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Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel is set to address media amid a severe economic crisis and U.S. pressure. His rare appearance may touch on U.S.-Cuba relations and the impact of the oil blockade, while reaffirming Cuba's openness to respectful dialogue.

The bodies of 84 Iranian sailors killed in a U.S. submarine attack on the IRIS Dena will be repatriated from Sri Lanka. While Washington pressures Colombo not to repatriate survivors, 240 crew members from another Iranian ship remain in the country.

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White House factions shape Trump's messaging
Economic team warns of oil shock
Political aides urge limited, quick operation
Hawks push for sustained Iran pressure
WASHINGTON, March 13 (Reuters) - A complex tug-of-war inside the White House is driving U.S. President Donald Tr

ASEAN ministers urged an immediate end to the Middle East conflict due to rising oil prices and trade disruptions affecting Southeast Asia's economies. They stressed the need for energy conservation and regional cooperation to mitigate economic impacts.

NATO air defences shot down three Iranian ballistic missiles aimed at Turkey since March 4. Turkey has protested to Iran but hasn't formally sought NATO protection. The alliance has increased missile defences in response to these threats.

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Banker Daniel Vorcaro's influence risks exposing top power brokers in an election year
He spent millions on luxury events to cement his access to power, documents show
He hired the wife of a powerful justice and met with the president
BRASILIA, March 13 (Reuters) - For years Da

WASHINGTON, March 13 (Reuters) - Four of the six crew members aboard a U.S. military aircraft that ​crashed in western Iraq are confirmed to have been killed, the U.S. ‌military said on Friday, as rescue efforts continued for the remaining two.
A U.S. military refueling aircraft crashed in western

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Travellers out of pocket as they steer clear of Middle East
Iran war drives up fuel prices and squeezes capacity
Tourists opting to stay closer to home amid travel chaos
Airlines hike ticket prices, fuel surcharges as war drags on
Conflict prompts tens of

In a virtual G7 meeting, President Trump claimed Iran was nearing surrender and praised Operation "Epic Fury." He criticized Iran's leadership and noted the ongoing conflict in the region, describing their leaders negatively.

TEL AVIV, March 13 (Reuters) - The Israeli military said it carried out an air strike on a bridge in southern Lebanon ​on Friday, in what appeared to be the first time in the current campaign against Hezbollah ‌that it acknowledged attacking civilian infrastructure.
The military said the Zrariyeh b

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An explosion occurred near the Incirlik military base in Turkey, prompting sirens and heightened NATO missile defenses following recent Iranian missile interceptions. The cause of the explosion remains unclear, as Turkey hasn't commented officially.

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Iran will avenge the blood of its martyrs, says new leader
Oil prices up, stocks down, after tankers struck in Iraqi waters
No reason given for lack of video message from supreme leader
Israel hits heart of Beirut, orders more evacuations
DUBAI/BEIRUT, March 12 (Reuters) - I

South Korean police have raided the transport ministry in connection with the investigation into the 2024 Jeju Air crash, aiming to uncover regulatory failures. Ongoing inquiries have found new evidence, raising questions about the initial investigation and accountability for the disaster that claimed 179 lives.

Nepal's Rastriya Swatantra Party, led by Balendra Shah, won a landslide victory in the March 5 general elections, securing 182 out of 275 seats. This marks a shift towards stability after years of political turmoil and paves the way for Shah's leadership amid hopes for anti-corruption reforms and economic growth.

Pakistan's bombing of Kam Air's fuel depot near Kandahar highlights escalating tensions with Afghanistan amid ongoing military conflicts. The Taliban condemned the attacks, asserting they would respond, while mediation efforts from China aimed to ease violence between the two nations.

Taiwan's parliament has authorized the government to sign agreements for four U.S. arms packages, citing urgency to secure defense support before deadlines. This follows opposition concerns over a $40 billion defense spending proposal.

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Qustodio data shows 20% of teens still use banned apps
Platforms face fines for non-compliance with age restrictions
Teen social media use usually dips during summer break, then recovers
SYDNEY, March 13 (Reuters) - One-fifth of Australian teenagers ​under 16