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US says it has arrested relatives of late Iranian ​general Qasem ​Soleimani

US says it has arrested relatives of late Iranian ​general Qasem ​Soleimani

The niece and grand-niece of Qasem Soleimani are in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials said.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  BBC World News
Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Races to Find Missing Crew Member as Trump Repeats Threats Over Strait

Iran War Live Updates: U.S. Races to Find Missing Crew Member as Trump Repeats Threats Over Strait

President Trump said time was ā€œrunning outā€ on his ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and Israel struck a major petrochemical complex in Iran’s…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
Middle East crisis live: US and Iran race to find missing pilot; Trump warns Tehran over strait of Hormuz

Middle East crisis live: US and Iran race to find missing pilot; Trump warns Tehran over strait of Hormuz

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps said it was combing an area near where plane came down in south-western Iranā€˜I’m regretting everything’: #MilitaryTok…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
Deadly Earthquake and Floods Worsen Afghanistan’s Troubles

Deadly Earthquake and Floods Worsen Afghanistan’s Troubles

Floods have killed at least 77 people this week and destroyed or damaged thousands of homes, and an earthquake on Friday killed a dozen more.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
What we know so far about the US fighter jet shot down over Iran

What we know so far about the US fighter jet shot down over Iran

The pilot of the downed jet has been safely rescued, but a search and rescue operation is still under way for the jet's second crew member, US media r…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  BBC World News
Hegseth Says U.S. Troops Are Fighting for Jesus. The Pope Disagrees.

Hegseth Says U.S. Troops Are Fighting for Jesus. The Pope Disagrees.

In sharp contrast to the Trump administration’s calls for Christian prayers for the war effort, Pope Leo XIV says military domination is ā€œentirely for…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five

Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five

A Russian drone hit a busy spot in the southern Ukrainian town on Saturday morning, injuring another 21 people.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  BBC World News
Trump gives Iran 48 hours to make deal or face ā€˜Hell’

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to make deal or face ā€˜Hell’

U.S. President Donald Trump's latest threat came after a strike near an Iranian nuclear power plant prompted evacuations, with the Revolutionary Guard…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Hindu (International)
NATO anniversary overshadowed by Trump’s threats

NATO anniversary overshadowed by Trump’s threats

On this day, April 4th, 1949, NATO was founded, marking a pivotal moment in global security. Nearly 80 years later, however, the alliance's future is …

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  France 24 (English)
Halting $400m White House ballroom project is national security risk, Trump officials say

Halting $400m White House ballroom project is national security risk, Trump officials say

US National Park Service lawyers cite materials that will be installed to make ā€˜heavily fortified’ facilityDonald Trump’s administration is arguing th…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule

World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule

Cameroon's President Paul Biya, 93, won his eighth successive term last year in a disputed election.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  BBC World News
California protection crews contain parts of wildfire that burned 4,100 acres

California protection crews contain parts of wildfire that burned 4,100 acres

Springs fire, which had spread quickly by windy conditions, at least 45% contained on Saturday, say fire officialsCalifornia fire protection crews on …

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
ā€˜Iran Is Being Destroyed in Front of Our Eyes’: Tehran Is Gripped by Fear

ā€˜Iran Is Being Destroyed in Front of Our Eyes’: Tehran Is Gripped by Fear

Fifteen residents of Tehran said in telephone interviews and text messages that the capital was weathering heavy bombardment.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
Relatives of Iran's late Gen. Qassem Soleimani arrested: U.S.

Relatives of Iran's late Gen. Qassem Soleimani arrested: U.S.

U.S. revokes green cards and visas of several Iranian nationals connected to Tehran govt.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Hindu (International)
'Gaza, Marseille is with you!': French boats set sail to join international aid flotilla

'Gaza, Marseille is with you!': French boats set sail to join international aid flotilla

Some 20 French boats set sail from Marseille on Saturday to join up with an international flotilla making a renewed effort to break an Israeli blockad…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  France 24 (English)
Trump Pledged a Quick End to the Iran War, but He Hasn’t Explained How

Trump Pledged a Quick End to the Iran War, but He Hasn’t Explained How

President Trump bet that American firepower could cow Iran into compliance. So far, Iran’s leaders have been unwilling to quit.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
Three workers wounded in strike on North Rumaila oil field in southern Iraq

Three workers wounded in strike on North Rumaila oil field in southern Iraq

The drone strikes ​had no impact on operations ⁠in this part of Iraq’s giant Rumaila oilfield, ā€Œas they targeted an equipment storage facility, said t…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Hindu (International)
Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants’ race

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants’ race

Trump ordered data collection after raising concern about race being used as factor in college admissionsA federal judge on Friday halted efforts by t…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
ā€˜Horror movie’: officials investigate after 21 dead dogs wash up on Washington state shore

ā€˜Horror movie’: officials investigate after 21 dead dogs wash up on Washington state shore

Carasses wash ashore Guemes Island in ā€˜creepy mystery’, with authorities saying canines appear to be the same sizeOfficials are investigating after ne…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
Missing Airman Raises Concerns That Iran Could Gain Leverage Over the U.S.

