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US President Donald Trump on Monday defended his now deleted social media post that appeared to depict himself as Jesus Christ, contending that it was meant to portray him as “a doctor” after right-wing figures continued a recent trend of pushing back on the president’s recent comments. “Well, it wasn’t a depiction. It was me, I did post it.
Prime minister has also lured MPs from rival parties in recent months as he seeks to counter Trump’s threats Prime minister has also lured MPs from rival parties in recent months as he seeks to counter Trump’s threats.
Trump said he is not weak on crime like Pope Leo.
Top US Senate Democrats again try for war powers resolution – as it happened The Guardian Top US Senate Democrats again try for war powers resolution – as it happened The Guardian.
Asked about the post, Mr. Trump denied that he was trying to look like Jesus Christ Trump denied that he was trying to look like Jesus Christ.
On his clash with the pope, Trump was equally defiant: "There's nothing to apologize for. He's wrong." He's wrong.".
Despite numerous obstacles to peace, both sides appear to have strong reasons to consider de-escalation Despite numerous obstacles to peace, both sides appear to have strong reasons to consider de-escalation.
Live updates: U. S. blockade of Iran's ports goes into effect; Trump says he doesn't care about new talks NBC News blockade of Iran's ports goes into effect; Trump says he doesn't care about new talks NBC News.
The move sets the stage for a showdown as Iran has responded with threats against ports in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman The move sets the stage for a showdown as Iran has responded with threats against ports in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.
US and Iran could ‘be headed for second round of talks’ on Thursday, say officials.
Police in New York arrested around 100 anti-war protesters during a sit-in demanding an end to US arms for Israel.
Officials said they were discussing a second round of face-to-face talks Officials said they were discussing a second round of face-to-face talks.
Jet fuel shortages and surging prices are forcing flight cancellations across the Asia-Pacific, a squeeze that could intensify after the United States began controlling oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz following failed peace talks with Iran. Tehran’s effective closure of the strait – a chokepoint for about 20 per cent of global oil supply – is hitting regional airlines, particularly in c.
The bust of an illegal transfer of oil between tankers in Malaysian waters has returned the spotlight to the shadow fleet trade in fuel – much of it from sanctioned nations – in Southeast Asia, which continues despite the paralysis of legitimate shipping routes triggered by the Iran war. Two tankers were intercepted in waters off Bagan Ajam, off the coast of Penang, on Saturday during an alleged i Two tankers were intercepted in waters off Bagan Ajam, off the coast of Penang, on Saturday during an alleged i.
Vice President JD Vance sought a 20-year suspension in weekend negotiations, which ended without an agreement a day before the U. S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz began. President Trump rejected the Iranian offer.
The U. S. military said the blockade would begin at 1930 hours IST and apply to all ships leaving or seeking to dock at Iranian harbours, but as the deadline passed there was no announcement that the measure had come into effect, nor sign of any interceptions military said the blockade would begin at 1930 hours IST and apply to all ships leaving or seeking to dock at Iranian harbours, but as the deadline passed there was no announcement that the measure had come into effect, nor sign of any interceptions Donald Trump vows U. S.
US Vice President JD Vance said that the US has no flexibility on two demands - the control of Iran's enriched uranium and a system to ensure it does not develop a nuclear weapon in the future.
Live updates: Trump warns Iran as US military blockade on Iranian ports takes effect CNN Live updates: Trump warns Iran as US military blockade on Iranian ports takes effect CNN.
Pezeshkian says discussions can only happen within framework of ‘international law’ Pezeshkian says discussions can only happen within framework of ‘international law’.
Dollar steady as US blocks Iranian ships, talks continue.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said a ceasefire between the United States and Iran was “holding” and that efforts were under way to reach an agreement Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said a ceasefire between the United States and Iran was “holding” and that efforts were under way to reach an agreement.
Fact Check Team: US and Iran face narrowing path to peace under ceasefire deadline KATU Fact Check Team: US and Iran face narrowing path to peace under ceasefire deadline KATU.
US military officials have offered few details about how the blockade will actually work.
JD Vance accuses Iran of ‘economic terrorism’ in Strait of Hormuz as US blockade comes into effect.
