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By AFP, Anadolu, AP and Reuters Published On 8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026 Israeli air raids have torn through densely populated commercial and residential districts in central Beirut without warning, striking the heart of the capital just hours after a ceasefire was announced in the United States-Israeli war with Iran. Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health … Read more
Video captured scenes of chaos and destruction in Beirut as the Israeli military carried out widespread attacks. Source link
Published On 8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026 Since its construction in 1875, Mumbai’s Sassoon Dock has evolved from a vital trading gateway to the Gulf to a commercial centre for textiles, spices and opium. In recent decades, it became the heart of Mumbai’s fishing trade. Today, the harbour stands uncharacteristically quiet. Fishing boats cluster together … Read more
NewsFeed The Democratic Republic of Congo is expecting to receive ‘third-country’ deportees after a deal with the US. Some people are unhappy with the deal, arguing that conflict and insecurity make life difficult enough without the added consequences of more arrivals. Published On 8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026 Click here to share on social media … Read more
Israel has backed a ceasefire between the US and Iran but made clear it does not extend to Lebanon. Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett reports that as Israeli strikes continue, residents remain wary after repeated violations of past ceasefires and ongoing displacement. Published On 8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026 Click here to share on social media … Read more
Countries in the region welcome the temporary truce and urge negotiations for the war’s permanent end. Iran and the United States have agreed to a two-week ceasefire and allow safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz. The warring sides agreed to suspend attacks as the war entered its 40th day, with hopes now pinned on … Read more
The 15-year-old opener hit 39 off 14 balls as Rajasthan Royals put on 150-3 in 11 overs against Mumbai Indians. Published On 8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been hailed as “amazing” and “fearless” after the 15-year-old underlined his rare talent with an audacious display against superstar Indian bowler Jasprit Bumrah in the … Read more
NewsFeed Donald Trump’s announcement of a two-week ceasefire paves the way for negotiations on a 10-point plan proposed by Tehran to end the war, which the US president called ‘workable’. Here’s what it involves. Published On 8 Apr 20268 Apr 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share googleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo … Read more
Washington, DC – Politicians in the United States have largely welcomed the truce between the US and Iran, with some of President Donald Trump’s Republican allies voicing scepticism about a possible deal, as Democrats renewed calls for accountability over an “illegal war”. Trump announced the ceasefire on Tuesday, about 10 hours after proclaiming that a … Read more
The person released is believed to be Japanese broadcaster NHK’s Tehran bureau chief, Shinnosuke Kawashima. Published On 7 Apr 20267 Apr 2026 A Japanese citizen has been released on bail in Iran, according to Japan’s top government spokesperson, months after their detention amid the country’s antigovernment protests. The Embassy of Japan in Iran confirmed on … Read more