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As the 60-day deadline set by the War Powers Resolution approaches for the US-Iran conflict, President Trump asserts he does not need congressional authorization to continue military operations, while lawmakers explore legal challenges. The deadline, which falls on May 1, has sparked debate over the limits of presidential war powers and the role of Congress.
The U.S. Senate has again rejected a Democratic-led war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's military actions against Iran, with three Republicans crossing party lines to support the measure. The vote comes as the administration argues the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Act is paused due to a ceasefire, a claim disputed by critics.
A Pentagon official declined to comment on potential changes to U.S. forces in South Korea but stressed Washington's 'unwavering' defense commitment, as Seoul said no discussions are underway on reducing the 28,500-strong USFK. The remarks follow President Trump's announcement that the U.S. is weighing a troop reduction in Germany.
Israeli naval forces intercepted at least 22 vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters near Crete, detaining scores of activists seeking to deliver aid to Gaza. Most were later transferred to Greek authorities on the island, while two remain in Israeli custody. Organisers called the action unlawful piracy; Israel described the flotilla as a provocation.
British front pages lead with the stabbing of two Jewish men in London's Golders Green neighbourhood, described as 'sickening' and 'an attack on Britain itself.' Coverage also includes King Charles's speech to the US Congress, a reported US-German feud, and The New York Times' investigation into hybrid warfare against Jewish targets.
President Donald Trump announced the US is reviewing a possible reduction of troops in Germany, days after Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized Washington's approach to Iran. The US maintains more than 36,000 active-duty troops in Germany, its largest contingent in Europe.
Eurozone inflation climbed to 3% in April, driven by a 10.9% surge in energy prices linked to the Iran war, while growth slowed to 0.1%. Germany's inflation rose to 2.9%, with Chancellor Friedrich Merz urging economic renewal amid structural challenges.
Russian state media report that Moscow and Washington see possible common ground on Ukraine after a Putin-Trump call, with Russia ready to declare a Victory Day ceasefire. Elsewhere, global gold demand hit a 13-year high in Q1 2026, the UAE plans to leave OPEC+, and Poland releases a Russian researcher in a deal with Belarus.
In a deeply distressing incident in eastern India, a man carried his sister's skeletal remains to a bank branch after being repeatedly refused access to her savings without a death certificate. The bank says it only demanded legally required documents, and the state government has launched an investigation. The episode has sparked nationwide outrage and highlighted the bureaucratic hurdles faced by rural families in India.
Volkswagen reported a 28.4% drop in first-quarter net profit as trade barriers, geopolitical tensions, and weak demand in China and the U.S. weighed on sales. Meanwhile, Germany's economy grew by 0.3% in the first quarter, beating expectations despite rising energy costs. The carmaker says it will intensify savings efforts and overhaul its business model.
At the 11th NPT Review Conference, Russian diplomat Andrey Belousov warned that Western states, including the UK and France, are considering transferring nuclear weapons components to Ukraine, a move he says would undermine the treaty. Russia also rejected allegations of its own potential use of nuclear weapons in Ukraine and reaffirmed its openness to disarmament discussions.
Ghana has pulled out of talks on a proposed US health aid package worth $109 million over five years, with officials reportedly objecting to US demands for access to citizens' personal data. The deal, part of Washington's shift to bilateral agreements, would have required Ghana to share control over health data and decisions, raising legal concerns. Similar agreements in Kenya and Nigeria were offered significantly more funding, and Zimbabwe and Zambia have also rejected comparable proposals.
South Korea's Hanwha Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding with Canada's Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association to establish a joint venture for producing military vehicles, conditional on Hanwha Ocean winning Canada's submarine project. The CPSP, valued at $40.6 billion, pits Hanwha against Germany's Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems. A separate MOU with Alberta's government aims to boost economic ties in defense, energy, and shipbuilding.
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran to 'get smart soon' and capitulate on nuclear talks, as the US naval blockade continues to pressure Tehran's economy. Reports indicate Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and oil prices have soared amid the impasse.
World Boxing has confirmed that athletes from Russia and Belarus will compete as Individual Neutral Athletes in its events, without national flags, anthems, or uniforms and subject to a vetting process. The rules, approved by the executive board in April 2026, take effect immediately and follow the IOC's approach.
According to reports from The Economist and Financial Times, the impending departure of Hungary's Viktor Orban has revealed deeper European doubts about Ukraine's EU accession. France and Germany are reportedly reluctant to offer fast-track membership, with Germany proposing an associate status instead. Meanwhile, Ukraine's NATO prospects seem effectively dead, as both former President Biden and current President Trump have opposed the idea.
Average US gasoline prices have climbed to multi-year highs above $4 a gallon, with reports citing figures from $4.18 to $4.48 nationally and over $6 in California, as Brent crude exceeds $100 a barrel. Outlets link the rises to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz amid the US-Israel conflict with Iran and related naval measures. Officials and analysts offer differing assessments of the economic impact and underlying causes.
Chinese experts say the US-Israeli military operation against Iran has prompted strong opposition worldwide and left Washington in a strategic stalemate. Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz to US-allied shipping while granting passage to friendly nations, and Germany has called for a diplomatic solution.
Russia marked the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany with a military parade on Moscow's Red Square, but no military equipment was displayed due to the ongoing war in Ukraine. President Vladimir Putin attended, and a two-day ceasefire with Ukraine was declared for the May 9 celebrations.
Paris Saint-Germain defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal, setting a new record for the highest-scoring match at this stage of the competition. The holders now hold a narrow advantage ahead of the return leg in Munich, where a 1-1 draw confirmed their place in the final.