World

Soldati pakistan a protezione della Zona Rossa di Islamabad, possibile sede dei colloqui Usa-Iran (Ansa-Epa)

Middle East

US-Iran talks in Pakistan: "Vance and Ghalibaf have confirmed their presence."

Washington and Tehran negotiating teams are eagerly awaiting a new round of talks to reach a lasting ceasefire.

epa12737583 A mourners lays flowers in front of the 'Le Constellation' bar in Crans-Montana to commemorate the victims of the deadly fire at the venue, Crans-Montana, Switzerland, 14 February 2026. Forty-one people, mostly teenagers, lost their lives and 115 were severely injured in the fire at the bar during New Year’s celebrations in the Swiss Alps resort of Crans-Montana. EPA/ALESSANDRO DELLA VALLE

The case

Crans-Montana, families of the injured are being billed thousands of euros for treatment in Switzerland. The Canton: "A mistake." Meloni: "An insult as well as a mockery."

The Sion hospital is charging up to €70,000 for just a few hours of hospitalization. The prime minister said: "It's disgusting that such costs could fall on the victims or on Italy."

The memory

A year ago, Pope Francis said goodbye. The nurse's story: "He shook my hand and went into a coma."

Massimiliano Strappetti, who had been at the Pope's side for years, expressed his emotion: "He wanted to go to Ukraine. When he learned I was divorced, he asked me: 'Will they give you communion?'"

USA

The Maga world is in turmoil, with a revolt against Trump: "The attack was staged."

Tycoon targeted by his own supporters for the Iran war, and a conspiracy theory emerges: "The attempted assassination was staged in Pennsylvania."

Motorcyclists ride past a billboard featuring Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif (C) and Army Chief and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir (L) in Islamabad on April 20, 2026 ahead of anticipated US-Iran peace talks. Iran insisted it has no plan to attend a new round of negotiations with the United States on April 20, as uncertainty grows over a push to stop the Middle East war from resuming. (Photo by Asif HASSAN / AFP)

Middle East

Second round of talks, Trump: "Agreement on Wednesday or bombs." Tehran: "No to negotiations under threat."

With less than 48 hours to go until the ceasefire expires, the Iranian delegation is also expected in Islamabad. The Strait of Hormuz remains closed.

(FOTOGRAMMA DA VIDEO) Due persone sono rimaste uccise e altre ferite durante un attacco israelo-americano al ponte B1 nella città di Karaj, situata a ovest di Teheran. Il ponte era in costruzione e sarebbe diventato il più lungo del Medio Oriente. Teheran 2 aprile 2026. X.com + ATTENZIONE LA FOTO NON PUO' ESSERE PUBBLICATA O RIPRODOTTA SENZA L'AUTORIZZAZIONE DELLA FONTE DI ORIGINE CUI SI RINVIA + NPK

The point of view

The Middle East Conflict: Geopolitical Power Dynamics or Misjudgment?

US-Iran-Israel relations, and the pressing need for a solution that can reconcile the defense of national economic interests with international stability

the earthquake

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes Japan, prompting evacuations due to a tsunami warning.

The epicenter was in the sea off the coast of Sanriku Prefecture.

the war

US-Iran negotiations resume in Pakistan. Trump: "Deal or more bombs."

The second round of negotiations was met with Trump's usual threats. His deputy, J.D. Vance, was also in Islamabad.

the proposal

Spain, Sanchez presses: "Suspend the EU-Israel agreements."

The Spanish prime minister points the finger at Tel Aviv for human rights violations. The proposal is on the table, but the 27 European countries have consistently lacked unanimity.

in Louisiana

Eight children killed in US shooting

After the massacre, the attacker fled and died during a firefight with the police.

Middle East

Trump sends Vance to Islamabad, but Tehran says no to a second round of negotiations: "The US demands are excessive."

The tycoon warns: "No blackmail or willingness to raze power plants and bridges." And on Israel: "A great ally, unlike others."

Ukraine

Kiev: Man shoots crowd in massacre

At least six people were killed and several injured. The suspect, believed to be from Moscow, was neutralized by special forces.

epa12896086 Israeli soldiers gather at an area in northern Israel ahead of crossing the Israelâ€“Lebanon border, 17 April 2026. Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, which went into effect at midnight on 16 April. EPA/ATEF SAFADI

Middle East

A new attack in Lebanon killed a French peacekeeper, "victim of an ambush." Three others were injured.

President Emmanuel Macron confirmed: "Everything suggests that Hezbollah is responsible."

Middle East

Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz. The US: "Enough blackmail; without a breakthrough, the war will resume."

The tug-of-war between Washington and Tehran continues

war

A truce in Lebanon has been reached. Tehran reopens Hormuz but cuts short its nuclear program: "We won't give up our uranium."

New round of negotiations on Sunday, the tycoon ready to fly to Islamabad

epa12891392 British Prime Minister Keir Starmer departs his official residence at 10 Downing Street to attend Prime Minister's Questions at the Parliament, in London, Britain, 15 April 2026. EPA/NEIL HALL

United Kingdom

Epstein case, new high-profile resignations in England. Starmer pressured: "He should resign."

Following the Mandelson scandal, Foreign Office official Olly Robbins backtracked: "He knew, but he kept quiet." The prime minister is under fire.

epa12891897 Fisherman is seen against the liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker ETYFA-Prometheas at the Malacca Strait in Malaysia, 15 April 2026. The US has begun restricting vessels entering or leaving Iranian ports in an effort to curb Iran’s energy exports. According to US officials, ships transiting the Gulf or calling at third-country ports such as Saudi Arabia or the UAE are not affected. EPA/FAZRY ISMAIL

the announcement

Iran: "The Strait of Hormuz is completely open." Trump: "An agreement with Tehran is close."

All commercial vessels will be allowed to pass through for the remainder of the truce. A new round of talks between Washington and Tehran will begin Sunday.

USA

Pentagon chief Hegseth's gaffe: He wants to quote the Bible, but it's a scene from Pulp Fiction.

During a religious service, the Secretary of Defense read the verse "Ezekiel 25:17." Not the real one, but the revised version from the Tarantino film.