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Israel using ceasefire to impose ‘Gaza‑style yellow zone’ in south Lebanon Exclusive
RT’s Steve Sweeney looks at how the three‑week truce is playing out on the ground
Apr 24, 2026 20:51
US to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian mine-laying boats in Strait of Hormuz – Trump
The US president claims to have “total control” of the waterway amid stalled talks
Apr 24, 2026 17:02
Middle East war fallout hits consumers worldwide EXPLAINER
Disruptions to shipping and energy flows are driving up costs, straining supply chains and reshaping global trade routes
Apr 23, 2026 20:04
US defends Russia oil sanctions waiver extension
The month-long reprieve announced last Friday was meant to cool soaring energy prices, the treasury secretary has said
Apr 22, 2026 20:56
EU energy bill spikes amid Iran war supply shock – commissioner
Daily fossil fuel import costs have exceeded $587 million since the Middle East escalation, the bloc’s energy chief Dan Jorgensen has said
Apr 22, 2026 17:41
IDF withdraws and jails soldiers for smashing statue of Jesus Christ
Images of the desecration of a crucifix by the Jewish state’s troops have triggered a global outcry
Apr 20, 2026 00:33

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