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CDC and DHS expanded Ebola travel restrictions on May 22-24, 2026, banning entry for lawful permanent residents from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan, with an American doctor evacuated to Germany as the first U.S. Ebola case confirmed.
Russia pummeled Kyiv early Sunday with 600 drones and 90 missiles including a hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile, killing at least two people and wounding dozens.
Trump says Iran deal reopening Strait of Hormuz is "largely negotiated," but nuclear details remain unresolved and Iran disputes the terms.
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.
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.
Trump and Rubio raised the specter of U.S. military intervention in Cuba a day after the administration announced criminal charges against the island's former leader, Raúl Castro.
U.S. requires all Ebola-region flights to land at Dulles for screening while CDC invokes Title 42 travel restrictions on non-citizens
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 administration advances plans to resettle 10,000 additional white South Africans as refugees, raising total from 7,500 to 17,500 while blocking entry from other countries.
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.
DHS routes all U.S.-bound travelers from Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan to Dulles for CDC-led enhanced Ebola screening.
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.
Trump administration appears poised to reshape the U.S. approach to AI security ahead of President Trump's trip to China, considering government vetting of models and AI safety talks with Beijing.
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.
Stocks fell as a jump in bond yields threatened the bull market by adding pressure on the U.S. consumer and undermining the growth of technology stocks.
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.
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.
U.S. officials suspect Iranian hackers breached unprotected fuel tank monitoring systems at gas stations across multiple states, exposing critical infrastructure vulnerabilities.
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.
Senate Republicans narrowly voted down a resolution Thursday to end the war with Iran, marking the third time a war powers resolution has failed in the lower chamber since the conflict began.
US announces withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany after dispute with Chancellor Merz over Iran war support, signaling broader NATO realignment.
Russia's largest aerial assault in two days kills at least 24 people in Kyiv, collapsing apartment buildings after Zelenskyy warns of "terrorist" tactics.
Nvidia stock surged on U.S. approval for H200 AI chip sales to 10 Chinese companies, but Beijing's resistance stalls actual shipments.
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.
U.S. jobless claims rose to 211,000 in the week ending May 9 as Iran war uncertainty weighs on hiring and inflation climbs to 3.8% annually.
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.
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.
House Democrats secured 218 signatures on a discharge petition Wednesday to bypass Speaker Mike Johnson and force a vote on $1.3 billion in Ukraine military aid and Russia sanctions.
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.
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.
Jensen Huang joined Trump's delegation to China after Trump called the CEO following media coverage of his initial absence.
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.
American passengers from a hantavirus-infected Dutch cruise ship returned to the United States and were quarantined, with some allowed early release to self-isolate at home if asymptomatic.
Pentagon discloses Iran war has cost $29 billion as of May 12, sparking Democratic criticism over lack of transparency and Republicans' concerns about funding mechanisms ahead of midterm elections.
Instructure reached an agreement with hackers to delete stolen data from Canvas after a cyberattack affecting millions of students.
Dua Lipa has filed a $15 million lawsuit against Samsung, alleging that the electronics manufacturer used her likeness to sell TVs without paying her and without permission.
Instructure reached an agreement with hackers on May 11 for an undisclosed amount, announcing compromised data was destroyed.
Trump declares Iran ceasefire 'on life support' after rejecting Tehran's nuclear proposal, signaling possible military escalation.
Trump administration abandons deregulatory AI stance, pivots toward pre-deployment security vetting ahead of Xi summit amid Mythos cybersecurity concerns.
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.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit fresh all-time highs despite Trump rejecting Iran's ceasefire proposal and calling the truce "on life support".
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.
ShinyHunters ransomware group claimed responsibility for hacking Canvas learning platform, affecting 30 million students at 9,000 schools globally, exposing names, emails, and messages.
North Korea said Friday it will deploy new long-range artillery systems this year that are capable of striking South Korea's capital region.
Scientists are accelerating hantavirus vaccine development after a cruise ship outbreak, but face years of delays without major federal funding.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
House Republicans voted Thursday to reject a resolution ordering President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran in a nearly party-line vote of 213-214.
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.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 released in U.S. theaters on May 1, 2026, reuniting original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci.
