Iran must not be allowed charge tolls in Strait of Hormuz, UN watchdog says
In interview with Al Jazeera, International Maritime Organization chief says world should reject tolls in waterway.
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Iran war live: Vance says no deal reached, US has made ‘best, final offer’
Iranian media say the US was looking for an excuse to leave the talks and that the 'ball is in America's court'.
Israeli strikes kill at least 18 people across southern Lebanon
Lebanon's Health Ministry says more than 2,000 people have been killed in Israeli attacks since March 2.
US says two naval ships ‘transited’ Strait of Hormuz for mine-clearing
Negotiations are ongoing between US-Iranian delegations in Islamabad, with control of the strait a key sticking point.
Pakistan sends fighter jets to Saudi Arabia amid fragile US-Iran ceasefire
Deployment under mutual defence pact comes as Islamabad hosts US-Iran ceasefire talks.
US appeals court extends deadline to halt White House ballroom construction
Judges, however, raise questions about Trump arguments that completing the ballroom is necessary for national security.
Israeli settlers kill Palestinian during raid on occupied West Bank village
The raid comes just days after Israel approved 34 new illegal settlements in the West Bank.
Vigil held in Madrid for victims of Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Dozens gathered in Madrid for a vigil honouring the victims of Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon.
Makeshift Gaza university offers chance to resurrect academic studies
Solar-powered halls create academic lifelines for Gaza students battling war's aftermath and scarce resources.
Hungary’s Viktor Orban struggling for political survival ahead of vote
Hungarian prime minister and his Fidesz party face first closely contested polls in Sunday's parliamentary election.
Israel in row with South Korean leader over Palestinian abuse concerns
South Korea's president says it’s disappointing Israel does not 'even once reflect on criticisms from around the world'.
UK to hold off on deal ceding Chagos Islands amid US opposition
A bill laying out plans to return the Indian Ocean archipelago, home to the US-UK Diego Garcia base, has been paused.
What’s at stake in Benin’s presidential election?
Finance minister is favourite to win on Sunday as incumbent Talon will step down after leading the country for 10 years.
At least seven Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
An early-morning strike hits a group of civilians in Bureij camp as drones attack a tent in Khan Younis.
Israel rejects ceasefire with Hezbollah before Lebanon talks next week
At least 10 people, including three emergency workers, killed in latest Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon.
Artemis II marks historic lunar return with Pacific splashdown success
The mission unveils lunar mysteries, treats astronauts to a solar eclipse and sets records around the moon.
Djibouti’s President Guelleh wins sixth straight term in office
The longtime ruler, in power since 1999, has secured 97 percent of the vote, according to official results.
Iran war: What is happening on day 43 of the US-Iran conflict?
Senior Iranian officials arrive in Islamabad for ceasefire talks with the United States.
Trump says Strait of Hormuz to reopen ‘soon’ as US, Iran head to talks
Trump says he will not accept Iran's imposition of tolls on shipping in the vital waterway.
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts splash down on Earth after lunar mission
Crew safely complete first mission to travel around the Moon in more than 50 years.