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Iran handed a new proposal to Pakistan on Thursday evening, amid stalled US peace talks. The text of the proposal was handed to mediator Pakistan on Thursday (Apr 30) evening, Iranian state media reported.
In Lebanon, frustration with Hezbollah is turning to support as Israel's actions in the south escalate. Many are seeking protection from the group amid the fraying cease-fire. With the cease-fire fraying and Israel demolishing villages in the south, many Hezbollah supporters in Lebanon are putting aside their annoyance with the group and turning to it for protection.
The UAE expressed distrust in Iran over Hormuz, hindering peace efforts. The Trump administration previously stated its war in Iran had been 'terminated' before a 60-day deadline. Trump administration says its war in Iran has been ’terminated’ before 60-day deadline.
The Middle East crisis strains global food, fuel, and aid systems. The strain on food, fuel and aid systems worldwide continues as the Middle East crisis deepens. Rising oil prices, supply disruptions and mounting transport costs are affecting humanitarian operations and access to essential goods far beyond the region.
Saudi Arabia is pulling back from a costly golf venture due to financial concerns. The kingdom is pulling back from a costly and high-profile golf venture amid mounting financial concerns, raising questions about its plans.
Singapore's foreign minister, Vivian Balakrishnan, will visit the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar from May 2 to May 5. His working visit is expected to strengthen ties with Gulf leaders.
The UAE has expressed distrust towards Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, calling its actions "treacherous aggression." The Iranian blockade has largely closed the strategic waterway. Strait Of Hormuz remains largely closed because of an Iranian blockade.
US Defence Secretary Hegseth announced that the deadline for seeking approval for Iran war has been paused. The ceasefire will stop the clock for the president to report to Congress.
Uganda proposes a law with up to 20 years in prison for promoting foreign interests and restricts overseas-funded groups.
The Iran war sparked a fertiliser crisis, causing global food security fears due to shortages and supply chain issues. Fertiliser crisis caused by Iran war sparks global food security fears Euronews. com.
Iran tightened press controls, treating truth as a security threat, and strictly controlling information. For many journalists in Iran, the truth is increasingly being treated as a security threat. Authorities are tightening an already repressive reporting environment, where information is strictly controlled.
Thompson-Herah returned to competition after missing Paris due to injury.
Bulgaria's new government aims to reduce Delyan Peevski's hold on power. Delyan Peevski was a focus of protests that led to Bulgarian elections. Can a new government shake his hold on power?
The Pentagon reached agreements with leading AI companies, including Google and Microsoft, to develop and deploy AI technologies for military use. The agreements aim to accelerate AI adoption in the US military.
Argentina's Milei may use Trump ties to challenge the UK over the islands. As US-UK relations nosedive, questions are mounting over whether Trump might shift Washington's position on the islands.
Lufthansa is searching for a lost Oscar after a US airport security row. Lufthansa says searching for Oscar lost after US airport security row Tioga Publishing.
The US redefined Bitcoin as a national security asset amid global tensions. US redefines Bitcoin as national security asset amid global tensions Crypto Briefing.
A Chinese court ruled that AI automation is not a valid reason for firing employees. The decision aims to protect workers from unfair dismissal due to technological changes. Chinese court states AI automation is not a major reason for employee dismissal.
Myanmar's military is stemming losses and reclaiming territory after five years of war with armed resistance groups. After five years of war, armed resistance groups still challenge Myanmar's military across much of the country.
Riots erupted in Australia after a suspect was arrested for the murder of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby. Australian authorities appeal for calm after riots over killing of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby.
Gaston Browne is set to win a fourth term as Antigua and Barbuda's prime minister with 15 of 17 seats.
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