Morning Digest: India discussing Chabahar issue with Iran, U.S.; WH dinner shooter charged with attempted assassination of Trump, and more

The Chabahar port issue is being discussed with both Iran and United States, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Monday (April 27, 2026), as India faces a crucial test of its strategic autonomy with the U.S. sanctions waiver having expired on April 26.The man who authorities say tried to storm the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner with guns and knives was on Monday (April 27, 2026) charged with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump. He appeared in court to face charges in a chaotic encounter that resulted in shots being fired, Mr. Trump being rushed off the stage and guests ducking for cover underneath their tables.

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