Trump to discuss Iran, Nato and tax during King’s ‘high stakes’ visit IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 25
From Bankruptcy to the Pentagon: How Trump Plans to Militarise Spirit Airlines The Trump administration is considering transforming Spirit Airlines into a military carrier to prevent its collapse, using the Defense Production Act and a $500 million bailout. International Business Times UK · Apr 25
Trump to talk to King about Iran and Nato rift at ‘high stakes’ US state visit The King is facing one of the most important diplomatic challenges of his reign following a major deterioration in UK-US relations The Independent UK · Apr 25
Afghanistan calls on Afghans who helped US in war and are now stuck in Qatar to return home Afghanistan’s foreign ministry says Afghans who helped the U.S. war effort and are stuck in Qatar can safely return home The Independent UK · Apr 25
Iran denies direct US talks as foreign minister arrives in Pakistan IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 25
Why a century-old naval disaster means Trump can’t take the Strait of Hormuz by force COMMENT: As Donald Trump and Iran insist on keeping the Strait of Hormuz firmly closed while a shaky ceasefire persists, John W S Clark looks back at a similar stand-off more than a century ago, which did not end well The Independent UK · Apr 25
‘I saw the backlash coming’: civil rights activist Kimberlé Crenshaw on America and race She coined the term ‘intersectionality’ and helped to develop critical race theory, now her life’s work is under attack by Washington’s war on ‘woke’. As her memoir is published, the legal scholar explains why she’ll never stop speaking truth to power The Guardian - UK · Apr 25
The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran's foreign minister The White House says President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to take part in a new round of talks with Iran The Independent UK · Apr 25
Iran resumes commercial flights from Tehran's international airport Iran has resumed commercial flights from Tehran's international airport for the first time since the conflict with the U.S. and Israel began two months ago The Independent UK · Apr 25
Trump’s bellicose presidency is a 'golden opportunity' for defense firms, and business is booming Record military spending and enormous order backlogs put contractors in the driving seat. Fortune · Apr 25
An anti-press president is coming to a pro-press dinner. What could go wrong? Donald Trump attending the White House correspondents’ dinner could be awkward – and lead to blowback The Guardian - US · Apr 25
Thankless task awaits Charles as soft power of crown meets mercurial Trump Will the president’s reverence for royalty ease transatlantic tensions or will his protocol-smashing predilection prevail? The Guardian - US · Apr 25
Can Europe keep its industrial champions in the AI era? Siemens warned that EU regulations are driving industrial giants toward the US and China. As the "Trump Effect" lures factories away with tax cuts and deregulation, Europe faces a high-stakes choice regarding data rules and the chip dilemma of speed vs. sovereignty. Euronews · Apr 25
Hanged under the cover of war: letters and videos tell stories of Iran’s death row victims Testimony emerges from Babak Alipour, who spent three years on death row before being taken to gallows in March The Guardian - UK · Apr 25
The Times of India · Apr 25 Is Iran running out of options? Secret letter to Mojtaba Khamenei flags strain, cracks in 'resistance' strategy A secret letter from senior Iranian officials warning of economic collapse and urging nuclear negotiations with the US has reportedly exposed deep divisions within Tehran's leadership. Despite public displays of unity and denials of internal strife, the leak has sparked a political firestorm, with legal threats issued against those who…
The Guardian - US · Apr 25 US president cancels envoy trip to Pakistan for ceasefire talks – as it happened This blog is now closed
The Times of India · Apr 25 Netanyahu accuses Hezbollah of 'sabotaging' Lebanon peace push, says Donald Trump putting 'strong pressure' on Iran Israel and Lebanon have extended a three-week ceasefire, with Prime Minister Netanyahu aiming for "historic peace" and crediting US pressure on Iran. Despite the truce, Hezbollah dismisses it as "meaningless" amid ongoing Israeli military actions and retaliatory clashes. This fragile calm persists amidst wider regional tensions, leaving lasting agreement prospects…
The Independent UK · Apr 25 EU considers helping with Mideast energy infrastructure to bypass conflict zones Top European Union officials say the bloc is looking into funding alternative energy infrastructure in the Middle East that would circumvent conflict hot spots like the Strait of Hormuz
The Independent UK · Apr 25 Despite Iran tensions, King Charles III will follow his mother's lead in celebrating US-UK bonds King Charles III embarks on a state visit to the U.S., aiming to strengthen ties between the two nations
The Independent UK · Apr 25 Paramount hosts private dinner with Trump and his top DOJ official while awaiting federal approval to buy CNN: report Such a summit between federal officials and corporate leaders — on the cusp of a titanic transaction — is considered rare
The Independent UK · Apr 25 US military strike on alleged drug boat kills 2 in eastern Pacific The U.S. military says it launched another strike on a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two people Friday
The Times of India · Apr 25 US justice dept closes criminal investigation into Fed chief Jerome Powell, clearing hurdle for Trump nominee Kevin Warsh The Justice Department has closed its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell regarding headquarters renovation cost overruns. This move removes a hurdle for Kevin Warsh's confirmation as Fed chair. The probe's closure allows scrutiny to continue through the Inspector General's office, with potential for criminal investigation restart if warranted.
The Guardian - US · Apr 25 US military kills two more people in strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific Small boat destroyed in video posted on social media as US campaign has killed at least 178 people since September
The Independent UK · Apr 25 Ukrainians thought they had reduced the risks at Chernobyl. Then Russia invaded The two explosions at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant came decades apart
The Independent UK · Apr 25 Miss Indian World pageant winners mark the end of a decades-long tradition It’s the final year of an event that bills itself as the largest powwow in North America, and the winners of the pageant that headlined it for decades are mourning the end of the tradition