Iran offers to end chokehold on Strait of Hormuz and asks US to end blockade, officials say - AP News

Iran offers to end chokehold on Strait of Hormuz and asks US to end blockade, officials say  AP News

Iranian foreign minister heads to Russia, Trump says 'call us' to negotiate - Reuters

Iranian foreign minister heads to Russia, Trump says 'call us' to negotiate  Reuters

Trump says King will be 'very safe' during US visit after security talks

The state visit will go ahead despite concerns raised after a gunman targeted an event attended by the president.

Top Iranian Official in Russia for Talks With Putin on Middle East War

Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, will meet with President Vladimir V. Putin for “necessary coordination,” as negotiations with the U.S. to end the conflict have stalled.

By Ivan Nechepurenko

Italy approves extradition of alleged Chinese hacker to US

Xu Zewei accused of industrial espionage over suspected effort to steal Covid-19 vaccine secrets

King Charles steps into U.K.-Trump standoff just as new security concerns arise

His state visit begins after a gunman rattled Washington, but U.K. officials hope pomp can paper over an Iran war fracture and remind the president of the alliance’s perks.

By Michael Birnbaum, Steve Hendrix

Man who planned shooting at Washington press gala targeted Trump administration officials, authorities say

The suspect, Cole Tomas Allen, who is set to appear in court as early as Monday, wrote a manifesto in which he expressed his anger toward the government and mocked the event's security measures.

First Thing: White House correspondents’ dinner suspect to be charged as motive examined

Manifesto reportedly written by suspect had Trump administration officials at top of list. Plus, the world’s first marathon run in under two hours Good morning. The suspected gunman in the shooting at the White House correspondents’ dinner on Saturday evening, identified as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, from Torrance, California, is due to appear in court later today. What will he be charged with? He faces charges of assault of a federal officer, discharging a firearm and attempting to kill a...

By Nicola Slawson

Iran's flurry of diplomacy, as Trump insists U.S. has 'the cards'

Iran's foreign minister arrived in Russia on Monday, after a whirlwind weekend of diplomacy, seeking to gain political leverage and foreign backing as peace talks with the U.S. remain on hold.

By NPR Staff

What we know about the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting suspect and more top headlines

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Iran’s foreign minister in Russia for talks

Iran’s foreign minister in Russia for talks

How will King Charles’s state visit to the U.S. unfold?

King Charles's state visit to the United States includes high-profile formal events such as a state dinner and a speech to the U.S. Congress. There are also events in New York City and Virginia, where he and Queen Camilla will have a chance to focus on interests and causes they often devote time to — even as the trip garners attention for the broader circumstances surrounding it.

US, China and Russia are world's top military spenders, SIPRI reports

Global military spending has increased for the 11th consecutive year, and the United States, China and Russia are allocating the largest amounts among all countries worldwide.

By Khrystyna Bondarieva,Alona Mazurenko

U.S.-Iran peace talks stall. Here's where things stand — and what's next for global markets

U.S.-Iran peace talks stall. Here's where things stand — and what's next for markets

Washington hotel shooting exposes gaps in security protocols for Trump and other VIPs

US law enforcement officials are reassessing security arrangements after ⁠a gunman opened fire near the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, raising questions about ⁠how he was able to get so close to an event attended by President Donald Trump, cabinet members and lawmakers. Two former Secret Service agents and three senior US officials told Reuters on Sunday that federal agents appeared to carry out their plan to protect the president effectively on Saturday night, stopping the...

By Reuters

Iran's Araghchi visits Russia as talks with US on hold

Iran's foreign minister is continuing his diplomatic drive amid the war against his country with a trip to Russia. It comes after planned talks with the US in Pakistan were canceled.

Trump's security under scrutiny after shooting

U.S. law enforcement officials are reassessing security arrangements after a gunman opened fire near the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, raising questions about how he was able to get so close to an event attended by President Donald Trump, cabinet members and lawmakers. France 24's Fraser Jackson has the latest from Washington.

By FRANCE24

Global oil futures top $100 again after U.S.-Iran peace talks canceled

West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude prices rose after Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were told not to travel to Pakistan for negotiations

By Nora Redmond

Oz Pearlman reveals what he was showing Melania Trump as shots were fired at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

Oz Pearlman, an entertainer who was performing at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, has explained what trick he was doing for Melania Trump and Karoline Leavitt when gunfire broke out.

