Saudi-led coalition intercepts drone headed for Mecca
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a drone before it entered Islam's holiest city, calling pilgrims' security a 'red line'
Israeli soldiers rappel from helicopter in occupied West Bank
Israeli forces rappelled from a helicopter onto the roof of a residential building in Yatta, in the occupied West Bank.
Iran war increasing inflation, straining US munitions: congressional report
Report by nonpartisan research body finds that replenishing depleted munitions stockpiles could take up to five years.
Former Maduro ally pleads guilty to money laundering and fraud
Alex Saab pleads guilty in US court to laundering bribe and fraud proceeds linked to Venezuela's welfare programme.
Iran war live: Iran’s top diplomat heads to China as war drags on
Iranian foreign minister heads to China as Beijing seeks to mediate an end to the war.
Panic on board Iranian plane as violent shaking rips cabin apart
A Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 cabin rips apart after an emergency landing in Mashhad, Iran.
Argentina intensifies campaign against Falklands oil companies
Government says new legal complaints to be filed against firms exploring for oil near the Falkland Islands.
Republican congressman calls to impeach US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth
GOP Representative Thomas Massie has emerged as outspoken critic of war on Iran and overseas military interventions.
Ed Sheeran blames US tour promoter for dropping Macklemore
The British musician said it was important to "set out some facts" after US rapper voiced support for Palestine.
Iran war cost hits $38 billion, forecast to rise $3 billion a month, CBO says – Reuters
- Iran war cost hits $38 billion, forecast to rise $3 billion a month, CBO says Reuters
- New photos show widespread damage at U.S. positions caused by Iranian missile, drone attacks CBS News
- Iran war driving up inflation for Americans, CBO report says NBC News
- Iranian strikes have damaged hundreds of structures at U.S. bases, watchdog says Yahoo
- Dozens of aircraft, hundreds of buildings: US loss to Iran attacks revealed aljazeera.com
Why is the far-right embracing crypto?
From billionaire donors backing parties to far-right activists raising funds in Bitcoin.
Donald Trump Jr.’s Wedding Scandal Is Even More Ridiculous When You Remember What Tiffany Trump Tried at Hers – Slate
- Donald Trump Jr.’s Wedding Scandal Is Even More Ridiculous When You Remember What Tiffany Trump Tried at Hers Slate
- Blanche says investigation into Russian oligarch's wedding gift to Trump Jr. is unlikely ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Russian Businessman With Putin Ties Paid for Donald Trump Jr.’s Wedding Party The New York Times
- Donald Trump Jr.’s Bahamas Wedding Was Secretly Bankrolled by Russian Oligarch Close to Putin propublica.org
- Putin ally hosted Trump Jr.'s wedding bash. Congress wants to know why USA Today
Algeria faces calls to drop death penalty plans after wildfires
Rights group warns Algeria could exploit proposed death penalty laws to suppress domestic political opposition.
Saudi crown prince seeks Egypt’s backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes – AP News
- Saudi crown prince seeks Egypt’s backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes AP News
- Saudi, Egypt demand open Red Sea as Riyadh vows response to Houthi attacks Yahoo
- Saudi crown prince goes to Egypt for support against Houthi strikes, and other Mideast developments AP News
- Egypt’s el-Sisi meets MBS, backs Saudi call for secure Red Sea navigation aljazeera.com
- Egypt's Sisi and Saudi Crown Prince stress need for security of Red Sea navigation Reuters
US Senate crypto bill collapses in blow to industry
The defeat dealt a major blow to efforts to establish the first comprehensive federal framework for digital-asset market
Hundreds protest in DR Congo against third presidential term
Hundreds protest in DR Congo against third presidential term
Houthis threaten more Saudi strikes as UN warns of humanitarian crisis in Yemen – The Guardian
- Houthis threaten more Saudi strikes as UN warns of humanitarian crisis in Yemen The Guardian
- Saudi civil defence says danger has passed in six cities including Yanbu Reuters
- Saudi Arabia promises to respond to Houthi attacks ‘firmly’ aljazeera.com
- US DoD inspector general report says Iran war resulted in munitions shortfall & ‘bottlenecks’ | LIVE BLOG i24NEWS
- Saudi Arabia raises Jeddah, Mecca alarm, vows response to Houthis Daily Sabah
Skyrocketing fuel prices spark protests around the globe – CNN
- Skyrocketing fuel prices spark protests around the globe CNN
- Syrians Protest as Surge in Fuel Prices Adds to Cost-of-Living Crisis The New York Times
- Syria fuel price hikes trigger widest protests since Assad fall Reuters
- Syria fuel price hikes test public patience with economic recovery aljazeera.com
- Fuel price protests spread across Syria as parliament summons energy minister Euronews.com
Romanian shepards and farmers clash with police
Dozens injured as 2,000 farmers - backed by far-right groups - protest the extension of a livestock export ban.
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