Ships remain cautious approaching Strait of Hormuz amid fragile ceasefire
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.
Watch: Fire damages roof of Rio’s Olympic velodrome
Around 80 firefighters and 20 fire trucks tackled the blaze, the state's military fire department said, adding that no one was hurt.
Greece will ban all kids under 15 from using social media – Engadget
- Greece will ban all kids under 15 from using social media Engadget
- Greece Plans to Block Social Media for Children Under 15 The New York Times
- Greece to ban social media for under-15s from 2027, calls on EU action Reuters
- Greece announces social media ban for under-15s, citing anxiety and sleep problems The Guardian
- Greece to ban social media for under-15s from next year BBC
Germany suspends military approval for long stays abroad for men under 45
The requirement to obtain permission had gone largely unnoticed until a German newspaper reported on it.
After 5 Weeks of War, a Look at What Trump Has Accomplished in Iran – The New York Times
- After 5 Weeks of War, a Look at What Trump Has Accomplished in Iran The New York Times
- 2026 Iran war | Explained, United States, Israel, Strait of Hormuz, Map, & Conflict Britannica
- The Iran War’s Widening Impacts in the Middle East and North Africa War on the Rocks
- Opinion | Iran Scorecard: A List Of Winners, Losers, And Those Who Rigged The Game NDTV
- Opinion | The Iran War Around the World WSJ
Israel launches 100 air strikes in 10 minutes across Lebanon
Israel carried out an unprecedented wave of attacks across Lebanon, saying it launched 100 air strikes in 10 minutes.
Vance warns Iran ceasefire hinges on good faith talks
JD Vance says Donald Trump is seeking a deal “in good faith,” but Iran has to be willing to negotiate.
Iran, US both claim victory, but did they actually concede ground?
Those apparent concessions could become sticking points in upcoming talks in Islamabad.
Hegseth touts US ‘victory’ over Iran as Tehran hails its own ‘historic’ win
Defence chief declares total military victory over Iran, matching earlier victory claims from Tehran amid ceasefire.
Israel strikes central Beirut without warning
Israeli attacks pound central Beirut after Iran ceasefire, killing dozens and wounding hundreds, officials say.
BTS turned millions on to K-pop. But now it’s caught between Korea and the world
It boils down to a single, loaded question: Is BTS straying from K-pop in trying to woo the world?
Nigeria begins mass trial of 500 terrorism suspects
Very few people are ever prosecuted following terror attacks with suspects often held without trial.
Did America lose yet another war?
The war on Iran has repeated the failures of past US conflicts defined by hubris and ignorance.
CAF’s Motsepe to visit both Senegal and Morocco amid AFCON fallout
Senegal, who were stripped of the AFCON title, are appealing the decision for the trophy to be awarded to Morocco.
Medvedev thrashed by Berrettini as racquets smashed in Monte Carlo defeat
World Number 10 Daniil Medvedev dumped out by opponent 80 rankings lower in second round at Monte Carlo Masters.
Israeli attacks across Lebanon kill dozens hours after Iran-US ceasefire
Israel’s army says it carries out the largest coordinated strike across Lebanon since its renewed war on the country.
Empty ships and shut wells: Why the Iran war oil crisis is not over yet
The war on Iran has removed hundreds of millions of barrels from oil markets. We visualise what that looks like.
Twin corruption trials cast a shadow over Spain’s main parties ahead of key elections
With former ministers and party heavyweights being dragged into court, the country is once again confronting the unresolved legacy of political graft and shady backroom deals
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Easter will not have been a particularly celebratory time for Spain’s two biggest political parties. In a quirk of judicial fate, both the ruling Spanish Socialist Workers’ party (PSOE) and the conservative People’s party (PP) are bracing themselves after two high-profile trials involving former senior figures from each party began in Madrid this week.
Though vastly different, both cases have the potential to seriously dent each party’s claims of having zero-tolerance for corruption as voters in Andalucía, Spain’s most populous autonomous community, prepare for next month’s regional election. That will be followed by a general election next year.
Continue reading...Lavan refinery blaze continues hours after US-Iran ceasefire agreement
Black plumes of smoke from an oil refinery on Iran’s Lavan Island were seen.
What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran
The provisional truce comes more than a month after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran.