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A ceasefire between the US and Iran is reportedly still in place despite an Iranian attack on US destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting US retaliatory strikes. Both sides accuse the other of initiating the exchange, threatening a fragile truce that ended weeks of conflict. Tensions remain high as negotiations continue.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday accused Russia of "utter cynicism" for launching deadly attacks while also seeking a truce to stage its May 9 Victory Day parade in Moscow. "It is utter cynicism to ask for a ceasefire in order to hold propaganda celebrations while carrying out such missile and drone strikes every single day leading up to it," Zelensky said in a statement in response to the attacks.

UAE exits Opec, impacting global oil dynamics amid regional tensions. Ukraine escalates attacks on Russia, forcing Moscow to scale back Victory Day parades. King Charles' US trip strengthens UK-US ties. Syria begins its first transitional justice trial. China pressures African nations, forcing Taiwan's President to cancel a trip.

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that the Middle East conflict's fallout could rival the Covid-19 pandemic, disrupting global logistics and supply chains. He noted significant pressure on key industries and highlighted Russia's surging energy revenues amid market turmoil. Moscow has publicly reaffirmed its support for Tehran, though the extent of this aid is debated.

A Russian drone strike on a civilian bus in Ukraine's Sumy region resulted in at least nine fatalities and four injuries, according to local authorities. The Sumy regional military administration condemned the attack near Bilopillya as a "cynical attack" on civilians.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described Russia as an "evil with no limits" after a rocket attack on an east Ukraine train station killed at least 35 people.

The news of Osama Bin Laden's killing drew thousands of online comments. Remarks on timesofindia.com varied from euphoric to cynical, from amusing to cautionary.

The assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes has ignited sharp criticism from Russia and China, who decry the act as a violation of international law and sovereignty. Both nations urge an immediate halt to military operations, highlighting escalating regional instability and a widening geopolitical divide.

Parvathy Thiruvothu, known for films like Bangalore Days, Uyare, Take Off and Virus, discusses her evolving career, now embracing Telugu cinema after years in other industries. She reflects on the slow but hopeful progress in women's representation, emphasizing the need for authentic portrayals. Thiruvothu also shares her personal journey with depression, advocating for open conversations and solidarity to combat stigma.

Anna Hazare led civil society today came under scathing attack in the Lok Sabha with RJD chief Lalu Prasad saying any design to target the Constitution and Parliament should be thwarted.

At the TOI Literary Carnival, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy spoke with great optimism about the role cultural activism can play in shaping a society. The 34-year-old already has 10 hard-hitting documentaries behind her, including Saving Face, which dwells on acid attacks on women and won her an Oscar.

NEW DELHI: Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani on Tuesday did not appear too happy with the fictional recreation of the terrorist attack on the Akshardham temple in Gujarat.

Attacking the UPA government for "corruption cases and policy paralysis" under its rule, BJP today said the investment atmosphere in the country has changed from that of enthusiasm to sense of cynicism.

The actress was rushed to a suburban hospital on Monday after a producer stabbed her on the streets of Mumbai for allegedly rejecting his marriage proposal.