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Tuesday, 12 May 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 19:25 CST
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Trump addresses the nation at critical moment in the war with Iran

The address comes after weeks of uncertainty over when and how the U.S. could extricate itself from the conflict.

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Iran war live: Trump to address nation; Tehran denies seeking ceasefire

US-Israeli attacks on Iran cause deaths and damage to infrastructure across Iran.

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Magnitude 7.4 quake hits off Indonesia’s Ternate, tsunami warning triggered

The United States Geological Survey says the earthquake was at a ​depth of 10km (6.21 miles).

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FBI agents from US arrive in Cuba to probe lethal speedboat shooting

Trump administration has denied involvement after Cuban government says a boat of armed men tried to infiltrate island.

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First troops from UN-backed Gang Suppression Force arrive in Haiti

The force has an initial mandate of 12 months to address widespread gang violence in Haiti ahead of its elections.

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Artemis II successfully launches four astronauts into space

NASA successfully launched four astronauts into space on Wednesday evening, for a 10-day flight to the moon.

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NASA successfully launches historic Artemis II moon mission

The mission is a major step in NASA’s plan to return humans to the moon and eventually send astronauts to Mars.

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US removes sanctions on Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez

US has exerted growing influence over the Venezuelan government after abducting former President Nicolas Maduro.

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NASA moon mission a ‘contrast’ to US war on Iran, says US senator

Astronauts have boarded NASA’s Orion capsule as they prepare for the first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years.

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SpaceX files to go public, paving way to make Elon Musk first trillionaire

Company has captured public attention through vast network of satellites and focus on space exploration.

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Smoke and embers seen over Iran’s Isfahan after strike

Video captured a massive column of smoke and burning embers towering over Isfahan, Iran following a US-Israeli strike.

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Protesters gather to oppose changes to US birthright citizenship law

Protests gathered as the US Supreme Court heard arguments on Donald Trump’s move to restrict birthright citizenship.

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Celebrations erupt as DR Congo ends over 50-year World Cup wait

Fans braved heavy rain to celebrate as the Democratic Republic of the Congo beat Jamaica in extra time.

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What are the consequences of Israel’s death penalty law for Palestinians?

Israel has become the first country to vote in favour of capital punishment in the 21st century.

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‘Which interests being served by war?’ Iran’s Pezeshkian asks US public

In open letter, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urges Americans to see beyond 'flood of distortions' as war rages.

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