NATO chief says he understands Trump’s ‘disappointment’ with allies on Iran
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte expressed support for U.S. military actions in Iran while acknowledging Trump's frustration with the alliance.
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Don’t want NATO to split over U.S.-Iran war, German chancellor says
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Thursday he had encouraged U.S. President Donald Trump in a call to pursue negotiations with Iran with urgency.
Lebanon hospitals may run out of vital supplies within days, WHO says
The life-saving trauma kits include bandages, antibiotics and anesthetics to treat patients who sustained war-related injuries, the WHO stated.
Husband arrested after U.S. woman vanished on Bahamas boat ride
The woman, who has been identified as Lynette Hooker, 55, and her husband were travelling in a hard-bottomed dingy when she disappeared.
Israel seeks direct talks with Lebanon to smooth Iran ceasefire efforts
Hours after the ceasefire was announced — amid disagreement over whether it included a pause in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah — Israel pounded Beirut with airstrikes.
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Iran war ceasefire teeters on Lebanon, Strait of Hormuz contentions
Hours after the ceasefire was announced — amid disagreement over whether it included a pause in fighting between Israel and Hezbollah — Israel pounded Beirut with airstrikes.
U.K. animal charity forced to clarify image of 250 abandoned dogs isn’t AI
The charity said it found 250 dogs in total and shared an Instagram image of many of them huddled inside a decrepit-looking building.
U.K. animal charity forced to clarify image of 250 abandoned dogs wasn’t AI
The charity said it found 250 dogs in total and shared an Instagram image of many of them huddled inside a decrepit-looking building.
Are Trump’s Iran threats and attacks war crimes? What international law says
Trump on Tuesday warned that a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran fails to meet his latest deadline to strike a deal that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
JD Vance will lead U.S. delegation in Iran peace talks in Pakistan
The confirmation of the talks came after relief over a truce between the United States and Iran gave way to alarm that fighting was still raging across the region.
Deloitte sees Canada’s oilpatch as ripe for deals once turmoil blows over
The war in Iran, and the global oil supply crisis it has helped create, makes Canada appear to be safe place for investors, according to the international consulting firm Deloitte.
U.S. claims ‘victory’ in Iran. What’s the situation on the ground?
Iran's airforce and missile system has been destroyed, Hegseth said Wednesday, less than a week after Iran shot down a U.S. fighter jet.
Hegseth claims Iran war ‘victory’ but says Iran ‘can still shoot’
Iran's airforce and missile system has been destroyed, Hegseth said Wednesday, less than a week after Iran shot down a U.S. fighter jet.
Iran ceasefire in jeopardy after U.S., Israel accused of violating truce
Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again in response to Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The White House demanded that the channel be reopened and sought to keep peace talks on track.
Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire less than 24 hours after truce
Lebanon’s National News Agency reported that the airstrikes hit at least five different neighborhoods in Beirut's central and coastal areas.
Israel strikes central Beirut, says Iran ceasefire doesn’t apply to Lebanon
Lebanon’s National News Agency reported that the airstrikes hit at least five different neighborhoods in Beirut's central and coastal areas.
Wall Street surges, oil prices plunge on ‘fragile truce’ of Iran ceasefire
Oil prices plunged below US$95 per barrel, and stock markets surged worldwide Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump pulled back from his threat to destroy Iran.
Wall Street surges on ‘fragile truce’ of Iran ceasefire
Futures for the S&P 500 jumped 2.7 per cent before the opening bell and futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 2.6 per cent. Nasdaq futures soared 3.4 per cent.
Oil prices fall, Wall Street surges on ‘fragile truce’ of Iran ceasefire
Futures for the S&P 500 jumped 2.7 per cent before the opening bell and futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 2.6 per cent. Nasdaq futures soared 3.4 per cent.
Trump complains NATO ‘wasn’t there when we needed them’ after talks with alliance leader
Trump had suggested the U.S. may consider leaving the trans-Atlantic alliance after NATO member countries ignored his call to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump meets with NATO chief following threats to leave military alliance
Trump had suggested the U.S. may consider leaving the trans-Atlantic alliance after NATO member countries ignored his call to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump to meet with NATO chief following threats to leave alliance
Trump had suggested the U.S. may consider leaving the trans-Atlantic alliance after NATO member countries ignored his call to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Oil prices fall as Iran agrees to reopen Strait of Hormuz during ceasefire
Oil prices fell sharply Wednesday morning amid news Iran has agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as part of its two-week-long ceasefire with the United States.
Iranian-Canadians voice fear, uncertainty after ceasefire announcement
Iranian-Canadians in Vancouver and Toronto welcome a temporary ceasefire but fear for loved ones as uncertainty lingers after Trump’s threats.
Russia, China veto UN Security Council measure to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The resolution was watered down to remove text that would have authorized countries to use 'all necessary means,' including military action, to ensure transit through the strait.
Iranians brace as Trump deadline looms: ‘We will stand until the end’
Tehran residents rushed Tuesday to stock up on bottled water and charge cellphones, flashlights and portable power banks as the hours ticked down to Trump's latest ultimatum.
Celine Dion adds 6 more dates to her Paris show
Celine Dion's Paris shows come four years after she cancelled her world tour following her diagnosis in 2022 with stiff-person syndrome.
Trump says he agrees to 2-week Iran ceasefire after threatening destruction
Iran said it had agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to vessels for two weeks in exchange for Trump's statement, which pointed to future negotiations to end the war.
Zelenskyy says ceasefire proposal to Russia still stands as Easter ends
"If Russia is ready to stop strikes on our energy infrastructure, we will be ready to respond in kind," Zelenskyy said during his nightly video address.
Cocaine, caffeine found in sharks in the Bahamas, study says
Researchers have detected pharmaceuticals and stimulants such as cocaine and caffeine in three sharks species found in the Bahamas. Tourist areas were contamination hotspots.