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Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz
Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas.
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Trump says ceasefire still in effect, but Iran ‘better sign agreement fast’
US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire with Iran is still in effect, despite clashes in the Strait of Hormuz.
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World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty
Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.
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Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.
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Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.
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Oil prices jump as US, Iran trade fire in Strait of Hormuz
Brent crude rises amid clashes in critical waterway.
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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt
Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.
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The Palestinian shot dead hours before his son was born
Nayef Samaro, 26 was shot dead hours before his son was born.
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Tennessee approves map dismantling majority-Black district
Tennessee has approved a new congressional map that breaks apart a majority-Black district centred on Memphis.
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Seafarers trapped in limbo as US and Iran clash in Strait of Hormuz
Some 20,000 seafarers are stranded in the Gulf amid the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran war live: Trump says ceasefire still ‘in effect’ as Iran, US clash
Iran accuses the US of violating the ceasefire by targeting Iranian vessels and carrying out strikes on coastal areas.
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'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia'
Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.
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Are global alliances fracturing?
From NATO to OPEC, global alliances seem strained like never before.
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Huge fire at Mexican fair kills five people
At least five people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a fairground in Villahermosa, southeastern Mexico.
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One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does
A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.
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Barcelona vs Real Madrid: El Clasico – La Liga, history, Valverde, Mbappe
Barca are set to storm La Liga this year and could seal title in Sunday's Clasico, but what is history of Real rivalry?
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Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll
An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
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Videos show interceptions over the skies of Tehran
Iranian state media says air defence systems were activated in western Tehran as multiple explosions were reported.
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Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence
Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.
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Real Madrid’s Valverde hospitalised with head injury after Tchouameni fight
Real's turbulent season takes another twist on eve of El Clasico with Federico Valverde hurt in dressing room clash.
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US trade court rules against Trump’s 10 percent global tariffs
The court ruled in favour of small businesses that challenged the tariffs that took place in February.
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Tenerife resort town awaits hantavirus-hit cruise ship
Locals react to cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak which is set to dock in southern Tenerife.
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Tennessee approves new congressional map in latest redistricting flurry
Republicans pass new map ahead of midterms after US Supreme Court weakened Voting Rights Act restrictions.
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Iran says it attacked US Navy ships after they targeted Iranian tanker
Tehran says it cause 'significant damage' to US military vessels, promising a 'crushing response to any aggression'.
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