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Iran Leaders Confident After War, Hold New Cards
Iran's theocratic leaders view their survival of the U.S.-Israeli offensive as a victory, emerging with renewed confidence and strategic advantages. However, this period of perceived triumph may simul
Hungary Election: Orbán Fights for Power
Hungarian voters are signaling a desire for a new approach to the EU, coupled with a tough stance on Ukraine, as Viktor Orbán campaigns to retain power amidst a final election stretch. The New York Ti
Trump vows ‘next conquest’ as US troops stay near Iran
President Trump boasted on Truth Social that U.S. forces will remain around Iran and are “loading up” for a “next conquest,” even as the Strait of Hormuz stays shut and senior officials warn his victo
Hassett: Warsh Fed Nomination 'Absolutely' On Track
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett declared on Fox Business that Kevin Warsh's nomination to chair the Federal Reserve is "absolutely" on track, calling him a "top-tier candidate" while
Strait of Hormuz Still Closed Despite Ceasefire
The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed despite a U.S.-Iran ceasefire, with ADNOC’s Al Jaber warning that oil transit is still under Iranian political control, fueling market volatility and gl
Dems face Trump 25th Amendment debate, Congress
As Congress reconvenes, Democrats are set to confront the implications of the 25th Amendment regarding Trump, while lawmakers prepare for a significant debate on war powers concerning the conflict in
Philippines lawmakers balk at China oil deal
Philippines lawmakers and experts have publicly challenged a proposed China‑Philippines oil exploration deal, citing energy security needs but warning it could legitimize Chinese territorial aggressio
US lawmakers act to protect submarine cables from
A critical race is underway to safeguard the world's vital submarine communication cables from potential sabotage, with new technologies emerging to secure these undersea networks. US lawmakers are in
UK forces Russian sub to retreat after covert operation
British forces tracked and exposed a Russian attack submarine operating near UK waters, forcing it and associated GUGI vessels to retreat after a covert attempt to target critical undersea infrastruct
Russia Sends 1,000 Ukrainian Dead, Ukraine Returns 41
On April 9, 2026, Russia and Ukraine carried out a reciprocal exchange of war dead, with Kyiv receiving 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers' bodies and Moscow taking back 41 Russian soldiers, in a continued prac
Al Jazeera Condemns Israeli Killing of Gaza Journalist
Al Jazeera condemned the Israeli drone strike that killed its Palestinian journalist Mohammed Wishah in Gaza, calling it a deliberate crime, while the IDF claimed he was a Hamas terrorist and pledged
Israel airstrikes kill 250+ in Lebanon, risk ceasefire
Israel’s massive airstrike on Lebanon killed over 250 people and injured more than 1,100, igniting a dispute over whether the new US‑Iran ceasefire includes Lebanon and prompting widespread internatio
Iran's $1/Bbl Hormuz Toll Plan Faces Legal Wall
Iran has proposed charging ships US$1 per barrel to transit the Strait of Hormuz as part of ceasefire negotiations, prompting legal experts to declare the plan inconsistent with the UN Convention on t
UK deploys military to counter Russian submarines
The UK military recently deployed assets for a month-long operation to deter Russian submarines from its waters, with Defence Secretary Ben Wallace revealing the navy successfully foiled Russian attem
Iran insists on uranium enrichment ahead of US talks
Iran's nuclear chief insists the country's uranium enrichment rights are non-negotiable ahead of U.S. ceasefire talks in Islamabad this weekend, framing it as a necessary condition for any agreement.
Israel kills Hezbollah leader's nephew in Beirut strike
Israel conducted a strike in Beirut, killing Ali Yusuf Harshi, a close aide and nephew of Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, marking a direct escalation against the group’s top leadership circle.
Pope Leo XIV enters political fray with Easter peace
Pope Leo XIV has dramatically entered the political arena, with some likening his actions to 'the nuclear button for the Vatican,' according to MS NOW. While The Washington Post and Axios report his E
Iran Tightens Hormuz Blockade, Trump Ceasefire Falters
A fragile US‑Iran ceasefire is unraveling as Iran tightens its Strait of Hormuz blockade, while Israel’s strikes in Lebanon persist, raising oil prices, shipping disruptions, and humanitarian and glob
Philippines Opens First Coast Guard Command in Disputed Spratlys
The Philippines activated its first dedicated coast guard command centre in the Spratly Islands on Pagasa (Thitu) Island on April 9, 2026, stationing a commodore-level commander, a ship, and additiona
Israel Strikes Lebanon Amid Iran Ceasefire
A fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire is threatened by Israel's continued military actions, including strikes in Lebanon and a pattern of violating agreements, raising concerns about American complicity and s
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