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Ukrainian foreign minister warns Iran against escalation, urges end to Russian support

Ukrainian foreign minister warns Iran against escalation, urges end to Russian support

Ukraine's foreign minister urged his Iranian counterpart to avoid escalation and halt all support for Russia after a drone strike on an Iranian ship.

Arab Parliament welcomes Irish law banning imports from Israeli settlements

Arab Parliament welcomes Irish law banning imports from Israeli settlements

Trump and Netanyahu reaffirm commitment to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons

Trump and Netanyahu reaffirm commitment to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons

Iran rejects southern Strait of Hormuz route, warns closure if Oman proposal not accepted

Iran rejects southern Strait of Hormuz route, warns closure if Oman proposal not accepted

US Central Command reroutes 18 ships, disables 4 amid renewed Iran blockade

US Central Command reroutes 18 ships, disables 4 amid renewed Iran blockade

US launches review of military presence in Europe, urges NATO to share defense burden

US launches review of military presence in Europe, urges NATO to share defense burden

Hormuz shipping traffic rises slightly after halt in airstrikes

Hormuz shipping traffic rises slightly after halt in airstrikes

Trump threatens to destroy Iran's 'Pikaks Mountain' nuclear facility if talks fail

Trump threatens to destroy Iran's 'Pikaks Mountain' nuclear facility if talks fail

Bahrain sentences two to 10 years for supporting Iranian attacks

Bahrain sentences two to 10 years for supporting Iranian attacks

US to upgrade 'Hawkeye' surveillance aircraft with advanced capabilities

US to upgrade 'Hawkeye' surveillance aircraft with advanced capabilities

Israeli defense minister Katz orders expanded operations in West Bank

Israeli defense minister Katz orders expanded operations in West Bank

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warns it will block Hormuz to states receiving frozen assets

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard warns it will block Hormuz to states receiving frozen assets

Jordan intercepts 70 ballistic missiles, 25 explosive drones in 16 days

Jordan intercepts 70 ballistic missiles, 25 explosive drones in 16 days

Iran says 350 government employees killed in conflict with US

Iran says 350 government employees killed in conflict with US

GCC meeting stresses diplomatic solutions for regional issues, says Qatar

GCC meeting stresses diplomatic solutions for regional issues, says Qatar

Trump warns US may resume action in Iran if no deal reached

Trump warns US may resume action in Iran if no deal reached

GCC foreign ministers hold talks on navigation security in Hormuz

GCC foreign ministers hold talks on navigation security in Hormuz

GCC armed forces launch 'Bahrain Shield' joint military exercise

GCC armed forces launch 'Bahrain Shield' joint military exercise

US Vice President Vance to attend Trump-Netanyahu White House meeting after criticism of Israeli groups

US Vice President Vance to attend Trump-Netanyahu White House meeting after criticism of Israeli groups

Libya resumes production at El Feel and Wafa oil fields

Libya resumes production at El Feel and Wafa oil fields

Sudanese army targets Rapid Support Forces positions in North and West Kordofan

Sudanese army targets Rapid Support Forces positions in North and West Kordofan

Israeli defense minister claims 70% of Gaza destroyed, says tactics used in southern Lebanon

Israeli defense minister claims 70% of Gaza destroyed, says tactics used in southern Lebanon

Russia claims shooting down 356 Ukrainian drones overnight

Russia claims shooting down 356 Ukrainian drones overnight

Palestinian National Council: West Bank home demolitions part of 'creeping annexation' plan

Palestinian National Council: West Bank home demolitions part of 'creeping annexation' plan

Strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hits southern Japan, tsunami warning issued

Strong 7.1-magnitude earthquake hits southern Japan, tsunami warning issued

Powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake strikes Kumamoto, tsunami warning issued

Powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake strikes Kumamoto, tsunami warning issued

Iran executes two men over anti-government protests

Iran executes two men over anti-government protests

GCC countries outperform global average in 2026 Environmental Performance Index

GCC countries outperform global average in 2026 Environmental Performance Index

Oman proposes regional mechanism to manage Strait of Hormuz: Reuters

Oman proposes regional mechanism to manage Strait of Hormuz: Reuters

Jordanian military downs drone that breached airspace

Jordanian military downs drone that breached airspace

US delegation walks out of UN meeting after French criticism

US delegation walks out of UN meeting after French criticism

UN chief warns of settlement expansion, rising violence in West Bank

UN chief warns of settlement expansion, rising violence in West Bank

King Salman Humanitarian Center delivers 24,500 hot meals in Gaza

King Salman Humanitarian Center delivers 24,500 hot meals in Gaza

Saudi Masam project clears 1,367 landmines across Yemen in a week

Saudi Masam project clears 1,367 landmines across Yemen in a week

Severe tornado strikes Wisconsin, causes major power outages

Severe tornado strikes Wisconsin, causes major power outages

Trump says US holding 'very friendly' talks with Iran

Trump says US holding 'very friendly' talks with Iran

Trump rebuffs Netanyahu over F-35 sale, calls Turkey key ally

Trump rebuffs Netanyahu over F-35 sale, calls Turkey key ally

China’s Iran ties give global weight to de-escalation efforts, analyst says

China’s Iran ties give global weight to de-escalation efforts, analyst says

UAE reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia, condemns attempted drone attacks

UAE reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia, condemns attempted drone attacks

Iraq vows to protect ties with Saudi Arabia amid drone attack probe

Iraq vows to protect ties with Saudi Arabia amid drone attack probe

Iran and Oman continue talks to resume Strait of Hormuz shipping

Iran and Oman continue talks to resume Strait of Hormuz shipping

Trump warns failed Iran talks could trigger strong military action

Trump warns failed Iran talks could trigger strong military action

Oman condemns drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, voices support

