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When a 12-story apartment building pancaked in La Guaira, Venezuela, following two powerful earthquakes late last month, panic ensued to save people injured or trapped under the rubble.
Haiti’s future success depends on “security, political engagement, and humanitarian action reinforcing each other,” the UN’s most senior official in Haiti has told the UN Security Council which met in New York on Monday to discuss the way forward for the embattled Caribbean island nation.
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.
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.
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.
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Suzanne Maloney of the Brookings Institution about the U.S. war with Iran, the increase in hostilities and what it means for the wider region
The Houthis say the embargo begins immediately and is a response to a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Yemen.
Iran responded with attacks in Syria and Jordan, as two ships reportedly exploded in the Strait of Hormuz.
Russian strikes on the Odesa region have killed 28 people in July alone, local authorities say.
The Palestinian armed group's Qatar-based chief negotiator replaces Yahya Sinwar, who was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in 2024.
The visit by North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui comes without an obvious occasion, such as a multilateral diplomatic event or state anniversary, and has raised speculation that she may be coordinating a possible visit to Russia by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
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.
The Irish airline said oil prices had increased costs meanwhile Brent crude surpassed $90.
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.
Protests over President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's dismissal of the country's defense minister coincide with a fresh wave of Russian strikes across Ukraine.
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”.
The artwork in the capital Oslo was unveiled on Sunday ahead of the 15th anniversary of the attack.
The US military reports another death a day after two of its soldiers were killed in Jordan.
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.
Russia launched 41 missiles and 125 attack drones across Ukraine overnight, according to the Ukrainian air force.
Iran and the US have traded strikes as hostilities re-escalated this week, with Tehran targeting US military facilities across the Gulf region.
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.
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.
Iran has retaliated against US allies in the region, with Kuwait reporting that a power and water plant had been hit.
Drones targeted Wildberries facilities near Moscow and in Tambov. Ukraine's leader called them "major logistics facilities" supplying "sanctioned components".
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.
Kyiv's forces are continuing their aerial campaign against energy infrastructure and military targets inside Russia, aiming to undermine Moscow's war effort.
The United States and Iran exchanged strikes aimed at infrastructure and military targets on Saturday as their battle over the Strait of Hormuz intensified.
While Boris Nadezhdin is barred from running for parliament, blogger Ilya Remeslo is remanded in custody.
Protests erupted in Ukraine on Thursday after Mykhailo Fedorov's removal - and now soldiers are also criticising the move.
The US military says its attacks were intended to "further degrade Iranian military capabilities".
There have also been several unsuccessful attacks in a region where piracy appears to be making a comeback.
Recognizing Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent, with other countries attempting to claim important waterways, analysts say.
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.
China said Trump's claims were fabricated and US Democrats said he was paving the way to undermine November's elections.
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.
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.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced mandatory testosterone screening for military personnel aged 30 and over.
The US vice president says he thinks some Israeli politicians are trying to detail efforts to end the conflict.
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.
A rift between Fedorov and Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi was apparently at the heart of Zelensky's decision.
She made history as the first woman to represent South Carolina in US Senate when she was sworn in for interim term last week following the death of her brother, Lindsey Graham Sign up for the Breaking News US email While speaking to reporters on Sunday, Donald Trump acknowledged the three US milita...
Al-Hayya wins Hamas leadership with a single-vote margin, signalling a focus on Gaza amidst continued Israeli aggression
Amid Yemen’s harsh economic crisis, securing viable employment has become increasingly difficult for men.
A number of US military service members were killed in action over the weekend in Jordan US expands Iran offensive as diplomats claim talks ongoing The price of oil jumped in early Asian trade on Monday after the US carried out its latest wave of strikes on Iran and a vessel caught fire in the strai...
The European Commission says waiving penalties will ensure the security of energy supply.
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels have announced a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia after the two sides traded fire
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, ...