By Holly Bishop

Trump Calls Interviewer A 'Disgrace' For Reading WHCD Shooter’s Manifesto - Forbes

Trump Calls Interviewer A 'Disgrace' For Reading WHCD Shooter’s Manifesto  Forbes

Trump reckons with his third assassination attempt

President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents Association Dinner. Nathan Howard/Getty Images Trump spoke to "60 Minutes" on Sunday, after the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting on Saturday night. During the interview, the president was asked about the accused gunman's motives. Trump said none of the accusations in a written manifesto had anything to do with him. On Sunday, President Donald Trump reckoned with the string of assassination attempts he has faced this term. D...

U.S.-Iran Deadlock Weighs on Futures as Earnings Season Kicks Off: Dow Jones, S&P, Nasdaq, Wall Street

King Charles proceeds with four-day US state visit after White House dinner shooting scare

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Did Cole Thomas Allen wear an IDF sweatshirt during WH shooting? Viral photo sparks wild Israel conspiracy theories

Online speculation regarding Cole Thomas Allen's alleged IDF sweatshirt and possible motives has surged, though no concrete evidence supports these claims.

Third assassination attempt against Trump and a politics that could tear the US apart

By Vivek Mishra

King Charles jets to US for trip overshadowed by Iran quarrel and shooting - The Straits Times

King Charles jets to US for trip overshadowed by Iran quarrel and shooting  The Straits Times

Trump 'was not worried, understands life' during White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting

Asked if he believed he had been a target, Trump did not directly respond, instead focusing on the content of the “radicalized” suspect’s manifesto.

Iran Offers To End Hormuz Chokehold Without Nuclear Deal

Trump has questioned who is in charge in Iran at the moment and said confusion within its theocracy made it difficult to reach a deal.

King Charles jets to US for 4-day trip overshadowed by Iran quarrel and shooting

Britain’s King Charles and Queen Camilla will arrive in the United States later on Monday for a four-day trip, a tour which has taken on even greater prominence after the White House Correspondents’ dinner shooting and amid acrimony between the close allies. The state visit, by far the most high-profile and consequential of Charles’s reign, marks the 250th anniversary of the US declaration of independence from British rule, and is the first visit to the country by a British monarch for two de...

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‘A pretty sick guy’ – Trump ‘not worried’ during attack by gunman at Washington black-tie dinner

Donald Trump said he was “not worried” during an armed attack at Saturday night’s shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.

US blamed for stalled peace talks as Iran FM visits Putin

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has blamed the United States for the failure of peace talks in Pakistan, after arriving in Russia for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin.

U.S. presses Taiwan parliament to pass 'comprehensive' defense budget

Taiwan's government has said delays in passing the budget could mean Taiwan risks losing its place in the production and delivery queue for U.S. weapons.

King Charles’ visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting

King Charles’ state visit to the U.S. will go ahead as planned on Monday despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by President Donald Trump, Buckingham Palace said after discussions with U.S. officials. Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla, are due to arrive on Monday for a four-day state visit, but questions arose […]

Suspect in White House press dinner shooting wrote anti-Christian manifesto, Trump says

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the suspect accused of trying to attack administration officials at Saturday night's White House Correspondents' ‌Association dinner was a "pretty sick guy" who had an anti-Christian manifesto. Trump said in TV interviews that the suspect's family previously expressed concerns about him to law enforcement officials. The suspect, whom an official identified as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, of Torrance, California, was arrested

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Barack Obama Responds To WHCD Shooting, Calls On Americans To Reject Violence

Former President Barack Obama issued a statement today after the shooting last night at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in which an armed assailant apparently tried to get to President Trump and other administration officials. Obama called on all Americans “to reject the idea that violence has any place in our democracy.” He also called […]

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Oil up almost 3% as US-Iran peace talks stall

Pakistan still seeks to bridge US, Iran gaps despite failure of face-to-face talks

Work has not halted to bridge gaps between the United States and Iran, sources from mediator Pakistan said, despite the failure of face-to-face diplomacy after Donald Trump called off a trip by his envoys and said Iran should phone when it wants a deal. Iranian sources disclosed Tehran’s latest proposal, which would first seek to […]

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Italy extradites Chinese 'hacker' to the United States

(ANSA) - ROME, APR 27 - Italy has extradited a 33-year-old Chinese man arrested at Milan's Malpensa airport in July 2025 on a US warrant for alleged hacking and espionage on COVID vaccines and therapies, sources said. According to the FBI, Zewei Xu was part of a team that allegedly obtained information on COVID-19 research, especially from the University of Texas, starting in February 2020 at the start the outbreak of the pandemic. Xu is accused of being part of "a large-scale cyber intrusion...

