At least eight people were killed after a gas pipeline explosion triggered a massive fire at the Hattar Industrial Estate in Pakistan’s Haripur district. The blast, which also set nearby homes ablaze, left several women and children injured, while rescue teams continue operations
South Korea has announced a 6.1 trillion won (USD 4.12 billion) cash assistance programme to support the bottom 70 per cent of income earners amid rising oil prices and economic pressure from the West Asia crisis
Israeli artillery continued targeting the towns of Khiam and Dibbine, with reports of machinegun fire during sweeping operations in the area. In the western Bekaa Valley, reconnaissance aircraft activity was also observed over the Rashaya region and the western slopes of Jabal al-Sheikh
Just as the ceasefire began, the Israeli military stated that it had struck over 380 “Hezbollah terror organisation targets” in southern Lebanon in recent operations and remained on “high alert” to resume strikes if necessary
“Pressure must increase. Our launchers are now locked on the warships, and we will sink them all,” Rezaei said.
Russia launched nearly 700 drones and dozens of ballistic and cruise missiles, primarily targeting civilians, in its biggest aerial barrage in almost two weeks, authorities said
The study uses biomolecular and archaeological evidence to reshape current views of Ireland’s farming history
Historians have long known that Shakespeare bought property in 1613 near the Blackfriars Theatre in London, but the exact location was a mystery
Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will maintain a 10-km security zone in Lebanon during the ceasefire. Donald Trump expressed optimism about ongoing talks for a broader peace deal
The US Central Command said US forces are enforcing a large-scale blockade on Iran’s ports using over 10,000 troops, warships like USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), and aircraft amid rising tensions
Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron will host a global summit on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Around 40 nations will discuss securing shipping routes and stabilising global trade
Donald Trump said Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons, disagreeing with Pope Leo XIV. He warned of global risks while defending his stance amid ongoing tensions
Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron will host a global summit on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Around 40 nations will discuss securing shipping routes and stabilising global trade
17 April,2026 09:26 AM IST | London | ANIDonald Trump said Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons, disagreeing with Pope Leo XIV. He warned of global risks while defending his stance amid ongoing tensions
17 April,2026 09:22 AM IST | Washington | ANIDonald Trump claimed Iran has agreed to return “nuclear dust” and not pursue nuclear weapons. The statement comes amid ongoing US-Iran talks and a fragile ceasefire, with both sides aiming for a broader peace deal
17 April,2026 09:04 AM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondentThe blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues to impact global shipping, with German logistics giant Hapag-Lloyd reporting that around 150 sailors remain stranded aboard six vessels in the region
16 April,2026 09:21 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentIran has warned it could block trade across the Persian Gulf, Sea of Oman and Red Sea if US restrictions on its ports continue, while also rejecting any compromise on its nuclear enrichment rights amid escalating tensions
16 April,2026 04:52 PM IST | Cairo | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Russia hammered civilian areas of Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in an attack that stretched for hours from daytime into the night, killing at least 16 people and injuring more than 80 others as terrified residents cowered in their homes, officials said Thursday. (Pics/AFP)
The announcement signals a potential diplomatic breakthrough in a region marked by continued hostility and intermittent conflict between Israel and Lebanon. Earlier on Tuesday, the US hosted a trilateral meeting with Israel and Lebanon, marking their first high-level engagement since 1993
16 April,2026 03:11 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent
The Trump administration has unveiled plans for a giant United States Triumphal Arch to mark America’s 250th independence anniversary, triggering criticism over it being a “vanity project” funded partly by taxpayers
16 April,2026 02:38 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent
US military claims it turned back 10 vessels in the first 48 hours of the naval blockade on Iran’s ports and the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM says zero ships broke through while Netanyahu affirms identical goals with Washington on eliminating Iran’s enrichment capability and reopening the strait
16 April,2026 11:23 AM IST | Washington DC | mid-day online correspondent
The United States Senate rejected a Democratic resolution to halt Donald Trump’s Iran war, allowing continued military action. The move highlights tensions over war powers and Congress’s role under the War Powers Act of 1973
16 April,2026 11:17 AM IST | Washington | AP
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Russia has launched one of its largest air assaults on Ukraine this year, firing nearly 700 drones and dozens of missiles in a massive overnight attack. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, a total of 659 drones and 44 missiles were launched, targeting major cities including Kyiv, Odesa, Dnipro, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia. At least 18 people were killed and over 100 injured as buildings were destroyed and fires broke out across multiple regions. A child was among the victims, highlighting the devastating human toll of the strikes.
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