Missing Airman Raises Concerns That Iran Could Gain Leverage Over the U.S.

Since 1979, Iran has repeatedly used Americans and Europeans detained on its territory to win concessions over more powerful adversaries.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
At least 12 persons, including eight of one family, killed in Afghan quake

At least 12 persons, including eight of one family, killed in Afghan quake

Official said five homes were destroyed and another 33 significantly damaged, affecting 40 families in the provinces of Kabul, Panjshir, Logar, Nangar…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Hindu (International)
U.S. Fighter Jet Downed Over Iran Was Probably Based at R.A.F. Lakenheath, U.K. Airfield

U.S. Fighter Jet Downed Over Iran Was Probably Based at R.A.F. Lakenheath, U.K. Airfield

A military analyst identified markings consistent with a squadron based at R.A.F. Lakenheath, one of two British bases that host the largest U.S. figh…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
Three Charged With Arson in Attack on U.K. Jewish Charity’s Ambulances

Three Charged With Arson in Attack on U.K. Jewish Charity’s Ambulances

A fourth suspect was arrested after showing up at a hearing for the defendants, the police said. The March attack was widely condemned but has not bee…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NYTimes World
Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as Zelenskyy goes to Turkiye

Russia and Ukraine trade strikes as Zelenskyy goes to Turkiye

Russia fired 286 drones at Ukraine overnight, 260 of which were downed, the Ukrainian Air Force said in a statement

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Hindu (International)
Israel strikes south Lebanon’s Tyre after issuing evacuation warnings

Israel strikes south Lebanon’s Tyre after issuing evacuation warnings

Tens of thousands flee Tyre due to evacuation orders, but about 20,000 residents persist, including 15,000 displaced from surrounding villages; attack…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Hindu (International)
Polymarket apologizes for allowing wagers on fate of U.S. pilots downed in Iran

Polymarket apologizes for allowing wagers on fate of U.S. pilots downed in Iran

Prediction market platform Polymarket issued an apology for allowing users to place bets on the fate of American pilots aboard a U.S. fighter jet down…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NBC News World
US authorities arrest relatives of late Iranian military commander who were living in Los Angeles

US authorities arrest relatives of late Iranian military commander who were living in Los Angeles

State department said niece and grandniece of Qassem Soleimani, killed in 2020 US drone strike, celebrated attacks against US soldiersUS federal agent…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
UN watchdog voices 'deep concern' as Iran reports new attacks on nuclear plant

UN watchdog voices 'deep concern' as Iran reports new attacks on nuclear plant

The International Atomic Energy Agency urges restraint to avoid a nuclear accident at Iran's Bushehr plant.

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  BBC World News
Search for pilot of downed U.S. fighter jet enters second day

Search for pilot of downed U.S. fighter jet enters second day

The search for the pilot of a U.S. fighter jet that went down over Iran entered its second day on Saturday, as Iranian officials denied reports that t…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  NBC News World
Fugitive mafia boss wanted for murder arrested at Amalfi coast luxury villa

Fugitive mafia boss wanted for murder arrested at Amalfi coast luxury villa

Roberto Mazzarella, head of a notorious Camorra clan, had been on the run for more than a yearAn Italian mafia boss, who was one of Italy’s most dange…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
Medicines watchdog to investigate UK peptide clinics over health claims

Medicines watchdog to investigate UK peptide clinics over health claims

Exclusive: Guardian investigation finds several clinics making potentially unlawful claims about benefits of unregulated therapiesWhat are peptides, a…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World
What are peptides, are they safe and is there evidence to back up the hype?

What are peptides, are they safe and is there evidence to back up the hype?

Influencers and athletes are among those claiming substances can help with injury repair, weight loss and angi-ageingMedicines watchdog to investigate…

Apr 4, 2026  ā€¢  The Guardian World

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