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Russian ambassador calls Netherlands position on Mideast an attempt to sit on two stools
On the one hand, the Netherlands 'expresses understanding' of the reasons behind the United States and Israel’s actions against Iran, while on the other, it seeks to protect its reputation as a global energy hub, Vladimir Tarabrin said
West reluctant to close Syrian chemical weapons dossier — Russian Security Council
The Russian Security Council believes that the mission's goal is not disarmament but rather to maintain Syria’s rogue state status in order to preserve leverage over the new Damascus regime
Russia to scale back Victory Day parade as Ukraine extends its drone attacks
Annual event will feature no military hardware, which is vulnerable to long-range drones striking on near-daily basisEurope live – latest updatesRussia will hold a scaled-back Victory Day parade in Moscow on 9 May, without military hardware for the first time in almost two decades due to fears of a long-range attack by Ukrainian drones.The defence ministry said no armoured vehicles or missile systems would roll across Red Square during the parade, which marks the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany...
Minister says closure of Strait of Hormuz influenced UAE decision to leave OPEC
The country assured though that it shares the desire to stabilize the global fuel market. Its oil production policy will take into account global supply and demand
Russian, Congolese presidents to meet one-on-one — Kremlin
Today is a big day for Russian-Congolese relations, Dmitry Peskov noted
PMQs live: Keir Starmer faces pre-election showdown with Kemi Badenoch after crunch Mandelson vote
The PM will face questions less than 24 hours after MPs voted down the Tory motion to refer him to the Privileges Committee for a probe into whether he misled MPs over Peter Mandelson
Bengal Phase 2 polls: 78.68% voter turnout reported till 3 pm
Bengal Phase polls voter turnout reported till pm
West Bengal polls: Bhowanipore feels the heat as Mamata and Suvendu take on each other
Bhabanipur witnessed high-voltage drama as Mamata Banerjee and Suvendu Adhikari traded barbs amid polling. Mamata accused the BJP of rigging, while Suvendu dismissed her claims as frustration. Tensions flared at a polling booth, requiring intervention by security forces. This phase is crucial for both TMC's stronghold and BJP's challenge in south Bengal.
Ukraine’s new private air defences protect key sites from Russian drone attacks
NewsWorldEuropeUkraine’s new private air defences protect key sites from Russian drone attacksAnna Voitenko & Vitalii HnidyiWednesday 29 April 2026 11:26 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"b2967126","articleMeta":{"url":"https://www.independent.co.uk/news/...
Trump and Iran issue fresh warnings as standoff continues
Live Live Updates: Iran renews threat to second vital shipping lane as Trump warns Tehran to "get smart soon" By Tucker Reals Tucker Reals Editor Tucker Reals is CBSNews.com's foreign editor, based in the CBS News London bureau. He has worked for CBS News since 2006, prior to which he worked for The Associated Press in Washington, D.C., and London. Read Full Bio Tucker Reals Updated on: April 29, 2026 / 6:42 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google What to know about the Iran war today:President...
Russian parliament’s upper house ratifies military cooperation pact with Nicaragua
The document provides, in particular, for such areas of cooperation as joint training of troops, exchange of experience and information in countering the ideology of extremism and international terrorism and collaboration between military educational institutions
Brits are told 'leave Mali immediately' by UK government following widespread violence and security risks
Brits are told 'leave Mali immediately' by UK government following widespread violence and security risksBy OLIVIA ALLHUSEN, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 11:22, 29 April 2026 | Updated: 11:27, 29 April 2026 e-mail View comments
Martin Wiggen: UAE Exits OPEC to Move Closer to US
The UAE is set to depart OPEC on May 1 in a shocking move that blindsided other members of the oil production bloc. Nadia Martin Wiggen, Director at Svelland Capital spoke to Bloomberg's Horizons Middle East and Africa anchor Joumanna Bercetche on the impact of this on oil prices. (Source: Bloomberg)
Revealed: Nigel Farage was given undisclosed £5m by crypto billionaire in 2024
Reform leader changed his mind about standing as MP after gift from Thai-based crypto tycoon Christopher HarborneNigel Farage was given £5m by the crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne shortly before announcing he would stand in the 2024 British general election, the Guardian can reveal.Farage had already stated he did not intend to stand as a prospective MP but U-turned within weeks of receiving the personal gift from the Thai-based businessman. Continue reading...
Bengal polls: EC orders re-polling at polling booths where EVMs were taped
Bengal polls EC orders repolling at polling booths where EVMs were taped
UAE busts cross-border drug gang, seizes Dh3.3 million haul in joint operation
The National Anti-Narcotics Authority has dismantled a cross-border drug trafficking network in a month-long joint operation with Dubai and Sharjah police and authorities in Bahrain.Officials said 13 suspects of Asian and African nationalities were arrested, while the alleged ringleader, an Asian national operating from outside the UAE, was detained abroad in coordination with Bahraini authorities and brought to the country to face justice.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News...
Trump warns Iran ‘no more Mr Nice Guy’ as he calls for nuclear deal
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Trump summoned oil and gas execs to White House as Americans pay the highest price at the pump in four years
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsTrump summoned oil and gas execs to White House as Americans pay the highest price at the pump in four yearsThe meeting agenda covered crucial topics, including domestic production, progress in Venezuela, oil futures, natural gas, and shippingPaul Farrell Wednesday 29 April 2026 11:18 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookma...
Why BJP calls Abhishek Banerjee's Diamond Harbour the Lyari of Bengal
Why BJP calls Abhishek Banerjees Diamond Harbour the Lyari of Bengal
Buckingham Palace moves to smooth over Trump's claim that King Charles 'agrees' Iran should never have a nuclear weapon
Sign up for our Palace Confidential newsletter, direct from our royal experts - and we'll also send you an exclusive article on what the Queen really thought of Meghan. Get it HEREBy REBECCA ENGLISH ROYAL EDITOR IN WASHINGTON and NOOR QURASHI, NEWS REPORTER Published: 09:27, 29 April 2026 | Updated: 11:07, 29 April 2026 e-mail 109 View comments