Oman condemns drone attacks on Saudi Arabia, voices support

Iran poses main threat to regional stability and maritime security: analyst

Iran poses main threat to regional stability and maritime security: analyst

Iran denies talks with US, says current calm is not a ceasefire

Iran denies talks with US, says current calm is not a ceasefire

Temporary de-escalation offers Iran path back to US talks: analyst

Temporary de-escalation offers Iran path back to US talks: analyst

OIC official: Economic boycott of Israel legitimate under international law

OIC official: Economic boycott of Israel legitimate under international law

US expert: four factors behind Washington's pause in military action against Iran

US expert: four factors behind Washington's pause in military action against Iran

Iran wary of US ceasefire move, sees tactical motives: analyst

Iran wary of US ceasefire move, sees tactical motives: analyst

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 73,329 amid ongoing Israeli violations

Palestinian death toll in Gaza rises to 73,329 amid ongoing Israeli violations

Lebanese president reaffirms commitment to framework agreement, urges end to Israeli violations

Lebanese president reaffirms commitment to framework agreement, urges end to Israeli violations

Jordanian air force intercepts and downs two drones targeting kingdom

Jordanian air force intercepts and downs two drones targeting kingdom

Bahrain to host joint Gulf military drill starting Tuesday

Bahrain to host joint Gulf military drill starting Tuesday

Strikes on Iran paused for third day as Tehran denies seeking US talks

Strikes on Iran paused for third day as Tehran denies seeking US talks

Netanyahu to attend UN General Assembly in New York despite mayor's threats

Netanyahu to attend UN General Assembly in New York despite mayor's threats

Iran says talks with Oman on Strait of Hormuz progressing positively

Iran says talks with Oman on Strait of Hormuz progressing positively

Seven candidates vie to succeed Guterres as UN secretary-general

Seven candidates vie to succeed Guterres as UN secretary-general

China launches new mediation bid to restart US-Iran dialogue

China launches new mediation bid to restart US-Iran dialogue

Two killed, five injured in shooting at Seattle food festival

Two killed, five injured in shooting at Seattle food festival

Trump sparks debate with 'Trump 2028' hat photo hinting at third term

Trump sparks debate with 'Trump 2028' hat photo hinting at third term

Shipping traffic through Strait of Hormuz drops below 10 vessels a day

Shipping traffic through Strait of Hormuz drops below 10 vessels a day

Spanish prime minister thanks Gazan girl for mural bearing his portrait

Spanish prime minister thanks Gazan girl for mural bearing his portrait

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to host Zelensky in first official visit

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to host Zelensky in first official visit

North Korea vows to steadily advance nuclear weapons program

North Korea vows to steadily advance nuclear weapons program

Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina over Milei's remarks

Brazil recalls ambassador to Argentina over Milei's remarks

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes over 6,600 boxes of dates in Syria

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes over 6,600 boxes of dates in Syria

Israeli forces continue raids and arrests across West Bank towns

Israeli forces continue raids and arrests across West Bank towns

Sudanese army seizes key highway linking Khartoum to North Kordofan

Sudanese army seizes key highway linking Khartoum to North Kordofan

Palestine welcomes Ireland's ban on imports from Israeli settlements

Palestine welcomes Ireland's ban on imports from Israeli settlements

Netanyahu to reject US request for withdrawal from Gaza, Lebanon and Syria: Israeli media

Netanyahu to reject US request for withdrawal from Gaza, Lebanon and Syria: Israeli media

Trump thanks Morocco's King Mohammed VI for naming highway in his honor

Trump thanks Morocco's King Mohammed VI for naming highway in his honor

Kuwait emir, UK prime minister discuss cooperation in phone call

Kuwait emir, UK prime minister discuss cooperation in phone call

Oman proposes regional coalition for Hormuz Strait services

Oman proposes regional coalition for Hormuz Strait services

Israeli settlers set fire to two mosques, attack Palestinian villages in West Bank

Israeli settlers set fire to two mosques, attack Palestinian villages in West Bank

Israeli military approves international force for Gaza under strict conditions

Israeli military approves international force for Gaza under strict conditions

Qatar emir, UK prime minister discuss Gaza and regional issues by phone

Qatar emir, UK prime minister discuss Gaza and regional issues by phone

Putin vows continued military spending to achieve Ukraine war goals

Putin vows continued military spending to achieve Ukraine war goals

International force in Gaza vital for stability, says peace council envoy

International force in Gaza vital for stability, says peace council envoy

Kremlin says too early to comment on reported US-Ukraine airstrike talks

Kremlin says too early to comment on reported US-Ukraine airstrike talks

Lebanese president, Macron discuss halting Israeli attacks in south

Lebanese president, Macron discuss halting Israeli attacks in south

Oman-Iran talks make progress on reopening Strait of Hormuz: officials

Oman-Iran talks make progress on reopening Strait of Hormuz: officials

Berlin car attack intended to divide Germany, says chancellor

Berlin car attack intended to divide Germany, says chancellor

US envoy to UN says Trump giving Iran talks limited window

US envoy to UN says Trump giving Iran talks limited window

Arab League chief urges Trump to act swiftly to save peace in Palestine and Gulf

Arab League chief urges Trump to act swiftly to save peace in Palestine and Gulf

UN chief hails successful Syria visit, urges lifting of sanctions

UN chief hails successful Syria visit, urges lifting of sanctions

Iraqi authorities seize 27 billion dinars in major oil ministry corruption case

Iraqi authorities seize 27 billion dinars in major oil ministry corruption case

Hamas internal security chief killed in Israeli airstrike in Gaza

Hamas internal security chief killed in Israeli airstrike in Gaza

Israeli forces shell Quneitra countryside, advance into Daraa region

Israeli forces shell Quneitra countryside, advance into Daraa region

Iranian media: Oil tanker hit by sea mine explosion in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian media: Oil tanker hit by sea mine explosion in Strait of Hormuz

Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemns rising settler attacks in West Bank

