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Tuesday, 21 April 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 03:25 CST
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Jet fuel shortage: Why Iran war could ground flights in Europe

Europe's aviation faces fuel shortages as Hormuz tensions threaten travel at the start of the summer season.

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UK police arrest 3 after attempted arson at Persian-language media centre

Police say they arrested a 16-year-old boy and two men aged 19 and 21 on suspicion of arson ​endangering life.

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Thousands of bees swarm southern Israel

Residents in Israel have been documenting thousands of bees swarming the southern city of Netivot.

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US strike on Pacific vessel kills three

US military footage released Wednesday shows its latest strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing three people.

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Turkiye’s Roketsan eyes top 10 exporter rank amid Middle East conflict

Turkiye has rapidly expanded its defence industry to become a leading global missile exporter amid rising conflict.

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After three years of war, Sudan army and RSF locked in military impasse

As the war enters its fourth year, neither side has achieved a decisive victory as humanitarian situation remains grim.

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Doping is a ‘big problem’ in India, global anti-doping body chief says

WADA is targeting India's performance-enhancing drugs production industry, the world's biggest.

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Who will lead Real Madrid’s ‘revolution’ after Champions League exit?

Real Madrid's restart likely to begin immediately with Champions League dreams in tatters and La Liga set for Barcelona.

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FIFA ‘surprised’ by US backlash as transport costs skyrocket at World Cup

Both a top US lawmaker and the governor of New Jersey ask FIFA to pay World Cup transport bill amid ticket hikes.

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Hegseth says US to keep Iran port blockade in Hormuz, ready for new attacks

US urges resolution through talks, but says Washington 'locked and loaded' to resume attacks.

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Trump says Israel will start a ceasefire in its war with Hezbollah in Lebanon

The leaders of Israel and Lebanon have agreed on a 10-day ceasefire in Israel's fight against Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, according to President Trump.

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Hegseth says US blockade to continue, ready for new attacks on Iran energy

US urges resolution through talks, but says Washington 'locked and loaded' to resume attacks.

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Legal migrants remain vulnerable to trafficking

Debt, employer control and temporary visa rules can leave migrant workers trapped.

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US defence secretary Pete Hegseth attacks press coverage of war on Iran

US defence secretary Hegseth criticised media coverage of the war on Iran.

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Pope Leo decries world ruled by ‘tyrants’ after Trump attacks

Pope, in Cameroon, calls for 'decisive change of course' that leads away from conflict and the exploitation of the land.

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