Friday, April 10, 2026

UK Foreign Minister calls Israeli Airstrikes on Lebanon ‘Deeply Damaging’

The UK Foreign Minister has called escalating Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon ‘deeply damaging’ as more than 300 people are estimated to have been killed in the attacks. 

Israel’s invasion of Lebanon and intensifying strikes on its neighbouring country have put strain on the US-Israeli ceasefire with Iran ahead of negotiations set to take place between the sides in Pakistan. 


Iran has warned it will restrict shipping through the Strait of Hormuz in retaliation for Israel's attacks on Lebanon, with US President Trump criticising Iran for breaching the ceasefire agreement by doing so. 


British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said peace in the region depends on a resolution to the crisis in Lebanon. 


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In her speech Cooper reiterated the UK’s position on the importance of free movement through the Strait of Hormuz. 


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TRUMP CONDEMNS IRAN OVER HORMUZ

US President Donald Trump says Iran is doing a 'very poor job' of allowing oil to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

The US President says that's a breach of a ceasefire agreement which is due to be discussed at talks between Tehran and Washington in Islamabad on Saturday.

Former British Ambassador to Iran Nicholas Hopton says it could go either way.

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he's 'fed up' of seeing households' bills go up because of the actions of Presidents Trump and Putin.

It's considered his sharpest criticism yet of Donald Trump.

However, Keir Starmer has spoken to the US President (overnight) about the need for a 'practical plan' to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Former Conservative defence secretary Gavin Williamson says the Government wants to blame everyone else for its problems.

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Political upheaval looms for Hungary in crucial election

Hungarians go to the polls this weekend in an election that could have far-reaching consequences, from the war in Ukraine to ties with the European Union and the United States.


After 16 years in power, prime minister Viktor Orbán faces his toughest challenge yet from opposition leader Péter Magyar (PAY-ter MOD-yar).
Ross Cullen reports from Budapest.

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Indian Ministers head to Qatar, UAE to talk energy and regional stability

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With a fragile ceasefire holding in West Asia, India is scrambling to secure its energy supplies, sending two top ministers on a diplomatic mission to the Gulf.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar heads to the UAE, while Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri flies to Qatar, as New Delhi races to stabilise oil and gas imports.

Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi.

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Thursday, April 9, 2026

Lebanon Israel talks expected next week but Netanyahu refuses to stop strikes

Talks between Lebanon and Israel are set to take place at the US State Department in Washington next week, according to reports in US media quoting a senior Israeli official.

It comes as US President Donald Trump asks Israel to scale back its attacks on Lebanon while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agrees to talks but not a ceasefire.

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Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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US First Lady Melania Trump denies relationship with Epstein, calls on congress to give victims a public hearing


Melania Trump, in a rare and remarkable public address, has denied any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein The US First Lady blasted what she called “lies” linking her to the late convicted sex offender and his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell and claimed that images circulating online are fake.  

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The First Lady also urged Congress to hold a public hearing for Epstein’s victims.

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​Fertility rate in the US hits another record low

The fertility rate in the US hit another record low last year. Fresh federal data shows that the number of births fell by 1%.... to just over 3.6 million. Toni Waterman has more.

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NATO chief defends security alliance to Trump while acknowledging it was slow to help with Iran war


NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says that member countries are doing everything U.S. President Donald Trump had requested to strengthen the military alliance, even if some were initially "a bit slow" to provide support to the US amid its war with Iran.

Reuters news agency is reporting that the NATO chief has briefed some European capitals that President Trump wants concrete commitments within the next few days for help securing the Strait of Hormuz


Kate Fisher reports from Washington 


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Moscow condemns Israel's attack on Lebanon

Russian Foreign Ministry condemned the Israeli attack on Lebanon saying it undermines chances for peace in the Middle East. Moscow maintains that the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States implied strikes on Lebanon should stop as well. Russia called for an immediate halt of violence against Lebanon. Daria Bondarchuk reports from Moscow.

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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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