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Saturday, April 11, 2026 · 20 stories
U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Pakistan for peace talks with Iran aimed at establishing a lasting resolution to a six-week conflict, following a fragile ceasefire. The discussions will address Iran's uranium stockpile, missile production, U.S. sanctions, and military presence in the Middle East, while the closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues to threaten global oil flows.
Hezbollah has launched intense attacks against Israel in the current conflict, demonstrating military capabilities that contradict previous assessments of the group's strength. The Iran-backed Lebanese militant organization's actions have surprised observers with their scale and intensity.
A U.S. delegation led by Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Islamabad for peace talks with Iranian officials, hosted by Pakistan. The negotiations aim to permanently end a six-week-old conflict in the Middle East that has resulted in thousands of casualties.
U.S. negotiators are scheduled to arrive in Pakistan for ceasefire talks between the U.S. and Iran. Meanwhile, Israeli military operations in Lebanon have resulted in 1,953 fatalities and 6,303 injuries since March 2, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry.
The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Minnesota Twins 10-4, marking their second consecutive win following a six-game losing streak.
San Antonio Spurs player Victor Wembanyama reached the 65-game threshold for postseason awards eligibility after scoring 40 points with 13 rebounds in a win over the Dallas Mavericks. He played 26 minutes despite a rib injury sustained earlier in the week.
Rory McIlroy holds a six-shot lead after the second round of the Masters, setting a tournament record for the largest 36-hole advantage. He achieved this by birdying six of his final seven holes to finish with a 7-under 65.