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Elon Musk says Soros organization seizes power in Hungary after elections
This was the businessman's response to a remark by Alex Soros that the Hungarian people had "taken back" their country
Ex-CIA Director: ‘I think the 25th Amendment was written with’ Trump ‘in mind’
Former CIA Director John Brennan said Saturday that he believed the 25th Amendment “was written with” President Trump “in mind,” comments that come after multiple Democrats pushed for Trump’s ouster following his intense threats toward Iran. “I think the 25th Amendment was written with Donald Trumps in mind, because allowing someone like this to continue…
ترامپ: پاپ در برابر جرم و جنایت ضعیف است و در سیاست خارجی افتضاح عمل میکند
دونالد ترامپ، رییسجمهوری آمریکا، در تروث سوشال پاپ لئو چهاردهم را به «ضعف» در برابر جرم و جنایت و سیاست خارجی متهم کرد. او پس از درخواست پاپ برای کاهش تنش با ایران، از او خواست سیاسی نباشد و بر نقش مذهبی خود تمرکز کند.
Hungary's conservative icon Orban defeated by centre-right opposition
Hungary's veteran nationalist leader Viktor Orban lost power to the upstart centre-right Tisza party in Sunday's national election after 16 years in office, marking a setback for his allies in Russia and US President Donald Trump's White House. Orban, 62, was celebrated by conservatives across Europe and the United States as the mastermind of ‌the "illiberal" model of democracy, but lost favour at home with voters who grew weary of economic stagnation, international...
Trump says 'WEAK on crime' Pope Leo 'wouldn't be in the Vatican' without him
Trump says ‘WEAK on crime’ Pope Leo ‘wouldn’t be in the Vatican’ without himBy STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 02:24, 13 April 2026 | Updated: 02:32, 13 April 2026 e-mail 6 View comments
‘Ridiculous’: Iran army’s navy chief mocks Trump threats to block Hormuz strait
Iran’s Navy commander has dismissed President Donald Trump’s latest threats to impose a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz as “very ridiculous and laughable,” saying the Iranian military is closely monitoring every move of the US fleet in the region.
Trump says U.S. will blockade Strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks collapse
President Trump says the United States will blockade the Strait of Hormuz, stepping up pressure on Iran after peace talks in Pakistan ended without a breakthrough. Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Eric Swalwell quits California governor race after sexual assault allegations
Democratic congressman, running to replace Gavin Newsom, has faced multiple accusationsRepresentative Eric Swalwell, the Democratic frontrunner in the fiercely contested race to be governor of California, has suspended his campaign amid a series of sexual assault and misconduct allegations by a former staff member and at least three other women.The woman who worked for Swalwell said the California congressman had sexually assaulted her twice when she was too inebriated to consent, according to a...
UK will not join Trump's blockade of Iran's ports in the Strait of Hormuz
UK will not join Trump's blockade of Iran's ports in the Strait of Hormuz16 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleHarry SekulichAFP via Getty ImagesPrime Minister Sir Keir Starmer will not send British forces to enforce US blockade of Iranian ports.The UK will not be involved in enforcing the US military blockade of Iran, the BBC understands.British naval ships and soldiers will not be used to block Iranian ports, while UK minesweepers and anti-drone capabilities will continue...
US begins high-risk operation to reopen Hormuz, deploys mine-clearing assets
The US military has launched a high-risk effort to restore safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, deploying warships and mine-clearing assets to reopen one of the world’s most critical energy routes while announcing a naval "blockade" on all Iran ports.The US Central Command said the US Navy sent two $2-billion guided-missile destroyers — USS Frank E. Peterson and USS Michael Murphy — through the strategic chokepoint in the first such transit since the Iran conflict began.A view of the USS F...
Congressman Eric Swalwell drops out of California governor's race amid abuse claims
Congressman Eric Swalwell drops out of California governor's race amid abuse claims10 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSareen HabeshianAFP via Getty ImagesUS congressman Eric Swalwell has dropped out of California's governor race following growing pressure over sexual misconduct allegations. The Democrat has been accused by four women of misconduct ranging from sexual harassment to rape. He has denied the claims and vowed to defend himself with "facts".Still, top...
Australia appoints woman to lead its army for the first time
Australia on Monday said a woman would lead its army for the first time in history, as part of a reshuffle of the country's defence force leadership. Lieutenant General Susan Coyle, the current chief of joint capabilities, will become chief of army in July, the government said in a statement. She will replace Lieutenant General Simon Stuart. Coyle's appointment comes as Australia's military seeks to boost the number of female officers in its ranks. It faces a wave of allegations of...
Pakistan launches second anti-polio drive of 2026
Pakistan has launched second nationwide anti-polio campaign of 2026, ARY News reported on Monday, citing health officials. In February, National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) said that the first national anti-polio drive of 2026 was successfully completed. The NEOC in a statement said that over 4,43,00,000 children were administered polio vaccine in the campaign. As per details, the anti-polio campaign will continue until 19 April. The initiative is being carried out across 169 districts in...
Eric Swalwell exits California governor race apologizing for past judgment while denying claims
Rep. Eric Swalwell said he is suspending his campaign for California governor, citing personal issues and ongoing allegations in a statement posted on X."I am suspending my campaign for Governor," Swalwell wrote. "To my family, staff, friends, and supporters, I am deeply sorry for mistakes in judgment I’ve made in my past. HOUSE REPUBLICAN PLANS MOTION TO OUST SWALWELL FROM CONGRESS AMID SEXUAL ASSAULT ALLEGATIONS"I will fight the serious, false allegations that have been made — but that’s my fi...
Senate Democrat avoids answering whether Swalwell should resign from Congress
Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., did not answer on Sunday whether he believes Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., should resign from Congress after recent allegations of sexual misconduct."I do want to ask about allegations against one of your fellow Democrats, Eric Swalwell, allegations of rape and sexual misconduct," CNN's Dana Bash said on "State of the Union." "He denies these allegations as false, says they never happened. You were a leader in your party. Do you think he should resign from Congress or fa...
Keiko Fujimori likely to advance to presidential runoff in Peru — exit poll
According to an Ipsos exit poll, her competitors received a nearly equal percentage of the vote
Eric Swalwell drops out of California governor’s race after multiple sexual misconduct allegations
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsEric Swalwell drops out of California governor’s race after multiple sexual misconduct allegationsA former staffer and three other women accused Swalwell of repeatedly making unwanted sexual advances Ariana Baio in New York Monday 13 April 2026 02:01 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookma...
Fighting assault allegations, Rep. Swalwell suspends his bid for California governor
The San Francisco Chronicle and CNN reported multiple allegations of sexual assault and misconduct. Swalwell calls them false but apologized to his supporters and family.(Image credit: Rich Pedroncelli)
Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) on Sunday suspended his campaign for California governor, soon after Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office said it was investigating Swalwell in connection with a sexual assault allegation from a former staffer. “I am suspending my campaign for Governor,” Swalwell wrote in a post on the social platform X. “To my…
Swalwell ends bid for California governor amid sexual assault allegations
Politics Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell ends bid for California governor as he faces sexual assault allegations By Caitlin Yilek Caitlin Yilek Politics Reporter Caitlin Yilek is a politics reporter at CBSNews.com, based in Washington, D.C. She previously worked for the Washington Examiner and The Hill, and was a member of the 2022 Paul Miller Washington Reporting Fellowship with the National Press Foundation. Read Full Bio Caitlin Yilek Updated on: April 12, 2026 / 8:56 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS...