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Who controls the Strait of Hormuz?
A US move to block the strait has intensified a broader struggle over who controls access and under what terms.
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Trump doubles down in Pope feud, refuses to apologise
Donald Trump says he won’t apologise after attacking Pope Leo XIV as “WEAK”.
Published On 13 Apr 2026
Is Magyar’s election win the end of the EU’s troubles with Hungary?
Orban’s exit signals potential end to Hungary’s EU isolation and opens door for diplomatic and economic collaboration.
Orban was defeated in Hungary, but Orbanism lives on
Viktor Orban’s stepping stone – the EU’s own illiberal tendencies and militarism – is still very much present.
Flag, anthem restrictions dropped for Russian, Belarusian swimmers
The move signals a further easing of restrictions on athletes from the two countries by sports-governing bodies.
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EU: No peace possible while “Lebanon is in flames”
Von der Leyen warns Hormuz closure and Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten regional stability.
Published On 13 Apr 2026
PM-in-waiting Peter Magyar lays out vision for Hungary after ousting Orban
World watching to see which way Hungary will head once Viktor Orban’s ‘illiberal’ regime ends its 16-year reign.
Barcelona face Atletico Madrid for a place in Champions League semifinal
La Liga leaders Barcelona face Atletico Madrid, hoping to bounce back from their first-leg football defeat at home.
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Hungary’s Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament
Hungary election winner Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament to form his government
Published On 13 Apr 2026
‘Drinking Arsenal tears’: How the Gunners’ stumble sparked a meme frenzy
As a Man City fan’s ‘Arsenal bottle job’ celebration goes viral, football fans take a dig at the London club’s stumble.
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Cement company Lafarge found guilty in Syria terrorism financing case
A French court has found cement company Lafarge guilty of financing armed groups during the Syrian war.
Published On 13 Apr 2026
