KING'S US VISIT WILL NOT INCLUDE EPSTEIN VICTIMS MEETING

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla will not meet victims of Jeffery Epstein during their upcoming state visit to the US.

Buckingham Palace sources say they don't want to risk jeopardizing any legal action that could bring justice.

It's been confirmed that the King will speak to congress and there'll be a reception at the White House, during the trip later this month.

Royal author Alexander Larman says the Palace explanation for a lack of meetings with Epstein survivors will raise questions.

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At least 14 people killed in Vedanta power plant boiler blast in India

At least 14 people have been killed in India after a boiler exploded at a power plant operated by Vedanta.

The cause of the explosion has not been confirmed yet.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Modi-Trump discuss Strait of Hormuz on phone after US blockade kicks in

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As tensions escalate in West Asia, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump discussed keeping the Strait of Hormuz open over a phone call.

India imports nearly a fifth of its crude through the Strait of Hormuz, leaving it acutely exposed to the US blockade of Iranian ports.

Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Iran war to push millions of Indians into poverty: UN

The United Nations projects that the war in Iran could reverse some of India's human development progress and push millions of Indians into poverty.

The report by the United Nations Development Programme says higher fuel, freight, and input costs are diminishing household purchasing power, raising food insecurity and and weakening livelihoods globally.

But the impact is acute for the Global South.

Neha Poonia has more.

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Israel and Lebanon agree to "launch direct negotiations” after historic talks

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to "launch direct negotiations" after historic talks between the two in Washington on Tuesday. It was the first direct diplomatic meeting between the countries in decades. Toni Waterman has more from Washington

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US and Iran eye second round of talks

A second round of US-Iran talks could take place as early as Thursday
as the two sides try to work out a lasting ceasefire.

It comes as Israel and Lebanon meet at the State Department in
Washington to discuss tryin to end their continued conflict.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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IMF Downgrades World Economic Outlook Amid War in Middle East

The International Monetary Fund downgraded its growth forecast for the global economy, highlighting the turmoil caused by the US-Israel-Iran conflict in the Middle East.

The war, which is currently under a temporary ceasefire, has had a major impact on the stock market, gas supplies, and the cost of living in affected countries.

Mitch McCann reports:

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UK National Security 'In Peril' Says Former NATO Chief

The UK’s national security is ‘in peril’ according to a former NATO Secretary General. 

George Robertson, author of the government’s Strategic Defence Review has accused Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government of showing a 'corrosive complacency towards defence'.

His criticism follows repeated delays to the 10 year investment plan to fund the SDR, which aims to move the British military to 'war-fighting readiness'. 

Robertson has warned that the UK can't be defended with an 'ever expanding welfare budget.'

Former defence secretary John Hutton says the state of Britain's Armed Forces is 'pretty woeful'. 

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European Council president begins Mideast trip

The President of the European Council is visiting several Gulf nations in an effort to bolster regional stability. It comes as European leaders continue to push for a lasting resolution to the conflict in Iran and for the unimpeded flow of trade through the Strait of Hormuz. William Denselow reports from Brussels. IN: "Over the next…” OUT: SOC DURATION: 46 Seconds Generic: http://fsnradionews.com/feeds/0414Costa-wd-generic.mp3

Chinese president says "international order is crumbling" in meeting with Spanish PM

The Chinese president says that the "international order is crumbling" and chaos is spreading.

His comments came during a visit to Beijing by the Spanish prime minister Pedro Sánchez who said "China can play an important role" in resolving the Middle East conflict.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Magyar Moves to Form Government and Reset EU Ties

Hungary’s election winner Péter Magyar is moving to form a new government and reset ties with the European Union. He is also pressing for political change at the top level of the state. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.

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US ACCUSES IRAN OF 'ECONOMIC TERRORISM' AMID BLOCKADE

US Vice President JD Vance is accusing Tehran of 'economic terrorism' as an American blockade of Iran's ports remains in place.

It came into effect on Monday, in what Iran says is a violation of its sovereignty.

Meanwhile, it's reported there could be a second round of peace talks between the US and Iran in Islamabad later this week.

Speaking to Fox News, Vice President JD Vance warned the Iranian government against further escalation.

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US diplomat and Middle East analyst Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley says the blockade might be a turning point.

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India's TCS orders probe into sexual assault, religious conversion accusations against staff

Indian IT services giant Tata Consultancy Services has ordered an investigation into allegations of sexual assault and forced ‌religious conversion involving employees at one of its offices in western India.

Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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India steps up diplomatic outreach as US blockade of Iranian ports takes effect

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As the West Asia crisis deepens, India's top diplomats are reaching out to Asian and European partners in an effort to keep critical global trade routes open.

India has already joined the multinational mission led by France and the UK to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.  

Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Oil drops below $100 as Iran-US talks fuel peace hopes

INTRO: Oil prices fell while Asian stocks rose, as the United States says its continuing to engage Iran to make a deal, even as it began its blockade of Iranian ports.

Japan’s Nikkei 225 and South Korea’s Kospi were up around 2 percent, while the Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong opened around one per cent higher. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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Pope Leo "Not Afraid" of Trump Administration

Pope Leo says he is not afraid of the Trump administration, but added he is not interested in debating Donald Trump after the president launched a social media tirade aimed at the pontiff over the weekend.

Last week the Pope described Mr Trump's threat to end Iranian civilization as “truly unacceptable."

Mitch McCann reports:

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French cement giant Lafarge found guilty of financing terrorism

A court in Paris has found the cement giant Lafarge guilty of financing terrorism.

The company was ruled to have paid armed groups protection money to maintain its business in Syria after the outbreak of civil war.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Indonesia’s leader in Russia to secure energy supplies

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is in Russia for talks with President Putin on bilateral ties, energy cooperation and fuel volatility amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. They are expected to discuss boosting oil and fertiliser material supplies by Moscow. It is Prabowo’s third presidential visit to Russia aimed at bolstering strategic cooperation with the Kremlin. Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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Uganda Holds Public Hearing of Four Children Stabbed to Death

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A highly publicized court, weeklong-hearing has begun in Kampala......A suspect in the killing of four toddlers is facing a special mobile court session, with proceedings set to be broadcast live despite criticism from the Uganda Law Society.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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Magyar wins historic election in Hungary

Hungary is entering a new political era after voters delivered a decisive result in a closely watched election. Peter Magyar, who mounted the most significant challenge to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s 16 years in power, has won, signaling a major shift in the country’s direction and its ties with Europe.Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest

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