How long can Iran survive the US’s Hormuz blockade?
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Number of amputees set to rise in Gaza as Israel blocks aid, NGO warns
Thousands of amputees cannot access care and are struggling with basic mobility.
US considers suspending Spain from NATO, reported internal email suggests
Pentagon email obtained by Reuters reveals US anger at Spain and the UK as Iran war tensions persist.
Explosions by Israeli forces in south Lebanon despite ceasefire
Smoke rise above Khiam in southern Lebanon after Israel carries out explosions despite the ceasefire.
Environmental crisis in Russian city after drone attack on refinery
People in the Russian city of Tuapse are worried about the effects of an oil refinery fire after a Ukrainian attack.
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India denounces ‘hellhole’ remark shared by Trump
India’s Foreign Ministry says comments by US radio host Michael Savage, circulated by Trump, are 'uninformed'.
Global hunger report warns of rising malnutrition and famine risks
Conflict remains the leading driver of hunger, affecting nearly 150 million people facing acute food shortages.
Why is there a political deadlock in Lebanon?
The Lebanese government wants Hezbollah to disarm as it aims for a state monopoly on weapons.
Baby twins attend their father’s funeral after Israeli settler attack
Palestinians gathered in the occupied West Bank to bury a 25-year-old father of twins shot dead by Israeli settlers.
Gold is unaffordable so South Asian brides turn to one gram substitutes
Families choose imitation jewellery and gold-plated ornaments as record prices push pure gold out of reach.
US says Iran can play at 2026 World Cup but bars those with ‘IRGC ties’
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US has not told the Iranian national team that it cannot play.
The story Tehran wants you to read
A new narrative about Iran’s leadership mistakes continuity for change - and echoes the regime’s own preferred framing.
Japan builds up its ‘southern shield’ as faith in US security cover falters
Japan is pushing the legal limit of 'defence' as it faces its 'most severe and complex security environment' since 1945.
UK rights groups slam ‘authoritarian’ conviction of pro-Palestine activists
Ruling against Ben Jamal and Chris Nineham will spawn a 'broader chilling effect', groups such as Amnesty and HRW warn.
Timberwolves take 2-1 NBA playoff lead over Nuggets, Hawks down Knicks
Elsewhere, Toronto Raptors beat Cleveland Cavaliers, snapping a 12-game playoff losing streak against the Cavs.
Elderly married couple killed in Russian attack on Ukraine’s Odesa
Ukrainian officials say residential buildings and bulk carrier also hit in overnight assault.
Ukrainian married couple aged 75 killed in Russian attack on Odesa
Ukrainian officials say residential buildings and bulk carrier also hit in overnight assault.
Does Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ violate the Lebanon ceasefire?
Israel has carved out a military zone inside southern Lebanon, raising fears it is replicating the “Yellow Line” in Gaza
Trump’s May 1 deadline: Can he continue war on Iran after that?
Trump is obliged under War Powers Act to limit the war after 60 days with congressional approval.
Iran war: What’s happening on day 56 after Trump extended ceasefire?
The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire is extended by three weeks after White House talks with Israeli and Lebanese envoys.
How fake AI victims are being used to provide rationale for attacking Iran
In the battle of propaganda, fake videos and images of female victims of Iran's government are going viral.
China’s DeepSeek unveils latest models a year after upending global tech
Chinese startup says DeepSeek-V4-Pro beats all rival open models for maths and coding.
Oil rises above $106 per barrel as US, Iran deadlocked in Strait of Hormuz
Jump in prices comes as Donald Trump says vessels will need permission of US Navy to transit key waterway.
Iran war live: Lebanon truce extended; Trump says time not on Tehran’s side
Death toll from Israel's ongoing genocidal war on Gaza has reached 72,568 with 172,338 injured: Gaza's Health Ministry.
US professors sue university over arrest during pro-Palestine protest
Philosophy professor Noelle McAfee says that university failed to protect students and staff in crackdown on protests.
US soldier charged with using Polymarket to bet on Nicolas Maduro abduction
The suspect, 38-year-old Gannon Ken Van Dyke, allegedly made $400,000 from insider knowledge of the Venezuela attack.
Meta lines up layoffs while Microsoft offers buyouts
Meta will lay off 8,000 workers while Microsoft is offering buyouts to 8,750 people, a first for the Windows maker.
Milei administration in Argentina blocks journalist access to Casa Rosada
Press advocates have warned of hostile rhetoric towards journalists and increasingly restrictive policies under Milei.
Funeral held for journalist killed in targeted Israeli strike
Mourners attended the funeral of Amal Khalil, a journalist who was killed in an Israeli attack in south Lebanon.
EU formally approves 90bn euro Ukraine loan and new sanctions on Russia
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy welcomes the development, urging that the first tranche be disbursed by May or June.