Thursday, April 16, 2026

Trump: Israel & Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire

US President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ten-day ceasefire after he spoke to the leaders of both countries. 


Hostilities are scheduled to end at midnight their time [2100 GMT, 1700 EST]. 


It follows talks in Washington earlier this week, from where Nick Harper reports. 


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Hegseth says US “locked and loaded” if no deal is reached with Iran


Defense Secretary Pete Hegseths says the US is “locked and loaded” if Iran doesn’t accept a deal - ahead of another possible round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran. It’s the first time Sec. Hegseth has briefed the media since the ceasefire was announced last week. Toni Waterman has more from Washington

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Pope Leo Hits Out at “Tyrants” Amid Feud with Trump

Pope Leo has delivered a scathing address aimed at "tyrants" who ravaging the world, days after saying he is not afraid of the Trump Administration.

The Pontiff has often been careful not to mention the President or the United States by name during his speeches.

Mitch McCann reports:

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UK CULTURE SECRETARY SAYS BBC JOB CUTS ARE ‘CONCERING’ EMPLOYEES

Employees at the BBC have been told that thousands of people could lose their jobs in the biggest cut the corporation has seen in 15 years.
 
UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy says the news is causing ‘real concern’ for employees of the country’s biggest broadcaster.
 
Holly Bishop reports from London. 

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UK OPPOSITION PARTY SAYS U.S. SHOULD REIMBURSE BRITISH FOOTBALL FANS IF DENIED ENTRY

A British opposition political party is calling for football fans denied entry to the World Cup over social media posts to be ‘fully reimbursed’ by the United States.
 
Under proposed new rules, fans entering the country must submit five years of social media history to be approved.

Holly Bishop has more.

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UK FOOD AND CO2 SUPPLIES ARE ‘NOT A CONCERN’ SAYS BUSINESS SECRETARY

UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle says the public should be reassured that ministers are making contingency plans for the impact of the Iran war, following reports that the UK could see food shortages this summer.
 
Holly Bishop has more on this from London. 

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ZELENSKY AND PEOPLE OF UKRAINE RECEIVE INTERNATIONAL FOUR FREEDOMS AWARD

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has been awarded the prestigious International Four Freedoms Award on Thursday for his and his nation’s courage in resisting the full-scale invasion launched more than four years ago by Russia.
 
The award is bestowed by the Roosevelt Foundation.
 
Holly Bishop has more.

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IEA WARNS OF CANCELED FLIGHTS AMID EUROPE JET FUEL SHORTAGE

The head of the International Energy Agency is warning Europe has around six weeks of jet fuel left and that flight cancellations could follow if oil supplies remain low due to the Iran conflict.

Executive Director Fatih Birol says it’s the “largest energy crisis” his organisation ”has ever faced.”

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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Magyar outreach Romania and EU

Hungary’s election winner Peter Magyar is moving fast to shape his government’s direction. He is reaching out to European partners and signaling changes at home as he prepares to take office. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.

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NATO and Commission meet as spat over spending grows

The heads of NATO and the European Commission are meeting today amid reports of a growing spat over defense spending.

Both entities have pledged to do more to ramp up European security but there are divisions over who should take the lead.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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UK ECONOMY GROWS, CO2 SUPPLIES RAISE CONCERN

The UK economy grew 0.5% in February, it's biggest monthly rise in more than two years.

The Office for National Statistics has also revised up its January figure from zero growth to 0.1%.

However, the figures are from before the conflict in Iran began.

Former Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says his successor Rachel Reeves should have one major focus right now.

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It's emerged the UK government has been working on contingency plans for food shortages if the Iran conflict drags on.

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India's import bill could rise say Analysts as US refuses extending Russian oil sacntion waiver

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As Washington ends its temporary sanctions waivers on Russian and Iranian oil, India the world's third-largest oil importer could face a heavier import bill. 

In recent years, the country has been one of the world's biggest importers of Russian oil, which analysts say has kept global crude prices in check and helped New Delhi's domestic inflation.

Ishan Garg reports from New Delhi.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026

US officials "feel good" about Iran deal

The White House says US officials "feel good about the prospects of a
deal" with Iran.

At a briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the US had not
formally agreed an extension to the current ceasefire, after President
Donald Trump said he didn't think it would be necessary.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Australia Actor Accuses Katy Perry of Historical Sexual Assault

Pop star Katy Perry has been accused of sexual assault by an Australian actor regarding an incident allegedly occurring 15 years ago in the state of Victoria.

Katy Perry’s team has labelled the allegations reckless lies, as Australian police look into the matter.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Trump threatens to fire Fed chair if he stays beyond his term

US President Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell if he tries to stay on beyond the end of his term. 


It comes ahead of Powell’s departure as the head of the US central bank next month. 


Nick Harper reports from Washington. 


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BRITISH MEDIA INVESTIGATION FINDS MIGRANTS ABUSING ASYLUM SYSTEM BY PRETENDING TO BE GAY

A British media investigation has found some law firms are helping migrants pretend to be gay in order to stay in the UK.

For thousands of dollars, lawyers are providing false documents to help migrants claim asylum under the pretence of being at risk due to their sexuality if deported.

Stuart Smith reports from London.

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UK CHANCELLOR WARNS OF FURTHER ECONOMIC PAIN EVEN IF STRAIT OPENS SOON

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has warned the war in Iran will continue to impact global economies even after the conflict ends.
 
The Chancellor is currently in Washington DC, holding talks with counterparts from across the world.
 
Holly Bishop has more from London.

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UK PM “Not Going To Yield” To Pressure To Join Iran War

The UK Prime Minister has said he is “not going to yield” to pressure for Britain to join the ongoing war with Iran. 

Keir Starmer, speaking in parliament, defended his position amidst renewed criticism from US President Donald Trump, who has threatened to make changes to the trade agreement between the two countries over the issue. 


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Starmer also hit back at claims made this week by a former head of NATO that the UK military “isn’t prepared” for war, and that national security is “in peril” as a result. 


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Iran threatens to close other key Middle East shipping lanes if US blockade continues

Iran is threatening to shut down key Middle East shipping lanes if the US blockade continues. The navy has blockaded Iran ports since Monday, as the US tries to squeeze the Iranian economy and force officials back to the negotiating table. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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Hungary’s election winner presses president to step down after meeting


Hungary’s election winner, Peter Magyar, met President Tamas Sulyok today and personally asked him to resign.
The demand comes as Magyar moves to form a new government after a landslide victory. Pablo Gutierrez reports from Budapest.



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