Geopolitical
Iran and Oman Advance Strait of Hormuz Corridor Talks Amid U.S. Opposition
MUSCAT, Aug. 4 (AP) — Negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding the establishment of a new maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz have entered a decisive phase on Monday, despite strong opp...
Yemeni Forces Strike Mercenary Positions at Al-Mokha Port in Renewed Fighting
MOKHA, Yemen — Yemeni forces launched a targeted military operation on Monday against positions held by Saudi-backed mercenaries at the strategic port city of Mokha. The assault began early in the mor...
Netanyahu Attributes Iran's Restraint to Fear of Israeli Retaliation
JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Sunday that the Islamic Republic of Iran has refrained from launching a direct attack against Israel primarily due to fear of powerful r...
Iran Launches Missiles at Vessels in Strait of Hormuz Amid Rising Tensions
DUBAI — Iran launched a series of missiles targeting commercial and naval vessels navigating the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Thursday evening, escalating tensions in one of the world's most critical...
Trump Says Iran Update Expected Within 48 Hours
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that significant updates regarding the United States' stance toward Iran would be revealed within a 48-hour window, marking a moment of heighten...
Trump Issues Ultimatum to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Closure
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump presented an ultimatum to the Iranian government on Tuesday, demanding the immediate reopening of the strategic Strait of Hormuz or face "devastating strikes" from ...
Iranian Navy Intercepts Hostile Targets at Strait of Hormuz Entrance; Explosions Reported on Qeshm Island
QESHM ISLAND, Iran — The Iranian Navy intercepted hostile targets attempting to breach the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz late Thursday evening, triggering two significant explosions audible across ...
Ansarallah Missiles Strike Saudi-backed Government Base in Marib
MARIB, Yemen — Ansarallah militants launched a missile attack on Saturday morning against a military base operated by forces loyal to the internationally recognized Yemeni government and backed by Sau...
Oil Prices and Energy Stocks Slide on Prospects of Strait Reopening Deal
NEW YORK — Global oil prices and shares in major energy companies tumbled Monday as markets reacted to growing expectations that the United States and Iran are nearing an agreement to reopen the strat...
Syrian Army Places Forces on Alert Along Iraqi Border Amid Uncertainty
DAMASCUS — The Syrian Arab Army announced a state of military alert and began deploying combat units along its eastern border with Iraq on Monday, marking a significant escalation in regional security...
U.S. Depletes Long-Range Missile Stockpiles in Southern Iran Strikes
WASHINGTON — The United States has expended virtually its entire inventory of long-range ground-to-ground missiles, including Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Ground Missiles (ATACMs) and Precision Strike...
Gaza Civil Defence Buries Remains of 112 Victims from November Airstrike
GAZA CITY, Aug. 4 — Palestinian civil defence officials buried the remains of 112 individuals on Monday following their recovery from rubble in Gaza City. The deceased are members of the al-Hasayna an...
Israeli Artillery Targets Outskirts of Al-Mansouri in South Lebanon
BEIRUT — Israeli artillery struck the outskirts of Al-Mansouri, a village in southern Lebanon, on Saturday afternoon, marking another escalation along the volatile border region. The shelling occurred...
Trump Prepares to Declare Victory in Iran Conflict if Strait of Hormuz Reopens
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is preparing to unilaterally declare victory and an end to the ongoing war with Iran should Tehran reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The potential declaration ...
Houthis Claim Responsibility for Attack on Al-Makha Port Following Saudi Defense Pact
SANAA, Yemen — The Houthi movement officially claimed responsibility Sunday for a coordinated attack on the strategic port of Al-Makha in southern Yemen, an assault that resulted in significant infras...
Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to Sign Trilateral Defense Pact in Riyadh
RIYADH — Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are scheduled to sign a comprehensive trilateral defense agreement on August 7, 2026, formalizing deepened military cooperation among the three Muslim-majori...
Israeli Artillery Strikes Town of Al-Mansouri in Southern Lebanon
BEIRUT — Israeli artillery struck the town of Al-Mansouri in southern Lebanon early Thursday, marking a significant escalation in cross-border hostilities. The attack occurred at approximately 6:45 a....
Israeli Forces Launch Raid on Qalandia Refugee Camp Amid Fears of Extended Operations
JERUSALEM (Aug. 6, 2026) — Israeli military forces launched a major raid into the Qalandia refugee camp early Thursday morning, sparking immediate concerns among residents and humanitarian groups that...
Israeli Aircraft Strike Southern Lebanese Town of Burj al-Shamali
BEIRUT — Israeli aircraft launched two airstrikes against the town of Burj al-Shamali in southern Lebanon on Wednesday evening, marking a fresh escalation along the volatile border region. The attacks...
Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon Leave Four Wounded Amid Ceasefire Violations
BEIRUT — At least four people were wounded on Wednesday following renewed Israeli military strikes across southern Lebanon, escalating tensions just days after a fragile ceasefire agreement was establ...
Houthi Forces Claim Missile Strike on Saudi Oil Tanker in Red Sea
YANBU, Saudi Arabia — Houthi forces claimed Tuesday to have targeted the Saudi oil tanker Wafa with ballistic missiles in the Northern Red Sea off the coast of Yanbu. The militant group announced the ...
Russian Missile and Drone Strike on Kyiv Kills One, Injures Dozens Amid Air Defense Gaps
KYIV — A coordinated Russian missile and drone assault struck the Ukrainian capital early Wednesday morning, killing one person in Kyiv city and injuring 15 others. The attack also caused significant ...
Massive Fires Engulf Kyiv After Large-Scale Russian Missile Strike on Capital Infrastructure
KYIV, Ukraine — Significant fires are raging across the Ukrainian capital following a large-scale missile attack by Russian forces early Tuesday evening. The assault targeted critical infrastructure i...
Trump Sets Deadline for Iran to Reopen Strait of Hormuz or Face Strikes
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump issued a stark ultimatum Monday, demanding that Iran fully reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday, August 4, or face renewed United States military strike...
Yemeni Forces Claim Drone Strike on Saudi Najran Airport in Retaliatory Attack
RIYADH — A drone strike hit a sensitive target at the international airport in Najran, southern Saudi Arabia, early Monday morning. The Yemeni Armed Forces spokesperson claimed responsibility for the ...
Iran and Oman Resume Talks on Strait of Hormuz Shipping Safety
TEHRAN — Negotiations between Iran and Oman are currently underway to establish regulated safe passage for vessels in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, an Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson...
IRGC Vows to Keep Strait of Hormuz Closed Until U.S. Meets Tehran's Demands
TEHRAN, Aug 9 (AP) — The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps declared on Saturday that the strategic Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the United States formally accepts conditions set by Iran r...
Israeli Forces Attack Sheep Flock Near Separation Wall in Hebron Governorate
HEBRON GOVERNORATE, West Bank — Israeli occupation forces opened fire on a flock of sheep grazing near the separation wall west of Idhna early Sunday morning, causing casualties among the livestock an...
Yemeni Forces Fire Ballistic Missile at Hodeidah Governor's Residence; Target Survives
SANA'A, Yemen — A ballistic missile fired by Yemen's Armed Forces struck the residence of a Saudi-backed governor in the port city of Hodeidah on Sunday morning. The target survived the attack despite...
Abelardo de la Espriella Sworn In as Colombia's President for Four-Year Term
BOGOTA — Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in on Friday, August 8, 2026, to serve a four-year term as the president of Colombia. The ceremony took place at the National Palace in Bogota, marking the ...