News: World
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WorldGreece announces 500 million euros in additional aid amid Iran war impact
Athens, Greece. Greece announced 500 million euros in extra aid for households and farmers affected by rising living costs linked to the war in Iran, citing a higher primary budget surplus for 2025. Prime…
WorldUK lawmakers approve Tobacco and Vapes Bill to phase out legal cigarette sales for future generations
London, United Kingdom. Britain has approved new restrictions that will prevent people aged 17 or younger, and anyone…
WorldIran seizes two ships in Strait of Hormuz as Trump delays attacks and maintains naval blockade
Tehran, Iran. Iran seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, tightening its control of the…
WorldHungary and Slovakia expect Russian oil deliveries to resume via Druzhba pipeline through Ukraine
Brussels, Belgium. Hungary and Slovakia expect Russian oil deliveries through the Druzhba pipeline via Ukraine to resume after…
WorldTokayev calls for fair global transition to cleaner energy at summit in Astana
Astana, Kazakhstan. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called for a “fair, balanced and stimulating” global transition to cleaner energy models…
WorldThree container ships hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO and sources say
Muscat, Oman. At least three container ships were hit by gunfire in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday,…
WorldEU immigrant population reaches record 64.2 million in 2025, report says
Brussels, Belgium. The number of immigrants living in the European Union rose to a record 64.2 million in…
WorldUkraine prosecutor says Russian missile and drone routes near Chernobyl raise accident risk
Kyiv, Ukraine. Russia has repeatedly launched drones and missiles on a flight path near the disused Chernobyl nuclear…
WorldBachelet defends women’s rights stance as Grossi seen as front-runner in UN chief race
New York, United States. Former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet reaffirmed her support for women’s rights during her bid…
WorldMajor events that occurred on April 22
Washington, United States. Several major events have occurred on April 22 across politics, conflict, disasters, aviation and legal…
WorldTrump says U.S. will extend Iran ceasefire indefinitely as blockade continues
Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump said he would indefinitely extend the ceasefire with Iran to allow…