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Netanyahu orders direct talks with Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced direct negotiations with Lebanon aimed at dismantling Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations between the countries.
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Ukrainian president expressed willingness to meet with Putin in Middle East, Europe, or US venues. Trilateral talks with Russia postponed due to US focus on Middle East ceasefire.
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Tesla revives plan for cheaper, smaller electric SUV
Tesla is developing a new compact electric SUV after Elon Musk cancelled a similar project in 2024, sources say.
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Delta, Southwest raise checked bag fees by $10 amid fuel costs
Delta and Southwest join United and JetBlue in increasing baggage fees as jet fuel prices surge due to Middle East tensions.
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April 7, 2026
Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah releases U.S. journalist Shelly Kittleson
Independent reporter freed after seven days in captivity in Baghdad; group demanded release of detained members in exchange.
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April 7, 2026
FIFA opens disciplinary case against Spain over racist chants
FIFA launched an investigation into the Spanish Football Federation following offensive chants during a March 31 friendly against Egypt at Cornellà-El Prat stadium.
Football
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April 7, 2026
Bayern defeats Real Madrid 2-1 at Bernabéu in Champions League quarterfinal
Luis Díaz and Harry Kane scored for Bayern, who dominated the first half. Mbappé replied for Real Madrid in the second leg at Allianz Arena.
Football
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April 7, 2026
USMNT striker Agyemang ruled out of World Cup with Achilles injury
Patrick Agyemang suffered a serious Achilles tendon injury during Derby County's match Monday, ending his World Cup hopes.
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April 7, 2026
Pakistan asks Trump to extend Iran ultimatum by two weeks
Pakistan's prime minister urged Trump to delay his deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress in diplomatic efforts to end Middle East conflict.
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April 7, 2026
One attacker killed in gunfire at Israeli consulate in Istanbul
Three armed men opened fire near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday; one was killed and two wounded. Two police officers sustained minor injuries.
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April 7, 2026
Trump threatens Iran with strikes as Hormuz deadline looms
President Trump issued grave warnings ahead of an 8 p.m. Eastern deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as U.S. military strikes hit Iranian oil infrastructure.
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April 7, 2026
U.K. bars Kanye West from entry; Wireless Festival cancelled
The Home Office denied West's travel application, citing concerns his presence would not be conducive to public good. The London festival, scheduled for July, is now cancelled with full refunds offered.
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April 7, 2026
Israel warns Iranians to avoid trains ahead of Trump deadline
Israel's military issued an urgent warning to Iranian civilians to avoid train travel until 9 p.m. local time Tuesday, hours before a U.S. deadline expires.
Space
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April 6, 2026
Artemis II astronauts break Apollo 13 distance record from Earth
Four crew members surpassed the 248,655-mile mark set by Apollo 13 in 1970, reaching 252,757 miles during lunar flyby.
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April 6, 2026
Trump threatens Iran, demands journalist reveal leak source
Trump threatened to destroy Iran's infrastructure and jail journalists over reporting on a rescued US airman shot down by Iran.
Middle East
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April 6, 2026
Israel strikes southern Lebanon and areas near Beirut
Israeli airstrikes killed at least 39 people in Lebanon on Sunday, including in previously safer areas around the capital.