The US intensifies air strikes on Iran, targeting critical sites after the deaths of American soldiers in the region.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s chief of staff hints government may be about to sack Oleksandr Syrskyi Ukraine’s commander in chief Oleksandr Syrskyi is widely expected to lose his job amid signs that Volodymyr Zelenskyy has bowed to pressure from protesters and will reshuffle the army’s top leadership. Over ...
Residents of Deir Jarir say raids late on Sunday, also involving security forces, are part of pattern of violence Even by the brutal standards of militant settler violence in the West Bank, the raid on Deir Jarir late on Sunday night that killed two Palestinians and left another in hospital with a g...
US petrol prices reach $4.00 per gallon (3.78 litres), marking the second week of increased costs for consumers.
An Israeli air strike on Gaza City injured at least 14 people, according to Gaza health officials.
Masoud Pezeshkian warns Iran may have to endure more strikes, as diplomats say de-escalation talks are continuing Middle East crisis live – latest updates Iran’s president has said the country is in a “full-scale war” after the US expanded its aerial campaign and Tehran struck Washington’s Gulf alli...
Implementation of the trilateral framework agreement between Israel, Lebanon and the US is to start in three villages.
An Iranian army spokesman asserts the war will continue until deterrence against further attacks has been achieved.
Latin America analyst Brian Winter argues that Trump sees Venezuela as a foreign policy success… and Cuba may be next.
Media regulator will not take action despite receiving 446 complaints about comments by Bev Turner GB News will not be investigated by the media regulator after a presenter insisted there was no riot in Belfast in June, despite cars and houses being set alight, attacks on police and families fleeing...
Yemeni group says the announcement is based on the principle of 'an eye for an eye'.
Moscow targets southern city after the Russian capital was hit by 400 drones in response to one of the war’s biggest attacks on Kyiv at the weekend There is also a bit more from Reuters on the context – and the significance – of these continued strikes on ships: “ Both Russia and Ukraine are major g...
Britain's seventh PM in a decade pledged major changes in bid to see off populist forces that are making large gains.
The US has escalated attacks on Iranian roads, bridges and power plants, and Iran too, has responded.
Trump has expressed sadness and vowed to hit Iran 'very hard' to honour killed US soldiers.
US president says $400m plane will be ‘maxed out’ with appropriate protections but doesn’t give further details Donald Trump acknowledged on Sunday that the Boeing jet given to him by Qatar cannot match the defensive armor of a true presidential aircraft, telling reporters it will soon be grounded a...
US launches ninth night of strikes against Iran. Plus, Trump at the World Cup and the glorious art deco LA Central Library celebrates 100 years Don’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up here Good morning. The US launched a ninth night of strikes targeting Iran early Monday, after announci...
Thousands gathered across Gaza to watch the World Cup final, with many backing Spain over its support for Palestinians.
We explain how the war has changed for all the parties since their MoU unravelled and as the conflict has escalated.
Ukraine launches hundreds of drones towards Moscow a day after Russia unleashed a massive barrage of ballistic missiles.
As his empty Gaza apology clearly demonstrates, he will not bring the radical change Labour really needs.
Iran praises Spain's win over Argentina after Spanish government's condemnation of policies on Gaza and war on Iran.
Analysts say Iran is using Gulf states to pressure Washington while avoiding direct confrontation with US forces.
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 ...
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...
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, ...
What does Iran’s attack on Kuwait infrastructure mean for Gulf?
More than 10,000 protesters braved tear gas and baton charges in their largest challenge yet to PM Modi's government.
Turkiye's expanding military ties in eastern Libya raise new questions about regional security and Egypt's red lines.
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...
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...
Rubio: US ‘open to diplomacy’ after ninth night of bombing Iran
Iran's IRGC claims an attack on Jordan while the US embassy issues a warning to Americans in Bahrain.
For many of us, Gaza was on our mind when we watched and celebrated Spain’s triumph at the World Cup.
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. ...
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...
US President Donald Trump said the latest strikes on Iran were carried out 'in honour' of killed US military personnel.
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...
The US military carried out its ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran.
