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WorldIran warns of strikes on U.S. positions as Strait of Hormuz remains closed and oil prices surge
Tehran, Iran. Iran said it would respond with “long and painful strikes” on U.S. positions if Washington renewed attacks, as the Strait of Hormuz remained closed and global energy prices surged. Warning on renewed…
WorldBritish white supremacist convicted of preparing terrorism acts after attempting to buy gun
London, United Kingdom. A British white supremacist prosecutors said idolised Adolf Hitler was convicted on Thursday of preparing…
WorldItaly condemns Israel’s seizure of Gaza-bound aid ships, calls for release of detained Italians
Rome, Italy. Italy condemned Israel’s seizure of vessels carrying humanitarian aid bound for Gaza and demanded the immediate…
WorldHALO Trust uses AI and remote machinery to speed up demining efforts near Kyiv
Myrotske, Ukraine. Mine clearers near the village of Myrotske are working to make woods and fields safe from…
WorldRats and parasites spread through Gaza displacement camps as residents report bites and damage
Khan Younis, Gaza. Rats and parasites are spreading through tent camps and damaged homes sheltering displaced Palestinians in…
WorldPutin approval rating falls for seventh straight week to lowest since February 2022, VTsIOM says
Moscow, Russia. Russian President Vladimir Putin’s approval rating has fallen for a seventh consecutive week to 65.6%, its…
WorldBritain to fast-track legislation targeting state-sponsored proxy threats after stabbing attack
London, United Kingdom. Britain said it will introduce new legislation to tackle state-sponsored threats, after two Jewish men…
WorldTrump to be briefed by CENTCOM chief on potential new military options against Iran, Axios reports
Washington, United States. President Donald Trump is expected to receive a briefing on Thursday from U.S. Central Command…
WorldU.S. seeks coalition to reopen Strait of Hormuz as oil prices hit four-year high
Washington, United States. The United States is pushing other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom…
WorldMajor events recorded on April 30
Berlin, Germany. Several major political, military, and cultural events have occurred on April 30 across different years, ranging…
WorldTrump discusses sustaining Iran port blockade with oil executives as Hormuz tensions raise prices
Washington, United States. Donald Trump discussed with oil executives how to mitigate the impact of a possible months-long…