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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.
Singapore’s revised inflation forecasts remain at a reasonably manageable level, but the outlook is still far from clear, says ANZ’s Khoon Goh.
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.
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.
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.
The BBC's chief international correspondent reports from Iran as diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to war intensify.
A European Union petition is on track to trigger a formal review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.
The decision comes months after Israel became the first country to recognise the territory, in a widely condemned move.
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.
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.
Netanyahu said that Israel wants dismantling of Hezbollah and a sustainable peace.
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.
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.
The flow of weapons to Sudan must stop, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres pleaded on the war's third anniversary.
Fourth Senate War Powers vote - first since Trump threatened to destroy Iranian civilisation - fails to gain traction.
The blocking of Strait of Hormuz has sent fertilizer prices soaring since they rely on oil-based inputs.
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.
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’s army chief has arrived in Iran for high-level talks aimed at reviving negotiations between Iran and the US.
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.
BBC Security Correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the world's second-largest economy fits into the Gulf conflict.
The direct talks between Lebanon and Israel kicked off on Tuesday.
Lebanon's government condemns as a "flagrant crime" the killing of the paramedics, one of whom featured in a BBC report.
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.
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.
From first serious splurge to future heirloom, these timepieces reflect the milestones, transitions and defining pivots that can shape a Singapore woman’s life.
LIV Golf 2026 season on track despite reports of funding crisis - sources.
Lawyers say negative reviews based on opinion are protected, but false statements – even from those who never visited – could carry legal consequences.
President Prabowo Subianto's programme promises long-term savings on fuel imports and subsidies, but limited infrastructure and low consumer confidence may hinder ambition, say analysts.
Having a broader conscript force to draw on will better position the Singapore Armed Forces and Home Team amid military developments, says strategic consultancy managing director Nicholas Fang.
Advances in AI mean the window of time between published IT flaws and their exploitation has effectively vanished, says Parmy Olson for Bloomberg Opinion.
Luis Diaz and Michael Olise score late goals in Munich to give Bayern a dramatic 6-4 aggregate win over Real Madrid.
The verdict could cost Live Nation and Ticketmaster hundreds of millions of dollars.
Bayern late show sinks Real Madrid 6-4 in epic quarter-final.
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.
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 Relations and Global Security Council on Foreign Relations.
Eight students and one teacher died in the attack,.
Incoming Prime Minister Peter Magyar says his government could be formed by mid-May.
Investigation centres on whether Bolsonaro committed defamation by linking Lula to crimes like drug trafficking.
Since January, the Trump administration has blocked foreign oil to Cuba. Will the island's cigars survive the crisis.
President Trump's attacks on Pope Leo are unprecedented, religious experts told NPR. Here's how the situation differs from other popes' political critiques.
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.
Donald Trump's threat marks the latest escalation in his ongoing spat with Jerome Powell.
'Take responsibility': UK PM Starmer tells social media firms on online safety.
US envoy Waltz touts ‘America first’ policy, budget cuts in Senate swipe at UN South China Morning Post US envoy Waltz touts ‘America first’ policy, budget cuts in Senate swipe at UN South China Morning Post.
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.
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