Iran signals readiness for ‘US ground operations’ as strategy shifts gear
Iran's more offensive posture follows Trump's comment that the US would soon make the Strait of Hormuz its territory.
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Boat sets sail from Bristol, aiming to break Israel’s siege of Gaza
Twelve people including the captain are on board 'Kate', the latest vessel attempting to deliver aid.
Lula and Bolsonaro’s son launch rival bids for Brazil presidency
Brazil’s presidential race is officially underway.
Trump hails Mecca pact: Can it replace the region’s US security umbrella?
As Trump pushes allies to do more for their own defence, three US partners have created a security pact of their own.
Why Kushner met Hamas leaders, and what it means for Trump’s Gaza roadmap
Jared Kushner to meet Netanyahu next, after Israel rejected Trump's 15-point Gaza roadmap.
Yemen’s drone war: Rivals flex growing aerial muscle
Houthi and government forces exchange drone attacks, marking a major shift in war tactics.
Trump scales down war games with South Korea: Why it matters
US president cites Seoul's reluctance to back his war on Iran, and his warm ties with North Korea's leader as reasons.
Zambia incumbent takes early election lead as opposition alleges armed raid
President Hakainde Hichilema appears on course for outright win as observers cite violence and a tilted campaign field.
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo becomes deadliest in country’s history
A top UN official says 'speed, scale, and solidarity' needed 'before this virus gets even further ahead of us'.
Israeli settlers pitch tents for new illegal outpost in occupied West Bank
UN Special Rapporteur Albanese warns that Israel is 'using settlers to advance ethnic cleansing' in the West Bank.
Can the AU make its current Sudan mission count?
The African Union is seeking progress in Sudan, but must overcome deep battlefield and diplomatic divisions.
Trump says US to ‘substantially reduce’ military drills with South Korea
US president says he's 'not happy' about the drills, citing his 'very good relationship' with North Korea's Kim Jong Un.
Iran war live: Tehran-US MoU set to expire; Hamas’s al-Khayya meets Kushner
Hamas calls on Board of Peace to 'compel' Israel to accept the Gaza peace plan after meeting Jared Kushner in Cairo.
Israeli minister calls for killing ’30 to 40′ Palestinians in Gaza nightly
Far-right National Security Minister Ben-Gvir sits on Israel's security cabinet, which helps shape war and policy.
Hundreds of migrants arrested near Ceuta border in latest crackdown
Nearly 300 migrants and 61 alleged facilitators detained during mass migration attempt.
Death toll rises to 84 from capsized ferry in Zimbabwe
The boat overturned during heavy winds near the Zambian border.
US admiral praises USS Lincoln crew amid reported mental health concerns
Politicians voiced alarm over mental health struggles on carrier, with reports of sailors attempting to jump overboard.
Brazil: Lula, Bolsonaro return to strongholds to launch runs for president
Lula and Bolsonaro appeal to Brazil’s women voters with promises to combat rising femicide and gender violence.
US-Iran MoU is set to expire: What to know
Both sides accused the other of violating the June agreement shortly after it was signed.
Kushner meets Hamas leaders in Egypt to push Trump’s Gaza plan
After meeting with the US envoy, Hamas says it called on the Board of Peace to ‘compel’ Israel to accept the plan.