Palestinian Foreign Ministry condemns rising settler attacks in West Bank

Lebanese army: Israeli attacks impede southern deployment

Lebanese army: Israeli attacks impede southern deployment

Syrian president: We seek security agreement, avoid confrontation with Israel

Syrian president: We seek security agreement, avoid confrontation with Israel

OIC condemns settler arson attacks on Palestinian mosques

OIC condemns settler arson attacks on Palestinian mosques

Iran says no hostility toward neighbors, actions target US only

Iran says no hostility toward neighbors, actions target US only

Saudi Arabia a pillar of stability, says Lebanese parliament speaker

Saudi Arabia a pillar of stability, says Lebanese parliament speaker

Ukrainian president opens new front with Iran, says analyst

Ukrainian president opens new front with Iran, says analyst

Gunmen hijack passenger bus in Yemen’s Amsarah region

Gunmen hijack passenger bus in Yemen’s Amsarah region

Yemeni prime minister: Houthis advancing Iran’s agenda to destabilize region

Yemeni prime minister: Houthis advancing Iran’s agenda to destabilize region

Iraq seizes 27 billion dinars in oil ministry corruption probe

Iraq seizes 27 billion dinars in oil ministry corruption probe

US seeks to eliminate risks to shipping in Strait of Hormuz: analyst

US seeks to eliminate risks to shipping in Strait of Hormuz: analyst

Yemeni prime minister: Close cooperation with coalition continues to counter Houthi threats

Yemeni prime minister: Close cooperation with coalition continues to counter Houthi threats

Pentagon halts military escalation plans against Iran

Pentagon halts military escalation plans against Iran

GCC condemns settlers’ arson attack on mosque in Kur, Tulkarm, blames Israeli authorities

GCC condemns settlers’ arson attack on mosque in Kur, Tulkarm, blames Israeli authorities

Iran unlikely to honor international commitments, expert says

Iran unlikely to honor international commitments, expert says

UK policy shift on war angers Iran, says analyst

UK policy shift on war angers Iran, says analyst

Iran and Oman discuss Strait of Hormuz management as US naval blockade tightens

Iran and Oman discuss Strait of Hormuz management as US naval blockade tightens

Wildfires in France and Spain force evacuation of 270,000 people

Wildfires in France and Spain force evacuation of 270,000 people

Flavio Bolsonaro launches Brazilian presidential bid with backing from Netanyahu, Milei

Flavio Bolsonaro launches Brazilian presidential bid with backing from Netanyahu, Milei

China on alert as Typhoon Noul approaches, public transport suspended

China on alert as Typhoon Noul approaches, public transport suspended

UN warns Sudan aid could halt as funding runs out

UN warns Sudan aid could halt as funding runs out

Ebola cases in DR Congo rise to 3,075 with 1,354 deaths

Ebola cases in DR Congo rise to 3,075 with 1,354 deaths

One dead, 15 injured after car plows into crowd at Berlin event

One dead, 15 injured after car plows into crowd at Berlin event

Houthi militia has seized over $103 billion in Yemen revenues, says information minister

Houthi militia has seized over $103 billion in Yemen revenues, says information minister

US Central Command: Naval blockade on Iran remains in effect, 12 ships redirected

US Central Command: Naval blockade on Iran remains in effect, 12 ships redirected

Iran summons Ukrainian chargé d'affaires over Caspian Sea ship attack

Iran summons Ukrainian chargé d'affaires over Caspian Sea ship attack

Kuwait’s ambassador to US denies Wall Street Journal report on involvement in Iran operations

Kuwait’s ambassador to US denies Wall Street Journal report on involvement in Iran operations

Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns of 'all-out war' if demands unmet

Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns of 'all-out war' if demands unmet

Zelensky accuses Russia of aiding Iran with satellite data for Middle East attacks

Zelensky accuses Russia of aiding Iran with satellite data for Middle East attacks

Iran reports $18 billion in oil sales during war and ceasefire

Iran reports $18 billion in oil sales during war and ceasefire

Houthi militia shells judicial complex in central Taiz, Yemen

Houthi militia shells judicial complex in central Taiz, Yemen

US reportedly weighs major special operation to seize Iranian enriched uranium

US reportedly weighs major special operation to seize Iranian enriched uranium

Axios: US, Israel prepare major Iran strikes, Trump delays action

Axios: US, Israel prepare major Iran strikes, Trump delays action

Egypt voices support for Saudi Arabia, condemns Red Sea ship attack

Egypt voices support for Saudi Arabia, condemns Red Sea ship attack

Sudanese army retakes Bara in North Kordofan after fierce clashes

Sudanese army retakes Bara in North Kordofan after fierce clashes

Six Palestinians killed, over 20 injured in Israeli strikes on Gaza

Six Palestinians killed, over 20 injured in Israeli strikes on Gaza

Iranian group 'Hanzala' claims cyberattack on Wisconsin telecom infrastructure

Iranian group 'Hanzala' claims cyberattack on Wisconsin telecom infrastructure

Iraqi air defenses intercept drone near US consulate in Erbil

Iraqi air defenses intercept drone near US consulate in Erbil

Qatar condemns Israeli settler attacks on West Bank villages

Qatar condemns Israeli settler attacks on West Bank villages

Bus collision on Damascus-Deir Ezzor road kills 35, injures 30

Bus collision on Damascus-Deir Ezzor road kills 35, injures 30

Several Houthi fighters killed in airstrikes on Marib and Al-Jawf

Several Houthi fighters killed in airstrikes on Marib and Al-Jawf

Zelensky: Ukraine targeted Caspian Sea ships carrying Iranian-linked military cargo

Zelensky: Ukraine targeted Caspian Sea ships carrying Iranian-linked military cargo

US Navy to develop drones with 1,852 km range from aircraft carriers

US Navy to develop drones with 1,852 km range from aircraft carriers

Israeli security officials warn of rising violence in West Bank

Israeli security officials warn of rising violence in West Bank

Yemeni resistance spokesman: Coordination ongoing with coalition, all options on table

Yemeni resistance spokesman: Coordination ongoing with coalition, all options on table

Yemeni minister: Houthi 'terrorist' attacks serve Iranian agenda targeting maritime security

Yemeni minister: Houthi 'terrorist' attacks serve Iranian agenda targeting maritime security

