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Ukraine: UN condemns overnight attack on Kyiv
United Nations agencies have deplored a fresh Russian assault on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv which left at least one person dead and a dozen injured.
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IranInstitutional source
US-Iran war: UN chief calls for new diplomatic push following attacks on civilian areas
The UN Secretary-General remains deeply concerned by the continuing deadly military escalation between Iran and the United States, his spokesperson said on Friday as attacks destroyed key civilian and military infrastructure across the Gulf region.
SudanInstitutional source
Hunger deepens for displaced families in Sudan’s El Obeid
UN humanitarians working in war-torn Sudan on Friday highlighted rapidly growing needs among the more than 100,000 displaced people now sheltering in camps in the city of El Obeid.
VenezuelaInstitutional source
Venezuela: IOM warns of potential El Niño threat to families displaced by earthquake
Thousands of people remain displaced three weeks after the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela and the possible formation of a strong El Niño climate pattern could worsen their already dire situation, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) warned on Thursday.
Israel/GazaInstitutional source
Gaza farmers battle to rebuild as WFP warns of West Bank settler violence
The UN is supporting farmers in Gaza who are struggling to rebuild their smallholdings in areas devastated by the Hamas-Israel war.
Israel/GazaInstitutional source
Peacekeepers step up support as families return to south Lebanon
With violence in south Lebanon significantly decreased since mid-June, UN peacekeepers there have returned to core functions such as protecting humanitarian aid and restoring critical infrastructure as families continue to return home.
IranPublic broadcaster
3 U.S. personnel killed in Iran conflict. And, Hunter Biden opens up to NPR
Three U.S. service members have been killed since Friday amid rising tension between the U.S. and Iran. And, Hunter Biden talks to NPR's Newsmakers about addiction and public scrutiny.
IranPublic broadcaster
Trump says US strikes hit Iran in 'honour' of American soldiers killed
Iran responded with attacks in Syria and Jordan, as two ships reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz.
IranPublic broadcaster
U.S. and Iran launch new strikes after 3 U.S. service members are killed
The U.S. attacks were the ninth consecutive day of bombing since peace talks between the two countries collapsed in dispute over a memorandum of understanding focused on the Strait of Hormuz.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Protests continue in Ukraine over defense minister's firing
Protests over President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's dismissal of the country's defense minister coincide with a fresh wave of Russian strikes across Ukraine.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Why are Ukraine's military recruiters facing violence in their own country?
The latest National Police Service report recorded more than 600 assaults on recruitment officers to date and warned that the aggression has become “increasingly threatening”.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
Norway opens new memorial for victims of 2011 massacre
The artwork in the capital Oslo was unveiled on Sunday ahead of the 15th anniversary of the attack.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
US soldier killed and one injured after Iranian attack in Iraq
The US military reports another death a day after two of its soldiers were killed in Jordan.
IranPublic broadcaster
Iran-U.S. fighting is escalating quickly after 2 U.S. servicemembers were killed
Another series of U.S. strikes on Iran after two U.S. service members were killed during an Iranian ballistic and drone attack in Jordan.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Deadly overnight Russian attack on Ukraine targets the capital
Russia launched 41 missiles and 125 attack drones across Ukraine overnight, according to the Ukrainian air force.
IranPublic broadcaster
Two US troops killed and one missing after Iranian attack in Jordan
Iran and the US have traded strikes as hostilities re-escalated this week, with Tehran targeting US military facilities across the Gulf region.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy
Russians have been hit by mobile internet shutdowns and more businesses are seeking to dodge tax after more than four years of war with Ukraine.
IranPublic broadcaster
U.S. launches new airstrikes to 'punish' Iran for troop deaths
Three U.S. service members were killed in action while "partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks," U.S. Central Command said Saturday.
IranPublic broadcaster
US strikes hit Iran for seventh consecutive night
Iran has retaliated against US allies in the region, with Kuwait reporting that a power and water plant had been hit.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Russian online retail warehouses hit by deadly Ukrainian strikes
Drones targeted Wildberries facilities near Moscow and in Tambov. Ukraine's leader called them "major logistics facilities" supplying "sanctioned components".
IranPublic broadcaster
Why is it so hard for the U.S. to win wars?
U.S. presidents have promised short, decisive wars in Afghanistan, Iraq and Iran. All have proved much more difficult than advertised and fallen far short of the political goals set at the beginning.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
8 killed and more than 60 wounded in Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions
Kyiv's forces are continuing their aerial campaign against energy infrastructure and military targets inside Russia, aiming to undermine Moscow's war effort.
IranPublic broadcaster
The U.S. and Iran blow past red lines as they lurch back toward all-out war
The United States and Iran exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets on Saturday as their battle over the Strait of Hormuz intensified.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
One anti-war critic fined, another held as Russia clamps down on dissent
While Boris Nadezhdin is barred from running for parliament, blogger Ilya Remeslo is remanded in custody.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Many Ukrainian soldiers outraged over removal of defence minister, troops tell BBC
Protests erupted in Ukraine on Thursday after Mykhailo Fedorov's removal - and now soldiers are also criticising the move.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
US denies Iranian claims it hit civilian infrastructure in latest strikes
The US military says its attacks were intended to "further degrade Iranian military capabilities".
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
Second tanker in three months hijacked off Yemen by suspected Somali pirates
There have also been several unsuccessful attacks in a region where piracy appears to be making a comeback.
