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Iran says it still controls strait, not seeking talks, after Trump halts bombing

Iran maintains control of the strait and rejects talks despite a halt in U.S. bombing operations.

China targets offshore trusts – including Hong Kong

China is launching a sweeping tax clampdown on offshore trusts to target the overseas wealth of tycoons and billionaires.

Macron holds crisis meeting as monster wildfires drive 250,000 from their homes

President Macron has convened a crisis meeting as devastating wildfires in France force 250,000 people to flee their homes.

Drone Barrage Hits Crimea Power Grid, Triggers Outages

Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina over Milei's remarks

India’s Gen Z protesters puncture Narendra Modi’s aura of invincibility

Gen Z-led protests in India have forced Prime Minister Narendra Modi to concede, challenging his long-standing image of political invincibility.