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WorldMar 25

Japanese Defense Member Arrested After Incident at China Embassy

A member of Japan's Self-Defense Forces was arrested following an incident at the Chinese embassy in Japan.

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WorldMar 19

Gulf Energy Facilities Evacuated Amid Regional Tensions, Oil Prices Rise 5%

Energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar were evacuated as regional tensions escalate, causing oil prices to jump 5 percent.

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WorldMar 19

European allies decline US request for Iran mission support

European NATO allies, including the UK and Germany, declined a US request to join a mission protecting shipping in the Gulf from Iranian threats.

15 sources
WorldMar 18

U.S. Reportedly Demands Cuban President's Removal in Negotiations

Sources say the Trump administration told Cuba that President Díaz-Canel must step down for negotiations to progress meaningfully.

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WorldApr 10

Countries Adjust Tourism Taxes as Destinations Grapple with Visitor Management

Japan plans to triple its tourist tax while Netherlands sees visitor drops after VAT increases, highlighting tourism policy challenges.

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WorldApr 11

Man charged in connection with four Channel crossing deaths

A man has been charged following the deaths of four people who drowned attempting to cross the English Channel.

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WorldMar 12

Iranian Women's Soccer Players Seek Asylum in Australia After Tournament

Multiple players from Iran's women's national soccer team have applied for asylum in Australia following their participation in the Women's Asian Cup.

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WorldApr 9

Guatemalan man pleads guilty in smuggling case linked to 2021 Mexico crash that killed 53

Daniel Zavala Ramos pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges related to a human smuggling operation that resulted in a deadly truck crash in Mexico.

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WorldMar 5

U.S. Submarine Sinks Iranian Warship in Indian Ocean

A U.S. submarine torpedoed an Iranian naval vessel in the Indian Ocean, marking the first such attack since World War II.

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WorldMar 7

Iran Conflict Spreads as Weapons Stockpiles and Gas Prices Become Key Concerns

An escalating Iran conflict is expanding geographically while raising concerns about weapons supplies and driving up U.S. gas prices by 22 cents per gallon.

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WorldApr 5

Russian Baltic Port Resumes Crude Oil Loading Operations After Recent Attacks

A major Russian Baltic Sea port has resumed crude oil loading operations following recent attacks that had disrupted activities.

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WorldMar 26

US Reportedly Considers Middle East Troop Deployment Amid Regional Tensions

Reports suggest the US may deploy airborne troops to the Middle East as regional strikes intensify, while Iran permits certain ships through Strait of Hormuz.

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WorldMar 6

Iran Strikes Prompt Flight Cancellations, Leave Travelers Stranded in Qatar

Iranian military strikes in the Middle East have led to widespread flight cancellations, stranding hundreds of thousands of passengers including Americans in Qatar.

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WorldMar 10

Israeli Strikes Target Fuel Depots in Tehran, Sending Smoke Over Iranian Capital

Israeli military strikes on energy infrastructure in Tehran created large smoke plumes over the Iranian capital city.

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WorldApr 14

Iran reportedly to execute female protester and husband amid ongoing crackdown

Iran plans to execute its first female protester and her husband in connection with anti-government demonstrations, according to reports.

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