Thursday, April 9, 2026

Trump doubles down on anti-NATO rhetoric

President Trump has increased his attacks on the NATO alliance in a series of social media posts, which will likely raise further questions about its future.

Mr Trump has long argued that America’s European allies in the alliance are too heavily reliant on the US, and has demanded they increase their defence spending and assist Washington in conflicts.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Three Indian regions vote in key local elections

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Three Indian provinces are voting today amid concerns about a rise in cost of living due to the blockade of the strait of hormuz. 

Voters from the northeastern state of Assam, the southern state of Kerala, and the federally controlled region of Puducherry will elect their local representatives with results on May 4th.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. 

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Trump threatens military force as leverage ahead of Iran talks

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IRAN CONDEMNS ISRAELI STRIKES ON LEBANON AMID CEASEFIRE

Iran says Israeli strikes on Lebanon on Wednesday were a 'grave violation' of the ceasefire agreed with the US.

US President Donald Trump says Tehran must comply with the ceasefire or face a 'bigger, better and stronger' response than ever before.

Talks between Iran and the US are due to take place in Islamabad on Saturday.

UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says Israel is endangering the ceasefire.

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UK Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel says Iran needs to do its part to reign in Hezbollah in Lebanon.

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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says Iran is wrong about Lebanon.

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European leaders alarmed over situation in Lebanon, and fragile US-Iran truce

European leaders are alarmed over the situation in Lebanon, and the impact on the fragile US-Iran truce.

On Thursday, France issued a strong statement condemning the "massive strikes carried out by Israel against Lebanon".

The Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez said Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s “contempt for life and international law” was “intolerable".

Ross Cullen reports.

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India's oil minister to visit Qatar

India's oil minister is due to make an official visit to Qatar on April 9 and 10.

This comes as India has been hit by disruptions to its LPG supplies amid the Middle East conflict, and follows the news of a ceasefire between the US and Iran.

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Three Indian regions vote in key local elections

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Three Indian provinces are voting today amid concerns about a rise in cost of living due to the blockade of the strait of hormuz. 

Voters from the northeastern state of Assam, the southern state of Kerala, and the federally controlled region of Puducherry will elect their local representatives with results on May 4th.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. 

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Asian stocks fall and oil prices rise over concerns for fragile ceasefire

INTRO: Asian stocks were under pressure on Thursday as cracks appeared in the fragile ceasefire, pushing oil prices higher.

The biggest concern for global shipping remains when it will be safe to cross the vital waterway, the Strait of Hormuz. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.


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Wednesday, April 8, 2026

US-Iran ceasefire in jeopardy over Strait confusion

The US-Iran ceasefire is in jeopardy after Tehran accused the US of
violating its terms.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a major sticking point, with both
countries offering contrasting viewpoints on the current state of
play.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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US Defence Secretary says Donald Trump chose mercy by agreeing to ceasefire.

The United States and Iran are both claiming victory and have agreed to a two-week ceasefire.

It comes after President Trump threatened to end a "whole civilization" if no deal was reached.

At a Pentagon Press briefing Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth claimed President Trump could have crippled Iran's economy in minutes but he chose mercy.

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The ceasefire is proving to be a fragile one.

Iran is accusing Israel of violating the agreement with its strikes on Hezbollah targets in Beirut.

According to Iranian state news, oil tanker traffic has once again stalled in the Strait of Hormuz as a result.

The White House is also denying that the 10 point plan shared by Iranian media outlets is the same proposal described by Donald Trump as "workable" and the basis for upcoming negotiations in Islamabad.



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Democrats strong showing in state elections

Republican candidate Clay Fuller has won former Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene’s House seat  but Democrats narrowed the gap in the deep-red Georgia district.

Democrats also performed well in Wisconsin, where Chris Taylor, a liberal appeals court judge, captured a State Supreme Court seat.

US correspondent Kate fisher reports


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Pam Bondi won’t comply with Epstein subpoena

Former US Attorney General Pam Bondi won’t testify in a bipartisan investigation into the government’s handling of the Epstein files. She had been scheduled to appear before the House Oversight Committee next week. Toni Waterman has more

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US Defense Secretary Threatens to Confiscate Iran’s Enriched Uranium

The U.S. Defense Secretary has given a glowing assessment of America’s military campaign in Iran, as the two countries prepare to enter negotiations in Pakistan in the coming days.

Pete Hegseth, standing with the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said the U.S. conducted 800 strikes against Iranian targets on Tuesday before the ceasefire began.

Mitch McCann reports:

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B'desh Foreign Minister visits India as both sides look to rekindle ties

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Bangladesh's Foreign Minister has arrived in New Delhi for his first visit to India since a new government took charge in Dhaka, in what analysts are calling a chance to reset ties.

Both sides are expected to engage in wide-ranging discussions, including trade, border issues, and energy supplies.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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Nearly 13,000 people have fled their homes in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo since last week, following fighting between government forces and M23 rebels in South Kivu province. The people have sought refuge in neighbouring villages but they are in urgent need of food, water, and medical supplies. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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European leaders react to US-Iran ceasefire

European leaders are supporting the US-Iran ceasefire agreement, with President Macron hailing the halt to the fighting as "very good news".

The EU high representative for foreign affairs Kaja Kallas is travelling today to Saudi Arabia to continue coordination with Gulf allies, and the NATO secretary-general is going to Washington for talks with President Trump.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Russia welcomes US and Iran’s decision to stop escalation

Russia welcomes the decision of the United States and Iran to stop escalation of the ongoing conflict, the Kremlin said. It expressed hope that Washington and Teheran would soon engage in direct talks on a peace settlement. At the same time Moscow stressed that solid guarantees are necessary to prevent similar crises in the future. Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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Pakistan to host delegations from the US and Iran on Friday

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Pakistan’s Prime Minister says Islamabad will host delegations from the United States and Iran later this week, following the ceasefire announcement between the two sides.

The high stakes talks come as Pakistan pushes for lasting peace in the region with backing from key regional powers.

Experts call the ceasefire a diplomatic win for Islamabad but warn the talks carry high risks if they fail.

Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.

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US AND IRAN AGREE CONDITIONAL CEASEFIRE

US President Donald Trump has agreed to a two week ceasefire with Iran.

It depends on Iran re-opening the Strait of Hormuz and other conditions.

News of the ceasefire came just over an hour before a deadline at which President Trump had threatened a 'whole civilisation will die'.

Andrew Gawthorpe is from think tank the Foreign Policy Centre says it's a fragile moment.

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is heading to the region for talks on securing safe shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

Broadcaster Andrew Neil doesn't believe his trip will make much difference.

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India's central bank keeps rates on hold as Iran war clouds outlook

The Reserve Bank of India kept its key interest rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent on Wednesday amid the economic uncertainty caused by the Middle East conflict.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted the risks to India's inflation and growth due to the war.

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