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Russian drone razes 19th‑century historic building
A 19th‑century two‑storey historic building in eastern Ukraine was set ablaze after a Russian drone struck its infrastructure, destroying a site that had survived previous conflicts and underscoring t
Pew Survey: Americans Distrust Trump’s Foreign Policy
A Pew Research Center survey conducted March 23‑29 shows that majorities of Americans have little or no confidence in President Trump’s handling of foreign policy, with especially low ratings on the R
Portugal OKs 76 U.S. Azores Landings, Bans Civilian Targets
Portugal disclosed it has authorized 76 U.S. military aircraft landings at the Lajes air base in the Azores since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, conditioned on the missions not targeting c
US-Israel Strike Hits Iran's Top University, AI Center
A US-Israeli airstrike on Iran's Sharif University of Technology destroyed an AI research center, with the university's president saying the attack was aimed at "symbols of Iran's progress" rather tha
White House denies nuclear strike plans against Iran
The White House denied any plan to use nuclear weapons against Iran after President Trump warned of a catastrophic strike, prompting lawmakers and the vice president to clarify the administration’s st
Cameroon Confirms 16 Soldiers Killed Fighting for Russia
Cameroon's Foreign Ministry confirmed on state media that 16 of its nationals were killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine, the first time the West African country has publicly acknowledged the involvem
Trump warns Iran: 'A whole civilisation will die
Amid escalating tensions, Donald Trump issued a dire warning that "a whole civilisation will die tonight" if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a threat made as an 11th-hour deadline loomed an
Greer: Trump to Pursue Trade Stability in May Xi Meeting
USTR Jamieson Greer said on April 7 that the US-China trade relationship is stable and that President Trump's May meeting with President Xi Jinping will focus on preserving that stability, especially
Egypt cuts fuel, enforces 9pm shutdowns, remote work
Egypt is implementing energy conservation measures, including 9 PM shutdowns and remote work policies, in response to fuel cuts. These actions are a direct consequence of the broader geopolitical tens
Trump warns civilization at risk as Iran deadline nears
As President Trump's deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and agree to a deal rapidly approaches, he issued a stark warning that "a whole civilization could die tonight." Meanwhile, **JD V
India's Fast Breeder Reactor Hits Criticality
India’s prototype fast breeder reactor at Kalpakkam achieved criticality, marking the nation’s first step toward commercial fast‑breeder operation and greater thorium‑fuel independence.
Afghanistan, Pakistan make progress in Chinese talks
Afghanistan and Pakistan reported useful progress in Chinese‑mediated peace talks in Urumqi, even as they trade accusations over militant havens and a deadly Pakistani air strike that killed hundreds
WHO Halts Gaza Evacuations After Contractor Killed
The WHO has suspended medical evacuations of sick and wounded Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt via Rafah after a contractor driving a WHO-rented vehicle was killed by Israeli troops, with Israel and wi
Singapore Launches S$1B Support Amid Middle East Fallout
Singapore announced nearly S$1 billion in support for businesses and households amid economic uncertainty caused by the Middle East conflict, with ministers warning of slower growth and rising inflati
Ukraine Hit 10 Russian Refineries, 5 Plants in March
Ukraine intensified strikes on Russian oil infrastructure in March 2026, hitting 10 refineries and 5 strategic plants, alarmed that a U.S. sanctions waiver on Russian oil would funnel more revenue to
Pezeshkian vows to die for Iran as official urges
As a deadline set by former President Trump approaches, Iranian presidential candidate **Pezeshkian** has vowed to die for Iran, while an official urged citizens to form human chains to protect power
Ukraine strikes Russia's Ust-Luga oil terminal
Ukraine has confirmed a drone strike on Russia's Ust-Luga oil terminal, a crucial export hub, marking an escalation in attacks on Russian energy infrastructure aimed at curbing Moscow's war funding, a
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace as tensions rise with
The Vatican and the White House are at odds, with **Pope Leo XIV** delivering a powerful Easter message of peace amidst global conflict, a stance that contrasts sharply with **former President Trump's
Trump to subpoena outlet that reported missing airman
President Trump announced his administration will subpoena the news outlet that disclosed a missing U.S. weapons system officer after an Iran crash, while the rescue and escalating U.S. strikes unders
Israel strikes South Pars gas complex in Iran
The South Pars natural gas complex, a critical energy lifeline for Iran, has reportedly been targeted by an Israeli strike, according to Reuters and Iran International, escalating the conflict to Iran
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