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Hungarian opposition ousts Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power

Apr 13, 2026 - World

Péter Magyar’s Tisza party wins election as prime minister concedes defeat, in result likely to reshape ties with EU‘Hungary has chosen Europe’: EU leaders jubilant after Magyar’s victoryHungary’s opposition Tisza party, led by Péter Magyar, has won the election, bringing an end to Viktor Orbán’s 16-year grip on power, in a result that is likely to rattle the White House and reshape the country’s relationship with the EU.Less than three hours after polls closed on Sunday, Orbán conceded defeat after what he described as a “painful but unambiguous” election result. Continue reading...

Susan Coyle to be first woman to lead Australian army in ‘deeply historic moment’

Apr 13, 2026 - World

Appointment part of senior defence changes as navy chief Mark Hammond promoted to chief of defence forceFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLt Gen Susan Coyle, an officer of more than three decades standing, will become the first woman to lead the Australian army.Coyle has been announced as the new chief of army, with her term beginning in July. Continue reading...

Israeli strike kills paramedic, says Lebanese Red Cross – as it happened

Apr 13, 2026 - World

This blog is now closed. Our live coverage continues hereA post about an hour ago on the Israel Defense Forces Telegram channel claimed that overnight, the IDF “identified a rocket launcher positioned and ready to launch toward the State of Israel in the area of Jouaiyya in southern Lebanon”.Shortly after the identification, the launcher was struck and dismantled in a rapid closure cycle, thwarting the launch before it could be carried out. Continue reading...