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• 트럼프 행정부는 제재 캠페인 확대의 일환으로 이란에 대한 포괄적 봉쇄를 시행하며 'Operation Economic Fury'를 발표했습니다. • 이번 이니셔티브는 이란에 대한 경제적 압박의 상당한 격상을 의미하며, 더욱 공격적인 조치를 향한 미국 외교 정책의 변화를 나타냅니다. • 이번 조치는 중동의 광범위한 지정학적 긴장 속에서 이루어졌으며, 미국과 이란 간의 수개월에 걸친 외교적 긴장 이후에 나온 것입니다.

• Jim Chalmers 재무장관은 노동당이 '구조적으로 결함이 있는' 예산을 복구하려는 시도의 일환으로 '과도기적' 변경안을 시사했습니다 • 최신 업데이트를 위해 Australia news 라이브 블로그를 팔로우하세요 • 속보 이메일, 무료 앱 또는 데일리 뉴스 팟캐스트를 받아보세요

파디 사크르(Fadi Saqr)는 다마스쿠스 타다몬(Tadamon)에서 민간인을 대량 학살한 혐의를 받고 있으며, 사람들은 그가 반드시 법의 심판을 받아야 한다고 말합니다. 한 시리아 고위 관리가 가디언(the Guardian)에 전한 바에 따르면, 시리아 인권 위원회는 아사드 정권 내 민병대 지도자였던 파디 사크르를 인도에 반한 죄 및 전쟁 범죄에 연루된 혐의로 기소하기 위한 소송을 준비하고 있습니다. 사크르는 국방군(National Defence Forces, NDF) 민병대의 전직 사령관으로, 다마스쿠스 타다몬 지역 및 시리아 수도의 다른 지역에서 민간인을 대량 학살하고 강제 실종시킨 혐의를 널리 받고 있습니다. 계속 읽기...

51명의 무슬림을 살해한 Australian 백인 우월주의자가 열악한 정신 건강으로 인해 범행을 자백하게 되었다고 말했습니다 2019년 Christchurch의 두 모스크에서 51명의 이슬람 예배자를 살해한 Australian 백인 우월주의자가 유죄 인정에 대한 항소를 제기하는 것이 저지되었습니다. New Zealand의 상급 법원 중 한 곳이 그의 시도가 “전혀 가치가 없다”고 판단했기 때문입니다. New Zealand 역사상 최악의 총기 난사 사건의 범인인 Brenton Tarrant는 지난 2월, 가혹한 교도소 환경이 자신의 정신 건강에 영향을 주어 범죄를 인정하도록 강요받았다며 항소 법원에 유죄 인정에 대한 항소 허가를 요청한 바 있습니다. Continue reading...

• 88세의 DC 연방 하원 대표 엘리너 홈즈 노턴은 시 정부를 향한 지난 30년 만에 가장 심각한 트럼프의 연방 위협에 단호하게 대응했습니다. • 뮤리엘 바우저의 동맹들로부터 지지를 받는 노턴은 트럼프의 이러한 조치를 지역 통제권을 확보하기 위한 정치적 승리로 보고 있습니다. • 이번 대치 상황은 연방 정부와 DC 거버넌스 사이의 지속적인 권력 투쟁을 강조합니다.

• 투팍의 의붓형제인 모리스 '모프림' 샤쿠르는 화요일 로스앤젤레스 상급법원에 1996년 살인 사건에 연루된 듀안 '케페 D' 데이비스와 이름이 밝혀지지 않은 피고들을 상대로 사망 책임 소송(wrongful death lawsuit)을 제기했다. • 소장에서는 데이비스의 1급 살인 재판이 다가오는 가운데 새로운 진전이 있으며, '거의 30년 만에 처음으로 실마리들이 하나로 모이기 시작했다'고 주장했다. • 투팍은 1996년 9월 7일 라스베이거스의 MGM Grand와 Caesars Palace 인근에서 자신의 BMW 옆으로 흰색 캐딜락이 다가왔을 때 네 차례 총격을 받아 사망했다.

• Sevii는 2026년 4월 28일, 머신 속도와 규모로 발생하는 대량의 AI 기반 사이버 공격에 대응하기 위한 자율 사이버 스웜 방어(CSD) 기능을 출시했다고 발표했습니다. • ADR 플랫폼은 위협을 탐지, 격리 및 복구하는 데 15분 미만이 소요되는 Agentic AI Cyber Warrior 에이전트를 배치하며, 자산당 고정 가격 모델을 통해 AI 토큰 비용을 제거함으로써 분석가의 업무량을 95% 감소시킵니다. • CSD 모드는 효율적인 마이크로 오케스트레이션을 위한 Myrmidon Defense Technology(MDT)를 특징으로 하며, Synergem Technologies의 CEO Frank Holt가 언급했듯이 추가 고용이나 외주 없이도 예측 가능한 예산 책정을 가능하게 합니다.

Subject of charges remains unclear, after earlier case over congressional testimony was dismissedUS politics live – latest updatesSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailThe justice department filed new criminal charges against James Comey, the former FBI director, on Tuesday, according to a person familiar with the matter.The subject of the charges was not immediately clear and the justice department did not immediately return a request for comment. CNN first reported a new indictment had been filed. Continue reading...

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...