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Toyota is considering buying back a $28 billion parts supplier. This could lead to the largest jump in Toyota Industries shares since 1984.
In the Vatican, cardinals will secretly gather on May 7 to elect a new Pope. About 135 cardinals will participate in the conclave.
Oil prices rose due to US-China trade talks and a possible increase in OPEC+ supply. Brent rose to $67.08, WTI to $63.26 per barrel.
30-year-old Kai-Ji Adam Lo is accused of running over a crowd in an SUV. 11 people died, including children, dozens were injured, authorities are investigating motives.
India Responds to Shelling from Pakistan, Intensifying Search for Militants After Terrorist Attack. Both Countries Terminate Agreements Amid Escalating Tensions.
Iran announced the repulse of a large-scale cyberattack on its infrastructure. This happened after an explosion in the country's largest port and the breakdown of negotiations with the United States regarding the nuclear program.
Donald Trump's approval rating among Americans has fallen. Most do not support his initiatives, 55% of respondents do not approve of his activities at all.
The Trump administration is preparing to report on its first 100 days. Plans include trade deals, peace talks and changes to immigration policy. Critics point to rights violations and alienation of allies.
A powerful explosion and fire occurred in the Iranian port of Shahid-Rajai, the likely cause of which is chemical materials. 14 people died, more than 750 were injured.
During the funeral of Pope Francis in Rome, there will be large-scale security measures. Three thousand law enforcement officers will patrol the streets, and drones and snipers will monitor from the air.
UN food and refugee agencies are planning cuts due to falling funding, especially from the US. Donor aid will be reduced by 40% in 2025.
The impact of US tariffs on the Ukrainian economy will be insignificant due to small exports. However, some exporters will be able to redirect supplies to other markets.
Cardinals must decide whether to allow Angelo Becciu, convicted of embezzlement, to vote in the conclave. Becciu, who was dismissed and accused by Francis, believes he has the right to vote.
The European Commission has initiated a revision of EU road safety rules, which should help save thousands of lives by 2050. It also proposes technical inspection of electric vehicles and emission checks.
In the city of Nantes, France, a high school student carried out a massacre at a school. As a result of the attack, one person died and three were injured, one of them in serious condition.
Nicusor Dan emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine and the need to increase Romania's defense spending to 3. 5% of GDP by 2030. He also noted the role of the Kogalniceanu airbase for US influence.
South Korean prosecutors have charged Moon Jae-in with bribery related to the employment of his son-in-law. The son-in-law allegedly received a bribe of $177,506.
India has suspended the issuance of visas to Pakistani citizens after a terrorist attack in Kashmir that killed 26 people. Pakistanis have been ordered to leave India within 48 hours, and advisers have been declared persona non grata.
South Korean law enforcement officials have stated that Chinese startup DeepSeek has been transmitting user data and their requests without permission. The company has previously been accused of leaking data to Bytedance.
Oil prices rise after falling as investors weigh OPEC+ output increase and signals on tariffs from the White House. The US and Iran are holding talks on the nuclear program.
An attack on tourists took place in Indian Jammu and Kashmir, killing 26 people. The "Kashmiri Resistance" group claimed responsibility, calling the victims agents.
Peskov said that the Russian Federation continues contacts with the United States regarding the settlement of the war, but will not discuss the details publicly. A meeting of US and Ukrainian envoys in London was canceled.
Negotiations between the US, Ukraine, and the EU to end the war in Ukraine have collapsed due to disagreements. Washington offered controversial concessions, causing concern.
The European Commission is considering banning EU firms from entering into new contracts for Russian fuel. It is also assessing legal ways to terminate gas contracts with Russia without penalties.
A mass attack on tourists took place in the Indian region of Jammu and Kashmir. As a result of the incident, 26 people died and 17 were injured, including foreigners.
On Wednesday morning, air raid sirens sounded in southern Israel due to a missile attack from Yemen. The missile was intercepted, there were no casualties or damage.
Haiti's main hospital has stopped operating due to gang attacks on the city of Mirebalais. Humanitarian organizations are scaling back their activities, and most hospitals in the capital are not functioning.
In the mountain resort town of Pahalgam, armed attackers opened fire on vacationers. The nationality of the victims has not yet been established, but at least 20 victims are known.
China is leading the car industry's technological revolution, but competition is hampering profitability. Xpeng is having difficulties, and experts predict that only a dozen companies will survive.
The United States has completed its campaign to increase import duties on solar cells from Southeast Asia. The duty rate for Asian manufacturers ranges from 41% to 3500%.