Tuesday, May 19, 2026

India among nations to benefit as US extends sanctions waiver on seaborne Russian Oil

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The United States has extended a sanctions waiver allowing limited transactions involving Russian oil, a move that could benefit key buyers like India.

New Delhi has maintained it will continue purchasing discounted Russian crude despite Western pressure.

Ishan Garg reports.

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Asia markets trade mixed as oil eases after Trump delays planned Iran strike

INTRO: Asian markets were mixed on Tuesdayas uncertainty about what will happen with the Iran war roiled global markets. 

Oil prices remain elevated, but eased slightly following news that President Donald Trump was postponing a scheduled attack on Iran. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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Monday, May 18, 2026

Trump says he's called off an attack on Iran but is ready to resume military action if there's no deal

US President Donald Trump says he’s called off a military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday, after the leaders of three Middle Eastern powers asked him to “hold off.”


The social media post said he was ready to resume the war if a deal is not reached.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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British businesses pause investing and hiring over Iran war

British businesses are pausing hiring and spending plans due to concerns about the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
 
According to professional services firm BDO, over half of UK businesses report that supply chain disruption and rising fuel costs are among their biggest challenges.
 
Sophie Denny has more from London

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Trump weighs restarting Iran hostilities

US President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing strikes on Iran following more threats to agree to a deal. 

The almost six week ceasefire remains in place despite flagging diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the conflict. 

Nick Harper reports from Washington. 

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LAMMY: NO TIMETABLE FOR STARMER DEPARTURE

Allies of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer say he won't set out any timetable for his departure despite calls for him to do so.

It comes as the prospect of the UK rejoining the European Union's been placed at the heart of a fight for the leadership of the governing Labour Party.

Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the UK should attempt to regain EU membership in the future - as he confirms he'll join any leadership contest.

Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy says Keir Starmer's getting on with the job.

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Hungary’s President Faces Pressure From New Prime Minister

Hungary’s new prime minister, Péter Magyar, is increasing pressure on President Tamás Sulyok after taking office this month. The dispute centers on whether officials linked to former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán should remain in key state positions. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.


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Tanzania's President, Dangote hold talks in Dar es Salaam amid refinery debate



Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan held investment talks with Aliko Dangote amid growing regional competition over the project’s location.


Isaac Lukando reports. 



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Cruise ship at centre of hantavirus outbreak due to arrive in the Netherlands

The cruise ship at the centre of the hantavirus outbreak is due to arrive back at its home port in the Netherlands on Monday.

Three people have died so far after travelling on the MV Hondius, and catching the disease.

The ship has spent the past six days sailing from Spain's Canary Islands, where the remaining passengers were escorted off the vessel by medical personnel in full-body protective gear.

Ross Cullen reports from Rotterdam.

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Modi visits Norway as part of his European outreach

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Boosting technology cooperation is at the top of the agenda as India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues his European diplomatic outreach.

After signing a semiconductor manufacturing deal in the Netherlands, clean technology could be in focus as the Prime Minister visits Norway on Monday.

Ishan Garg tells us more.

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Friday, May 15, 2026

Trump Pushes White House Ballroom and National Garden of Heroes

Following his state visit to China, President Trump refocused on one of his key passions: real estate development, making a new announcement on the location of another project.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Trump departs China with stabilized relations but few clear wins

The US-China summit in Beijing has ended with a note of stability despite few details of progress on trade deals. 

US president Donald Trump called it an "incredible visit" but tensions clearly remain over the issues of tariffs and Taiwan. 

Nick Harper reports from Washington. 

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UK Gov Borrowing Rises and Pound Falls Amidst Leadership Uncertainty


UK Government borrowing costs have risen and the value of the British pound has fallen amidst uncertainty surrounding the position of the Prime Minister. 


Keir Starmer is facing mounting pressure to his premiership and position as leader of the Labour Party following cabinet resignations and the announcement that the Mayor of Manchester intends to return to Westminster. 


Simon Gaitán reports.


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US cuts troop forces in Poland

 The United States is cancelling plans to deploy more than 4,000 troops to Poland.


The move has come as a surprise for both U.S. defense personnel and America’s allies. It follows news that Washington is also withdrawing thousands of soldiers from Germany.


Europe correspondent William Denselow reports.


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TRUMP WRAPS UP CHINA MEETINGS

 Donald Trump's state visit to Beijing has finished, after another round of meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping.


The two sides hailed the "historic" "landmark" visit, but few details about any trade deals or joint policies have been announced.


Laura Westbrook reports.


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STARMER RIVAL SETS OUT PLANS FOR WESTMINSTER RETURN

 UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a drawn out wait for a leadership contest after potential rival Andy Burnham announced plans to return to Westminster.

The Greater Manchester mayor says he wants to stand in a by-election in north-west England.

If he won it for the Labour Party - he could try to trigger a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer as an MP.

Housing Secretary Steve Reed says Labour is harming itself.

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Iran-UAE at odds as BRICS Foreign Ministers meet in New Delhi for a second day

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Differences between the UAE and Iran spilled into the BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting with Tehran accusing Abu Dhabi of participating in strikes against it. 

These differences analysts say could complicate BRICS chair India's efforts to issue a joint at the end of the meeting on Friday. 

Foreign Ministers of the bloc that includes India, Iran, UAE, Russia and China among others have been meeting in New Delhi.

Ishan Garg tells us more.

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister says India's mediator role would be welcome

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Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister says he told top Indian officials that Tehran would welcome any diplomatic initiative by New Delhi regarding the West Asia war. 

This comes as the Foreign Ministers of BRICS nations—which include India, Russia, China, Iran, and the UAE—are meeting in New Delhi. 

Ishan Garg tells us more. 

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WES STREETING RESIGNS FROM STARMERS GOVERNMENT

UK Health Secretary Wes Streeting has resigned from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government.

It adds pressure on the UK leader to stand down after disastrous election results and a series of controversies.

Wes Streeting’s resignation has also sparked speculation about whether a leadership contest will be launched.

UK political correspondent Olly Barratt reports from London.

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Former Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner is expected to run in the possible leadership contest as a candidate for the centre-left.  

Rayner stepped down from her former role last year after admitting she had underpaid stamp duty, but says she has been cleared of any wrongdoing by HMRC.
 
UK political correspondent Olly Barratt reports from London. 


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Cuba’s electric grid partially collapses as diesel runs out amid US blockade

Cuba’s electric grid has partially collapsed - one day after the country’s energy minister said the island has completely run out of fuel oil and diesel amid a US blockade. Toni Waterman has more.

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