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Pakistan was poised on Friday to host Iranian and US delegations for negotiations in its capital, although Tehran’s participation remained uncertain after an exchange of fire between Israel and Hezbollah threatened this week’s temporary truce. Separately, Israel and Lebanon will hold talks in Washington next week, a US State Department official said, amid mounting international concern that Israel’s bombing campaign on the Tehran-backed Hezbollah militants could shatter the already fragile two-week US-Iran ceasefire. Islamabad was pressing ahead with its preparations for the high-stakes negotiations, which official sources say will canvass several sensitive points, including Tehran’s nuclear enrichment and the free…
Published on 10/04/2026 – 10:06 GMT+2 A well curated wake-up playlist is essential to start the day, as the right choice of tracks can make a morning feel brighter by dispelling the sounds of a blaring alarm clock. Ever wondered what astronauts listen to in the mornings, 406,771 kilometers from Earth? Well, wonder no more. NASA Mission Control uses music to greet astronauts and kick off their day in orbit – a practice which reportedly helps build camaraderie and boost morale among astronauts and ground teams. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration has revealed the playlist of wake-up songs handpicked…
KYIV — Russian President Vladimir Putin announced an Orthodox Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, following repeated calls by Kyiv for a pause in hostilities over the holiday period. The ceasefire would start at 4 p.m. on Saturday and last until the end of Sunday, the day Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter, the Kremlin said in a statement late Thursday. “The commander in chief ordered a stop to military actions in all directions for that period of time,” the Kremlin said, adding that it has expectations the Ukrainian side would follow the example of Russia. “At the same time, the troops have to…
The latest poll was conducted from Apr. 3 to Apr. 7, surveying more than 2,000 respondents each from Canada, U.K., France and Germany. It comes as transatlantic relations sour further over British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s refusal to support U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. Starmer has allowed the use of British airbases for defensive purposes, but has continued to receive regular criticism from a president he was at pains to build links with. The latest numbers show nearly two thirds (65 percent) of British adults now think America tends to create problems for other countries, up from 46 percent…
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Thursday a ceasefire for Orthodox Easter weekend after rejecting Ukraine’s similar proposals for a truce. “In connection with the approaching holiday of Orthodox Easter, a ceasefire is declared from 1600 on April 11 to the end of the day of April 12,” the Kremlin said in a statement. “We proceed on the basis that the Ukrainian side will follow the example of the Russian Federation.” For the past few weeks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has been calling for a ceasefire for the upcoming Orthodox Easter weekend. Ukraine’s leader proposed the Easter truce to Russia…
European stocks were mostly up in the opening on Friday, and oil prices were inching upwards amid uncertainty as the ceasefire between the US and Iran appeared fragile and the Strait of Hormuz largely remained closed ahead of talks between the two sides on Saturday. Talks between the US and Iran are expected to begin on Saturday in Islamabad, Pakistan, aimed at securing a permanent ceasefire in the Iran war, with US Vice President JD Vance set to lead the American delegation. But ahead of the talks, deadly Israeli strikes on Lebanon on Wednesday raised questions about whether the two-week…
Cruise travel has surged significantly in the last few years, with an estimated 37.7 million passengers expected to have sailed in 2025, according to the State of the Cruise Industry Report issued by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA). Themed cruises, in particular, have been seeing more interest as they blend hobbies and passions with travel and adventure. But what if you’re done with your standard Christmas or blues-themed cruisesand are looking for something a little different? We look at some of the most offbeat voyages to try on your next at-sea getaway. Meow Meow Cruise: Kitty trivia, scavenger hunts…
US hip-hop artist and DJ Afrika Bambaataa, best known for his 1982 hit ‘Planet Rock’, has died aged 68. The news was announced by his former record label Tommy Boy Records: “With his passing, we reflect on his contributions to the genre and broader culture, which continue to this day.” Celebrity news publication TMZ reported that Bambaataa died from complications of cancer at about 3 am Thursday in Pennsylvania. Born Lance Taylor in 1957 to Jamaican and Barbadian immigrant parents, in the Bronx borough of New York City, the hip-hop icon got his start by hosting block parties. Bambaataa then…
Hungarians may be the ones voting this Sunday — but all EU citizens have something at stake in the outcome of the election. After years of obstructionism under PM Viktor Orbán, a new leader in Budapest could mark a turning point for the EU. But is Hungary’s relationship with Brussels dominating the campaign domestically to the same extent it is internationally? On today’s episode, host Sarah Wheaton speaks with journalist Abigail Frizon (a former EU Confidential trainee) who is filming a documentary about the Hungarian election. She takes us inside the swell of support for the Tisza opposition party based on conversations she’s had with voters on the ground. Plus, she unpacks the top issues for Hungarians that may have been missed abroad. Then Sarah is joined by Nick Vinocur, our…
Published on 10/04/2026 – 7:51 GMT+2•Updated 8:00 On today’s show: Top story: Euronews’ Stefan Grobe on the US-Iran fragile ceasefire as US Vice-President JD Vance travels to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran. Euronews’ Shona Murray breaks down NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte’s meetings with US officials in Washington. Interview with Ömer Bolat, Turkey’s Trade Minister, on economic ties and regional tensions. Euronews EU News Editor Maria Tadeo on the stakes for Europe in Hungary’s elections, taking place this Sunday. Ádám Magyar live from Budapest on Hungary’s election campaign as the vote approaches. Interview with Annalena Baerbock, President of the…