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The Guardian - AU · Apr 3

Pope Leo’s first Easter: one year in, what do Catholics think of the new pontiff?

Some would like Leo to be more vocal on world conflict, but others say he uses his influence discreetly

The Guardian - UK · Apr 3

Iran fires on targets across Mideast while Israel and US hit Tehran as war shows no signs of slowing

Iran fired on targets across the Middle East while American and Israeli airstrikes hit the Islamic Republic as the war neared the end of its fifth week unabated

The Independent UK · Apr 3

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy offers expertise on keeping waterways open amid Middle East conflict

‘Ukraine has expertise concerning sea waterways, and the defence and reopening of maritime traffic,’ says president. What we know on day 1,500

The Guardian - AU · Apr 3

Pete Hegseth Removes Army Chief Randy George Amid Iran War: What It Means for US Troops

The U.S. military experiences a leadership shakeup as Army Chief of Staff General Randy George is removed during the Iran conflict, raising concerns about operational continuity.

International Business Times UK · Apr 2

Sachs warns of escalation, oil disruption in Iran conflict; calls for global action

As the conflict stretches into its second month, leading economist Jeffrey Sachs expresses grave concerns regarding the intensifying war and global instability. He denounces US President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu for defying expert counsel in initiating the conflict, a choice that could lead to dramatic hikes in oil prices…

The Times of India · Apr 2

Gay Iranian Asylum Seekers Face Possible Deportation Despite Risk of Execution

According to estimates cited in recent reporting, at least 1,900 people have been killed and 20,000 injured in Iran since the war began

Latin Times · Apr 2

Cooper: Iran to face ‘every diplomatic, economic measure’ over Strait of Hormuz

The Foreign Secretary condemned Tehran for ‘seeking to hijack the global economy’ with its attacks on oil shipping.

Evening Standard · Apr 2

Inside the Hungarian think tank pushing Orban’s far-right agenda in Brussels

With Hungary heading to elections on 12 April, Prime Minister Viktor Orban is not only defending his position at home, but trying to push his self-described “illiberal democracy” model across Europe. At the centre of that effort is a think tank which aims to influence politicians in Brussels.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 2

Russia Says It Will Not Abandon Cuba as Second Oil Delivery Gets Underway

Russia is preparing a second oil shipment to Cuba, a fresh sign that Moscow is stepping in as Havana struggles with a punishing fuel shortage that has triggered blackouts, transportation disruptions, and broader economic paralysis.

Latin Times · Apr 2