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Israel and Hezbollah Trade Strikes in Lebanon, as Iran Talks Remain on Hold
Israel and Hezbollah exchanged strikes in Lebanon as US-Iran talks stalled. Cease-fires in Lebanon and Iran are on shaky ground, with military attacks flaring and direct talks between Washington and Tehran to end their war stalled.
Iran and U.S. Sink Into Awkward Limbo of ‘No War, No Peace’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi continued diplomatic efforts over the weekend, but US President Donald Trump scrapped a visit to Pakistan by his envoys, casting doubt on US-Iran peace hopes. The stalemate risks escalating tensions without a deal.
Trump, top officials likely target of shooting at White House correspondents’ dinner: U.S. Attorney
US Attorney General says a gunman targeted Trump administration officials. The suspect will be charged with assault and discharging a firearm on April 27, 2026. The suspect will be formally charged in federal court on Monday (April 27, 2026) with assault of a federal officer and discharging a firearm in an attempt to kill a federal officer.
US-Iran peace hopes fade despite foreign minister's diplomatic push
US President Donald Trump cancelled a visit to Pakistan by his envoys, undermining Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's diplomatic push for peace. The move suggests fading hopes for a US-Iran agreement, despite Araghchi's continued shuttle diplomacy.
Trump and Saudi Arabia: More Transactional Than Ever
Trump's relationship with Saudi Arabia is transactional. He values their financial support. Trump and Saudi Arabia: More Transactional Than Ever Georgetown Journal of International Affairs.
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi returns to Islamabad as Pakistan races to save talks with U.S.
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi returned to Islamabad to save talks with the US. Two Pakistani officials did not say when the Americans might return to the region to follow up on historic face-to-face talks earlier this month.
US-Israel-Iran War Ceasefire News Live Updates: Iran shares 'workable framework' with Pak on ending
Iran shared a framework to end the war with Pakistan as the US holds back its envoy. US-Israel-Iran War Ceasefire News Live Updates: Iran shares 'workable framework' with Pak on ending war as US holds back envoy for talks The Times of India.
Iranian foreign minister headed to Islamabad for "key consultative meetings" with Pakistani
Iranian Foreign Minister met Pakistani officials in Islamabad for consultative meetings. Live Updates: Iranian foreign minister headed to Islamabad for "key consultative meetings" with Pakistani officials CBS News.
What’s the latest as the Islamabad talks stall?
US and Iran stuck to their positions as Islamabad talks stalled. Washington and Tehran stick to their positions as mediators hope for a diplomatic breakthrough in US-Israel war on Iran.
What lies ahead for Gaza after ceasefires in Iran and Lebanon?
A ceasefire in Iran and Lebanon may shift focus to Gaza, where a deadlock over Hamas' weapons and future governance threatens a truce. Regional de-escalation efforts may now target Gaza to address the impasse. Gaza's situation remains uncertain amid the complex negotiations.
Iran behind Trump dinner shooting? US President hits back with ‘winning the…war’ message
US President responds to claims Iran was behind a shooting at a dinner. Iran behind Trump dinner shooting? US President hits back with ‘winning thewar’ message.
Israel PM says Hezbollah 'dismantling' ceasefire with Lebanon
Israel's Prime Minister says Hezbollah is dismantling the ceasefire with Lebanon.
10 Minutes Before Firing At Trump Event, Shooter Sent A Manifesto To Family
Allen's brother alerted authorities 10 minutes before the shooting at a Trump event, after receiving a manifesto from the shooter. The event was cancelled and Trump was not injured. It was Allen's brother who first raised the alarm.
White House correspondents' dinner shooting LIVE: Shooting suspect wrote anti-Christian manifesto
A suspect targeted the White House correspondents' dinner in Washington. Acting U. S. Attorney General Todd Blanche said officials believe that the suspect traveled by train to Chicago and then on to Washington, where he checked in as a guest to the hotel where one of Washington's glitziest events was being held Saturday night.
Colombia highway bomb attack kills 19
Suspected guerrillas detonated explosives on the Pan-American Highway in southwest Colombia, killing 19 people. The region has seen escalating violence over the past few days. Suspected guerillas carried out a deadly explosives attack on the Pan-American Highway in southwest Colombia.
Did Trump know about attack in advance? US President’s ‘crazy people’ response
US President Donald Trump said he was the target of the attack at a White House briefing. He responded to questions about the incident by saying some people are "crazy".
Donald Trump Pushes 'Ballroom' Agenda With 'Won't Have Happened' Post On Shooting
Donald Trump claimed he was the target of the attack at a White House briefing. He later posted on social media that the shooting would not have happened if he had been present.
Trump was likely target of shooting at White House Correspondents' dinner, says US official
Cole Tomas Allen will be charged with attempting to kill a federal officer. The suspect, identified by a law enforcement official as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, will be charged on Monday with multiple offences, including attempting to kill a federal officer.
War, the Gulf & Rethinking Money in Sport
Samantha Johnson examines how geopolitics could impact the business of sport in the Gulf region. She explores the potential effects of war and shifting global dynamics on the sports industry.
Chornobyl 40 Years Later. The Danger Is Real Again
Ukraine's Chornobyl nuclear site faces new dangers 40 years after the disaster. Chornobyl 40 Years Later. The Danger Is Real Again UNITED24 Media.
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