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Trump Announces 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Truce US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon on April 16, saying the pause in fighting is intended to create space for wider diplomatic efforts in the region. The truce comes after weeks of intense cross-border escalation involving Israel and Hezbollah, with Washington now trying to […]
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UK Economy Grows 0.5% Before Iran War Shock The UK economy grew faster than expected in February 2026, offering a short-term boost before the full economic impact of the Iran war and higher oil prices began to hit households and businesses. Official data showed monthly GDP rose 0.5%, stronger than market forecasts, but economists say […]
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China’s economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter of 2026, showing resilience despite the wider impact of the Iran war on global trade and energy markets. Official data showed the economy expanded 5.0% year on year in the January to March period, beating market expectations and improving from the previous quarter. China GDP […]
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Lashkar-e-Taiba co-founder and senior ideologue Amir Hamza was shot at in Lahore on April 16 in what reports describe as the second attack on him within a year. He was reportedly targeted by unidentified gunmen while returning from a local television station and was later taken to hospital. Amir Hamza Shooting in Lahore According to […]
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Sanctioned Tankers Enter Gulf Despite Blockade Two US-sanctioned supertankers have entered the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz despite an American blockade targeting vessels linked to Iranian oil trade. The development highlights the difficulty of fully enforcing maritime restrictions even as Washington tries to tighten pressure on Tehran after recent talks failed to
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The United States and Iran are considering extending their current ceasefire by another two weeks as mediators try to keep negotiations alive and avoid a fresh round of fighting. The effort comes as tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping restrictions continue to disrupt global energy supplies and keep markets nervous. US-Iran […]
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Diplomatic efforts around the US-Iran conflict intensified on April 16, with Washington signalling that another round of talks could be held soon even as military and economic pressure on Tehran continues. The latest developments came amid continued tension in the Strait of Hormuz, where shipping disruption and sanctions enforcement have kept global markets on edge. […]
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The International Monetary Fund has warned that the war-driven rise in oil prices could weaken global growth and increase recession risks if the shock continues for a longer period. The concern comes as crude markets remain under pressure from conflict in the Middle East and disruption around key export routes. IMF Global Growth Warning In […]