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• La administración Trump ha anunciado la 'Operación Furia Económica', implementando un bloqueo integral contra Irán como parte de una campaña de sanciones ampliada. • La iniciativa representa una escalada significativa en la presión económica contra Irán, marcando un cambio en la política exterior de EE.UU. hacia medidas más agresivas. • Esta acción se produce en medio de tensiones geopolíticas más amplias en Oriente Medio y sigue a meses de tensión diplomática entre EE.UU. e Irán.

• El tesorero Jim Chalmers había indicado cambios propuestos ‘transitorios’ mientras Labor intenta reparar un presupuesto ‘estructuralmente defectuoso’ • Siga nuestro blog de noticias de Australia en vivo para obtener las últimas actualizaciones • Reciba nuestro correo electrónico de noticias de última hora, nuestra aplicación gratuita o nuestro podcast diario de noticias

Fadi Saqr es acusado de asesinatos masivos de civiles en Tadamon, Damascus, donde la gente dice que debe enfrentar a la justicia. Una comisión de derechos siria está preparando un caso acusando a Fadi Saqr, un líder de milicia dentro del régimen de Assad, de participación en crímenes de lesa humanidad y crímenes de guerra, según ha declarado un alto funcionario sirio a The Guardian. Saqr es un antiguo comandante de la milicia National Defence Forces (NDF) y es ampliamente acusado de participar en la matanza masiva y la desaparición forzada de civiles en el barrio de Tadamon de Damascus, así como en otras partes de la capital siria. Continuar leyendo...

El supremacista blanco australiano que asesinó a 51 musulmanes afirmó que su mala salud mental le obligó a admitir los crímenes. El supremacista blanco australiano que asesinó a 51 fieles musulmanes en dos mezquitas de Christchurch en 2019 se le ha impedido apelar sus declaraciones de culpabilidad, después de que uno de los tribunales más altos de New Zealand afirmara que su petición carecía “totalmente de mérito”. Brenton Tarrant, responsable del peor tiroteo masivo en la historia de New Zealand, solicitó al tribunal de apelación en febrero que se le permitiera apelar sus declaraciones de culpabilidad, alegando que las duras condiciones carcelarias habían afectado su salud mental y le habían obligado a admitir los crímenes. Continuar leyendo...

• La delegada del Congreso de DC de 88 años, Eleanor Holmes Norton, respondió de manera desafiante a la amenaza federal más seria al gobierno de la ciudad en 30 años por parte de Trump. • Norton, apoyada por aliados de Muriel Bowser, considera las acciones de Trump como una victoria política para el control local. • El enfrentamiento subraya las luchas de poder en curso entre la gobernanza federal y la de DC.

• Maurice 'Mopreme' Shakur, el hermanastro de Tupac, presentó el martes una demanda por muerte por negligencia en el Tribunal Superior de Los Ángeles contra Duane 'Keffe D' Davis y otros acusados no identificados involucrados en el asesinato de 1996. • La demanda afirma que "por primera vez en casi 30 años, los hilos están empezando a unirse" en medio de nuevos avances mientras se acerca el juicio de Davis por asesinato en primer grado. • Tupac recibió cuatro disparos mortales el 7 de septiembre de 1996 en Las Vegas, cuando un Cadillac blanco se acercó a su BMW cerca del MGM Grand y el Caesars Palace.

• Sevii anunció el lanzamiento de su capacidad Autonomous Cyber Swarm Defense (CSD) el 28 de abril de 2026, para contrarrestar ciberataques de alto volumen impulsados por IA a velocidad y escala de máquina. • La plataforma ADR despliega agentes Agentic AI Cyber Warrior que detectan, contienen y remedian amenazas en menos de 15 minutos, reduciendo la carga de trabajo de los analistas en un 95% con un modelo de precios fijo por activo que elimina los costos de tokens de IA. • El modo CSD cuenta con Myrmidon Defense Technology (MDT) para una microorquestación eficiente, lo que permite una presupuestación predecible sin contrataciones adicionales ni subcontratación, como señaló Frank Holt, CEO de Synergem Technologies.

El objeto de los cargos sigue sin estar claro, después de que se desestimara un caso anterior sobre el testimonio ante el Congreso Política de EE. UU. en vivo – últimas actualizaciones Regístrese en el correo electrónico del boletín Breaking News US El Departamento de Justicia presentó nuevos cargos penales contra James Comey, el exdirector del FBI, el martes, según una persona familiarizada con el asunto. El objeto de los cargos no quedó claro de inmediato y el Departamento de Justicia no respondió de inmediato a una solicitud de comentarios. CNN informó primero que se había presentado una nueva acusación formal. Continuar leyendo...