By ANSA

Iran's foreign minister to meet Putin in Russia as U.S. talks stall

Trump vows to attend a rescheduled White House correspondents’ dinner following shooting - The Observer

Trump vows to attend a rescheduled White House correspondents’ dinner following shooting  The Observer

'It cannot be built fast enough': Trump pushes for White House ballroom after gala shooting

Trump lashed out when elements of the shooter’s manifesto were read out to him on 60 Minutes.

Italy to extradite suspected Chinese hacker wanted by US authorities, says source

Xu Zewei is arrested in Milan last July and accused of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft for his alleged role in computer piracy acts that took place between February 2020 and June 2021

By Reuters

Iranian FM Arrives in St. Petersburg for Talks With Putin

Abbas Araghchi's arrival in Russia comes after his trips to Oman and Pakistan, where he met with officials trying to mediate an end to the conflict.

Swiss ambassador kept calm as White House press gala shooting unfolded - SWI swissinfo.ch

Swiss ambassador kept calm as White House press gala shooting unfolded  SWI swissinfo.ch

Iran’s foreign minister arrives in St. Petersburg to meet with Putin

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in St. Petersburg in the early hours of April 27, the Iranian agencies Mehr and Irna reported.

Oil jumps as US–Iran talks stall, Hormuz tanker squeeze - Gulf News

Oil jumps as US–Iran talks stall, Hormuz tanker squeeze  Gulf News

Tristan Thompson Takes Photos With Fans Before White House Correspondents Dinner

Tristan Thompson was all smiles before the shooting at the White House Correspondents Dinner ... TMZ obtained video of him on his way in, and he was stopping to take selfies with fans. Check out this video from Saturday's event in Washington D.C.…

By TMZ Staff

Steam Game Allegedly Developed by Suspected Gunman at Trump White House Press Dinner Is Being Review-Bombed

The suspected gunman who attempted to storm the White House Correspondents' Dinner at the Washington Hilton hotel allegedly identified himself as an “indie game developer” and released a video game on Steam.

By Wesley Yin-Poole

Iran war triggers global shockwaves across energy, food and finance systems, analysts warn

The US-Israel war on Iran is sending shockwaves through global energy, food and financial systems, exposing deep structural vulnerabilities in the world economy, according to the WRI

By Eyaaz

Oil up almost 3% as US-Iran peace talks stall

Brent crude hits three-week high of $108 as Hormuz shipments stay limited

By Reuters

Oil rises, stocks swing as peace talk hopes wobble - Hürriyet Daily News

Oil rises, stocks swing as peace talk hopes wobble  Hürriyet Daily News

Iran’s foreign minister visits Russia as US talks stall

He said the campaign is also against countries that “seek a world free from unilateralism and Western domination.” The post Iran’s foreign minister visits Russia as US talks stall appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Beloved John

China Surpasses US in Research Spending – The Consequences Extend Far Beyond Scientific Ranking and Clout

The Make America Great Again mega yacht springs another leak.

By Conor Gallagher

Assassination Attempts on Trump Since 2016 - Tempo.co English

Assassination Attempts on Trump Since 2016  Tempo.co English

Oil ticks up, stocks mixed as US-Iran peace talks stalled

Oil prices rose slightly on Monday while stocks were mixed, with the U.S. and Iran no closer to ending their two-month war after President Donald Trump cancelled his envoys' t...

US Has No Plan To Renew Iranian, Russian Oil Waivers, Bessent Says

US Has No Plan To Renew Iranian, Russian Oil Waivers, Bessent Says Authored by Kimberley Hayek via The Epoch Times, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on April 24 that the United States will not renew the sanctions waivers that enabled buyers to take delivery of Iranian and Russian crude already loaded on tankers at sea. Bessent said a one-time license covering Iranian oil on the water would not be extended, calling it “totally off the table.” The parallel waiver for ...

By Tyler Durden

Iran proposes deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, defer nuclear talks: report - Geo News

Iran proposes deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, defer nuclear talks: report  Geo News

King Charles' visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting

The trip aims to mend a "strained" relationship between London and Washington.

Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia - The Daily Star

Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia  The Daily Star

Iran's Araghchi leaves Pakistan for Russia to meet Putin as US talks stall - Region - World - Ahram Online

Iran's Araghchi leaves Pakistan for Russia to meet Putin as US talks stall - Region - World  Ahram Online

Trump rushed to safety after gunshots at his first correspondents' dinner；shooter in custody, motive remains unclear: report - Global Times

Trump rushed to safety after gunshots at his first correspondents' dinner；shooter in custody, motive remains unclear: report  Global Times

Iran offers U.S. deal to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz — Axios

Iran has presented the U.S. with a new proposal to restore shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, while suggesting that negotiations on its nuclear program be postponed to a later stage.

Oil jumps again: peace talks stall as Hormuz bottleneck keeps supply tight - Nation Thailand

Oil jumps again: peace talks stall as Hormuz bottleneck keeps supply tight  Nation Thailand

Letter from Washington: Living in Trump’s Topsy-Turvy World

In her latest despatch from the US, Jovana Djurovic considers how far Trump has turned things upside down – and how Balkan states are scrambling to appease him.

By Jovana Djurovic

Oil rises, stocks swing as peace talk hopes wobble - Dhaka Tribune

Oil rises, stocks swing as peace talk hopes wobble  Dhaka Tribune

Iran foreign minister arrives in Russia as US talks remain stalled

Iran’s foreign minister visits Russia to meet Putin as US talks remain stalled. Tensions rise over the Strait of Hormuz and regional diplomacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/iran-foreign-minister-arrives-in-russia-as-us-talks-remain-stalled/

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Iran FM blames US for failure of talks after landing in Russia

Iran's top diplomat blamed Washington on Monday for the failure of talks after landing in Russia as part of a whirlwind diplomatic tour, with direct negotiations between the warring parties seemingly at an impasse. The post Iran FM blames US for failure of talks after landing in Russia appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

King's US visit will go ahead as planned, Buckingham Palace says - the-star.co.ke

King's US visit will go ahead as planned, Buckingham Palace says  the-star.co.ke

King Charles III heads to Washington on delicate mission to restore UK-US relationship - Naharnet

King Charles III heads to Washington on delicate mission to restore UK-US relationship  Naharnet

Old Hungarian Friend Sends Support to Donald Trump After Assassination Attack

File photo of Donald Trump and Viktor Orbán Outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán expressed concern following a dramatic security incident on Saturday evening, when an armed man stormed a Secret Service checkpoint at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., prompting a rapid response from agents and the evacuation of President Donald Trump. According […] The post Old Hungarian Friend Sends Support to Donald Trump After Assassination Attack appeared first on Hungary Today.

By Hungary Today

Oil rises, stocks swing as peace talk hopes wobble - Kuwait Times

Oil rises, stocks swing as peace talk hopes wobble  Kuwait Times

Victor Smith visits Seattle to advance Ghana’s drive for American investment

Victor Smith, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States has used a visit to Seattle to advance Ghana’s drive for American investment.

By Ernest Arhinful

Romanian president expresses solidarity with US after White House correspondents’ dinner shooting

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King Charles visit to US to ‘proceed as planned’ - Qatar Tribune

King Charles visit to US to ‘proceed as planned’  Qatar Tribune

April 26: Iran ramps up regional diplomacy as embattled Trump looks for off-ramp - PressTV

April 26: Iran ramps up regional diplomacy as embattled Trump looks for off-ramp  PressTV

A Peaceful Day in Trinidad, Cuba – Photo of the Day

Jodi Newell from the United States took our photo of the day: "A Peaceful Day in Trinidad, Cuba". The post A Peaceful Day in Trinidad, Cuba – Photo of the Day appeared first on Havana Times.

By Circles Robinson

Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives - thecitizen.co.tz

Trump calls suspect in press dinner attack 'pretty sick guy' whose views alarmed relatives  thecitizen.co.tz

Obama: Violence has no place "in our democracy" - Seneweb

Obama: Violence has no place "in our democracy"  Seneweb

Caught between wars, US Afghan allies trapped in Qatar without safe exit - Yahoo News Singapore

Caught between wars, US Afghan allies trapped in Qatar without safe exit  Yahoo News Singapore