Iraq World Cup Qualification Earns Coach Arnold Hero’s Welcome in Sydney
Iraq’s head coach Graham Arnold received a hero’s welcome in Sydney after leading the team to their first FIFA World Cup qualification in 40 years, according to Al Jazeera.
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Nigerian Army Rescues 31 Held After Church Attack
Nigerian army forces have rescued 31 civilians held hostage following an Easter church attack in north-west Nigeria, according to a statement from the security forces.
US Rescues Airman in Remote Iran After F-15 Shot Down
The US military rescued a missing crew member in a dramatic mission after his fighter jet was shot down in a remote part of Iran, according to the BBC.
Iran Threatens to Close Strait of Hormuz Amid Trump Power Plant Threat
Iran has warned that it will 'completely close' the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. follows through on President Trump's threat to 'devastate' Iranian power plants, according to CBS News.
Iran War Live: 2 Killed in Haifa as Tehran Rejects Trump’s Hormuz Deadline
Tehran has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's deadline to resolve tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, according to Al Jazeera, as two people were killed in a rocket attack in Haifa, Israel.
Vietnam Workers Slammed by Rising Fuel Costs Amid Iran War Fallout
Vietnam’s gig workers are facing severe financial strain as fuel prices soar due to the ripple effects of the US-Israel war on Iran, according to Al Jazeera.
Trump Declares Victory in Iran War After Rescue, But Threats Loom
US President Donald Trump declared victory in the Iran conflict after the successful rescue of a second F-15 pilot downed over Iranian territory, according to the BBC. However, analysts warn that the continued threat to US operations remains.
Trump Issues Expletive-Laden Threat to Iran Over Hormuz Strait Blockage
US President Donald Trump has issued a fiery warning to Iran, vowing to destroy its power plants and bridges if the country fails to meet his deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to the BBC.
Hamas Rejects Disarmament as Israel Continues Attacks, 705 Palestinians Killed
Hamas’s armed wing has rejected calls for the group to disarm, saying the demand is an attempt to continue Israel’s genocide, according to Al Jazeera.
Backpacks Full Explosives Found Near Russian Gas Pipeline
Explosive-filled backpacks with detonators were discovered near a Russian gas pipeline supplying Hungary and Serbia, according to multiple sources. The findings have raised concerns about infrastructure security in the region.
14 People Killed in Israeli Strikes Across Lebanon
At least 14 people were killed in Israeli strikes across southern Lebanon and Beirut, according to Al Jazeera, as the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalates.
Hungary Alleges Plot to Blow Up Gas Pipeline Ahead of Election
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has convened an emergency meeting of the National Defence Council after explosives were found near a pipeline that transports Russian gas to Hungary, according to the BBC.
Indiana Fever Earns 3rd WNBA Title in 4 Years
The Indiana Fever secured their third WNBA championship in four years on September 10, 2023, defeating the New York Liberty in a thrilling Game 5 final with a score of 79-72, according to ESPN Argentina.
China’s Non-Intervention Amid Iran-US Tensions, 500 Words
As tensions escalate between Iran and the U.S. over the Strait of Hormuz, China's stance of non-intervention remains clear, according to The Economist's analysis.
50-70 chars with number: 500,000 Eggs Missing for Easter
As Easter Sunday approaches, reports indicate that over 500,000 eggs are missing from supermarket shelves in Switzerland, raising concerns about supply chain disruptions.