Latest news and opinions keeping viewers up-to-date with all the world's top stories as they happen. The World Today delivers breaking news, live events, in-depth reporting and expert analysis. en Copyright @ China Plus Fri, 22 May 2026 17:27:30 GMT 5 https://cgtn-radio-data.cgtn.com/rss/programother/673podcastcpchinapluspodcast@hotmail.comepisode The World Today Latest news and opinions keeping viewers up-to-date with all the world's top stories as they happen. The World Today delivers breaking news, live events, in-depth reporting and expert analysis. False China Plus Cuba and China have reacted to the US indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro. Gaza-bound flotilla activists have arrived in Istanbul after detention and deportation by Israel. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has cancelled World Cup training over the deadly Ebola outbreak. Cuba and China have ... false 1559 full Cuba and China have reacted to the US indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro. Gaza-bound flotilla activists have arrived in Istanbul after detention and deportation by Israel. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has cancelled World Cup training over the deadly Ebola outbreak. Fri, 22 May 2026 02:05:00 GMT 1_2720315 China and Russia have vowed to forge closer ties during Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China. The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda pose a regional threat, not a global one. Southern California's Muslim community is mourning the deaths of three men shot dead at a cultural center in San Diego. China and Russia hav... false 1560 full China and Russia have vowed to forge closer ties during Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China. The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda pose a regional threat, not a global one. Southern California's Muslim community is mourning the deaths of three men shot dead at a cultural center in San Diego. Thu, 21 May 2026 02:42:00 GMT 1_2720300 Russian President Vladimir Putin is in China for a state visit as the two countries mark the 30th anniversary of their strategic partnership. The World Health Organization warns that the Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than initially believed. Meanwhile, an international non-governmental organization warns that the normalization of violence is affecting its ability to deliver healthcare to a population already in desperate need. Russian President Vl... false 1560 full Russian President Vladimir Putin is in China for a state visit as the two countries mark the 30th anniversary of their strategic partnership. The World Health Organization warns that the Ebola outbreak may be spreading faster than initially believed. Meanwhile, an international non-governmental organization warns that the normalization of violence is affecting its ability to deliver healthcare to a population already in desperate need. Wed, 20 May 2026 01:59:00 GMT 1_2720280 At least five people have died in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego in California. Iran has responded to the latest US proposal amid fears of renewed military escalation. Meanwhile, efforts continue to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak in Africa, after the WHO declared it a global health emergency. At least five people... false 1560 full At least five people have died in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego in California. Iran has responded to the latest US proposal amid fears of renewed military escalation. Meanwhile, efforts continue to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak in Africa, after the WHO declared it a global health emergency. Tue, 19 May 2026 03:59:00 GMT 1_2720263 Ukraine has unleashed a swarm of drones in its largest drone attack on Russia in over a year. The White House has issued fresh warnings about resuming attacks on Iran, while strikes continue in southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire. Meanwhile, the WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa a global public health emergency. Ukraine has unleashe... false 1560 full Ukraine has unleashed a swarm of drones in its largest drone attack on Russia in over a year. The White House has issued fresh warnings about resuming attacks on Iran, while strikes continue in southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire. Meanwhile, the WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa a global public health emergency. Mon, 18 May 2026 01:58:00 GMT 1_2720243 Chinese President Xi Jinping has welcomed US President Donald Trump in Beijing. The Chinese president has also addressed a banquet to welcome his US counterpart, saying the two countries should be partners rather than rivals. Meanwhile, foreign ministers from BRICS nations are meeting in India, with New Delhi stressing the need for dialogue and diplomacy. Chinese President Xi... false 1560 full Chinese President Xi Jinping has welcomed US President Donald Trump in Beijing. The Chinese president has also addressed a banquet to welcome his US counterpart, saying the two countries should be partners rather than rivals. Meanwhile, foreign ministers from BRICS nations are meeting in India, with New Delhi stressing the need for dialogue and diplomacy. Fri, 15 May 2026 04:35:00 GMT 1_2720219 U.S. President Donald Trump is in Beijing for a state visit to China. Ahead of the visit, China and the U.S. held trade talks in South Korea. Meanwhile, shipping security in the Strait of Hormuz is dominating an international maritime conference in London. U.S. President Donal... false 1560 full U.S. President Donald Trump is in Beijing for a state visit to China. Ahead of the visit, China and the U.S. held trade talks in South Korea. Meanwhile, shipping security in the Strait of Hormuz is dominating an international maritime conference in London. Thu, 14 May 2026 04:17:00 GMT 1_2720200 U.S. lawmakers have questioned the defense secretary over the cost of the war with Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump is traveling to China for a critically important meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The World Health Organization has issued an update on the status of an outbreak after the evacuation of all passengers from a virus-hit cruise ship. U.S. lawmakers have ... false 1560 full U.S. lawmakers have questioned the defense secretary over the cost of the war with Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump