In brief:US president Donald Trump has appeared positive about the prospect of a peace deal with Iran.However, a new ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon remains fraught with all eyes watching for violations.US President Donald Trump told Agence France-Presse on Friday that a peace deal with Iran was "very close" and
Exclusive: Meta targets May 20 for first wave of layoffs; additional cuts later in 2026 Reuters
In brief:Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz "completely open" to commercial traffic.The Strait will remain open as long as a ceasefire in the Middle East holds.Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Friday that the strategic Strait of Hormuz, vital for the global oil trade, will remain "completely open" to
President Joseph Aoun promised to work to preserve Lebanon’s sovereignty and freedom.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has said that the country would no longer be an “arena for anyone’s wars”, and that the ceasefire with Israel should lead to work on permanent agreements.In
Top Foreign Office official takes fall for fiasco and resigns; Starmer promises to deliver ‘relevant facts’ on Monday.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Keir Starmer says he is “absolutely furious” that he was not informed that Peter Mandelson failed his security vetting before being appointed UK envoy to
Mythos a serious threat but more will follow, Barclays CEO says Reuters
Lebanon and Israel are holding first direct talks in decades.Israel agreed to the 10-day pause in attacks against Lebanon but has refused to withdraw its troops from the south.The ceasefire was announced after officials met in person in Washington, DC – the first direct talks since 1993.Now, there is
NewsFeedAn 80-year-old grandfather was reunited with his son and grandchildren in Tyre, southern Lebanon, after a ceasefire with Israel came into effect. His family had been displaced by the Israeli army since March 2, among the 1.2 million Lebanese made to leave their homes.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr
Gianni Infantino responds to criticism for pricing of 2026 edition highlighting ‘very special’ US market as factor.By ReutersPublished On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended high ticket prices for this year’s World Cup in North America by saying that the event, which captivates the globe,
All eyes will be on Marie-Louise Eta on Saturday when she makes history as the first female head coach of a men’s team in the German football league, but experts believe the milestone moment should serve as the beginning of long-overdue recognition for women’s leadership skills and abilities in a
UN aid chief Tom Fletcher says hunger is tightening its grip amid rising humanitarian needs and intensifying fighting.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026The UN’s humanitarian chief has warned that South Sudan is at a dangerous crossroads as it faces the risk of famine.Tom Fletcher, the under-secretary-general for
The measure has long been criticised for allowing US intelligence agencies to collect citizen data without a warrant.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026The United States Congress has temporarily extended a controversial surveillance law which allows federal intelligence agencies to collect the data of foreigners, including their contacts
In brief:US president Donald Trump has appeared positive about the prospect of a peace deal with Iran.However, a new ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon remains fraught with all eyes watching for violations.US President Donald Trump told Agence France-Presse on Friday that a peace deal with Iran was "very close" and
Exclusive: Meta targets May 20 for first wave of layoffs; additional cuts later in 2026 Reuters
In brief:Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz "completely open" to commercial traffic.The Strait will remain open as long as a ceasefire in the Middle East holds.Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Friday that the strategic Strait of Hormuz, vital for the global oil trade, will remain "completely open" to
President Joseph Aoun promised to work to preserve Lebanon’s sovereignty and freedom.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has said that the country would no longer be an “arena for anyone’s wars”, and that the ceasefire with Israel should lead to work on permanent agreements.In
Top Foreign Office official takes fall for fiasco and resigns; Starmer promises to deliver ‘relevant facts’ on Monday.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Keir Starmer says he is “absolutely furious” that he was not informed that Peter Mandelson failed his security vetting before being appointed UK envoy to
Mythos a serious threat but more will follow, Barclays CEO says Reuters
Lebanon and Israel are holding first direct talks in decades.Israel agreed to the 10-day pause in attacks against Lebanon but has refused to withdraw its troops from the south.The ceasefire was announced after officials met in person in Washington, DC – the first direct talks since 1993.Now, there is
NewsFeedAn 80-year-old grandfather was reunited with his son and grandchildren in Tyre, southern Lebanon, after a ceasefire with Israel came into effect. His family had been displaced by the Israeli army since March 2, among the 1.2 million Lebanese made to leave their homes.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr
Gianni Infantino responds to criticism for pricing of 2026 edition highlighting ‘very special’ US market as factor.By ReutersPublished On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended high ticket prices for this year’s World Cup in North America by saying that the event, which captivates the globe,
All eyes will be on Marie-Louise Eta on Saturday when she makes history as the first female head coach of a men’s team in the German football league, but experts believe the milestone moment should serve as the beginning of long-overdue recognition for women’s leadership skills and abilities in a
UN aid chief Tom Fletcher says hunger is tightening its grip amid rising humanitarian needs and intensifying fighting.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026The UN’s humanitarian chief has warned that South Sudan is at a dangerous crossroads as it faces the risk of famine.Tom Fletcher, the under-secretary-general for
The measure has long been criticised for allowing US intelligence agencies to collect citizen data without a warrant.Published On 17 Apr 202617 Apr 2026The United States Congress has temporarily extended a controversial surveillance law which allows federal intelligence agencies to collect the data of foreigners, including their contacts