Strait of Hormuz Attacks and Virginia Redistricting Approval
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Attacks Hit Ships in Strait of Hormuz After Ceasefire Extension
A man reads a newspaper with a front page article referring to anticipated US-Iran peace talks, at a stall in Islamabad on April 22, 2026.
2,500-Year-Old Dacian Helmet Returned to Romania
Dacian gold items, a 2,500-year-old helmet and wristbands, stolen from a museum in the Netherlands and then recovered by Dutch authorities, are presented during a press conference after being returned, at the National Museum of Romanian History, in Bucharest, Romania, Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
Mexico to Boost Security at Tourist Sites After Pyramid Shooting
MEXICO CITY — Mexico's government said it was beefing up security at tourist sites after a man opened fire on tourists at pyramids outside of Mexico City less than two months before the FIFA World Cup.
Taiwan Cancels Africa Trip After Overflight Denials
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said on Tuesday that he was canceling a planned trip to Africa this week after China pressured three countries not to let him fly over their territory.
Which Path Will Rumen Radev Take for Bulgaria?
Is Bulgaria going to be governed by a second Viktor Orban? Or will the rampant corruption in the country finally be tackled?
ECJ Rules Hungary's 2021 LGBTQ Law Breaks EU Rules
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) on Tuesday ruled that Hungarian LGBTQ+ laws introduced in 2021 violated EU laws and values on multiple levels.
Japan Lifts Longstanding Limits on Arms Exports
Japan on Tuesday approved a major overhaul of defense export rules, ending long-standing restrictions on lethal weapons sales overseas and paving the way for exports of fighter jets, missiles and warships.
Trial in Istanbul Over Tourist Family's Pesticide Deaths
Skip next section Archbishop of Munich authorizes blessing of same-sex couples April 21, 2026 Archbishop of Munich authorizes blessing of same-sex couples Cardinal Reinhard Marx, archbishop of Munich and Freising, has said that priests may bless homosexual couples in the diocese.
Delhi Faces First Heatwave as Political, Diplomatic Events Unfold
Skip next section India's defense minister arrives in Berlin to talk security April 21, 2026 India's defense minister arrives in Berlin to talk security India's Minister of Defense Rajanath Singh arrived in Berlin on Tuesday for a three-day visit focused on strengthening defense ties between the two nations.
Rat Poison Found in HiPP Baby Food; Extortion Under Investigation
"HiPP is the victim of blackmail" — this is what the press release from the major German baby food manufacturer says. Over the weekend, jars of baby food contaminated with rat poison were found in Austria and two neighboring countries.
US-Iran Talks Uncertain as Leaders Trade Threats
Skip next section EU looks at buying more aviation fuel from US as shortages loom April 21, 2026 EU looks at buying more aviation fuel from US as shortages loom Germany's Lufthansa Cityline is already keeping some planes on the group amid rising fuel pricesImage: Ardan Fuessmann/IMAGO European Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas said on Tuesday that