Iranian regime's scorched earth policy threatens regional and global security, analyst warns

Iranian regime's scorched earth policy threatens regional and global security, analyst warns

Egypt urges safe navigation in Hormuz and Red Sea

Egypt urges safe navigation in Hormuz and Red Sea

Rising US-Iran tensions prompt global calls to resume talks, says academic

Rising US-Iran tensions prompt global calls to resume talks, says academic

Yemeni government pledges cooperation with coalition to secure waterways

Yemeni government pledges cooperation with coalition to secure waterways

UN chief Guterres makes historic visit to Syria, first since war began

UN chief Guterres makes historic visit to Syria, first since war began

US, UK plan London talks on Hormuz coalition to protect shipping

US, UK plan London talks on Hormuz coalition to protect shipping

Widespread public and tribal anger in Yemen over Houthi actions

Widespread public and tribal anger in Yemen over Houthi actions

Russia seeks to prolong US-Iran conflict, may have aided Tehran: analyst

Russia seeks to prolong US-Iran conflict, may have aided Tehran: analyst

Trump claims US military destroyed Iran's entire air force

Trump claims US military destroyed Iran's entire air force

Bahrain interior ministry sounds alarm siren, urges calm

Airstrikes hit Yemen’s Hodeidah port, witnesses say

Airstrikes hit Yemen’s Hodeidah port, witnesses say

Islamic Affairs Ministry launches seventh imam training in Dakar

Islamic Affairs Ministry launches seventh imam training in Dakar

EU raises security threat level for Bab Al-Mandab, Red Sea shipping

EU raises security threat level for Bab Al-Mandab, Red Sea shipping

US State Department warns of possible flight disruptions in Middle East

US State Department warns of possible flight disruptions in Middle East

Yemeni ministry warns of environmental risks from Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping

Yemeni ministry warns of environmental risks from Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping

Trump weighs military escalation against Iran, New York Times reports

Trump weighs military escalation against Iran, New York Times reports

US and UK discuss forming international coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz

US and UK discuss forming international coalition to secure Strait of Hormuz

Qatar condemns attack on police officers in Pakistan's Khyber region

Qatar condemns attack on police officers in Pakistan's Khyber region

Trump threatens EU with tariffs, trade probe over tech fines

Trump threatens EU with tariffs, trade probe over tech fines

Iran’s militarization of civilian airports and ports threatens Yemen and region, says Yemeni minister

Iran’s militarization of civilian airports and ports threatens Yemen and region, says Yemeni minister

ICC members vote to dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan over misconduct claims

ICC members vote to dismiss prosecutor Karim Khan over misconduct claims

OIC condemns rising Israeli settler violence against Palestinians

OIC condemns rising Israeli settler violence against Palestinians

US embassy in Israel warns citizens of possible Middle East flight disruptions

US embassy in Israel warns citizens of possible Middle East flight disruptions

Trump threatens EU with trade action over tech fines

Trump threatens EU with trade action over tech fines

Canada excludes US from Gordie Howe bridge opening as Trump demands 50% profit share

Canada excludes US from Gordie Howe bridge opening as Trump demands 50% profit share

China leads push to ease US-Iran tensions as Pakistan explores new talks

China leads push to ease US-Iran tensions as Pakistan explores new talks

Sudan’s Burhan vows to expel RSF, says group will not rise again

Sudan’s Burhan vows to expel RSF, says group will not rise again

Islamic Fiqh Academy and Morocco's Ministry of Endowments sign cooperation agreement

Islamic Fiqh Academy and Morocco's Ministry of Endowments sign cooperation agreement

Iran: No temporary ceasefire without Hormuz Strait demands, says Araqchi

Iran: No temporary ceasefire without Hormuz Strait demands, says Araqchi

Trump says China, Russia pledged not to sell arms to Iran

Trump says China, Russia pledged not to sell arms to Iran

WFP warns of deeper aid cuts in Gaza amid funding shortfall

WFP warns of deeper aid cuts in Gaza amid funding shortfall

Kuwaiti air defenses intercept hostile drones amid Iranian attack

Kuwaiti air defenses intercept hostile drones amid Iranian attack

Russian missile strike on Kyiv kills 10, injures dozens: Reuters

Russian missile strike on Kyiv kills 10, injures dozens: Reuters

Israeli army prepares major operation after deadly raid in West Bank village

Israeli army prepares major operation after deadly raid in West Bank village

Pakistan's foreign minister urges progress on Islamabad MoU with Iran

Pakistan's foreign minister urges progress on Islamabad MoU with Iran

Bahrain intercepts Iranian aerial attacks

Bahrain intercepts Iranian aerial attacks

UN urges evacuation of 6,000 stranded seafarers in Strait of Hormuz

UN urges evacuation of 6,000 stranded seafarers in Strait of Hormuz

Somali pirates seize Asana tanker in Gulf of Aden under Tanzanian flag

Somali pirates seize Asana tanker in Gulf of Aden under Tanzanian flag

UN holds candidate debate to select Guterres successor amid financial crisis

UN holds candidate debate to select Guterres successor amid financial crisis

Gulf states urged to help shape region’s future after the war

Gulf states urged to help shape region’s future after the war

Israeli and four Palestinians killed in West Bank shootout; eight injured

Israeli and four Palestinians killed in West Bank shootout; eight injured

Iran launches drone attacks on US military sites in Bahrain and Jordan

Iran launches drone attacks on US military sites in Bahrain and Jordan

US summons Malaysian ambassador over Israel stance

US summons Malaysian ambassador over Israel stance

Houthi aggression poses threat to global economy and supply chains, Saudi academic warns

Houthi aggression poses threat to global economy and supply chains, Saudi academic warns

Taiz deputy governor rejects Houthi claims, accuses militia of siege and water blockade

Taiz deputy governor rejects Houthi claims, accuses militia of siege and water blockade

US military strikes Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz for 13th night

US military strikes Iranian targets in Strait of Hormuz for 13th night

US Treasury sanctions Muslim Brotherhood leader, three entities over Hamas support