Iran accuses US of committing piracy as thousands rally in Tehran against the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Hundreds of Hezbollah supporters protested on Friday (April 10, 2026) and Saturday (April 11, 2026) against the planned talks, accusing Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam of being a "zionist" Hundreds of Hezbollah supporters protested on Friday (April 10, 2026) and Saturday (April 11, 2026) against the planned talks, accusing Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam of being a "zionist".
A 20-year-old Texan faces potential life imprisonment after arson attack on Sam Altman's San Francisco residence.
Algae blooms can rapidly deplete oxygen levels in the water or release toxins, creating dangerous conditions that can lead to large-scale fish deaths within a short period.
Hudson Place Residences, a new development in One-North, builds on the area’s transformation into a vibrant hub for innovation and tech talent.
HSBC chair says Middle East peace deal needed to restore global energy flows.
Magnitude 5.7 earthquake strikes Silver Springs, Nevada, USGS says.
Trade-dependent nation vulnerable to sharp increases in oil and gas prices Trade-dependent nation vulnerable to sharp increases in oil and gas prices.
Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep are delivering a parade of show-stopping designer looks on the press tour, with ensembles by Chanel, Celine, Prada, Schiaparelli and more.
Nissan to streamline global lineup to 45 models from 56.
Also in this newsletter, workers protest for better wages Also in this newsletter, workers protest for better wages.
How Information Disorder Shapes Global Politics Noozhawk How Information Disorder Shapes Global Politics Noozhawk.
Hong Kong taxpayers may have to shoulder nearly HK$28 billion (US$3.57 billion) in bad loans from a now-defunct, fully government-backed financing scheme designed to help smaller enterprises survive the Covid pandemic. Official data released to legislators showed that of the 67,189 loan applications approved under the special scheme, 13,231 had defaulted by the end of February, involving a total s Official data released to legislators showed that of the 67,189 loan applications approved under the special scheme, 13,231 had defaulted by the end of February, involving a total s.
The pop star faced DUI suspicion after erratic driving reports. She entered rehab shortly after her release from jail.
The forecast for core and headline inflation was raised to 1.5 to 2.5 per cent, from 1 to 2 per cent previously.
A Minnesota county is investigating the arrest of a Hmong American man by federal officers that was captured on video as a potential case of kidnapping, burglary and false imprisonment, officials said on Monday.
Footage shows staff injecting without gloves and reusing syringes, but the hospital boss refuses to acknowledge it is genuine.
Bank of Korea governor nominee positive about won-denominated stablecoins.
As the new Communist Party chief of China’s southern manufacturing hub Shenzhen, Jin Lei is facing his first major test as the city prepares to host the Apec leaders’ summit in November. Beijing is seeking more cooperation with the bloc in areas like artificial intelligence, and the key regional forum is an opportunity to show the potential in tech-driven Shenzhen, where Jin took the helm last mon.
Tripling of restrictions in past five years underlines Beijing’s sway over crucial supply chains Tripling of restrictions in past five years underlines Beijing’s sway over crucial supply chains.
A 32-year-old Chinese man who went to hospital suffering from stomach pain was shocked to discover that a mercury thermometer he had swallowed 20 years ago was still inside him. The man, surnamed Wang, from Wenzhou in Zhejiang province, southeastern China, had sought treatment at the Longgang branch of The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University.
Pakistan is considering financing from both countries and banks as options to repay a US$3 billion loan from the United Arab Emirates and help maintain foreign exchange reserve levels amid soaring oil prices, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said. The South Asian country this month failed to reach an agreement with the UAE to roll over the debt for the first time in seven years, adding pressure.
It is the couple's first visit to Australia since 2018 when they were working royals.
Japan’s effort to shield itself from President Donald Trump’s tariffs is facing a new backlash, with environmental groups warning that US projects tied to Tokyo’s investment pledge could generate greenhouse gases equal to around 20 per cent of Japan’s annual emissions. The Japanese government agreed to invest 5.7 trillion yen (US$35.6 billion) in the three projects as part of the first round of sp.
The BBC spoke to people in Sydney to hear their thoughts on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s trip to Australia.
A leading European business association in China has urged Brussels to avoid becoming a “passive recipient” of US-China trade negotiations, as European firms scramble to navigate Beijing’s export controls. In a report released on Tuesday, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China asserted that the EU must take the lead in discussions affecting its interests, while urging Beijing to avoid a o.
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