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With Iran War on Pause, Political Battle Resumes Over Israeli Democracy

A court fight over Itamar Ben-Gvir, an extremist who oversees the police, pits the attorney general against Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing government.

Iran War Live Updates: Pakistani Mediators Arrive in Iran to Keep Peace Talks Alive

The diplomacy came as the White House dismissed reports that President Trump wanted to extend the cease-fire, while still expressing optimism that talks could yield an agreement.

IMF says Bank of Japan can see through inflationary shock from Iran war

IMF says Bank of Japan can see through inflationary shock from Iran war.

Top U.S. Diplomat in Venezuela Leaves Post After Arriving in January

Laura Dogu, who reopened the U. S. Embassy in Venezuela, returns to advising Gen. Dan Caine, the highest ranking U. S. military officer, as the war with Iran continues.

Pakistan army chief in Tehran to advance next round of US-Iran talks

Sources tell Al Jazeera that Pakistani mediators are hopeful about a breakthrough on Iran's nuclear programme.

Live updates: Trump says war 'close to over' as Iran vows retaliation - USA Today

Live updates: Trump says war 'close to over' as Iran vows retaliation USA Today Live updates: Trump says war 'close to over' as Iran vows retaliation USA Today.

Saudi wealth fund resets priorities after decade of heavy spending

Governor says near-$1tn PIF will focus on efficiency without retreating from global deals Governor says near-$1tn PIF will focus on efficiency without retreating from global deals.

Live Updates: Trump says Iran war "close to over" as Pakistan pushes for new peace talks - CBS News

Live Updates: Trump says Iran war "close to over" as Pakistan pushes for new peace talks CBS News Live Updates: Trump says Iran war "close to over" as Pakistan pushes for new peace talks CBS News.

Pope Leo visits Cameroon with message of peace amid attacks from Trump

US President Donald Trump has lashed out at pope over calls for peace and criticism of US war on Iran.

Lebanon says efforts are under way to reach ceasefire with Israel ‘soon’

The duration of a possible peace would likely be linked to how long a truce between the US and ‌Iran holds The duration of a possible peace would likely be linked to how long a truce between the US and ‌Iran holds.

Iran War News Live Updates: Blockade ‘Fully Implemented’ as Mediators Push for U.S.-Iran Ceasefire…

Iran War News Live Updates: Blockade ‘Fully Implemented’ as Mediators Push for U. S.-Iran Ceasefire Extension WSJ Iran War News Live Updates: Blockade ‘Fully Implemented’ as Mediators Push for U. S.-Iran Ceasefire Extension WSJ.

Israeli triple-tap strike kills three paramedics in Lebanon, officials say

Lebanon's government condemns as a "flagrant crime" the killing of the paramedics, one of whom featured in a BBC report.

Arab Barghouti says rights groups must do more for Palestinian prisoners

Marwan Barghouti's son is challenging human rights groups to do more to stop Israel’s abuse of Palestinian prisoners.

Iran live updates: Trump says war with Iran is ‘very close to over’ - MS NOW

Iran live updates: Trump says war with Iran is ‘very close to over’ MS NOW Iran live updates: Trump says war with Iran is ‘very close to over’ MS NOW.

Israel-Iran war LIVE: Pakistani delegation, led by Army chief Munir, reaches Iran for peace talks

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia before a possible second round of U. S.-Iran peace talks; U. S. says nine vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade says nine vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade.

Hezbollah Hints At Ceasefire In Lebanon, Israel To Ramp Up Attacks

The direct talks between Lebanon and Israel kicked off on Tuesday.

US-Iran War Live Updates: Netanyahu Says US, Israel Have 'Identical Goals' On Iran

US-Iran War Live: The Iran war began when the US and Israel attacked Iran on February 28. Iran responded with its own strikes on Israel and Gulf states that host US bases.

Catholicism Thrives in Africa, but Pope’s Cameroon Visit Highlights a Divide

Catholicism is growing fast on the continent, yet Africans play a comparatively small role in church leadership. Cameroon, where Leo XIV arrived on Wednesday, shows the disparity.

Iran Used Chinese Spy Satellite To Track US Bases During War: Report

The satellite, known as TEE-01B, was developed and launched by the Chinese firm Earth Eye Co The satellite, known as TEE-01B, was developed and launched by the Chinese firm Earth Eye Co.

WATCH: Ex-NATO chief draws red line as Trump fumes alliance abandoned US during Iran war - 930 WFMD…

WATCH: Ex-NATO chief draws red line as Trump fumes alliance abandoned US during Iran war 930 WFMD Free Talk WATCH: Ex-NATO chief draws red line as Trump fumes alliance abandoned US during Iran war 930 WFMD Free Talk.

US, Iran Consider Extending Ceasefire To Buy Time For Peace Talks: Report

Fighting between the US and Iran has been on hold since about April 8 Fighting between the US and Iran has been on hold since about April 8.

‘We Cannot Lose Sight of Ukraine.’ Europeans Promise More Aid to Kyiv.

The focus in recent weeks has been on the conflict in Iran, but European leaders said it was crucial to keep aid flowing to Ukraine.

Countries pledge $1.5bn for Sudan crisis as war enters fourth year

UN chief calls for end to 'nightmare' war as Khartoum rejects international conference as 'colonial tutelage approach'.

US stocks close higher after Trump floats new US-Iran talks within days

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.

More than £1bn pledged for Sudan as humanitarian crisis deepens

Donors exceed funding target at Berlin conference but prospects for ceasefire remain distantMore than £1bn (€1.15bn) has been pledged for war-ravaged Sudan at a conference in Berlin, eclipsing the funding target organisers had set to help mitigate the world’s largest humanitarian crisis.

S&P 500 hits record high as markets surge back from Iran shock

Investors turn attention to strong Wall Street earnings and bet on swift end to war Investors turn attention to strong Wall Street earnings and bet on swift end to war.

Ticketmaster-owner Live Nation overcharged fans as illegal monopoly, jury finds

The lawsuit said the firm's practices had led to higher ticket prices and worse service for customers.

New Hungarian leader Magyar says pro-Orban president must resign

Newly elected Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar urged President Tamas Sulyok to resign for supporting former prime minister Viktor Orban, calling him “unworthy”.

BBC to cut up to 2,000 jobs under 'financial pressures'

The BBC said the cuts could affect “almost one in 10” employees as it aims to reduce costs by £500 million.

US high school principal tackles and disarms gunman as students flee, dramatic video shows

Newly released video shows a high school principal in Oklahoma tackling and disarming a former student who entered the lobby of the school and began firing a pistol. Pauls Valley High School Principal Kirk Moore was shot in the leg during the April 7 attack but managed to wrestle the suspect onto a bench, disarm him and remain on top of him until law enforcement officers arrived,.

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