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German males under 45 may need military approval for long stays abroad

April 5, 2026 - 06:16
Under the law, travel approvals must generally be granted and it remains unclear how the rule would be enforced if breached.
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Search for missing airman presents serious test for US

April 5, 2026 - 05:13
The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran.
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What we know so far about the US fighter jet shot down over Iran

April 5, 2026 - 05:06
The pilot of the downed jet has been safely rescued, but a search and rescue operation is still under way for the jet's second crew member, US media reports.
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Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five

April 5, 2026 - 03:54
A Russian drone hit a busy spot in the southern Ukrainian town on Saturday morning, injuring another 21 people.
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World's oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule

April 5, 2026 - 03:30
Cameroon's President Paul Biya, 93, won his eighth successive term last year in a disputed election.
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What we know so far about the US fighter jet shot down over Iran

April 5, 2026 - 02:04
The pilot of the downed jet has been safely rescued, but a search and rescue operation is still under way for the jet's second crew member, US media reports.
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UN watchdog voices 'deep concern' as Iran reports new attacks on nuclear plant

April 5, 2026 - 01:19
The International Atomic Energy Agency urges restraint to avoid a nuclear accident at Iran's Bushehr plant.
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US arrests relatives of deceased Iranian ​general Qasem ​Soleimani

April 5, 2026 - 01:12
The niece and grand-niece of Qasem Soleimani are in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials said.
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Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five

April 4, 2026 - 22:13
A Russian drone hit a busy spot in the southern Ukrainian town on Saturday morning, injuring another 21 people.
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Australians told to continue Easter travel plans despite fuel shortages

April 4, 2026 - 21:10
Hundreds of petrol stations across Australia have run out of fuel as the Iran war disrupts global oil shipments and pushes up prices.
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Fugitive mafia boss wanted for murder arrested in Amalfi Coast luxury villa

April 4, 2026 - 20:10
Roberto Mazzarella has been on the run for more than a year and was living under a false name, police say.
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Fugitive mafia boss wanted for murder arrested in Amalfi Coast luxury villa

April 4, 2026 - 20:10
Roberto Mazzarella has been on the run for more than a year and was living under a false name, police say.
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What we know so far about the search for missing US airman in Iran

April 4, 2026 - 20:00
US and Iranian forces are searching for a missing American crew member after a US warplane was shot down.
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Rescue team in Iran face 'harrowing and dangerous' search for US crew member

April 4, 2026 - 19:41
A former US marine tells the BBC the priority of any recovery team would be to look for signs of life.
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Senegal bans ministers from foreign travel as oil price rise bites

April 4, 2026 - 19:15
The fuel cost is nearly double what the government budgeted for putting pressure on stretched finances.
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Trump seeks $152m to reopen notorious Alcatraz prison

April 4, 2026 - 18:17
Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi calls the plan a "stupid notion that would be nothing more than a waste of taxpayer dollars".
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Trump seeks $152m to reopen notorious Alcatraz prison

April 4, 2026 - 18:17
Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi calls the plan a "stupid notion that would be nothing more than a waste of taxpayer dollars".
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Russia chose 'Easter escalation' over ceasefire, says Zelensky

April 4, 2026 - 17:34
Six civilians were killed and 40 others injured as Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles.
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Russia chose 'Easter escalation' over ceasefire, says Zelensky

April 4, 2026 - 17:34
Six civilians were killed and 40 others injured as Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles.
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Artemis II crew now halfway to Moon as they take 'spectacular' image of Earth

April 4, 2026 - 15:42
The snap was taken aboard the Orion capsule by its commander, Reid Wiseman, as the crew head towards the Moon.
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