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Tensions Rise as Police in Barcelona Clash with Catalan National Day Activists
Police in Barcelona clashed with Catalan national day activists, while an Iranian official told Al Jazeera that the IAEA ruling was imposed by the US and Israel.
UAE Calls on UN Security Council to Implement Nationwide Sudan Arms Embargo
The United Arab Emirates has urged the UN Security Council to extend its arms embargo nationwide across Sudan as international powers debate the future of the current sanctions regime.
Modi Advocates for Global South Empowerment at BRICS Summit
India’s Modi called for the empowerment of the Global South during an address at the BRICS Summit, as featured in a recent event video.
US President Donald Trump Sparks London Backlash After Declaring a Unified Ireland 'Fantastic'
During a visit to Dublin, US President Donald Trump stated that a unified Ireland would be fantastic, drawing swift pushback from London and sparking local protests.
Strategic Seizure of Mayun Island by Iran-Backed Houthis Raises Global Shipping and Regional Security Concerns
Houthi forces have seized the strategic Mayun Island in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, strengthening their position along the Red Sea coast and raising concerns for global shipping and regional stability.
Iran Applauds Houthi Capture of Yemen's Red Sea Coast as Strategic Leverage Against the US
Iranian officials and state media are celebrating the Houthis' strategic capture of Yemen’s Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandeb strait, viewing the advances as a major victory and leverage against the United States.
Severe Escalation in Yemen Displaces 80,000 Amid Intensifying Houthi Offensive and Regional Tensions
A surge in fighting in Yemen has displaced approximately 80,000 people as the Houthis seized Mokha port and the west coast, prompting widespread humanitarian concerns and straining medical facilities.
Brics Summit Reaches Consensus on Middle East Peace and Maximum Restraint
Brics leaders issued a joint declaration urging maximum restraint in the Middle East during their summit in New Delhi. The agreement addresses ongoing regional conflicts, energy supply disruptions, and the protection of civilian infrastructure.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Holds Talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at Brics Summit
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the Brics summit to discuss regional stability and de-escalation efforts.
Beyond the Battlefield: How Ukraine is Hunting Russian Forces in African Deserts
Ukrainian elite drone operators and military specialists have been deployed to Africa and the Middle East to assist rebel forces and train local troops, extending Kyiv's fight against Russian forces beyond its own borders.
Yemeni Government Forces Target Houthi Fighters and Vehicles Near Mocha Amid Critical Red Sea Escalation
Yemeni government forces launched air strikes against Houthi fighters near Mocha following a major military escalation that threatens vital shipping lanes in the Red Sea.
US-Mediated Israel-Lebanon Talks Postponed Amid Intense Explosions and Demolitions in Southern Lebanon
Upcoming US-mediated talks between Israel and Lebanon have been delayed until October as ongoing military strikes, explosions, and structural demolitions continue across southern Lebanon.
Unprecedented CIA Release Reveals Decades-Old Intelligence and Warnings Prior to 9/11 Attacks
The CIA has released its largest-ever collection of presidential daily briefs detailing the extensive warnings and intelligence gathered on Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda prior to the September 11 attacks.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Indian PM Hold High-Level Talks at Brics Summit
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss economic integration and bilateral co-operation during the Brics summit.
Legacy of 9/11: How the 'War on Terror' Propelled Europe's Far Right into Mainstream Politics
Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, the political structures of the Global War on Terror continue to fuel the mainstreaming of Islamophobia and far-right politics across Europe.
President Sisi Set to Address Closed-Door BRICS Leaders Session in New Delhi
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi will deliver Egypt's statement at the closed-door session of the BRICS leaders summit in New Delhi, focusing on inclusive global governance and multilateral cooperation.
Gu Guatemalan Court Drops Terrorism Charges Against Deputy Minister and Indigenous Leaders
A Guatemalan judge has dismissed terrorism and other charges against Deputy Minister Luis Pacheco and three Indigenous leaders, concluding a case tied to 2023 protests.
⚠️DeletedEgyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Russian President Vladimir Putin Discuss Bilateral Ties and Regional Developments at BRICS Summit
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Russian President Vladimir Putin met at the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi to discuss bilateral cooperation and key regional issues.
Sweden's Knife-Edge Election: Left-Wing Coalition or Right-Wing Shift?
Sweden faces a high-stakes general election that could bring the right-wing Sweden Democrats into government for the first time or return a left-wing coalition to power. Voters are weighing key issues including immigration, foreign policy, law and order, and the economy.
Donald Trump Shares January 6 Riot Video on Anniversary of September 11th Attacks
On the anniversary of the September 11th attacks, President Donald Trump reposted a video from January 6, 2021, in which he urged Capitol rioters to go home.
Iran-Backed Houthi Rebels Capture Strategic Red Sea Island and Port, Threatening Global Shipping Lanes
Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have captured the strategic Perim Island and the port town of Mocha, raising global concerns over vital Red Sea shipping routes and potential impacts on oil prices amidst the wider US-Iran conflict.
Blame Erupts After Iran-Backed Houthis Capture Key Yemeni Port and Strategic Red Sea Island
A rapid advance by Iran-backed Huthis down Yemen's Red Sea coast has led to the fall of Mocha and Perim Island, sparking a blame game among US and regional allies.
Trump’s New Ukraine Peace Push Undermined by Ongoing Russian Attacks and Reality on the Ground
Despite renewed diplomatic efforts by the Trump administration, ongoing Russian military strikes and contentious peace proposals continue to undermine prospects for a viable resolution in Ukraine.
Chileans Divide Over the Historical Legacy of the 9/11 Military Coup
Chileans are divided over the legacy of the 9/11 military coup, as shown in recent video coverage highlighting the ongoing clashes.