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Fighting continued in southern Lebanon between Israel and Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants, even as Israeli and Lebanese diplomats met in Washington. The war in Lebanon has threatened to undermine the U. S.-Iran cease-fire.
JD Vance was involved in the talks last weekend in Pakistan JD Vance was involved in the talks last weekend in Pakistan.
US Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Qatar rejects claims of any deal with Iran, says attacks continued until ceasefire The Times of India US Israel Iran War News Live Updates: Qatar rejects claims of any deal with Iran, says attacks continued until ceasefire The Times of India.
The announcement came after Israeli and Lebanese envoys held more than two hours of talks mediated by U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
The U. S.-sanctioned tanker Rich Starry made its way back to the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday (April 15, 2026) after exiting the Gulf the day before, shipping data showed, failing to break through a U. S. blockade on vessels calling at Iranian ports blockade on vessels calling at Iranian ports.
A three-year-old and a 14-year-old were among those killed in Israel's latest strikes on northern Gaza.
Oil prices fall for a second day on expectations US-Iran talks may resume.
At least three ships sailing from Iranian ports crossed the Strait of Hormuz despite a US military blockade, but some vessels taking the route later turned back, maritime tracking data indicated on Tuesday (Apr 14).
US president says meetings could happen this week in Islamabad but further discussions will take place in Europe US president says meetings could happen this week in Islamabad but further discussions will take place in Europe.
The IMF says that Iran, Iraq, Qatar among hardest-hit economies; Pakistan proposes new U. S.-Iran talks as Vance and Trump hint at progress The IMF says that Iran, Iraq, Qatar among hardest-hit economies; Pakistan proposes new U. S.-Iran talks as Vance and Trump hint at progress.
The US official said the two tankers were among the six merchant vessels the US Central Command said.
As the US imposes its own blockade on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of talks with Iran at the weekend, we take a look at how major economies in Asia and Europe could be affected by further restrictions on passage through one of the world’s most critical choke points for energy supplies. Who is most vulnerable in this energy crisis? recent report by Jap.
US president says second round of talks could be held in Pakistan as blockade of Iranian ports continues.
The meeting marks the first direct talks between the two sides, though US officials say more time is needed.
British aid to double as 19m people face acute hunger, but summit unlikely to end conflict amid Saudi-UAE tensions The British foreign secretary, Yvette Cooper, will urge Sudan’s warring parties to “cease bloodshed” during a major conference on Wednesday, which analysts believe is unlikely to deliver a significant step towards peace. The talks in Berlin – held on the third anniversary of the start.
What three years of war have done to Sudan.
Israeli and Lebanese envoys held more than two hours of talks mediated by Marco Rubio.
Jaishankar speaks to Israel's foreign minister about failed US-Iran talks | US-Iran peace talks fail in Pakistan | geopulse Jaishankar speaks to Israel's foreign minister about failed US-Iran talks | US-Iran peace talks fail in Pakistan | geopulse.
The US naval blockade of Iranian ports is not a tactic to force China to pressure Iran into a peace deal, the US aimed to end the war through showing its maritime supremacy over the world’s most vital energy chokepoint, they argued. Washington began to enforce the blockade on Monday, drawing threats of retaliation from Tehran. It remains unclear how fully the blockad.
Five Hong Kong bars rethink the cocktail glass, from agave spirits to umami-driven drinks.
Former Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte discussed removing President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr from office and even considered assassination if a supposed power-sharing deal fell apart, a jailed witness told a House impeachment hearing into Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio. Ramil Madriaga, a self-described political organiser, intelligence operative and bagman who said he had once been close to Dute Ramil Madriaga, a self-described political organiser, intelligence operative and bagman who said he had once been close to Dute.
Talk of war dominates Tehran as ceasefire deadline nears PBS Talk of war dominates Tehran as ceasefire deadline nears PBS.
The latest strike brings the death toll to 175 since the operations began in early September The latest strike brings the death toll to 175 since the operations began in early September.
At least nine people have been arrested following the stampede, including police officers and ministry employees.
Hong Kong authorities should consider the impact of technological developments when drafting policies, observers have said, noting the government’s decision to halt plans for basketball betting reflected a lack of thorough discussion.
