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Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz - Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas. 5 hrs ago - World

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Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Victory Day ceasefire -- The two sides report responding to hundreds of drone attacks, just hours into a truce to cover celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.

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Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait -- US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.

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Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension -- The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

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Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes -- The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.

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Three hikers dead after Indonesian volcano erupts - At least three people - two foreigners and one local - were killed after Mount Dukono erupted on Friday morning.

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Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says -- The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.

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Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence -- Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.

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Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity -- A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation.

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World Cup fans in China and India face broadcast uncertainty -- Broadcasters in the two countries have yet to reach deals with Fifa, just weeks before the tournament is due to start.

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Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US -- Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.

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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt -- Parents who have outstanding debt of more than $2,500 (€1,844) in child support payments could be impacted.

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Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby -- The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

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The companies making billions from the Iran war -- Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.

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Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan -- For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.

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Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll -- An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.

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'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia' -- Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.

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One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does -- A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.

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Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war -- Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.

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Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win -- Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title.

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How operation to disembark passengers on virus-hit cruise will work -- The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe reports from Tenerife, where some locals fear the ship's arrival could bring health risks.

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Who is Kumanjayi Little Baby and why has her death caused outrage in Australia? -- The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.

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Tenerife resident calls docking of hantavirus ship 'reckless' -- People on Tenerife in the Canary Islands have told the BBC they are concerned about the arrival of MV Hondius.

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Former Botswana President Festus Mogae dies aged 86 -- Announcing his death, President Duma Boko said Mogae was "a distinguished statesman and patriot".

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South Africa court rules impeachment proceedings against president should not have been blocked -- The ruling could have huge implications for the political future of Cyril Ramaphosa.

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Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island -- Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.

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Why is Japan rethinking its anti-war stance? -- Japan's PM is pushing to revise country's pacifist constitution - and it's causing controversy.

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Dozens killed in jihadist attacks on villages in central Mali -- The death toll is unclear but sources say between 30 and 50 people died in Wednesday's attacks.

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Political uncertainty in India state as film star winner falls short of majority -- Film star Vijay's party has won 108 seats - leaving him 10 short of a majority in the Tamil Nadu assembly.

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