UAE exits OPEC after 59 years effective May 1, citing national interests and production flexibility amid Iran war, signaling strategic realignment with Washington.
Trump signed an executive order expanding sanctions on Cuba, authorizing penalties on foreign companies and financial institutions doing business with the island.
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.
The Trump administration claimed on May 1 that a ceasefire pauses the 60-day War Powers Act deadline, but Democrats and legal experts strongly contested this interpretation.
Trump calls al-Zaidi, Iraq's newly nominated PM-designate, signaling US approval after months of deadlock when Trump opposed a pro-Iran alternative.
US average gasoline prices hit a four-year high of $4.30 per gallon on Thursday, according to AAA.
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.
OpenAI faces lawsuits alleging negligence for failing to report the shooter's account to authorities after it was flagged for gun violence activity and planning.
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.
Senate Republicans blocked a resolution that would have prevented President Donald Trump from ordering military action against Cuba without congressional approval.
Senators Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) and Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) introduced the Connected Vehicle Security Act on Wednesday to ban Chinese vehicles and auto parts from the U.S. market.
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.
Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, faces two counts of premeditated murder in the first degree with a weapon in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, two Bangladeshi doctoral students.
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.
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.
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.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs after President Trump extended the Iran ceasefire with hopes for diplomatic resolution.
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.
Stock futures rose early Wednesday after President Donald Trump extended the U.S. ceasefire with Iran, reversing market losses from the previous day amid investor relief over diplomacy continuing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Twenty-nine people have died in ICE custody since October, the start of the federal government's fiscal year, already surpassing 2004's toll of 28, the previous record, according to government data.
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 the Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' for commercial traffic during ceasefire, marking potential breakthrough after blockade and failed negotiations.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif undertook a four-day regional tour while Army Chief Asim Munir arrived in Tehran to continue mediation as the US-Iran ceasefire approaches expiration on April 22.
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.
Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose decomposed body was found in his Tesla, reigniting debates over celebrity accountability and the presumption of innocence.
Anthropic restricts release of Mythos AI model due to unprecedented cybersecurity capabilities, launching Project Glasswing to give defenders time to patch vulnerabilities before broader access.
President Donald Trump lashed out against Pope Leo XIV, accusing him of being "WEAK on Crime" and "terrible for Foreign Policy," as the leader of the Catholic Church recently emerged as an outspoken critic of the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Trump claims Iran has agreed to surrender enriched uranium and renounce nuclear weapons, but Iran maintains total silence on the deal.
Russia unleashed a barrage of hundreds of drones and missiles against Ukraine overnight, killing at least 18 people in its most intense attack of the year.
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was agreed on April 16, 2026, amid broader Iran-U.S. negotiations.
Russia unleashed a barrage of hundreds of drones and missiles against Ukraine overnight, killing at least 18 people in its most intense attack of the year.
Airlines worldwide are scaling back routes as jet fuel prices have doubled due to the Iran war, with United cutting 5% capacity and Lufthansa grounding planes.
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.
Alejandro Cabrera Clemente, a 49-year-old from Mexico, died on April 11, 2026, at Winn Correctional Center in Louisiana, marking the 16th ICE detainee death of 2026.
Senate Republicans on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump's war in Iran, turning aside a resolution that would require the U.S. to withdraw forces from the conflict until Congress authorizes further action.
Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir arrived in Tehran on Wednesday evening to mediate between US and Iran before ceasefire expires.
Grok continues to generate sexualized images of people without consent, despite Musk's pledge months ago to halt abusive deepfakes.
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.
Péter Magyar's Tisza party defeated Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule in Hungary with 69% of votes, signaling a rejection of autocracy and realignment toward the EU amid record turnout.
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.
Israel and Lebanon held first direct diplomatic talks in decades on April 14, aiming to negotiate Hezbollah disarmament and end their conflict, though deep divisions remain.
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.'
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.
Ex-CIA Director John Brennan argues the 25th Amendment was specifically designed for a president like Trump, citing his threatening Iran rhetoric and nuclear weapons control.
West Texas Intermediate crude jumped 8.61% to $104.88 per barrel after Trump announced the Strait of Hormuz blockade following failed peace talks.
US stock markets rally as investors bet on eventual Iran peace deal despite Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade announcement.
President Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV for his criticisms of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, calling him "WEAK on crime."
U.S. military began blockading Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday morning after weekend peace talks between the U.S. and Iran collapsed.
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.
Hungary's Viktor Orbán ousted in landslide as Péter Magyar's Tisza party wins, signaling political change and new EU dynamics.
Viktor Orbán conceded defeat after 16 years as Hungary's prime minister, with Peter Mágyar's Tisza party winning 138 seats—more than the two-thirds majority required for a supermajority.
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.
Viktor Orbán conceded defeat after 16 years as Hungary's Prime Minister as the opposition Tisza party won a two-thirds majority.
Trump pledged U.S. economic support to Hungary if Orbán won, but opposition leader Péter Magyar won a landslide victory, dealing Trump a rare defeat.
Stock futures plunged and oil surged after President Trump announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following failed U.S.-Iran peace talks, with Dow futures falling 517 points and crude reaching $104 per barrel.
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."
Artemis II crew received a hero's welcome Saturday at Johnson Space Center after splashing down Friday, reuniting with families for the first time since their historic 10-day lunar journey.
U.S. has spent $28 billion on Iran war, raising debate over whether funds could better address healthcare, housing, and domestic priorities instead.
Four astronauts splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off San Diego, completing a nearly 10-day journey that took them 252,756 miles from home—the farthest distance humans have traveled.
Sabrina Carpenter apologized for dismissing a traditional Arabic celebratory call as 'weird' following backlash that her comments were insensitive.
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.
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 175 prisoners of war each on Saturday, mediated by the UAE, as a 32-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire began.
Hungary votes Sunday in a pivotal test of Viktor Orbán's "illiberal democracy," as challenger Péter Magyar taps voter frustration.
On April 8, 2026, Israel launched what it described as 'the most strong attacks' across Lebanon, killing at least 357 people, marking the deadliest single day of the conflict.
Israel's Cabinet secretly approved the establishment of 34 new settlements in the occupied West Bank — Israel's largest-ever recognition of unauthorized outposts in a single step.
Lockheed Martin secured a $4.7 billion contract to accelerate production of Patriot interceptor missiles following a seven-year agreement to more than triple annual output.
Ukraine's top negotiator reports progress toward peace deal, saying resolution to war may not take long to achieve.
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.
Shipping remains at a standstill in the Strait of Hormuz despite the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, with just four transits recorded in early days despite Trump's demand for "complete, immediate" reopening.
US-Iran two-week ceasefire announced, faces immediate strain as Israel attacks Lebanon despite conflicting claims about agreement scope.
Israeli spokesperson claims to have killed Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem in April 9 strikes; claim later disputed as only his nephew was confirmed killed.
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.
IATA warns jet fuel supply recovery will take months even if Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz due to Middle East refining capacity damage.
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.
The U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on April 8, 2026, but a large gulf has emerged between the U.S. and Iranian interpretations of the ceasefire since the agreement was announced, particularly over the Strait of Hormuz, with Trump demanding complete, immediate and safe opening while Iran plans to demand that ships pay tolls.
VP Vance openly campaigned for Orbán at a Hungary rally, saying he wanted to "help as much as I possibly can" ahead of the April 12 vote, while telling the crowd "we have got to get Viktor Orbán reelected" and calling on Hungarian voters to "stand against the bureaucrats in Brussels."
Trump lashed out at NATO over its reluctance to join Washington's war on Iran, writing on Truth Social that NATO wasn't there when needed and won't be there again.
Trump targets Greenland again amid Iran war, posting on Truth Social that "NATO WASN'T THERE WHEN WE NEEDED THEM" and demanding to "REMEMBER GREENLAND, THAT BIG, POORLY RUN, PIECE OF ICE"
Airlines worldwide are raising prices and cutting flights as the Iran war drives jet fuel costs to near-record highs despite a ceasefire announcement.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1,326.33 points, or 2.85%, to 47,910.79 as a last-minute, two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran lifted investor sentiment.
Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif made an 11-hour appeal to Trump to extend his Iran deadline by two weeks and to Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz, which appeared to have swayed both Trump and Iran to agree to a two-week ceasefire.
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.
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.