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H5N1 Bird Flu Wipes Out 75% of Baby Seals on Remote Australian Island, Study Finds

Early Wednesday, marine‑traffic data revealed that three Iranian tankers—Diona, Hero II and Sonia I—traversed the U.S. blockade line into the Arabian Sea, carrying 3.8 million barrels of crude for the first time in months. While President Trump promised removal, the U.S. Navy keeps the block in effect until the Swiss‑hosted agreement is finalized, underscoring the volatile mix of sanctions, maritime strategy and diplomatic negotiations.

Early Wednesday, marine‑traffic data revealed that three Iranian tankers—Diona, Hero II and Sonia I—traversed the U.S. blockade line into the Arabian Sea, carrying 3.8 million barrels of crude for the first time in months. While President Trump promised removal, the U.S. Navy keeps the block in effect until the Swiss‑hosted agreement is finalized, underscoring the volatile mix of sanctions, maritime strategy and diplomatic negotiations.

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Residents reported gunfire coming from the entrance of Niamey airport around 06:00 local time, continuing for about an hour. The incident follows a January assault on the same airport that an Islamic State affiliate claimed responsibility for. Niger's military junta, which came to power after a coup amid escalating violence, has not yet issued a statement. Amid an ongoing militant Islamist insurgency affecting Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, this event highlights the fragile security situation in the Sahel region.

Residents reported gunfire coming from the entrance of Niamey airport around 06:00 local time, continuing for about an hour. The incident follows a January assault on the same airport that an Islamic State affiliate claimed responsibility for. Niger's military junta, which came to power after a coup amid escalating violence, has not yet issued a statement. Amid an ongoing militant Islamist insurgency affecting Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, this event highlights the fragile security situation in the Sahel region.

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In a historic move at the G7 summit, U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict that began on 28 February.  The deal immediately lifts most U.S. sanctions, promises $300 billion for Iranian reconstruction, and reopens the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days, but leaves the nuclear issue open for further talks.  While Iranian officials pledge compliance, U.S. lawmakers are sharply divided, with some applauding the ceasefire and others condemning the concession as a diplomatic blunder.

In a historic move at the G7 summit, U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the conflict that began on 28 February. The deal immediately lifts most U.S. sanctions, promises $300 billion for Iranian reconstruction, and reopens the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days, but leaves the nuclear issue open for further talks. While Iranian officials pledge compliance, U.S. lawmakers are sharply divided, with some applauding the ceasefire and others condemning the concession as a diplomatic blunder.

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