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Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump hopes for historic deal
Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump hopes for historic deal

Israel and Lebanon on Thursday extended a shaky ceasefire by three weeks, President Donald Trump announced Thursday, as he voiced hope for a historic three-way meeting soon and a potential peace deal.

April 23, 2026

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G20 summit invites to include Russia: US official
G20 summit invites to include Russia: US official

An invitation to the December G20 summit in the United States will be sent to Russia as a member of the organization, a senior US official said Thursday.

April 23, 2026

Last-gasp Tomas stunner sends Stuttgart into German Cup final
Last-gasp Tomas stunner sends Stuttgart into German Cup final

Tiago Tomas' stunning 119th-minute back-heel sent Stuttgart to a German Cup final meeting with Bayern Munich after a 2-1 extra-time home win over Freiburg on Thursday.

April 23, 2026

Rights groups warn World Cup visitors over US travel
Rights groups warn World Cup visitors over US travel

More than 120 rights groups including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) issued a travel advisory on Thursday warning that visitors to the 2026 World Cup could face "serious rights violations" due to the US government's immigration policies.

April 23, 2026

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Trump 'gold card' visa granted to one person so far: US commerce chief
Trump 'gold card' visa granted to one person so far: US commerce chief

Only one person has been approved for US President Donald Trump's "gold card" visa program so far, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Thursday, referring to a million-dollar residency card unveiled last year.

April 23, 2026

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Trump to meet Lebanon, Israel envoys on truce extension
Trump to meet Lebanon, Israel envoys on truce extension

US President Donald Trump will meet Lebanese and Israeli envoys at a new round of peace talks Thursday, with Beirut seeking a one-month extension of a shaky ceasefire set to expire.

April 23, 2026