President Trump says the Iran ceasefire holds despite a fresh clash in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. warns of harder strikes if a 14-point peace deal isn't signed by Tehran soon.
Three Australian women returned from Syria face serious charges, including crimes against humanity and IS membership, after being arrested by federal police in Melbourne and Sydney.
A newly unveiled memorial in Pyongyang appears to confirm that approximately 2,300 North Korean soldiers have died fighting for Russia in Ukraine, matching South Korean intelligence estimates.
A coalition of 11 political parties has launched a second phase of nationwide programs, demanding the government honor what they call the "people's referendum verdict." The movement includes a major rally in the capital this Saturday, followed by divisional and district-level protests throughout May.
A chaotic night in Munich saw Bayern score twice in the dying minutes to overcome a Kylian Mbappé-led Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Arsenal held their nerve at the Emirates with a gritty 0-0 draw to secure their spot in the final four.
In a significant diplomatic move, President Donald Trump has announced that leaders from Israel and Lebanon will hold direct talks this Thursday. Marking the first such high-level contact in over three decades, the discussions aim to de-escalate tensions and explore a security framework independent of the ongoing conflict with Iran.
A massive fire at the Geelong oil refinery has crippled two gasoline production units, adding pressure to Australia's already strained fuel market. With the facility providing 50% of Victoria's fuel, Energy Minister Chris Bowen warns of heightened supply challenges linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
In a major military escalation, the Trump administration is deploying over 10,000 additional personnel to the Middle East. With the USS George H.W. Bush strike group and Marine Expeditionary Units arriving, Washington is signaling its readiness for military action if ceasefire negotiations fail to produce a new nuclear deal.
