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Trump says Iran war ceasefire holds, despite 'trifle' of attacks: Live
Trump stated the Iran war ceasefire holds despite minor attacks. Trump says Iran war ceasefire holds, despite 'trifle' of attacks: Live USA Today.
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U.S. Fires on Tankers as Tehran Accuses Washington of ‘Reckless’ Attacks
The US fired on Iranian tankers as Tehran accused Washington of reckless attacks. Iran’s foreign minister accused Washington of undermining diplomacy. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U. S. expected to hear from Tehran on Friday.
Pentagon releases video of strikes on Iranian oil tankers
The Pentagon released footage of US strikes on two Iranian oil tankers. Footage released by the Pentagon shows US strikes on two Iranian oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. fires on 2 Iran-flagged tankers as Rubio says U.S. expects response on peace deal today
The US fired on two Iran-flagged tankers. Live Updates: U. S. fires on 2 Iran-flagged tankers as Rubio says U. expects response on peace deal today CBS News. U.
Global stocks diverge, oil rises as fresh US-Iran clashes hit peace hopes
Global stocks were mixed as oil rose due to US-Iran clashes. The US added 115,000 jobs in April, helping push stock markets higher.
US fires on and disables 2 more Iranian tankers as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz
The US fired on and disabled 2 Iranian tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions are rising. US fires on and disables 2 more Iranian tankers as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz AP News.
US strikes 2 Iranian-flagged oil tankers as ceasefire comes under new strains
The US struck 2 Iranian-flagged oil tankers as the ceasefire comes under strain. Middle East war: US strikes 2 Iranian-flagged oil tankers as ceasefire comes under new strains Financial Times.
NATO allies question US leadership after Iran war
NATO allies question US leadership after the Iran war. NATO allies question US leadership after Iran war crypto. news.
Court Revives ‘Farmgate’ Case Against South African President
Britain's prime minister faces pressure to quit after huge local election losses. Judges ordered Parliament to convene a committee to consider removing President Cyril Ramaphosa over a case involving money stolen at his farm six years ago.
US hopes for ‘serious offer’ from Iran today on latest proposal, despite exchange of strikes
US President Trump confirmed a ceasefire with Iran remains in place following an exchange of fire between the two countries. The situation escalated tensions, but Trump maintained that the ceasefire agreement holds.
Al Jazeera reporter witnesses Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Al Jazeera's Obaida Hitto reports Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon from Tyre. Israel has increased its attacks across southern Lebanon. Al Jazeera’s Obaida Hitto reports from Tyre.
Iran turns bombed Karaj Bridge into a symbol of resistance
President Cyril Ramaphosa faces a revived case over money stolen at his farm six years ago. The B1 corridor connects Tehran with northern and northwestern regions that have large Azeri populations.
Worldwide race to trace passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship
At least five hantavirus cases were confirmed on the MV Hondius cruise ship. About 12 countries have so far been linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, as the UN health agency confirms at least five cases.
Trump says Russia, Ukraine agree to his request for three-day ceasefire, prisoner swap
President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine agreed to a three-day ceasefire and prisoner swap. President Donald Trump says the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners.
Trump announces three-day ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war
Trump announced a three-day ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump announces three-day ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war Al Jazeera.
Russia's Victory Day celebrations are dampened by ongoing war with Ukraine
Russia's Victory Day celebrations were muted due to the ongoing war with Ukraine. World War 2 Victory Day celebrations in Moscow will be muted this year because of fears of drone attacks, as the public tires of the Ukraine war.
Could Labour and Conservative party dominance in UK politics be ending?
An Indian billionaire offered to relocate dozens of Colombia's invasive hippos to India's wildlife reserve. Britain's prime minister is under pressure to quit after huge losses in local elections.
New Initiative Connects Pomona Students and Faculty With China
Pomona College launched an initiative connecting students and faculty with China. New Initiative Connects Pomona Students and Faculty With China Pomona College.
Drop in Gulf remittances puts families on edge
Pakistanis in the Gulf send money to support families with basic needs like food and education. For millions of households, money sent by Pakistani workers in the Gulf offers a lifeline, helping their families cover basic needs such as food and education.
Colombia's rogue hippos could find refuge in India
Iran turned the bombed Karaj Bridge into a symbol of resistance in a region with a large Azeri population. In Colombia, a plan to cull Pablo Escobar's invasive hippos is challenged by an Indian billionaire's offer to relocate dozens of the animals to India's wildlife reserve instead.
Venice Biennale: The Art of the Unseen
Judges ordered Parliament to consider removing President Cyril Ramaphosa over a case involving money stolen at his farm. At this year’s Venice Biennale, the story isn’t just about what’s on display.
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