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Russia warns embassies to leave Kyiv ahead of possible retaliatory strikes
MOSCOW, May 7 — Russia sent an evacuation warning to foreign diplomats in Kyiv on Wednesday, saying it would attack the city if Ukraine disrupted World War II commemorations in Moscow this weekend. Russia did not elaborate on its threat,
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UN urges Israel to ‘immediately’ free detained Gaza flotilla activists, probe mistreatment claims
GENEVA, May 6 — The United Nations today called on Israel to immediately release two activists taken from a Gaza-bound flotilla, and demanded an investigation into “disturbing accounts” they had been severely mistreated. Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian
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China calls for ‘complete’ and immediate end to Middle East fighting
BEIJING, May 6 — China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi called today for an end to hostilities in the Middle East and for the United States and Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz “as soon as possible”, during talks with
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China hosts Iranian envoy in Beijing just days before Trump visit
BEIJING, May 6 — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi began a meeting with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi in Beijing on Wednesday, state news agency Xinhua said. Araqchi’s one-day trip comes a week ahead of US President Donald Trump’s scheduled
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FAA contractor arrested after email declaring he would ‘neutralise’ Trump
WASHINGTON, May 6 —A man who worked as a contractor for the Federal Aviation Administration in New Hampshire has been arrested and charged with making a threat against Donald Trump after the White House received an email the suspect apparently
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US says Iran offensive over but will show ‘firm response’ if necessary
WASHINGTON, Mqy 6 — The United States has completed its offensive operations against Iran, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said yesterday, even as Washington warned it was ready to unleash a “devastating” response to any new attacks on shipping in
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Trump pauses ‘Project Freedom’ ship escorts to attempt deal with Iran
WASHINGTON, May 6 — President Donald Trump said yesterday he was halting the US military operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz after just one day, in a bid to reach a deal with Iran to end the
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‘Super El Niño’ fears: Asia faces energy strain, crop damage and worsening food insecurity
BANGKOK, May 6 — Already reeling from the effects of conflict in the Middle East, Asia is now facing the prospect of strong El Nino conditions that could spike energy demand, sap hydropower, and damage crops. El Nino is a
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WHO says two hantavirus cases confirmed, five suspected on cruise ship
GENEVA, May 5 — Two hantavirus cases have been confirmed and five others are suspected among people on a cruise ship stuck off Cape Verde, including three who have died, the WHO said today. “As of 4 May 2026, seven
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The New Era with TVK
Chennai, May 5 —Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor-turned-politician Vijay, registered a huge win in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. The election results prompted congratulatory messages from the film industry peoples. He also ‘Single Handly’ carried the party to a spectacular
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