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Strains Quickly Emerge on First Day of U.S.-Iran Talks

Published on: 15 min 41 sec ago.

Iranian negotiators insisted on an end to the war in Lebanon as a condition. And President Trump renewed threats, even as Vice President JD Vance hailed progress.

Mideast Live Updates: Strains Quickly Emerge on First Day of U.S.-Iran Talks

Published on: 1 hour 18 min ago.

Iranian negotiators insisted on an end to the war in Lebanon as a condition for further talks, state media reported. And President Trump renewed threats against Iran, even as Vice President JD Vance was hailing progress.

Uncertainty Remains Over the Strait of Hormuz

Published on: 1 hour 18 min ago.

The United States and Iranian militaries have offered conflicting accounts over whether the crucial waterway is open.

Parisians cool off in canal amid 'red alert' heatwave

Published on: 1 hour 57 min ago.

France has issued red heatwave alerts for around half the country as temperatures soar to record levels.

As Vance Offers Iran ‘Outstretched Hand’ in Talks, Trump Threatens Bombing

Published on: 2 hours 8 min ago.

The administration’s split message came as the United States and Iran began a new round of nuclear negotiations in Switzerland.

EXCLUSIVE: Meet the man Israel chose to be its first-ever ambassador to the Christian world

Published on: 2 hours 43 min ago.

Ambassador George Deek explains the mission behind his new role as special envoy to the Christian world and Israel's efforts to strengthen the Judeo-Christian bond.

U.S. and Iran Have Plenty to Negotiate Beyond Nuclear Issues

Published on: 3 hours 15 min ago.

Both sides have committed to discussing sanctions relief and the shape of a reconstruction fund, as well as Iran’s nuclear program.

Israel Directs Its Military to Limit Its Actions in Lebanon, but Tensions Persist

Published on: 3 hours 16 min ago.

It was not clear whether the new directive would resolve the friction that led to deadly clashes on Friday and Saturday and threatened to derail a preliminary U.S.-Iran peace deal.

Netanyahu faces one of the biggest challenges of his career.

Published on: 3 hours 43 min ago.

In a ‘plot twist’, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to be heading into an election this fall without his main prop: President Trump.

Half of France under red heat alert as alcohol banned at street music festival

Published on: 3 hours 51 min ago.

Temperatures are forecast to peak on Monday, and authorities warn they could match historic highs.

Nobel Peace Prize winner triumphs at Ethiopian polls but fears grow of new conflict

Published on: 4 hours 11 min ago.

Abiy Ahmed's party retains its huge majority despite unrest in several parts of Ethiopia and tensions with its neighbours.

Mideast Live Updates: New Round of U.S.-Iran Talks Underway in Switzerland

Published on: 4 hours 17 min ago.

An American delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, was meeting with Iranian negotiators. The conflict in Lebanon is complicating efforts to reach a broader peace and keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland

Published on: 4 hours 32 min ago.

The face-to-face meeting follows ongoing fighting in Lebanon and Iran's claim to have shut the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump says UK's Starmer will resign, wishes him well amid reports of PM's political future

Published on: 4 hours 40 min ago.

New Round of U.S.-Iran Talks Is Underway in Switzerland

Published on: 4 hours 46 min ago.

An American delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, was attending the talks along with Iranian negotiators.

New Round of U.S.-Iran Talks Is Set to Start in Switzerland

Published on: 5 hours 47 min ago.

Vice President JD Vance was expected to meet with Iranian negotiators on Sunday. Pakistan, an intermediary in the talks, said it was sending a delegation.

Low-key funeral held for giant of the art world David Hockney

Published on: 6 hours 4 min ago.

The artist, who passed away at his home in London earlier this month, requested just his partner and great-nephew attend.

Mideast Live Updates: New Round of U.S.-Iran Talks Begins in Switzerland

Published on: 6 hours 17 min ago.

An American delegation, led by Vice President JD Vance, was attending the talks along with Iranian negotiators. The conflict in Lebanon is complicating efforts to reach a broader peace and keep the Strait of Hormuz open.

Three Men Are Key to Iran’s Approach to U.S. Talks

Published on: 6 hours 50 min ago.

Iran’s supreme leader, foreign minister and parliament speaker all play central roles in hammering out an agreement with Washington.

Bitter Historical Feud Threatens Ukraine-Poland Alliance

Published on: 6 hours 51 min ago.

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine signed a decree honoring World War II partisan fighters that has inflamed tensions with Warsaw.

Keir Starmer Reflects on ‘Political Challenges’ as Pressure to Resign Mounts

Published on: 6 hours 59 min ago.

An ally of Keir Starmer’s told the BBC on Sunday that Mr. Starmer was “taking the time to think through what the political realities are today compared to last week.”

Israel directs its military to limit its actions in Lebanon, though tensions persist.

Published on: 7 hours 53 min ago.

Indian cricketer, 15, hits record-breaking 50 in just 11 balls

Published on: 8 hours 2 min ago.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks the record for the fastest 50-over List A half-century in history on the same day he was not included in India's one-day international squad.

Tight security as Indian students resit medical exam after alleged paper leak

Published on: 8 hours 6 min ago.

Millions of candidates face biometric checks and frisking as air force deployed to secure exam papers.

Fuel sales halted in occupied Crimea as Ukraine targets oil facilities

Published on: 8 hours 18 min ago.

Fuel had already been rationed due to shortages caused by Kyiv's attacks against supply routes in Russian-occupied territories.

Trump-backed 'El Tigre' looks to crush cartels, end Colombia's socialist era in pivotal election

Published on: 9 hours 12 min ago.

Abelardo de la Espriella, known as El Tigre, rides voter frustration over crime and cartels in Colombia's high-stakes presidential runoff election.

Iran Nuclear Talks Expected to Hinge on These 4 Questions

Published on: 9 hours 16 min ago.

Tehran insists that its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes. The Trump administration is demanding assurances that Iran cannot secretly develop a weapon.

A Glamorous Swiss Resort Hosts Officials for U.S.-Iran Talks

Published on: 9 hours 38 min ago.

The Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne has hosted some of the world’s wealthiest and most powerful people for more than 100 years.

Neither the War Nor Trump’s Deal Terminated the Main Threats in Iran, Analysts Say

Published on: 10 hours 11 min ago.

Neither the war nor the agreement terminated the main threats emanating from Iran, many analysts said.

While the World Scrambles for Oil, China Sits on Full Tanks

Published on: 10 hours 11 min ago.

The possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz may not prompt China to return quickly to prewar levels of oil purchases from the Persian Gulf.