World News

• Trump blasts close ally Meloni, says she’s failing US on Iran

  Trump publicly rebukes Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, accusing her of lacking courage on Iran, as Italy suspends its defense agreement with Israel.

• Israel's spy chief says Iran mission will only end when 'extremist regime' is replaced

  Mossad Director Dadi Barnea reportedly said Israel's campaign against Iran will end only once the extremist regime in Tehran has been replaced.

• Trump squeezed between Israel and Turkey as Netanyahu, Erdogan escalate feud

  Israel–Turkey tensions escalate sharply as Netanyahu and Erdogan clash over Gaza, Iran and regional influence, creating a diplomatic challenge for Trump.

• 'Not on our watch': Global law enforcement leaders unite in Poland against hate

  Rising antisemitism since the Oct. 7 massacre drives a new global law enforcement effort focused on protecting vulnerable communities from hate crimes.

• Zelenskyy announces 'the future is here' after war's first all-robot capture

  Ukraine captured a Russian position using only unmanned robots and drones, Zelenskyy says, calling it a first in the history of the war with Russia.

• China slams US military blockade of Strait of Hormuz as a 'dangerous and irresponsible move'

  China slammed the U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a "dangerous and irresponsible" move, urging all parties to honor a ceasefire agreement.

• Gunman opens fire at high school in Turkey, wounding at least 16

  At least 16 people were hurt after a former student opened fire inside a high school in Siverek, Turkey, before killing himself, officials said.

• Kim Jong Un oversees cruise missile launches from prized new North Korean warship

  State media claims Kim Jong Un watched cruise and anti-ship missile launches from North Korea's new warship Choe Hyon during Sunday's weapons tests.

• Macron under fire over Iran, Hezbollah policy as Trump admin hosts Israel-Lebanon talks

  Macron faces intense criticism for demanding Lebanon's inclusion in the ceasefire while Israel accuses France of undermining its efforts against Iran and Hezbollah.

• Iran secures UN role with backing from UK, France, Canada, Australia as US stands alone

  Western democracies face backlash for allowing Iran and other authoritarian regimes to secure influential U.N. seats as the U.S. stood alone in opposition.

• Pakistani general says Iran diplomacy still alive, despite US blockade, failed talks

  The U.S. naval blockade on Iran may be leverage to resume diplomacy, says retired Pakistani general, as both sides were reportedly close to a deal.

• Could Somaliland base emerge as US foothold against Iran, Houthis in key sea lanes?

  Somaliland is offering the U.S. a Red Sea port and air base at Berbera as Iran pushes Houthis to disrupt shipping through the Bab-el-Mandeb strait.

• China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader

  China says it will restore some ties with Taiwan, including direct flights and aquaculture imports, following a visit by opposition leader Cheng Li-wun.

• ‘Gate of Tears’ at risk: Iran threatens major new global chokepoint if US moves on Hormuz

  Senior Middle East advisor warns Iran could use Houthi proxies to blockade the Bab al-Mandeb strait if the U.S. blocks the Strait of Hormuz.

• Iran in crisis as US talks collapse, Mojtaba’s ‘mafia’ regime blocks Khamenei burial: analyst

  Analyst says Iran's delay in burying Supreme Leader Khamenei over 40 days after his killing reveals a deepening crisis inside the Islamic Republic.

• Pope Leo XIV to visit fastest-growing Catholic continent during 4-nation Africa trip

  Pope Leo XIV begins a four-nation African visit Monday, traveling to the fastest-growing continent for the Catholic Church on his fourth foreign trip.

• Viktor Orbán concedes defeat as opposition leader heads for potential supermajority win

  Orbán conceded defeat Sunday as opposition leader Péter Magyar surged toward a landslide victory, signaling a major political shift in Hungary.

• Hungarians vote in record numbers as Trump-ally Viktor Orbán faces biggest electoral threat since 2010

  Hungarians vote in pivotal election pitting PM Viktor Orbán against rival Peter Magyar. Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary last week and met with the prime minister.

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  MILAN VFW BINGO

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  All-Member Spring Art Show

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  Apr 14, 2026 at St Teresa Parish Community Center

East Central FFA Students Compete at State, One Advances to Nationals

Congrats to the six students who made it to the state level.

Overnight Lane Closures Needed on Carroll Cropper Bridge

Single lane closures scheduled for tonight on I-275 eastbound and westbound within the project area.

One Killed in Three-Vehicle Accident in Ripley County

The crash occurred near the Delaware Fire Department.

First ORVC Report of 2026 Spring Season Released

See the top performers in baseball, softball, boys golf and track and field.

East Central Students Recognized at IHSAA Foundation Banquet

These two students have bright futures.

Local Sports Report - April 13, 2026

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