Israeli forces killed at least five people on Wednesday, despite the 10-day, U.S.-brokered ceasefire that's supposed to remain in effect until Sunday.
Iran's Foreign Ministry rejected planned peace talks in Islamabad, with President Pezeshkian saying U.S. demands seek Iran's surrender, citing contradictory signals and unrealistic expectations.
President Trump extended the Iran ceasefire indefinitely on Tuesday, saying the extension was warranted due to Tehran's government being "seriously fractured," requiring leaders to submit a "unified proposal" to end the war.
Iran refuses to negotiate under threats as Trump maintains blockade with ceasefire expiring in days.
The U.S. military struck a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing three people Sunday, marking the latest in a campaign that has killed at least 181 people.
Canadian PM Mark Carney said Canada's economic ties to the U.S. have become a "weakness" due to President Trump's trade and tariff policies.
Airlines in Europe and Asia facing potential jet fuel shortages from Iran war, threatening flight cancellations as summer season approaches.
A gunman killed a Canadian woman and injured 13 others at Mexico's Teotihuacan pyramids before dying by self-inflicted gunshot.
Multiple European venues canceled Ye's planned concerts after France and other countries moved to ban performances over his antisemitic past.
U.S. stocks fell Monday as tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalated over the weekend after the U.S. Navy seized an Iranian-flagged ship and Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, with the S&P 500 shedding 0.24% and crude oil spiking 6%.
The United States and the Philippines kicked off one of their largest combat exercises Monday as an annual display of allied military might aimed at deterring aggression in Asia, with China objecting to the U.S.-Philippine drills, saying they are aimed at containing its global rise.
Trump announced a U.S. delegation will head to Pakistan to resume talks to end the war with Iran, but Tehran expressed reluctance after the U.S. seized one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. seizes Iranian cargo ship in Gulf of Oman as Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions days before ceasefire expires.
Pope Leo XIV said Saturday "it's not in my interest" to debate US President Donald Trump, insisting his trip to Africa is focused on peacebuilding rather than any personal clash.
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles Sunday that may have been tests of submarine-launched weapons, marking North Korea's first submarine-launched ballistic missile test in four years if confirmed.
North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles from Sinpo on April 19, raising concerns over possible submarine-launched capabilities and signaling strength ahead of potential Trump talks.
Honor's humanoid robot completed a 21-kilometer half-marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds on April 19, 2026, faster than Jacob Kiplimo's human world record of about 57 minutes, marking China's technological advancement in robotics.
USS Spruance fired rounds into Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska's engine room after it ignored six-hour warning period, disabling the vessel and seizing it as first enforcement action of US naval blockade.
Honor's humanoid robot completed a 21-kilometer half-marathon in 50 minutes and 26 seconds on April 19, 2026, faster than Jacob Kiplimo's human world record of about 57 minutes, marking China's technological advancement in robotics.
North Korea launched its seventh ballistic missile test of 2026 and fourth in April on Sunday, signaling military advances amid US-Iran conflicts.
UK police announced Sunday they are investigating whether arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies, as the country's chief rabbi said British Jews are facing a campaign of violence.
Moroccan-French actress Nadia Farès, best known for The Crimson Rivers, died at 57 after being found unconscious in a swimming pool.
Pope Leo XIV downplays Trump feud on Africa tour, rejects media narrative pitting him against the president over Iran war criticism.
North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles from Sinpo on April 19, raising concerns over possible submarine-launched capabilities and signaling strength ahead of potential Trump talks.
A gunman killed six people and injured at least 14 in Kyiv before police shot and killed him, with subsequent investigation launched into police conduct after video showed officers running away.
President Donald Trump said U.S. negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for the next round of peace talks with Iran.
U.S. State Department delegation lands in Cuba via government plane for first time since Obama, meeting Castro's grandson to demand economic and political reforms.
Jet fuel prices have roughly doubled since the start of the war in Iran, forcing airlines globally to raise fares, cut flights, and add surcharges as the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supplies are shipped, remains disrupted.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open on April 17, but Trump immediately said the U.S. blockade would remain, leading Iran to reverse its opening the next day citing the blockade as a ceasefire violation.
U.S. stocks surged to record highs on April 17 after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz completely open during an Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, causing oil prices to plummet and travel stocks to spike.