As Africa industrialises, governments are working to keep sensitive materials out of the wrong hands.
Palestinians across Gaza and the Occupied West Bank celebrated Spain’s World Cup victory.
Iranian media report blasts in cities in the far north and far south, including Tabriz and Chabahar.
US forces attack Iran for ninth consecutive night as one US soldier killed in northern Iraq.
The death brings the number of US soldiers killed since the start of the US-Israel war on Iran to 17.
Hundreds gather near the border as far-right figures push to rebuild settlements removed in 2005
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...
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...
Incoming PM Andy Burnham will immediately face foreign policy challenges, including the conflicts in Ukraine and Iran.
Al Jazeera reporters faced lengthy queues to enter the stadium due to tighter security checks.
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...
Decree comes after hardline backers of the Iranian government accused officials of treason for signing an MoU with US.
At least 50 Malian soldiers were killed after a joint Malian army and Russia's Africa Corps convoy was ambushed.
Aoun is expected to meet Donald Trump on Tuesday, as Beirut seeks US backing to end Israel-Hezbollah fighting.
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...
Government says the shake-up will strengthen security and clear the way for reconstruction.
Videos show Israeli settlers attacking the Palestinian village of al Tuwani in Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron.
Legislation recently passed by the Knesset is meant to dismantle the Palestinian education system in East Jerusalem.
NYC mayor says in Times interview that’s he’s in ‘active conversation’ with city’s law department about the matter New York City’s mayor, Zohran Mamdani , has said he is reviewing whether his administration could arrest Benjamin Netanyahu if as expected the Israeli prime minister visits the city for...
Kuwait and Bahrain report several rounds of Iranian missile, drone attacks; sirens reportedly sound in Jordan.
Collapsing grid, battered by military strikes and chronic underinvestment, leaves Iranians sweltering in the dark.
US strikes target Iran's IRGC after two of its soldiers were killed in Jordan, as Tehran attacks Kuwait and Bahrain.
Setting up illegal settlements, erasing cities and obstructing aid serve goal of forcing Palestinians out, analysts say.
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 is particularly vulnerable to ballistic missile attacks due to a shortage of Patriot air defence munitions.
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...
In both Gaza and the West Bank, Israeli policies are devastating Palestinian health with deadly consequences.
The US has launched a new wave of strikes on Iran after two American soldiers were killed by Iranian strikes in Jordan.
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...
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...
A video captures the moment an Iranian missile struck Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Airbase, killing two US service members.
Russian missiles struck Kyiv and the surrounding region early on Sunday, killing at least one person and injuring nine.
Sirik and Hajiabad areas in Iran's Hormozgan province targeted as US says revenge for killing of two soldiers.
Palestinian teenage footballer, Fadi al-Naasan, has died a week after being shot by Israeli forces.
Volunteers made a giant cake to cheer up around 3,000 Venezuelan children displaced by last month's powerful twin quakes
US forces attack Iran for the eighth consecutive night as Iran says MoU 'suspended'.
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...
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...
A week after he was shot in his West Bank village, Fadi al-Nassan's death comes amid a surge in settler violence.
Palestinians who have endured Israel's genocidal war are still being targeted.
Demonstrators call on Andy Burnham to impose arms embargo on Israel and pressure its government to end genocide.
Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump's signature is 'worthless' and that 'bullying' is a core element of US foreign policy.
Attacks hit neighbourhoods in Gaza City far beyond the line Israeli forces are meant to hold under the ceasefire.
US strikes damaged bridges and a water desalination plant in Iran after a seventh straight night of attacks.
US and Iran have stepped up attacks in the last week, prompting alarm about return to full-scale war across the region.
The Lebanese and US presidents are expected to discuss the ceasefire, southern Lebanon, and Israel’s withdrawal.
Pressure is expected to build on the Iranian public, as well as global energy markets due to the US blockade.
Mali says counterattack under way as rebels claim they inflicted 'human losses' and 'material damage' on troops.
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...
IMF releases £346m in emergency funds as new details emerge about the disaster response.
