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WorldOptimism rises over possible Middle East deal as Pakistani mediator visits Tehran
Tehran, Iran. Optimism grew on Thursday that the war in the Middle East may be nearing an end, as a key Pakistani mediator arrived in Tehran and the administration of President Donald Trump raised…
WorldBessent says US economy may slow this quarter amid Iran war but remains in good shape
Washington, United States. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Wednesday that the economy will be slower this…
WorldIMF says at least a dozen countries may seek new loan programs amid energy and supply disruptions
Washington, United States. The International Monetary Fund expects at least a dozen countries to seek new loan programs…
WorldWhite House denies seeking ceasefire as Pakistan-mediated Iran talks remain under discussion
Washington, United States. The White House has denied reports that it requested a ceasefire in the war with…
WorldIran weighs allowing safe passage through Omani waters of Strait of Hormuz in U.S. talks, source says
Muscat, Oman. Iran could consider allowing ships to sail freely through the Omani side of the Strait of…
WorldU.S. Treasury sanctions network linked to Iranian oil transportation infrastructure
Washington, United States. The U.S. Treasury Department said it is targeting Iran’s oil transportation infrastructure by imposing sanctions…
WorldBerlin conference secures over 1.5 billion euros in humanitarian pledges for Sudan
Berlin, Germany. An international conference in Berlin has produced pledges of more than 1.5 billion euros ($1.77 billion)…
WorldEl Salvador enacts reforms allowing life imprisonment for minors as young as 12
San Salvador, El Salvador. President Nayib Bukele has enacted legal reforms allowing life imprisonment for minors as young…
WorldU.S. says it halted Iran’s seaborne trade as Trump signals talks could resume in Pakistan
Washington, United States. The United States said on Wednesday its military had completely halted trade going in and…
WorldTrump renews criticism of Pope Leo after Vatican warning on democratic power
Washington, United States. U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his criticism of Pope Leo on Tuesday night after the…
WorldMagyar says new Hungarian cabinet could be sworn in by mid-May, aims to unlock EU funding
Budapest, Hungary. Hungary’s election winner Peter Magyar said his cabinet could be sworn in by mid-May and take…