Iran rapidly rebuilding military sites despite US, Israeli strikes: WSJ

Iran rapidly rebuilding military sites despite US, Israeli strikes: WSJ

Trump says frozen Iranian funds to cover ship and cargo damages

Trump says frozen Iranian funds to cover ship and cargo damages

Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns of decisive response to any Israeli attack

Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns of decisive response to any Israeli attack

UN chief warns Middle East risks spiraling out of control

UN chief warns Middle East risks spiraling out of control

Explosion heard in Iran's Shiraz after blasts on Qeshm Island

Explosion heard in Iran's Shiraz after blasts on Qeshm Island

Mossad says Iranian plot to target senior Israeli officials foiled

Mossad says Iranian plot to target senior Israeli officials foiled

Egyptian lawyer arrested for allegedly killing and dismembering mother in Alexandria

Egyptian lawyer arrested for allegedly killing and dismembering mother in Alexandria

UK says armed forces ready after Iranian threats over US bombers

UK says armed forces ready after Iranian threats over US bombers

US warns citizens in Middle East of possible flight disruptions

US warns citizens in Middle East of possible flight disruptions

US Senate blocks war powers measure, giving Trump leeway on Iran

US Senate blocks war powers measure, giving Trump leeway on Iran

US House votes to halt military action against Iran in symbolic move

US House votes to halt military action against Iran in symbolic move

International community responsible for Houthi threats to global shipping, analyst says

International community responsible for Houthi threats to global shipping, analyst says

Trump signals possible wider military strikes on Iran

Trump signals possible wider military strikes on Iran

UAE condemns Houthi attack on Saudi vessel, pledges support for Kingdom's security

UAE condemns Houthi attack on Saudi vessel, pledges support for Kingdom's security

Maradona medical team trial delayed amid courtroom drama

Maradona medical team trial delayed amid courtroom drama

Kuwait contains fire at Al-Abdali border post after drone attack

Kuwait contains fire at Al-Abdali border post after drone attack

Reuters: Iran sent IRGC commanders, missile equipment to Houthis

Reuters: Iran sent IRGC commanders, missile equipment to Houthis

Trump warns Iran and Houthis of major military response after Saudi ships targeted

Trump warns Iran and Houthis of major military response after Saudi ships targeted

Jordan condemns Houthi attack on Saudi ship in Red Sea, voices full support

Jordan condemns Houthi attack on Saudi ship in Red Sea, voices full support

Mass rally in Taiz backs liberation efforts and Yemeni sovereignty

Mass rally in Taiz backs liberation efforts and Yemeni sovereignty

Drone attack targets Kuwait’s Abdali border crossing, causing damage

Drone attack targets Kuwait’s Abdali border crossing, causing damage

Trump says US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal will be approved

Trump says US-Saudi civilian nuclear deal will be approved

EU condemns Houthi attack on Saudi tanker in Red Sea

EU condemns Houthi attack on Saudi tanker in Red Sea

GCC chief, UN secretary-general discuss regional developments in New York

GCC chief, UN secretary-general discuss regional developments in New York

Bahrain condemns Houthi attack on Saudi-owned ship in Red Sea

Bahrain condemns Houthi attack on Saudi-owned ship in Red Sea

Siren alarms sound across Bahrain amid Iranian attacks

Siren alarms sound across Bahrain amid Iranian attacks

Oman working with Saudi Arabia, Yemen and UN envoy to revive political process

Oman working with Saudi Arabia, Yemen and UN envoy to revive political process

Egypt urges completion of Trump plan's first phase for Gaza

Egypt urges completion of Trump plan's first phase for Gaza

US Secretary of State Rubio warns Iran will 'pay the price' for stalling on deal

US Secretary of State Rubio warns Iran will 'pay the price' for stalling on deal

Jordan intercepts 4 missiles and 6 Iranian drones

Jordan intercepts 4 missiles and 6 Iranian drones

US B-1 bomber targets Iranian Revolutionary Guard sites

US B-1 bomber targets Iranian Revolutionary Guard sites

Qatari mediators hold talks with US, Iran on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Qatari mediators hold talks with US, Iran on reopening Strait of Hormuz

US 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit returns to Japan after Iran conflict

US 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit returns to Japan after Iran conflict

US military completes new round of strikes on Iran for twelfth consecutive night

US military completes new round of strikes on Iran for twelfth consecutive night

US Central Command: fresh strikes launched against Iran

US Central Command: fresh strikes launched against Iran

Kuwait intercepts hostile drone attacks, urges public to follow safety guidelines

Kuwait intercepts hostile drone attacks, urges public to follow safety guidelines

US denies Iranian claims of control over Strait of Hormuz

US denies Iranian claims of control over Strait of Hormuz

Israeli forces stage incursion in Syria's Quneitra countryside

Israeli forces stage incursion in Syria's Quneitra countryside

Iraqi authorities seize 40 gold bars in Adnan Al-Jumaili case

Iraqi authorities seize 40 gold bars in Adnan Al-Jumaili case

Qatari emir, Syrian president hold phone talks on regional developments

Qatari emir, Syrian president hold phone talks on regional developments

US investigates possible Russian support for Iranian attacks

US investigates possible Russian support for Iranian attacks

Trump vows Iran will 'pay a heavy price' after US soldiers killed

Trump vows Iran will 'pay a heavy price' after US soldiers killed

Iraqi prime minister orders sweeping changes in military leadership

Iraqi prime minister orders sweeping changes in military leadership

US Senate hearing turns heated over Iran war funding request

US Senate hearing turns heated over Iran war funding request

Iranian parliament speaker: Hormuz Strait security depends on US withdrawal

Iranian parliament speaker: Hormuz Strait security depends on US withdrawal

Ukrainian drone strikes hit commercial warehouses in southern Russia

Ukrainian drone strikes hit commercial warehouses in southern Russia

Breakaway Rapid Support Forces unit arrives in Khartoum after army coordination

Breakaway Rapid Support Forces unit arrives in Khartoum after army coordination

Mossad chief visited Washington for talks on Iran conflict: Axios

Mossad chief visited Washington for talks on Iran conflict: Axios

US informs Israel of plans to intensify attacks on Iran

US informs Israel of plans to intensify attacks on Iran

Bulgaria condemns Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping, voices support for Saudi Arabia

