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What are Iran’s cluster munitions that are penetrating Israeli defences?
Cluster bombs disperse munitions over a wide area and are particularly dangerous for civilians, analysts say.
The tragic toll of Sudan’s destroyed healthcare
The tragic toll of Sudan’s destroyed healthcare
Qatar’s foreign affairs ministry stresses need for regional coexistence
Qatar’s foreign affairs ministry spokesman said that coexistence in the region is essential despite Iranian attacks.
IPL champions Bengaluru to keep 11 seats empty in honour of stampede dead
Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the Indian Premier League champions, will reserve 11 seats in memory of stampede victims.
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Adviser questions US justification for war on Iran
Brian Finucane says US intelligence failed to substantiate claims of an ‘imminent threat’ from Iran
The US should end the war asap
The best way to manage the fallout of the US-Israel war on Iran is to end it now.
Missing Iranian uranium hinders Trump’s victory declaration
Former NATO official William Alberque says 440 kg of missing Iranian uranium is blocking a US victory claim.
’Terrified’ Israeli residents recount Iranian missile attack
Video shows the aftermath of an Iranian missile attack on the Israeli town of Nesher.
Palestinians struggle as Gaza endures severe fuel and gas shortages
Gaza's gas supplies dwindle, with families waiting months for minimal quantities amid Israeli-induced shortages.
Moment Israeli soldier throws stun grenade at shop near Ramallah
CCTV footage shows an Israeli soldier throwing a stun grenade into a shop during a night raid near Ramallah.
Are Middle East attacks pushing Asia towards an energy crisis?
Energy facilities in the Middle East are under attack, including Qatar's LNG, pushing prices higher.
Israeli forces blow up mosque minaret in southern Lebanon
Video shows Israeli forces blowing up a mosque's minaret in Khiam in southern Lebanon.
Australia and EU seal trade deal to cut reliance on China’s rare earths
EU's Von der Leyen says critical minerals partnership is 'crucial' as China dominates supply chains.
Lebanon declares Iranian ambassador persona non grata amid Israeli attacks
Lebanese Foreign Ministry summons envoy to Iran, citing breaches of diplomatic protocol by Tehran.
How does the current global oil crisis compare with the 1973 oil embargo?
The 1973 oil embargo removed 4.5 million barrels per day from global supply. Today, that figure stands at 20 million.
Accountability for international humanitarian law is a ‘thing of the past’
Former ICC prosecutor Geoffrey Nice says the US-Israel warns that holding powerful states accountable is ‘unrealistic'
Bill Cosby found guilty of 1972 sexual assault, victim awarded nearly $60m
The actor faces allegations of sexual misconduct by at least 60 women, all of which he denies.
Amazon says AWS Bahrain region ‘disrupted’ following drone activity
The disruption marks the second time in a month that AWS operations have been affected by the Iran war.
Supporter groups file lawsuit against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices
Euroconsumers and FSE file a lawsuit with the European Commission against the sport body over World Cup ticket prices.
Iran launches waves of missiles towards Israel
Israel’s Magen David Adom emergency medical service said 'six people were lightly injured' in the missile strikes.
Iran says no talks with US, calls Trump statements a ‘bluff’
Iranian officials have dismissed statements by Trump as a ‘bluff’, denying any direct or indirect talks with the US.
Drone footage shows aftermath of Iranian missile attack in Tel Aviv
Drone footage shows extensive damage to a multi-storey residential building in Tel Aviv after a wave of Iranian attacks.
McCullum to continue as England’s all-format cricket head coach
Brendon McCullum, Ben Stokes and Rob Key will keep their positions despite recent Ashes drubbing and T20 World Cup exit.
Hong Kong grants police power to demand phone and computer passwords
The new provisions allow police to seize items with 'seditious intention', bypassing judicial authorisations.
Israel kills three in Beirut as it intensifies attacks across Lebanon
Israel steps up attacks across Lebanon as more than a million people are displaced due to the conflict.
Israel kills two in Beirut as it intensifies attacks across Lebanon
Israel steps up attacks across Lebanon as more than a million people are displaced due to the conflict.
Deadly air attack hits pro-Iran Popular Mobilisation Forces in Iraq
Video shows the aftermath of an airstrike in Iraq’s Anbar province on a headquarters of the Popular Mobilisation Forces.
Al Jazeera reports from scene of attack on Tehran residential area
Al Jazeera reports from scene of attack on Tehran residential area
Despite Trump’s peace talk claims, US-Israeli attacks continue to hit Iran
Huge explosions were heard in Tehran and other cities, as Iran denied it held talks with the US to end the war.