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Rights Group Files War Crimes Complaint in Sri Lanka Against Israeli-American Soldier
The Hind Rajab Foundation urges Sri Lankan authorities to act against a dual-national soldier allegedly involved in Gaza demolitions.
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India Summons Iran's Ambassador After Tankers Shot at in Hormuz
India summoned Iran's ambassador in New Delhi after two Indian-flagged vessels were fired on by Iran's Revolutionary Guard in the Strait of Hormuz.
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India Withdraws Bid to Host COP33 Climate Summit in 2028
India reverses PM Modi's COP28 pledge to host the 2028 UN climate summit, citing unspecified factors.
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Iran's IRGC Reverses Hormuz Opening, Declares Strait Under 'Strict Management' Again
One day after Iran's FM declared Hormuz open, the IRGC reversed course citing US breaches, threatening renewed oil price pressure on Sri Lanka.
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Iran Says No Date Set for Next US Nuclear Talks, Demands Framework First
Iran's deputy FM says framework of understanding must precede new talks, accuses US of sabotaging Hormuz reopening.
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Iran Partially Reopens Airspace After Seven-Week War Closure
Iran announces partial reopening of its airspace, easing diversions that have raised costs for Asia-Europe flights.
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Merchant Vessels Report Gunfire While Attempting Hormuz Crossing
At least two merchant ships came under gunfire while trying to transit the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears over shipping safety.
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Fire Erupts at Oil Terminal in Russia's Krasnodar Region
A fire at a southern Russian oil terminal adds to global energy supply disruptions amid the Middle East conflict.
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Trump Says Iran 'Got a Little Cute' on Hormuz as Talks Continue
US president shrugs off Iran's decision to re-close the Strait of Hormuz, claiming talks are progressing well despite the reversal.
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Trump Warns Attacks Will Resume if Iran Ceasefire Expires Without Deal
US President threatens to resume bombing and maintain the Hormuz blockade if no agreement is reached before the ceasefire deadline.
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Average 47 Women and Girls Killed Daily During Gaza War, UN Says
UN Women report finds over 38,000 women and girls killed in Gaza between October 2023 and December 2025, a rate far exceeding previous conflicts.
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French UNIFIL Peacekeeper Killed in Southern Lebanon, Hezbollah Blamed
A French UN peacekeeper was killed and three wounded in an attack in southern Lebanon, with President Macron directly blaming Hezbollah and demanding arrests.
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US Forces Push Into Indo-Pacific to Pursue Iran-Linked Ships, USS Miguel Keith Heads for Malacca
US 7th Fleet expands Iran enforcement beyond the Middle East as USS Miguel Keith approaches the Strait of Malacca, Sri Lanka's primary shipping corridor.
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US and Iran Set for Second Round of Nuclear Talks in Islamabad on Monday
Iranian sources confirm a second round of US-Iran peace negotiations will take place Monday in Pakistan as the ceasefire deadline looms.
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US Renews Russia Oil Sanctions Waiver for One Month Under Pressure
Trump administration extends the Russian oil waiver until May 16 after oil-importing nations push back, benefiting Sri Lanka's energy supply.
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G7 Finance Chiefs Call for Urgent Action to Limit Middle East War's Economic Cost
G7 finance ministers at IMF Spring Meetings reaffirm need for lasting peace amid mounting global economic damage from the conflict.
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Iran Has Agreed to Hand Over Enriched Uranium, Says Trump
Trump claims Iran agreed to surrender its enriched uranium stockpile as both sides inch closer to a deal ending the Middle East war.
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Iran Army Chief Declares Nation 'Unconquerable' at Ceremony for Returned Dena Crew
Major General Hatami warns any US ground invasion would fail as Iran welcomes home crew of destroyer sunk near Sri Lanka.
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Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz 'Completely Open' for All Vessels; Oil Prices Plunge
Iran's FM Araghchi declares Hormuz fully open for commercial shipping during ceasefire; Brent crude plunges 8.5% to $90.93 per barrel.
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Iran Rejects Temporary Ceasefire, Signals 'New Arrangements' for Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Deputy FM Khatibzadeh says Tehran will not accept any temporary ceasefire, demands comprehensive regional peace covering Lebanon to the Red Sea.
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NJC Demands Government Seek US Compensation for IRIS Dena Sinking in Sri Lanka's EEZ
The National Joint Committee says Sri Lanka is legally entitled to reparations for environmental damage from the warship sinking off Galle.
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Trump Says Iran War Should End 'Soon', Signals Weekend Meeting
US President expresses confidence in imminent agreement, urges Hezbollah to hold fire as Lebanon ceasefire begins.
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Trump Says He May Travel to Islamabad If Iran Deal Is Reached
US President Donald Trump signals he could personally attend Pakistan-hosted Iran talks — the first offer to visit the negotiating venue.
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Fire at Australia's Geelong Refinery Deepens Global Fuel Supply Squeeze
A fire at Viva Energy's Corio refinery in Geelong — producing 10% of Australia's fuel — adds supply pressure amid the Iran war crunch.