Bulgaria condemns Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping, voices support for Saudi Arabia

US Central Command redirects 9 ships attempting to breach Iran blockade

US Central Command redirects 9 ships attempting to breach Iran blockade

Egyptian, Russian foreign ministers discuss regional developments in Manila

Egyptian, Russian foreign ministers discuss regional developments in Manila

British couple in critical condition after escalating hunger strike in Iranian prison

British couple in critical condition after escalating hunger strike in Iranian prison

Arab Parliament welcomes Dutch ban on Israeli settlement products

Arab Parliament welcomes Dutch ban on Israeli settlement products

Houthi accusations against Saudi Arabia an attempt to evade responsibility, analyst says

Houthi accusations against Saudi Arabia an attempt to evade responsibility, analyst says

US Senator Rubio: Iran in major crisis, Trump has many options

US Senator Rubio: Iran in major crisis, Trump has many options

UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian attacks on four Arab countries

UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian attacks on four Arab countries

Trump proposes FIFA chief Infantino for next UN secretary-general

Trump proposes FIFA chief Infantino for next UN secretary-general

Iran’s Axe Mountain nuclear site draws scrutiny after Trump strike threat

Iran’s Axe Mountain nuclear site draws scrutiny after Trump strike threat

Iran executes young lawyer amid conflicting reports over charges

Iran executes young lawyer amid conflicting reports over charges

Arab League condemns calls to storm Al-Aqsa, blames Israel

Arab League condemns calls to storm Al-Aqsa, blames Israel

Record 105.8 million Americans out of the labor force in June

Record 105.8 million Americans out of the labor force in June

Trump: Americans oppose high energy prices, not war

Trump: Americans oppose high energy prices, not war

Iran rejects Trump claim, says no plans to resume US talks

Iran rejects Trump claim, says no plans to resume US talks

Yemeni information minister: Houthi project is military, linked to IRGC

Yemeni information minister: Houthi project is military, linked to IRGC

Heatwave causes 5,764 additional deaths in France over two months

Heatwave causes 5,764 additional deaths in France over two months

Bahrain Defense Force accuses Iran of ongoing attacks on civilians

Bahrain Defense Force accuses Iran of ongoing attacks on civilians

Soaring Iran war costs spark debate in US Congress

Soaring Iran war costs spark debate in US Congress

Bahrain intercepts Iranian aerial attacks, says state TV

Bahrain intercepts Iranian aerial attacks, says state TV

US missile strike hits Iran’s Larak Island near Strait of Hormuz

US missile strike hits Iran’s Larak Island near Strait of Hormuz

Iraqi prime minister Ali Al-Zaidi to visit Iran on Thursday

Iraqi prime minister Ali Al-Zaidi to visit Iran on Thursday

Quad foreign ministers discuss Indo-Pacific security in Manila

Quad foreign ministers discuss Indo-Pacific security in Manila

Iran accuses US of violating international law with threats to nuclear sites

Iran accuses US of violating international law with threats to nuclear sites

Sudan condemns Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia, reaffirms support for Riyadh

Sudan condemns Houthi threats against Saudi Arabia, reaffirms support for Riyadh

Iran denies French embassy staff intimidation claims

Iran denies French embassy staff intimidation claims

Ukraine president appoints new army chief amid protests

Ukraine president appoints new army chief amid protests

Jordan intercepts four Iranian missiles, two land in uninhabited areas

Jordan intercepts four Iranian missiles, two land in uninhabited areas

Wildfires in southern France force hundreds to evacuate, destroy thousands of hectares

Wildfires in southern France force hundreds to evacuate, destroy thousands of hectares

Netherlands to impose full ban on Israeli settlement products from September

Netherlands to impose full ban on Israeli settlement products from September

Croatian police recover bodies of three Egyptians from Sava River

Croatian police recover bodies of three Egyptians from Sava River

Only three cargo ships passed through Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday: Kpler

Only three cargo ships passed through Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday: Kpler

Lebanese president calls for balanced ties with Syria, free from interference

Lebanese president calls for balanced ties with Syria, free from interference

Iran records highest dust storm hours in region, says center

Iran records highest dust storm hours in region, says center

US Secretary of State Rubio warns Iran control of Hormuz would set dangerous precedent

US Secretary of State Rubio warns Iran control of Hormuz would set dangerous precedent

US ready to negotiate with Iran, says Secretary of State Rubio

US ready to negotiate with Iran, says Secretary of State Rubio

Death toll from severe storm in northern Chile rises to 13

Death toll from severe storm in northern Chile rises to 13

Trump to attend transfer ceremony for US troops killed in Iran attacks

Trump to attend transfer ceremony for US troops killed in Iran attacks

KSrelief continues distributing hot meals in central and southern Gaza

KSrelief continues distributing hot meals in central and southern Gaza

US defense secretary: Iran war has cost $37.5 billion so far

US defense secretary: Iran war has cost $37.5 billion so far

US House approves short-term funding bill to avert government shutdown

US House approves short-term funding bill to avert government shutdown

US secretary of state: Iran not serious about ending war

US secretary of state: Iran not serious about ending war

US Central Command completes 11th consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran

US Central Command completes 11th consecutive night of airstrikes on Iran

Iranian Revolutionary Guard reports explosions halt two oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian Revolutionary Guard reports explosions halt two oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz

Pentagon reports 100 US troops injured in recent Iran clashes as Trump vows strong response

Pentagon reports 100 US troops injured in recent Iran clashes as Trump vows strong response

Two Palestinians killed, others injured by Israeli fire in West Bank's Deir Jarir

Two Palestinians killed, others injured by Israeli fire in West Bank's Deir Jarir