is traveling to China for a critically important meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The World Health Organization has issued an update on the status of an outbreak after the evacuation of all passengers from a virus-hit cruise ship. Wed, 13 May 2026 04:50:00 GMT 1_2720186 Chinese President Xi Jinping will host his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump in Beijing this week, with bilateral relations and global security high on the agenda. The standoff in the Strait of Hormuz deepens, with Iran defending its peace deal demands and the U.S. president rejecting the terms. The Tianzhou-10 cargo spaceship has docked with China's space station. Chinese President Xi... false 1559 full Chinese President Xi Jinping will host his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump in Beijing this week, with bilateral relations and global security high on the agenda. The standoff in the Strait of Hormuz deepens, with Iran defending its peace deal demands and the U.S. president rejecting the terms. The Tianzhou-10 cargo spaceship has docked with China's space station. Tue, 12 May 2026 02:51:00 GMT 1_2720165 Peace in the Middle East remains elusive as U.S. President Donald Trump calls Iran's response to a deal unacceptable. In Spain, passengers are being evacuated from a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak. Meanwhile, at the World Table Tennis Championships, China's men's and women's teams continue their long-running winning streaks. Peace in the Middle ... false 1560 full Peace in the Middle East remains elusive as U.S. President Donald Trump calls Iran's response to a deal unacceptable. In Spain, passengers are being evacuated from a cruise ship linked to a hantavirus outbreak. Meanwhile, at the World Table Tennis Championships, China's men's and women's teams continue their long-running winning streaks. Mon, 11 May 2026 03:27:00 GMT 1_2720147 Iran is considering a temporary peace proposal to end the conflict with the U.S. amid reports of new strikes. The World Health Organization says a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic does not signal the start of a COVID-like pandemic. The Chinese foreign minister has met with a visiting delegation of U.S. lawmakers. Iran is considering ... false 1560 full Iran is considering a temporary peace proposal to end the conflict with the U.S. amid reports of new strikes. The World Health Organization says a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic does not signal the start of a COVID-like pandemic. The Chinese foreign minister has met with a visiting delegation of U.S. lawmakers. Fri, 08 May 2026 02:04:00 GMT 1_2720102 The Chinese foreign minister has met his Iranian counterpart in Beijing, pushing for dialogue and an immediate ceasefire to ease Middle East tensions. U.S. President Donald Trump has abruptly paused a mission to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, claiming great progress in negotiations and issuing a new threat to Iran. Meanwhile, three patients have been evacuated from a cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak, while more than 140 others remain aboard off the coast of Cape Verde. The Chinese foreign ... false 1560 full The Chinese foreign minister has met his Iranian counterpart in Beijing, pushing for dialogue and an immediate ceasefire to ease Middle East tensions. U.S. President Donald Trump has abruptly paused a mission to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, claiming great progress in negotiations and issuing a new threat to Iran. Meanwhile, three patients have been evacuated from a cruise ship at the center of a deadly hantavirus outbreak, while more than 140 others remain aboard off the coast of Cape Verde. Thu, 07 May 2026 03:24:00 GMT 1_2720086 U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says a new U.S. military mission in the Strait of Hormuz is temporary and separate from earlier operations against Iran. Iran's top diplomat is heading to Beijing, highlighting China's diplomatic efforts to help end the crisis. The number of deaths from an explosion at a fireworks factory in central China has risen. U.S. Defense Secreta... false 1560 full U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says a new U.S. military mission in the Strait of Hormuz is temporary and separate from earlier operations against Iran. Iran's top diplomat is heading to Beijing, highlighting China's diplomatic efforts to help end the crisis. The number of deaths from an explosion at a fireworks factory in central China has risen. Wed, 06 May 2026 02:06:00 GMT 1_2720066 A string of claims and denials has emerged between the U.S. and Iran, with the two sides giving sharply different accounts of incidents in the Strait of Hormuz. Passengers are stranded on a cruise ship following an outbreak of a rare and dangerous virus that has left three dead and several others ill. Young players are trying to revive Hungary's table tennis legacy in a sport long dominated by China. A string of claims a... false 1560 full A string of claims and denials has emerged between the U.S. and Iran, with the two sides giving sharply different accounts of incidents in the Strait of Hormuz. Passengers are stranded on a cruise ship following an outbreak of a rare and dangerous virus that has left three dead and several others ill. Young players are trying to revive Hungary's table tennis legacy in a sport long dominated by China. Tue, 05 May 2026 03:18:00 GMT 1_2720058 Tehran says Washington has responded to Iran's peace proposal, which includes a 30-day deadline for the U.S. to end its naval blockade. The Israeli military has ordered more evacuations from southern Lebanon despite the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. Middle East tensions are weighing on American voters, with six months to go before the midterm elections. Tehran says Washingt... false 1560 full Tehran says Washington has responded to Iran's peace proposal, which includes a 30-day deadline for the U.S. to end its naval blockade. The Israeli military has ordered more evacuations from southern Lebanon despite the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. Middle East tensions are weighing on American voters, with six months to go before the midterm elections. Mon, 04 May 2026 04:14:00 GMT 1_2720050 The U.S. and Iran are in a tense standoff in the Persian Gulf as oil prices hit a four-year high. Israel intercepts an aid flotilla to