Algeria’s ex-minister of industry jailed in high-profile corruption case
Former minister among several people jailed in corruption case that saw prison sentences of between three and 10 years.
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Trump seeks ‘resolution’ of his $10bn lawsuit against IRS, spurring concern
Critics warn that Trump could arrange his own settlement by negotiating with a US Justice Department under his control.
From: NewsFeed
Iran rejects Trump claim on deal to surrender nuclear material stockpiles
Iran has rejected suggestions by Donald Trump that it has agreed to hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium.
Published On 17 Apr 2026
US Congress extends controversial surveillance power under FISA for 10 days
The measure has long been criticised for allowing US intelligence agencies to collect citizen data without a warrant.
From: NewsFeed
Macron demands assurances after Iran opens Strait of Hormuz
French President Emmanuel Macron said he welcomed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the Lebanon ceasefire.
Published On 17 Apr 2026
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Bulgaria elections: Who’s running and what’s at stake?
Bulgaria has held seven national elections in the past four years because of political and social divisions.
US panel approves Trump’s design for massive arch in Washington, DC
The proposed 76-metre arch would tower over other iconic landmarks in Washington, DC, and has attracted scrutiny.
US State Department restricts visas for those who ‘support adversaries’
Trump administration says it has taken action against 26 people ‘across our hemisphere’ who allegedly undermined US.
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Pope Leo urges peace in visit to Cameroon’s conflict-hit northwest
Pope Leo XIV was in Bamenda in conflict-hit northwest Cameroon, urging peace in a region beset by deadly fighting.
Published On 16 Apr 2026
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10-day Lebanon-Israel ceasefire announced by Trump
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire starting at 21:00 GMT on Thursday, said US President Donald Trump.
Published On 16 Apr 2026
El Salvador publishes law allowing life sentences for minors as young as 12
The new sentencing measure comes as President Nayib Bukele oversees a four-year-long state of emergency against crime.
