Oil prices fall for a second day on expectations US-Iran talks may resume - Reuters

Oil prices fall for a second day on expectations US-Iran talks may resume  Reuters

Watch: Vance heckled as he chides Pope

The US Vice-President was speaking at a Turning Point USA event, where he said Pope Leo should "be careful when he talks about matters of theology."

Pope Leo’s Challenge in Cameroon: Show African Catholics How Much They Matter

Catholicism is growing fast on the continent, yet Africans play a comparatively small role in church leadership. Cameroon, which Leo XIV will visit Wednesday, shows the divide.

By Motoko Rich

Oil Steadies After Slumping on Moves to Restart US-Iran Talks - Bloomberg.com

Oil Steadies After Slumping on Moves to Restart US-Iran Talks  Bloomberg.com

Why Pope Leo Is Such a Challenging Opponent for Trump - WSJ

Why Pope Leo Is Such a Challenging Opponent for Trump  WSJ

Trump’s push to cut US interest rates akin to ‘banana republic’, says Yellen

Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh will lack ‘credibility’ in arguing rates should fall, says former Treasury secretary

Vance praises Trump, while subtly differentiating himself at Georgia event

At a gathering of conservative college students, the vice president expressed respect for Pope Leo XIV and empathized with concerns about high costs of living

By Natalie Allison

Zelensky says US peace negotiators 'have no time for Ukraine' because of Iran war

On Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke frankly about the stalled negotiations to end the war, now in its fifth year. Furthermore, as a direct result of the war in Iran, the shipment of US arms to Ukraine is experiencing a 'critical' disruption.

Middle East crisis live: US claims blockade has ‘completely halted economic trade’ into Iran, as Trump hints at return to talks in Pakistan

US military boasts blockade of the strait of Hormuz will incapacitate Iran’s economy; Trump says negotiations could return to Pakistan US-Iran peace talks could resume in next two days, Trump says Welcome to the Guardian’s continuing coverage of the crisis in the Middle East. The US military has said American forces have completely halted economic trade going in and out of Iran by sea through a blockade. An estimated 90% of Iran’s economy is fueled by international trade by sea. In less tha...

By Jonathan Yerushalmy

South Africa appoints former apartheid-era negotiator as US ambassador

Roelf Meyer will replace the South African ambassador who was expelled from the US by President Donald Trump in 2025.

Joy Behar immediately corrected after claiming Jesus didn't call himself the Messiah

Sara Haines corrected Joy Behar on "The View" after Behar claimed Jesus never called himself the Messiah during a discussion about President Donald Trump's AI image.

King Charles to address joint meeting of Congress and meet privately with Trump on US state visit - CNN

King Charles to address joint meeting of Congress and meet privately with Trump on US state visit  CNN

Trump takes aim at Pope Leo again, days after calling him 'weak on crime'

Trump's remarks came amid a running spat between the White House and the Vatican over the U.S.-Israel war against Iran.

Russia may attack Ukraine tonight, Zelenskyy says

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that Russian forces may attack Ukraine on the night of 14-15 April using drones and missiles.

By Alona Mazurenko

Trump will head to Beijing amid warming trend in sentiment about China at home

American views on China have softened ahead of a high-stakes summit between US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in May, with positive sentiment nearly doubling since 2023, a survey by the Pew Research Centre has found. While a significant majority of Americans still regard China as a competitor to the US rather than a partner, fewer call the world’s second largest economy an adversary than in 2025, according to the survey, which was conducted in March and released...

By Lucy Quaggin

Iran war: US will make Iran 'thrive' if it ditches nukes

US President Donald Trump wants a "grand bargain" with Tehran, where the US can make Iran "thrive and prosper," according to Vice President JD Vance. DW has more.

Vance says progress made with Iran as sides weigh second round of talks

The United States ​made a ‌lot of ⁠progress in talks with ‌Iran, US Vice President ⁠JD Vance said in an interview on ​Fox Newson Monday, saying the ball was in Iran's court when it came to whether a second round of talks would take place.

By FRANCE24

Watch: JD Vance heckled as he rebukes Pope Leo

JD Vance was heckled as he said that Pope Leo should be "careful" when speaking on matters of theology.

By Mohammad Dawood

Trump Reignites UK Feud—Says It Should Drill For Oil In North Sea - Forbes

Trump Reignites UK Feud—Says It Should Drill For Oil In North Sea  Forbes

Pope Leo should be ‘careful’ when he speaks about Iran war, JD Vance says

Vance asked whether the pope’s remarks that God does not bless any conflict applied to the Second World War, when U.S. troops helped liberate France from Nazi Germany

By Bloomberg News

JD Vance Accidentally Says The Truth Out Loud With Fox News Gaffe

'America is back': Trump targets Pope Leo again, draws line on Iran nuclear issue

President Trump reignited his public dispute with Pope Leo XIV, criticizing the Vatican's stance on Iran's nuclear program. This unusual clash, amplified by an AI-generated image of Trump in a Christ-like form, has caused discomfort among some Republican leaders and Christian conservatives, sparking widespread satire.

