THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 108 • Updated Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 08:10 PM UTC

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

Sources: AP News


Trump's lawyers negotiate with IRS to resolve $10 billion lawsuit over leaked tax information

Sources: AP News


Trump signs order to expedite review of psychedelic drugs including ibogaine

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court rules in favor of oil and gas companies in Louisiana environmental lawsuits

Sources: AP News


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

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Mass shooting in Ukraine's capital leaves 6 dead before police kill gunman

Sources: AP News


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

Sources: AP News


US extends waiver on Russian oil sanctions to address shortages from Iran war

Sources: AP News


White House chief of staff meets with Anthropic CEO about new AI technology

Sources: AP News


Australia and Japan sign $6.5 billion warship deal with initial order of three frigates

Sources: AP News