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'Take responsibility': UK PM Starmer tells social media firms on online safety

'Take responsibility': UK PM Starmer tells social media firms on online safety.

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.

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.

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.

Lyse Doucet: Under fragile ceasefire, Iranians wonder if US deal can be done

The BBC's chief international correspondent reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to war intensify.

Israel, U.S. goals 'identical'; prepared for any scenario: Netanyahu

Referring to ongoing operations in Bint Jbeil, a key Hezbollah stronghold in southern Lebanon, Mr. Netanyahu said Israeli forces were close to overcoming the area, which has long been considered a symbol of the group’s resistance since the 2006 war Netanyahu said Israeli forces were close to overcoming the area, which has long been considered a symbol of the group’s resistance since the 2006 war.

Three paramedics killed in south Lebanon, Israel says 200 Hezbollah targets hit

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least three paramedics, with the health ministry saying Israel attacked rescue teams “three consecutive times”.

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 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 Continues To Strike Hezbollah Amid Lebanon Peace Talk: Netanyahu

Netanyahu said that Israel wants dismantling of Hezbollah and a sustainable peace.

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.

U.S. Senate Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers

U.S. Senate Republicans block latest bid to rein in Trump Iran war powers.

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.

Guterres urges end to arms flow as Sudan war enters fourth year

The flow of weapons to Sudan must stop, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres pleaded on the war's third anniversary.

US Senate rejects another war powers resolution to limit Trump on Iran

Fourth Senate War Powers vote - first since Trump threatened to destroy Iranian civilisation - fails to gain traction.

World Bank Chief Economist Warns Of Hunger Risk From War In Iran

The blocking of Strait of Hormuz has sent fertilizer prices soaring since they rely on oil-based inputs.

Israeli support for Iran attack slumps, shows survey

Data shows that only 57% now hold the view that Netanyahu’s decision to launch the Operation was primarily driven by strategic security-related considerations Data shows that only 57% now hold the view that Netanyahu’s decision to launch the Operation was primarily driven by strategic security-related considerations.

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.

Pakistani army chief in Tehran amid bid to restart US talks

Pakistan’s army chief has arrived in Iran for high-level talks aimed at reviving negotiations between Iran and the US.

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.

Iran Bought Chinese Satellite In Orbit, Then Used It To Target US Bases: 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.

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.

Frank Gardner: What is China's role in the Iran war?

BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the world's second-largest economy fits into the Gulf conflict.

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

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

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.

Can Trump get a better Iran deal than Obama?

The 2015 Iran deal curbed Tehran's nuclear program until the US pulled out. After years of failed diplomacy and 40 days of war, talks are back on. Donald Trump has said he can strike a "better" deal than Barack Obama.

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.

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.

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.

Bayern late show sinks Real Madrid in epic quarter-final

Bayern late show sinks Real Madrid in epic quarter-final.

New investigation launched into owners of Swiss bar after 41 died in New Year's fire

The owners of the Swiss bar Le Constellation, which caught on fire on New Year's Eve, killing 41 young people, have been placed under criminal investigation by Italian prosecutors, Sky News understands.

Arsenal scrape past Sporting to reach Champions League semi-finals

Arsenal scrape past Sporting to reach Champions League semi-finals.

Ticketmaster-owner Live Nation ran a monopoly and overcharged fans, jury finds

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

Six Reasons Claude Mythos Is an Inflection Point for AI. and Global Security - Council on Foreign…

Six Reasons Claude Mythos Is an Inflection Point for AI. and Global Security Council on Foreign Relations and Global Security Council on Foreign Relations.

Nine killed in second Turkish school shooting in two days

Eight students and one teacher died in the attack,.

Hungary’s Magyar urges president to quit, vows to overhaul state media

Incoming Prime Minister Peter Magyar says his government could be formed by mid-May.

US government shutdown has slowed World Cup security planning, homeland security official says

US government shutdown has slowed World Cup security planning, homeland security official says.

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.

Could the US oil blockade snuff out the Cuban cigar?

Since January, the Trump administration has blocked foreign oil to Cuba. Will the island's cigars survive the crisis.

Popes have spoken out on politics before. But with Trump and Pope Leo it's different

President Trump's attacks on Pope Leo are unprecedented, religious experts told NPR. Here's how the situation differs from other popes' political critiques.

Trump posts image of himself with Jesus as administration's Pope criticism continues

High-profile individuals with ties to politics and Catholicism continued to weigh in on the administration’s feud with the Pope.

US envoy Waltz appears to torpedo Bachelet as next UN leader - Reuters

US envoy Waltz appears to torpedo Bachelet as next UN leader Reuters US envoy Waltz appears to torpedo Bachelet as next UN leader Reuters.

Trump-backed World Liberty Financial's early investors won’t be able to fully cash out until after…

Trump-backed World Liberty Financial's early investors won’t be able to fully cash out until after.

Trump threatens to fire Fed chair Powell if he doesn't leave in May

Donald Trump's threat marks the latest escalation in his ongoing spat with Jerome Powell.

What is Trump-backed SAVE America Act and what could it mean for US vote?

US Senate resumes debate on controversial bill requiring more proof of citizenship, which Trump calls top priority.

"Turn Around Or Will Use Force": US Warning To Ships Transiting Hormuz

US Central Command has released audio recordings of its naval forces enforcing the blockade.

WATCH: U.S. Ambassador to UN Mike Waltz testifies before Senate Foreign Relations Committee - PBS

WATCH: U. S. Ambassador to UN Mike Waltz testifies before Senate Foreign Relations Committee PBS Ambassador to UN Mike Waltz testifies before Senate Foreign Relations Committee PBS.