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Pakistan brokers two-week ceasefire in US-Iran standoff

As the clock ticked down to US President Donald Trump's deadline to 'destroy Iran's civilisation' last week, Pakistan's prime minister sought — and within hours secured — a...

Published Apr 14, 2026, 4:34 AM EDT

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Dutch trial opens over theft of golden Romanian helmet

Three men went on trial Tuesday over the theft of a priceless gold Romanian helmet from a Dutch museum. The brazen heist sparked shockwaves in Romania and across...

Published Apr 14, 2026, 3:49 AM EDT

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Botswana Signs Energy, Mining Exploration Deals With Oman

Botswana has signed agreements with Oman covering energy and mining exploration, the presidency said. The deals are intended to deepen economic ties between the southern African country and...

Published Apr 14, 2026, 3:44 AM EDT

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Evergrande founder pleads guilty to fraud and bribery

The founder of Chinese property giant Evergrande has pleaded guilty to charges of fraud and bribery, a court announced Tuesday. The plea is the latest setback for the...

Published Apr 14, 2026, 3:34 AM EDT

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Pope Leo XIV to visit Saint Augustine sites in Annaba

Pope Leo XIV is expected in the northeastern Algerian city of Annaba on Tuesday, where he will walk in the footsteps of influential Christian theologian Saint Augustine. The...

Published Apr 14, 2026, 2:22 AM EDT

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Hegseth announces 'major' defense partnership with Indonesia

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Monday a "major" defense partnership with Indonesia. He made the announcement after meeting the Southeast Asian nation's defense minister at the Pentagon.

Published Apr 14, 2026, 2:14 AM EDT

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Lebanon, Israel to meet in Washington for US-mediated talks

Lebanese and Israeli representatives are scheduled to meet in Washington Tuesday for U.S.-mediated talks aimed at ending the war in Lebanon. Officials say the prospects of reaching an...

Published Apr 14, 2026, 1:28 AM EDT