IranPublic broadcaster
The U.S.-Iran battle over the Strait of Hormuz raises risks for global waterways
Recognizing Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent, with other countries attempting to claim important waterways, analysts say.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
Pakistani forces kill 24 militants in border raids near Afghanistan
The military said Friday it used intelligence sources to target militants over the previous 24 hours. The operations were in response to attacks by militants earlier in the week.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
Trump alleges China meddled in 2020 election and questions voting security ahead of midterms
China said Trump's claims were fabricated and US Democrats said he was paving the way to undermine November's elections.
IranPublic broadcaster
U.S. strikes bridges in Iran; Tehran targets U.S. bases in the Gulf
The U.S. and Iran expanded their targets in the latest round of strikes on Friday, as fighting over the control of the Strait of Hormuz reignites fears of an all-out war.
IranPublic broadcaster
U.S. strikes key Iranian port, escalating fight over the Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. struck bridges and a tower at a key Iranian port after Trump warned of attacks to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran continued retaliatory strikes.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
How testosterone testing will work in Hegseth's 'manly' military
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced mandatory testosterone screening for military personnel aged 30 and over.
Israel/GazaPublic broadcaster
JD Vance accuses Israel of 'manipulating' US public opinion to prolong Iran war
The US vice president says he thinks some Israeli politicians are trying to detail efforts to end the conflict.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Boris Nadezhdin is a rare Russian politician speaking out against the Ukraine war
Boris Nadezhdin wants to run for Russia's parliament on a platform that gives voice to the Russians against the war in Ukraine. That's why, he says, the Kremlin is doing everything to stop him.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Zelensky's removal of popular defence minister sparks protests in Ukraine
A rift between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi was apparently at the heart of Zelensky's decision.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
Hong Kong official warns booksellers on security risks after raids
The police operation marks the third round of arrests targeting independent bookstores in four months.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Teenager accused of carrying out sabotage actions in Poland for Russia
Polish security services say the aim was to incite ethnic tensions between Poland and Ukraine.
Global SecurityPublic broadcaster
US strikes first tanker with missiles as it enforces new blockade
The US military targeted an unladen oil tanker which it said was heading for the key Iranian oil terminal on Kharg island.
IranPublic broadcaster
Iran targets military bases as US launches wave of strikes
Explosions were heard across Iran overnight, shortly after neighbouring Gulf states began to report attacks.
Ukraine/RussiaPublic broadcaster
Zelenskyy fires Ukraine's tech-savvy defense minister in government reshuffle
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired the country's popular defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, who pushed for innovation on the battlefield through use of drones and turned the tables on Russia.
IranPublic broadcaster
The political risks from war in Iran. And, ICE's use of force is rising, report finds
The political implications the war in Iran is having on the GOP. And, a new report has found that ICE officers' use of force is not rare since President Trump took office for his second term.
Ukraine/RussiaAggregator
Ukraine lawmakers approve Koretskyi as new PM amid protests
Ukraine lawmakers approve Koretskyi as new PM amid protests DW.com
IranDirect source
US identifies soldiers killed in Iranian attack in Jordan after ninth night of strikes – Middle East crisis live
US military says it is ‘holding Iran accountable’ as maritime agency reports a vessel on fire in strait US launches ninth night of Iran strikes as strait of Hormuz standoff sees oil price pass $90 a barrel The price of oil jumped in early Asian trade on Monday after the US carried out its latest wav...
IranDirect source
Maine Democrats rally around Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner in crucial Senate race – US politics live
Former state legislator in strong position to become Democratic nominee after several candidates drop out over the weekend Sign up for the Breaking News US email While speaking to reporters on Sunday, Donald Trump acknowledged the three US military casualties as the strikes on Iran continue unabated...
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Russian strike on ship near Odesa kills 10, Ukraine hits Moscow with drones
Ukraine launches hundreds of drones towards Moscow a day after Russia unleashed a massive barrage of ballistic missiles.
IranDirect source
US military identifies two soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan
Defense department says 1Lt Tyler James Feehan of Hawaii and Pvt Isabella Gonzales of Texas were killed The US military on Monday identified two soldiers killed in action recently as part of the war with Iran. The defense department said in a statement that 1Lt Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, ...
Israel/GazaDirect source
Don’t believe Andy Burnham’s PR machine
As his empty Gaza apology clearly demonstrates, he will not bring the radical change Labour really needs.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Iran says Spain World Cup win brings joy to critics of US, Israel
Iran praises Spain's win over Argentina after Spanish government's condemnation of policies on Gaza and war on Iran.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Why is Iran bombing Gulf states while avoiding US naval assets and Israel?
Analysts say Iran is using Gulf states to pressure Washington while avoiding direct confrontation with US forces.
Global SecurityDirect source
Mother pleads for return of body of Indian woman killed as she slept in London
Man charged with murder after Kirandeep Kaur was allegedly stabbed while in bed with husband and baby The family of a woman who was killed as she slept in bed with her husband and three-month-old baby have said they want justice, and for her body to be returned to India. A man has been charged with ...
Global SecurityDirect source
‘Complete shock and dismay’: scientists unite against Trump’s $1tn grant attack
OMB proposal would upend entire grant-making system – and put vast sums into hands of political appointees It was a late Friday afternoon in Boston when Harvard School of Public Health professor Nancy Krieger, a social epidemiologist, received an email that would reshape the next year of her life. I...
Global SecurityDirect source
AliExpress fined record €550m by EU for failing to stop sale of illegal and fake goods
Chinese retail platform handed penalty over listings for items such as counterfeit products and unsafe toys Business live – latest updates The Chinese online retail platform AliExpress has been fined a record €550m (£470m) by the EU over its failure to stop illegal goods including harmful clothing, ...
