Trump warns Israel and Iran not to ‘blow it’ after new strikes threaten emerging ceasefire deal
Trump reacted on social media: “We are very close to a Deal that will bring peace to the region, including to Lebanon” and “Let’s not blow it!”
Putin, Zelenskyy speak with Trump by phone as drone strikes kill 2 in Russia and UK detains tanker
Putin’s call with Trump lasted just under an hour, according to Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov, who briefed reporters afterward.
Díaz-Canel announces economic reforms to attract investment and involve Cubans abroad
The announcement comes amid a severe economic crisis with power outages and shortages.
EU agrees to launch membership talks with Ukraine next week even as war with Russia drags on
Ukraine sees EU membership as an important “security guarantee” for a stable future once war with Russia ends.
A viral photo of Pope Leo XIV and a Barcelona boy sparked an emotional search for his family
The photo, taken during the pope’s visit to Barcelona, sparked a worldwide search for the boy’s family.
Analysis: Iran’s stranglehold on Strait of Hormuz loosens as Gulf Arab oil reaches market
Iran’s stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz may be easing as the war drags on, and its own oil problems now seem to be mounting.
David Hockney, artist renowned for his pool scenes, has died at 88
Artist David Hockney has died. He was 88. His paintings of pools shimmering in the Los Angeles sunshine became icons of 20th-century art.
Police officer in Toronto killed in shooting linked to investigation of a US Consulate attack
A Toronto police officer has been shot and killed by a suspect linked to an attack on the U.S. Consulate in March. The incident happened Thursday.
Brazil reports drop in Amazon deforestation rates, pushing back on US tariff accusations
Brazilian officials have announced a significant drop in deforestation rates. Brazilian officials on Thursday thus pushed back on accusations used by the United States to justify tariffs on Brazil.
Iran’s Kharg Island is key to its oil exports. Targeting it carries major risks
Iran’s Kharg Island is home to a terminal through which the country exports most of its oil. The Persian Gulf island has emerged as a focus of the war launched…