Progress toward the envisioned second phase of the Gaza ceasefire has stalled with Hamas refusing to lay down its weapons and Israel continuing to strike deep inside Gaza.
Month: May 2026
David Hussey Steps Down as Victoria Head of Men’s Cricket to Join Global Venture
David Hussey resigned as Victoria’s head of men’s cricket to take on a role with a new global cricket venture that Cricket Victoria is preparing to launch as the game grows globally.
Pakistan National T20 Cup Final Rescheduled to June 6 or 7 After Persistent Rain
Pakistan’s National T20 Cup final was rescheduled to June 6 or 7 after persistent rain forced a change from the original March 18 date the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed.
Shaheen Afridi Comments on Pakistan Fast Bowlers Losing Speed Over Time
Pakistan pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi commented on the declining pace of Pakistani fast bowlers saying machines deteriorate with time and Rizwan was rested to give youngsters a chance.
Babar Azam Returns to Pakistan ODI Squad for Australia Series
Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam returned to the ODI squad for the series against Australia as coach and selectors sought experience alongside youth ahead of future ICC tournaments.
AI-Generated Propaganda Videos of Iran War Go Viral on X Before Being Debunked
AI-generated propaganda videos purportedly showing destruction from the 2026 Iran war went viral on X and other platforms before fact-checkers identified them as fabricated content.
Pakistan Faces Understrength Australia Side in ODI Series with Eyes on 2027 World Cup
Pakistan welcomed back familiar names for an ODI series against an understrength Australia side as both teams balance immediate competition with preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
US Bombs Iran Despite Peace Talks as Israel Strikes Lebanon to Force Trump’s Hand
The United States bombed Iran despite ongoing peace talks while Israel struck Lebanon in what analysts described as a move by Netanyahu to force Trump’s hand on the wider Middle East deal.
USMCA Review 2026: Experts Outline Six Scenarios for North America’s Future
Analysts from CSIS outlined six scenarios for North America’s future as the USMCA review process gets underway with trade tensions and tariff disputes reshaping the regional economic order.
Russia Deputy Defence Minister Leaning on Syria Over 37 Million Dollar Oil Bill
Leaked meeting minutes showed Russia’s deputy defence minister pressing Syria to pay a USD 37 million bill for oil provision in a revelation about the state of Russia-Syria relations.