Iran, Oman discuss temporary shipping lane through Strait of Hormuz
Omani FM hopes the two countries will 'soon announce' a joint temporary transit corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.
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More than 1,300 people arrested by ICE in Virginia and Maryland
More than 1,300 people were arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Virginia and Maryland.
Two unvaccinated people die of measles in US state of Pennsylvania
Experts warn that declining vaccination rates have opened the door for resurgence of disease once largely eradicated.
Israeli forces block Palestinian American Lou Ridi from walking on his land
Israeli forces told Palestinian American Lou Ridi he cannot walk on his own land in Qusra, while settlers roam freely.
India police clash with protesters a month after Gen Z demonstrations
Police used water cannons and batons as a few thousand protesters broke through security barricades in Bihar's capital.
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Kurdish-led forces in Syria dissolve after merging with army
Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) commander campaigns for Kurdish language preservation after decade fighting ISIL.
Kurdish-led forces in Syria dissolve after merging with the army
SDF commander campaigns for Kurdish language preservation after decade fighting the Islamic State.
Israeli protesters block aid trucks from reaching Gaza
Israeli protesters block aid trucks from reaching Gaza
Video: Israeli forces raid UN training centre and raise Israeli flag
Itamar Ben-Gvir celebrated after Israeli forces raided a UN-operated facility in occupied East Jerusalem.
Syria’s economy poised for improvement after US sanctions removal
Removal of US sanctions offers Syria a chance to fully rejoin the global financial system after years of isolation.
Syria ‘shakes off’ past with removal from US ‘terror’ list, says al-Sharaa
Removal of decades-old designation offers major sanctions relief for Syria, aiming to boost post-war reconstruction.
Kremlin denies US talks amid reports CIA Director Ratcliffe in Russia
Washington reportedly alerted Ukraine to refrain from strikes until delegation leaves Moscow, US media reports.
Kremlin denies planned talks with US envoys amid reports CIA head in Russia
Washington reportedly alerted Ukraine to refrain from strikes until delegation leaves Moscow, US media reports.
Fatah, Dahlan bloc hold reconciliation talks ahead of Palestinian elections
Fatah and Dahlan's Democratic Reform hold talks in Alamein as fears grow over a potential opposition coalition.
Spain requests emergency funding from the EU over Ceuta migrants
European Commission says it is 'assessing' Spain's request after some 70,000 migrants surged into North African enclave.
Most US Democrats in early 2028 primary states oppose aid to Israel: Poll
Survey indicates majority of Democrats in first six states to vote for 2028 nominee believe Israel committing genocide.
Canada hits US with counter-tariffs on more than 700 products
Canada imposes tariffs on $19.9bn of US goods which will take effect on September 8 as trade talks with Washington collapse.
Canada hits US with counter-tariffs targeting hundreds of products
Canada imposes tariffs on $19.9bn of US goods which will take effect on September 8 as trade talks with Washington collapse.
US judge denies Ghislaine Maxwell’s ‘frivolous’ bid to throw out conviction
US judge rejects Maxwell’s claims that newly released Epstein files could help overturn her sex-trafficking convictions.
Carlos Baleba joins Manchester United in transfer from Brighton
Cameroon midfielder joins EPL powerhouse for a fee understood to be worth up to 70 million pounds.
Sanctions or missiles? How Gulf will view Trump’s new Iran approach
As Washington pressures Tehran, Gulf states weigh sanctions against the risk of escalation.
Sanctions or missiles? Why Gulf may not relish Trump’s new Iran approach
As Washington pressures Tehran, Gulf states weigh sanctions against the risk of escalation.
Photos: Rohingya refugees rally nine years after Myanmar exodus
Tens of thousands of Rohingya in Bangladesh protest, demanding safe return to Myanmar's Rakhine state.
Students clash with police in India in a new protest over exam leaks
Hundreds of students clashed with police on Tuesday in India’s Bihar state over alleged paper leaks in an exam.
Nevada wildfire contained to 27 percent as thousands still displaced
The third wildfire in two weeks devastates neighbourhoods across Reno, home to major entertainment and casino resorts.
Chinese robot Tiangong clocks sub-9-second 100 metres in Beijing
Chinese robot seven-tenths of a second faster than the 9.58-second men's world record set by Usain Bolt in 100m.
Infantino’s presidency under threat: FIFA elections, challengers, dates
Amid waning support and growing criticism, the FIFA chief looks to hold onto his powerful position in world football.
Nine years of Rohingya refugee crisis
Nine years of Rohingya refugee crisis
Gaza marks one year since Mariam Dagga was killed in Israeli strike
A ceremony was held in Gaza to mark one year since an Israeli double strike killed 22 Palestinians in a hospital.
Qatar says US sanctions on Iran are unilateral
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said in a briefing on Tuesday that the US sanctions on Iran are unilateral.