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The GuardianWednesday, 8 April 2026
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Outrage and fear as Trump warns 'whole civilisation will die' in Iran
Pope condemns 'truly unacceptable' threats and urges end to war
The paper leads with the severe escalation in US rhetoric regarding Iran, framing the situation through the lens of international condemnation by highlighting the Pope's response alongside the stark warning.
Tensions between the US and Iran have reached a critical juncture, with the US President issuing extreme warnings ahead of a midnight deadline. The international community, represented here by the Pope's intervention, is reacting with deep concern over the potential for widespread regional conflict and humanitarian disaster.
“whole civilisation will die”
“Critical of US foreign policy”
'It's truly hard to describe' Nasa releases astonishing set of images from Artemis mission
Presents a major scientific and exploratory milestone with a tone of awe, visually dominating the centre of the page.
Festival cancelled after West denied entry to UK
Focuses on the logistical consequence (a festival cancellation) resulting from the UK Home Office's decision to deny a controversial artist entry over antisemitic statements.
Hungary election Vance hits out at EU as he flies in to 'help' Orbán win
Highlights US political intervention in a European election, framing the Vice President's actions as antagonistic towards the EU.
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