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World Updated 30 Apr, 2026 12:25am

Putin, Trump discuss Iran, Ukraine in phone call: Kremlin

Russian president considers US counterpart’s decision to extend the ceasefire with Iran to be the right one

World Updated 30 Apr, 2026 12:50am

Hegseth spars with Democrats over Iran war in Congress

Lawmakers grill Pentagon chief on strategy, troop safety and rising global fallout; Pentagon says war costs $25 billion so far

World Updated 29 Apr, 2026 11:59pm

Trump eyeing Iran blockade lasting 'months if needed': White House official

Brent jumps above $119 a barrel and the US benchmark WTI nearing $105

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 09:26pm

Iran parliament speaker says US blockade aims at 'internal division'

Says enemy wants to activate economic pressure to weaken Iran

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 08:34pm

Israeli maps outline expanded zone of military control in Gaza

Israel sends aid groups new Gaza maps with expanded buffer zone

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 07:55pm

France's 'roadmap' to exit fossil fuels by 2050

Analysts say no other country has published such a clear and comprehensive plan

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 07:40pm

Iran war could push 30mn people into poverty: UN

UNDP estimates that around $6bn ‘is needed in subsidies to support those most vulnerable to high food and energy prices’

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 06:55pm

Over 1.2mn in Lebanon face acute hunger amid war fallout

UN-backed report warns of worsening food crisis as conflict, displacement and economic strain deepen insecurity

World Updated 29 Apr, 2026 07:20pm

UAE reviews ties after OPEC exit, rules out more pullouts

Abu Dhabi signals strategic reset, says no immediate plans to quit GCC or Arab League

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 05:43pm

Karisma Kapoor snaps at paparazzi over camera zoom on dance show set

Actor’s ‘don’t zoom in’ remark sparks debate online as fans cite privacy, critics question intent

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 05:23pm

Gold prices plunge in Pakistan amid global decline

Per tola rate falls Rs5,500 as international prices slip by $55 per ounce

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 04:33pm

Germany's Merz says relations with Trump are good despite spat over Iran

'My personal relationship with the ​US President remains good', Merz said

World Updated 29 Apr, 2026 04:26pm

Zelensky says Ukraine will continue extending range of strikes on Russia

Kyiv claims 1,500km drone strike, signalling new phase in its campaign to hit energy targets

World Updated 29 Apr, 2026 04:08pm

Trump says Iran ‘can’t get their act together,’ warns it to ‘get smart soon’

US weighs extended blockade, rejects Tehran’s proposal and pushes for nuclear talks upfront

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 01:50pm

None more deserving of FIFA Peace Prize than Trump, says White House

Critics call award 'a mockery' while officials credit Trump’s foreign policy with ending conflicts

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 01:26pm

UAE exit strips OPEC of clout, risks bitter price war

Exit raises fears of weakened Saudi influence and future oil price volatility

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 12:36pm

South Korean court hands 7-year jail term to former president Yoon Suk Yeol

Ruling stems from charges linked to 2024 martial law declaration and arrest warrant obstruction

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 12:14pm

Microsoft updates maps to label West Bank, removes Israeli terms

Digital rights group says Bing now uses 'West Bank' instead of 'Judea and Samaria'

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 12:11pm

Teen discovers 2,300-year-old Greek coin in Berlin field

Archaeologists confirm first Trojan-era artefact ever found in German capital

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 11:48am

Trump to appear on limited-edition US passport for 250th anniversary

Special passports will mark independence milestone with commemorative design

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 11:24am

Inside Ukraine's drive to defeat the dreaded Shahed drone

Interceptor crews and new technology push the downing rate toward 90%

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 11:07am

Indonesian military officers charged over acid attack on rights activist

Prosecutors seek up to 12 years in prison over assault on KontraS deputy coordinator Andrie Yunus

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 10:17am

US indicts former FBI director James Comey over '86 47' post

Prosecutors cite '86 47' post as a threat against the president in second criminal case

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 09:46am

Trump approval sinks to new low as war drives cost-of-living concerns

Poll finds support slips to 34% as Americans are dissatisfied amid surge in fuel costs

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 09:27am

King Charles calls for unity in Congress after Trump meeting

British monarch highlights Ukraine, NATO and shared values during US visit

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 09:17am

US weighs Iran response to possible Trump ‘victory’ declaration

Intelligence agencies study risks of de-escalation as war becomes a political burden

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 08:58am

Trump says King Charles does not want Iran to have nuclear weapon

US president raises Middle East conflict at state dinner as British monarch stays silent on issue

World Published 29 Apr, 2026 08:46am

Trump orders preparations for extended Iran blockade

US president favours economic pressure over military escalation as Tehran signals internal strain