US announces launch of first pilot zones in southern Lebanon

US announces launch of first pilot zones in southern Lebanon

Israeli military launches pilot phase of safe zone in southern Lebanon

Israeli military launches pilot phase of safe zone in southern Lebanon

Israeli finance minister: No interest in joining Iran conflict

Israeli finance minister: No interest in joining Iran conflict

Indian opposition lawmakers protest near PM’s residence over student rights

Indian opposition lawmakers protest near PM’s residence over student rights

Shipping traffic in Strait of Hormuz nearly halts amid US-Iran tensions: Bloomberg

Shipping traffic in Strait of Hormuz nearly halts amid US-Iran tensions: Bloomberg

US launches new strikes on Iran as explosions reported near Bushehr, Bandar Abbas

US launches new strikes on Iran as explosions reported near Bushehr, Bandar Abbas

Trump says Netanyahu will not be arrested during US visit

Trump says Netanyahu will not be arrested during US visit

Pentagon delays disclosure of US troop casualties in Iran conflict

Pentagon delays disclosure of US troop casualties in Iran conflict

Palestinian Foreign Ministry welcomes Belgian ban on Israeli settlement goods

Palestinian Foreign Ministry welcomes Belgian ban on Israeli settlement goods

Shipping traffic through Strait of Hormuz drops amid Iran-US tensions

Shipping traffic through Strait of Hormuz drops amid Iran-US tensions

Kuwait intercepts Iranian missile and drone attacks, urges public to follow safety guidelines

Kuwait intercepts Iranian missile and drone attacks, urges public to follow safety guidelines

US tightens maritime blockade on Iran, diverts 8 ships

US tightens maritime blockade on Iran, diverts 8 ships

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claims missile strike on US systems at Kuwait base

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claims missile strike on US systems at Kuwait base

King Charles praises Europe’s first eco-friendly mosque during Cambridge visit

King Charles praises Europe’s first eco-friendly mosque during Cambridge visit

UK Prime Minister Burnham allows US to use British bases for Iran strikes

UK Prime Minister Burnham allows US to use British bases for Iran strikes

Rubio cites divisions in Iranian leadership, signals for talks with US

Rubio cites divisions in Iranian leadership, signals for talks with US

Iran prolonging talks to stall and apply pressure, says analyst

Iran prolonging talks to stall and apply pressure, says analyst

Erbil International Airport temporarily suspends flights after attacks

Erbil International Airport temporarily suspends flights after attacks

Lebanese army prepares to deploy in Zawtar Al-Gharbiya after Israeli withdrawal

Lebanese army prepares to deploy in Zawtar Al-Gharbiya after Israeli withdrawal

Pakistan launches unit to investigate crypto crimes and terror financing

Pakistan launches unit to investigate crypto crimes and terror financing

Iran says indirect talks with US ongoing through intermediaries

Iran says indirect talks with US ongoing through intermediaries

Lebanese army urges occupation forces to resolve disputes via coordination group

Lebanese army urges occupation forces to resolve disputes via coordination group

Bahrain says air traffic operating normally despite Iranian drone attack

Bahrain says air traffic operating normally despite Iranian drone attack

Egypt condemns threats to Saudi Arabia's security

Egypt condemns threats to Saudi Arabia's security

Trump hosts Lebanese president at White House for talks on regional, global issues

Trump hosts Lebanese president at White House for talks on regional, global issues

Yemeni analyst: legitimate government bound by constitution and national principles

Yemeni analyst: legitimate government bound by constitution and national principles

US says preparations for Chinese president's visit continue despite election interference claims

US says preparations for Chinese president's visit continue despite election interference claims

UN warns of worsening humanitarian crisis in Sudan’s El-Obeid as displacement rises

UN warns of worsening humanitarian crisis in Sudan’s El-Obeid as displacement rises

Trump warns US will strike any Iranian nuclear weapons facility

Trump warns US will strike any Iranian nuclear weapons facility

Trump praises Spain after World Cup 2026 victory

Trump praises Spain after World Cup 2026 victory

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 3,546 boxes of dates to Deir ez-Zor families in Syria

King Salman Humanitarian Center distributes 3,546 boxes of dates to Deir ez-Zor families in Syria

WHO reports over 2,400 Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo

WHO reports over 2,400 Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo

Lebanese minister hails Aoun-Trump summit as historic, says impact extends beyond military aid

Lebanese minister hails Aoun-Trump summit as historic, says impact extends beyond military aid

Strait of Hormuz ship crossings drop as US-Iran attacks escalate

Strait of Hormuz ship crossings drop as US-Iran attacks escalate

US Central Command completes ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran

US Central Command completes ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran

Bahrain intercepts and destroys multiple Iranian aerial attacks

Bahrain intercepts and destroys multiple Iranian aerial attacks

British maritime agency reports fire on ship off Oman coast

British maritime agency reports fire on ship off Oman coast

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claims strike on Amazon infrastructure in Bahrain

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claims strike on Amazon infrastructure in Bahrain

Kuwait condemns ongoing Iranian attacks as flagrant violation of sovereignty

Kuwait condemns ongoing Iranian attacks as flagrant violation of sovereignty

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveils new cabinet after Starmer resignation

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveils new cabinet after Starmer resignation

UN warns of rising settler attacks in Gaza and West Bank

UN warns of rising settler attacks in Gaza and West Bank

Bahrain intercepts multiple Iranian aerial attacks targeting civilians

Bahrain intercepts multiple Iranian aerial attacks targeting civilians

Air raid sirens sound in Kuwait and Bahrain after Iranian attacks

Air raid sirens sound in Kuwait and Bahrain after Iranian attacks

Iraqi prime minister to visit Iran for talks and agreements this week

Iraqi prime minister to visit Iran for talks and agreements this week

US nearing full-scale conflict with Iran, says Washington Post

US nearing full-scale conflict with Iran, says Washington Post

US defense secretary warns Iran of tenfold military response

US defense secretary warns Iran of tenfold military response

Pakistan PM tells Iranian interior minister: We will continue mediation role

Pakistan PM tells Iranian interior minister: We will continue mediation role

France summons Iranian chargé d'affaires over detention of embassy staff in Tehran

