-1775629648664_d.png "North Korea launches another ballistic missile after mocking Seoul’s outreach")
North Korea fired another ballistic missile toward its eastern waters shortly after multiple launches earlier in the day, further escalating tensions and dampening hopes of improved ties with South Korea
08 April,2026 12:01 PM IST | Seoul | AP-1775627129237_d.png "Donald Trump announces two-week ceasefire; says Iran had enough")
US President Donald Trump termed the Iran ceasefire a “big day for world peace”, saying Tehran is ready to rebuild after weeks of conflict. The conditional two-week pause, linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, has eased global tensions and raised hopes of a broader peace deal
08 April,2026 11:25 AM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent-1775626049825_d.png "US announces release of American journalist kidnapped in Baghdad")
The US announced the release of journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was kidnapped in Baghdad by an Iran-backed militia. Her freedom was secured through coordinated efforts between US agencies and Iraqi authorities
08 April,2026 11:01 AM IST | Washington | IANS
Israel will continue its offensive in South Lebanon aimed at neutralising the threat from Hezbollah, which has been backed by Iran. "The United States has told Israel that it is committed to achieving these goals, shared by the US, Israel and Israel's regional allies, in the upcoming negotiations"
08 April,2026 09:34 AM IST | Jerusalem | ANIADVERTISEMENT
