Escalate to de-escalate? What options does Iran have to end Israel war?
Iran has few options to end the war, and escalating against Israel and the US will likely invite more attacks.
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Two jailed for 30 years over 2019 Kenya hotel attack
The men provided assistance to al-Shabab fighters who attacked the DusitD2 complex in Nairobi, killing 21 people.
Russia, Indonesia deepen ties as Putin and Prabowo meet in St Petersburg
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto said that the relationship between the two countries was 'getting stronger again'.
US extends TikTok sale deadline by another 90 days
Trump signs an executive order extending the deadline for sale or divestment of TikTok to September 17.
How does Israel restrict its media from reporting on the Iran conflict?
The military censor has introduced a slew of new restrictions on journalists covering the unfolding war.
Israel-Iran conflict: List of key events, June 19, 2025
Here are the key events on day seven of the Israel-Iran conflict.
Why US troops are concerned about Trump’s deployment
As President Trump deploys troops to guard against protesters in Los Angeles, service members share concern over orders.
How close are Iran and Israel to full-scale war?
As Tehran evacuates, an unpopular Iranian government must win over a panicked public facing an all-out war.
Israeli attacks kill at least 81 people including aid seekers in Gaza
At least 16 Palestinians waiting for food aid were killed by Israeli troops near the Netzarim Corridor in northern Gaza.
Putin, Xi criticise Israel’s attacks on Iran, urge de-escalation
The Russian and Chinese leaders agree there is no military solution to the dispute over Iran's nuclear ambitions.
How Trump’s position has changed on Iran, splitting MAGA base
'I may do it. I may not': Trump's position on the Iran-Israel conflict has shifted over the past week of violence.
DR Congo and Rwanda sign draft peace agreement
Provisional agreement aimed at ending fighting in eastern DRC expected to be formally signed on June 27.
Can the Israeli and Iranian economies survive a war?
Costs of war and damage done since Friday will be expensive for both Israel and Iran.
Iran launches missile attacks as Israel strikes nuclear sites
Iranian missiles damage Israeli hospital while Israel strikes Iran’s nuclear sites amid escalating conflict.
Hurricane Erick slams into Mexico’s coast as Category 3 storm
US National Hurricane Center warns of risk of 'life-threatening flooding and mudslides'.
Israel attacks Iran’s Arak reactor as Iranian missile hits Israeli hospital
Iranian media report air defences were activated in the area of the Khondab nuclear facility, formerly called Arak.
Trump embraces Pakistan: ‘Tactical romance’ or a new ‘inner circle’?
Trump hosts Pakistan army chief Asim Munir for an unprecedented White House lunch, as the US and Pakistan reset ties.
What is Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility, and could US weapons destroy it?
The IAEA says Iran has enriched uranium to near weapons-grade purity at the site. Iran denies this.
Thai government in crisis amid fallout from PM’s leaked phone call
Backlash over Paetongtarn Shinawatra's leaked call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen could bring down her government.
In its war on Ukraine, is Russia’s vast size becoming a liability?
Ukraine's retaliatory attacks are more daring than ever, striking deeper into the world's largest country.