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US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade

ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/DUBAI: Negotiating teams from the U.S. and Iran could return to Islamabad ​this week to resume talks to end the war, sources told Reuters on Tuesday, after the collapse of weekend negotiations prompted Washington to impose a blockade on Iranian ports. While the ‌U.S. blockade drew angry rhetoric from Tehran, signs that diplomatic engagement might continue helped calm oil markets, pushing benchmark prices below $100 on Tuesday. The highest-level talks between the two adversar...

How a feud with Pope Leo could hurt Trump at home

US President Donald Trump has feuded with Pope Leo XIV over the war on Iran — setting off an unholy row that could have serious political implications for the Republican leader at home. Trump has drawn barbs even from some allies over the attacks on the US-born pontiff, who has criticised the Trump administration over its immigration crackdown, the intervention in Venezuela and the war on Iran. The president risks alienating the religious right in November’s crucial US midterm elections. So far,...

Hegseth right to mock Royal Navy, says ex-army chief as he backs claims over military underfunding – UK politics live

Richard Barrons backs George Robertson and says UK forces ‘too small and undernourished for the world that we now live in’Good morning. When Keir Starmer gave evidence to the Commons liaison committee before the Easter recess, and when he made a statement to MPs yesterday on the first day after it was over, he was repeatedly asked when the government will publish its defence investment plan (DIP). On both occasions, he could not give a timetable and would just say it would be published as soon a...

From Israel to South Korea: Countries with mandatory military service for people

From Israel to South Korea Countries with mandatory military service for people

Punjab Assembly panel chairman seeks withdrawal of bill setting minimum marriage age at 18

LAHORE: The chairperson of the Punjab Assembly’s Standing Committee on Local Government and Community Development, Muhammad Ashraf Rasool, has called for the immediate withdrawal of the Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Bill 2026. The bill was approved during a meeting of the committee on Monday, despite reservations expressed by several members, including the committee’s own chairperson. The meeting, chaired by MPA Muhammad Ashraf Rasool, was attended by the Minister for Local Government and rele...

Separate seating, tea pause to break off yelling match: Inside US-Iran talks in Pak

Separate seating tea pause to break off yelling match Inside USIran talks in Pak

Ex-Nato boss warns Britain's security 'in peril' in searing warning to Keir Starmer

Ex-Nato boss warns Britain's security 'in peril' in searing warning to Keir StarmerThe searing intervention - from prominent Labour defence expert Lord George Robertson - will set alarm bells ringing across Westminster amid the US/Israel war in the Middle EastCommentsNewsSophie Huskisson Political Correspondent08:46, 14 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesThe PM - pictured over visiting aircrew in Saudi Arabia - is under increasing pressure over delays to the 10-year defence investment plan(Imag...

Pakistan proposes new US–Iran talks as Vance, Trump signal progress

Pakistani officials said on Tuesday that Islamabad has proposed a second round of talks between the United States and Iran, even as senior US leaders signalled cautious optimism following the latest negotiations.The officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorised to brief the media, said the proposal was shared with both Washington and Tehran after the first round of discussions concluded.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply cli...

Vance ‘sad Orbán lost’ but says US will work with new Magyar government in Hungary – Europe live

US vice-president defends pre-election visit to Hungary with fresh barbs against EU in first comments since Orbán’s lossHungarian election winner Péter Magyar has been invited to meet with the Hungarian president, Tamás Sulyok, on Wednesday to discuss the government-formation process following the stunning win over Viktor Orbán in Sunday’s election.The meeting could be a bit awkward, given Magyar’s repeated calls for Sulyok, an Orbán loyalist, to resign from the office.“He’s one of the few Europ...

Angus Taylor accused of ‘desperate dog-whistle’ immigration speech as Pauline Hanson takes credit

Tony Burke says millions of people will be asking why the Liberals have a problem with their parents ‘who don’t speak great English but are great Australians’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLabor has accused Angus Taylor of “desperate dog-whistling” and says millions of Australians will be asking why the Liberal party has a problem with their parents who don’t speak English, amid a backlash to the opposition’s new h...

Free LPG cylinders, Rs 2,000 for women & more: What BJP promises in Tamil Nadu poll manifesto

India News: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday unveiled its manifesto for the upcoming assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, promising Rs 2,000 monthly aid for wom.

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Why Trump the Christ has opened a war front against Pope Leo

Why Trump the Christ has opened a war front against Pope Leo

Efforts underway for second round of US-Iran talks as US blockade takes effect

The standoff between the United States and Iran is deepening as the U.S. has declared it has blockaded the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has threatened to strike targets across the region, and Pakistan says it is racing to bring the sides together for more talks

बिहार के नए 'चौधरी' होंगे सम्राट? नीतीश ने भंग की कैबिनेट, कुछ देर में सौपेंगे अपने इस्तीफा

Around 90 detained in New York City protest over US arms sales to Israel

Dozens of protesters were detained by police in New York City on Monday during demonstrations calling for the blocking of arms sales to Israel and an end to US military support for its ally. Demonstrators included the anti-war group Jewish Voice for Peace, which said around 90 people were detained. Among those detained was whistleblower Chelsea Manning, a former US Army soldier and WikiLeaks source. The New York City Police Department said there were “multiple” arrest...

Live: 396 arrested over Noida violence, fresh protests erupt in several sectors

Live arrested over Noida violence fresh protests erupt in several sectors

 Trump’s son Eric to join father’s state visit to China

International Trump’s son Eric to join father's state visit to ChinaBy Reuters -Apr 14, 2026US President Donald Trump’s son ​Eric Trump and his wife, Lara, will accompany the president ‌on his trip next month to China, a spokeswoman for the family organization told Reuters on Tuesday. Two sources had told Reuters that members of Trump’s family, including ​Eric, were considering joining Trump on his highly anticipated May ​14-15 visit, potentially to contribute to US-China business relations...

Baby's Body Detached During "Forced Delivery" In UP, Severed Head Left In Womb

Instead of waiting for a specialist doctor, a female healthcare worker - an ASHA worker - present in the ambulance, administered a painkiller injection into Prema Devi and forcibly attempted delivery.

Huawei beats Apple and Samsung to the punch, announces Pura X Max widescreen foldable

Huawei beats Apple and Samsung to the punch announces Pura X Max widescreen foldable