Pakistan on Edge as Protests Erupt Over Ayatollah Khamenei’s Death
Pakistan faces unrest and a diplomatic dilemma after Ayatollah Khamenei's death in a U.S.-Israel strike.
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Belgium and France seized a Russian oil tanker, the Ethera, in the North Sea, targeting Russia's shadow fleet.
Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth to Address Iran Strikes in First Press Conference
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth will hold a press conference on the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran, the first such briefing since the strikes began.
Pentagon Used Anthropic’s Claude AI in Iran Strikes Amid Contract Dispute
The U.S. military reportedly used Anthropic's Claude AI in strikes against Iran, despite a dispute over ethical guardrails and a subsequent ban by the Trump administration.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Dies at 86 in US-Israel Air Attack on Iran
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei dies at 86 after US-Israel air attack on Iran. His death marks the end of an era in Iranian politics.
Modi Condemns Iran Attacks on UAE, Urges Regional De-Escalation
Indian PM Narendra Modi condemned Iran's attacks on UAE, urging de-escalation and regional peace.
US Destroys Iranian Revolutionary Guard HQ, Reports First US Deaths in Conflict
The US has destroyed Iran's Revolutionary Guard HQ, marking the first US deaths in the conflict. Explosions have rocked Tehran and other Middle East cities.
South Africa Mobilizes to Aid Citizens Stranded in Gulf Amid Escalating Regional Conflict
South Africa's DIRCO is helping stranded citizens in the Gulf amid rising tensions between Iran, Israel, and the US.
PM Modi Condemns Attacks on UAE, Urges Ceasefire Amid Middle East Tensions
PM Modi calls Israeli PM Netanyahu, stresses civilian safety amid Middle East tensions.
Israel Strikes Lebanon as Hezbollah Attacks Intensify Iran Conflict
Israel launched air strikes on Hezbollah-controlled areas in Lebanon, escalating the conflict involving Iran and the United States.
Islamabad Mosque Bombing Sparks Concern Over Sectarian Tensions in Pakistan
A suicide bombing at a Shia mosque in Islamabad killed 30 people, sparking concerns over rising sectarian tensions in Pakistan.
Celebration and Grief in Iran as Khamenei’s Death Sparks Contrasting Emotions
Celebration and grief in Iran as Khamenei's death sparks contrasting emotions across the country.
Belgian-French Forces Seize Putin’s Shadow Fleet Tanker in North Sea Raid
Belgian and French forces seized a Russian 'shadow fleet' oil tanker in the North Sea, marking a significant blow to Moscow's efforts to circumvent international sanctions.
Gold Hits Record $5,292 Per Ounce Amid Iran Conflict and Geopolitical Tensions
Gold hits record $5,292 per ounce amid Iran conflict and geopolitical tensions.
First Oil Tanker Attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Tensions Rise
The first oil tanker attacked in the Strait of Hormuz was the Skylight, a vessel flying the flag of the Republic of Palau, according to Oman's Maritime Security Centre.