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The US Senate rejected two resolutions by Senator Bernie Sanders to block arms sales to Israel, but the votes revealed growing Democratic opposition to unconditional military aid. Nearly 85% of Senate Democrats backed at least one measure, reflecting a broader shift in public opinion and party sentiment.
Iran’s military has warned it will block exports and imports across the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, and the Red Sea unless the United States lifts its naval blockade, which has halted sea trade with Iranian ports. The threats come amid a fragile ceasefire, with Washington and Tehran signalling possible new talks.
Lebanon's government has called for direct negotiations with Israel, citing hopes for a ceasefire and fears of further escalation with Hezbollah. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the shift, and initial talks were held in Washington under American mediation. Hezbollah strongly opposes the talks, raising tensions within Lebanon's fragile political landscape.
The US is deploying more than 10,000 additional troops to the Middle East before the end of April, according to US officials cited by The Washington Post. The move comes as a two-week ceasefire with Iran is set to expire on April 22, and as Washington continues a naval blockade of Iranian maritime trade.
President Trump says the US-Iran war is 'very close to over,' with peace talks expected to resume in Pakistan after the first high-level negotiations in Islamabad ended without a deal. As the US naval blockade continues, Trump hinted at a possible 'grand bargain' with Tehran, while the IMF warned of a global recession risk and regional tensions persist.
Hamas has rejected a US-led disarmament plan for Gaza, demanding amendments and accusing the lead mediator of pro-Israel bias. The group insists on a full Israeli withdrawal and other guarantees before discussing disarmament, while the US and Israel condition further progress on Hamas giving up its weapons.
Fighting between Israeli forces and Hezbollah has continued despite recent direct talks in Washington, with Israeli strikes killing at least 13 in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah launching rockets into northern Israel. The conflict persists amid a deepening humanitarian crisis and questions over a ceasefire agreement from November 2024.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for extending the US-Iran ceasefire and easing tensions, while also leveling accusations against Israel and suggesting possible military intervention. Reports highlight contradictory signals from Ankara and denials from Israel and the US regarding Lebanon's inclusion in the ceasefire.
Ari Hodara, a Parisian sales engineer, won a Pablo Picasso painting valued at over €1 million with a €100 raffle ticket, benefiting Alzheimer's research. The third '1 Picasso for €100' lottery drew 120,000 tickets worldwide, and the painting, 'Head of a Woman,' was won by Hodara. Reports detail his initial disbelief and the total funds raised for the cause.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Roelf Meyer, a key figure in the talks that ended apartheid, as the country's new ambassador to the United States. The move aims to mend strained ties after the expulsion of his predecessor in 2025, with the US cutting aid and launching a refugee program for white South Africans.
President Donald Trump renewed his attacks on Pope Leo, calling him 'weak' and 'terrible' after the pontiff denounced the US-Israel war on Iran. Trump's remarks came as the US and Iran began face-to-face negotiations in Pakistan and as the pope urged leaders to embrace peace.
Ari Hodara, a 58-year-old software engineer from Paris, won an original Picasso painting worth over €1 million in a charity raffle. The draw raised approximately €11-12 million for Alzheimer's research, with tickets sold worldwide at €100 each.
Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors met face-to-face for the first time in Washington, mediated by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The talks mark a tentative step toward broader negotiations to end the conflict in Lebanon, though officials caution that significant complexities remain.
Israeli strikes across Gaza on Tuesday killed at least six Palestinians, including two children, according to local health officials. The attacks, which targeted a police vehicle in Gaza City and separate incidents in the north, come amid continued tensions under a fragile US-brokered ceasefire. Hamas and Palestinian officials accuse Israel of escalating violations, while Israel says it acted against militants near the armistice line.
US Vice President JD Vance said the US remains committed to negotiations with Iran and believes Tehran is aiming for a deal, despite a breakdown in recent talks in Islamabad. Vance described progress in the talks and outlined President Trump's offer of a 'grand bargain' that would allow Iran to join the world economy in exchange for renouncing nuclear weapons. The fragile two-week ceasefire still holds, but key disagreements over the duration of any nuclear suspension remain unresolved.
South Korean stocks rallied this week on hopes for a second round of U.S.-Iran peace talks, with the KOSPI closing above 6,000 for the first time since the outbreak of the conflict. Gains were driven by diplomatic signals and Wall Street's advance, despite ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Negotiations between the US and Iran continue in Islamabad, with the Strait of Hormuz a key sticking point, while Israel and Lebanon hold rare direct talks in Washington. US President Trump hints at another round of talks hosted by Pakistan, and asserts the US has already won the war.
The US Senate voted 52-47 against advancing a Democratic-led resolution to limit President Donald Trump's authority to conduct military operations against Iran, marking the fourth such failure. Party leaders have vowed to renew the effort in both chambers amid a fragile two-week ceasefire and ongoing concerns over costs and casualties. Coverage across outlets highlights partisan divides and differing emphases on the conflict's trajectory.
In a historic first, Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors met in Washington under US auspices, with both sides expressing a desire to address Hezbollah's influence. The talks, which included US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, aim to advance peace negotiations, though Israel has refused to discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah. The meeting marks a significant step in Israeli-Lebanese relations, though analysts caution that substantial obstacles remain.
In a rare diplomatic breakthrough, Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors met in Washington under US mediation for their first high-level talks in over three decades. The two sides agreed to launch direct negotiations, though significant differences remain, and Hezbollah has voiced strong opposition while continuing attacks.