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Philippine officials say two Americans among suspected communist rebels killed in clash with troops

The task force warned Americans of Filipino descent in the U.S. to be wary of being lured by left-wing activist groups into joining or supporting Filipino insurgents in the Philippines in a recruitment process it described as terror-grooming

26 Apr 2026 1:26 pm
Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf | Irans wartime apparatchik

In a country caught between external attacks and internal pressure, with much of its top leadership killed by its enemies, the Parliament Speaker, who cut his teeth in the 1980-88 Iran-Iraq war and served theIRGCas a commander, emerged as the new face of the revolutionary system

26 Apr 2026 1:03 pm
Sri Lanka seeks investors for loss-making Mattala airport in Hambantota

India has in the past expressed interest to operate the airport in Mattala, which has made headlines as the worlds emptiest airport, including through a joint venture with a Russian company

26 Apr 2026 12:59 pm
Trump shooting: U.S. lawmakers say violence has no place in the country

My thoughts are with the brave Secret Service agent who was shot. Political violence is completely unacceptable. There is no place for it in our country, says Democrat leader Ro Khanna

26 Apr 2026 12:51 pm
White House correspondents dinner shooting: A look at previous assassination attempts on President Donald Trump

The White House correspondents dinner shooting was not the first time that the U.S. President Donald Trump found himself at the centre of a security scare

26 Apr 2026 12:26 pm
Japan deploys 1,400 firefighters to battle raging wildfires in the north

The fires threaten residential districts of Otsuchi on the Pacific Coast; the area consumed by the fires reached 1,373 hectares (3,393 acres) as of early Sunday (April 26, 2026) morning, up 7% from a day earlier

26 Apr 2026 12:19 pm
Russian strikes kill three, wound four in Ukraine

In the northeastern Ukraine border region of Sumy, one Russian drone attack killed two civilians, according to the head of Sumys regional military administration

26 Apr 2026 11:04 am
What we know about the Donald Trump press gala shooting

As details continue to emerge and investigations are underway, here is what we know about the shooting

26 Apr 2026 11:02 am
Pakistan PM dials Iranian President, discusses evolving regional situation

During their warm and cordial conversation that lasted fifty minutes, the two leaders had a detailed exchange of views on the current regional situation and ongoing efforts to promote peace and stability in the region, says the Pakistan Prime Minister's office.

26 Apr 2026 10:59 am
Who is Cole Tomas Allen, suspect apprehended in connection to shooting in Washington

The shooting suspect described by Trump as a sick person was identified as Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California

26 Apr 2026 10:03 am
Donald Trump says shooting wont deter him from Iran war

The U.S. President had cancelled his envoys trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran

26 Apr 2026 9:41 am
What rules govern international waters?

Can Iran legally restrict transit through the Strait of Hormuz? Is the U.S. blockade of the strait lawful? What is the legal position on interceptions? And in cases such as this, which organisation steps in and how? What can happen next?

26 Apr 2026 9:16 am
Loud bangs and a Trump evacuation: chaos at correspondents' dinner

The Secret Service and other authorities swarmed the banquet hall as guests ducked under tables by the hundreds

26 Apr 2026 8:50 am
Donald Trump says suspect was armed with multiple weapons at White House correspondents dinner

One officer was shot, but he was protected by a bulletproof vest

26 Apr 2026 8:49 am
Small plane crash near Minneapolis kills North Dakota state legislator and pilot

North Dakota state Rep. Liz Conmy, of Fargo, was killed in the crash, her colleague, state Sen. Tim Mathern

26 Apr 2026 8:09 am
Israel-Iran live: U.S. Navy intercepts Iran-linked vessel in Arabian Sea

U.S. President Trump cancels Pakistan talks trip and says Iran war on hold

26 Apr 2026 7:15 am
Trump evacuated from White House Correspondents Dinner after suspected gunshots heard

The Secret Service and other authorities swarmed the banquet hall as guests ducked under tables by the hundreds

26 Apr 2026 6:58 am
U.S. Navy intercepts Iran-linked vessel in Arabian Sea

The U.S. Department of Treasury sanctioned M/V Sevan and 18 other shadow fleet vessels for transporting billions in Iranian energy products to foreign markets

26 Apr 2026 6:44 am
Islamic militants, separatists claim simultaneous attacks across Mali

The U.S. Embassy in Bamako issued a security alert citing reports of explosions and gunfire near Kati and the international airport, and urged U.S. citizens to shelter in place and avoid travel there

26 Apr 2026 3:43 am
India advises nationals in Mali to stay indoors, exercise caution due to security developments

The Indian embassy added that it was closely monitoring the evolving situation in coordination with Malian authorities and will issue further updates as required

26 Apr 2026 3:37 am
Viktor Orbn steps back from Parliament after landslide loss, vows to rebuild Hungarys national side

Mr. Orbn said his partys caucus in parliament would be radically transformed following the election loss, and that he would not take his seat

26 Apr 2026 12:45 am
Major Russian attack on Ukraine kills eight, wounds dozens

Russia has been launching smaller barrages of dozens of drones every night at Ukraine, interspersing them with occasional large-scale attacks that use hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles

