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Trump Floats Possibility of Seizing Iran’s Enriched Uranium as Experts Warn of Dangerous Mission
Washington (HRNW)- US President Donald Trump has expressed the possibility of capturing Iran’s stored enriched uranium, however, defense experts have described any US military mission of this kind as extremely dangerous and practically impossible. According to foreign media reports, President Trump says that Iran’s 60% enriched uranium is stored very deep underground and is not…
General Assembly Launches “Historic” Review of UN Mandates
New York, USA (HRNW) – In a bid to tackle a deepening liquidity crisis, the UN General Assembly finalized a resolution on April 2, 2026, to overhaul and streamline thousands of existing UN mandates. The “historic” move aims to improve efficiency and accountability within the Secretariat, as officials warn that current funding levels are “perilously…
UN Appoints New Resident Coordinator to China Amid Global Shifts
Beijing, China (HRNW) – UN Secretary-General António Guterres officially appointed Stephen Jackson of Ireland as the new United Nations Resident Coordinator in China on April 2, 2026. This strategic appointment comes at a time when the UN is seeking deeper partnership with Beijing on the “Sustainable Development Goals” and South-South cooperation. The move is seen…
Search Operations Continue for US Pilot After Jet Downed Over Iran
Tehran, Iran (HRNW) – Following the reported downing of a U.S. fighter jet over central Iran on April 3, 2026, UN officials have called for immediate restraint to prevent a direct military escalation between major powers. UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged all parties to adhere to international humanitarian law regarding the treatment of missing personnel…
UN Security Council Postpones Force Authorization Vote for Strait of Hormuz
New York, USA (HRNW) – A critical vote scheduled for April 3, 2026, which would have authorized “all defensive means necessary” to protect international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, was unexpectedly postponed. Diplomatic sources cited the observance of Good Friday as a public holiday, though some insiders suggest ongoing negotiations over the draft resolution’s…
Security Council Urges De-escalation as Middle East Crises Intensify
New York, USA (HRNW) – On April 2, 2026, the UN Security Council held two high-level sessions focused on strengthening cooperation with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the League of Arab States. Under the presidency of Bahrain, the Council issued its first-ever presidential statement recognizing the GCC’s expertise in maritime security and counter-terrorism. Briefers…
Major Resignations Rock Italian Football After Third Consecutive World Cup Qualification Failure
ROME (HRNW): Italy, one of the most successful teams in football history, has faced a massive internal shakeup following its failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup for the third consecutive time. According to international media reports, Gabriele Gravina, the President of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC), has officially resigned from his position. The…
IRGC Claims Missile Strike on USS Abraham Lincoln Amid Escalating Regional Conflict
TEHRAN/WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV (HRNW): The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed to have targeted the American aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln with cruise missiles as part of what it described as the “91st wave of operations” against enemy forces. According to statements released by the Iranian military, the naval strike involved a coordinated barrage of…
Pope Leo XIV Urges Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Reopen Dialogue Amid Conflict with Iran
VATICAN CITY (HRNW): His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has made a fervent appeal to Israeli President Isaac Herzog, urging him to pursue the path of negotiations to end the ongoing war with Iran. The call, made on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, reflects the Vatican’s deep concern over the escalating violence in the Middle East….
Qatar Temporarily Suspends Visa-on-Arrival Facility for Pakistani Citizens
DOHA/KARACHI (HRNW): In a significant shift in its travel policy, the State of Qatar has announced the temporary suspension of the Visa-on-Arrival facility for Pakistani nationals. The decision, effective immediately, requires all travelers from Pakistan to secure a formal visa prior to their departure for Qatar. New Travel Requirements and Policy Shift According to official…