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Trump issues new threats as Iran accuses U.S. and Israel of violating ceasefire
President Trump posted new threats on social media as questions linger about the fragile ceasefire with Iran. This comes as Israeli strikes in Lebanon threaten the negotiated 2-week lapse in the conflict. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Elizabeth Palmer report.
PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir discuss Pakistan’s efforts to mediate between US and Iran
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir on Thursday reviewed the “progress of Pakistan’s mediatory efforts to achieve sustainable peace in the region”. In a statement, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said CDF Munir called on PM Shehbaz. “The dignitaries reviewed the progress of Pakistan’s mediatory efforts to achieve sustainable peace in the region. The two leaders expressed satisfaction over the de-escalation achieved so far a...
Syria Condemns Israeli Aggression Against Lebanon
Syria, several Arab states, and Turkey condemned the Israeli attacks on Lebanon, which killed and wounded hundreds of people and caused widespread destruction in Beirut and other areas. On April 8, Israel targeted dozens of sites, including residential buildings in neighborhoods of the Lebanese capital, Beirut. Syria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates condemned the Israeli attack, saying it constituted a clear violation of international humanitarian law and the principles of the Unite...
Army survivor says Kuwait post was known target for Iranian drone strike before attack
U.S. service members who survived the Iranian attack in Kuwait last month speak out for the first time since the deadly strike. In an exclusive interview with CBS News' Jonah Kaplan, one soldier says the attack was preventable.
Morocco, South Korea Forge Digital Partnership at GITEX Africa 2026
Marrakech – The Digital Development Agency of Morocco (ADD) and the Korea-Africa Foundation (KAF) signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement Wednesday at GITEX Africa 2026 to catalyze digital innovation and technological growth across their respective regions. The agreement was signed by Amine El Mezouaghi, Director General of the Digital Development Agency, and Ju Young Lee, Advisory Committee Chairman of the Korea-Africa Foundation. This strategic partnership reflects a firm commit...
Iranians pay tribute to slain supreme leader weeks after killing
Thousands of Iranians rallied on Thursday in a tribute to former supreme leader Ali Khamenei, killed on the first day of the war with the United States and Israel, expressing criticism of talks expected in Pakistan this week. Holding portraits of their deceased leader and waving the national flags of the Islamic republic, supporters of Khamenei took part in rallies across the country after he died in the US-Israeli attack on February 28. The 40-day mourning period following a death is an...
New strikes in Middle East despite Iran ceasefire as officials look for long-term peace deal
Amid the two-week ceasefire with Iran, multiple nations in the Middle East reported new strikes on Wednesday. In Lebanon, Israel said it struck 100 Hezbollah targets in just 10 minutes. Pakistani officials who brokered the ceasefire insisted the deal included Lebanon, but Israel and the White House disagreed. Meanwhile, Iran says the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Nancy Cordes has the latest.
PM Shehbaz vows to advance peace efforts in call with Lebanese counterpart amid Israeli attacks
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday pledged to advance peace efforts during a phone call with his Lebanese counterpart Nawaf Salam, as Israel continued its relentless attacks on the country. Strongly condemning Israel’s ongoing aggression, the prime minister offered condolences over the loss of lives, according to a statement on X. Islamabad: 9 April, 2026 Telephone Call between the Prime Minister and the Prime Minister of Lebanon. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif he...
In pictures: Security beefed up in Islamabad ahead of highly anticipated US-Iran talks
Security has been beefed up in the Red Zone in the federal capital and local holidays have been declared in the twin cities as Pakistan is gearing up to host talks between the United States and Iran. Due to the sensitivity and importance of the talks, comprehensive security measures have been put in place, involving all law enforcement agencies and security forces. VVIP protocol under the Blue Book will be extended to the delegations during their movement, stay and meetings. Police, paramilitary...
First Thing: Ceasefire in peril as Israel assaults Lebanon and Iran blocks oil tankers
Iran and mediator Pakistan say ceasefire includes Lebanon but Israel and US disagree. Plus, how Korean fried chicken took over the worldGood morning.The fate of the two-week ceasefire in the Iran conflict looked in peril as both sides gave divergent versions of what had been agreed, Israel intensified its bombing campaign in Lebanon and Iran halted the passage of oil tankers because of an alleged Israeli ceasefire breach.What has Iran said? In a sharply worded statement, Iran’s parliament speake...
