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Trump wants to extend Iran ceasefire, until negotiations conclude

The US president also wrote on Truth Social that the blockade of Iranian ports will continue until Tehran presents a "unified proposal".

Euronews · Apr 21

‘Then lots of bombs start going off’: Donald Trump explains what will happen when US-Iran ceasefire expires

US President Trump has warned of a significant escalation in the Iran conflict, stating "lots of bombs start going off" if a peace deal isn't reached before the current ceasefire expires. While a US delegation prepares for talks, Iran's participation remains uncertain, with Tehran resisting negotiations under pressure. Washington's core…

The Times of India · Apr 21

Fired former UK official says he felt political pressure to approve Mandelson as US ambassador

The ex-civil servant behind the decision to approve Peter Mandelson’s appointment as British ambassador to Washington says he felt political pressure to rush through the appointment despite security concerns

The Independent UK · Apr 21

Justice Department files complaint against Washington and its sewage authority for massive spill

The Justice Department has filed a complaint against Washington, D.C., and its water authority for a massive sewage leak into the Potomac River

The Independent UK · Apr 20

US seizes Iranian ship but both sides say Pakistan talks on

TOI Correspondent from Washington: Despite mixed signals, especially over the seizure of an Iranian cargo ship by the US as part of its blockade of the Hormuz, both sides indicated they were planning to send negotiators to peace talks in Pakistan this week. Quoting officials, the NYT reported that US…

The Times of India · Apr 20

'Kash Patel does not drink to excess': 19-page lawsuit against Atlantic for $250 million details why FBI director 'freaked out'

The 19-page lawsuit that FBI director Kash Patel filed against the Atlantic and its journalist Sarah Fitzpatrick, over their article on Patel's drinking problem, which it said is a cause of concern for the administration, claimed that Kash Patel does not drink to excess. "Director Patel does not drink to…

The Times of India · Apr 20

Full timeline of how Mandelson appointment scandal unfolded as Starmer claims he did not ‘mislead’ MPs

The disclosures have sparked fresh questions about who knew what, and when, regarding the peer’s controversial Washington posting and its fallout

The Independent UK · Apr 20

Zara staff in Washington State chase suspected shoplifter. Cops only find evidence of racism

"We deal with them all the time," cops said.

We Got This Covered · Apr 20

Trump Won't Be Rushed in Ending the Iran War; POTUS Hits Politicians Rushing the Deal for 'Helping the Other Side'

Trump resists ending Iran conflict, citing strategic gains and rejecting political pressure, as Congress debates legality and duration, intensifying tensions over war's course.

International Business Times UK · Apr 20

Sheinbaum Warns of Sanctions After 2 U.S. Officials Die in Chihuahua, Says "There Is No Permission" for U.S. Operations

The deaths of two U.S. officials in Chihuahua have triggered more than a diplomatic response from Mexico. They have forced President Claudia Sheinbaum to publicly acknowledge a deeper concern: local authorities may be coordinating with Washington without federal oversight.

Latin Times · Apr 20