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Kremlin Announces New Visit to Russia by Trump’s Envoy

This is Beirut, 22/04 18:40 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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US envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to visit Russia this week, a Kremlin aide said Tuesday, as US President Donald Trump seeks a speedy deal to end the three-year Ukraine conflict. Trump, who promised on the campaign trail to strike a deal between Moscow and Kyiv in 24 hours, has failed since his return to office three months ago to wrangle ...

Putin Discusses Iran Nuclear Talks with Oman's Sultan in Moscow

This is Beirut, 22/04 17:50 - Reading : less than a minute

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Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the Iran nuclear talks with Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq in Moscow on Tuesday, the Kremlin said. "This topic was touched on... in the context of mediation efforts by Oman," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters, including AFP, during a briefing at the Kremlin. Russia has ...

At Least 24 Killed in Kashmir Attack on Tourists, Police Say

This is Beirut, 22/04 17:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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At least 24 people were killed in Indian-administered Kashmir when gunmen opened fire on tourists on Tuesday, a senior police officer told AFP, with authorities calling it the worst attack on civilians in years. Prime Minister Narendra Modi decried the "heinous act" in the summer retreat of Pahalgam, pledging the attackers "will be ...

Trump’s Threats Bring Quebec Closer into Canada’s Fold

This is Beirut, 22/04 10:40 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Long known for its deep-rooted independence movement, Quebec has been embracing its identity as part of Canada with rare vigor in the face of the sharp attacks from Donald Trump. The US president's broadsides against America's northern neighbor, and his avowed aim of making it the 51st state, have pushed people all over the country to reconsider ...

Indian PM Modi Visits Saudi Arabia to Bolster Ties

This is Beirut, 22/04 10:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Saudi Arabia's Jeddah on Tuesday for his third visit as premier to the oil-rich Gulf kingdom. The trip comes a day after Modi held high-level talks with US Vice President JD Vance in India, with New Delhi looking to seal a trade deal with Washington and stave off punishing tariffs. "India deeply ...

Gold Hits Record above $3,500, Stocks Slip as Trump Fuels Fed Fears

This is Beirut, 22/04 10:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Bullion hit another record Tuesday while the dollar steadied and equities mostly fell as Donald Trump's latest salvo against Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell added fuel to fears about the central bank's independence. With the US tariff blitz still causing ructions on global trading floors, investors are now dealing with the added worry that the ...

Google Faces Breakup Threat Over Chrome Monopoly

This is Beirut, 21/04 23:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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US government attorneys urged a federal judge Monday to make Google spin off its Chrome browser, arguing artificial intelligence is poised to ramp up the tech giant's online search dominance. The Department of Justice (DOJ) made its pitch at a hearing before District Judge Amit Mehta, who is considering "remedies" after making a landmark decision ...

New U.S. Ambassador in Israel Urges Hamas to Accept Hostage Deal

This is Beirut, 21/04 21:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The new US ambassador to Israel on Monday called on Palestinian militant group Hamas to accept a deal that would secure the release of hostages, in exchange for the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza. "We call upon Hamas to sign an agreement so that humanitarian aid can flow into Gaza to the people who desperately need it," Mike Huckabee said in ...

Thunder Crush Grizzlies as Celtics, Cavs and Warriors Win

This is Beirut, 21/04 19:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Oklahoma City Thunder destroyed the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 in the most lopsided game-one win in NBA playoff history on Sunday as reigning champions Boston, Cleveland and Golden State opened the post-season with victories. The Celtics, fueled by 30 points from Derrick White, defeated Orlando Magic 103-86. The Cavaliers, who beat out the Celtics ...

Pentagon Chief Denies Reports of Sharing Military Details with Wife

This is Beirut, 21/04 18:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday dismissed new allegations that he shared information about military strikes in Yemen via a Signal chat group that included his wife, brother and personal lawyer. The Pentagon chief reportedly included details on the strikes in the private chat -- the second time he has been accused of sharing sensitive ...

Easter Monday: A Remnant of an Ancient Christian Tradition

Marilyne Gellad, 21/04 17:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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A 2,000-year-old Christian celebration, Easter commemorates the resurrection of Christ and lies at the very heart of the Christian faith. A time of joy and sharing, Easter is rich with traditions—from ringing church bells to egg hunts and the traditional Easter lamb. But did you know that Easter Monday is a remnant from the time of Emperor ...

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