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A slow-moving convoy of tractors caused traffic disruption in Belfast on Tuesday as fuel protests spread from Ireland to Northern Ireland.
The US Treasury Department issued a sweeping warning to all financial institutions on Tuesday, saying it is ready to apply secondary sanctions on any entity it determines to be working in support of Iranian activities.
Pope Leo condemned violations of international law by 'neocolonial' powers during his Africa tour, following President Trump's direct attack on him.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's comments about Pope Leo XIV, stating they were 'unacceptable' and reaffirming the Pope's right to advocate for peace and condemn war.
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that Lebanon is facing a growing food security crisis as conflict continues to disrupt livelihoods and access to essential goods. WFP country director Allison Oman stated that the situation is rapidly becoming a food security crisis, with food becoming increasingly unaffordable due to rising prices and demand among displaced families.
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a ban on access to social media for children under 15, effective from January 1, 2027, citing concerns over rising anxiety and sleep problems among youth.
Japan is considering releasing an additional 20 days' worth of oil reserves in May due to ongoing uncertainties over the Strait of Hormuz.
China's factory-gate prices likely returned to growth in March, ending a 41-month run of declines as higher global oil prices pushed up industrial costs, with the producer price index (PPI) expected to rise 0.5% year-on-year.
Al Jazeera condemned the killing of its correspondent Mohammed Wishah in an Israeli attack in Gaza, describing the incident as a 'deliberate and targeted crime.' The network emphasized that the killing was intended to intimidate journalists and prevent them from carrying out their professional duties.
The Israeli army claimed Thursday that it had killed a senior aide to Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem in an overnight Wednesday strike on the capital Beirut. A military statement said that the army had 'eliminated Ali Yusuf Harshi, personal secretary and nephew of Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem.' The military described Harshi as 'a close associate and adviser' to Qassem, saying he played 'a central role in managing and securing his office.' There was no confirmation from Hezbollah regarding the claim. Late Wednesday, Israeli warplanes struck the Lailaki-Kafaat area in southern Beirut, with blasts heard across the capital, Lebanon’s state news agency said. At least 254 people were killed and 1,165 others injured in Israeli attacks across Lebanon, including Beirut, according to Lebanese Civil Defense. Longer term, the Lebanese Health Ministry said the overall death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon since March 2 has risen to 1,739 with 5,873 others injured. The attacks came despite a US-Iran ceasefire agreement announced Wednesday. Some international leaders are pushing to extend the ceasefire to Lebanon, despite US and Israeli opposition.
Efforts by Türkiye, Egypt, and Pakistan to mediate between Iran and the U.S. have yet to yield results.
Iran said Monday it is seeking an 'end to the imposed war' rather than a ceasefire with the US, rejecting proposals for a temporary truce and insisting on 'guarantees' to prevent renewed war. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said during a press briefing in Tehran that any pause in fighting would risk allowing Iran’s adversaries to regroup.
Ukrainian forces used a drone to target a wheat-laden bulk carrier in the Sea of Azov, killing two crew members while eight made it to shore in a lifeboat before the ship sank, Russian authorities said on Sunday.
Jamie Dimon cautioned that the Iran war could lead to prolonged oil and commodity price shocks, making inflation more persistent and potentially pushing interest rates higher than markets expect.
Bahrain reported that fires caused by an Iranian drone attack at a petrochemical company were fully extinguished, with no casualties. Authorities are assessing the damage.
The U.S. Secret Service is investigating reports of gunfire near Lafayette Park, north of the White House in Washington, D.C. Officers responded to the area overnight Saturday, shortly after midnight. A thorough search of the park and surrounding area found no suspect, and no injuries were reported. The Secret Service is working with D.C. Metropolitan Police Department and U.S. Park Police, seeking a possible vehicle and person of interest.
The Lebanese army announced that Corporal Hussein Ali Nahle was killed in an Israeli attack targeting Kafr Hati, near Sidon.
Three fires erupted at the Borouge petrochemicals plant in the UAE following a successful interception by air defense systems. No casualties were reported, and authorities are assessing the damage.
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported fires and significant material losses at its facilities following an Iranian drone strike. No casualties were reported, and teams are working to contain the fires and prevent them from spreading to other facilities.
A US-Israeli attack targeting petrochemical facilities in southwestern Iran resulted in at least five deaths and 170 injuries, according to state media reports.