Israel and the US are stepping up plans for fresh military actions against Iran as early as next week, including high-risk commando raids and the potential seizure of Kharg Island.
Pakistan's military warned it will meet any hostile actions with greater force, marking the one-year anniversary of the May 2025 clashes with India sparked by the deadly Pahalgam tourist attack.
President Trump indicated the US might accept a 20-year halt to Iran’s nuclear program. While warning that patience is running out, Trump stressed the need to reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire for another 45 days following a high-level US-mediated summit in Washington. The Pentagon will propose a new border security line by April 29.
China-US health cooperation yields historic success. The joint anti-aging drug SRN-901 extended lifespans by one-third in trials, while partnerships in cancer treatment continue to expand.