France summons Iranian chargé d'affaires over detention of embassy staff in Tehran

Iranian interior minister visits Pakistan with message from president

Iranian interior minister visits Pakistan with message from president

Trump jokes with Lebanese army chief Joseph Aoun at White House

Trump jokes with Lebanese army chief Joseph Aoun at White House

IOM distributes 3,000 tents to displaced people in Sudan

IOM distributes 3,000 tents to displaced people in Sudan

Venezuela twin earthquake death toll rises to 5,208

Venezuela twin earthquake death toll rises to 5,208

Palestinian woman and her four children killed in Israeli airstrike on Gaza apartment

Palestinian woman and her four children killed in Israeli airstrike on Gaza apartment

FAO warns Middle East conflict and El Niño threaten progress on global hunger

FAO warns Middle East conflict and El Niño threaten progress on global hunger

Jordanian military intercepts three Iranian missiles, fourth lands in remote area

Jordanian military intercepts three Iranian missiles, fourth lands in remote area

Yemeni minister: Houthi flight ban aims to justify escalation

Yemeni minister: Houthi flight ban aims to justify escalation

US military completes new round of strikes against Iran

US military completes new round of strikes against Iran

Yemeni leader says Houthi blackmail tactics are over, stresses unified national decision

Yemeni leader says Houthi blackmail tactics are over, stresses unified national decision

Lebanese army deploys in southern town after Israeli withdrawal

Lebanese army deploys in southern town after Israeli withdrawal

Netanyahu seeks to persuade Trump to launch major strike on Iran: WSJ

Netanyahu seeks to persuade Trump to launch major strike on Iran: WSJ

Yemen praises Saudi stance, warns Houthis threaten shipping and deny blockade claims

Yemen praises Saudi stance, warns Houthis threaten shipping and deny blockade claims

US Embassy in Bahrain warns citizens of possible threats in central Manama

US Embassy in Bahrain warns citizens of possible threats in central Manama

Kremlin rejects NATO troop deployment in Ukraine, warns of escalation

Kremlin rejects NATO troop deployment in Ukraine, warns of escalation

Yemen resumes oil exports, revenues to fund salaries and services

Yemen resumes oil exports, revenues to fund salaries and services

Bahrain intercepts Iranian aerial attacks targeting civilians

Bahrain intercepts Iranian aerial attacks targeting civilians

Thousands protest in New Delhi over university exam cheating, demand education minister's resignation

Thousands protest in New Delhi over university exam cheating, demand education minister's resignation

Bab Al-Mandab vital to global trade, any threat impacts world economy: analyst

Bab Al-Mandab vital to global trade, any threat impacts world economy: analyst

Explosion reported near electronics complex in Shiraz, Iranian media say

Explosion reported near electronics complex in Shiraz, Iranian media say

UN warns Houthi threats to Saudi Arabia risk global trade and economy

UN warns Houthi threats to Saudi Arabia risk global trade and economy

Jordan condemns Houthi threats to maritime navigation, voices support for Saudi Arabia

Jordan condemns Houthi threats to maritime navigation, voices support for Saudi Arabia

British agency: Commercial ship attacked off Oman, no injuries or environmental impact

British agency: Commercial ship attacked off Oman, no injuries or environmental impact

Explosions heard in several Iranian cities, governor reports attacks

Explosions heard in several Iranian cities, governor reports attacks

Israeli forces fire near Lebanese army units during Zotar Al-Gharbiya deployment

Israeli forces fire near Lebanese army units during Zotar Al-Gharbiya deployment

Iranian interior minister meets Pakistan’s prime minister as Islamabad steps up mediation between Tehran and Washington

Iranian interior minister meets Pakistan’s prime minister as Islamabad steps up mediation between Tehran and Washington

Iranian president says economy is key battleground amid US pressure

Iranian president says economy is key battleground amid US pressure

Indian refiners halt Iraqi oil shipments as Hormuz risks rise

Indian refiners halt Iraqi oil shipments as Hormuz risks rise

Kuwaiti military intercepts Iranian drone attacks

Kuwaiti military intercepts Iranian drone attacks

Kuwaiti air defenses intercept attacks following Iranian strikes

Kuwaiti air defenses intercept attacks following Iranian strikes

US will engage only with Lebanon's legitimate government, says Rubio

US will engage only with Lebanon's legitimate government, says Rubio

Hamas elects Khalil Al-Hayya as political bureau chief

Hamas elects Khalil Al-Hayya as political bureau chief

Kuwaiti air defenses intercept drone attacks after Iranian strikes

Kuwaiti air defenses intercept drone attacks after Iranian strikes

Trump warns Iran of severe retaliation for any US troop deaths

Trump warns Iran of severe retaliation for any US troop deaths

Kuwait summons Iranian ambassador over attack on Kuwaiti tanker in Hormuz

Kuwait summons Iranian ambassador over attack on Kuwaiti tanker in Hormuz

US Central Command boosts HIMARS readiness in Middle East

US Central Command boosts HIMARS readiness in Middle East

UK prime minister tells Trump Britain committed to securing Hormuz Strait

UK prime minister tells Trump Britain committed to securing Hormuz Strait

Trump warns US will respond to any Red Sea blockade, maintains Hormuz pressure

Trump warns US will respond to any Red Sea blockade, maintains Hormuz pressure

Iran threatens US and allies over possible nuclear site attack

Iran threatens US and allies over possible nuclear site attack

Israeli intelligence: Iran moved centrifuges to deep Pickaxe Mountain tunnels

Israeli intelligence: Iran moved centrifuges to deep Pickaxe Mountain tunnels

Bahrain condemns Houthi threats, affirms Saudi security is integral

Bahrain condemns Houthi threats, affirms Saudi security is integral

Jordanian military intercepts five Iranian drones

Jordanian military intercepts five Iranian drones

Trump says Iran desperate for new deal with US

Trump says Iran desperate for new deal with US