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Iran asserts closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing a U.S. blockade, contradicting President Trump's statement that it's open.

Beloved Caracas macaws face losing nest sites as city cuts down key palm trees, threatening the birds' unique urban bond.

Mariam Allawiya and Kafa Wehbe, displaced Lebanese grandmothers, reflect on decades of conflict and displacement due to Israeli invasions.

Pope Leo XIV's African tour included a visit to Cameroon, where he drew over 100,000 worshippers amid tension with President Trump.

CBS News provides a rare glimpse into the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway, revealing observations after weeks of careful planning.

Following a devastating Russian attack, Ukrainians rally to provide aid and support to those affected in Kyiv. More on what happened.

Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi and President Trump both claim the Strait of Hormuz is open. Tensions in the region remain high.

Buddhists and Hindus in Sri Lanka celebrated their New Year with traditional rituals, but global anxieties loom large.

A student who lost his hand to torture overcomes biometric obstacles to pursue university education in Nigeria.

Israelis express skepticism as a US-brokered ceasefire with Hezbollah catches even government officials off guard.

Alexandre Ramagem, convicted in Brazil coup plot, released after ICE detention in Florida. Allies celebrate his return home.

A 10-day truce between Lebanon and Israel takes effect with Hezbollah's support amid ongoing negotiations.

Turkish police detain 162 over online posts about school shootings; funerals held for young victims.

Rescuers are attempting a new approach to save a whale stranded in the Baltic Sea for weeks, despite low survival chances.

Buddhists and Hindus in Sri Lanka celebrate their New Year with traditions while global issues weigh on minds.

Armed robbers in Naples held 25 hostage at a Crédit Agricole bank, then escaped through a tunnel, suspected to be the city's sewer system.

Israeli and Palestinian activists, bonded by tragedy, offer hope for a peaceful future in Gaza despite immense personal loss.

A wolf named Neukgu sparked a nationwide search after escaping a zoo in South Korea, captivating the public and inspiring a meme coin.

Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with Lebanon as part of broader diplomatic efforts to de-escalate conflict in the Middle East.

Pope Leo XIV criticizes leaders fueling war amid a public dispute with President Trump over foreign policy.

D4vd, the 'Romantic Homicide' singer, was arrested in connection with the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Body found in his car.

Moscow launches a deadly aerial assault on Ukraine, killing 18. Kyiv reports drone attacks in Russia after Easter truce.

Pope Leo condemns leaders prioritizing war spending amid a spat with Donald Trump over US-Israeli military operations.

Alexandre Ramagem, wanted in Brazil for his role in a coup attempt, was detained and then released by ICE in Florida.

After weeks of conflict, Israel and Lebanon agree to a 10-day ceasefire brokered by the US, with both leaders invited to Washington.

Swedish schools are reducing digital tools in classrooms, favoring books & paper. The move sparks debate about impact on future.

South African opposition figure Julius Malema sentenced to prison; will appeal the ruling, remaining free during the process.

Turkish police detain 162 people for online posts following deadly school shootings. Funerals held, grief shared across the country.

Ailing whale 'Timmy' faces a new rescue effort involving air cushions after weeks stranded in the Baltic Sea.

Buddhists and Hindus in Sri Lanka celebrate the New Year with unique rituals as global events cast a shadow.

Armed robbers held 25 hostages in a Naples bank before escaping through a tunnel, possibly into the city's sewer system.

Maoz Inon and Aziz Abu Sarah, bereaved by the conflict, unite in 'The Future Is Peace' for a shared vision.

US brokers ceasefires in Lebanon, Iran. Peace talks remain fragile amidst economic blockades, threats. Gaza ceasefire elusive.

Pope Leo XIV rebukes leaders fueling war during an Africa trip. The remarks coincide with growing tension with President Trump.

BBC analysis reveals over 1,400 buildings destroyed in Lebanon, raising war crime concerns amid escalating conflict.

Two Americans get prison for aiding North Korea's fake IT worker scheme to steal $5M from US companies.

A deadly Russian aerial attack killed 18 in Ukraine after Orthodox Easter truce violations. Drone attack in Russia kills two.

President Trump announces Israel and Lebanon agree to a 10-day ceasefire after meetings in Washington, D.C.

The US Navy has stopped 13 ships from reaching Iranian ports since the blockade began, Pentagon confirms.

Pope Leo condemns war spending after a dispute with Donald Trump, highlighting Africa's importance in Catholicism.

Pakistan seeks to extend the US-Iran ceasefire, hosting a second round of talks amid ongoing regional tensions and violence.

Pope Leo directly called on Cameroon to dismantle corruption to achieve peace, addressing President Biya and officials.

Alexandre Ramagem, wanted in Brazil for his role in a coup attempt, was detained in Florida before being released.

Swedish schools are reducing digital learning, opting for books and traditional methods, sparking debate.

Indonesia's ambitious plan to build a new capital city, Nusantara, faces hurdles. Doubts emerge over funding and environmental impact.

Turkish police order 83 arrests for social media posts praising recent school shootings, access to 940 accounts blocked.

Keba Seba, a vocal critic of French influence in Africa, was arrested in South Africa for supporting a coup plot in Benin.

Shifting timelines on a potential Iran war, blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, and defense of Trump’s remarks on Pope Leo.

As a fragile ceasefire holds, Iranians express fear & uncertainty over potential US deal & renewed conflict.

The U.S. Navy is patrolling the Strait of Hormuz to limit Iran's oil exports, but history shows naval blockades are complex and results are unpredictable.

Duchess of Sussex speaks out against social media harms, supports Australia's under-16 ban.

A massive Russian aerial attack on Ukraine killed at least 16 and injured over 80, targeting civilian areas with hundreds of drones and missiles.

China's economic and political ties to Iran complicate its role as a potential peacemaker amid rising tensions with the US.

Chancellor Reeves criticizes US conflict with Iran, warning of dire economic consequences for the UK and the global economy.

Satellite images reveal widespread destruction in southern Lebanon, sparking war crime concerns amidst escalating conflict.

President Bukele signs controversial reforms allowing life imprisonment for children as young as 12 in El Salvador.

Lebanese officials condemn the killing of paramedics, including one featured in a BBC report, as a flagrant crime.

The French government is advocating for the release of an 86-year-old French widow detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Trump announces Israel and Lebanon will hold talks. Follows a high-level meeting, first since 1993.

Marwan Barghouti, a prominent Palestinian prisoner, has allegedly been assaulted multiple times in Israeli prisons, his family claims.