Iran Halts Strait of Hormuz Tankers Over Israel Attacks
Iran has stopped oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, demanding Israel cease attacks on Lebanon as Trump's ceasefire faces backlash from allies.
Iran has stopped oil tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz, demanding Israel cease attacks on Lebanon as Trump's ceasefire faces backlash from allies.
Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt and Saudi Arabia are establishing themselves as a new regional power bloc, aiming to reshape Middle Eastern dynamics and curb Israeli and Iranian dominance following recent conflicts.
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Israeli airstrikes hit Beirut and other Lebanese areas, killing dozens and wounding hundreds in a major escalation, despite a US-Iran ceasefire deal that excluded Lebanon.
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RecommendedIsrael conducted extensive airstrikes on commercial and residential areas in Lebanon, targeting over 100 Hezbollah sites hours after a ceasefire was announced in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Suspected jihadists have killed more than 40 people in attacks across nine villages in Nigeria's Kebbi and Niger states, with residents blaming the Mahmuda group.
A tentative two-week ceasefire between Iran, Israel, and the US has begun, raising hopes of halting hostilities. However, major disagreements over nuclear programs, missile arsenals, and regional influence persist.
Somalia narrowly avoided famine in early 2026 but now confronts severe hunger affecting 6.5 million people due to drought and aid cuts, with global conflicts worsening the crisis.
Millions in Somalia face extreme hunger and water shortages due to aid cuts and climate shocks, with conflicts in Iran and Lebanon exacerbating supply chain disruptions and diverting international attention.
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The family of 19-year-old Orla Wates, who died in a motorcycle accident on Vietnam's Ha Giang loop, have paid tribute to their 'beautiful, independent and very funny' daughter and donated her organs.
A video from Tehran shows widespread jubilation as a ceasefire is announced, ending the Iran-US war. Crowds celebrate in the streets, marking a pivotal moment in the conflict.
Official estimates reveal 30,000 British residents have left the UAE since Iran's strikes, with one in eight expats fleeing Dubai's once-stable image. Schools face empty classrooms as families relocate to the UK amid missile attacks and growing uncertaint
The UK Foreign Office advises against all but essential travel to the UAE due to significant security risks following regional escalation. Flights are gradually resuming, but travellers face restrictions and safety warnings.
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An American man living in the UK has shared three tongue-in-cheek yet heartfelt reasons why he would never move back to the United States, citing cultural adaptation and practical quirks.
Ghana's UN resolution declaring the slave trade 'the gravest crime against humanity' passed with 123 votes, but UK and EU abstentions highlight resistance to reparations debate.
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Rafael Behr argues that Europe must not rely on a post-Trump US reverting to normalcy, as Trump's impact may permanently alter transatlantic relations and democratic norms.
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An American journalist kidnapped in Iraq has been released after a brief captivity, with details emerging about the incident and ongoing security concerns in the region.
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Joseph Figueira Martin, a detained aid worker held in the Central African Republic for nearly two years, has been released and is expected to return to Lisbon, his family confirmed.
As Iranian attacks shatter Dubai's glamorous facade, migrant workers face deadly conditions under the Kafala system while influencers complain about pets and expats risk arrest for sharing war footage.
Ukrainian soldiers from the 14th Separate Mechanized Brigade conducted a perilous drone mission to evacuate a cat and dog stranded on the front line, flying them over seven miles to safety.
American journalist Shelly Kittleson, kidnapped in Baghdad, has been freed by the Iran-backed militia Kataib Hezbollah, which cited appreciation for Iraq's outgoing prime minister.
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