Gaza, detaining over 170 activists near Crete. Britain raises its threat level after two Jewish men were stabbed in an attack. The U.S. and Iran ar... false 1560 full The U.S. and Iran are in a tense standoff in the Persian Gulf as oil prices hit a four-year high. Israel intercepts an aid flotilla to Gaza, detaining over 170 activists near Crete. Britain raises its threat level after two Jewish men were stabbed in an attack. Fri, 01 May 2026 03:13:00 GMT 1_2720029 U.S. lawmakers have grilled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over issues related to the conflict with Iran, including budget, strategy and the direction of the war. Iran's social media campaign is garnering millions of views, with viral Lego-style videos shaping narratives around the war and challenging America's longstanding policies. Meanwhile, authorities have lifted protection for endangered wildlife in the name of U.S. energy security. U.S. lawmakers have ... false 1560 full U.S. lawmakers have grilled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over issues related to the conflict with Iran, including budget, strategy and the direction of the war. Iran's social media campaign is garnering millions of views, with viral Lego-style videos shaping narratives around the war and challenging America's longstanding policies. Meanwhile, authorities have lifted protection for endangered wildlife in the name of U.S. energy security. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:05:00 GMT 1_2720013 Iran's latest proposal has fallen short with the Trump administration, raising new questions about the path to peace. Fears of a wider war are growing as a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon shows signs of crumbling. Meanwhile, consumers worldwide are feeling the economic impact of the Middle East conflict, particularly in food and energy. Iran's latest propos... false 1560 full Iran's latest proposal has fallen short with the Trump administration, raising new questions about the path to peace. Fears of a wider war are growing as a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon shows signs of crumbling. Meanwhile, consumers worldwide are feeling the economic impact of the Middle East conflict, particularly in food and energy. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:29:00 GMT 1_2719994 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg as nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington remain in limbo. New questions are emerging following a major security breach at a Washington gala attended by the U.S. president, journalists, and politicians. Meanwhile, Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla are in the U.S. for a rare state visit amid heightened security concerns and strained transatlantic relations. Iranian Foreign Mini... false 1560 full Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg as nuclear negotiations between Tehran and Washington remain in limbo. New questions are emerging following a major security breach at a Washington gala attended by the U.S. president, journalists, and politicians. Meanwhile, Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla are in the U.S. for a rare state visit amid heightened security concerns and strained transatlantic relations. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:47:00 GMT 1_2719979 A gala for White House correspondents has turned into chaos after a gunman tried to storm the event, with President Donald Trump and other officials evacuated. Iran's top diplomat returns to Pakistan after a brief stop in Oman, amid remaining uncertainty about another round of peace talks with the United States. Meanwhile, reports say that separatist fighters have killed the defense minister of Mali. A gala for White Hou... false 1559 full A gala for White House correspondents has turned into chaos after a gunman tried to storm the event, with President Donald Trump and other officials evacuated. Iran's top diplomat returns to Pakistan after a brief stop in Oman, amid remaining uncertainty about another round of peace talks with the United States. Meanwhile, reports say that separatist fighters have killed the defense minister of Mali. Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:10:00 GMT 1_2719961 Israel and Lebanon agree to extend a ceasefire that hasn't ended. U.S. President Donald Trump orders the Navy to shoot and kill any boat laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. The Chinese foreign minister continues his Southeast Asia tour after visiting Cambodia, with the next stop in Thailand. Two correspondents put their skills to test against world-class athletes ahead of a major table tennis competition. Israel and Lebanon a... false 1560 full Israel and Lebanon agree to extend a ceasefire that hasn't ended. U.S. President Donald Trump orders the Navy to shoot and kill any boat laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. The Chinese foreign minister continues his Southeast Asia tour after visiting Cambodia, with the next stop in Thailand. Two correspondents put their skills to test against world-class athletes ahead of a major table tennis competition. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT 1_2719929 Iran fires on cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump offers a new timeline for talks as the diplomatic standoff drags on. A dispute is growing in Mexico over the future of some of its most iconic masterpieces. Meanwhile, breakthroughs by Brazilian and Chinese scientists are helping save endangered coral reefs. Iran fires on cargo ... false 1560 full Iran fires on cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. President Donald Trump offers a new timeline for talks as the diplomatic standoff drags on. A dispute is growing in Mexico over the future of some of its most iconic masterpieces. Meanwhile, breakthroughs by Brazilian and Chinese scientists are helping save endangered coral reefs. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:08:00 GMT 1_2719913 China and Mozambique have upgraded bilateral ties following high-level talks in Beijing. A second round of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran is now on hold after a request from Pakistan, with U.S. President Donald Trump extending the fragile ceasefire. Meanwhile, Apple has announced a successor to CEO Tim Cook. China and Mozambique... false 1560 full China and Mozambique have upgraded bilateral ties following high-level talks in Beijing. A second round of peace talks between the U.S. and Iran is now on hold after a request from Pakistan, with U.S. President Donald Trump extending the fragile ceasefire. Meanwhile, Apple has announced a successor to CEO Tim Cook. Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:05:00 GMT 1_2719897 Iran has vowed to retaliate after the United States fired on and seized an Iranian cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. A second round of talks between Tehran and Washington is now in limbo. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has taken the first step toward refunding more than 100 billion dollars in tariffs, two months after a Supreme Court decision declared them unconstitutional. Iran has vowed to re... false 1560 full Iran has vowed to retaliate after the United States fired on and seized an Iranian cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz. A second round of talks between Tehran and Washington is now in limbo. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has taken the first step toward refunding more than 100 billion dollars in tariffs, two months after a Supreme Court decision declared them unconstitutional. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:17:00 GMT 1_2719880 Oil tankers remain stranded as the Strait of Hormuz stays closed. Iran has rejected a second round of peace talks in Islamabad. In Louisiana, a domestic dispute has resulted in the deaths of eight children. Meanwhile, a robot breaks the half marathon record in Beijing. Oil tankers remain s... false 1559 full Oil tankers remain stranded as the Strait of Hormuz stays closed. Iran has rejected a second round of peace talks in Islamabad. In Louisiana, a domestic dispute has resulted in the deaths of eight children. Meanwhile, a robot breaks the half marathon record in Beijing. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:20:00 GMT 1_2719860 A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has begun, marked by fireworks and celebratory gunfire in Beirut. Hezbollah and Israeli officials are urging displaced civilians not to return to southern Lebanon. A former Pakistani ambassador to Iran has shared insights on Islamabad’s ongoing peace efforts. In Turkiye, shock is growing after nine students were killed in the country's second school shooting in two days. A 10-day ceasefire b... false 1559 full A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has begun, marked by fireworks and celebratory gunfire in Beirut. Hezbollah and Israeli officials are urging displaced civilians not to return to southern Lebanon. A former Pakistani ambassador to Iran has shared insights on Islamabad’s ongoing peace efforts. In Turkiye, shock is growing after nine students were killed in the country's second school shooting in two days. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:55:00 GMT 1_2719831 The Chinese president has held talks on international and regional challenges with leaders and senior officials from two of China's neighbors. Iran threatens to halt trade in the Gulf if the United States continues to block its vessels. A Pakistani delegation is also in Tehran ahead of a second round of expected peace talks. At least eight students and a teacher have been killed in a school shooting in southern Turkiye. The Chinese presiden... false 1560 full The Chinese president has held talks on international and regional challenges with leaders and senior officials from two of China's neighbors. Iran threatens to halt trade in the Gulf if the United States continues to block its vessels. A Pakistani delegation is also in Tehran ahead of a second round of expected peace talks. At least eight students and a teacher have been killed in a school shooting in southern Turkiye. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 03:58:00 GMT 1_2719815 Chinese President Xi Jinping has met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Beijing, calling for closer bilateral ties to resist the law of the jungle. Abu Dhabi's crown prince is also in Beijing, deepening ties between China and the United Arab Emirates in the wake of the Iran war. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump says ceasefire talks with Iran could resume in the next couple of days, as historic Lebanese-Israeli talks begin in Washington for the first time in decades. Chinese President Xi... false 1560 full Chinese President Xi Jinping has met Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Beijing, calling for closer bilateral ties to resist the law of the jungle. Abu Dhabi's crown prince is also in Beijing, deepening ties between China and the United Arab Emirates in the wake of the Iran war. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump says ceasefire talks with Iran could resume in the next couple of days, as historic Lebanese-Israeli talks begin in Washington for the first time in decades. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:32:00 GMT 1_2719797 A U.S. blockade of Iranian ports has taken effect. The Spanish prime minister is in China in an effort to secure deeper ties with Beijing amid the Middle East conflict. Peru’s election has entered a second day as more than 27 million Peruvians vote for members of both houses of Congress and a new president. A U.S. blockade of I... false 1560 full A U.S. blockade of Iranian ports has taken effect. The Spanish prime minister is in China in an effort to secure deeper ties with Beijing amid the Middle East conflict. Peru’s election has entered a second day as more than 27 million Peruvians vote for members of both houses of Congress and a new president. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 03:23:00 GMT 1_2719785 Hungary is undergoing a major political shift, with Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceding defeat in the parliamentary elections. A new escalation is looming after peace talks between Tehran and Washington failed, as the U.S. president threatens to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the Chinese community in Spain is calling for stronger ties between the two countries, as the Spanish prime minister makes his fourth trip to China for talks on trade and technology. Hungary is undergoin... false 1560 full Hungary is undergoing a major political shift, with Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceding defeat in the parliamentary elections. A new escalation is looming after peace talks between Tehran and Washington failed, as the U.S. president threatens to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the Chinese community in Spain is calling for stronger ties between the two countries, as the Spanish prime minister makes his fourth trip to China for talks on trade and technology. