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Mystery Deepens Over Sunken Russian Cargo Ship Allegedly Carrying Nuclear Reactors to North Korea
Initial reports indicate multiple explosions occurred aboard the vessel, which reportedly contained two nuclear reactors; details remain limited as investigation unfolds.
Zelenskyy's Ex-Chief of Staff Named Suspect in $10.5 Million Money-Laundering Probe, Ukrainian Officials Say
Andriy Yermak, who resigned in November and led Ukraine's US negotiations, is suspected alongside several other senior officials including former Deputy Prime Minister Oleksii Chernyshov.
Ukraine May Have Turned Tide of Russian Territorial Gains, Says Think Tank
The Institute for the Study of War reports Russian forces lost 116 square kilometres in April as Ukraine reversed months of territorial losses.
Robert Kagan Warns U.S. Faces Likely Defeat in Iran as Strait Standoff Continues
The Brookings senior fellow and former Iraq war advocate says Iran's control of Hormuz gives Tehran more leverage than a nuclear weapon would, with no viable military solution short of full invasion.
Mark Hamill Posts AI-Generated Image of Trump in Grave, Draws Conservative Criticism
The Star Wars actor deleted the post from Bluesky but screenshots spread online; he later said he wants Trump to 'live long enough' to face accountability.
Rescuers Find Body of Indonesian Hiker After Mount Dukono Eruption as Search for 2 Singaporeans Continues
The 1,355-meter volcano on Indonesia's remote Halmahera Island erupted Friday, spewing ash 10 kilometers into the air while 20 climbers were ascending despite safety restrictions.
Iranian Official Calls Reported Peace Proposal 'Americans' Wish List'
Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for the Iranian parliament on national security, said Iran is ready to respond with harsh measures if the U.S. does not make concessions.
Esper: Further US Military Action in Iran 'More Probable Than Not'
Former defense secretary says tensions with Tehran could prompt additional strikes as ceasefire violations continue since April 7 agreement.
Europe's Luxury Giants Are Slipping as American Brands Quietly Take Over
French conglomerate LVMH reports seven consecutive quarters of declining sales while Coach, The Row, and Ralph Lauren gain ground with younger consumers seeking understated aesthetics.
The Memo: Iran War Settles Into Strange Limbo Without Escalation or End in Sight
Secretary of State Rubio said the main military operation is over, but a conclusive peace deal remains elusive as gas prices climb to $4.48 per gallon.