IranDirect source
What does Iran’s attack on Kuwait infrastructure mean for Gulf?
What does Iran’s attack on Kuwait infrastructure mean for Gulf?
Global SecurityDirect source
Police attack Cockroach activists as thousands march on Indian parliament
More than 10,000 protesters braved tear gas and baton charges in their largest challenge yet to PM Modi's government.
Global SecurityDirect source
Turkiye and Libya’s Haftar are boosting military ties. Is Egypt worried?
Turkiye's expanding military ties in eastern Libya raise new questions about regional security and Egypt's red lines.
IranDirect source
US expands Iran offensive as diplomats claim talks ongoing
US military confirms third service member killed in current round of fighting, as price of oil passes $90 a barrel Middle East crisis live – latest updates The US has expanded its aerial offensive against Iran, hitting a city hosting a nuclear power plant, while Iran has responded with strikes on Ba...
IranDirect source
Trump could ‘do something positive’ rather than fixate on 2020 loss, Fetterman says
Senator says Trump revisiting failed run against Biden ‘distracts from important things’ such as Iran war Rather than continue fixating on the 2020 election defeat that ended his first presidency, Donald Trump could instead “do something positive”, including resolving the US war in Iran , Pennsylvan...
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israel criticises Labor’s draft Palestine policy in rare foreign intervention ahead of party conference
Statement by Israeli embassy in Canberra challenges proposed positions on settler violence and annexation of Palestinian territory Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Israel has made an intervention into the Labor party’s internal processes, publicly criticising a draft poli...
IranDirect source
Rubio: US ‘open to diplomacy’ after ninth night of bombing Iran
Rubio: US ‘open to diplomacy’ after ninth night of bombing Iran
IranDirect source
US renews attacks on Iran after US soldier killed: What’s the latest?
Iran's IRGC claims an attack on Jordan while the US embassy issues a warning to Americans in Bahrain.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Last night, I was Spanish, and so were millions around the world
For many of us, Gaza was on our mind when we watched and celebrated Spain’s triumph at the World Cup.
Global SecurityDirect source
Australia news live: Derryn Hinch mourned at state funeral; Mark Dreyfus tells antisemitism inquiry of ‘deeply wounding’ attack
Follow today’s news live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The use of AI in automated decision-making by government departments and agencies will be subject to tough rules under a new national plan, expected to extend to consumer protections, workplace safety and privacy. ...
Global SecurityDirect source
‘It’s total devastation’: inside the Amazonian war against illegal gold mining
The Guardian goes on the ground with Brazilian forces fighting to eradicate mining that has destroyed protected areas of Indigenous land The jerry-built bordello at the foot of Vila Cururu, an illegal gold-mining settlement at the heart of Brazil’s most desecrated Indigenous territory, was a hive of...
IranDirect source
Trump: Latest strikes on Iran ‘in honour’ of killed US military personnel
US President Donald Trump said the latest strikes on Iran were carried out 'in honour' of killed US military personnel.
Migration/DisplacementDirect source
Australia spent more than $9m for each asylum seeker held on Nauru last year – so why can’t they afford to buy food?
Many of the more than 100 people awaiting processing on the tiny Pacific island are skipping meals to make ends meet, a new survey has found Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Most refugees and asylum seekers held in Na...
IranDirect source
US releases footage of ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran
The US military carried out its ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran.
Global SecurityDirect source
Africa Shield: Why securing development is becoming a new security priority
As Africa industrialises, governments are working to keep sensitive materials out of the wrong hands.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Palestinians celebrate Spain’s World Cup victory
Palestinians across Gaza and the Occupied West Bank celebrated Spain’s World Cup victory.
IranDirect source
US bombs Iran for ninth consecutive night as Hormuz tensions escalate
Iranian media report blasts in cities in the far north and far south, including Tabriz and Chabahar.
IranDirect source
Iran war live: Ship ablaze in Hormuz Strait after attack; crew rescued
US forces attack Iran for ninth consecutive night as one US soldier killed in northern Iraq.
Israel/GazaDirect source
US soldier killed in Iraq during ‘controlled detonation’ of Iranian drone
The death brings the number of US soldiers killed since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran to 17.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli ministers join march to Gaza to demand return of settlements
Hundreds gather near the border as far-right figures push to rebuild settlements removed in 2005
Israel/GazaDirect source
Middle East crisis: US military says service member killed during ‘controlled detonation’ of downed Iranian drone – as it happened
This live blog is now closed. US says another troop killed as Israel warns Tehran’s attacks coming close Two US troops killed and one missing in Jordan after Iranian attacks Jordanian authorities have not issued any decision to evacuate the airport or seaport in the city of Aqaba, and have not d...
Israel/GazaDirect source
New US military death as Israel warns Tehran’s attacks coming close
US military says service member was killed in Iraq during ‘controlled detonation’ as it launches more airstrikes at Iran Middle East crisis live: follow latest updates The US military announced another death of a service member as it launched more airstrikes at Iran on Sunday in response to the kill...
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
The UK gets its seventh prime minister in 10 years
Incoming PM Andy Burnham will immediately face foreign policy challenges, including the conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.
Global SecurityDirect source
Trump visit causes logistical delays at World Cup final
Al Jazeera reporters faced lengthy queues to enter the stadium due to tighter security checks.
