Trump said a deal to end the war with Iran is close, but Israeli strikes in Lebanon and warnings from Tehran are straining a fragile ceasefire. Israel ordered evacuations in Tyre’s Christian Quarter before launching a heavy strike, Lebanese state media reported.
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Iran and Israel said they halted attacks after President Trump urged both sides to stop firing amid a fragile truce. Both governments warned they would respond forcefully if the other side resumed strikes.
Three Red Cross volunteers in Congo have died after contracting Ebola during a March mission. The outbreak, affecting both Congo and Uganda, has prompted the WHO to declare a public health emergency of international concern.
President Trump removes an AI-generated image depicting him as a Christ-like figure after Christian backlash but maintains his criticism of Pope Leo. The dispute has sparked significant debate among religious communities and political allies.
Tensions in the Middle East have intensified following Israeli strikes that killed senior Iranian officials, prompting Iranian missile and drone retaliations primarily targeting the UAE and escalating violence in Lebanon involving Hezbollah. The conflict has caused significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage, drawing international concern and calls for negotiated peace, while also disrupting global energy markets and raising oil prices. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts, including a planned U.S.-China summit, face uncertainty as the conflict diverts attention and complicates international relations.
The FDA has finalized a new rule that will make it easier for gay and bisexual men to donate blood. The rule will use a set of individual, risk-based questions to reduce the risk of HIV transmission, meaning that most gay and bisexual men in monogamous relationships will no longer need to abstain from sex to donate. The new guidelines are the result of a rigorous scientific process and will take effect in the coming months, helping to ensure a safe and sufficient blood supply.
Migrants arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border are facing confusion and uncertainty due to the ending of Title 42 border restrictions, as the U.S. Border Patrol sets all-time records for 24-hour periods in processing migrants. Local officials and volunteers are struggling to provide aid to the increasing number of migrants, many of whom are fearful of retribution from immigration authorities.
On Wednesday, strong storms, including tornadoes, winds and hail, swept through parts of the Central U.S., leaving at least two people dead and several others injured. The National Weather Service issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings, and video footage from the scene showed emergency vehicles making their way past damaged buildings. The American Red Cross is providing assistance to those affected and urging people to prepare for future storms.