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Elizabeth Warren Calls Amazon MGM’s $40 Million ‘Melania’ Bid ‘Bribery in Plain Sight,’ but Studio Says It Did Nothing ‘Improper’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren is accusing Amazon MGM Studios of committing “bribery in plain sight” after the media giant spent lavishly to land a documentary about First Lady Melania Trump. However the company disagrees with that assessment and maintains it has done nothing wrong. In March, the Massachusetts senator and Rep. Hank Johnson (D-Ga.) led […]
US blockade of Strait of Hormuz is ‘easy enough for them to do’ but at what cost?
The US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz may give it a strategic advantage over Iran, but analysts warned that the increased pressure on Iran may call the ceasefire into question and deepen the energy crisis. US Central Command said a blockade on ships “entering or departing Iranian ports and coastal areas” would take effect at 10am US eastern time (3pm GMT) on Monday along the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. It also said it would not impede vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz to and from...
Moroccan Jewish Community in Washington Celebrates Mimouna
Rabat – The Moroccan Jewish community in Washington celebrated the traditional festival of Mimouna on Sunday in an atmosphere of unity, cultural pride, and shared heritage. The Moroccan Embassy in the US and Sephardic Heritage International DC organized the event, which took place at the Edlavitch Jewish Community Center of Washington, DC. It brought together members of the Moroccan Jewish community, US officials, diplomats, and figures from the public and private sectors. Speaking at the...
South Korean president’s Holocaust remarks spark Israel outcry
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has sparked a diplomatic row with Israel and criticism at home after comparing Israeli military actions against Palestinians to the Holocaust in a post on social media platform X. The controversy began on Friday after Lee said “wartime killings” by the Israel Defence Forces were “no different from the Jewish massacre” by the Nazis in World War II and reposted footage with a caption that said it showed Israeli troops had tortured and thrown a Palestinian from...
Rep. Eric Swalwell ends bid for California governor amid sexual assault allegations
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell announced he is suspending his campaign in the California governor's race following mounting allegations of sexual misconduct. Democratic congressional leaders have called for an investigation as Swalwell denies the allegations of sexual assault.
Janelle Stelson hauls in over $2.1M in Q1 in House race against Rep Scott Perry
Democrat Janelle Stelson’s campaign announced on Monday that the former broadcast journalist hauled in over $2.1 million in the first quarter of fundraising this year as she eyes a rematch against Rep. Scott Perry (R-Pa.) this November, according to figures first shared with The Hill. Stelson’s campaign said it has received contributions from 9,000 unique donors; she starts off the second…
SNP has ignored pothole problem while wasting billions elsewhere – Findlay
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What Pakistani jets in Saudi Arabia mean for Gulf security in Iran war
Pakistan’s deployment of an air force contingent at a base on Saudi Arabia’s Gulf coast, coming as it mediated talks between Iran and the US, could force Tehran to reconsider its strategy of attacking critical energy infrastructure in the kingdom, analysts say. While purely defensive in nature, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) task force posed a poignant question to Tehran: if hostilities resumed, would it be prepared to risk shooting down warplanes belonging to the peacemaking country it clearly...
Senior Hezbollah official does not rule out civil war breaking out in Lebanon
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam earlier demanded that the Shiite organization transfer weapons to the Lebanese state and limit its activities to the political sphere within the framework of constitutional provisions
UAE President and King of Bahrain discuss fraternal relations and regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of the Kingdom of Bahrain during a fraternal visit to the country.The two sides discussed the close ties and cooperation between the UAE and Bahrain, as well as ways to further strengthen relations in a manner that supports their development priorities and mutual interests and benefits their peoples.UAE President and King of Bahrain discuss fraternal relations and regional developments #WamNews http...
وزیر خارجه لبنان: مذاکرات با اسرائیل، جدایی پرونده لبنان از جمهوری اسلامی را تقویت میکند
یوسف رجی، وزیر خارجه لبنان در حساب ایکس خود نوشت: «لبنان از طریق مذاکرات مستقیم با اسرائیل در پی دستیابی به آتشبس است و این مسیر عملا جدایی پرونده لبنان از مسیر جمهوری اسلامی را تقویت کرده است.»
Pope Pushes Back Against Trump in Feud Over Iran War
The fallout over the Iran war has extended to a clash between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV, after the pontiff voiced his concerns about the United States-led military campaign. Trump harshly criticized him, saying "he's a very liberal person" and later calling him "terrible for foreign policy" in a social media post. Now the Pope is pushing back saying, “I have no fear of either the Trump administration, or speaking out loudly of the message of the Gospel, that’s what I believe I
‘The 25th Amendment was written with Donald Trumps in mind,’ ex-CIA director says
NewsWorldAmericasUS politics‘The 25th Amendment was written with Donald Trumps in mind,’ ex-CIA director saysJohn Brennan joins calls for president’s removal and says: ‘We really are in very, very troubling times’Joe Sommerlad Monday 13 April 2026 13:19 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,...
Trump says Iran reached out this morning, wants a deal
US President Donald Trump on Monday said that they were contacted by the right and appropriate people in Iran, and they want to work out a deal. "We've been called this morning by the right people, the appropriate people, and they want to work a deal," said Trump during a news conference. However, he reiterated that the United States would not agree to any deal unless Iran abandoned its pursuit of nuclear weapons. “Iran will never obtain nuclear weapons,” Trump said,...
Trump Ally Viktor Orbán Concedes Defeat in Hungary Election
Voters in Hungary ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, marking a stunning defeat for the close ally of both President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The winner, Péter Magyar, has pledged to rebuild Hungary’s relationships with the European Union and NATO.
Strait of Hormuz: Between noise and the clarity of international law
The Strait of Hormuz has once again returned to the centre of regional and international attention, not only because of the renewed media debate surrounding its legal status, but also due to the broader geopolitical tensions shaping discussions around it. A key point of dispute remains the strait itself, particularly in light of the latest developments in Islamabad, where the United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement after extended negotiations. Both sides acknowledged that major disag...
Tory defectors to Reform could be hauled in front of ‘Boriswave’ migration probe
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What to know about Trump's Iran blockade and the Strait of Hormuz
The United States’ plan to blockade Iranian ports and marine traffic starting at 10 a.m. ET Monday has sent oil prices surging, as the countries reignited their tussle over the crucial Strait of Hormuz after peace talks ended without a deal
بنیامین نتانیاهو: قرار بوده جمهوری اسلامی تنگه هرمز را باز کند، اما نکرد
بنیامین نتانیاهو در جلسه کابینه گفت که جیدی ونس، معاون رییس جمهور ایالات متحده به او گفته آمریکا نمیتوانست نقض آتشبس از سوی جمهوری اسلامی را تحمل کند. به گفته او قرار بود بلافاصله پس از آتشبس، جمهوری اسلامی تنگه هرمز را باز کند، اما این کار انجام نشده است.
Can diplomacy survive the deep-seated trust deficit between the US and Iran?
Though the 21-hour negotiations can be considered a sincere attempt to secure a significant, if fragile, shift in diplomatic engagement, both countries were discussing terms with their fingers on the trigger