Israel and Lebanon agreed to a US-brokered 10-day ceasefire beginning April 16, aiming to halt six weeks of fighting and enable direct peace negotiations—the first government talks in decades.
Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz is open for commercial vessels sparked stock market rallies and oil price plunges.
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic; stocks surge and oil prices fall sharply.
President Prabowo Subianto's reduced commitment to Nusantara—marked by halved 2026 funding and a shift to "political capital" terminology—raises questions about the project's viability.
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, two days after the countries held their first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington.
China's Foreign Ministry condemns U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, invoking bilateral trade and energy agreements with Iran while warning against interference in its affairs.
The U.S. military naval blockade of Iran took effect on April 13, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET, targeting ships entering or exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas.
Pakistan hosts high-stakes US-Iran peace talks that conclude without agreement, highlighting Islamabad's delicate balancing act between mediation and Saudi defense commitments.
North Korea conducted tests of strategic cruise and anti-warship missiles on Sunday as part of operational efficiency trials of its destroyer Choe Hyon, with the reference to a fourth destroyer appearing to signal acceleration of a destroyer flotilla.
Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV for criticizing the US-Israeli war on Iran, calling him 'WEAK on crime' and 'terrible for foreign policy,' as tensions between the president and the first American pope escalate.
China warned the U.S. 'not to meddle in our affairs,' noting it has 'trade and energy agreements with Iran.'
Justin Sun accuses World Liberty Financial of embedding a secret 'trap door' mechanism to freeze investor funds, claiming the Trump-linked crypto project deceives users about its supposedly decentralized structure.
Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks held in Islamabad on April 11-12, 2026 lasted 21 hours but ended without agreement, though Pakistan emerged with its mediation role intact.
Péter Magyar, Hungary's center-right leader who unseated Viktor Orbán as prime minister in a landslide election victory on Sunday, said he is willing to talk to President Vladimir Putin "but will not be friends" with the Russian leader.
Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau attended Coachella with girlfriend Katy Perry, facing backlash over plastic cup use despite his single-use plastics ban.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is on the verge of securing a majority government as special elections are held in three districts on Monday.
US stock markets rally as investors bet on eventual Iran peace deal despite Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade announcement.
Polls closed in Peru's presidential elections with no clear frontrunner as voters chose the country's ninth leader in a decade.
Australia's implementation of the world's first-ever social media ban for children is facing significant enforcement challenges as many users find ways to circumvent restrictions.
Vance suffered a stinging embarrassment Sunday as voters ousted Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán—an ally of President Donald Trump and an icon of the global right—despite the vice president's on-the-ground campaigning blitz last week.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel insisted he's not "stepping down" in an NBC News interview, defying Trump administration pressure for regime change amid economic crisis.
Trump announced the U.S. will blockade the Strait of Hormuz after peace talks with Iran failed in Pakistan.
Trump announces US will blockade the Strait of Hormuz after talks to end the Iran war ended without resolution.
Gas prices in the United States have soared up more than 30% since the U.S. and Israel launched the war, creating economic and political pressure on Trump and his administration.
Hungary's April 12 election tests whether Orbán's 16-year control over power can survive a challenge from opposition Tisza leader Péter Magyar, with stakes extending across Europe and the Trump-Putin alignment.
Peru holds its ninth presidential election in a decade amid systemic political chaos, with 35 candidates competing as voters prioritize crime and security.
VP Vance left Islamabad after talks with Iran ended without a deal, saying he put forward a "final and best offer."
Pope Leo XIV on Saturday denounced the "delusion of omnipotence" that is fueling the U.S.-Israel war in Iran and demanded political leaders stop and negotiate peace.
Sabrina Carpenter apologized for dismissing a traditional Arabic celebratory call as 'weird' following backlash that her comments were insensitive.
US intelligence indicates China is preparing to deliver new air defense systems to Iran within the next few weeks.
A US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance is holding face-to-face negotiations with Iranian officials in Pakistan, marking an unprecedented diplomatic moment for the anti-interventionist VP.
The Bank of England plans to discuss the impact of Anthropic PBC's new AI model with financial institutions, as UK regulators join their peers in the US and elsewhere in raising alarms over the risks posed by the tool.
Hungary votes Sunday in a pivotal test of Viktor Orbán's "illiberal democracy," as challenger Péter Magyar taps voter frustration.
INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise to after 2027 elections following intense opposition criticism from multiple political parties over concerns of mass disenfranchisement.
