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Tragic Accident Kills Crew Member During Shakira’s Brazil Stage Setup
A construction worker died during stage assembly for Shakira's upcoming Brazil show in Rio. Concert organizers confirm the tragic accident.
11 Warships from 5 Nations Sail South China Sea in Balikatan Exercise
11 ships from Philippines, Japan, Australia, Canada, and USA sailed in the South China Sea during Exercise Balikatan, a multilateral drill with 17,000 personnel from 7 countries.
Report Links Pop Mart's Labubu Toys to Uyghur Forced Labour Allegations
NYT report alleges Pop Mart's Labubu toys use Xinjiang cotton linked to Uyghur forced labour, sparking US lawmaker calls for investigation.
TV BRICS Hosts First Global Media Briefing for 20th Anniversary
TV BRICS announces first Global Media Briefing in May 2026, marking BRICS' 20th anniversary with media leaders from 15+ countries.
Iran and US Exhausted, Seek Truce: Former Diplomat Surendra Kumar
Former diplomat Surendra Kumar says Iran and the US are exhausted and want a truce, with mediation efforts by Oman and shifting global attention offering hope.
Iran Rejects Pakistan as Mediator in US Nuclear Talks
Senior Iranian lawmaker Ebrahim Rezaei says Pakistan lacks credibility to mediate between Tehran and Washington, citing alignment with US interests.
US-Iran Talks Stalling: Expert Warns of Imminent Attack Risk
Foreign Affairs expert Robinder Sachdev warns that stalled US-Iran negotiations could trigger a massive attack, as Iran engages in swing diplomacy with Russia.
US Sanctions Chinese Teapot Refinery and 40 Firms to Cut Iran Oil Revenue
US Treasury sanctions Chinese teapot refinery Hengli Petrochemical and 40 shipping firms to disrupt Iranian oil trade and shadow fleet revenue.
Piracy Threat Level Raised to "Substantial" After Second Ship Hijacking Off Somalia
UKMTO warns of escalating piracy off Somalia after second cargo vessel hijacked. Threat level upgraded to "substantial" by JMIC. Crews urged to maintain vigilance.
Iran's FM Araghchi in Russia for Talks with Putin Amid West Asia Crisis
Iran's FM Araghchi arrives in St Petersburg to hold talks with Russian President Putin amid escalating West Asia tensions after US-Israeli strikes.
Iran Conveys Nuclear and Strait of Hormuz Red Lines to US via Pakistan
Iran FM Araghchi conveys red lines on nuclear issues and Strait of Hormuz to US via Pakistan. Tehran submits new proposal to reopen Strait and end conflict.
US Forces Block 38 Ships From Iranian Ports Amid Maritime Blockade
US forces turn back 38 ships from Iranian ports as maritime blockade continues. Iran sends FM to Russia, offers new proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz.
Gold and Silver Trade Flat Amid Iran-US De-escalation Hopes
Gold and silver prices traded flat on Monday amid reports of Iran proposing a fresh peace initiative to the US, raising hopes of de-escalation in the Middle East.
US Strike Kills 3 on Drug-Trafficking Vessel in Pacific Ocean
US military strike kills 3 on alleged drug-trafficking vessel in Eastern Pacific. Operation Southern Spear targets narco-trafficking routes.
Iran FM Araghchi Seeks to Resume US Talks After Islamabad, Oman Visits
Iran FM Abbas Araghchi says Islamabad talks reviewed conditions for resuming Iran-US negotiations. He also discussed Strait of Hormuz security with Oman.
Iran Proposes US to Reopen Hormuz, End War: Report
Iran offers a new proposal to the US to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, postponing nuclear talks, according to a report.
Encouraging Signs in US-Iran Peace Talks via Pakistan Mediation
Encouraging signs emerge in indirect US-Iran peace talks facilitated by Pakistan, with a focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and delaying nuclear negotiations.
South Korea Boosts Farm Aid Amid Middle East Crisis
Agriculture Minister Song Mi-ryung announces measures to secure fertilizers and fuel supplies, plus a $372 million budget for farmers amid Middle East tensions.
Iran Holds Key Leverage in Oil Supply Standoff with US
Iran's Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf says Iran holds key supply cards in oil standoff, warning US of summer price spikes and midterm election fears.
Iran's Top Diplomat Araghchi in Russia for Putin Talks on Regional Peace Push
Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrives in Russia for talks with President Putin, continuing regional peace push amid US tensions and Strait of Hormuz crisis.
FTC Orders 7 South Korean E-Commerce Platforms to Revise Unfair User Terms
South Korea's FTC orders Coupang, Naver, and 5 other major e-commerce platforms to revise 11 types of unfair user terms to protect consumer rights.
Libya PM and UN Envoy Discuss Roadmap for National Elections
Libyan PM Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah and UN envoy Hanna Tetteh discuss a UN-backed roadmap to unify state institutions and hold long-delayed national elections.
4.4 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan, NCS Reports
A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan at 95 km depth, according to the National Center for Seismology. The region remains seismically active.
South Korea and Australia Top Diplomats to Discuss Mideast Crisis and Defense Ties
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will meet Australian counterpart Penny Wong in Seoul to discuss defense cooperation, supply chain issues, and the Middle East crisis.
North Korea Opens Memorial for Troops Killed in Russia-Ukraine War
North Korea opens a memorial honoring troops killed fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine. Kim Jong-un vows to strengthen Pyongyang-Moscow ties into a "powerful bulwark."