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Received — 20 April 2026 National Post Canada
Received — 19 April 2026 National Post Canada

Russia-aligned Radev wins in eighth Bulgarian election since 2021

19 April 2026 at 20:07
Former President Rumen Radev, who opposes sanctions against Russia and military aid for Ukraine, claimed an overwhelming victory in Bulgaria’s election and pledged to turn the page on years of political gridlock and corruption. Read More

Trump says U.S. has struck, seized Iranian vessel in Strait of Hormuz as talks set to resume

19 April 2026 at 14:56
President Donald Trump said the U.S. Navy fired upon and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman after it failed to heed warnings to stop as it left the Strait of Hormuz, the first major encounter in the week-old blockade. Read More
Received — 17 April 2026 National Post Canada

Iran still able to respond to U.S. strikes despite massive damage: Western intelligence reports

17 April 2026 at 01:43
Pre-war planning meant Iran’s military was able to mitigate the impact of U.S.-Israeli strikes on its weapons arsenal and leadership, according to Western military intelligence assessments — which also say it retains the ability to respond if the ceasefire fails. Read More

Deal with Iran ‘looking very good’ amid ceasefire, Donald Trump says

17 April 2026 at 01:20
President Donald Trump struck an optimistic tone for prospects that the U.S. and Iran could clinch a permanent ceasefire as the two sides discuss an extended truce ahead of its expiration next week. Read More
Received — 16 April 2026 National Post Canada
Received — 15 April 2026 National Post Canada

Trump increasingly isolated as allies push back on Iran war gambit

15 April 2026 at 16:56
The war in Iran and President Donald Trump’s rhetoric have driven U.S. alliances with Europe near the breaking point. Read More
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