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Ethiopian Orthodox Christians in Washington mark Easter with prayer, joyful family celebrations

Dressed head to toe in white, hundreds of Ethiopian Orthodox Christians packed tightly into Washington, D.C.’s DSK Mariam Church to sing hymns in the ancient language Ge’ez, to pray, and to stand vigil as their Easter Sunday unfolded

The Independent UK

'Inches away from deal': Iran on why US peace talks in Islamabad failed

Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi has said Tehran was “inches away” from sealing an agreement with Washington during high-level ceasefire negotiations held in Islamabad, before what he described as US “maximalism” caused the talks to collapse.

The Times of India

Trump orders blockade of Hormuz Strait after Iran talks fail to reach deal

President Donald Trump has ordered the US navy to blockade the Strait of Hormuz after peace talks with Iran failed in Islamabad. The Lebanese prime minister, meanwhile, said he was working to stop the Israel-Hezbollah war, ahead of talks in Washington on Tuesday.

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Trump Threatens to Blow Iranian Forces 'to Hell' as Naval Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Takes Effect

Trump orders an immediate US Navy blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks in Pakistan collapse, threatening to blow any Iranian forces 'to hell.'

International Business Times UK

Washington woman’s sister with special needs robs their parents, goes to Nashville, and then on her return flight gets kicked off

TikTok user @lauren.mcgee12 from Washington is sharing a funny story about her special needs sister that’s making people laugh on the platform. Here’s what happened: just four days ago, Lauren posted a video on her TikTok where she recounts the time her sister took a large amount of money from…

The Mary Sue

How are China and Iran cornering US without firing a shot amid tensions in Gulf

China and Iran are increasingly using global supply chains and strategic chokepoints to counter the United States, reshaping economic warfare and exposing Washington’s vulnerabilities, according to a report by The Washington Post that examines how, when, where, why and how these tactics are playing out in today’s shifting geopolitical landscape.

The Times of India

Trump Threatened to Cut Off Spain — Its PM Flew Straight to Beijing and Signed Deals With Xi Jinping

In a strategic pivot, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez strengthens ties with China, signing cooperation agreements amid tensions with the U.S.

International Business Times UK

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Trump Unveiled Plans for a 250ft Washington Arch — When Asked Who It Was For, He Said 'Me'

Donald Trump unveils a 250-foot triumphal arch for Washington, D.C., sparking legal challenges, funding questions, and criticism over a monument built in his own image.

International Business Times UK

Task for the week: limit the fallout from biggest oil shock in decades

As World Bank and IMF chiefs gather in Washington, the Iran war is driving up energy prices, fuelling inflation and testing voters’ patience

The Guardian - UK

Iran-US talks fail to reach deal in Islamabad on ending Middle East war

Iran and the United States failed to reach an agreement to end the war in the Middle East, US Vice President JD Vance said Sunday after marathon talks in Islamabad, adding that he was leaving after giving Tehran the "final and best offer".

Radio France Internationale

How Iran-US mediation in Pakistan collapsed amid questions over China’s silent influence

Iran-US negotiations in Islamabad concluded without a breakthrough, revealing deep strategic divides and jeopardizing a fragile ceasefire. Despite Pakistan's mediation, disagreements over Iran's nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz led to a stalemate, with both sides blaming each other for the failure.

The Times of India

Iran-US war latest: Trump ‘considering airstrikes’ as Strait of Hormuz blockade to begin from today

Blockade by American warships of Strait of Hormuz to come into force at 3pm London time on Monday

The Independent UK

The art of no deal: Nuclear mistrust sinks Vance Mission

High-stakes diplomatic talks between U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance and Iran in Pakistan concluded without an agreement, deepening uncertainty over a Gulf ceasefire. Vance acknowledged the failure, stating Iran rejected Washington's "final and best offer," while Iran cited U.S. unwillingness to recognize its "legitimate rights and interests."

The Times of India

'Unlawful requests': Iran hits out at US after Islamabad talks fail, cites ‘breach of promises’

High-stakes talks between Iran and the US in Islamabad concluded without an agreement, with Tehran accusing Washington of "breaches of promise" and "excessive demands." Key issues like the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program remained unresolved. Despite the setback, Iran indicated potential for future negotiations, thanking Pakistan for its…

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What led to Iran-US ceasefire talks collapse after 21-hour marathon in Islamabad

High-stakes US-Iran talks in Islamabad concluded without a ceasefire or broader diplomatic framework after 21 hours. Key differences, particularly Iran's nuclear program, remain unresolved. Despite the setback, both nations signaled a willingness to continue discussions, with Iran urging the US to drop 'excessive demands' and recognize its rights.

The Guardian - US

Washington officials say 21 dead canines that washed ashore were foxes, solving local mystery

Animals were used legally as fishing bait, sheriff’s office confirms after incident shook locals in Guemes Island

TechRadar

'A self-inflicted hit': Washington state just rolled back sales tax exemptions for AI data centers worth hundreds of millions

Washington narrowed a key data center tax break, reflecting broader tensions as states reconsider incentives amid industry resistance and rising public concerns.

The Times of India

3 Iranian nationals with ties to Tehran regime have green cards revoked, now in ICE custody

Three Iranian nationals with alleged links to Tehran’s political body have had their green cards revoked and are now in ICE custody, marking the latest in a series of actions by Washington targeting individuals tied to the Iranian regime.

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The Times of India

US-Iran truce negotiations: Trump threatens fire and fury as Vance talks peace in Pakistan

TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump bluntly threatened to resume the destruction of Iran if its leaders did not come to a negotiated settlement, even as his vice-president JD Vance began talks with an Iranian team primed by an obdurate Tehran which is refusing to fold and wants…

Radio France Internationale

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.

International Business Times

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

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 Times of India

'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”.…

The Times of India

US-Iran direct talks in Pakistan mark first since 1979: What’s at stake

High-level talks are underway in Pakistan between US and Iranian delegations. The discussions aim to secure a ceasefire and find a path to lasting peace. Key points on the agenda include the situation in Lebanon, control of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and sanctions relief. Troop withdrawal from…

The Times of India

Watch: Iranian delegation arrives in Islamabad for high-stakes talks with US amid fragile ceasefire

A high-level Iranian delegation arrived in Islamabad for crucial peace talks with the US, aiming to stabilize a fragile Middle East ceasefire. Iran has set preconditions, including asset release and a Lebanon ceasefire, while expressing distrust of Washington. The US warns against "bad faith" negotiations, seeking to reopen the Strait…

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