Tehran’s UN envoy says ‘full respect’ of Iran’s rights also key for lasting regional stabilityUS is being ‘humiliated’ by Iran’s leadership, says Friedrich MerzWe are restarting our live coverage of the US-Israeli war on Iran.Iran needs “credible guarantees” against more US-Israeli attacks before it can ensure security in the Gulf, Tehran’s envoy to the UN has said, while on a Russian visit Iran’s foreign minister blamed Washington for the failure of peace talks.Donald Trump is unhappy with an Iranian proposal on the war because it does not address Iran’s nuclear program, Reuters cited a US official as saying on Monday, after Trump discussed the proposal with his top national security aides. Iran had offered to end its closure of the strait of Hormuz if the US lifted its blockade and ended the war in a proposal that would postpone discussions on Iran’s nuclear program, the Associated Press reported earlier, citing two unnamed regional officials. Later reporting quoted White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt as saying the proposal was “being discussed”.Lebanese president Joseph Aoun said direct talks with Israel sought to end the war on Lebanon and that those who dragged Lebanon into it were the ones committing “treason” – a jab at the Iran-backed militia Hezbollah, which claimed several attacks on Israeli targets in south Lebanon on Monday.Iraq’s newly elected president nominated businessman Ali al-Zaidi as the country’s prime minister-designate on Monday, after the country’s leaders yielded to US pressure not to support the bid of a former premier close to Iran.The Coordination Framework – an alliance of Shia factions with varying links to Iran – had initially backed powerbroker Nouri al-Maliki to become the country’s next premier, but Trump’s ultimatum left Iraqi leaders looking elsewhere.The US and Iran clashed at the UN on Monday over Tehran’s nuclear program and its selection to be one of dozens of vice-presidents at a month-long conference to review the nuclear non-proliferation treaty. US official Christopher Yeaw said Iran’s selection was an “affront” to the treaty. Tehran’s envoy to the International Atomic Energy Agency, Reza Najafi, rejected the US statement as “baseless and politically motivated”. Continue reading...

Hollywood star expected to testify about claim a fellow actor confided in her that she was uncomfortable about a bathing request from another colleagueFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastHollywood star Rebel Wilson has entered a courthouse ahead of giving evidence in her high-profile defamation battle against the star of her directorial debut.The Pitch Perfect star is being sued by Charlotte MacInnes, the Australian lead actor of musical comedy The Deb. Continue reading...

After she had to travel out of state to access care, Rachel Fulton joined the Center for Reproductive Rights’ suit, which an appeal has now halted indefinitelyIt was the worst day of Rachel Fulton’s life. She stood outside her doctor’s office, reeling with the news that her dearly wanted pregnancy needed to end. But her day would, somehow, become even worse: Fulton lives in Tennessee, where abortion is banned except for very narrow threats to the patient’s life. She had to travel hours to another state to receive care from an unfamiliar doctor far from home.Fulton joined a lawsuit, along with five other patients, in 2023 against the state of Tennessee for violating their right to life. The American Medical Association and two doctors also joined the lawsuit because they say they have been prevented from providing the standard of care for their patients. Continue reading...

• Russia's Mikhail Ulyanov stated in Vienna that US tactics of strength, blackmail, ultimatums, and deadlines fail against Iran and undermine talks. • Hours before Araghchi's Moscow meeting with Putin, Ulyanov criticized Washington's approach amid broader Eurasian conflicts involving Ukraine and Iran. • The remarks align with Iran's regional tour, including Pakistan and Russia, as Tehran coordinates with allies against US pressure.

Trump officials use incident at correspondents’ dinner to pitch case for $400m project, arguing it will be ‘safe space’US politics live – latest updatesThe US Department of J (DoJ) has used the weekend shooting in Washington DC to pressure a preservation group to drop a lawsuit seeking to halt the construction of Donald Trump’s White House ballroom.Several Trump administration officials, including the president, seized on the incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner to advance their case for the completion of the controversial $400m project, for which the White House’s East Wing was suddenly demolished, arguing the new ballroom was needed as a “safe space”. Continue reading...

• The First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF (CIBR) experienced a pullback in recent trading sessions amid market volatility. • Investors assess buy-the-dip opportunities as the ETF tracks key US cybersecurity firms. • RAD Intel, a holding, scaled from $10 million to over $220 million valuation since acquiring its AI engine in 2021, achieving 5,400% growth.

• The U.S. House of Representatives is voting on historic impeachment articles against President Trump, escalating political tensions. • The proceedings, labeled 'TRUMP IMPEACHMENT LIVE,' involve key Democrats and Republicans debating charges related to recent executive actions. • This development could lead to Senate trial, impacting midterm election strategies and party unity.