IranDirect source
Mission in Iran war has pivoted toward ensuring oil flow, Trump official says
Energy secretary grapples with mounting criticism over length of US war as Democrat calls conflict ‘war of choice’ A Trump administration official on Sunday grappled with mounting criticism over the length of the US war with Iran after months of promised diplomatic breakthroughs, short-lived ceasefi...
IranDirect source
‘Sacred unity’: Iran’s supreme leader calls for calm amid political divides
Decree comes after hardline backers of the Iranian government accused officials of treason for signing an MoU with US.
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
At least 50 Malian soldiers killed in attack on military convoy
At least 50 Malian soldiers were killed after a joint Malian army and Russia's Africa Corps convoy was ambushed.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun meets Rubio ahead of Trump talks
Aoun is expected to meet Donald Trump on Tuesday, as Beirut seeks US backing to end Israel-Hezbollah fighting.
Migration/DisplacementDirect source
Earthquake in Peru leaves at least six dead
More than 30 injured and 300 displaced after buildings collapse near Sicaya A 5.5-magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least six people, authorities said Sunday. More than 30 people were injured and 300 have been displaced. The US Geological Survey reported the quake struc...
Global SecurityDirect source
Syria’s Al-Sharaa reshuffles security and intelligence leadership
Government says the shake-up will strengthen security and clear the way for reconstruction.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli settlers torch homes and mosque in Masafer Yatta
Videos show Israeli settlers attacking the Palestinian village of al Tuwani in Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israel uses law to destroy Palestinian education in East Jerusalem
Legislation recently passed by the Knesset is meant to dismantle the Palestinian education system in East Jerusalem.
Global SecurityDirect source
‘He’s a war criminal’: Mamdani exploring whether he can arrest Netanyahu if he visits New York
NYC mayor says in Times interview that’s he’s in ‘active conversation’ with city’s law department about the matter New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani has said he was reviewing whether his administration could arrest Benjamin Netanyahu if as expected the Israeli prime minister visits the city for the...
IranDirect source
Iran attacks US Gulf allies, causing a fire at Kuwait power plant
Kuwait and Bahrain report several rounds of Iranian missile, drone attacks; sirens reportedly sound in Jordan.
Global SecurityDirect source
Iranians suffer from power blackouts during war and heatwave
Collapsing grid, battered by military strikes and chronic underinvestment, leaves Iranians sweltering in the dark.
IranDirect source
US launches new Iran strikes after two soldiers killed: What’s the latest?
US strikes target Iran's IRGC after two of its soldiers were killed in Jordan, as Tehran attacks Kuwait and Bahrain.
Israel/GazaDirect source
From settlements to blocked recovery: Israeli strategy taking shape in Gaza
Setting up illegal settlements, erasing cities and obstructing aid serve goal of forcing Palestinians out, analysts say.
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Russia pounds Kyiv for five hours in one of its biggest ballistic missile attacks
Attack on Ukraine’s capital and other cities leaves at least six people dead and dozens injured Russia has carried out one of its biggest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, launching a five-hour assault that left at least six people dead and dozens injured, and caused fire...
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Russia launches largest ballistic missile attack on Kyiv since start of war
Ukraine is particularly vulnerable to ballistic missile attacks due to a shortage of Patriot air defence munitions.
Global SecurityDirect source
Victoria announces new social media ‘demasking’ powers for accounts accused of vilification
New laws would give Vcat power to force social and AI platforms to identify anonymous users in move premier says will protect children Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Social media companies could be forced to identify anonymous accounts accused of online vilification, un...
Israel/GazaDirect source
The number one health issue in Palestine is the Israeli occupation
In both Gaza and the West Bank, Israeli policies are devastating Palestinian health with deadly consequences.
IranDirect source
US bombs Iran for eighth-straight night
The US has launched a new wave of strikes on Iran after two American soldiers were killed by Iranian strikes in Jordan.
Global SecurityDirect source
Bank of England to stop accepting bonds linked to coal for key loans
Campaigners hope move will force commercial banks to rethink holding assets linked to the fossil fuel Climate campaigners have declared a victory after the Bank of England said it would no longer accept bonds linked to one of the most polluting industries on the planet for key loan arrangements. The...
IranDirect source
Two US troops killed and one missing in Jordan after Iranian attacks
Sirens sound in Bahrain and Kuwait accuses Tehran of targeting civilian sites and infrastructure as Iran strikes US allies The US retaliated against Iran’s Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) after two American troops were killed and one was missing in Jordan when Tehran launched a wave of attacks against US...
Global SecurityDirect source
Moment Iranian missiles hit airbase in Jordan killing US soldiers
A video captures the moment an Iranian missile struck Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Airbase, killing two US service members.
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
At least one killed as Russian ballistic missiles hit Kyiv
Russian missiles struck Kyiv and the surrounding region early on Sunday, killing at least one person and injuring nine.
IranDirect source
US hits Iran for 8th consecutive night; Tehran returns fire on Gulf bases
Sirik and Hajiabad areas in Iran's Hormozgan province targeted as US says revenge for killing of two soldiers.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Palestinian teenage footballer dies after Israeli settler attack
Palestinian teenage footballer, Fadi al-Naasan, has died a week after being shot by Israeli forces.
Migration/DisplacementDirect source
A giant cake for Venezuelan quake child survivors as death toll passes 5000
Volunteers made a giant cake to cheer up around 3,000 Venezuelan children displaced by last month's powerful twin quakes
IranDirect source
Iran war live: US bombs Iran; Trump says soldiers killed ‘a sad thing’
US forces attack Iran for the eighth consecutive night as Iran says MoU 'suspended'.