For Hong Kong’s 3.3 million PayMe users, everyday transactions such as buying coffee or splitting bills with friends could soon involve stablecoins, with HSBC preparing to introduce the digital currency in the second half of this year. That comes after HSBC Holdings, together with a Standard Chartered-led joint venture, became the first to obtain a stablecoin issuer licence from the Hong Kong Mone.
Anthropic draws VC interest at up to $800 billion valuation, Business Insider reports.
Raphinha fumes at refereeing after Barcelona's Champions League exit.
Democrats say they will continue to insist on reforms to the agencies.
As viewers tune in for his flawless looks, the actor’s appeal points to a deeper shift in Chinese dramas where male leads are styled, shot and adored like never before.
Even without a backyard, you can grow your own vegetables from an HDB window, says urban farmer Joy Chee. The co-founder of The Freestyle Farmers shares how she is helping Singaporeans rediscover the joy of growing their own food.
Griezmann dares to dream after Atletico oust Barca in his farewell season.
For years, Peter Magyar was a loyal ally of Viktor Orban, the far-right Hungarian leader. Then he changed sides. and defeated his former boss in a landslide victory on Sunday. Does he represent real change.
Report by IFS says policy did little to increase affordability for those on lower incomes Report by IFS says policy did little to increase affordability for those on lower incomes.
Chinese robotics companies are increasingly banking on quadruped robots as major revenue drivers, a trend highlighted by AgiBot’s recent decision to spin out its four-legged robotics unit into a new subsidiary called AgiQuad, and Amap’s coming launch of a quadruped model. The move by AgiBot was intended to drive large-scale growth so that the unit would not “live in the shadow of the humanoid robo The move by AgiBot was intended to drive large-scale growth so that the unit would not “live in the shadow of the humanoid robo.
Earnings for first quarter underline asset manager’s push into investment products that generate higher fees Earnings for first quarter underline asset manager’s push into investment products that generate higher fees.
Launch of GPT-5.4-Cyber follows concern about ability of Anthropic’s Mythos to find software bugs Launch of GPT-5.4-Cyber follows concern about ability of Anthropic’s Mythos to find software bugs.
Atletico Madrid advance 3-2 on aggregate, despite a 2-1 home defeat by Barcelona, in a thrilling encounter.
Taiwan’s political pendulum is reversing. The government led by Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) William Lai Ching-te is increasingly discredited, not least for selling out the jewel of its semiconductor industry to the United States under pressure from President Donald Trump. The Legislative Yuan is controlled by the opposition led by the Kuomintang (KMT). Party politics is now institutionali.
Several restaurants in eastern China are using artificial intelligence (AI) robots to cook as many as 100 dishes to cut costs, sparking a heated discussion on social media. In Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, at least three such eateries have been operating for months, Zhejiang TV reported. One of them, 24 Jieqi Robot Restaurant in the Xihu district uses eight robots which handle ordering, serving, cl One of them, 24 Jieqi Robot Restaurant in the Xihu district uses eight robots which handle ordering, serving, cl.
The countries do not have formal diplomatic relations, and Pyongyang frequently criticises Tokyo over its colonial rule of the Korean peninsula.
The operator of Japan’s Narita International Airport is considering compulsory acquisition of farmers’ land to complete a planned third runway, recalling the forced land purchases that led to violent clashes between riot police and local residents when the airport was built in the 1960s. Narita International Airport Corp (NAA) has been able to secure 88.4 per cent of the land it requires to finish Narita International Airport Corp (NAA) has been able to secure 88.4 per cent of the land it requires to finish.
The move could raise concerns about a possible conflict of interest, given that US President Donald Trump's personal wealth and business dealings are managed by Eric and other members of his family.
US envoy to India Sergio Gor described the call as "very positive and productive." US envoy to India Sergio Gor described the call as "very positive and productive.".
The term ‘Third World’ is outdated | International Relations Beyond the West The Daily Free Press The term ‘Third World’ is outdated | International Relations Beyond the West The Daily Free Press.
Police in France have arrested students in Paris during a sit-in against a controversial anti-Semitism bill.
Watchdog bans Lidl pastry advertisement while items from kebab chain are cleared Watchdog bans Lidl pastry advertisement while items from kebab chain are cleared.
Venezuelan president says limited sanctions relief has not been enough to stabilise the country's turbulent economy.
U.S. eases sanctions on Venezuela central bank.
The Democratic representative has resigned his seat in Congress over multiple sexual misconduct allegations.
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