By TOI World Desk

‘Great contributors to US’: JD Vance hails wife Usha’s parents, doubles down on H1-B fraud issue

Trump tells ABC News reporter he was not concerned about Orban's loss in Hungary - The Straits Times

Trump tells ABC News reporter he was not concerned about Orban's loss in Hungary  The Straits Times

US-Iran mistrust can't be solved overnight, says JD Vance; Tehran ‘wants’ a deal

JD Vance affirmed that the Iranian negotiators wanted to make a deal, adding that he feels good about the positions of the two sides.

We’re all stuck in Donald Trump’s cage fight

The Iran war is spiralling. America’s adversaries are enjoying the show

By Katie Stallard

Hungary: is the tide turning for populists?

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk sent a message congratulating Hungary’s newly elected prime minister, Peter Magyar, for having evicted long-serving populist leader Viktor Orban (aka ‘The Viktator’) from power. All the usual welcoming words, but Tusk’s message ended with two slightly mysterious words in Hungarian: “Ruszkik Haza” – Russians Go Home. There are no Russians […]

New Hungarian PM's campaign silence on gay rights worries activists

In his winning campaign, Peter Magyar focused on corruption, the cost of living and Hungary’s place in Europe – but stayed silent on LGBTQI+ rights, which were chipped away under former prime minister Viktor Orban. For Tamas Dombos, a Budapest-based gay rights activist, Magyar’s caution is both understandable and unsettling.

By Jan van der Made

Trump doubles down in criticising Pope Leo over Iran

US President Donald Trump, whose war and immigration policies have been condemned by Pope Leo XIV, has reiterated his criticism of the pontiff.

Hopes rise for renewed talks as US military says Iran blockade is in force

ISLAMABAD (AP) — Hopes rose for renewed talks between the United States and Iran on Wednesday, as the US military said its blockade of Iranian ports was in full effect and Tehran threatened to retaliate by strike targets across the war-weary region. US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that a second round of talks could happen "over the next two days," telling the New York Post the negotiations could be held again in Islamabad as diplomats worked through back channels to arrange them. UN Secre

By The Korea Herald

US shuts down Iran's maritime trade despite optimism for more talks; Trump doubles down in criticising Pope Leo over Iran

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Trump says US-Iran war 'very close' to ending amid ceasefire deal

The US President's remarks come as peace talks between Washington and Tehran are expected to resume on Thursday.

8 Iran-Linked Oil Tankers Stopped By US Since Start Of Hormuz Blockade

The US Central Command (CENTCOM), in a statement, said a blockade of Iranian ports has been fully implemented as US forces maintain maritime superiority in the Middle East.

Hungary for change

THERE has understandably been widespread rejoicing over the comeuppance of Viktor Orbán in last Sunday’s Hungarian elections. For the past 16 years, he has served as something of a role model for fascist-adjacent political forces across Europe and far beyond. Amid indications that his far-right Fidesz party might be ousted after four terms of parliamentary supermajorities that enabled its leader to pursue his reprehensible agenda, ideological allies from across the continent and even Latin Am...

By none@none.com (Mahir Ali)

Trump slams Meloni, deepening fallout from his Pope attack

The exchange highlights the breakdown in Trump and Meloni's relationship since Italy refused to allow the U.S. to use a base in Sicily for combat operations for the war in Iran.

Zelenskyy says US has 'no time for Ukraine' as Iran peace focus keeps negotiators busy

Zelenskyy pointed to the issue of deliveries of US arms to Ukraine, saying it had become "a big problem".

China calls US claims of military pressure on Taiwan a ‘distortion’

"Certain people on the US side are jumping up and down, continuously rehashing the so-called 'mainland threat' or 'military pressure'," a Chinese government spokesperson told reporters on Wednesday (Apr 15).

Stocks sharply up late Wed. morning amid hopes for U.S.-Iran peace talks - Yonhap News Agency

Stocks sharply up late Wed. morning amid hopes for U.S.-Iran peace talks  Yonhap News Agency

Orbán’s defeat is more about the economy than ideology - The Observer

Orbán’s defeat is more about the economy than ideology  The Observer

Trump says Iran talks may resume as Israel and Lebanon open direct negotiations

Trump this morning told Fox News that the war with Iran is ‘very close to over’.

