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Iran rejects Trump threat, announces new rules for Strait of Hormuz
Iran rejected a warning from US President Donald Trump and announced new regulations for the Strait of Hormuz.
2 dead, 32 including Bangladeshi rescued as boat capsizes in Mediterranean Sea
At least 70 migrants are missing after a wooden boat carrying 105 passengers, including women and children, sank in the Mediterranean Sea on Sunday (April 5), reports The New York Times.
Hezbollah claims missile strike on Israeli warship, 54 killed in Lebanon
Hezbollah has claimed responsibility for a missile strike targeting an Israeli military vessel off the Lebanese coast, amid escalating cross-border hostilities.
Trump threatens to hit Iran's power plants, bridges by Tuesday
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran for keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed and continuing attacks on neighbouring Arab countries. He threatened strikes on Iran's power plants and bridges if the strait is not reopened by Tuesday.
Iran claims destruction of two US aircraft, two helicopters
Iran has claimed to have destroyed two US C-130 transport aircraft and two Black Hawk helicopters during an operation to rescue missing pilots, according to a BBC report.
Oman, Iran in talks to reopen Strait of Hormuz
High-level discussions have been held between Oman and Iran regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical energy supply routes. The meeting at the deputy foreign minister level between the two countries was also attended by experts.
India buys oil from Iran after 7 years
Indian refiners have purchased Iranian oil amid the Middle East conflict that has disrupted supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, the oil ministry said on Saturday (April 4).
Iran nuclear facility strike could devastate generations: WHO chief
World Health Organisation Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has expressed concern over the safety of Iran's nuclear facilities following US-Israeli strikes, particularly after an attack near the Bushehr nuclear power plant.
China bans creation of digital humans using AI
China’s cyberspace regulator has released draft regulations to oversee the development and use of digital humans, emphasizing transparency, child protection, and content safety. The proposed rules were published on Friday for public comment until May 6.
Iran executes two over alleged role in anti-government protests
Iran has executed two men convicted over their alleged involvement in anti-government protests and an attempted attack on a military facility in Tehran, according to state-linked media reports on Sunday (April 5).