From: Counting the Cost
Is Iran’s economy buckling under war pressure or holding up?
The Iran war has deepened the damage to its sanctions-hit economy, but oil revenues have provided a crucial cushion.
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Pope Leo visits Cameroon with message of peace amid attacks from Trump
US President Donald Trump has lashed out at pope over calls for peace and criticism of US war on Iran.
What is Trump-backed SAVE America Act and what could it mean for US vote?
US Senate resumes debate on controversial bill requiring more proof of citizenship, which Trump calls top priority.
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Blood, Sweat and Sugar
The sugar industry’s bitter legacy, built on slavery, exploitation and environmental damage, is still resonating today.
Published On 15 Apr 2026
Why has Italy’s Giorgia Meloni suspended a defence pact with Israel?
Italy’s decision has little immediate impact, but marks an unprecedented U-turn by one of Israel’s staunchest allies.
Trump threatens to fire Fed Chair Powell if he doesn’t step down by May 15
In a Fox Business interview, Trump says he will fire Powell if he does not vacate his board seat when his term ends.
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US-Iran talks: What’s the latest on mediation efforts?
Tehran rejects US conditions on nuclear arms; sanctions relief and strait control fuel diplomatic deadlock in Islamabad.
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Double standards? Why Israel’s nukes get a pass while Iran is scrutinised
Israel’s policy of opacity about its nuclear capability contrasts sharply with the focus on Iran’s programme.
China’s Xi meets Russian FM Lavrov, calls relations with Moscow ‘precious’
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with top Chinese leadership to discuss the Iran war and other concerns.
South Africa appoints former apartheid-era negotiator as US ambassador
Roelf Meyer will replace the South African ambassador who was expelled from the US by President Donald Trump in 2025.
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Haiti’s Culture Ministry fires workers over citadel stampede that killed 25
At least nine people have been arrested following the stampede, including police officers and ministry employees.
