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Qatar Reaffirms Commitment to Healing Libya's Deep Political Rifts
Qatar's minister of state has visited Benghazi to pledge support for ending Libya's longstanding political division and implementing a new election pact.
Israeli Far-Right Fractures as Itamar Ben-Gvir Rejects Electoral Alliance with Bezalel Smotrich
Tensions mount on Israel's far right ahead of elections as Itamar Ben-Gvir declines an electoral pact with Bezalel Smotrich, drawing sharp criticism from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Likud party.
Military Judge Sets June 2028 Trial Date for Alleged 9/11 Mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
A US military judge has scheduled the trial for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three co-defendants for June 2028, following years of legal delays and revoked plea agreements.
Kuwait and Pakistan Forge Strategic Military Partnership Amid Regional Security Shifts
Kuwait and Pakistan have signed a new defence and military co-operation agreement in Islamabad to bolster strategic ties as both nations navigate heightened regional security challenges.
Former ICE Agent Charged in Minnesota Shooting Released from Texas Jail After Extradition Stalemate
Former ICE agent Christian Castro, charged with shooting a Venezuelan man during a Minnesota immigration raid, was released from a Texas jail after the state declined to process his extradition.
Ratko Mladic, Notorious Bosnian Serb Commander Convicted of Srebrenica Genocide, Dies in Prison at 84
Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb military commander convicted of genocide for the Srebrenica massacre and war crimes during the Bosnian war, has died in prison at age 84.
Six Months of Conflict: Evaluating the Strategic Gains and Losses for the US and Iran
Six months after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, the resulting war has triggered a global oil crisis, claimed thousands of lives, and left neither side with a clear strategic victory.
Qatar and Iran Discuss Strait of Hormuz Corridor Amid Hopes for US Talks
Qatar's prime minister held high-level talks in Tehran with Iranian officials regarding the Strait of Hormuz and potential shipping corridors, as international efforts continue to revive dialogue with the United States.
Qatar Prime Minister Visits Tehran to Push for Regional De-Escalation and Reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani met with top Iranian leaders in Tehran to press for regional de-escalation, renewed diplomacy, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Qatar Advances Unified Libya Initiative with Diplomatic Visit to Eastern Region
Qatar is advocating for a united Libya by conducting a strategic visit to the eastern part of the country. The diplomatic push focuses on fostering national unity and stability.
Iran Open to Renewed Diplomacy as Conflict with US Reaches Six-Month Milestone
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that returning to diplomacy with the US is still achievable as the conflict reaches the six-month mark and international mediators step up talks.
Palestine Action Activists Face Terrorism Charges Over Vandalism at Trump Turnberry Resort
Seven Palestine Action activists face terrorism-scale sentencing and malicious damage charges with terrorist connections following a protest at Donald Trump's Turnberry golf resort.
Four Arrested in Baghdad After Clashes Claim Lives of Two Police Officers
Four people have been arrested in Baghdad following clashes that left two police officers dead during an operation in the Dora area, highlighting ongoing tensions over illegal housing and state efforts to disarm militias.
Global US Visa Pause Impacts Thousands of Immigrant Applicants Across the Middle East
A global pause on US immigrant visa appointments by the administration of President Donald Trust is expected to impact thousands of applicants across the Middle East as part of an ongoing immigration crackdown.
US President Trump Signs Executive Order Renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America Amid Trade Tensions
United States President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America amid a continuing trade war with Canada, hinting at potential future name changes for neighboring oceans.
Federal Judge Issues Second Temporary Block on Trump Postal Service Voting Rules
A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration's new postal service voting rules for 14 days, citing a lack of time and funds for states ahead of the midterm elections.
Sons of Jailed Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan Fear for His Health and Cite Solitary Confinement
The sons of imprisoned former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan have voiced serious concerns over his deteriorating health and prolonged solitary confinement, claims which the Pakistani government has officially denied.
US Postal Service Implements New Mail-in Ballot Restrictions Ahead of Midterm Elections
The United States Postal Service has implemented new restrictions on mail-in ballots ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, despite ongoing legal challenges from multiple states.
Trump Signs Executive Order to Rename Lake Ontario as Lake America
A newly released video captures Trump signing an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America.
US Judge Challenges Administration Over Rush to Restore Donald Trump's Name to Kennedy Center
A US judge has questioned the administration's rushed timeline to restore President Donald Trump's name to the Kennedy Center following a previous legal ruling.
Iran Prepares Conditions to Open Strait of Hormuz Amid High-Level Diplomatic Talks
Iran is drafting conditions to potentially reopen the Strait of Hormuz in response to mediator requests, following diplomatic meetings in Tehran with Qatar's Prime Minister.
New Israeli Roadblocks Deepen Permanent Siege on Homes in West Bank Village of Qusra
New Israeli roadblocks and checkpoints in the West Bank village of Qusra have entrenched a permanent siege on local homes and restricted access to Palestinian lands.
Chad Blames Sudanese Army for Deadly Border Air Strike That Killed 12
Chad has accused the Sudanese army of launching a deadly air strike near their shared border that killed 12 people. The incident comes amid an ongoing civil war in Sudan and has heightened tensions between the neighboring nations.
Inside the Houthi Smuggling Network: How Yemen's Rebels Built an International Axis with Hezbollah and Iran
Yemen's Houthi rebels have transformed from a local faction into a formidable network spanning the Horn of Africa, utilizing ties with Hezbollah, Al Shabab, and Sudan to secure weapons and advance Iranian interests.