Global SecurityDirect source
Conservatives around world at war against ‘leftwing globalists’, Bridget McKenzie tells CPAC London event
Nationals senator echoes comments by Pauline Hanson as Labor criticises One Nation leader’s divisive stance Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The National party’s Senate leader, Bridget McKenzie, has used an appearance...
Migration/DisplacementDirect source
Australia news live: ski fields reach July temperature high; diesel prices surge
Follow the latest updates live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Liberal senator ‘strongly disagrees’ with Tony Abbott on multiculturalism The Liberal senator Andrew Bragg says he “strongly disagrees” with Tony Abbott after the former prime minister said that multicultural...
Israel/GazaDirect source
Palestinian teenage footballer dies a week after Israeli settler attack
A week after he was shot in his West Bank village, Fadi al-Nassan's death comes amid a surge in settler violence.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Why has the ‘ceasefire’ in Gaza failed to stop Israel’s attacks?
Palestinians who have endured Israel's genocidal war are still being targeted.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Thousands rally in London in support of Gaza, demand new PM take action
Demonstrators call on Andy Burnham to impose arms embargo on Israel and pressure its government to end genocide.
IranDirect source
Iran supreme leader warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US attacks continue
Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump's signature is 'worthless' and that 'bullying' is a core element of US foreign policy.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli attacks on residential areas in Gaza kill eight
Attacks hit neighbourhoods in Gaza City far beyond the line Israeli forces are meant to hold under the ceasefire.
IranDirect source
Damage visible at Iran bridges and water plant after US attacks
US strikes damaged bridges and a water desalination plant in Iran after a seventh straight night of attacks.
IranDirect source
US military says two service members killed in Iranian strike in Jordan
US and Iran have stepped up attacks in the last week, prompting alarm about return to full-scale war across the region.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Lebanon’s Aoun to meet Trump in Washington to discuss Israel talks
The Lebanese and US presidents are expected to discuss the ceasefire, southern Lebanon, and Israel’s withdrawal.
IranDirect source
What to expect after the US reimposes naval blockade on Iran’s ports?
Pressure is expected to build on the Iranian public, as well as global energy markets due to the US blockade.
Global SecurityDirect source
Armed groups attack Malian military convoy in Gao region
Mali says counterattack under way as rebels claim they inflicted 'human losses' and 'material damage' on troops.
Global SecurityDirect source
Memphis rallies for progressive Democrat after four fatal shootings by taskforce: ‘fight of our lives’
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ayanna Pressley and Summer Lee join rally to support Justin Pearson’s bid for Congress More than a thousand people rallied for Justin Pearson, a Democratic state representative running for Congress, in the wake of four fatal shootings by members of Donald Trump’s Memphis Sa...
VenezuelaDirect source
Venezuela quake death toll tops 5,000 as IMF releases emergency aid
IMF releases £346m in emergency funds as new details emerge about the disaster response.
Global SecurityDirect source
Plumes of smoke rise over Kuwait after repeated Iranian attacks
Towering plumes of smoke rose over Kuwait after Iranian strikes hit multiple locations in Mangaf.
Global SecurityDirect source
Doctors question evidence behind Pentagon plan for testosterone screening
Pete Hegseth announced that soldiers aged 30 and older in the US military will be screened for low testosterone The US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, this week ordered an annual testosterone-deficiency screening for active-duty and reserve service members aged 30 and older, which he says will hel...
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Dismissal of Ukraine’s defence minister highlights wider issues for Zelenskyy
Mykhailo Fedorov, celebrated by many for innovative, tech-driven approach, was sidelined for military old guard Volodomyr Zelenskyy’s abrupt dismissal of Ukraine’s youthful and innovative defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, at precisely the moment Kyiv appeared to be gaining advantages in several sp...
IranDirect source
Iraq signs 48 deals with US companies during PM’s visit to Washington
The deals include rebuilding the long-defunct Iraq-Syria crude oil pipeline, which could bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
Global SecurityDirect source
China warns UK over British Steel nationalisation, demands fair resolution
Jingye seeks compensation after UK's move to fully nationalise loss-making British Steel, citing security risks.
IranDirect source
Iran suggests MoU ‘suspended’ as 50 killed in US strikes in July
Conflict has been escalating since US President Donald Trump declared 10 days ago that peace deal with Iran was over.
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia kill at least 8, wound dozens
Russian officials say strikes on retailer's warehouses caused civilian casualties; Kyiv says sites used to make drones.
Global SecurityDirect source
Poultry sector growth plan risks UK national security, campaigners warn
Government’s food security push is said to rely on animal feed imports with vulnerability to supply chain shocks The government’s planned poultry sector growth plan is a risk to national security, campaigners have warned. Earlier this month, the environment secretary, Emma Reynolds , told the Ground...
IranDirect source
Why is Trump risking midterm disaster by resuming the unpopular Iran war?
Less than a month after hailing a ceasefire, Trump resumed strikes on Iran, a move experts warn could prolong the war and hurt Republicans before the midterms For half a century, Donald Trump has performed a public high-wire act based on high-stakes risks and shattering time-honored norms to get wha...
IranDirect source
US launches seventh night of Iran strikes as Hormuz conflict escalates
Central Command says attacks were designed to ‘continue degrading Iranian military capabilities’ The US military said it had launched a seventh consecutive night of strikes on Iran on Friday night as fighting escalated over the strait of Hormuz. US Central Command, in a post on X, said the strikes, ...
