Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, on Monday, April 27, 2026, appealed to the United Nations Security Council to push for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the ongoing bl
Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, on Monday, April 27, 2026, appealed to the United Nations Security Council to push for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the ongoing bl
Vladimir Putin met Abbas Araghchi in Moscow on Monday, reaffirming Russia’s commitment to maintaining strong strategic relations with Iran amid escalating tensions in West Asia. During the meeting, Putin emphasized that Russia would continue to act in ways that serve the interests of Iran and the broader
Vladimir Putin met Abbas Araghchi in Moscow on Monday, reaffirming Russia’s commitment to maintaining strong strategic relations with Iran amid escalating tensions in West Asia. During the meeting, Putin emphasized that Russia would continue to act in ways that serve the interests of Iran and the broader
A satire targeting Trump after White House dinner disruption Iran has released a satirical, Lego-style diss track video targeting Donald Trump following a disruption at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington. The animated clip, widely circulated on social media,
A satire targeting Trump after White House dinner disruption Iran has released a satirical, Lego-style diss track video targeting Donald Trump following a disruption at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington. The animated clip, widely circulated on social media,
China’s decision to block the acquisition of Manus AI by Meta marks a major shift in global technology deals, as authorities cited concerns over technology transfer and national interests. The country’s top economic planner, the National Development and Reform Commission, ordered the cancellation of th
China’s decision to block the acquisition of Manus AI by Meta marks a major shift in global technology deals, as authorities cited concerns over technology transfer and national interests. The country’s top economic planner, the National Development and Reform Commission, ordered the cancellation of th
Israel deployed Iron Dome to UAE during Iran conflict, report says, underscoring a previously undisclosed military move that signals deepening defense cooperation between the two countries during heightened tensions in the Gulf. According to a report citing U.S. and Israeli officials, the deployment occurred in the early phase of the war that began on Friday, February 28, 2026, when the United Arab Emirate
Israel deployed Iron Dome to UAE during Iran conflict, report says, underscoring a previously undisclosed military move that signals deepening defense cooperation between the two countries during heightened tensions in the Gulf. According to a report citing U.S. and Israeli officials, the deployment occurred in the early phase of the war that began on Friday, February 28, 2026, when the United Arab Emirate
Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday, April 27, for ceasefire talks as Israel intensifies strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon, where 14 were killed Sunday, April 26, marking the deadliest day since the truce began. Iran-Israel war live updates: Iran FM to meet Putin amid rising tensions as Abbas Araghchi prepares for high-level tal
Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Monday, April 27, for ceasefire talks as Israel intensifies strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon, where 14 were killed Sunday, April 26, marking the deadliest day since the truce began. Iran-Israel war live updates: Iran FM to meet Putin amid rising tensions as Abbas Araghchi prepares for high-level tal
Iran has raised concerns about Pakistan’s role as a mediator in ongoing diplomatic efforts with the United States, with officials questioning Islamabad’s neutrality. Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, said Pakistan lacks the credibility required to act as an impartial intermediary in sensitive negotiations. Rezaei argued that Paki
Iran has raised concerns about Pakistan’s role as a mediator in ongoing diplomatic efforts with the United States, with officials questioning Islamabad’s neutrality. Ebrahim Rezaei, spokesperson for Iran’s National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, said Pakistan lacks the credibility required to act as an impartial intermediary in sensitive negotiations. Rezaei argued that Paki
A newly unveiled mural in Mashhad, Iran, has drawn attention and sparked renewed speculation about the status of Mojtaba Khamenei, a key figure in Iran’s leadership. The artwork, revealed during a public ceremony attended by officials, features his portrait alongside several military and political figures believed to have died in recent US-Israeli airstrikes. The inclusion has prompted questions, as such murals in Iran are typically used to honor individuals associated with significan
A newly unveiled mural in Mashhad, Iran, has drawn attention and sparked renewed speculation about the status of Mojtaba Khamenei, a key figure in Iran’s leadership. The artwork, revealed during a public ceremony attended by officials, features his portrait alongside several military and political figures believed to have died in recent US-Israeli airstrikes. The inclusion has prompted questions, as such murals in Iran are typically used to honor individuals associated with significan
