Wednesday, May 6, 2026

G7 trade ministers meet in Paris amid looming new US auto tariffs

G7 trade ministers are holding a second day of talks, amid new US tariff threats on the auto sector, the ongoing impact of the Middle East war on international trade, and concerns over G7 nations' reliance on Chinese raw materials.

Ross Cullen reports.

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EU institutions face US trade showdown

European Union government representatives are meeting with members of the European Parliament today to discuss the implementation of a trade deal with the U.S.

 

It comes as the European Commission President says the bloc is prepared for all scenarios if Washington raises tariffs on EU-made cars.


William Denselow reports from Brussels.


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HANTAVIRUS SHIP TO HEAD FOR CANARIES

Spain has give permission for a cruise ship at the centre of a deadly hantavirus outbreak to dock in the Canary Islands.

The vessel is anchored off Cape Verde which says it lacks the medical facilities to deal with the situation.

Three passengers from the MV Hondius have died since it set sail from Argentina across the Atlantic Ocean last month.

Hantavirus is usually spread from rodent droppings, but the World Health Organization says there is a possibility of human to human transmission on the ship.

Professor of Anatomy at the University of Lancaster Dr Adam Taylor says it's a challenging situation.

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Asia markets hit records on AI euphoria, Iran peace hopes

INTRO: Asian stocks are climbing, while oil prices dipped in Asian morning trading on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump touted "great progress" towards a "final agreement" with Tehran. Momentum in AI-driven trades also accelerated.

Trump says he will briefly pause an operation escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Laura Westbrook reports.


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Missile deal on agenda during Vietnam President's India visit

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An agreement to sell India's Brahmos (Brum-hoss) missile system to Vietnam could be discussed between President To Lam and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday.

President Lam is currently visiting New Delhi as both sides look to boost ties while eyeing reduced reliance on Beijing and Washington DC. 

Ishan Garg tells us more. 

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Trump pauses Project Freedom citing Iran deal progress

US President Donald Trump says the US is pausing Project Freedom,
which has seen the US navy escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz,

The president wrote on social media it was due to "great progress" on
a possible deal with Iran.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Rubio: Iran offensive "over" despite strikes

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says combat operations against Iran are "over", arguing the US is now fully focused on ensuring safe passage for ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

It comes as the US and Iran continue to trade fire, despite reassurances from the Trump administration the ceasefire is still in effect.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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US gas prices near $4.50 amid stalled Iran conflict

US gas prices for motorists are nearing a new record of nearly $4.50 per gallon during the Iran conflict.

On Tuesday President Donald Trump said the increase is a “small price to pay” to achieve peace with Iran.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Rudy Giuliani remains in critical but stable condition

Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani remained in a Florida hospital on Tuesday, as his doctors publicly revealed the cause of his illness.

Mr. Giuliani was admitted over the weekend, but the reason for his hospitalization was unclear.

Mitch McCann reports:

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Sec. Hegseth says ceasefire 'not over' dispite volley of attacks

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the ceasefire with Iran remains intact, despite attacks in the Strait of Hormuz as Washington and Tehran fight for control of the strategic waterway.   In a press briefing, Secretary Hegseth tried to make a distinction between Operation Epic Fury - which is focused on Iran’s military capabilities - and Project Freedom - which is an effort to restore the free flow of commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. An effort, Hegseth said is temporary and will be handed over to the international community.  Toni Waterman has more from Washington.

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Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 26 people

INTRO: Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged all-out efforts to search for people who are still unaccounted for and save the injured after an explosion at a fireworks plant in central China's Hunan province on Monday afternoon left at least 26 people killed and 61 others injured, according to state media. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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EU says prepared for US tariff hikes

The European Commission president says the bloc is prepared for every scenario should the U.S. raise tariffs on EU-made cars. 


President Trump has threatened to hike rates to 25 percent citing frustrations over the implementation of a US-EU trade agreement. 


William Denselow reports from Brussels.


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Moscow and Kiev declare two separate ceasefires

Russia and Ukraine have each announced a temporary ceasefire, but their dates are non-aligned creating a situation of competing short-term truces. Moscow proposed a 72-hour pause around May 9 when Russia marks the WWII Victory Day. Kyiv announced a separate earlier ceasefire starting at midnight on Tuesday, May 5. Daria Bondarchuk reports from the Russian capital.

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ANOTHER SUSPECTED HANTAVIRUS CASE ON CRUISE SHIP, 2ND INFECTION CONFIRMED

The World Health Organisation has confirmed a seventh passenger is ill on a cruise ship suspected of suffering from a hantavirus outbreak.

Three people have died, one is critically ill in hospital, and three others are “reporting mild symptoms.”

A second case has now been confirmed as hantavirus. But the W-H-O says there's “low” risk to the global population.

Stuart Smith reports.

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UK PM CALLS FOR END TO MIDDLE EAST ESCALATION


The UK Prime Minister has called for an end to escalations in the Middle East,
and condemned attacks on the United Arab Emirates and Gulf states. 

A fragile truce between the US and Iran is in doubt as both sides trade attacks
over control of the Strait of Hormuz.

Keir Starmer is set to convene a meeting of the Middle East Response Committee
on Tuesday.

Simon Gaitán reports.


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STARMER HOSTS ANTI-SEMITISM SUMMIT

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting leaders from policing, business and education in Downing Street in an effort to counter anti-semitism.

Keir Starmer says recent attacks have now turned the issue into a "crisis".

Last week, two Jewish men were stabbed in north London.

Communities Secretary Steve Reed says the whole of society has to stand with Jewish communities.

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PM Modi's alliance wins 3 out 5 "bellwether" regional elections

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's BJP alliance won 3 out of 5 regional elections as the party seeks to establish itself as a pan-India force. 

But the party's victory in the state of West Bengal is being seen as a milestone in an election marred by allegations of political violence and vote rigging. 

Ishan Garg tells us more. 

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Monday, May 4, 2026

Supreme Court restores ability to mail abortion pills by mail - for now

The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily restored access to the abortion pill mifepristone via telehealth and mail, pausing a lower court ruling that would have required in-person visits.  The conservative 5th Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday effectively banned telehealth consultations, which have become a popular way for women to access the medication. Toni Waterman has more from Washington.   

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19 people jailed in France for facilitating a network of migrant smugglers

19 people in France received jail terms for facilitating a network of migrant smugglers operating along the northern French coasts.

Prosecutors at the trial in the northern city of Lille (LEEL) said those convicted worked as lookouts, masterminds, and drivers for smuggling gangs.

Ross Cullen reports.

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HANTAVIRUS OUTBREAK ON ATLANTIC CRUISE SHIP

A British man who fell ill with hantavirus on an Atlantic cruise is fighting for his life in a South African hospital.

The outbreak is thought to be responsible for multiple deaths, which the World Health Organisation is monitoring.

Stuart Smith reports.

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