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Monday, 27 April 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 15:25 CST
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Russia attacks Odesa, claims Ukraine hit Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Ukrainian attack on captured Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant kills one worker, according to managers installed by Russia.

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North Korea opens museum commemorating troops killed fighting for Russia

Russia and North Korea deepen ties with plans for military cooperation and a symbolic memorial museum in Pyongyang.

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The war on Iran is eroding nuclear non-proliferation

US-Israeli attacks on Iran under the pretext of ending a nuclear weapons programme are damaging confidence in the NPT.

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Questions over Trump’s security after shooting at press gala

After gunshots echoed at this year’s Correspondents' dinner, security measures for President Trump came under scrutiny.

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Iran’s top diplomat in Russia as Tehran intensifies efforts to end the war

Pakistan and Oman remain involved in backchannel efforts to prevent a return to open US-Israel war on Iran.

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Iran war live: Araghchi to meet Putin; Strait of Hormuz remains shut

Iran's foreign minister heads to Russia as Trump says Iranian leaders can call on the phone if they want to talk.

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War and neglect fuel deadly measles epidemic in Sudan’s Darfur

Measles kills 70 in East Darfur's Labado in a few weeks as healthcare collapse leaves families without medicines.

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‘I have to protect them’: The man guarding Mauritania’s rare Islamic books

Chinguetti was once a popular desert library town attracting scholars from the Muslim world to its precious collections.

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ACL injury ends Xavi Simons’ World Cup 2026 dream with the Netherlands

Dutch midfielder suffers a suspected ACL injury to his right knee, ending his chances of playing in the FIFA World Cup.

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Iran war: What’s happening on day 59 amid diplomatic push to end conflict?

Iran discusses diplomatic solutions with regional partners as Trump says Iran could telephone if it wants to talk.

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Zaragoza goalkeeper punches player, sparks brawl in La Liga 2 derby match

Real Zaragoza's Esteban Andrada faces a ban for punching Huesca's Jorge Pulido after being shown a red card.

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King Charles US visit: What to know about the itinerary, Congress address

King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s visit comes amid US–UK tensions and the 250th anniversary of US independence.

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Activists accused of raiding Israeli weapons factory face trial in Germany

Five European nationals known as the 'Ulm Five' are said to have targeted a site linked to Elbit Systems.

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Rockets thrash LeBron’s Lakers; Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs’ return

Spurs beat Trail Blazers 114–93 series lead as DPOY Wembanyama returns from concussion protocol.

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Taiwan court hands down jail terms in TSMC trade secrets case

Ex-Tokyo Electron employee sentenced to 10 years, four other defendants receive between 10 months and six years.

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