Israel expands control to 60% of Gaza as strikes rise
Israeli forces now control 60% of Gaza amid increasing strikes and mounting casualties, raising concerns over escalating violence and potential regional
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Abbas-aligned lists win most West Bank seats; Gaza turnout 23%
Abbas-aligned lists won most seats in the occupied West Bank; a 15-seat Deir el-Balah ballot in Gaza drew 23% turnout while the West Bank averaged 56%.
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Salah, Yamal Doubtful for World Cup After Late Hamstring Injuries
Mohamed Salah and Lamine Yamal are among top players struck by late World Cup injuries, forcing teams and hosts across North America to adjust plans and affect ticket sales.
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Trump Cancels Envoys' Pakistan Trip After Tehran Offer Falls Short
Trump called off a visit by U.S. envoys to Pakistan after calling Iran's offer inadequate; Iran says talks won't resume until the U.S. lifts port restrictions.
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Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil killed near Bint Jbeil
Amal Khalil, an Al Akhbar reporter, was killed near Bint Jbeil on April 22. Her death, following threats, raises concerns for journalists' safety.
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Gaza faces test as two regional ceasefires hold
Gaza is the central test for diplomacy and security after two regional ceasefires, as talks weigh disarmament, governance and international forces.
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Palau-flagged ship damaged at Odesa port; five civilians killed in strikes across Ukraine
Russian strikes killed five civilians and damaged Odesa port, including a Palau-flagged ship; officials reported drone losses and widespread damage.
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Venezuela's prisoner-release program is winding down, rights groups say
Rights groups say Venezuela's release scheme is winding down as justice bodies fail to apply an amnesty law, creating legal and diplomatic concerns.
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Iran FM Hands Pakistan Written Offer to Reopen Talks with U.S.
Iran's foreign minister met Pakistan's prime minister on April 25, 2026, giving Islamabad a written proposal aimed to restart direct U.S.-Iran talks.
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300 Couples Wed in Gaza in Largest Mass Wedding Since Ceasefire
A Gaza mass wedding funded by the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation brought 300 couples together in Deir al-Balah, offering relief and morale boost.
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EU leaders approve €90B Ukraine loan, scramble on energy after Iran war
EU leaders approve a €90 billion loan to Ukraine amid energy concerns, as they respond to the Iran war's impact and seek urgent measures to stabilize
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U.S. Clears Venezuela to Pay Maduro's Legal Fees
OFAC issued licenses allowing Venezuela to pay Maduro's defense under limits: funds must be available after March 5, 2026 and not from restricted foreign government accounts.
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Six months on: Gaza still reels from disease, hunger, Israeli strikes
Six months after the ceasefire, Gaza grapples with ongoing disease, hunger, and destruction, leaving most residents homeless and struggling to recover
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Four killed in southern Lebanon hours after U.S. extends ceasefire
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least four people after raids in Yohmor al-Shaqif, highlighting tensions despite a U.S. ceasefire extension.
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Gunfire, Blasts Hit Four Cities in Mali, Including Kati
Gunfire and explosions struck Bamako and cities Kidal, Gao and Kati, hitting military sites and prompting a U.S. Embassy shelter-in-place alert in Mali.
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675,000 deported: Immigrant veterans fear removal
At least 675,000 people have been removed in a 2025 deportation campaign. Non-citizen US veterans with records say they now fear detention and removal.
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Fertilizer shortfalls risk 25% crop losses in sub-Saharan Africa
Fertilizer shortfalls - a 10% drop in supply - could cut maize, rice and wheat output up to 25% in sub-Saharan Africa and lift food inflation about 8%.
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Nigeria coup plot: money, prayers and a Nollywood arrest
Court papers in the Nigeria coup plot allege payments of 2m–50m naira, linking transfers to alleged financing, a Nollywood arrest and political fallout.
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How Oslo-Era Negotiations Let Israel Expand Territory
Critics say Oslo-era negotiations allowed Israel to expand settlements and entrench military control, with settler numbers doubling within seven years.
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Activists Enter U.K. Factory Linked to Elbit Systems
Activists entered a UK factory on April 24, 2026, claiming it made drones for Elbit Systems, raising concerns about supply chains, exports and investors.
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British 'Con Mum' suspect charged again in Singapore
Dionne Marie Hanna faces new Singapore fraud charges after prosecutors say she posed as Bruneian royalty, claimed terminal cancer and solicited payments from victims.
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Trump extends Lebanon ceasefire by three weeks
Trump extended the Lebanon ceasefire three weeks to limit Israel-Hezbollah clashes, ease civilian strain and give diplomats time for humanitarian access.
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S&P 500 Hits Record as Stocks Shake Off Iran Conflict
After erasing Iran-conflict losses the S&P 500 hit a record high as earnings upgrades and valuation shifts, plus easing oil risks, helped lure buyers back.
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Ruto's 'translator' jab at Nigerian English draws backlash
Ruto mocked Nigerian English, saying listeners need a translator. The remark sparked diplomatic backlash and raised concerns about Kenya-Nigeria cooperation.
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Explosions Rock South Lebanon After Trump Announces Ceasefire Extension
Explosions from Israeli military activity were filmed over Khiam in southern Lebanon despite a U.S. ceasefire extension, raising humanitarian concerns.
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