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Explosives Found Near Balkan Stream Pipeline, Serbia and Hungary Say

The leaders of Serbia and Hungary announced on Sunday that explosives were found near a pipeline in Serbia that transports Russian gas to Hungary. "Our ⁠units ⁠found an explosive of devastating power," Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said in a post on Instagram.

Dozens Missing After Migrant Boat Capsizes Near Lampedusa

At least two people have died and dozens more are missing after a boat carrying migrants capsized in the Mediterranean Sea, advocacy groups said on Sunday. A total of 32 survivors were rescued out of more than 100 people who were believed to be on board the small boat when it capsized. "Tragic Easter shipwreck.

Trump Sees Good Chance of Iran Deal, Issues Stark Warning

Skip next section WATCH: How downed US airman was rescued inside Iran April 6, 2026 WATCH: How downed US airman was rescued inside Iran US forces have rescued a second service member who had been missing since Iran downed an F‑15 fighter jet on Friday.

India growth forecast cut to 6% amid Iran conflict

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Pope Leo XIV Urges Leaders to Choose Peace Over War

Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff on Sunday, greeting thousands of faithful Catholics at St. Peter's Basilica and Square in Rome. In his remarks, Pope Leo amplified his urgent plea for world leaders to abandon schemes of domination and power. "Let those who have weapons lay them down!"

Is Narva Seeking to Join Russia?

Looking at an ordinary map of Estonia, Narva is simply another city on the eastern borders of the European Union. But the city of around 52,000 is more significant than that. Narva, in Estonia's Russian-speaking east, is becoming a flash point for debates about European security, identity and the future of the bloc.

Humpback 'Timmy' Still Alive Near Wismar

Skip next section Polonium-labeled vial found in German town April 6, 2026 Polonium-labeled vial found in German town German authorities have launched an investigation after a vial labeled Polonium-210 was found during an Easter egg hunt in southern Germany.

Trump Ultimatum to Iran; Artemis II Nears Lunar Flyby

Iran Deadline, Trump's War Politics, Artemis II Lunar Flyby Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day.