A "fragile and muddled" two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, brokered by Pakistan and officially launched on April 8, has yet to provide relief that energy markets hoped for, as flows through the strait remain constrained, with traders reporting no clear signs yet of a sustained resumption in shipments since a ceasefire was announced.
Israel launched massive attacks across Lebanon killing at least 357 people hours after ceasefire announcement, creating a fundamental dispute over whether Lebanon was covered by the US-Iran truce.
Xi Jinping met Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing, saying China welcomes "peaceful development" across the Taiwan Strait, marking a shift in KMT messaging on defense spending.
BTS kicked off their Arirang World Tour at Goyang Stadium on April 9 after a four-year hiatus, launching their largest global tour with 82 shows across 34 cities through March 2027.
Netanyahu announced Israel will begin direct negotiations with Lebanon on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations, though Israeli officials stated there is no ceasefire and talks will be held under fire.
Anthropic announced Claude Mythos Preview will not be released publicly due to unprecedented ability to autonomously find and exploit software vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.
Airlines worldwide are raising prices and cutting flights as the Iran war drives jet fuel costs to near-record highs despite a ceasefire announcement.
Japanese PM Takaichi spoke with Iranian President Pezeshkian on Wednesday hours after a ceasefire agreement, urging Iran to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
A Palestinian WHO driver, Majdi Aslan, 54, was killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza on Monday while driving an internationally marked vehicle, with accounts sharply conflicting over vehicle markings.
Israel renewed strikes on Lebanon on April 8 as Netanyahu insisted the Iran ceasefire does not include Lebanon, contradicting Pakistani mediators' claim the ceasefire includes all fronts including Lebanon.
Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the United States, with talks set to begin Friday April 10 in Islamabad based on Iran's 10-point proposal.
Trump and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire hours before his deadline, contingent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday condemned President Donald Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran fails to agree to a deal, calling the threat "truly unacceptable."
Russia and China vetoed a Bahrain-led UN Security Council resolution on reopening the Strait of Hormuz hours before Trump's deadline.
Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, demands permanent war end and sanctions relief as Trump threatens civilian infrastructure strikes by Tuesday deadline.
IAEA chief warns US-Israeli strikes near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant 'must stop,' warning they could cause a severe radiological accident.
Vice President JD Vance travels to Budapest to bolster support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, whose Fidesz Party faces its most difficult election in over a decade.
Trump threatened to bomb Iranian power plants and bridges while using profanities, ending with "Praise be to Allah" on Easter Sunday.
Trump gives Iran 48-hour ultimatum on Strait of Hormuz with "Glory be to GOD" invocation as tensions escalate into sixth week of war.
Ceasefire efforts between US and Iran reached a dead end Friday as Iran told mediators it wouldn't meet US officials in Islamabad and rejected a 48-hour ceasefire proposal.
GOP Senator John Curtis said Wednesday he will not support the U.S.-Israeli military offensive in Iran after the conflict reaches 60 days without congressional approval.
Iran shot down an F-15E Strike Eagle on Friday, prompting search and rescue operations for its crew, with one member rescued and one still missing.
Cuba announced it would release 2,010 inmates as a 'humanitarian gesture' while the Trump administration maintains its oil blockade pressure.
Iran struck Kuwait's largest oil refinery and the Habshan gas facility in the UAE on Friday amid escalating exchanges with the U.S. and Israel on day 35 of the war.
First U.S. jet downed by enemy fire in Iran war; one pilot rescued, second crew member status unclear.
The U.S. lifted sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez on Wednesday, allowing her to work more freely with U.S. companies and investors.
President Javier Milei now looks to move forward with an aggressive program of selling off state-owned enterprises after gaining a working majority in Argentine Congress.
Trump administration lifts sanctions on acting Venezuela President Delcy Rodríguez, signaling U.S. shift toward normalizing relations and oil sector engagement.
Donald Trump said he is strongly considering pulling the United States out of NATO after criticizing a lack of support from allied nations over the Iran war.
WFP implements tiered food distribution for 1.2M Rohingya, with 17% receiving $7/month instead of universal $12, prompting humanitarian concerns about sustainable aid.
Donald Trump announced a prime-time address for Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET to provide an important update on the month-long Iran war, saying he expects U.S. forces to withdraw within two to three weeks.
