Iran developing a ‘vetting system’ for Strait of Hormuz transit: Report
Lloyd's List reports that ships could be allowed to pass through 'safe corridor' once they are approved by IRGC.
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Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr around the world amid shadow of war
People gather with family and for congregational prayers to mark the end of the holy fasting month.
Eid celebrations dimmed by war and displacement across Middle East
Economic crises and conflict dampen traditional Eid celebrations in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon.
Five problems the Iran war could solve for Israel’s Netanyahu
From the Iranian threat to his own domestic legal and political troubles, war with Iran has advantages for Netanyahu.
Long before Trump: How US policy has harmed the environment for decades
Environment advocacy groups are suing the US government over climate change policy rollback.
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Ukraine sends advisers to Gulf as it counterattacks Russian forces in south
Ukraine may have reclaimed 400sq km (154sq miles) of territory in 2026, and is downing record numbers of Russian drones.
‘It helps us survive’: Poverty forces children into mine work in DR Congo
Congolese authorities say 70 children died in a landslide at the Rubaya mine, source of much of the world’s coltan.
Three charged in the US with smuggling AI chips into China
US charges men reportedly tied to Super Micro Computer for helping to smuggle billions of dollars' worth of AI chips.
Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery as Israel renews attacks on Tehran
Attacks stretch from Kuwait to the UAE as analysts warn conflict is entering a dangerous new phase.
Kuwait oil refinery hit again as Iran targets Gulf energy infrastructure
Attacks stretch from Kuwait to the UAE as analysts warn conflict is entering a dangerous new phase.
Iran war: What is happening on day 21 of US-Israel attacks?
Tehran has warned of zero restraint if energy facilities are attacked again, while Netanyahu points to ground operation.
Eid under siege: Little to celebrate in Gaza as Israel tightens chokehold
Tighter restrictions on goods and aid are driving shortages, adding to the strain on families in Gaza on Eid.
Iran women’s football team feted in Tehran after asylum battle at Asian Cup
Iran’s national football team returned to their war-torn nation after several of the players sought asylum in Australia.
Iranian football players celebrated in Tehran
Iran’s national women’s football team has been given a hero’s welcome home, weeks after they were thrust into a crisis.
FIFA’s Gianni Infantino seemingly changes course on peace efforts
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said his organisation “can certainly not solve geopolitical conflicts.”
Iran footballer Azmoun kicked off national team for disloyalty, say reports
Reports say Sardar Azmoun, who plays for UAE club Shabab Al-Ahli, was expelled for Instagram post with Dubai's ruler.
Japan vs Australia: Women’s Asian Cup final – team news, start and lineups
Hosts Australia will be hoping to turn the tables on Japan as they meet for a third time in the Asian Cup final.
Why Pakistani farmers are suing two German companies for deadly 2022 floods
Case relates to RWE and Heidelberg Materials, accused of emissions that intensified historic floods and destroyed farms.
Unpacking Netanyahu’s latest claims about the war on Iran
Benjamin Netanyahu claimed to have made significant progress in 20 days of war on Iran but indicated more is to come.
Trump must ‘take the steering wheel back from the Israelis’ in Iran war
Trita Parsi, argues that US President Trump must not allow Israel to control the war with Iran.
Luka Doncic scores 60 points as Lakers rally to defeat Heat in NBA
The NBA's leading scorer recorded the second 60-point game of his career as the Lakers take down the Heat in Miami.
Brazil’s president criticises the US for thinking ‘they own the world’
President of Brazil Lula de Silva criticised the United States’ aggressive foreign policy under President Trump.
Palestinians bury four women killed in Iranian missile attack
A small occupied West Bank community has buried four women killed in a hair salon during an Iranian missile attack.
Israel’s messianic political elite ‘does not know any boundaries’
Ilan Pappe, Israeli historian, says Israel’s unconstrained behavior is driven by a messianic aspiration for expansion.
Videos show Iranian missile fragments impacting northern Israel
Videos published by local Israeli platforms show Iranian missile fragments making impact in northern Israel.
Iran war live: IRGC says spokesman killed in US-Israeli missile attack
Iran strikes Israeli oil refinery in northern city of Haifa as Tehran launches attacks on regional energy facilities.
Iran war live: Tehran warns of intensified strikes if energy sites targeted
Iran strikes Israeli oil refinery in northern city of Haifa as Tehran launches attacks on regional energy facilities.
US arts commission approves gold coin stamped with Donald Trump’s face
The gold coin comes in addition to Trump's efforts to have his face stamped on a $1 coin, in violation of federal law.
Mexican military says 11 killed in raid targeting Sinaloa cartel leader
Omar Oswaldo Torres, the leader of the Los Mayos faction of the Sinaloa criminal network, was detained in raid.
US intelligence chief admits US, Israel not aligned on Iran war goals
The US Director of National Intelligence says American and Israeli goals in the war on Iran are not the same.