Claudia–Liza Vanderpuije has fully withdrawn allegations relating to her former co-host, her lawyers sayThe TV presenter Claudia–Liza Vanderpuije has withdrawn claims against her former Channel 5 News co-host Dan Walker after reaching a “mutual agreement” with the broadcaster and ITN.Vanderpuije, who co-hosted a show with Walker for a year between 2022 and 2023, had filed claims of unfair dismissal, discrimination and harassment on grounds of race and sex, and breach of contract. Continue reading...

Paramount Skydance CEO fetes administration as it weighs $110bn merger with CNN parent WarnerBros DiscoveryDozens of protesters, including members of Congress, gathered along the National Mall on Thursday to protest an “intimate” dinner being held by Paramount Skydance chief executive David Ellison “in celebration of the First Amendment” and “honoring the Trump White House and CBS White House Correspondents”, and attended by Donald Trump.Paramount has faced criticism for the dinner, which has been seen by some as illustrative of the cozy relationship between the Ellisons and the White House – right as the Trump administration is weighing whether to approve the company’s $110bn merger with CNN parent company WarnerBros Discovery. The dinner comes before Saturday’s White House correspondents’ dinner, which Trump will attend. His defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, is expected to sit at one of the many tables bought by CBS News for the event. Continue reading...

Leaders will discuss how to respond to surging energy prices amid the war in the Middle EastEurope live – latest updatesEU leaders have welcomed the end of diplomatic deadlock over a long-awaited €90bn (£78bn) loan for Ukraine, after the bloc finalised the agreement along with a 20th package of sanctions against Russia.After weeks of delay, the EU signed off on the loan on Thursday, in time for summit talks in Cyprus that are scheduled to begin in the evening and will include talks over a dinner with the Ukrainian leader, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Continue reading...

ICC judges say there are substantial grounds to believe Duterte guided anti-drugs crackdown that killed thousandsThe former president of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, will face trial at the international criminal court (ICC) after judges unanimously confirmed charges of crimes against humanity over his “war on drugs”.Pre-trial judges concluded on Thursday that there were substantial grounds to believe Duterte was responsible for the crimes against humanity of murder and attempted murder in relation to anti-drugs crackdowns which led to the killing of thousands of people. Continue reading...

• US stock indexes rose on April 22, 2026, with the S&P 500 up 0.9% nearing its all-time high, Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining 317 points or 0.7%, and Nasdaq composite jumping 1.3%. • Brent crude oil surged 3.6% to $102.04 per barrel due to uncertainty over the US-Iran war impacting Persian Gulf petroleum flows. • Corporate earnings boosted shares: GE Vernova soared 12.1% after exceeding first-quarter profit expectations, Boston Scientific rallied 8.6%, Boeing climbed 5.7%, and Philip Morris rose 6.9%.

• United States stock market climbed 1.3% over the last 7 days, building on a 35% increase over the past year with forecasted 16% annual earnings growth. • Strong fundamentals highlight undiscovered gems like Winchester Bancorp with 3283.33% earnings growth and 49.13% revenue growth at 121.44% debt-to-equity. • Top penny stocks include Village Farms International at $2.87 share price with $344.16M market cap, signaling opportunities in resilient sectors.

Day of action to support workers set for 1 May – who is organizing May Day Strong, and how can people join?Anyone who attended one of the 3,000 No Kings protests in March might have learned of the latest effort to protest against Trump administration policies: May Day Strong.The single-day protest on 1 May is taking its cue from the massive day of action that shut down Minneapolis in January by asking Americans not to shop, work or go to school. Rallies, marches and teach-ins will also take place across the country. Continue reading...

• 88-year-old congressional delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton is leading a back-seat response to the most serious federal threat to D.C.’s government in 30 years. • The challenge targets local autonomy, echoing Muriel Bowser's conflicts with Trump policies. • Victory for D.C. allies could preserve home rule amid national partisan divides.

• Susie Wiles has been reinstated as President Trump’s Chief of Staff after a brief ouster amid internal White House tensions. • Her return stabilizes key operations as the administration navigates midterm preparations and policy pushes. • Wiles' pro-Trump influence is expected to shape staffing and strategy through 2026 elections.

HMRC confirms it will fight London tax tribunal’s finding that it has been overcharging for years under the lawEV charging shake-up looks to help UK households solve off-street parking problemThe UK’s tax authorities have decided to fight against a ruling that would cut VAT across all public electric car chargers, despite a judge finding they have been overcharging for years under the law.Charge My Street, a not-for-profit charging company, last month argued successfully that VAT should have been charged at 5%, rather than 20%, in a case at a London tax tribunal that could have a significant impact on electric car drivers’ costs. HM Revenue and Customs on Tuesday confirmed it will appeal against the ruling. Continue reading...