The JD Vance effect on Hungarian voters Brief letters: From buddy to pest | Veeping Farage | Péter Magyar | A card to treasure | Grandchildren joy | Around the moon The Guardian - UK · Apr 13
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán Defeated—Election May Shake Trump's Policies, Russia-Ukraine War Plans Explore the implications of Viktor Orbán's defeat in Hungary, its impact on international alliances, and the shifting political dynamics in Europe. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
No endgame? How Iran war is testing Trump's strategy The Islamabad peace talks have collapsed, dashing hopes of a near-term end to the Iran war. Buoyed, no doubt, by January’s near-flawless operation in Venezuela that resulted in the capture of Nicolás Maduro, Donald Trump authorised Operation Epic Fury, launching joint strikes with Israel on Iran on February 28 —… The Times of India · Apr 13
Internet Wonders If JD Vance Is Cursed After the Pope Died, Iran Walked, and Orban Lost Following His Visits JD Vance is dubbed 'cursed' online after a string of high-profile setbacks — from a papal visit to failed talks and a lost election. International Business Times UK · Apr 13
What does Péter Magyar’s win in Hungary mean for the EU and Ukraine? Tisza leader has promised to repair his country’s ties with Brussels after years of strained relations The Guardian - UK · Apr 13
Trump Reportedly Considering Striking Iran Again To Force Tehran To Resume Negotiations In Better Terms President Donald Trump is considering ordering limited strikes in Iran to force the country to go back to the negotiating table in better conditions for the United States, according to a new report. International Business Times · Apr 13
‘The 25th Amendment was written with Donald Trumps in mind,’ ex-CIA director says John Brennan joins calls for president’s removal and says: ‘We really are in very, very troubling times’ The Independent UK · Apr 13
U.S. Cardinals Reveal the Real Reason Why The Pope Rejected Trump's Invitation to Join the United States 250th Birthday Celebrations Pope Leo XIV's decision to turn down the Trump administration's invitation to join the United States' 250th birthday celebrations appears to have been about far more than scheduling. It was, at least in the telling of the cardinals closest to him, a statement about priorities, symbolism, and the people he… Latin Times · Apr 13
"The door is not closed": Mediators rush to revive U.S.-Iran talks "Both sides are bargaining. It's a bazaar." Axios · Apr 13
Donald Trump Post a Religious Style Image of Himself as God After Attacking the Pope Twice Donald Trump deepened his already fraught clash with Pope Leo XIV late Sunday by posting a striking, religiously charged image of himself with glowing hands over a man in a hospital bed, surrounded by soldiers, a nurse, angels, fighter jets and an enormous American flag. The image, was shared after… Latin Times · Apr 13
Stocks Set to Open Lower as Oil Prices Top $100 After U.S.-Iran Talks Collapse, Big Bank Earnings Awaited June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are down -0.62%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are down -0.64% this morning, pointing to a lower open on Wall Street as oil prices jumped back above $100 a barrel after President Trump ordered a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following… Barchart · Apr 13
Trump slams ‘weak’ Pope, indicates he would do a better job as leader of Catholic Church Time to pick a side Catholics! Your Pope or the President. We Got This Covered · Apr 13
US to blockade Iranian ports, risking wider war over Strait of Hormuz US‑Iran talks in Pakistan have collapsed as Trump announced the blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz starting on Monday afternoon, stoking war fears and pushing oil prices sharply higher. Euronews · Apr 13
We Got This Covered · Apr 13 ‘Sorry, WHAT!?’: Piers Morgan completely baffled by Donald Trump’s Hormuz blockade The never-ending tantrum cycle of Hormuz.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 13 Viktor Orbán is gone. What does his fall mean for Europe? Our panel responds Hungary’s return to democracy will be hard. But the impact of Péter Magyar’s decisive victory could be profound, inside the country and beyond
The Independent UK · Apr 13 JD Vance mocked over weekend of failures in Iran and Hungary: ‘On a historic roll’ Vice president saw 21 hours of peace talks with Tehran end without agreement and then Viktor Orban driven from power in Budapest, days after receiving his personal endorsement
International Business Times UK · Apr 13 Who Is Joe Kent? His Role Explained as Islamabad Talks Collapse Over 'Zero-Enrichment' Dispute, Raising Ceasefire Fears Former US officer Joe Kent linked Islamabad talks collapse to a zero-enrichment dispute, sparking ceasefire alarm and regional tension concerns
The Conversation · Apr 13 What Viktor Orbán’s election loss means for Putin, Trump and the rise of right-wing populism Hungary’s most consequential election in decades has just delivered an important victory for democracy and accountability.
The Independent UK · Apr 13 Hungary elections live: Merz says Orban’s defeat shows European democracy is ‘resistant to Russian propaganda’ German chancellor said result showed Europe was not on an ‘inevitable path’ to authoritarian rule
The Guardian - US · Apr 13 Trump news at a glance: president renews threat to Iranian power plants and bridges after talks fail Donald Trump has said the US will begin blockading the strait of Hormuz in an attempt to take control of the strategic waterway. Key US politics stories from Sunday 12 April at a glance
We Got This Covered · Apr 13 JD Vance returns home from Iran talks without a deal. Now what? Are we going back to war? This has all the makings of another "forever war" in the Middle East.
International Business Times UK · Apr 13 Trump Tells UFC Star 'You Look So Good' — While Iran Peace Talks Implode in Pakistan President Trump attended a UFC event in Miami, drawing attention away from critical nuclear negotiations with Iran. The contrast highlights global security concerns.
International Business Times UK · Apr 13 5 Photos of Peter Magyar: Hungary's Newly Elected PM's Personal Life Unveiled After Viktor Orban Concedes Discover the journey of Peter Magyar, Hungary's new Prime Minister, from his early days in Orban's administration to leading the Tisza Party to victory.
The Independent UK · Apr 12 The Latest: US military warns it will blockade Iranian ports after ceasefire talks end President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy will swiftly begin a blockade of ships entering or leaving the Strait of Hormuz after U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan ended without an agreement