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Iran Accuses U.S. of Dictating at Pakistan Peace Talks
U.S.-Iran peace talks in Pakistan collapsed, with Iran accusing Washington of dictating terms rather than negotiating. The Trump administration responded by announcing a naval blockade, while Israel’s
Iran War Drains US Military Assets From Asia
The Iran war has pulled US military assets — including missile defense systems from South Korea and a Marine unit from Japan — out of the Asia-Pacific and delayed Trump's summit with Xi Jinping, reviv
Iran, US Sign 14‑Day Ceasefire, Boosts China, Russia
Iran’s 14‑day ceasefire with Washington, hailed as a victory by both sides, signals a strategic setback for the United States while bolstering Russia and China’s influence in the Middle East.
JD Vance Secures US‑Iran Ceasefire, Hormuz Opens
Midweek, the United States and Iran signed a two‑week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan, instantly reopening the Strait of Hormuz and slashing oil prices by more than 17%. The deal, sealed by Vice Presid
U.S.-Iran Talks End 14 Hours, Disagreements Persist
U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad ended after 14 hours without a deal, leaving technical experts to exchange documents while ongoing key disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and war reparations persist.
China to Ship Air Defense Systems to Iran Within Weeks
China is preparing to ship new air-defense systems to Iran within weeks, according to U.S. intelligence sources cited by CNN, drawing a sharp public warning from President Trump.
Magyar's Tisza Ousts Orban, Ending 16-Year Rule
Hungary's Viktor Orban lost his 16-year grip on power to Peter Magyar's Tisza party in a record-turnout election, handing Brussels a reliable partner, unblocking $105 billion in Ukraine aid, and strip
U.S., Iran Hold Pakistan-Mediated Ceasefire Talks in Islamabad
U.S. and Iranian delegations arrived in Islamabad on April 11, 2026, for Pakistan-mediated talks led by Vice President J.D. Vance and Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, aimed at ceme
Malaysia WFH saves under 1% of fuel
Malaysia's new three-day work-from-home policy for civil servants, aimed at saving fuel amid Middle East energy disruptions, will have minimal impact unless extended to the private sector, economists
Pope says ‘enough of war’ and decries ‘delusion of omnipotence’ at peace vigil - The Guardian
At a peace vigil, Pope Leo XIV denounced the ‘delusion of omnipotence’ he says fuels the US‑Israeli war in Iran and declared ‘enough of war’, urging an end to conflict. He stressed a moral duty to pro
Kelly slams Witkoff, Kushner as US‑Iran talks fail
Sen. Mark Kelly blasted the U.S. decision to send real‑estate developers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to negotiate with Iran, while the Pakistan‑hosted talks led by Vance collapsed after 21 hours w
US spends heavily to rescue two airmen, Russia watches
The United States launched an expensive, multi‑level operation to rescue two airmen stranded in Iran, drawing intense attention from Russian citizens. The episode underscores a stark contrast between
Pope Leo XIV Decries 'Delusion of Omnipotence' in US-Israeli War on Iran
Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pope, used a Saturday vigil in St. Peter's Basilica to denounce the 'delusion of omnipotence' driving the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran and demand leaders negotiate peace
Russia drones breach truce, killing Odesa civilians
Despite a Kremlin‑declared 32‑hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire, Russian drone attacks continued, killing civilians in Odesa and prompting Ukraine to respond, while a prisoner swap returned 175 Russian s
Colombia Hits Ecuador With 100% Tariffs
Colombia imposed 100% tariffs on Ecuadorean imports on April 11, 2026, escalating a months-long trade war that prompted President Petro to recall his ambassador, threaten withdrawal from the Andean Co
Trump and Putin Back Orban in Hungary Election
The April 12 Hungarian election is a geopolitical flashpoint, with Trump and Putin backing Viktor Orban, whose continued rule would deepen EU disunity, obstruct Ukraine aid, and embolden illiberal for
Serena Hotel Hosts US‑Iran Peace Talks in Islamabad
The five‑star Serena Hotel in Islamabad was selected as the venue for high‑stakes US‑Iran peace talks, prompting a city‑wide security lockdown and the arrival of US Vice President JD Vance and senior
Iran Seeks Lebanon Ceasefire, Hormuz Toll at US Talks
Top U.S. and Iranian officials met in Islamabad to discuss a Lebanon ceasefire, sanctions relief, and control of the Strait of Hormuz as part of broader talks to end the regional war.
Kim Jong Un backs China’s multipolar push, ties deepen
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, publicly endorsing Beijing’s multipolar world vision and pledging support for the one‑China principle while signaling a new phase
US‑Iran Ceasefire Fails to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
A Pakistani‑brokered US‑Iran ceasefire announced on 7‑8 April failed to halt fighting, leaving the Strait of Hormuz largely shut as Israel, Iran and Lebanon clash over the fragile truce and global tra
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