Italy officially decline World Cup 2026 rescue route – even if Iran withdraw World Cup 2026 will not feature Italy after the government ruled out the Azzurri's participation FourFourTwo · Apr 24
Was It Legal for Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu to Hide His Cancer Diagnosis? Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu disclosed Friday that he underwent treatment for early-stage prostate cancer, revealing a private medical battle he said he kept from the public for two months because Israel was at war with Iran. Latin Times · Apr 24
'Shoot and Kill' Plus: California fails to unmask ICE agents, the illogic of medical-only marijuana rescheduling, driverless cars in D.C., and more... Reason · Apr 24
Boycotting the Correspondents' Dinner Donald Trump is set to attend, but no dinner speech can redeem his abusive treatment of reporters Salon · Apr 24
EU leaders look to little-known mutual assistance pact amid Trump Nato jibes Members to plan how to assist each other in event of attack as transatlantic alliance faces worst crisis in its history The Guardian - UK · Apr 24
Mojtaba Khamenei Reportedly Had His Face Severely Burned And Needs a Prosthetic Leg Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei sustained severe burns and is awaiting a prosthetic leg after being badly injured in the February 28 strike that began the war between the country, the U.S. and Israel, according to a new report. International Business Times · Apr 24
Hegseth lashes out at Europe telling countries to ‘get in a boat’ and help in Iran war IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 24
Italy 'Offended' as Trump Envoy Paolo Zampolli Suggests It Replace Iran at 2026 FIFA World Cup Italy has rejected a proposal to replace Iran at the 2026 World Cup, calling it inappropriate and offensive amid rising political tensions. International Business Times UK · Apr 24
UK position on Falklands will not change, No 10 says after leaked Pentagon memo Internal email proposes US should reassess support for UK claim to islands because of lack of support for Iran war The Guardian - UK · Apr 24
Donald Trump Quietly Oversees Record-Breaking 58 Bombing Strikes In Somalia Amid Public Focus On Iran War The Trump administration has conducted 58 airstrikes in Somalia in 2026 targeting al-Shabaab and ISIS-Somalia, potentially a record, raising concerns over civilian impact and strategy. International Business Times UK · Apr 24
Hegseth says Iran war is Trump’s ‘gift to the world’ as he berates Europe and Asia for ‘freeriding’ Defense secretary echoes President Donald Trump’s complaints about U.S. allies’ reluctance to be dragged into war The Independent UK · Apr 24
Pentagon Reportedly Considering Suspending Spain From NATO Due To Frustration Over Iran War The Pentagon is considering a range of options to show its discontent to NATO over what it claims is its lack of aid during the Iran war, according to a new report. International Business Times · Apr 24
Trump's surge in oil exports during Iran war will hit a ceiling Infrastructure limits are likely to put a hard limit on how much more oil the U.S. can export. Axios · Apr 24
The Conversation · Apr 24 ‘Just war’ has guided Catholic thinking on conflict for centuries – including criticism of Iran war Since the beginning of the Iran war, Pope Leo XIV has frequently called for peace, cautioning that the “delusion of omnipotence” makes military force seem preferable to diplomacy. Although U.S. Vice President JD Vance, a Catholic, criticized some of the pope’s comments, a growing choir of Catholic voices has criticized…
The Conversation · Apr 24 Meloni and Trump’s cooling relationship marks the failure of an EU-MAGA middle ground As recently as October 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump was heaping praise on Giorgia Meloni, telling the Italian prime minister how “beautiful” she was.
Evening Standard · Apr 24 Bank of England set to hold interest rates despite Iran war pushing up inflation Economists have however suggested that continued inflationary pressure could lead to a rate hike in the summer.
We Got This Covered · Apr 24 Donald Trump pushing FIFA World Cup to betray its values and hit a brand new low Who is surprised?
Sports Illustrated · Apr 24 Italy to Replace Iran? How President Trump Ally Sparked 2026 World Cup Chaos Speculation of a dramatic change in the World Cup lineup has provoked a global backlash.
International Business Times UK · Apr 24 Donald Trump Admits He 'Took A Break' From The Iran War After Being Grilled Over Failed Six-Week Victory Timeline President Trump admits to a 'break' in the Iran conflict, extending beyond the initial timeline, sparking controversy over strategic planning and military decisions.
The Independent UK · Apr 24 Netanyahu reveals he was treated for prostate cancer but held back publicising diagnosis due to Iran war Israeli PM said he has recovered and in good health after being diagnosed with early-stage cancer
The Guardian - UK · Apr 24 First Thing: Microsoft and Meta cut thousands of staff as they bet big on AI Meta to lay off 10% of its staff and Microsoft to offer retirement to 7% of US workforce. Plus, Iron Maiden at 50
Euronews · Apr 24 Kuwait reopens airspace for the first time since the outbreak of the Iran war Flag carrier Kuwait Airways and low-cost airline Jazeera Airways will resume flights on Sunday 26 April.
International Business Times UK · Apr 24 'He Lied to the Entire Country:' QAnon Shaman Turns on Trump Years After Becoming the Face of the 2021 Capitol Riot The QAnon Shaman' has turned on President Trump in a recent interview with the Daily News. This comes as former staunch supporters are turning away from him over the Iran war and the Epstein files.
Evening Standard · Apr 24 'Back off you bully': Falkland Islanders and veterans send Trump message over Argentine claim support Argentina calls for talks with the UK over the Falkland Islands amid reports the US could review its position on the South Atlantic territory