North Korean hackers compromised the npm packages of Axios, an extremely popular HTTP client library used by millions, in a sophisticated supply chain attack with potential far-reaching downstream impacts.
Israeli forces struck Tofigh Daru pharmaceutical facility in Tehran, destroying a major cancer drug producer amid escalating US-Israeli military campaign in Iran.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad, Iraq, on Tuesday, allegedly by Kataib Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militia.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visits China as Beijing pledges support for Pakistan's mediation between the U.S. and Iran.
U.S. dropped 2,000-pound bunker buster bombs on a large ammunition depot in Isfahan, escalating month-long war amid stalled ceasefire talks.
Hundreds of U.S. Special Operations Forces, including Navy SEALs and Army Rangers, arrived in the Middle East alongside thousands of Marines and Army paratroopers, expanding Trump's military options as the Iran war enters its second month.
Donald Trump tells aides he will end Iran war without requiring Strait of Hormuz to reopen, shifting from prior messaging and signaling strategy change.
The U.S. formally reopened its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela following the Trump administration's ouster of Nicolas Maduro in early January.
President Donald Trump said he has "no problem" with a Russian oil tanker off the coast of Cuba delivering relief to the island, which has been brought to its knees by a U.S. oil blockade.
Iran confirmed Monday the death of Revolutionary Guards Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri following severe injuries, days after Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz said on March 26: "In a precise and lethal operation, the IDF eliminated the commander of the IRGC Navy, Tangsiri, along with senior naval command officials."
Iran confirmed on Monday the death of Revolutionary Guards Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri following severe injuries from an Israeli strike.
Donald Trump issued an unprecedented ultimatum to Iran on Monday, warning that a failure to reach a ceasefire agreement shortly would trigger a devastating US assault on Iran's oil wells, power plants, and Kharg Island, extending the threat to include possibly all of Iran's desalination plants.
Brent crude rose more than 3 percent on Monday to top $116 a barrel as Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis fired missiles at Israel and Trump said he wants to take Iran's crude.
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday rejected claims that God justifies war during a Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter's Square, appearing to directly rebuke Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's invocation of Christianity to justify the Iran war.
Pope Leo XIV rejected claims that God justifies war during a Palm Sunday Mass, drawing sharp theological rebukes of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's invocation of Christianity to justify the Iran war.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf issued a stark warning on March 29, 2026, vowing Iranian forces would confront any American ground troops, as the Pentagon prepares for weeks of limited ground operations in Iran, potentially including raids on Kharg Island and coastal sites near the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran continues sustained attacks on U.S. bases across the Persian Gulf as diplomatic talks stall and Trump extends deadline to April 6.
Pakistan announced it will host US-Iran talks in coming days after regional powers meet to de-escalate war.
Iran's parliament speaker accuses U.S. of secretly planning ground invasion while publicly seeking diplomacy as month-long war enters escalation phase.
Insurance and shipping experts warn prolonged oil market disruption will persist until Iran war winds down significantly.
Iran agreed to allow 20 Pakistani-flagged vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz as Islamabad called it a meaningful step toward easing one of the worst energy crises in modern history.
Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi addressed CPAC in Texas, presenting himself as leader for Iran's democratic transition while advocating complete regime dismantling.
Iran fires missiles at Israel for 7th time today as Vice President Vance says war will continue 'a little while longer'
Arctic sea ice tied its lowest winter level on record March 15-27, coinciding with unprecedented global heat that broke records across six continents.
Steve Bannon warned at CPAC that U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran could result in U.S. service members fighting on the ground at Kharg Island, signaling escalation fears within Trump's base.
White House and Pentagon consider sending at least 10,000 additional combat troops to Middle East, signaling possible ground operation in Iran.
U.S. intelligence reports only one-third of Iran's missile arsenal destroyed after a month of war, contradicting Trump's claims of near-total elimination.
Rubio gathered G7 allies in France to shore up support for the Trump administration's Iran war, but the meeting exposed deep divisions as allies remain skeptical.
Mexico's Navy launched a search and rescue operation after two ships carrying humanitarian aid toward Cuba went missing in the Caribbean.
Israel vows to intensify strikes on Iran while Trump extends diplomatic pause, as both sides escalate militarily amid failed ceasefire talks.
Trump extended Iran ultimatum to reopen Strait of Hormuz second time this week, citing ongoing peace talks.