Global leaders condemn shooting incident involving President Trump as a wave of international reactions underscored a shared rejection of political violence and relief that the former U.S. president and other attendees were unharmed. The incident prompted swift responses from leaders across continents, reflecting concern over rising threats to public figures and democratic processes. Narendra Modi Indian Prime Minister
Global leaders condemn shooting incident involving President Trump as a wave of international reactions underscored a shared rejection of political violence and relief that the former U.S. president and other attendees were unharmed. The incident prompted swift responses from leaders across continents, reflecting concern over rising threats to public figures and democratic processes. Narendra Modi Indian Prime Minister
Mali’s defense minister Sadio Camara was killed in a coordinated attack as insurgent violence escalates across the country. Camara died alongside family members after a car bomb struck his residence in Kita, a key stronghold of the ruling military junta, according to family sources and officials cited by AFP. The attack formed part of a broader wave of coordinated assaults that targeted multiple regions across Mali, including Kita, Kidal, Gao, and Ségou. Fighting continued into
Mali’s defense minister Sadio Camara was killed in a coordinated attack as insurgent violence escalates across the country. Camara died alongside family members after a car bomb struck his residence in Kita, a key stronghold of the ruling military junta, according to family sources and officials cited by AFP. The attack formed part of a broader wave of coordinated assaults that targeted multiple regions across Mali, including Kita, Kidal, Gao, and Ségou. Fighting continued into
The Iran war, which began on Friday, February 28, 2026, following joint airstrikes by the United States and Israel, has led to widespread infrastructure destruction across Iran while also triggering significant retaliation. New reporting indicates that Iranian counterattacks have caused extensive damage to US military installations across the Middle East, raising concerns about escalating defense costs and regional instability. Escalation after joint US-Israel airstrikes on
The Iran war, which began on Friday, February 28, 2026, following joint airstrikes by the United States and Israel, has led to widespread infrastructure destruction across Iran while also triggering significant retaliation. New reporting indicates that Iranian counterattacks have caused extensive damage to US military installations across the Middle East, raising concerns about escalating defense costs and regional instability. Escalation after joint US-Israel airstrikes on
Global death penalty data shows executions remain concentrated in a few countries, while India issues far more death sentences than the U.S. The global death penalty remains in force in a limited number of countries, but recent figures show that its use is still concentrated in a small group of states. In 2024, Amnesty International recorded 2,087 new death sentences across 46 countries and 1,518 executions in 15 countries, the highest execution total since 2015. The
Global death penalty data shows executions remain concentrated in a few countries, while India issues far more death sentences than the U.S. The global death penalty remains in force in a limited number of countries, but recent figures show that its use is still concentrated in a small group of states. In 2024, Amnesty International recorded 2,087 new death sentences across 46 countries and 1,518 executions in 15 countries, the highest execution total since 2015. The
U.S. President Donald Trump has cancelled a planned visit by American envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran, in a move that raises fresh uncertainty around ongoing diplomatic efforts tied to the Israel-Iran conflict. According to reports , the cancelled trip would have involved senior envoys
U.S. President Donald Trump has cancelled a planned visit by American envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran, in a move that raises fresh uncertainty around ongoing diplomatic efforts tied to the Israel-Iran conflict. According to reports , the cancelled trip would have involved senior envoys
Russia’s foreign minister accuses the US of pursuing oil-driven interventions in Iran and Venezuela, raising concerns over global energy dominance and geopolitical tensions. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the United States of pursuing foreign interventions to secure control over global oil and energy resources, escalating rhetoric between Moscow and
Russia’s foreign minister accuses the US of pursuing oil-driven interventions in Iran and Venezuela, raising concerns over global energy dominance and geopolitical tensions. Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has accused the United States of pursuing foreign interventions to secure control over global oil and energy resources, escalating rhetoric between Moscow and