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Trial begins for Afghan charged in deadly Kabul airport bombing as defense says US ‘got the wrong man’

Trial is underway in Virginia for an alleged Isis militant charged in a deadly suicide bombing at a Kabul airport during the American military’s chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021

The Independent UK

US seizes Iranian ship but both sides say Pakistan talks on

TOI Correspondent from Washington: Despite mixed signals, especially over the seizure of an Iranian cargo ship by the US as part of its blockade of the Hormuz, both sides indicated they were planning to send negotiators to peace talks in Pakistan this week. Quoting officials, the NYT reported that US…

The Times of India

Trump rages at Iran war criticism: "Time is not my adversary"

Trump insisted any nuclear deal will be "FAR BETTER" than Obama's as he railed against critics.

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JD Vance to lead US delegation in Pakistan if Iran agrees to talks

US vice-president to travel to Islamabad with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as deadline for current ceasefire looms

The Guardian - UK

US spending on ‘reckless’ Iran war could have saved 87m lives, says UN

Head of UN’s humanitarian agency frustrated that $2bn weekly cost of conflict comes amid big cuts to aid budgets

The Guardian - UK

Distrust, dishonesty and Trump's elusive Iran deal

"He doesn't want to fight anymore. But he will if he feels he has to."

Axios

Talks on hold as Hormuz hardball threatens second round

The TOI correspondent from Washington: Prospects of a second round of talks between the United States and Iran hangs in suspense amid a fog of mistrust and misinformation after Teheran conveyed to Washington it is not ready to turn up in Islamabad in the face of what it sees as…

The Times of India

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My Take 5 (Edition 66): The week that was in international affairs

Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5. This week we are covering the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, historic elections in Hungary, polls in Bulgaria, Ukraine’s robot army, and the Baltic states’ principled stance against Russian aggression. So let’s get to it.

The Times of India

Moscow-friendly Rumen Radev wins absolute majority in Bulgarian elections

Former president’s election could end years of weak coalition governments but critics warn it may be bad for EU

The Guardian - UK

Pakistan seeks to raise its global standing in push for Middle East peace

Islamabad has seized chance to act as mediator in Iran war and hopes to reap diplomatic and economic benefits

The Guardian - UK

Iran Willing To Attend Round Of Talks With U.S. In Islamabad, Pakistani Officials Say

Iran is willing to attend a new round of talks with the U.S. in Islamabad, Pakistani officials said on Monday.

International Business Times

Iran Has Begun Rebuilding Its Weapons Stockpile During Ceasefire, Official Says

Iran has begun rebuilding its stockpile of weapons and munitions during the ceasefire, an official told state media.

Latin Times

Jerusalem Court Cancels Benjamin Netanyahu Testimony in Corruption Trial Over Security Concerns

A court in Jerusalem has agreed to cancel testimony by Benjamin Netanyahu in his ongoing corruption trial this week, marking the latest delay in a case that has stretched on for years amid regional instability.

Latin Times

Israeli Army Confirms Photo of Soldier Damaging Jesus in the Cross Statue in Southern Lebanon is real, investigation underway

Israel's military said Sunday that a widely circulated photograph showing one of its soldiers damaging a Christian symbol in southern Lebanon was authentic, a confirmation that landed with particular force with Christian communities.

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The Independent UK

What to know as ceasefire in the Iran war hangs in the balance

The ceasefire in the Iran war hangs in the balance as Pakistan’s capital stands prepared for possible new talks between Tehran and Washington

The Guardian - UK

Hungary’s Magyar eyes swift political deal to unfreeze EU funds after Orbán years – as it happened

New Hungarian leader says he could sign a political agreement with the EU in mid-May

The Times of India

Trump kept out of war room, 'screamed at aides': What happened after US jet was shot down in Iran

A US jet downed over Iran caused turmoil in the White House. President Donald Trump pushed for immediate rescue of two missing airmen. Officials planned a complex mission to retrieve them from Iranian territory. One airman was quickly recovered. The second was rescued after over 24 hours behind enemy lines.…

The Times of India

‘Betrayed diplomacy’: Iran President Pezeshkian flags US 'bullying' in call to Pak PM Sharif

Iran's President Pezeshkian rejected a second round of US peace talks, citing "bullying" and "unreasonable behaviour" during negotiations. He warned of increased suspicion and potential "betrayal of diplomacy" due to US actions and rhetoric. Tehran blamed Washington for excessive demands and "constant contradictions," highlighting ongoing naval incidents as obstacles to…

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The Guardian - AU

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill five, local officials say – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Europe needs homegrown missile defence in a year – Zelenskyy

Ukrainian president discusses Patriot alternative with other countries; Bulgarian election may be new headache for Kyiv. What we know on day 1,517

International Business Times UK

US Navy Fires on Iranian Vessel as IRGC Claims It Forced US Retreat—Fears of Wider Gulf Escalation Intensify

Reported US–Iran naval clash in Gulf heightens tensions; conflicting accounts, no independent verification, underscoring strategic stakes and risk of escalation.

The Independent UK

Diplomacy with Iran is not yet over – but it’s hanging by a thread

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Despite threats from both sides, the channels to peace are still open, and they must work towards that goal – not just for the benefit of their own countries

International Business Times UK

Trump Abruptly Removes JD Vance From Iran Peace Talks Over 'Security Concerns', Replacing Him With Jared Kushner

President Trump has removed VP JD Vance from Iran peace talks due to security concerns, appointing Kushner and Witkoff to lead negotiations amid a fragile ceasefire.

The Times of India

Talks, threats, and turbulence: Trump sends team back to Pakistan as defiant Iran stares him down

A US delegation heads to Pakistan for crucial talks with Iran, despite President Trump's escalating threats to cripple Iran's infrastructure if a deal isn't reached. Tehran remains hesitant, demanding the lifting of sanctions and unblocking of assets. Trump's aggressive rhetoric, aimed at forcing negotiations, faces domestic criticism for its potential…

Tom’s Hardware

Russian-made Shahed drones are ‘disintegrating in the air before reaching their targets’ due to shoddy manufacturing, video shows

Video footage captured by Ukrainian Sting interceptor drones shows that Russia’s endless drone assault is now powered by what some commenters have described as ‘flying garbage.’

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