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Washington PostTuesday, 21 April 2026
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Pakistan emerges as unlikely peacemaker in war
Nuclear-armed power that doesn’t recognize Israel won Trump’s trust
The paper highlights the unexpected diplomatic role of Pakistan in the Middle East, contrasting its lack of formal ties with Israel against its successful relationship-building with the US administration.
Amid an ongoing conflict involving Israel, Pakistan—a nation that historically does not formally recognize Israel—has stepped into a mediating role, reportedly leveraging strong diplomatic ties with the US administration.
“unlikely peacemaker”
“Analytical and globally focused”
Labor secretary will vacate position
Chavez-DeRemer’s departure comes amid allegations of misconduct
Focuses on the resignation of a cabinet official amid allegations of professional misconduct.
Talks clouded by ship seizure
U.S., IRAN CLAIM HORMUZ CONTROL
Highlights rising tensions and complications in US-Iran negotiations following a maritime incident in the Strait of Hormuz.
Fuentes’s rise to be a prophet, profiteer of online hate speech
Hundreds of thousands of dollars from donors fuel extremist’s empire
Investigates the financial backing and radicalising influence of a prominent far-right internet figure.
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