World·2026-04-20T09:35:13+00:00
Tsunami warning issued in Japan after major 7.5-magnitude quake
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off Japan's northeast coast at a depth of 10km, triggering a tsunami warning with forecast waves up to three meters high. Authorities are urging coastal residents to evacuate to higher ground immediately.
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Politics·2026-04-20T09:26:51+00:00
Magnitude 7.5 earthquake strikes northern Japan; tsunami warning issued
A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck off northern Japan's Iwate prefecture on Monday afternoon local time, prompting authorities to issue tsunami warnings for waves up to 3 meters (10 feet). The Japan Meteorological Agency urged immediate evacuation from coastal areas, while Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said the government had established a crisis management team to assess impacts.
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World·2026-04-20T15:23:02+00:00
Trump Denies Israeli Influence in Iran War Decision
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Israel did not influence his decision to go to war with Iran, attributing it instead to his long-standing opposition to Iran obtaining nuclear weapons and the aftermath of the October 7 attacks. The conflict has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran, causing a significant rise in global oil prices and inflation in the U.S., with a ceasefire currently in effect but set to expire soon as negotiations continue.
Al Jazeera · The Hindu International
