Washington, United States, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - IMF chief warns of 'tough times' if oil prices stay high

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2026-04-15

IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva warned Wednesday of difficult times ahead for the global economy if war in the Middle East is unresolved and oil prices stay high, adding that inflation risks could seep into food prices. "We must brace for tough times ahead" if the conflict persists, she told reporters at a press briefing during the International Monetary Fund and World Bank's spring meetings in Washington. The gathering brings government and finan......

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Canberra, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - Australia to boost defence spend to 3% of GDP

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Washington, United States, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - US optimistic about reaching peace deal with Iran

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Washington, United States, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - OAS chief says 'we shouldn't be afraid of a new global order'

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Copenhagen, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - Forced displacements to soar by 4.2 million by 2027, aid group warns

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New York, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - Viral video of NY police beating man sparks anger

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New York, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - US jails men over IT worker ploy funding North Korea weapons

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Tehran, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - Iran supreme leader's adviser threatens to sink US ships in Hormuz strait

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New York, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - US teens reject charges over IS-linked bomb plot in New York

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Washington, United States, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - Trump would 'welcome' end of conflict in Lebanon: US official

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Washington, United States, April 15, 2026 (AFP) - US says 10 vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade

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