Amit Shah signals a tough stance to prevent a repeat of 2021 violence in West Bengal. Central forces will stay for two months as the state prepares for election results on May 4.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran will play in the 2026 World Cup in the U.S. despite tensions. Requests to move matches to Mexico or replace Iran with Italy were rejected.
The White House declares the Iran war over to avoid a 60-day congressional deadline, despite an ongoing naval blockade and high regional tension following the April 7 ceasefire.
The U.S. has spent $25 billion on military operations against Iran since Feb 28. Defense officials say munitions are the primary expense as "Operation Epic Fury" continues without a set end date.