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:59:00 GMT 1_2719761 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked his cabinet to begin direct negotiations with Lebanon. Meanwhile, Israel’s ongoing attacks in the region are raising tensions, as the country insists Lebanon is not included in recent ceasefire discussions involving the U.S. and Iran. U.S. First Lady Melania Trump has denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein. Israeli Prime Minist... false 1560 full Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked his cabinet to begin direct negotiations with Lebanon. Meanwhile, Israel’s ongoing attacks in the region are raising tensions, as the country insists Lebanon is not included in recent ceasefire discussions involving the U.S. and Iran. U.S. First Lady Melania Trump has denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:31:00 GMT 1_2719730 Iran and the U.S. are sending mixed signals over a ceasefire, as Tehran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Israel has intensified attacks across Lebanon, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stating that Lebanon is not included in the ceasefire. Meanwhile, more than a year after President Donald Trump introduced new tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade, the U.S. economic landscape continues to shift. Iran and the U.S. ar... false 1559 full Iran and the U.S. are sending mixed signals over a ceasefire, as Tehran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Israel has intensified attacks across Lebanon, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stating that Lebanon is not included in the ceasefire. Meanwhile, more than a year after President Donald Trump introduced new tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade, the U.S. economic landscape continues to shift. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:10:00 GMT 1_2719712 Civilians have gathered at key infrastructure sites in Iran, while U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed his ultimatum for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Civilians have gathe... false 1560 full Civilians have gathered at key infrastructure sites in Iran, while U.S. President Donald Trump has postponed his ultimatum for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 03:35:00 GMT 1_2719693 Tehran rejects a new ceasefire proposal as Israel strikes major petrochemical facilities in Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to decimate Iran's infrastructure if Tuesday's deadline passes without a deal. Meanwhile, NASA's Artemis II crew breaks the record for the farthest human spaceflight. Tehran rejects a new... false 1560 full Tehran rejects a new ceasefire proposal as Israel strikes major petrochemical facilities in Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump threatens to decimate Iran's infrastructure if Tuesday's deadline passes without a deal. Meanwhile, NASA's Artemis II crew breaks the record for the farthest human spaceflight. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 03:53:00 GMT 1_2719680 U.S. President Donald Trump warns he may escalate the conflict with Iran, threatening strikes on power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. The U.S. reports a second airman has been rescued from a downed warplane in Iran. Meanwhile, the U.S. economy shows warning signs following an immigration crackdown. U.S. President Donal... false 1560 full U.S. President Donald Trump warns he may escalate the conflict with Iran, threatening strikes on power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. The U.S. reports a second airman has been rescued from a downed warplane in Iran. Meanwhile, the U.S. economy shows warning signs following an immigration crackdown. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 02:54:00 GMT 1_2719666 The United States and Israel have stepped up attacks on Iran after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bring the country "back to the Stone Age," with Tehran warning of broader and more severe retaliation. The U.S. president says the country is close to completing its objectives without providing a clear timeline for an end to the conflict. Meanwhile, the global economy has shifted since the White House launched its trade war last April. The United States an... false 1560 full The United States and Israel have stepped up attacks on Iran after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bring the country "back to the Stone Age," with Tehran warning of broader and more severe retaliation. The U.S. president says the country is close to completing its objectives without providing a clear timeline for an end to the conflict. Meanwhile, the global economy has shifted since the White House launched its trade war last April. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 03:23:00 GMT 1_2719630 U.S. President Donald Trump says he is considering pulling the U.S. out of NATO over the alliance's reluctance to intervene in the war with Iran. Protesters have rallied outside the U.S. Supreme Court as justices hear arguments in a high-stakes case on birthright citizenship. NASA has successfully launched its first lunar mission in 50 years. U.S. President Donal... false 1560 full U.S. President Donald Trump says he is considering pulling the U.S. out of NATO over the alliance's reluctance to intervene in the war with Iran. Protesters have rallied outside the U.S. Supreme Court as justices hear arguments in a high-stakes case on birthright citizenship. NASA has successfully launched its first lunar mission in 50 years. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 04:24:00 GMT 1_2719614 The Chinese foreign minister meets his Pakistani counterpart in Beijing to push for talks between Washington and Tehran. Massive explosions rock the Iranian city of Isfahan, as the Pentagon says U.S. military firepower is increasing. Mexico urges the U.S. for answers after more than a dozen of its nationals die in immigration detention. The Chinese foreign ... false 1560 full The Chinese foreign minister meets his Pakistani counterpart in Beijing to push for talks between Washington and Tehran. Massive explosions rock the Iranian city of Isfahan, as the Pentagon says U.S. military firepower is increasing. Mexico urges the U.S. for answers after more than a dozen of its nationals die in immigration detention. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:21:00 GMT 1_2719600 The U.S. president threatens Iran's energy facilities if a deal is not reached soon, as new attacks are reported in Iran, Israel, and Lebanon. U.S. warplanes have been heavily damaged in an Iranian missile and drone strike, while Spain has closed its airspace to U.S. planes involved in strikes over Iran. Meanwhile, concerns grow over a looming water crisis in one of the cities set to host this summer's World Cup. The U.S. president t... false 1560 full The U.S. president threatens Iran's energy facilities if a deal is not reached soon, as new attacks are reported in Iran, Israel, and Lebanon. U.S. warplanes have been heavily damaged in an Iranian missile and drone strike, while Spain has closed its airspace to U.S. planes involved in strikes over Iran. Meanwhile, concerns grow over a looming water crisis in one of the cities set to host this summer's World Cup. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:06:00 GMT 1_2719580 Iran says it will rain fire on troops attempting to enter its territory as thousands more U.S. soldiers arrive in the region in preparation for a possible ground operation. Hundreds gather in Beirut for the funeral of three Lebanese journalists killed in a targeted Israeli airstrike while Palestinians bid farewell to six people, including a child killed in Israeli strikes in Khan Yunis. And airport chaos lingers across the U.S. despite an executive order to pay security screeners on Monday. It’s unclear how many agents will return to work. Iran says it will ra... false 1560 full Iran says it will rain fire on troops attempting to enter its territory as thousands more U.S. soldiers arrive in the region in preparation for a possible ground operation. Hundreds gather in Beirut for the funeral of three Lebanese journalists killed in a targeted Israeli airstrike while Palestinians bid farewell to six people, including a child killed in Israeli strikes in Khan Yunis. And airport chaos lingers across the U.S. despite an executive order to pay security screeners on Monday. It’s unclear how many agents will return to work. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 01:43:00 GMT 1_2719560 U.S President Donald Trump says he'll push the date for planned attacks on Iranian energy plants to April 6th. He says Iran's government requested this delay. Protesters called for the release of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro as he returns to a New York courtroom to fight drugs and weapons charges. And at the Boao Forum, we take a look into the future: humanoid robots may be just for fun now, but their move into the workforce is just around the corner. U.S President Donald... false 1560 full U.S President Donald Trump says he'll push the date for planned attacks on Iranian energy plants to April 6th. He says Iran's government requested this delay. Protesters called for the release of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro as he returns to a New York courtroom to fight drugs and weapons charges. And at the Boao Forum, we take a look into the future: humanoid robots may be just for fun now, but their move into the workforce is just around the corner. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 01:47:00 GMT 1_2719524 New attacks on Iran amid lingering questions about the prospect of talks between Washington and Tehran. Iran rejects the ceasefire offer, laying out its own set of conditions. Much needed humanitarian aid arrives in Cuba as the island struggles under USA oil blockade, a dire energy crisis, prolonged blackouts and worsening living conditions. And in Los Angeles, a jury finds Meta and Google negligent in a social media addiction case, holding them liable for how their platforms affect young people. Both tech giants vow to appeal. New attacks on Iran ... false 1560 full New attacks on Iran amid lingering questions about the prospect of talks between Washington and Tehran. Iran rejects the ceasefire offer, laying out its own set of conditions. Much needed humanitarian aid arrives in Cuba as the island struggles under USA oil blockade, a dire energy crisis, prolonged blackouts and worsening living conditions. And in Los Angeles, a jury finds Meta and Google negligent in a social media addiction case, holding them liable for how their platforms affect young people. Both tech giants vow to appeal. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:59:00 GMT 1_2719506 Amid U.S. claims of negotiations, new attacks on Iran and Israel, children among those pulled from the rubble of a residential building in Tehran. An explosion rocked Tel Aviv after an Iranian missile strike. The death toll is climbing as the search for answers continues after the crash of a military plane in Colombia. And a new chief at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security: Markwayne Mullin, a Trump loyalist taking over the agency responsible for immigration enforcement. Amid U.S. claims of ... false 1559 full Amid U.S. claims of negotiations, new attacks on Iran and Israel, children among those pulled from the rubble of a residential building in Tehran. An explosion rocked Tel Aviv after an Iranian missile strike. The death toll is climbing as the search for answers continues after the crash of a military plane in Colombia. And a new chief at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security: Markwayne Mullin, a Trump loyalist taking over the agency responsible for immigration enforcement. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 02:13:00 GMT 1_2719486 A sharp reversal from U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed to have had productive talks with Iran on ending hostilities just days after threatening to blow up the country’s power plants. Iran disputed Trump’s claim, casting it as a ploy to calm the markets. Oil prices did fall amid a big rally on Wall Street. A military air disaster in Colombia: a transport plane with more than 100 people on board crashed during takeoff. A sharp reversal fro... false 1560 full A sharp reversal from U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed to have had productive talks with Iran on ending hostilities just days after threatening to blow up the country’s power plants. Iran disputed Trump’s claim, casting it as a ploy to calm the markets. Oil prices did fall amid a big rally on Wall Street. A military air disaster in Colombia: a transport plane with more than 100 people on board crashed during takeoff. