THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 107 • Updated Friday, April 17, 2026 at 12:21 PM UTC

Israel and Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire

The truce halts fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, prompting thousands of displaced families to begin the journey home to southern Lebanon.

Sources: AP News


House extends surveillance powers until April 30 after late-night revolt sinks GOP plan

The House has approved a short-term renewal until April 30 of a controversial surveillance program used by U.S. spy agencies.

Sources: AP News


ICE went on a hiring spree with background check problems, investigation finds

Some new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers started working before passing background checks and had problems in their past.

Sources: AP News


Trump draws Marie Antoinette comparisons over White House ballroom project

Sources: AP News


Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns

Sources: AP News


Australia's most decorated veteran walks free on bail on Afghan war crimes charges

Sources: AP News


Iran war energy shock drives nuclear power plans in Asia and Africa

Sources: AP News


China urges travelers to avoid Seattle airport after scholars denied entry

Sources: AP News


Philippine troops kill 10 suspected Muslim militants in deadliest clash this year

Sources: AP News


Former NBA player Damon Jones expected to plead guilty in gambling sweep

Sources: AP News