Iran dismisses Trump’s claim of leadership rift, says nation is ‘one soul’
Several Iranian officials share same message, emphasising what they call the 'iron unity of the nation and government'.
Real Betis vs Real Madrid: La Liga – teams, start time, lineup
Real Madrid could close gap on La Liga leaders Barcelona to six points on Friday, three weeks shy of a Clasico meeting.
How Trump’s Iran war is driving military dissent
From protests to quiet resistance, dissent is rising inside the United States military over the US-Israel war on Iran.
On Africa trip, the ‘quiet pope’ adopts a confident global voice – The Washington Post
- On Africa trip, the ‘quiet pope’ adopts a confident global voice The Washington Post
- Pope Leo's trip targets major obstacle to Catholicism's spread in Africa: Sorcery National Catholic Reporter
- Touring Africa, Pope Leo Raised His Voice, but Didn’t Like the Echo The New York Times
- Many African Catholics have greeted Leo’s first visit with joy. Others fear he’s lent legitimacy to strongman leaders CNN
- The journey that reveals the pontificate Vatican News
US Department of Justice watchdog to probe release of Epstein files
Lawmakers have accused the Trump administration of using heavy redactions to protect powerful figures tied to Epstein.
Chinese Satellites Over Mideast Battlefield Put U.S. on Edge – WSJ
- Chinese Satellites Over Mideast Battlefield Put U.S. on Edge WSJ
- Iran Reportedly Used Chinese Satellite To Target U.S. Bases—Here’s How China And Russia Could Help Iran Forbes
- Iran used Chinese spy satellite to target US bases Financial Times
- Chinese Satellite Role in Iranian Military Targeting: 2024 Deal Detailed - News and Statistics IndexBox
- How Chinese satellites have boosted Iran’s war effort The Economist
How to let go of grudges — and why it could be good for your health – The Washington Post
How to let go of grudges — and why it could be good for your health The Washington Post
US Senate passes ICE funding resolution after ‘vote-a-rama’: What’s next?
Republicans take first step, but long road remains to break impasse over funding Donald Trump's immigration enforcement.
Live Updates: Iran touts video of Strait of Hormuz cargo ship seizures as Trump keeps quiet on next move – CBS News
- Live Updates: Iran touts video of Strait of Hormuz cargo ship seizures as Trump keeps quiet on next move CBS News
- Iran tightens control of Strait of Hormuz as Israel warns of strikes Honolulu Star-Advertiser
- Iran war live: Iran seizes ships in Strait of Hormuz as Trump maintains ports blockade Reuters
- How Iran raised Hormuz stakes by capturing ships Al Jazeera
- Ships seized by Iranians 'armed to the teeth' along Strait of Hormuz have been taken toward port: report Fox News
South Africa president suspends police chief over $21m contract
Police chief Fannie Masemola suspended as President Cyril Ramaphosa faces pressure to tackle corruption ahead of polls.
Mixed views in Lebanon ahead of controversial talks with Israel
Lebanon remains divided over the best way to end the conflict with Israel, with some backing Hezbollah's armed response.
More than 6 million Somalis face hunger amid climate shocks and conflict
Drought, failed rains, and conflict drive 6.5 million Somalis into hunger; children face acute malnutrition risks.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian teenager in occupied West Bank raid
Teenager dies in hospital after Israeli forces shot him with live ammunition in the shoulder, Palestinian media reports.
Iran’s Mehr says air defences heard ‘engaging hostile targets’ in Tehran – Reuters
- Iran's Mehr says air defences heard 'engaging hostile targets' in Tehran Reuters
- Iran war live: Air defences engaged over Tehran, reason unclear Al Jazeera
- Israel denies it is attacking Iran after air defenses reportedly fire at 'hostile targets' over Tehran The Times of Israel
- Air defenses activated in Tehran against ‘hostile targets’; Katz: Israel awaiting US green light to resume strikes ynetnews
- US-Iran War Live: Iran activates air defences, engages 'hostile targets', local media reports India Today
US reclassifies some marijuana products as less dangerous drug
Step is latest example of shift away from heavy penalisation that has given way to widespread legalisation efforts.
Decapitating cartels? Mexico leans into ‘kingpin strategy’ but at a cost
Under pressure from the US, President Claudia Sheinbaum has authorised military operations to arrest cartel leaders.
Italy slams Trump envoy proposal of taking Iran’s place in World Cup 2026
Italy officials slam suggestion that national football team should replace Iran at World Cup; fans also underwhelmed.
Pope Leo ends Africa tour with prison visit
Pope Leo wrapped up his 10-day four-nation tour of Africa in Equatorial Guinea.
ACLU, Amnesty lead 120 rights groups issuing US World Cup ‘travel advisory’
Groups warn of 'deteriorating human rights' in call for US visitors' protection; White House decries 'scare tactics'.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv hails frontline position as ‘strongest in a year’ – The Guardian
- Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv hails frontline position as ‘strongest in a year’ The Guardian
- Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv says it is in strongest frontline position ‘in a year’ due to drone tactics The Independent
- Ukraine’s Second Miracle Year - by Brynn Tannehill The Bulwark
- RUSSIA'S STALLED WAR IN UKRAINE Seymour Hersh | Substack
- Ukraine says it is in ‘strongest frontline position in a year’ as Russian advance grinds to a halt The Independent