Why Iran says its universities are being targeted
Iran reportedly follows through on threat on American universities, after attacks on two Iranian research universities.
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Iraq coach says World Cup can help ‘change perception’ of country
Over those past four decades, Iraq has faced a number of crises, including wars and separatist movements.
Iran authorities await war ‘victory’ as supporters mark 1979 anniversary
Officials, government supporters take to streets to mark Islamic Republic Day, even as US, Israel continue bombing.
‘This is an apartheid regime’: Critics decry Israel’s new death penalty law
Celebrations in the Israeli parliament mark the passing of legislation intended to apply to Palestinians only.
History’s biggest census: Why India’s new population count is controversial
The population count, which was delayed by five years, will include caste enumeration for the first time in a century.
UK to host meeting of 35 countries on reopening Strait of Hormuz
Before talks with 35 countries, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says reopening strait 'will not be easy'.
Russia says will continue helping Cuba after first oil shipment arrives
Foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova also called on the US to lift its energy blockade on the island nation.
Iran War: What a Marine Expeditionary Unit is – and other US military terms
The US has deployed thousands of additional Marines and airborne troops to the Middle East since the Iran war began.
Iran denies Trump’s claim Iranian president requested ceasefire
Donald Trump says US will continue 'blasting Iran into oblivion' until Strait of Hormuz is reopened.
Judge temporarily halts Trump’s $400m White House ballroom project
District Judge Richard Leon says construction has to stop until Congress provides statutory authorisation.
Trump tells allies ‘get your own oil’, says Iran war could end in 2-3 weeks
Under pressure as domestic petrol prices soar, US president says no deal needed to end war on Iran.
Iran war live: Trump says conflict to end in 2-3 weeks; Kuwait airport hit
US-Israeli strikes continue across Iran, hitting pharmaceutical companies and steel plants in Isfahan and Farokhshar.
Pope Leo urges Trump to end war on Iran
Pope Leo XIV has urged US President Donald Trump to find an “off-ramp” from the US and Israel’s war on Iran.
After Strait of Hormuz opens, turmoil would still last months, analysts say
Effective shutdown of key waterway could lead to permanent changes in how shipping industry does business.
US exempts Gulf of Mexico oil drillers from endangered species protections
The Trump administration says protections would diminish US energy competitiveness amid the ongoing war on Iran.
US Supreme Court rejects Colorado ban on LGBTQ child ‘conversion therapy’
In an eight-to-one decision, the high court ruled against a law banning the discredited practice on free speech grounds.
Russian tanker reaches Cuba amid critical energy shortage
Russian tanker delivers enough fuel to meet Cuba’s energy needs for up to 10 days, following a three-month blockade.
Cuba crisis explained: Who holds power, and could Diaz-Canel be replaced?
As Cuba faces one of the worst humanitarian crises in its history, questions have emerged about the island's leadership.
Venezuela’s ‘Chavismo’ movement faces a crossroads after US attack
Hugo Chavez founded a movement opposed to US intervention. How have his supporters adapted to new US-Venezuela ties?
Where to invest during Iran war? Ask – or don’t – Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf
Iran’s parliamentary speaker is using X to shape market sentiment, blending war messaging with financial signalling.