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Israel is moving towards elections faster than expected, Netanyahu's coalition is cracking, and polls suggest his bloc is short of a governing majority. Does that mean the end of the road for Israel's longest-serving prime minister?

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed the United States' desire to expand energy ties with India, highlighting historic US production and export levels. Ahead of his visit, Rubio emphasized India's role as a "great partner" and discussed potential opportunities, including Venezuelan oil, to address energy price concerns.

MS Dhoni's participation in IPL 2027 is uncertain. Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad stated that even the team is unaware of Dhoni's return next season. Dhoni missed IPL 2026 due to injury. CSK's campaign ended with a loss to Gujarat Titans. The team faced challenges with injuries and a young squad.

The Middle East remains on edge as high-stakes negotiations between Iran and the United States enter what U.S. President Donald Trump called the “final stages.” Speaking to reporters, Trump said both sides were “right on the borderline,” signaling that a possible agreement to end the conflict could be close — but warning that military escalation remains very much on the table. Trump warned Tehran that further attacks could follow if Iran fails to accept a deal acceptable to Washington. At the same time, he claimed the U.S.-led blockade around Iran has been fully effective, saying no vessel had managed to breach it. “Not one ship has gotten through the blockade. Thirty-seven have tried — they all wish they didn’t,” Trump declared.

The death of 33-year-old former model and actor has triggered a legal battle, with her family alleging dowry harassment and evidence tampering, while her in-laws countered with personal claims against her

U.S. federal prosecutors have announced criminal charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro in connection with the 1996 downing of civilian aircraft operated by a Miami-based exile group. U.S. Acting Attorney General said the case includes charges related to destruction of aircraft and four counts of murder tied to the deaths of Armando Alejandre Jr., Carlos Alberto Costa, Mario Manuel de la Peña and Pablo Morales. Watch

Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez is set to visit India next week for oil sales discussions, as the US aims to bolster energy ties with New Delhi. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted India as a key partner, expressing readiness to increase energy exports. This comes as Venezuela, possessing vast oil reserves, seeks to diversify its energy market.

CNN White House correspondent Kaitlan Collins confronted Vice President JD Vance in a pair of tense exchanges over the administration’s stance on the Iran conflict and the January 6 Capitol riot cases. Collins pressed Vance on President Donald Trump’s remarks about Americans’ financial concerns amid the Iran crisis, prompting Vance to accuse her of “misrepresenting” his earlier comments. The CNN anchor also questioned whether the administration would rule out taxpayer-funded compensation for January 6 defendants convicted of assaulting police officers. Vance refused to categorically reject the possibility, saying each case would be reviewed individually. WATCH.

Tensions flared during a heated congressional hearing when CENTCOM chief Adm. Brad Cooper sharply pushed back against Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton over U.S. military strategy and casualties in Iran. The confrontation erupted after Moulton questioned how many more Americans would “have to die for this mistake,” referring to the escalating conflict and Washington’s regional policies. A visibly angered Cooper called the remark “entirely inappropriate,” triggering a dramatic exchange before lawmakers and military officials. The tense moment highlighted growing divisions in Washington over the human cost of America’s involvement, as pressure mounts on the Pentagon amid rising instability and fears of wider regional escalation. Watch.