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli ministers announce plans for new illegal settlements in Gaza and West Bank
Defence minister seeks three ‘Nahal’ outposts in Gaza as top commander says Israel now controls 65% of the strip, violating Trump ceasefire deal Israel’s defence and finance ministers announced plans for three illegal settlements in Gaza and more than $400m (£300m) in funding to expand construction ...
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israel’s ‘Crimson Thread’ military barrier is strangling the West Bank
A new military barrier in the West Bank's Jordan Valley is cutting off Palestinian communities from their land.
IranDirect source
A seventh night of US strikes cuts water to villages in Iran’s south
The US has bombed bridges and energy infrastructure in the seventh straight night of attacks on Iran.
IranDirect source
Iranian official says the policy of negotiating during war is over
Mohsen Rezaee has warned that if the US continues bombing Iran, Tehran will escalate its response into full-scale war.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli army destroys three schools in southern Lebanon, minister says
At least 20 schools have now been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon, with 100 more damaged.
IranDirect source
Targets of latest US strikes on Iran signal strategic shift
The US has broadened its military campaign in Iran, says Al Jazeera’s Mike Hanna.
Global SecurityDirect source
Analyst questions Trump’s renewed focus on US election integrity
Eric Ham argues President Donald Trump’s renewed focus on election security is attempt to expand federal authority.
Global SecurityDirect source
Homeland Security Secretary Mullin reiterates Trump threats about elections
Mullin pledged to make Trump's election security demands 'mandatory' and implement a 'maximum pressure' campaign.
IranDirect source
Iran war live: 10,000 without water after US hit; fire at Kuwait water site
Intense exchange of fire between US and Iran as US attacks shift further into Iran’s interior.
Israel/GazaDirect source
EU urges Israel to halt settlement expansion as settlers attack children
Pressure is growing within the EU to sanction Israel for its illegal settlements and violence against Palestinians.
NATO/EU/SanctionsDirect source
Republicans threaten Canada with sanctions over drifting wildfire smoke
Fires are also blazing across the US and the Trump administration has repealed several climate protections US Republicans are threatening to sanction Canada and Canadian government officials after smoke from devastating wildfires has drifted across huge swathes of the US, creating hazy conditions an...
Global SecurityDirect source
Iraq signs deals with Western oil firms, including to revive Syria pipeline
Deal with Chevron aims to rebuild a crude oil pipeline that runs from Iraq's oil-rich Kirkuk to Syria's Baniyas.
IranDirect source
US launches seventh straight night of strikes on Iran
The US military says it's degrading Iran's military but has been accused by Tehran of targeting civilian infrastructure.
Global SecurityDirect source
Kidnapped US Forest Service employees released after more than 12 hours, say authorities
Two men arrested after taking federal employees hostage in Shasta-Trinity national forest Two US Forest Service employees were released early on Friday morning after being held hostage for more than 12 hours, authorities in far northern California said. Law enforcement officers arrested two men for ...
Global SecurityDirect source
Houthi supporters rally in Sanaa against ‘Saudi-led blockade’
Thousands of Houthi supporters rallied in Sanaa against what they described as the Saudi-led blockade against Yemen.
Global SecurityDirect source
Suspected Somali pirates seize tanker near Yemen amid wave of hijackings
The seizure of the Asana is the latest in a rapidly growing wave of piracy sweeping the Gulf of Aden.
Global SecurityDirect source
DHS secretary doubles down on Trump’s baseless 2020 election claims
Markwayne Mullin at presser repeated many of Trump’s unverified claims from controversial primetime speech The US homeland security secretary, Markwayne Mullin, doubled down on Donald Trump’s unsubstantiated election claims on Friday amid his agency’s efforts to support the president’s agenda. Trump...
Migration/DisplacementDirect source
At least three killed and hundreds displaced by heavy rain in Chile
Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast says that he is travelling to the Biobio region to survey flood damage.
NATO/EU/SanctionsDirect source
Germany’s Merz hails nuclear deterrence cooperation with France
The Franco-German cooperation is not a move to replace NATO’s nuclear umbrella, stresses German Chancellor.
Global SecurityDirect source
Beyond LNG: Berlin’s red-carpet diplomacy signals a bigger bet on Algeria
Germany, stripped of Russian pipeline gas, received Algeria's president with military honours and talked about LNG.
Global SecurityDirect source
Iranian forces: missiles and drones fired at US targets in Gulf States
Iranian forces: missiles and drones fired at US targets in Gulf States.
NATO/EU/SanctionsDirect source
Pakistan cricketer Nawaz sanctioned after cannabis-related positive test
Nawaz admitted the violation and that the substance had been used in a manner unrelated to sporting performance.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli attacks on Gaza kill 14, including mourners attending funeral
Eight killed and 20 injured in strike on funeral procession for Palestinian killed by Israel earlier in the day.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli strike on Gaza funeral killed at least seven people, hospital says
Another 22 reportedly injured while mourning Palestinian killed in Israeli attack earlier in the day An Israeli strike on a funeral in the Gaza Strip has killed at least seven people and injured another 22, according to a local hospital. There was no immediate comment from the Israeli military. Cont...
IranDirect source
US hits civilian infrastructure as it expands strikes against Iran
Tehran bombs US allies in Middle East after US attacks on bridges, energy facilities and key port The US hit bridges, energy facilities and a key Iranian port on Friday, expanding its aerial campaign against Iran, and prompting swift Iranian strikes against US allies in the Middle East. US airstrike...
