Nuclear

US Launches Strikes on Iran, Targeting Missile Sites and Boats

The US launched new strikes on southern Iran, targeting Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to place mines, according to the BBC.

WH News May 26, 2026

Leaders

Pope Leo Calls for AI to Be ‘Disarmed’ in First Major Encyclical

Pope Leo XIV has called for artificial intelligence to be 'disarmed' in his first major encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' drawing comparisons to historical failures in addressing moral crises. According to the BBC and National Catholic Reporter, the document emphasizes ethical responsibilities for AI developers and warns of risks like digital colonialism and dehumanizing technologies.

WH News May 25, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Trump Tells US Negotiators ‘Not to Rush’ Into Iran Deal

US President Donald Trump has instructed negotiators 'not to rush into a deal' with Iran, according to reports. The potential agreement includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and further talks over Iran's nuclear programme.

WH News May 24, 2026

Conflicts & Security

Trump-Iran Deal on the Brink: Opening Amid Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump claims the U.S. is 'very near' to a deal with Iran, despite both sides rejecting key demands. According to Spiegel and BBC, negotiations remain tense as military posturing continues.

WH News May 24, 2026

US Politics

Trump says he called off Iran attack at request of Gulf states

U.S. President Donald Trump said he canceled a planned attack against Iran at the request of Gulf allies, according to a statement on his social media platform.

WH News May 19, 2026

Diplomacy & Trade

Pakistan’s Mediation Faces Limits Amid Iran-US Tensions

Pakistan is struggling to maintain diplomatic channels between the United States and Iran amid rising tensions, according to Al Jazeera.

WH News May 18, 2026

Conflictos y Seguridad

Emiratos Árabes Unidos reporta ataque cerca de planta nuclear

Los Emiratos Árabes Unidos informaron un ataque con dron cerca de su planta nuclear el domingo, calificando el incidente como un 'escalado peligroso', según la BBC.

WH News May 17, 2026

Conflicts & Security

UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant

The United Arab Emirates reported a drone strike near its nuclear power plant on Sunday, calling the incident a 'dangerous escalation,' according to the BBC.

WH News May 17, 2026

África

Trump anuncia muerte de jefe de Estado Islámico en operación con Nigeria

El presidente de EE.UU., Donald Trump, informó que un líder de alto rango del Estado Islámico fue abatido en una operación conjunta con Nigeria.

WH News May 16, 2026

Oriente Medio

Líbano e Israel prorrogan tregua; Irán quiere más negociaciones con EE.UU.

Líbano e Israel prorrogaron su tregua por 30 días, según Al Jazeera. Irán mostró disposición para nuevas conversaciones con Estados Unidos.

WH News May 16, 2026

Middle East

Iran War Live: Lebanon, Israel Extend Truce; Tehran Ready for More US Talks

Lebanon and Israel have extended their truce for an additional 30 days, according to Al Jazeera. Meanwhile, Iran has signaled openness to further negotiations with the US.

WH News May 16, 2026