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Saturday, 11 April 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 23:25 CST
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Vigil held in Madrid for victims of Israeli strikes on Lebanon

Dozens gathered in Madrid for a vigil honouring the victims of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon.

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Ceasefire brings some relief for Iranians but economic outlook remains grim

Activity picks up in Tehran's Grand Bazaar compared with before the ceasefire, but vendors say sales remain slow.

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Iraq parliament elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as president

New president pledges 'Iraq First' after securing 227 votes, ending five months of political deadlock.

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Strait of Hormuz leverage looms over US-Iran talks in Islamabad

US and Iran hold first direct talks since 1979 in Islamabad, with progress hinging on the Strait of Hormuz.

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Russia-Ukraine Orthodox Easter ceasefire begins

Both sides have agreed to observe the temporary truce, as US-led diplomatic efforts to end the war continue to stall.

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Machete-wielding man killed by police in New York’s Grand Central station

Three elderly victims were wounded at the transit hub attack as authorities continue to investigate, police said.

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Hundreds arrested at UK protest against Palestine Action ban

Hundreds of people gather in Trafalgar Square for demonstration, as elderly woman with cane is escorted away by police.

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Pope Leo says 'delusion of omnipotence' is fueling U.S.-Israeli war in Iran

In the first weeks of the war, the Chicago-born Leo was initially reluctant to publicly condemn the violence and limited his comments to muted appeals for peace and dialogue. But Leo stepped up his criticism starting on Palm Sunday.

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Peru holds presidential election amid a decade of political tumult

In the span of a decade, Peru has seen nine presidents come and go. How has that affected this year's presidential race?

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Hungry Fury ‘light and lean’ for heavyweight comeback fight with Makhmudov

Tyson Fury returns lighter than his last ‌fight but still weighs in three pounds heavier than Arslanbek Makhmudov.

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Christians return to Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre as Israel eases restriction

Orthodox Christians celebrated Easter’s Holy Fire ceremony at Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre.

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Police begin arrests at UK protest against Palestine Action ban

Hundreds of people gather in Trafalgar Square for demonstration, as elderly woman with cane is escorted away by police.

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US-Iran ceasefire: Can pressure, incentives, and risks deliver a final deal

Can US‑Iran ceasefire hold for talks? Vance team, midterm politics, energy risks, Tehran seeks relief.

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Lebanon mourns security forces killed in Israeli strike

Lebanon held funeral ceremonies for 13 members of the country’s State Security agency killed in an Israeli strike.

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US-Iran direct talks on ending war under way in Pakistan

Discussions between Iran and US delegations begin following separate bilateral meetings with Pakistani prime minister.

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