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Interpol arrest warrant requested in Congo-Brazzaville for Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas

Football federation president on the run with wife and sonConviction in absentia of wide-ranging corruption chargesAuthorities in Congo-Brazzaville have applied to Interpol for an international arrest warrant against Jean-Guy Blaise Mayolas, the president of the country’s football federation, Feco...

30/03/2026 15:34 The Guardian
Families hardest hit by energy crisis could be given funds dispensed by councils in England

As Iran war continues, ministers debate several options for extending support to householdsBusiness live – latest newsFamilies hardest hit by the looming energy crisis caused by the Iran war could be given funds dispensed by local councils, under plans being considered by UK ministers keen to keep...

30/03/2026 14:46 The Guardian
Starmer says UK won’t get ‘dragged into Iran war’ and there is no need for drivers to stock up on petrol – UK politics live

UK PM to chair meeting on government’s response to economic consequences of Iran war later on MondayStarmer complained about other parties whipping up division, and he specifically criticised Nick Timothy, the shadow justice secretary, for “complaining about Muslims praying in public”.Labour,...

30/03/2026 14:34 The Guardian
Putin likely to stage another Salisbury-style attack, exiled oil tycoon says

Mikhail Khodorkovsky says Russian security services may seek to create a ‘sense of vulnerability’ in BritainVladimir Putin is likely to stage another Salisbury-style attack on UK soil unless the government adopts more aggressive tactics against the Kremlin, the exiled Russian billionaire Mikhail...

30/03/2026 14:25 The Guardian
Trump appears to relax oil blockade on Cuba as Russian tanker arrives

US president says he has ‘no problem’ with countries sending oil to Cuba, in potential lifeline to island nationMiddle East crisis – live updatesDonald Trump appears to have relaxed his blockade on fuel-starved Cuba after a Russian tanker reached the Caribbean island carrying 100,000 tonnes of...

30/03/2026 14:13 The Guardian
Starmer pledges to tackle new cost of living crisis at May elections campaign launch

Prime minister says 7 May vote is coming at time of ‘war on two fronts’ as Labour braces for heavy losses at pollsUK politics live – latest updatesThe 7 May elections are taking place against a backdrop of “war on two fronts”, Keir Starmer has said, as he pledged action to tackle the resur...

30/03/2026 14:11 The Guardian
Australians may not see cheaper fuel for weeks despite Labor’s excise cuts

Flow-on effect will depend on how quickly service stations sell more expensive fuel, experts warn, leaving Easter travel plans up in the airGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralians expecting relief from punishing fuel prices in time for Easter travel are set to be disap...

30/03/2026 14:00 The Guardian
Distancing himself from Trump and a badly waged war in Iran might be the smartest move Albanese can make

The US president thumbs his nose at concerns about the most serious energy crisis in global history. But Australia, like other countries, is paying a high priceGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGently, about 10 days ago, Anthony Albanese tried to send Donald Trump a message...

30/03/2026 14:00 The Guardian
JD Vance says aliens are ‘demons’ and details obsession with UFOs

Vice-president promises ‘to get to the bottom of’ reports of US government files about unidentified flying objectsSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxJD Vance, the vice-president of the United States, said this weekend that he considers aliens to be “de...

30/03/2026 13:29 The Guardian
‘A life among the trees’: Bristol zoo’s gorillas move out of town

Five miles from their former city zoo, seven gorillas are exploring their new ‘African forest’ homeIt has been an eventful few months for Bristol’s gorillas. The troop made headlines around the world when an urban explorer snapped pictures of them looking downbeat in their old, almost deserted...

30/03/2026 13:13 The Guardian
U.S. Allows Russian Oil Tanker to Reach Cuba, Despite Blockade

The tanker full of crude oil could reach its expected destination by Monday, providing a lifeline to the island amid intense U.S. pressure....

30/03/2026 13:09 New York Times
Amnesty International warns Fifa World Cup risks becoming ‘stage for repression’

Human rights group says US is facing an ‘emergency’ICE director said agency will play ‘key part’ at tournamentAmnesty International has warned that the World Cup, spread across three North American countries, risks becoming a “stage for repression”. The human rights organisation publishe...

30/03/2026 12:58 The Guardian
Apple subsidiary fined by UK government over Moscow sanctions breach

Apple Distribution International, based in Ireland, made payments worth £635,000 to a Russian streaming serviceThe UK government has fined a subsidiary of Apple £390,000 for breaching sanctions against Moscow over payments it made to a Russian streaming platform.Apple Distribution International (A...

30/03/2026 12:49 The Guardian
Spain closes airspace to US military over Iran war, widening rift with US

Spain’s defence minister confirms move and describes US-Israel war on Iran as ‘profoundly illegal and unjust’US-Israel war on Iran – live updatesSpain has ramped up its opposition to the US-Israel war on Iran by closing its airspace to US aircraft involved in attacks, underlining its positio...