Global SecurityDirect source
What Andy Burnham’s first speech as Labour leader tells us
The incoming prime minister showed his oratorical skill and that he is prepared to borrow from populism Nearing the end of his speech accepting the Labour leadership, Andy Burnham paused. “I know what to do,” he said. “I have a plan.” Perhaps he does. But even after half an hour of dense rhetoric, i...
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Ten killed in Russia-Ukraine as protests continue over Kyiv defence revamp
Thousands rally in the Ukrainian capital and other cities to protest the ousting of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
Global SecurityDirect source
Amazon Web Services customers receive bills for up to $1.5tn after global glitch
One UK man whose bill is usually less than £1 says he ‘almost had a heart attack’ when he saw £5.8bn invoice People always suspected big tech was greedy, but not quite like this. Patrons of Amazon Web Services have been landed with panic-inducing monthly bills running as high as $1.5tn for subscript...
Global SecurityDirect source
Peter Falconio murder: British expert says he has identified a ‘most likely’ burial location
UK police adviser in the early 2000s and global consultant in ‘no-body’ homicide cases says he has narrowed down the outback search area • Peter Falconio murder 25 years on: new footage shows dying Australian outback killer’s refusal to reveal body’s location The former British government expert who...
IranDirect source
Iran proves it can still inflict damage despite waves of US attacks
Leaked US intelligence report concluded Iran retained 70% of missiles and launchers after 38-day spring campaign Iran and the US have been trading blows for six consecutive nights and there are no shortage of signs that the renewed fighting will worsen further. Tehran and Washington remain far apart...
IranDirect source
Iranian airport and bridges hit as US forces board ship amid ports blockade – as it happened
This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story here: US marines board tanker amid blockade of Iranian ports The IRGC has threatened “more crushing” attacks against neighbouring countries hosting US bases, warning that they will pay a “devastating price” if American forces continue to attac...
Global SecurityDirect source
Burnham confirmed as leader of UK’s governing Labour Party, headed for PM
Andy Burnham set to become UK prime minister but faces challenges including the cost of living crisis and two wars.
IranDirect source
Satellite images show damage inside Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant
Satellite images reveal strikes between July 7 and 12 on Iran’s largest nuclear power plant.
Global SecurityDirect source
Trump administration drastically cuts length of foreign journalist visas
Visas will be shortened to 240 days, down from five years, and Chinese journalists will be limited to 90 days The Trump administration has said it will drastically shorten visas for foreign journalists in the US to 240 days, down from five years, and cut those for Chinese journalists to only 90 days...
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Ukraine ‘cuts off’ Crimea from Russia, plunging it into an energy crisis
Ukraine is ramping up short-, medium- and long-range drone production to bring Russia’s war to a standstill.
Global SecurityDirect source
Democrats criticize Trump’s claims of election interference – US politics live
Virginia’s Mark Warner says speech was ‘just lies and long-debunked conspiracies’ Sign up for US News Breaking email Trump makes unverified claims of China ‘election meddling’ Donald Trump will start his day in Washington. Later, the president will travel to New York to attend a Fifa reception at 5:...
IranDirect source
Why is the US attacking southern Iran’s civilian infrastructure?
Analysts say the goals range from targeting Iran's supply lines to curbing its influence in the Strait of Hormuz.
Global SecurityDirect source
Trump launches wide-ranging and unverified attack on integrity of US electoral system | First Thing
US president accused China of meddling in his 2020 election defeat and said system was ‘catastrophically’ unfair. Plus Christopher Nolan’s epic take on The Odyssey hits the big screen Don’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up here Good morning. Donald Trump accused China of interfering wi...
Global SecurityDirect source
Lindsey Graham’s death leaves South Carolina confronting complex legacy: ‘You loved him and you hated him’
The US state mourns its longest-serving senator while Republicans scramble to choose a successor The South Carolina state house is a microcosm of the US’s contradictions. Outside there are memorials to the Confederate war dead and African American history. Below a statue of Strom Thurmond, a longtim...
Israel/GazaDirect source
Knesset dissolves: How will Israel vote in October’s general election?
Knesset dissolves after first full term since 1988, with Israel heading towards crucial elections on October 27, 2026.
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Has Ukraine’s Zelenskyy created a rival by sacking his defence minister?
Rallies in support of sacked Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov have exposed a political challenge for Zelenskyy.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israel headed for October election as parliament dissolved
PM Netanyahu’s political survival at stake as Knesset dissolves before the vote.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Germany repeats call for EU force to replace UN peacekeepers in Lebanon
Berlin warns against a 'security vacuum' in Lebanon's south once UNIFIL mandate expires at year's end.
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
Russia is the only winner from Ukraine's internal war
An extraordinary rupture at the heart of Ukraine's top war-fighting team is a dangerous moment for the country that can only benefit Russia.
IranDirect source
Gulf states come under Iranian fire as US strikes intensify
Tehran targets multiple countries across the region as the wave of US strikes on Iran steps up.
Global SecurityDirect source
‘Brazen corruption’: critics denounce Trump Media plan to sell priority access to Truth Social posts
Move would allow Wall Street trading firms and other institutions to potentially profit from seeing president’s posts first Donald Trump’s media company is planning to charge for special high-speed access to Truth Social posts, including possibly his own, affecting national security and financial ma...
IranDirect source
US attacks southern Iran, as Tehran hits Gulf countries: What’s the latest?
Iran struck Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Jordan and Syria in retaliation for US strikes.
IranDirect source
Man charged with assisting Iranian intelligence service, Met Police says
A man has been charged with assisting Iran's intelligence service, police have said.
