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Wednesday, 25 March 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 01:25 CST
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Russia hits Ukraine with rare daytime barrage as new offensive begins

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy warns that Kyiv faces a deficit of missiles as Washington is focused on its war on Iran.

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US says they’re talking, Iran says they’re not. Who’s telling the truth?

Critics say Trump's claim of negotiations is a tactic to calm the market, but could the Iranians be ready to talk?

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Egypt’s Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season after 9-year stay

The former Chelsea and Roma forward has been linked with a move from Premier League champions to Saudi Pro League.

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What impact is the war on Iran having on Israel?

Iranian missiles hit the country as global economic damage deepens.

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Why is Trump asking for Europe’s help in war on Iran?

Former French Ambassador to the US Gerard Araud argues that Europe is right to avoid the US-Israeli war on Iran.

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Aid flotilla vessel arrives in Cuba amid US-driven energy crisis

Activists say that aid delivery is small 'gesture of solidarity' meant to draw attention to US energy blockade.

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The Israeli military wants several more weeks to fight Iran war, officials say

The Israeli military estimates it would need several more weeks of fighting to complete its war goals in Iran, at a time when President Trump says the U.S. is negotiating an end to the war.

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Iran names successor to security chief killed in US-Israeli attack

Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr, ex-IRGC commander, to replace late Ali Larijani as chief of Supreme National Security Council.

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Afghanistan frees detained US citizen Dennis Coyle as gesture of ‘goodwill’

US State Secretary Marco Rubio welcomes Coyle's release as 'positive step' and thanks Qatar and the UAE for their help.

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Israeli strike lands near Roman ruins in Lebanon

Smoke was seen rising close to Roman ruins in the Lebanese city of Tyre after an Israeli strike hit a building nearby.

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Kim Jong Un says North Korea will never give up on nuclear weapons

Kim Jong Un has said North Korea will never give up on its push for nuclear weapons.

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Anthropic challenges US Pentagon’s ban in San Francisco court showdown

Anthropic accuses Pentagon of unlawful retaliation over its refusal to loosen AI safety restrictions for military use.

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Israeli soldiers accused of ‘torturing’ toddler in Gaza

The family of a two-year-old boy in Gaza says Israeli soldiers tortured him to extract information about his father.

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When are UEFA’s World Cup 2026 playoffs, and which nations are involved?

The final qualification spots for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are about to be sealed via UEFA and Intercontinental playoffs.

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Palestinian FA calls for Israeli ban after FIFA discrimination report

The Israel Football Association was fined by FIFA for racism and discrimination breaches following Palestinian report.

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