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US President Trump cancelled a trip by US negotiators to Pakistan for peace talks after Iranian diplomat Araghchi left Islamabad without a deal. The move comes amid strained relations between the US and Pakistan.
Punjab pulled off a record chase against Delhi in a cricket match despite a century from Rahul. The team's victory was a surprise upset in a highly anticipated match.
Armed groups launched co-ordinated attacks across Mali, sparking explosions and gunfire in the centre and north. The attacks are described as the largest jihadist assault in years, with witnesses reporting clashes.
Iran's Foreign Minister met Pakistan's Army chief and resumed commercial flights from Tehran's airport. Iran resumes commercial flights from Tehran’s international airport for the first time since the conflict with the U. S.
A tanker was hijacked off Somalia's coast and taken into its waters northeast of Mareeyo. The tanker was seized northeast of the Somali city of Mareeyo on Tuesday.
Pakistan's Deputy PM vowed to continue efforts for regional peace and stability. There is no official word on whether direct talks between Washington and Tehran will take place during the visit.
The US Navy is searching for Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route. The operation aims to ensure safe passage through the waterway, which is a key chokepoint for global oil supplies.
Jason Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to head to Pakistan for Iran peace talks. The talks are scheduled to take place today, with the US aiming to facilitate discussions on Iran's influence in the region.
Israeli raids killed four people in southern Lebanon after targeting a truck and a motorcycle in the town of Yohmor al-Shaqif. State media reported the fatalities in the recent attacks.
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi met with Pakistan's Army chief Munir, but there is no clarity on whether direct talks between Washington and Tehran will take place during the visit.
An Indonesian soldier was killed in southern Lebanon, becoming the sixth UN peacekeeper to die in recent hostilities. An Indonesian soldier has become the sixth UN peacekeeper killed in recent hostilities in southern Lebanon.
International flights resumed at Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport after weeks of disruption due to the war. International flights have resumed at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport, after weeks of disruption by the war.
Armed groups attacked Mali's capital and main airport. Several locations across the country were also targeted. Armed groups have attacked Mali’s capital, its main airport, and several locations across the country.
Europe prepares for a longer war in Ukraine with no clear path to victory or negotiated peace for Russia or Ukraine. With American dealmakers wrapped up with Iran, neither Russia nor Ukraine has a clear path to victory.
Palestinians in the West Bank and some Gaza residents vote in local elections. Hamas and other groups do not participate. Local elections are held in the occupied West Bank and in one Gazan city, though Hamas and other groups are not taking part.
US officials Vance, Witkoff, and Kushner plan to meet with Pakistani leaders on April 25. Iran has ruled out direct talks with American representatives. Iran made it clear that there would be no direct negotiations with American government representatives.
US immigration arrests decreased by nearly 12% after the Minneapolis killings. 46% of people arrested by ICE had no criminal charges. Nationally, 46% of the people ICE arrested in 5 weeks before February 4 had no criminal charges.
US President Trump claims progress in Middle East wars, citing achievements. However, underlying grievances could reignite conflicts. Trump claims progress in Mideast wars, but grievances could reignite them AP News.
A Ukrainian drone hit a building in a Russian city 1900 kilometers from Kyiv, with smoke seen pouring out of a high-rise. Video published on social media site X showed smoke pouring out of the top of a high-rise building.
Four people died in a strike on a residential building in Dnipro, Ukraine, during a major Russian attack. The city of Dnipro was hardest hit, with officials saying four died in a strike on a residential building.
Terrorists launch coordinated attacks in multiple locations across Mali. The country's army reports the incidents. Terrorists have carried out attacks in various locations across Mali,.
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