IranDirect source
EU border chaos feared at Dover crossing as busiest summer weekend looms
British domestic holidays are being pushed to their highest levels since Covid The start of the peak summer season is set to bring millions of drivers on to British roads, with concerns of traffic chaos as the port of Dover faces its biggest test yet of new EU border controls. The semi-functioning e...
Global SecurityDirect source
Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s controversial speech on election security
The president claimed China and 'deep state' actors had deceived US voters, but critics say his claims were misleading.
IranDirect source
US bombards Iran in sixth-straight night of attacks
The US has made good on threats to bomb civilian infrastructure in Iran in its sixth-straight night of attacks.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Israeli settlers attack Sinjil town in occupied West Bank
Clashes erupted after Israeli settlers attacked the outskirts of the occupied West Bank town of Sinjil.
IranDirect source
IEA chief warns Strait of Hormuz crisis threatens global energy security
Fatih Birol says 'oil security is still a critical issue' and world should be 'worried' if situation does not improve.
Global SecurityDirect source
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meets with top Chinese official
The meeting comes after Xi visited Kim, promising closer diplomatic, law enforcement and military cooperation.
IranDirect source
Trump’s speech rumored to feature elections or Iran after president teases ‘really big news’ – live updates
Speculation surrounding tonight’s address has mounted since Trump promised big announcement without being specific Trump to deliver TV speech amid speculation over elections announcement Sign up for the Breaking News US email MSNOW reports that the White House hosted a briefing for about two dozen p...
IranDirect source
Iran war live: US kills 8 people in sixth consecutive night of attacks
Eight killed and 20 others injured in strikes across southern Iran as blasts reported at railways, airports and bridges.
VenezuelaDirect source
Venezuela earthquake: Number of known dead rises to nearly 5,000 victims
The UN estimates 50,000 are missing, with many more feared dead under the rubble as the focus shifts to rebuilding.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Vietnamese activist Bao Ngoc places rare national spotlight on Gaza
Activist Bao Ngoc draws attention to plight of Palestinians in country where protest is tightly controlled.
IranDirect source
Democratic senator says Trump speech likely to be more ‘election denialism’ from ‘world’s most famous sore loser’ – as it happened
We’re now closing this blog. Please join us on our new live blog covering Donald Trump’s speech to the nation tonight. Trump’s speech rumored to feature elections or Iran after president teases ‘really big news’ – live updates Sign up for the Breaking News US email The average price of diesel fuel i...
IranDirect source
Qatar rejects Israeli reports of military action against Iran
Qatar has rejected Israeli media reports claiming the Qataris agreed to participate in military action against Iran.
Global SecurityDirect source
Sadiq Khan joins House of Lords as outgoing UK PM names 26 new peers
PM Keir Starmer's final honours list also includes campaigners, military leaders and senior civil servants.
IranDirect source
Trump to deliver TV address amid speculation over elections announcement
Expectations grow that US president – who promised ‘really big news’ – to focus on election security and war with Iran Donald Trump will address the nation on Thursday in a live primetime televised address that has become the subject of fevered guesswork amid speculation he will make headline-grabbi...
IranDirect source
Australia news live: Telstra CEO to face parliamentary inquiry over mobile outage
Vicki Brady due to appear at inquiry over mobile outage last week. Follow today’s news live. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Australian military may help protect ships in the strait of Hormuz Arsenio Dominguez , the secretary general of the UN’s shipping agency the Inter...
Global SecurityDirect source
‘Enemies of civilization’: top Trump officials launch sweeping attack on left
Marco Rubio and Stephen Miller took aim at only leftwing activism at meeting of 66 nations against political violence Top Trump officials on Thursday hosted a gathering of 66 nations to discuss the supposed threat of leftwing violence, and launched a series of diatribes, harsh even by the standards ...
IranDirect source
Iran says seven killed in latest US strikes, warns war ‘will spread’
Reported attacks on bridges, rail and communications infrastructure come as both sides harden their positions.
IranDirect source
The hardest party to manage in the Iran talks isn’t Iran
Washington's spoiler problem sits inside its own alliance, and the spoiler playbook was never written for friends.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Palestinians injured in Israeli settler attacks across West Bank
More than 30 people reportedly arrested across the occupied territory, as Israel intensifies its siege.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Syria says it foiled Hezbollah weapons shipment
Syrian authorities say they intercepted a shipment of missiles and drones allegedly destined for Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Ukraine/RussiaDirect source
How Syria is redefining ties with Russia
After Bashar al-Assad's fall in 2024, Syria cut ties with some former allies but redefined its relationship with Russia.
Israel/GazaDirect source
Syria seizes advanced weapons it says were bound for Lebanon’s Hezbollah
Hezbollah denies activity in Syria after interception of arms shipment including missiles, rockets and drones via Iraq.
IranDirect source
How serious is Iran’s threat to disrupt shipping in the Red Sea?
After the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's IRGC warns it could next target Bab al-Mandeb.
Israel/GazaDirect source
John Fetterman says he would leave Democrats if they became ‘anti-Israel’
His comments come after 103 House Democrats backed an unsuccessful bid to halt billions in military aid to Israel Israel’s support among Democrats is starting to buckle Senator John Fetterman said he would consider leaving the Democratic party it ever became “the anti-Israel party”, as more than 100...
IranDirect source
What could a US ground invasion of Iran look like?
Donald Trump has refused to rule out sending US troops into Iran as fighting resumes and US strikes continue.