US shuts down Iran’s maritime trade despite optimism for more talks

US Central Command head Admiral Brad Cooper says American forces have completely halted economic trade going in and out of Iran by sea, which he says fuels 90% of Iran’s economy

By Reuters

Asian Stocks to Track US Rally on Iran Peace Push: Markets Wrap - SWI swissinfo.ch

Asian Stocks to Track US Rally on Iran Peace Push: Markets Wrap  SWI swissinfo.ch

South African president chooses Roelf Meyer as next ambassador to U.S. - Daily Maverick

South African president chooses Roelf Meyer as next ambassador to U.S.  Daily Maverick

Inside Economics: The most important takeaway from ANZ's grim interest rate outlook - NZ Herald

Inside Economics: The most important takeaway from ANZ's grim interest rate outlook  NZ Herald

U.S. and China Reach Near-Parity in AI Model Performance, Report Finds - Caixin Global

U.S. and China Reach Near-Parity in AI Model Performance, Report Finds  Caixin Global

Oil prices drop: Brent at $95, WTI at $91 on hopes for Mideast peace deal — stocks rise - Gulf News

Oil prices drop: Brent at $95, WTI at $91 on hopes for Mideast peace deal — stocks rise  Gulf News

J.D. Vance Responds To Heckler Who Yelled 'You're Killing Children' From Gaza

Here's J.D. Vance firing back at a heckler who alleged the Trump administration is killing and bombing children in Gaza. The Vice President was at a Turning Point USA event Tuesday in Georgia, talking about the crisis in the Middle East ... when a…

By TMZ Staff

Trump claims Iran war 'very close' to completion: media - China Daily - Global Edition

Trump claims Iran war 'very close' to completion: media  China Daily - Global Edition

Philippines seeks US nod to extend Russian oil imports amid supply risks

The Philippines is seeking an extension of a United States sanctions waiver to allow continued oil imports from Russia, as the government moves to secure fuel supply amid ongoing global disruptions, the Department of Energy said.

By Kristine Daguno-Bersamina

US shuts down Iran's maritime trade despite optimism for more talks

Trump said negotiations between US and Iranian officials could resume in Pakistan in the next two days

By Reuters

Sheinbaum demands consular oversight of ICE facilities after 15th Mexican dies in US custody: Tuesday's mañanera recapped - Mexico News Daily

Sheinbaum demands consular oversight of ICE facilities after 15th Mexican dies in US custody: Tuesday's mañanera recapped  Mexico News Daily

Dutch PM meets with Trump to discuss Ukraine and war in Middle East

The Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Rob Jetten, met with the President of the United States, Donald Trump, in Washington - they discussed the war in Ukraine and in the Middle East.

Sheinbaum demands consular oversight of ICE facilities after 15th Mexican dies in US custody: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped

On Tuesday, Sheinbaum highlighted a 31% annual drop in homicides during March and responded to the news that a 49-year-old Mexican citizen had died in ICE custody, saying that her government is referring cases involving negligent "practices" in ICE detention centers to international bodies. The post Sheinbaum demands consular oversight of ICE facilities after 15th Mexican dies in US custody: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped appeared first on Mexico News Daily

By MND Staff

Trump’s Blockade Forged in the Ashes of Strategic Failure - media.tehrantimes.com

Trump’s Blockade Forged in the Ashes of Strategic Failure  media.tehrantimes.com

The US has placed a $10 million bounty on the leader of a pro-Iranian organization in Iraq, which is responsible for dozens of kidnappings of American citizens

The latest victim of Kataeb Hezbollah was journalist Shelly Kittleson, who was abducted while walking on a street in Baghdad The post The US has placed a $10 million bounty on the leader of a pro-Iranian organization in Iraq, which is responsible for dozens of kidnappings of American citizens appeared first on ProtoThema English.

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Pope Leo issues warning on democracy after Trump criticism - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Pope Leo issues warning on democracy after Trump criticism  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Israel and Lebanon hold first direct talks since 1993

Lebanon and Israel have held their first diplomatic talks in over three decades, a rare encounter aimed at ending fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

US Selects Morocco to Participate in White House Task Force for World Cup

The US has announced that Morocco will be part of a White House Task Force for the FIFA World Cup as well as the Club World Cup. The post US Selects Morocco to Participate in White House Task Force for World Cup appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Safaa Kasraoui

Oil prices continue to fall on hopes of new US-Iran peace talks - Qatar Tribune

Oil prices continue to fall on hopes of new US-Iran peace talks  Qatar Tribune

US, Iran may resume talks this week - Kuwait Times

US, Iran may resume talks this week  Kuwait Times

Aoun hopes Israel talks 'beginning of the end' of Lebanon's suffering - Naharnet

Aoun hopes Israel talks 'beginning of the end' of Lebanon's suffering  Naharnet

Costa Rica Pressured to Reveal Whereabouts of U.S.-Deported Migrants

Costa Rica’s Ombudsman’s Office has given immigration authorities 24 hours to disclose where the first group of migrants deported from the United States is being housed, adding fresh pressure to a new bilateral arrangement that is already drawing scrutiny just days after it began. The group of 25 arrived on Saturday under a March agreement […] The post Costa Rica Pressured to Reveal Whereabouts of U.S.-Deported Migrants appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

By Tico Times

El Jem amphitheatre goes digital in Tunisia-US heritage project - The Arab Weekly

El Jem amphitheatre goes digital in Tunisia-US heritage project  The Arab Weekly

Leo XIV following in the footsteps of Saint Augustine in Algeria: an unprecedented visit marred by a double assassination attempt - Seneweb

Leo XIV following in the footsteps of Saint Augustine in Algeria: an unprecedented visit marred by a double assassination attempt  Seneweb