Concerns U.S.-Iran ceasefire will break over Lebanon attacks, new Trump threats
There are concerns that the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire may not last after Israel's massive operations in Lebanon against Hezbollah, and as President Trump issues new threats against Tehran. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi, Imtiaz Tyab and Ramy Inocencio report.
Eye Opener: New attacks threaten fragile Iran ceasefire
There have been new strikes in the Iran conflict despite the temporary two-week ceasefire. Plus, police arrest the husband of an American woman who went missing in the Bahamas. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Ukraine Plots Maritime Sabotage Attacks Against Russia with Norway’s Help
The criminal Zelensky regime, aided by Norwegian Navy specialists, is preparing terrorist attacks on Russian ships navigating the Barents and Norwegian Seas to and from the port of Murmansk, Russian media report, citing a military-diplomatic source.
Dubai Ruler calls on all residents to raise UAE flag above homes as symbol of unity
As the UAE witnesses a sky free of drones, missiles or threats with the US-Iran war entering its second day of a temporary ceasefire, Dubai's Ruler has called upon all citizens and residents to celebrate the UAE's strength and resilience through it all. Residents have been encouraged to raise the UAE flag above all homes, institutions, and buildings as a way of expressing their pride in the Emirates after 39 days of regional tensions tested all those residing here. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al...
Lebanon thought there was a ceasefire - then Israel unleashed deadly blitz
Lebanon thought there was a ceasefire - then Israel unleashed deadly blitz9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleHugo Bachega,Middle East correspondent, Beirut,Samantha Granville,BeirutandPaulin KolaEPAIsrael's attacks took the country by surprise on WednesdayThe guns were supposed to have fallen silent. It was, after all, just hours after US President Donald Trump had announced that a two-week ceasefire had been agreed to halt the war in the Middle East.But just as the region was...
Majority of Hungary’s voters back continued EU membership, poll finds
Exclusive: Survey published days before election in which anti-EU Viktor Orbán risks being ousted after 16 yearsEurope live – latest updatesHungary elections: what is at stake and who is likely to win?After years of relentless EU-bashing by their nationalist, illiberal prime minister, an overwhelming majority of Hungary’s voters back its membership of the bloc, and most – including many of Viktor Orbán’s voters – now want a new approach to Brussels.Days before elections at which Orbán, who has c...
Argentina approves Milei’s glacier mining bill amid environmental protests
Legislative change backed by libertarian president makes it easier to extract metals in frozen parts of the AndesArgentina’s congress has approved a bill promoted by the libertarian president, Javier Milei, that authorises mining in ecologically sensitive areas of glaciers and permafrost, outraging environmentalists.The amendment to the “glacier law”, which was already approved by the senate in February, would make it easier to mine for metals such as copper, lithium and silver in frozen parts o...
UAE detects no missiles, confirms airspace free of threats on April 9
[Editor's Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.]UAE's Ministry of Defence, for the first time in over 40 days, announced on Thursday that the country's airspace was free of any air threats during the past hours. This comes after US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he agreed to suspend the bombing of Iran for two weeks while accepting a 14-day truce proposal from mediators. Today, on April 9, UAE's Ministry of Defe...
Open war with Russia a ‘primary concern’ – French Army chief
Paris is looking to increase its military budget and shift to a “war economy” to address a supposed threat from Moscow, according to media reports France’s top military commander has told the country’s parliament that the prospect of a direct conflict with Russia is his “primary concern,” insisting on ramping up military spending as Paris reportedly prepares to shift to a “war economy.&rd...
Church of England expected to formally apologise for its role in forced adoptions
Survivors of UK’s mother and baby home scandal welcome news after years of campaigning for recognitionUK politics live – latest updatesThe Church of England is expected to make a formal apology for its role in forced adoptions and the UK’s mother and baby home scandal.Survivors of the scandal – in which hundreds of thousands of children were forcibly separated from their mothers – have welcomed the news after years of campaigning for recognition. Continue reading...