Hungary’s new prime minister says he will ask Putin to stop the killing in Ukraine Peter Magyar’s election victory over Viktor Orban was greeted with relief in Kyiv The Independent UK · Apr 14
Zelenskyy meets Merz in Berlin as Ukraine seeks more support from Germany against Russia Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Berlin The Independent UK · Apr 14
Zelenskyy hails Magyar’s win over Orbán as ‘the victory of light over darkness’ in Hungary – as it happened Ukrainian leader hopes for ‘pragmatic’ and ‘friendly’ relations with new government in contrast with hostility of previous pro-Russian regime The Guardian - UK · Apr 14
Efforts underway for second round of US-Iran talks as US blockade takes effect The standoff between the United States and Iran is deepening as the U.S. has declared it has blockaded the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has threatened to strike targets across the region, and Pakistan says it is racing to bring the sides together for more talks The Independent UK · Apr 14
Islamabad or not? US–Iran talks inch toward second round after first failed; 5 things we know The United States and Iran appear to be edging towards a second round of high-stakes negotiations, even after a marathon session in Islamabad failed to produce a breakthrough. Officials from Washington, Tehran and regional intermediaries suggest that while deep differences remain, neither side considers the process over. The Times of India · Apr 14
Viktor Orbán inspired rightwingers across the EU and in Britain. His defeat could represent a turning of the tide We must hope this vote will be the start of a wider backlash – and send hard-right populism back to the fringes where it belongs, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee The Guardian - UK · Apr 14
Iran tries to cosy up to Europe to increase pressure on US Regime hopes to capitalise on deepening transatlantic split by briefing previously sidelined European countries The Guardian - UK · Apr 14
US talks between Lebanon and Israel end – as it happened This live blog has now closed The Guardian - AU · Apr 14
Ukraine war briefing: Hungary’s new leader says he would ask Putin to end the killing in Ukraine Péter Magyar would ‘talk to Russian president, but won’t initiate contact’; Ukraine welcomes defeat of Orbán. What we know on day 1,511 The Guardian - AU · Apr 14
Hezbollah's leader urges Lebanon to walk away from Israel talks Hezbollah’s leader Naim Kassem said the Lebanese government should walk away from direct negotiations with Israel Evening Standard · Apr 13
New drones are giving Ukraine a battlefield advantage and ravaging Russia’s oil industry “Ukraine’s defensive successes, drone adaptations, and midrange strike campaign are creating compounding effects…degrading Russian frontline forces.” Fortune · Apr 13
How a US blockade near the Strait of Hormuz could work and the impact ahead for the global economy A blockade of Iranian ports that President Donald Trump said began Monday could further disrupt oil prices The Independent UK · Apr 13
'They Don't Have… Military Means' — Pakistani General Says Iran Has No Choice But to Negotiate With Washington Retired Lt. Gen. Muhammad Saeed believes Iran's economic challenges will eventually lead them back to the negotiating table with the US and Israel. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
“Enjoy the current pump figures”: The blockade is here, but Iran is choosing to taunt Trump rather than panic Taunts with math! We Got This Covered · Apr 13
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 What will the UK’s role be in the strait of Hormuz when the Iran war ends? Royal Navy has few mine-hunting ships to deploy as world leaders discuss how to safeguard shipping
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 ‘Now I’m hopeful’: Hungarians welcome the morning after 16 years of Orbán rule Excitement and disbelief mix on the streets of Budapest after record turnout drives opposition’s landslide victory
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 US starts naval blockade of Iranian ports after deadline passes Iran warns Americans they face higher pump prices due to prohibition imposed on Monday evening
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 The Guardian view on Hungary’s election: democracy reclaimed Editorial: The defeat of Orbánism is a globally significant political moment. But it is, above all, a triumph for the citizens who mobilised to take their country back
International Business Times UK · Apr 13 Netanyahu's Claim That US Officials 'Report to Him' Daily Draws Scorn as Iran Ceasefire Hangs by a Thread Netanyahu's claim that JD Vance 'reported to him' on Iran talks has ignited online fury, raising fresh questions about the US-Israel power dynamic amid a fragile ceasefire.
International Business Times UK · Apr 13 Over 1M Americans 'At Risk' in Middle East War Zone as DOGE Cuts Leave State Department Unable to Help Fired foreign service officers say the State Department rejected their offers to help evacuate Americans from the Iran war zone.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 Péter Magyar vows to pursue those who ‘plundered’ Hungary after election win Prime minister-elect promises ‘new era’ for country after defeating far-right Viktor Orbán
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 Nige and Zia set out plan to send ‘Boriswave’ traitors to the gulag Farage and sidekick are still sore about how the Tories handled Brexit, although new mates Braverman and Jenrick are forgiven
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 EU relieved to see back of Orbán but Magyar’s Hungary may still present problems Even if migration policy and lukewarm support for Ukraine will raise tensions, Hungary will now be arguing for its own interests rather than Russia’s
International Business Times UK · Apr 13 US Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz: Will There Be Any Country Joining Trump? The US has announced a naval enforcement plan near the Strait of Hormuz, raising global concerns over energy security and alliance unity as key allies, including the UK, opt out of direct involvement.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 Ideology and principles clash in Trump’s Iran war Letters: Lt Col (retd) Rob Symonds and David Flint respond to an article by Nesrine Malik on the motivations driving the conflict between the US and Iran