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Global Sumud flotilla halted by Israeli navy off Crete, prompting German-Italian protest Germany and Italy warn the interception of the Global Sumud flotilla may breach international law, calling for respect …

Germany and Italy Rebuke Israel After Interception of Global Sumud Flotilla Germany and Italy criticize Israel after its navy intercepted the Global Sumud flotilla; they urge respect for law and …

UN warns Strait of Hormuz closure is “strangling the global economy” UN chief Antonio Guterres warns the Strait of Hormuz closure is strangling the global economy, prolonging supply-chain disruptions and …

IMF Warns of Rising Economic Cost of War as Global Inflation and Supply Risks Grow Global finance watchdog flags higher prices, strained supply chains and fiscal pressures from conflicts in …

Gaza-bound aid mission intercepted by Israeli speedboats in Greek waters, organisers say Organisers say Gaza-bound aid mission vessels were intercepted by Israeli military speedboats west of Crete on 29 April …

Israel Sanctions Fundraising for Global Sumud Flotilla as About 100 Vessels Head to Gaza Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz has signed an order to sanction the fundraising campaign for the …

Global military spending rises for 11th year, SIPRI says SIPRI’s April 28, 2026 report finds global military spending rose for an 11th consecutive year, highlighting open-data limits and regional drivers …

Chinese automakers seize spotlight as BYD, Geely and Xiaomi escalate global push Chinese automakers dominated China’s auto show, unveiling 180+ models as BYD, Geely and Xiaomi push aggressive export plans …

Hormuz crisis deepens as Islamabad locks down and US‑Iran talks stall Hormuz crisis deepens as Islamabad locks down amid stalled US-Iran talks; shipping reroutes, Panama Canal fees jump and regional …