War spirals as information control tightens
From Washington to Tehran to Tel Aviv, the fight to control the narrative seems as critical as the war itself.
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An aid flotilla from Mexico is sailing for Cuba as the country suffers under a tightening US fuel blockade.
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Al Jazeera’s Nicolas Haque recorded his journey on the long road from Amman to Baghdad.
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Trump says Strait of Hormuz must be protected from Iranian attacks 'by other nations who use it'.
US judge sides with New York Times against Pentagon journalism policies
In his ruling, Judge Paul Friedman ruled the Trump administration sought to force out 'disfavoured journalists'.
Pezeshkian says Iran not seeking war with Muslim neighbours
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian says his country is not seeking war with its neighbours.
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro under investigation in US for drug ties
Faced with reports that two US prosecutors have opened probes, the left-wing leader denies links to drug traffickers.
India cooking gas crisis forces exodus of textile workers
Indian textile workers are returning home after days without cooking gas, as an LPG crisis linked to the Iran war.
Military movements indicate Trump is considering Iran ground operation
The US is moving military assets to the Middle East that are key to providing support for ground troop operations.
Palestinian citizens of Israel demand better protection against missiles
At least 15 people have been killed by attacks in Israel since the war on Iran started late last month.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei says enemy ‘defeated’ in message
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has released a message for the Persian New Year.
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In an initial statement, the US military said three people survived the strike but did not offer additional details.
Will Europe be pulled into the Iran war?
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QatarEnergy CEO Saad al-Kaabi says he warned US of 'consequences' of attacking Iranian energy infrastructure.