Judge Alvin Hellerstein questioned whether the US government has the right to bar Venezuela from funding Maduro's legal expenses.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister confirms U.S.-Iran indirect peace talks via message relay, with U.S. presenting 15-point framework.
Trump extended for a second time his deadline for Iran to completely open the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping traffic, saying peace talks are going very well.
Federal Judge Alvin Hellerstein questioned the Trump administration's basis for barring Venezuela from paying Maduro's legal fees, though he promised a future decision without dismissing the case.
Judge Hellerstein pressed Trump administration on barring Venezuelan funds for Maduro's legal defense amid warming US-Venezuela relations.
Trump extends pause on energy strikes as diplomatic talks continue, claiming progress while Iran demands reparations and strait sovereignty.
IOC requires all female athletes undergo genetic testing to compete at 2028 Olympics to ban transgender women.
Trump extended a pause on strikes on Iranian energy plants until April 6 at the request of the Iranian government.
Pentagon developing military options for a "final blow" in Iran that could include use of ground forces and massive bombing campaign.
EU top diplomat accuses Russia of providing intelligence to Iran to target and kill Americans, calling for increased U.S. pressure on Moscow.
Trump described Iranian negotiators as 'begging' for a US peace deal while the war has raged for almost four weeks.
Iran rejected President Trump's ceasefire plan and publicized a counterproposal that includes war reparations and Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
Oxfam reports Israel is destroying water infrastructure in Lebanon, including sites being rehabilitated after previous damage, amid broader military operations.
Pentagon orders approximately 1,000 Army 82nd Airborne troops to deploy to Middle East for potential Iran operations amid ongoing diplomatic talks.
Trump rescheduled his China visit to May 14-15 due to ongoing Iran war, delaying a crucial trade summit amid broader geopolitical tensions.
Iran continues to deny peace talks with Trump despite U.S. claims of ongoing negotiations; Tehran questions whether talks are genuine.
New York Times investigation reveals U.S.-backed March 6 strike in Ecuador destroyed dairy farm, not drug camp, raising accountability questions.
US academic Dennis Coyle, detained by Taliban for over a year, was released on March 24 and arrived in San Antonio, Texas on March 25.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a state of national energy emergency, making the Philippines the first country to do so in response to Iran war disruptions.
Asian nations shift to coal power as Iran war disrupts LNG shipments, with Philippines declaring national energy emergency.
Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday said the country stands ready to host negotiations between the U.S. and Iran to end the war.
Trump threatened to obliterate Iran's power plants if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, then postponed strikes claiming 'very good' talks with Iran.
Donald Trump claimed "very good and productive conversations" with Iran while senior Iranian officials denied any talks had taken place.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to irreversibly cement his nation's nuclear status while expanding arsenals, signaling hardened stance toward Seoul and conditional openness to Trump talks.
Donald Trump postponed threatened strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure for five days, pending talks to end the 24-day war.
Cuba's power grid collapsed Saturday for the third time in March, leaving millions in the dark amid the U.S. oil blockade and crumbling infrastructure.
Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum threatening to 'obliterate' Iran's power plants if Strait of Hormuz isn't fully reopened, escalating rhetoric one day after suggesting de-escalation.
Iran launched missiles at two southern Israeli cities close to the country's main nuclear research center, while President Trump gave Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump said the US was 'getting very close to meeting our objectives as we consider winding down our great Military efforts in the Middle East', even as his administration deploys additional troops and faces escalating regional conflict.
Trump administration authorizes purchase of Iranian oil already at sea to stem soaring prices amid U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Trump said he was considering 'winding down' US military efforts against Iran, claiming the US was close to achieving its objectives as the conflict nears a fourth week.
Justice Department seized four domains used by Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security to disrupt hacking and transnational repression schemes.
Trump's Board of Peace presented Hamas with a formal disarmament proposal requiring complete weapons handover, conditioning Gaza reconstruction on demilitarization.
Hegseth defends Pentagon's $200 billion Iran war funding request amid bipartisan concern over costs and duration.
IAEA Chief Grossi warns Iran retains restart capability despite June 2025 and February 2026 military strikes.
Gabbard faces pointed questions on Iran threat as she testified before Senate Intelligence Committee on worldwide threats, with lawmakers pressing on whether Iran posed an 'imminent threat' to justify war.
Trump-linked lobbying firm Ballard Partners signed $2 million deal to represent accused Libyan military commander Khalifa Haftar despite documented human rights abuse allegations.
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