30/03/2026 12:26 The Guardian
Iran accuses US of plotting ground assault while publicly seeking talks | First Thing

Tehran says it will confront any land attack, as Trump says regime’s export hub on Kharg Island could be taken ‘very easily’. Plus, how Americans can rebuild their country’s once robust peace movementGood morning.Iran has warned the US that it is prepared to confront any ground assault, accu...

30/03/2026 11:47 The Guardian
Your Questions About the News

Times reporters answer reader questions about the war, the economy and more....

30/03/2026 10:48 New York Times
Rob Schneider calls on US to restore military draft

The actor and comedian, posting on X, said that ‘unlike in today’s universities’ the military would teach young people ‘how truly great their country is’The actor and comedian Rob Schneider has urged the US to “restore the military draft for our nation’s young people” amid the ongoin...

30/03/2026 10:04 The Guardian
Iran's allies could close second crucial sea route, with 'clear and significant' impact on UK

The entry of Yemen's Houthi rebels into the war on the side of Iran has stoked fears that the oil crisis affecting global trade could get worse....

30/03/2026 09:36 Skynews
How Russia Weaponized the Cold Ukrainian Winter

Inside one Kyiv neighborhood as it braved the harshest conditions since World War II....

30/03/2026 09:02 New York Times
Across Asia, Trump’s War on Iran Is Dangerous for Everyone

Trump’s war on Iran is dangerous for everyone....

30/03/2026 06:20 New York Times
Pessimism takes root in UK as shoppers struggle to afford essentials

Millions are dipping into savings or borrowing to get by as the Iran war drives up prices, survey showsThe Iran war has led to a surge in pessimism in the UK as half of households are already struggling to afford everyday essentials.The escalating conflict in the Middle East, which has driven the pr...

30/03/2026 06:00 The Guardian
Russia kicks out British diplomat accused of spying

Russia has kicked out a British diplomat that Moscow has accused of spying....

30/03/2026 06:00 Skynews
Five EU governments found to ‘consistently’ dismantle rule of law

Exclusive: Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Italy and Slovakia actively pursue regressive policies, watchdog finds‘Assault on justice’: how far-right attacks are threatening rule of law in EuropeGovernments in five EU member states are “consistently and intentionally” eroding the rule of law, Eur...

30/03/2026 05:01 The Guardian
MPs wary of move against Starmer while war is raging

Even after electoral disaster, Iran war gives many MPs pause for thought about timing of leadership contestA week after Labour’s election victory in July 2024, officials at Labour HQ held their first crisis meeting about the May 2026 local elections.The party had just secured a 174-seat majority a...

30/03/2026 05:00 The Guardian
Big retailers say UK jobs at risk from guaranteed hours reforms

More than half of roles could be hit and young shop workers in particular could lose out, trade body warnsMore than half of retail jobs could be affected by reform to guaranteed working hours, making it harder for shops to employ people – particularly young workers – in part-time roles, the indu...

30/03/2026 04:00 The Guardian
Angus Taylor rebukes Andrew Hastie for call for Liberals to be ‘open-minded’ on tax rises and property concessions

The split comes as some MPs raise the prospect of a new conversation about the party’s leadershipFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAngus Taylor has shut down Andrew Hastie’s push for the Liberals to be “open-minded...

30/03/2026 03:52 The Guardian
Israel expands invasion of southern Lebanon – as it happened

This live blog has now closed. Our coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran and the wider crisis in the Middle East continues hereIran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has condemned Israel’s killing of three journalists in Lebanon on Saturday.On his Telegram, Araghchi said the killings amounted...

30/03/2026 02:36 The Guardian
Oil Jumps to $116 a Barrel on Signs of Escalation of Middle East War

Investors digested increasing signs of escalation of the U.S.-Israeli war in Iran, which has led to a blockage of critical energy supplies....

30/03/2026 01:58 New York Times
Iran accuses US of plotting ground assault while publicly seeking talks

Tehran says it will confront any land attack, as Trump says regime’s export hub on Kharg island could be taken ‘very easily’Middle East crisis – live updatesIran has warned the US that it is prepared to confront any ground assault, accusing Washington of secretly planning a land attack while...

30/03/2026 01:49 The Guardian
Trump news at a glance: Generational divide over Iran war emerges at key conservative conference

Younger conservatives say they are disappointed by Donald Trump’s decision to launch war against Iran. Key US politics stories from 29 MarchA generational divide over the Iran war has emerged between older attendees and their political heirs at this year’s Conservative Political Action Conferenc...

30/03/2026 00:49 The Guardian
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