Iraq elects Kurdish politician Nizar Amidi as president amid war fallout Iraq’s parliament has elected Nizar Amidi as president, five months after elections failed to produce a decisive majority The Independent UK · Apr 11
‘We feel this incredible tension at all times’: what happened to small-town USA when extremists moved in In his new book, Michael Edison Hayden captures the bitter saga between the founders of far-right publication VDare and the residents of a West Virginia town The Guardian - US · Apr 11
Candace Owens hits back over Trump’s post attacking former MAGA figures: ‘Only a fool could have thought to hit send’ “Only a fool or someone under the express direction of one could have thought to hit send on what you published on Truth Social last night,” Owens said on the latest episode of her show The Independent UK · Apr 11
‘Nato is in America’s interests’: British PM Keir Starmer defends alliance after US withdrawal threat Responding to Trump's withdrawal threats, Starmer emphasised NATO's mutual security benefits and the need to strengthen it. Discussions also covered the fragile Iran conflict and restoring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The Times of India · Apr 11
Is Operation Epic Fury Illegal? Legal Experts Warn Donald Trump Could Face War Crime Violations Donald Trump's recent threats to target civilian infrastructure in Iran have sparked legal concerns, with experts warning of potential breaches of international law. International Business Times UK · Apr 11
Afroman Mocks Cops' 'Fake Tears' After Comparing Raid to Diddy, Suggests Court Testimony Is Phony Rapper Afroman accuses Ohio deputies of using 'bully' tactics during a 2022 raid on his home, likening it to high-profile raids on Diddy's properties. International Business Times UK · Apr 11
Is Iran unable to locate its mines in the Strait of Hormuz? The New York Times reports, citing officials, that Iran may not have accurate records of the locations of all the mines it has laid. Reports suggest that the planting was carried out in a random and disorganised. Euronews · Apr 11
Trump reportedly says he’ll issue mass pardons at end of his presidential term President already has issued sweeping pardons throughout second term, including for 1,500 US Capital riot defendants The Guardian - US · Apr 11
We asked a US Army veteran and an Iran expert to dissect Trump’s war The US-Israeli war against Iran has entered its sixth week. The Independent UK · Apr 11
Hungary elections live: Orban fights to remain in power as polls open in key test for Europe Orban’s failing election campaign has been backed by US president Donald Trump and vice president JD Vance The Independent UK · Apr 11
Why the Nato alliance is not as likely to dissolve as Trump makes it seem Trump has upped the stridency and threatening nature of his complaints, but the US and Europe need each other The Guardian - US · Apr 11
UK puts Chagos sovereignty plan on hold following opposition from Trump The UK has paused plans to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, throwing the future of a long-negotiated deal into uncertainty as London seeks backing from Washington. Radio France Internationale · Apr 11
JD Vance arrives in Pakistan for Iran peace talks amid fragile ceasefire JD Vance has arrived in Pakistan to lead critical peace talks with Iranian officials as they aim to stabilise a fragile ceasefire agreement Evening Standard · Apr 11
‘Praise be to Allah’: Trump goes on social media spree as peace talks with Iran begin in Pakistan Amidst US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan following a ceasefire, President Trump claimed the US is clearing the Strait of Hormuz and asserted Iran is losing its war. He also boasted about US oil reserves and vowed to prevent fertilizer price gouging, stating American farmers have his support. The Times of India · Apr 11
International Business Times UK · Apr 11 Trump Has Wiped £1.5B in Victim Repayments With Pardons; Now He's Promising More to His Own Staff Donald Trump faces scrutiny after wiping out $1.9 billion in court-ordered payments and reportedly considering sweeping pardons for allies and staff.
International Business Times UK · Apr 11 JD Vance And Jared Kushner Reportedly Clashing On What To Demand From Iran Peace Talks JD Vance and Jared Kushner are reportedly split over US demands in Iran peace talks, with disagreement over uranium enrichment policy ahead of renewed negotiations.
The Independent UK · Apr 11 Trump claims military has begun ‘clearing’ Straits of Hormuz in early morning Truth Social rant The president claimed Saturday morning that U.S. forces were beginning the process of ‘clearing out’ the Strait of Hormuz
International Business Times UK · Apr 11 Kristi Noem Banned Trans Healthcare; Audio Now Allegedly Shows Her Husband Telling His Dominatrix 'I Want to Be a Woman So Bad' Bryon Noem, husband of former DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, is embroiled in a scandal after his alleged confessions to a dominatrix about wanting to transition to a woman.
International Business Times · Apr 11 U.S.-Iran Discussions Begin In Pakistan As Official Says Washington Has Not Agreed To Tehran's 'Red Lines' Discussions between the U.S. and Iran have begun in Pakistan on Saturday, officials told press in Islamabad.
The Conversation · Apr 11 4 ways the war in Iran has weakened the United States in the great power game “Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.”
The Guardian - UK · Apr 11 Tories would reinstate two-child benefit cap to fund defence, says Badenoch Conservative leader promises biggest peacetime rearmament effort in UK history if her party is re-elected
The Times of India · Apr 11 From sceptic to negotiator: JD Vance leads US-Iran talks- why Trump chose him US Vice President JD Vance is now leading critical talks with Iran. This assignment comes with significant political and diplomatic risks. Vance himself stated he pushed for involvement, believing he could make a difference. Despite differing views on nuclear enrichment, the US and Iran are engaged in these crucial discussions.
Axios · Apr 11 Iran war tips Trump-Pope tension over the edge It's one of the sharpest public divides between a pope and a U.S. president in decades.
The Guardian - US · Apr 11 What on Earth is Melania Trump thinking? The first lady has put the Barbra Streisand effect in overdrive with a PR nightmare of her own making
The Times of India · Apr 11 'I'm fed up': Why mild annoyance at Donald Trump might not help Keir Starmer politically Trump has treated the UK the way he has treated Europe, NATO and anyone else he thinks is not carrying its water. Starmer, in contrast, has tried to draw a line. He has said Britain will not repeat the “mistakes of Iraq” and will act only on a “lawful basis”.…