Towering plumes of smoke rose over Kuwait after Iranian strikes hit multiple locations in Mangaf.
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...
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...
The deals include rebuilding the long-defunct Iraq-Syria crude oil pipeline, which could bypass the Strait of Hormuz.
Jingye seeks compensation after UK's move to fully nationalise loss-making British Steel, citing security risks.
Conflict has been escalating since US President Donald Trump declared 10 days ago that peace deal with Iran was over.
Russian officials say strikes on retailer's warehouses caused civilian casualties; Kyiv says sites used to make drones.
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...
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...
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, ...
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 ...
A new military barrier in the West Bank's Jordan Valley is cutting off Palestinian communities from their land.
The US has bombed bridges and energy infrastructure in the seventh straight night of attacks on Iran.
Mohsen Rezaee has warned that if the US continues bombing Iran, Tehran will escalate its response into full-scale war.
At least 20 schools have now been completely destroyed in southern Lebanon, with 100 more damaged.
The US has broadened its military campaign in Iran, says Al Jazeera’s Mike Hanna.
Eric Ham argues President Donald Trump’s renewed focus on election security is attempt to expand federal authority.
Mullin pledged to make Trump's election security demands 'mandatory' and implement a 'maximum pressure' campaign.
Intense exchange of fire between US and Iran as US attacks shift further into Iran’s interior.
Pressure is growing within the EU to sanction Israel for its illegal settlements and violence against Palestinians.
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...
Deal with Chevron aims to rebuild a crude oil pipeline that runs from Iraq's oil-rich Kirkuk to Syria's Baniyas.
The US military says it's degrading Iran's military but has been accused by Tehran of targeting civilian infrastructure.
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 ...
Thousands of Houthi supporters rallied in Sanaa against what they described as the Saudi-led blockade against Yemen.
The seizure of the Asana is the latest in a rapidly growing wave of piracy sweeping the Gulf of Aden.
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...
Chilean President Jose Antonio Kast says that he is travelling to the Biobio region to survey flood damage.
The Franco-German cooperation is not a move to replace NATO’s nuclear umbrella, stresses German Chancellor.
Germany, stripped of Russian pipeline gas, received Algeria's president with military honours and talked about LNG.
Iranian forces: missiles and drones fired at US targets in Gulf States.
Nawaz admitted the violation and that the substance had been used in a manner unrelated to sporting performance.
Eight killed and 20 injured in strike on funeral procession for Palestinian killed by Israel earlier in the day.
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...
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...
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...
Thousands rally in the Ukrainian capital and other cities to protest the ousting of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
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...
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...
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...
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...
Andy Burnham set to become UK prime minister but faces challenges including the cost of living crisis and two wars.
Satellite images reveal strikes between July 7 and 12 on Iran’s largest nuclear power plant.
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 is ramping up short-, medium- and long-range drone production to bring Russia’s war to a standstill.
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:...
Analysts say the goals range from targeting Iran's supply lines to curbing its influence in the Strait of Hormuz.
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...
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...
Knesset dissolves after first full term since 1988, with Israel heading towards crucial elections on October 27, 2026.
Rallies in support of sacked Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov have exposed a political challenge for Zelenskyy.
PM Netanyahu’s political survival at stake as Knesset dissolves before the vote.
Berlin warns against a 'security vacuum' in Lebanon's south once UNIFIL mandate expires at year's end.
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.
Tehran targets multiple countries across the region as the wave of US strikes on Iran steps up.
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...
Iran struck Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Jordan and Syria in retaliation for US strikes.
A man has been charged with assisting Iran's intelligence service, police have said.
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...
The president claimed China and 'deep state' actors had deceived US voters, but critics say his claims were misleading.
The US has made good on threats to bomb civilian infrastructure in Iran in its sixth-straight night of attacks.
Clashes erupted after Israeli settlers attacked the outskirts of the occupied West Bank town of Sinjil.
Fatih Birol says 'oil security is still a critical issue' and world should be 'worried' if situation does not improve.