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AI summaryRosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev said the physical launch of Unit 1 at Bangladesh's Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant is expected within days, following the loading of nuclear fuel. The 2,400 MW plant, built under a Russian design, is set to provide about 10% of Bangladesh's electricity, with Unit 2 startup scheduled for 2027 and the first unit handed over to Bangladesh before end of 2026.
AI summaryKing Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States for a four-day state visit marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. The trip includes an address to Congress, a White House state dinner and a New York wreath-laying, unfolding against UK-US strains over Iran and after a shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.
AI summaryRussian Security Council officials have warned that a prolonged blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could threaten food security in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt, and disrupt global oil and fertilizer supplies. The warnings come amid ongoing Middle East tensions and highlight the region's dependence on the strategic waterway.
AI summaryRussian Security Council Deputy Secretary Alexey Shevtsov accused the West of running a large-scale smear campaign to hinder Rosatom's entry into markets of friendly countries, citing Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. He also made claims about Rosatom's market dominance and criticized Western and OSCE missions as ineffective.
AI summarySouth Korean stocks closed at fresh record highs this week, with the KOSPI surpassing the 6,700-point mark, driven by strong earnings from Samsung Electronics and U.S. tech giants amid an artificial intelligence rally. Analysts point to sustained chip demand and easing Middle East tensions as key factors.
AI summaryIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg as diplomatic efforts between Tehran and Washington remain stalled. The visit follows a series of regional trips and comes amid US President Donald Trump's national security team reviewing an Iranian peace plan. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have killed 14 people despite a ceasefire.
AI summaryIn interviews with TASS, Russian Senator Alexey Pushkov said Iran will restore its nuclear program after US and Israeli attempts to destroy it, and that Tehran is well-prepared for conflict, possessing tens of thousands of missiles and drones. He also highlighted Iran's societal cohesion and strategic control over the Strait of Hormuz.
AI summaryIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in St. Petersburg on Monday for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as diplomatic efforts to end the US-Iran war face setbacks after President Trump canceled a planned envoy visit to Islamabad. Iran has sent a new proposal via Pakistani mediators to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but nuclear negotiations remain a sticking point.
AI summaryIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on Monday, as Tehran steps up diplomatic efforts to end the ongoing war with the United States and Israel. Putin reaffirmed Russia's commitment to securing peace, while Araghchi blamed the US for stalled talks and stressed the strategic partnership between Iran and Russia.
AI summaryDespite an extended ceasefire, Israel has struck southern Lebanon and issued displacement warnings for villages north of the Litani River. Meanwhile, negotiations between the US and Iran appear stalled, and the Lebanese government has called on Hezbollah to disarm.
AI summaryA gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, D.C., on April 25, 2026, targeting a Secret Service agent before being subdued. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the suspect likely aimed at Trump administration officials, possibly including President Trump. The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, is in custody and faces federal charges.
AI summaryIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi returned to Pakistan on Sunday after a day-long visit to Oman, and was scheduled to depart for Moscow, according to a diplomatic source. The trip comes amid ongoing Pakistan-mediated efforts to bring Tehran and Washington to the negotiating table, with the second round of direct talks yet to be scheduled.
AI summaryReports confirm Israel sent Iron Dome batteries and personnel to the United Arab Emirates during the recent conflict with Iran, marking the first operational use of the system outside Israel or the US. The deployment highlights deepening Israel-UAE military cooperation, though the relationship remains politically sensitive in the Gulf.
AI summaryAs ceasefires hold between the US and Iran and between Israel and Lebanon, Gaza faces an uncertain future. While Israel has officially agreed to ceasefires in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, reports indicate continued military operations and settler expansion in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, with casualties in Gaza and ongoing diplomatic complexities.
AI summaryAs the world grapples with energy market disruptions, China's strategic investments in renewable energy and clean technology are positioning it for leadership, with Cuba's solar expansion serving as a notable example. Analysts weigh in on the US-China competition for energy dominance and the accelerating transition away from fossil fuels.
AI summaryPakistan LNG Limited has approved a revised bid of $18.4 per mmBtu from TotalEnergies for one cargo and floated urgent tenders for two more, as the Strait of Hormuz closure and Qatar's force majeure disrupt supplies. The country faces a power shortfall with peak demand 4,500MW above supply, leading to load shedding.
AI summaryAs large-scale US military action against Iran winds down, commentators debate whether and how regime change in Tehran can be achieved. Two Jerusalem Post opinion pieces offer contrasting views on the feasibility and required steps, with one urging direct support for opposition forces and the other calling for gradual internal transformation.
AI summaryThe Sindh government has begun compensating traders affected by the devastating Gul Plaza fire in Karachi, distributing Rs511.7 million among 200 shopkeepers as part of a larger Rs7 billion relief package. Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah reiterated promises to rebuild the plaza and ensure all affected individuals receive support.
AI summaryAmid the US-Iran conflict, thousands of seafarers remain stranded in and around the Strait of Hormuz, facing shortages of food and water, with reports of at least 10 deaths. India, a major supplier of seafarers, is struggling to repatriate its citizens as shipping companies and agents delay sign-offs, leaving crews in dangerous waters with dwindling supplies.
AI summaryThe US Justice Department has ended its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over building renovation cost overruns, removing a key obstacle to Kevin Warsh's confirmation as his successor. The probe will now be handled by the Fed's internal watchdog.