Iran declares Hormuz open as Lebanon ceasefire begins
Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz open to commercial shipping on Friday, as a ceasefire came into effect in Lebanon, raising hopes that two of the main obstacles to a US-Iran peace deal could have been cleared.
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Pope Leo comes into his own with Trump spat
Mild-mannered and measured no longer: US President Donald Trump's threat to destroy Iran's centuries-old civilisation was the red line that prompted Pope Leo to show his colours, analysts say.
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Alcaraz withdraws from Madrid Masters after wrist injury
Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from the Madrid Masters on Friday, increasing concerns over whether he will be able to defend his Roland Garros title.
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Arteta tells spluttering Arsenal to embrace title pressure ahead of Man City showdown
Mikel Arteta has urged spluttering Arsenal to embrace the "huge privilege" of facing Manchester City in a potentially decisive showdown in the Premier League title race.
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Chelsea star Caicedo signs seven-year contract extension
Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo has signed a lucrative seven-year contract extension that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2033.
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Key Atlantic current could weaken more than expected: study
A key Atlantic Ocean current system that helps regulate the planet's climate could weaken more than expected by 2100, with potentially devastating consequences worldwide, a new study has found.
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International law 'matters more than ever' in chaotic world: UN head
International law is more important than ever at a time when even core countries in the global system are calling it into question, the United Nations secretary general said on Friday.
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Frenchwoman who married GI sweetheart returns home after ICE ordeal
A Frenchwoman who moved to the United States to marry a Vietnam war veteran she first met six decades ago returned to France Friday after she was detained by US immigration authorities, the foreign minister said.
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Renard sacked as Saudi Arabia coach ahead of World Cup
Frenchman Herve Renard told AFP on Friday he has been relieved of his duties as Saudi Arabia coach, less than two months before the start of the 2026 World Cup.
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If Man City lose 'it's over', says Guardiola ahead of Arsenal title showdown
Pep Guardiola said that an Arsenal victory at Manchester City on Sunday would end the Premier League title race, but that his side would have a lot more work to do even if they beat the Gunners.
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