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:44:00 GMT 1_2719469 Iran threatens retaliation if the U.S. attacks its power plants. Tehran warns it may completely block the Strait of Hormuz and do irreversible damage to critical infrastructure in the Middle East. Iran launches missiles into Tel Aviv a day after dozens were wounded in southern Israel. And Chinese Premier Li Qiang gives the opening address at the China development forum. Dozens of global business leaders are gathered in Beijing to learn about new investment opportunities. Iran threatens retal... false 1560 full Iran threatens retaliation if the U.S. attacks its power plants. Tehran warns it may completely block the Strait of Hormuz and do irreversible damage to critical infrastructure in the Middle East. Iran launches missiles into Tel Aviv a day after dozens were wounded in southern Israel. And Chinese Premier Li Qiang gives the opening address at the China development forum. Dozens of global business leaders are gathered in Beijing to learn about new investment opportunities. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:33:00 GMT 1_2719453 Qatar has condemned an Iranian strike on a major gas hub, calling it a dangerous escalation. Iran says the attack was retaliation for an Israeli strike on its gas facility, the largest in the world. President Donald Trump says Washington had no prior knowledge of the Israeli operation. Meanwhile, days after a deadly strike in Kabul, Afghanistan and Pakistan have announced a temporary pause in fighting to mark a Muslim holiday. Qatar has condemned ... false 1560 full Qatar has condemned an Iranian strike on a major gas hub, calling it a dangerous escalation. Iran says the attack was retaliation for an Israeli strike on its gas facility, the largest in the world. President Donald Trump says Washington had no prior knowledge of the Israeli operation. Meanwhile, days after a deadly strike in Kabul, Afghanistan and Pakistan have announced a temporary pause in fighting to mark a Muslim holiday. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 02:32:00 GMT 1_2719417 Confirmation out of Iran following another high-profile assassination: the country's intelligence chief was killed in an overnight strike by Israel. Oil prices are spiking as the conflict intensifies. Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, top intelligence officials faced a grilling on global threats to the United States. Confirmation out of ... false 1560 full Confirmation out of Iran following another high-profile assassination: the country's intelligence chief was killed in an overnight strike by Israel. Oil prices are spiking as the conflict intensifies. Meanwhile, on Capitol Hill, top intelligence officials faced a grilling on global threats to the United States. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:54:00 GMT 1_2719401 Israel says it killed a top Iranian security official, days after he was seen in public in Tehran. The war with Iran has triggered the first major defection in the Trump administration as the top counter terrorism official resigned, saying Iran poses no imminent threat to the United States. And accusations from Afghanistan, denials from Pakistan after a horrific attack on a drug rehabilitation center in Kabul killed hundreds. Israel says it kille... false 1560 full Israel says it killed a top Iranian security official, days after he was seen in public in Tehran. The war with Iran has triggered the first major defection in the Trump administration as the top counter terrorism official resigned, saying Iran poses no imminent threat to the United States. And accusations from Afghanistan, denials from Pakistan after a horrific attack on a drug rehabilitation center in Kabul killed hundreds. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 02:46:00 GMT 1_2719385 China and the U.S. wrap up two days of trade talks in Paris, the latest on the high level meetings that were closely watched around the world. U.S. President Donald Trump demands global help in securing the Strait of Hormuz after a string of attacks on oil tankers and cargo ships. Iran insists that the critical waterway in the Persian Gulf is only closed to its "enemy." And a major search and rescue operation in Tehran, as another residential building was reduced to rubble. China and the U.S. w... false 1560 full China and the U.S. wrap up two days of trade talks in Paris, the latest on the high level meetings that were closely watched around the world. U.S. President Donald Trump demands global help in securing the Strait of Hormuz after a string of attacks on oil tankers and cargo ships. Iran insists that the critical waterway in the Persian Gulf is only closed to its "enemy." And a major search and rescue operation in Tehran, as another residential building was reduced to rubble. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:55:00 GMT 1_2719367 Delegations from China and the U.S. hold economic and trade talks in Paris. Israel and U.S. strikes on western Iran continue, while Tehran retaliates with attacks on Tel Aviv. And the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed for fuel tankers. Delegations from Chi... false 1560 full Delegations from China and the U.S. hold economic and trade talks in Paris. Israel and U.S. strikes on western Iran continue, while Tehran retaliates with attacks on Tel Aviv. And the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed for fuel tankers. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 03:07:00 GMT 1_2719354 China's national legislature has concluded its annual session in Beijing. Lawmakers approved a development blueprint for the 2026-2030 period. Iran's new supreme leader has made his first public statement vowing to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and warning of new strikes on U.S. bases across the region. And as more cargo ships came under attack in the Persian Gulf, oil prices jumped again, rattling investors and financial markets. China's national leg... false 1560 full China's national legislature has concluded its annual session in Beijing. Lawmakers approved a development blueprint for the 2026-2030 period. Iran's new supreme leader has made his first public statement vowing to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed and warning of new strikes on U.S. bases across the region. And as more cargo ships came under attack in the Persian Gulf, oil prices jumped again, rattling investors and financial markets. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 02:21:00 GMT 1_2719316 China is shaping its path forward for the year ahead and beyond, highlights from the annual political gathering in Beijing. A Thai cargo ship goes up in smoke in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the three commercial vessels attacked as Iranian retaliation shuts down one of the world's most critical shipping transit. And the International Energy Agency says member countries have agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from their reserves, the largest ever in a bid to ease soaring oil prices. China is shaping its... false 1560 full China is shaping its path forward for the year ahead and beyond, highlights from the annual political gathering in Beijing. A Thai cargo ship goes up in smoke in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the three commercial vessels attacked as Iranian retaliation shuts down one of the world's most critical shipping transit. And the International Energy Agency says member countries have agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from their reserves, the largest ever in a bid to ease soaring oil prices. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:01:00 GMT 1_2719296 China's national legislature reviews its work from the past year and outlines priorities for this year. We take a closer look at the global initiatives laid out by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the “two sessions.” Iran names a new supreme leader amid escalating regional tensions. And oil prices are soaring, increasing fears of supply disruptions and volatility in the financial markets. China's national leg... false 1560 full China's national legislature reviews its work from the past year and outlines priorities for this year. We take a closer look at the global initiatives laid out by Chinese President Xi Jinping at the “two sessions.” Iran names a new supreme leader amid escalating regional tensions. And oil prices are soaring, increasing fears of supply disruptions and volatility in the financial markets. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 01:53:00 GMT 1_2719261 China's top diplomat has held a press conference at the two sessions. Wang Yi describes Beijing as key to peace and security among global tensions. And Iran names Ali Khamenei son as the new supreme leader. We have reports from Iran and Washington. China's top diplomat... false 1560 full China's top diplomat has held a press conference at the two sessions. Wang Yi describes Beijing as key to peace and security among global tensions. And Iran names Ali Khamenei son as the new supreme leader. We have reports from Iran and Washington. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 03:09:00 GMT 1_2719246 Proactive and pragmatic. That’s how China describes its economic strategy and growth target for the year ahead—projections announced at the largest annual political gathering, known as the two sessions. In an escalating conflict with no end in sight, U.S.-Israeli attacks have destroyed Iran’s biggest sports stadium. And for the first time, Azerbaijan is accusing Iran of striking its territory. Proactive and pragma... false 1560 full Proactive and pragmatic. That’s how China describes its economic strategy and growth target for the year ahead—projections announced at the largest annual political gathering, known as the two sessions. In an escalating conflict with no end in sight, U.S.-Israeli attacks have destroyed Iran’s biggest sports stadium. And for the first time, Azerbaijan is accusing Iran of striking its territory. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 01:59:00 GMT 1_2719197 Ahead of the opening of China's annual political season, we look at some of the issues on the agenda for the two sessions. U.S. President Donald Trump claims that everything's been knocked out in Iran and that the strikes have left a leadership vacuum while Iran vows to respond with more crushing attacks. And the conflict is causing markets to tumble and energy prices to soar. Ahead of the opening... false 1559 full Ahead of the opening of China's annual political season, we look at some of the issues on the agenda for the two sessions. U.S. President Donald Trump claims that everything's been knocked out in Iran and that the strikes have left a leadership vacuum while Iran vows to respond with more crushing attacks. And the conflict is causing markets to tumble and energy prices to soar. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 02:19:00 GMT 1_2719171 Plumes of smoke over Tehran and growing casualties: it is now day four of a widening conflict after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran. Iran launched counter-attacks across the region as Israel and Hezbollah traded fire. U.S. President Donald Trump says the military campaign could last weeks and warns Iran of larger strikes. And China gears up for its two sessions, the country's biggest and most important political event, setting the agenda for economic and social priorities. Plumes of smoke over... false 1560 full Plumes of smoke over Tehran and growing casualties: it is now day four of a widening conflict after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Iran. Iran launched counter-attacks across the region as Israel and Hezbollah traded fire. U.S. President Donald Trump says the military campaign could last weeks and warns Iran of larger strikes. And China gears up for its two sessions, the country's biggest and most important political event, setting the agenda for economic and social priorities. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 02:10:00 GMT 1_2719154 Iran launches counter attacks following U.S.-Israeli strikes. More than 200 people have been killed in Iran, at least 11 in Israel and 3 U.S. servicemen as well. Iran is now governed by an interim leadership council after the killing of the country's supreme leader. Iran launches counte... false 1560 full Iran launches counter attacks following U.S.-Israeli strikes. More than 200 people have been killed in Iran, at least 11 in Israel and 3 U.S. servicemen as well. Iran is now governed by an interim leadership council after the killing of the country's supreme leader. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 01:33:00 GMT 1_2719136