25 Apr 2026 11:47 pm
Trump says cancelled envoys' Pakistan trip, but Iran war not resuming

Irans Foreign Ministry said Mr. Araghchi had left Islamabad and arrived in Muscat on Saturday (April 25) for meetings with Omani officials

25 Apr 2026 11:45 pm
U.S. sanctions waiver on Chabahar port ends on April 26, could signal end of 23-year-old connectivity project

Officials say they are discussing a possible transfer of IPGL-subsidiarys stake to local Iranian company temporarily to avoid sanctions

25 Apr 2026 9:48 pm
Taliban Government says Afghans in Qatar can return 'with full confidence'

A U.S. State Department spokesperson said that moving Afghans at the Qatar camp to a third country is a positive resolution that provides safety for these remaining people to start a new life outside of Afghanistan while upholding the safety and security of the American people

25 Apr 2026 9:08 pm
Munnar on high UV alert as index hits dangerous levels

Idukki district reports two sunburn cases on Saturday

25 Apr 2026 8:20 pm
Efforts to achieve peace, stability in region to continue: Pakistan's Deputy PM

There is no official word on whether direct talks between Washington and Tehran will take place during the visit

25 Apr 2026 7:17 pm
Tampa Bay murder: Police identify body of USF student, another still missing; roommate in custody

Hisham Saleh Abugharbeih has had several previous arrests; Zamil Limon, Nahida Bristy were considering getting married

25 Apr 2026 5:34 pm
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi meets Pakistan Army chief Munir

There is no clarity on whether direct talks between Washington and Tehran will take place during the visit

25 Apr 2026 4:44 pm
Bangladesh issues nationwide security alert over possible militant attacks

The alert has been issued based on intelligence reports, a police headquarters (PHQ) official said, requesting anonymity. The official described the alert as urgent and confidential

25 Apr 2026 3:09 pm
Iran resumes commercial flights from Tehrans international airport for first time since conflict

Iran has resumed commercial flights from Tehrans international airport for the first time since the conflict with the U.S. and Israel began two months ago

25 Apr 2026 1:59 pm
Iran executes man over 'mission' for Israel's spy agency

Erfan Kiani was hanged after his sentence was upheld by the country's Supreme Court, the judiciary's Mizan Online website said.

25 Apr 2026 1:35 pm
Major Russian attack on Ukraine kills four, wounds dozens

Russia has been launching smaller barrages of dozens of drones every night at Ukraine, interspersing them with occasional large-scale attacks that use hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles

25 Apr 2026 1:13 pm
Loud blasts, gunfire heard near Mali's main military camp, witness says

It was not clear what caused the explosions and no militant group immediately claimed responsibility for an attack

25 Apr 2026 1:12 pm
Australia and New Zealand gather in Turkiye to commemorate WWI battle

The hour-long event included mournful hymns, prayers and the laying of wreaths by the participants, which included representatives from many countries around the world

25 Apr 2026 12:41 pm
First female Archbishop of Canterbury to meet Pope Leo

The 63-year-old former nurse, who is married with two children, is the first woman to lead the mother church of the world's 85-million strong Anglican community

25 Apr 2026 12:21 pm
No clarity on U.S.-Iran talks as Islamabad stays under lockdown

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Dar, in a social media post, expressed hope for meaningful engagements between the two warring parties to promote regional peace and stability

25 Apr 2026 11:57 am
Romania says drone fragments damage property during overnight Russian attack on Ukraine

The Defence Ministry firmly condemns the irresponsible actions of the Russian Federation and emphasises that these represent a new challenge to regional security and stability in the Black Sea area

25 Apr 2026 11:54 am
EU considers helping with West Asia energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on April 25, 2026 that EU is ready to work with Persian Gulf countries for new projects conveying energy to global markets that wouldn't be held hostage to war or geopolitical strife

25 Apr 2026 11:24 am
Palestinians vote in first elections since Gaza war

Nearly 1.5 million people are registered to vote in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, as well as 70,000 people in Gazas Deir el-Balah area, according to the Ramallah-based Central Elections Commission

25 Apr 2026 10:50 am
U.S. imposes sanctions on China-based oil refinery, 40 shippers over Iranian oil

These sanctions come just a few weeks before President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping are due to meet in China

25 Apr 2026 10:36 am
Palestinian local elections give some Gazans a chance to vote for the first time in years

The West Bank-based Palestinian Authority hopes the symbolic inclusion of the Gazan city of Deir al-Balah will help reinforce its claim to authority over the war-torn territory, from where it was ousted by Hamas in 2007

25 Apr 2026 10:31 am
Watch: Iran says no direct talks with U.S. in Islamabad planned

Iran has ruled out direct talks with the United States as Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visits Pakistan. Tehran says no face-to-face meetings are planned, with Islamabad expected to act as a mediator.

25 Apr 2026 9:48 am
Bill for three-year pause on H-1B visas introduced in U.S. Congress

Congressman Eli Crane from Arizona introduced the End H-1B Visa Abuse Act of 2026, which was co-sponsored by seven other Republican lawmakers

25 Apr 2026 9:45 am
U.S. military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific

The Trump administrations campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Latin American waters has persisted since early September and killed at least 183 people in total

25 Apr 2026 9:22 am