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Iran Rejects US Talks as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Deepens Amid Mixed Signals
Iran has dismissed potential talks with the US until Washington meets its set conditions, even as President Donald Trump claims Tehran is seeking a quick agreement amid an escalating crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.
Yemeni Rebels Report Heavy Saudi Air Strikes Following Vowed Retaliation
Yemen's Houthi rebels report dozens of overnight Saudi air strikes following a promise from the Saudi-led coalition to respond firmly to cross-border missile and drone attacks.
Delaware Primary Elections 2024: Key Races, Voting Times, and What to Watch
Delaware voters head to the polls for the final state primary election before the November midterms, featuring key races for the US Senate and US House.
Hungary Moves to Amend Controversial Anti-LGBTQ Law to Meet EU Standards
Hungary's government has submitted a bill to parliament to amend controversial anti-LGBTQ legislation introduced under Viktor Orban in order to align with European Union standards.
How Donald Trump's Ubiquity Is Complicating GOP Midterm Strategy
President Donald Trump's omnipresence and controversial economic and foreign policies are creating significant hurdles for Republican candidates ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
Severe Houthi Missile and Drone Strikes Target Saudi Arabia as Displacement Soars in Yemen
Houthi rebels launched a new wave of missile and drone attacks on Saudi Arabia as fighting and flooding displaced nearly 94,000 people across Yemen.
Inside Yemen’s Gate of Tears: How the Bab al-Mandeb Strait Became Iran’s Strategic Wild Card
An examination of how the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait in Yemen has become a vital geopolitical leverage point and wildcard for Iran through its Houthi proxies.
Diplomatic Crisis Erupts as Western Sanctions on Israeli Settlements Trigger Swift Retaliation
Western announcements of sanctions on Israeli settlements have sparked a severe diplomatic crisis, leading to retaliatory closures, escalating violence in the West Bank, and a worsening humanitarian disaster in Gaza.
How the BJP's Rise to Power is Making Beef Vanish from West Bengal's Plates
Stringent enforcement of cattle slaughter regulations and delayed licence renewals following the BJP's electoral victory in West Bengal have led to a severe beef shortage, driving up prices and forcing residents to alter their traditional diets.
Prolonged Internet Blackout Exceeds 100 Days Across Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Amid Ongoing Unrest
Internet access has been restricted for over 100 days in Pakistan-administered Kashmir following protests over electoral reform, severely disrupting businesses and education.
US Supreme Court Deals Blow to Trump by Rejecting Mail-In Ballot Restrictions Ahead of Midterms
The US Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to enforce strict mail-in voting rules ahead of the November midterm elections.
Tehran's Regional Ambitions Undermine Diplomacy and Threaten Gulf Stability
Recent Houthi escalations in Yemen and suspended talks in Oman highlight a major contradiction in Tehran's approach to regional diplomacy and Gulf security.
Tragic Killing of Baghdad Police Commander Exposes Iraq's Severe Housing Crisis and Land Mafias
The fatal shooting of a Baghdad police commander during a clearance operation highlights Iraq's deep-rooted housing crisis, rampant land mafias, and the failure of state authority.
Trump Administration Faces Dual Legal Blows as Courts Block Visa Caps and Residency Rules
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's proposed visa limits for students and journalists, while a coalition of states launched legal challenges against stricter residency and public benefit rules.
Russia Delivers First Military Supplies to Syria Under New Strategic Base Agreement
Russia has delivered its first military supplies to Syrian ports under a newly signed bilateral agreement, marking a strategic shift in the management of Moscow's remaining Middle Eastern bases.
High-Stakes Geneva Talks Test Fragile Peace Agreement Between Rwanda and the DRC
Officials from the DRC and Rwanda are meeting in Geneva to review security commitments under the 2025 Washington Accords amid ongoing conflict in the eastern DRC.
Sweden Election Hangs in the Balance as Centre-Left Takes Narrow Lead and Far-Right Slips
Sweden's centre-left opposition bloc holds a narrow lead in a too-close-to-call election as the far-right Sweden Democrats suffer a rare decline in voter support.
Trump Nominates Representative Wesley Hunt as US Ambassador to Saudi Arabia
President Donald Trump has nominated Representative Wesley Hunt to serve as the new US ambassador to Saudi Arabia, filling a post that has been vacant for months amidst regional tensions.
Texas Landowners Sue Trump Administration to Halt Big Bend Border Wall Construction
A group of Texas landowners, businesses, and organisations have filed a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from constructing a border wall in the remote Big Bend region, citing low crossing statistics and deep local opposition.
US EPA Repeals Greenhouse Gas Limits on Power Plants in Major Deregulation Move
The US Environmental Protection Agency is repealing rules that limit greenhouse gas emissions from coal and gas power plants, aiming to slash industry costs while drawing swift condemnation from environmental and health groups.
Israeli Officials Probe Award-Winning Venice Festival Documentary on Gaza Conduct for Treason
Israeli leaders are launching a legal probe and considering treason charges against the directors of a controversial documentary about Gaza military conduct that recently won an award at the Venice Film Festival.
Escalating Crisis in Jerusalem Daily as New Report Highlights Hardships
A new report from Jerusalem Daily outlines the ongoing erosion of Palestinian life through a detailed video feature.
US Homeland Security Detains Alleged Saddam-Era Intelligence Officer in Michigan
US authorities have detained Raad Alanbagi, a Michigan resident and alleged high-ranking intelligence officer from the regime of Saddam Hussein, following an ongoing national security investigation.
NATO Vows Stronger Support for Ukraine After Russian Drone Strikes Near Polish Border
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte pledged continued support for Ukraine following Russian drone strikes near the Polish border, as leaders warn of potential regional escalation.