World · Politics
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Japan, Australia deepen energy ties as Hormuz closure hits Asia
Japan and Australia agreed to urgent energy cooperation as Iran's blocking of Strait of Hormuz shipping strains Asia.
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Pakistan says 22 crew from seized Iranian ship MV Touska evacuated for repatriation
Pakistan said 22 crew members from the seized Iranian ship MV Touska were flown to Pakistan Sunday night for repatriation.
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Japan PM says Strait of Hormuz closure severely impacts Asia Pacific region
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the Strait of Hormuz closure is causing major disruption in Asia Pacific and Japan is working with Australia to respond.
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Israeli gunfire in West Bank's Tel Askar kills and maims teenagers
Israeli soldiers have killed 3 teenagers and maimed many more in Tel Askar near Nablus, a report says.
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Iran says 2 missiles hit US Navy destroyer near Strait of Hormuz
Iranian state media said 2 missiles hit a US Navy destroyer as it tried to enter the Strait of Hormuz.
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Lebanon faces Israeli occupation of southern territory amid historic summit talks
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun prepares for historic U.S. trip as Israel occupies 10% of southern Lebanon during fragile ceasefire.
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Nigeria plans voluntary repatriation of citizens from South Africa
Nigeria is planning to repatriate nationals in South Africa who want to return home as attacks on foreigners raise alarm.
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BBC says smugglers are taking Starlink gear into Iran during blackout
BBC reports a clandestine network is smuggling Starlink equipment into Iran as the country endures a blackout that began after 28 February airstrikes.
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Health of jailed Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi sharply worsens, family and Nobel committee say
Relatives and the Nobel Peace Prize Committee urged urgent medical care for Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi after her health declined in detention.
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Ukraine Strengthens Drone Partnerships with Gulf States Amid Iran Conflict
Ukraine signed deals with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar to share drone technology and expertise amid ongoing tensions involving Iran and Russia.
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Pentagon to cut 5,000 US troops from Germany amid mixed political reactions
The Pentagon announced plans to reduce US troop levels in Germany by 5,000 following a review of theater requirements.
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Amsterdam bans public ads for meat and fossil fuels
Amsterdam has become the first capital city to ban public advertisements for meat and fossil fuel products, with the rule in force since 1 May 2026.
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South African police recover human remains from Komati River during search for missing businessman
South African police recovered human remains from the crocodile-infested Komati River during a search for a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.
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Peter Obi, Rabiu Kwankwaso join Nigeria Democratic Congress
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso said they had left their former party and joined Nigeria's Democratic Congress ahead of next year's presidential vote.
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Australia launches royal commission into antisemitism after Bondi attack
Australia has opened a royal commission into antisemitism after the 2023 Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting killed 15 people.
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Kenya AI health pricing system overcharges poorest, investigations find
Kenya’s AI-powered health contribution system is overcharging poorer residents and undercharging wealthier ones, investigators found.
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BJP leads West Bengal election for first time in early count
Early results showed Narendra Modi's BJP leading in West Bengal for the first time, with 200 of 294 seats by 4:30 p.m. India time Monday.
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BJP achieves major political breakthrough by winning West Bengal in India
Narendra Modi's BJP won West Bengal on Monday, marking a major breakthrough in one of India’s toughest political regions.
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Australia opens public hearings into Bondi Beach shooting inquiry
Australia opened public hearings on Monday into the Bondi Beach mass shooting, a royal commission hearing from Jewish Australians about rising antisemitism.
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South Korea probes explosion and fire on ship in Strait of Hormuz
South Korea said on Monday it was investigating an explosion and fire on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to visit Italy and Vatican May 6-8 amid tensions
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Rome and the Vatican May 6-8 to meet Pope Leo and Italian officials amid diplomatic tensions with the Trump administration.
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United Airlines Boeing 767 strikes light pole and delivery truck near Newark airport
A United Airlines Boeing 767 clipped a light pole and delivery truck during final approach to Newark on Sunday, injuring the truck driver lightly.
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Iran war disrupts oil, aid, and airline operations through Strait of Hormuz
The US-Israel-Iran conflict is disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, raising costs for oil, aid, and airlines worldwide.
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Canada Becomes First Non-European Nation at European Political Community Summit
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney attends the European Political Community summit in Yerevan on May 4, 2026.