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Gaza families say their children have been 'raped by Hamas-affiliated clerics', with the parents then intimidated into silence

Gaza families say their children have been 'raped by Hamas-affiliated clerics', with the parents then intimidated into silenceBy NATALIE LISBONA - MIDDLE EAST CORRESPONDENT Published: 10:36, 26 April 2026 | Updated: 10:36, 26 April 2026 e-mail View comments

A Tale of Two Europes: EU and NATO’s diverging views on Türkiye

In the space of a few days, two institutions at the heart of Europe’s security debate sent Türkiye very different messages. The first came from Hamburg, where European Commission...

K Annamalai’s rise in BJP: Ex-IPS officer turned Tamil Nadu party chief after 2021 election debut

K Annamalai will not contest the Tamil Nadu 2026 assembly elections.

Gunfire at White House Correspondents’ Dinner Triggers Evacuation, Trump Safe

A shooter has opened fire during the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner in Washington, triggering the evacuation of US President Donald Trump. Security services escorted the president out after possible shots were fired on Saturday. Many other attendees, including Vice President JD Vance and other members of Trump’s cabinet, were also rushed out. CNN quoted a source who confirmed Trump is safe. Two sources also said Vance was safely escorted out. “According to an administratio...

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King's security for US state visit under scrutiny as shots fired at Trump dinner

US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were rushed to safety by Secret Service agents after shots rang out at the glitzy White House correspondents dinner

Who is Cole Allen, suspect in the White House correspondents' dinner shooting?

The suspect arrested in the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner shooting on Saturday was identified by a law enforcement official as Cole Tomas Allen, a Los Angeles-area man who appears from social media sites to be a Caltech graduate working as a part-time teacher and game developer. The official said Allen, approximately 31 years of age, is a resident of Torrance, California, a coastal town that is part of the South Bay area adjacent to Los Angeles abutting Santa Monica Bay....

UAE strongly condemns shooting targeting Trump at WH correspondents dinner event

[Editor's note: Follow the Khaleej Times live blog for updates on the White House Correspondents' dinner shooting.]The UAE has strongly condemned the attack targeting US President Donald Trump.In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed UAE's solidarity with President Trump and his family, as well as the government and people of the US.Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.The ministry has also expressed its strong denunciation of these cri...

What to know about Cole Allen, alleged WH correspondents’ dinner shooter

Donald Trump evacuated from stage after firing at media gala; suspect Cole Tomas Allen in custody.

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'No place for political violence': World leaders react to White House correspondents' dinner shooting

The White House Correspondents’ Association dinner late on Saturday took an unexpected turn when a man opened fire in the hotel hosting the dinner, prompting the Secret Service to rush United States President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania out of the event. The man, who was armed with a shotgun, fired at a Secret Service agent, according to officials, bringing an end to the glitzy media gala as guests rushed to take cover. The suspected shooter has been identified by multiple US news outlet...

UAE condemns attack targeting Trump at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has strongly condemned the armed attack targeting President Donald Trump of the United States, expressing deep regret over the incident.In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed the UAE’s solidarity with President Trump and his family, as well as with the government and people of the United States. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.It also strongly denounced such criminal acts, reiterating the UAE’s firm rej...

Who is White House correspondents' dinner 'gunman' Cole Tomas Allen?

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Washington shooting: King’s security for US trip always ‘taken very seriously’

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Iran war live: Trump says White House Press Dinner shooting won't stop him 'winning'

Donald Trump was rushed out of White House Correspondents' Association dinner after a gunman stormed security and there were at least five to eight gunshots

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill at least five, damage ship in port

Ukrainian attacks on Russia injure at least six people in Vologda region and annexed Crimea.

Chernobyl anniversary: Zelenskyy accuses Russia of 'once again bringing world to brink of disaster'

Marking Chernobyl's 40th anniversary, Ukraine's President Zelenskyy accused Russia of "nuclear terrorism," citing drone activity near the plant and warning of man-made disasters. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drones struck a Russian fertilizer plant, causing a pipeline leak. Russia also launched numerous drones overnight, with Ukraine intercepting most.

Journalists' Posts From Trump Event Spark 'Safe Or Unsafe Venue' Debate

Trump event shooting: Donald Trump initially said it was "not a particularly secure building," but later said the ballroom where the event was being held was not breached by the gunman and was "very, very secure"

AAP sends petition to Rajya Sabha Chair to terminate 7 MPs who moved to BJP

The Aam Aadmi Party has urged the Rajya Sabha Chairman to disqualify seven MPs who defected to the BJP, citing constitutional experts who believe they are liable for disqualification. This move follows the MPs' departure, sparking a legal and political dispute over anti-defection rules.

The war in Iran is in a ‘limbo’ phase. Here’s why it could leave the world facing chaos

Despite Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi travelling to Pakistan, there are still no plans for direct talks with the US. Should the current impasse continue, analysts tell James C. Reynolds that it could hurt the west and strengthen Tehran