Syria’s President Names Final 70 Lawmakers to New Post-Assad Parliament
Syria’s interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, has named the final 70 lawmakers to the country’s new post-Assad parliament, according to the BBC and NBC News.
Middle East
‘Tit-for-tat US-Iran attacks appear to be over’
The U.S. and Iran have agreed to stand down after days of tit-for-tat hostilities, according to a U.S. official. The two sides will hold new talks in Qatar.
US Says Agreed to Stand Down After Iran Strikes
The US has said it has agreed to 'stand down' following an exchange of strikes with Iran, according to the BBC.
Qatari Citizen Killed in Hormuz Incident as US-Iran Talks Freeze
A Qatari citizen was killed and another wounded in an incident linked to military operations near the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Qatari statement. The incident has intensified tensions that have stalled planned U.S.-Iran talks.
Heightened Emotions in Iran as Team Melli Eliminated from World Cup
Iran’s national football team was once again eliminated from the 2026 World Cup, sparking heightened emotions in the country and abroad. According to Al Jazeera, the team ended its seventh World Cup appearance with a 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle, leaving them in third place in Group G.
Qatari Citizen Killed Amid Hormuz Tensions
A Qatari citizen was killed amid escalating military activity in the Gulf, according to Qatar’s Interior Ministry, as planned U.S.-Iran technical talks in Switzerland were frozen and the dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz became the central obstacle to diplomacy.
Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon as Tensions Rise
Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon have killed at least 4,192 people since hostilities began, according to the Lebanese health ministry, as the country grapples with renewed violence.
Israel and Lebanon Sign Framework Agreement with US Involvement
Israel and Lebanon have signed a framework agreement in Washington after several days of negotiations brokered by the US, according to BBC.
UN Pauses Strait of Hormuz Evacuation Plan After Cargo Ship Attacked
The United Nations' International Maritime Organization (IMO) has temporarily paused its ship evacuation initiative through the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo vessel was attacked, according to Al Jazeera and Al-Monitor.
Israeli Forces Shoot and Kill 2 Palestinians in West Bank and Gaza
Israeli forces have killed at least two Palestinians in separate shooting incidents in the occupied West Bank and the Gaza Strip, according to reports.
Trump Slams NATO for ‘Lax’ Iran War Support in Meeting with Rutte
US President Donald Trump criticized NATO members for not supporting the US-Israel war on Iran during a meeting with NATO chief Mark Rutte, according to Al Jazeera.
US Vows to Defend Gulf Interests as Iran War Live Updates
The United States has pledged to defend its Gulf interests following escalating tensions in the region. According to a statement from the White House, this comes amid ongoing reports of Israeli military actions in Lebanon, where two individuals have been reported killed.
UN Commission Inquiry Says Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza
A UN commission of inquiry says Israel has deliberately targeted Palestinian children, resulting in genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes in the Gaza Strip, as well as war crimes in the occupied West Bank, according to the BBC.
Iran President Lands in Pakistan After US Talks
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has landed in Pakistan for a state visit—his first overseas trip since the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran on February 28, according to a statement from Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Gaza Surfers Seek Solace Amid War
Gaza’s once-vibrant surf community was nearly wiped out by Israel’s genocidal war, but a group of resilient surfers continues to chase waves despite the ever-present threat of becoming an Israeli military target, according to Al Jazeera.