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Tuesday, 21 April 2026 · Global Edition · Updated 15:25 CST
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Sanctioned tankers transit Strait of Hormuz amid US blockade

Chinese-owned tanker Rich Starry becomes the first sanctioned vessel to exit the Gulf after the US blockade.

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Eric Swalwell will resign from Congress. And, Trump feuds with Pope Leo over Iran War

Eric Swalwell is resigning from Congress after multiple women accused him of sexual assault and misconduct. And, Trump is feuding with Pope Leo, calling him weak on crime for opposing the war.

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Israel and Lebanon set to meet for first direct talks in more than 30 years

An official briefed on Israel's strategy for the talks described Tuesday's meeting as "preparatory" and aimed at laying out a framework for future negotiations.

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Maradona’s childhood home becomes soup kitchen for those in need

Neighbours gather at Maradona's birthplace for meals, keeping compassion alive in the Buenos Aires suburb of Fiorito.

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Russia’s Lavrov visits China as US pressures Iran with Hormuz blockade

China and Russia have been vocal critics of the US-Israel war on Iran, an ally of both world powers.

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World faces food ‘catastrophe’ if Strait of Hormuz disruption persists: FAO

Global agriculture is highly exposed to the blockage of waterways, risking higher commodity prices and food inflation.

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Carlos Queiroz named Ghana head coach before World Cup

The Portuguese coach takes charge after the sacking of Otto Addo, and will lead the Black Stars at the FIFA World Cup.

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Ukraine hopes for more cooperation after Hungary elects new prime minister

The incoming prime minister of Hungary is no fan of Ukraine, but he says he wants to work with the European Union, raising hopes he'll lift a Hungarian veto on a $100 billion EU loan to Kyiv.

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'Hanging by a thread': Fertilizer shortage in India deepens due to ongoing Iran war

With shipments through the Strait of Hormuz stalled after the Iran war began, fertilizer shortages are deepening across India.

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Palestine weekly wrap: ‘Master of the house’ says Ben-Gvir as Al-Aqsa opens

Nine-year-old Ritaj Rihan among multiple Palestinians killed in ongoing Gaza strikes amid fears of escalating violence.

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Yamal seeks inspiration from LeBron, Neymar for Champions League comeback

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal sees Neymar as his idol and wants to watch him play in the World Cup for Brazil.

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Iran war: What is happening on day 46 of the US-Iran conflict?

The US started a blockade on Iranian ports, but Trump said there is still a chance for Tehran to reach a deal.

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China dismisses Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Sun Weidong

Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong's sudden dismissal comes amid a wave of removals amid anticorruption campaign.

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The Sea of Azov: Ukraine’s loss but hardly Russia’s gain

The colossal steel plants along Ukraine's side of the sea are unrestorable ruins since Russia's invasion.

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New trial over football great Maradona’s death begins in Argentina

The trial will, once again, seek to determine if Maradona's medical team was responsible for his death in November 2020.

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