Hormuz tensions push ceasefire to the brink as Trump threatens Iran
US military says it is encouraging ships to pass through Hormuz Strait, but Iran says it is in full control of waterway.
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Russia and Ukraine declare competing ceasefires
Moscow's declaration of May 9 truce comes as Kyiv revels in its adversary's 'fear' of Ukrainian drones.
Five people killed in Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s Kharkiv region
Local governor says several injured in the attack with at least 10 houses struck by Russian missiles.
What is hantavirus, suspected in deaths of three people on cruise ship?
World Health Organization says risk to the general public remains low despite suspected outbreak on the MV Hondius.
War preparations under way in Iran as Hormuz tensions with US escalate
Amid stalled talks and sparring over key waterway, Iranian media say US warship struck, but Washington denies incident.
Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’: Can US navy ‘guide’ stuck ships out of Hormuz?
Trump says US navy will free up ships stranded in the Gulf, but it remains unclear how the campaign will be implemented.
What is the Ukrainian anti-drone system Sky Map being used in the Gulf?
Ukraine’s battle-tested system uses thousands of acoustic sensors and interceptors to find and destroy incoming drones.
‘I can’t feel my leg’: Israeli gunfire disables teenagers in West Bank
Al Jazeera visits refugee camp in the occupied West Bank where Israeli soldiers have killed or maimed many young people.
Iran war: What’s happening on day 66 as Trump announces Hormuz mission?
Trump orders new Hormuz mission after Iran says it receives US response to its peace proposal.
Iran warns US to stay out of Hormuz after Trump says US will ‘guide’ ships
President Trump says the US will begin 'Project Freedom' on Monday to guide stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz.
Crew of Iranian ship seized by US forces evacuated to Pakistan, gov’t says
Twenty-two crew members from the seized Iranian ship MV Touska have been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation.
Former NYC Mayor Giuliani hospitalised in ‘critical condition’
Spokesman says Giuliani in 'critical but stable' condition as President Trump hails 'true warrior'.
Japan PM says Iran war oil crisis having ‘enormous impact’ in Asia Pacific
Sanae Takaichi makes comments during a visit to Australia, where she signs agreements on energy supplies.
How to escape Russia’s army: Soldiers serving in Ukraine seek a way out
Russia's army faces a desertion crisis as it continues to use waves of soldiers to attack Ukraine's defensive positions.
Iran war live: Tehran warns Trump’s Hormuz mission will violate ceasefire
Iran protests as Trump announces 'Project Freedom' to escort stranded ships out of the Strait of Hormuz.
Three dead in suspected hantavirus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
Three of six passengers ill from a suspected rodent-transmitted virus have died, and one is in intensive care, WHO says.
French left-wing’s Melenchon says he will run for president in 2027
Melenchon says he will make fourth bid for presidency with President Macron term-limited and Le Pen facing ban.
Trump says US will ‘help free up’ ships stuck in Hormuz Strait
US president says any interference with operation, which will start on Monday, will 'have to be dealt with forcefully'.
Investigators say Trump assassination suspect shot officer at press gala
Secret Service agent at White House correspondents' dinner was 'definitively' hit by suspect's bullet, prosecutor says.
Floods and landslides kill at least 18 in Kenya
Ongoing rains are causing floods and landslides in the East African nation.