THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 109 • Updated Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 12:32 AM UTC

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz and fires on ships amid tensions with US

Sources: AP News


US extends foreign surveillance program amid political debate

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Trump signs order to expedite review of psychedelic drugs including ibogaine

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ICE hiring investigation reveals officers working before background checks completed

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

Sources: AP News


Record US drought raises concerns about wildfires, water supply and food prices

Sources: AP News


Mass shooting in Ukraine's capital leaves six dead before police kill gunman

Sources: AP News


French soldier killed and three wounded in attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon

Sources: AP News


South Korea says North Korea launched ballistic missiles toward eastern waters

Sources: AP News


Russian attacks on Ukraine kill one and wound dozens as conflict continues

Sources: AP News


Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial set to begin with opening statements

Sources: AP News