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Ukraine's Zelensky calls for joint efforts to set up Hormuz mission

"In Hormuz, there are security challenges that cannot be addressed by political decisions alone," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a speech during a joint press conference with France's President Emmanuel Macron, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, March 13, 2026.

Pete Hegseth compares media to Pharisees, ancient Jewish sect derided by Christians

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, on April 16, 2026.

Italy should rethink nuclear power, IEA chief says

FILE PHOTO: International Energy Agency Executive Director Dr Fatih Birol speaks during a press conference on developments in global energy markets, in Brussels, Belgium March 6, 2026.

China says its military activities around Taiwan are 'reasonable, justified'

FILE PHOTO: A military aircraft is seen on a giant screen showing news footage about joint army, navy, air and rocket forces drills around Taiwan by the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), outside a shopping mall in Beijing, China, April 1, 2025.

Iran war exposes weakened state of Britain's armed forces - explainer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his record on the armed forces, noting he had put in place the biggest sustained increase in military spending since the Cold War.

APRIL 16, 2026ByREUTERS

Soldiers from 16 Air Assault Brigade (16 Air Asslt Bde) set up and fly their military drones after jumping from a Royal Air Force (RAF) A400M transport aircraft onto Salisbury Plain at Copehill Down training facility on March 30, 2026.

Three arrested after attempted arson at Iran International parent company office in London

The attempted arson occured on Wednesday when an ignited container was thrown towards the unnamed media organization in Wembley. No damage or injuries were reported.

APRIL 16, 2026ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS

Metropolitan Police officers stand on duty as fans of US mega-star Taylor Swift, so-called "Swifties", as arrive at Wembley Stadium in London on August 15, 2024, ahead of the first of five concerts she is playing at the stadium.

US ready to restart Iran war if no deal reached, Hegseth warns

Hegseth stated that he had a message for the Iranian leadership: "We are watching you. Your capabilities are not the same as ours. Remember, this is not a fair fight."

APRIL 16, 2026ByGOLDIE KATZ, REUTERS

Reporters raise their hands to ask questions during a briefing on the Iran war with U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine (not pictured), at the Pentagon in Washington, DC, US, April 16, 2026.

French man convicted of killing Israeli woman in 2011 shot dead in Paris

Two helmeted assailants riding a TMAX scooter approached Robic, opened fire at close range, and fled the scene within seconds, reports said.

APRIL 16, 2026ByGUY ELSTER, MATHILDA HELLER, YOAV ETIEL

Afghan women’s rights advocates urge Melania Trump to support girls facing Taliban restrictions

Over 100 Afghan women’s rights defenders have written to Melania Trump, urging her to help restore education and freedom to Afghan women and girls under Taliban rule.

APRIL 16, 2026ByARSHAD MEHMOOD/THE MEDIA LINE

Taliban Deputy Spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat speaks during a press conference about the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan, in Kabul, Afghanistan, March 3, 2026.

Europe prepares plan to replace US command in NATO if Trump decides to leave - WSJ

The plan doesn't aim to rival NATO, but rather to give Europe the tools to preserve nuclear deterrence and military cohesion against Russia.

APRIL 16, 2026ByTOBIAS HOLCMAN

A NATO flag flies at the NATO headquarters in Brussels on September 12, 2025.

Ticketmaster, Live Nation found to be holding illegal monopolies in US, jury finds

The verdict is a public rebuke of the largest US concert-ticket seller, which has been criticized by fans and artists, including Taylor Swift.

APRIL 16, 2026ByREUTERS

A general view of the Ticketmaster stanchion rope on the field during the NFL 2025 game between Los Angeles Chargers and Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on November 16, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.

UK PM Starmer tells social media firms to 'take responsibility' for children's safety online

"Social media shapes how children see themselves, their friendships, and the world around them. When that comes with real risks, looking the other way is not an option," Starmer said.

APRIL 16, 2026ByREUTERS