Geopolitical
Hezbollah Claims Four Attacks on Israeli Tanks in Southern Lebanon
BEIRUT — Hezbollah announced on Wednesday that its fighters carried out two new drone attacks targeting Israeli Merkava tanks in the border towns of Bint Jbeil and Qantara, bringing the total number o...
Russian strike in Dnipro kills one, injures four
DNIPRO, Ukraine — A Russian attack on the central Ukrainian city of Dnipro killed one person and injured four others early Thursday, local authorities said. The strike occurred at approximately 8:36 ...
Israeli airstrike hits Nabatieh in southern Lebanon
NABATIEH, Lebanon — An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Nabatieh in southern Lebanon on Tuesday evening, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict along the border region. The at...
President Welcomes King Charles III and Queen Camilla to White House
WASHINGTON — The President of the United States welcomed King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the White House on Monday, marking the beginning of a state visit that underscores the enduring alliance ...
Israeli Airstrike Kills Four Near Gaza City Roundabout
GAZA CITY — An Israeli airstrike on a vehicle near the Haidar roundabout west of Gaza City killed four people, including a child, and wounded several others on Monday. The strike occurred around 1:30...
Israeli airstrike in Gaza City kills at least two
GAZA CITY — An Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle strike hit a vehicle in western Gaza City on Monday, killing at least two people and wounding five others. The attack occurred around 1:05 p.m. local ti...
Vice President Vance Questions Pentagon's Iran War Narrative Amid Stockpile Concerns
WASHINGTON — Vice President J. D. Vance is privately expressing skepticism regarding the Pentagon's optimistic assessment of the ongoing military conflict with Iran, citing evidence of depleting U.S. ...
Iraq Shia Bloc Nominates Ali al-Zaidi for Prime Minister
BAGHDAD — The dominant Shia political bloc in Iraq formally nominated Ali al-Zaidi on Sunday to run for the position of Prime Minister, setting the stage for a critical parliamentary vote expected lat...
Israeli Forces Destroy Infrastructure in Southern Lebanon Town
DEBEL, Lebanon — Israeli military forces destroyed critical power and water infrastructure in the Christian-majority town of Debel on Sunday, escalating tensions in southern Lebanon amid allegations o...
Iran Blames U.S. for Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Amid Escalating Tensions
UNITED NATIONS — Iran's Ambassador to the United Nations on Monday assigned responsibility to the United States and its allies for any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, citing aggressive actions and...
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi concludes Pakistan visit, heads to Moscow
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi concluded a brief diplomatic visit to Pakistan on Saturday and immediately departed for Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. ...
Lebanon Health Ministry Reports Casualties from Israeli Aggression
BEIRUT (AP) — The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported casualties from Israeli aggression against Lebanon on Saturday, as tensions in the region continue to escalate. The ministry confirmed the deaths...
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi Travels from Oman to Pakistan
TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi departed from Oman for Pakistan on Saturday, continuing a series of diplomatic movements across the region. The travel itinerary was confirmed as Aragh...
Hezbollah Launches Retaliatory Strikes in Southern Lebanon
BEIRUT — Hezbollah launched retaliatory strikes against Israeli military positions in southern Lebanon on Saturday night, escalating tensions in the region following what the militant group described ...
IRGC Neutralizes Unexploded US Munitions in Zanjan Province
TEHRAN, Iran (April 26, 2026) — Specialized forces of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) destroyed three U.S. GBU-57 bunker-buster bombs and neutralized 9,500 bomblets in Zanjan Province on Sa...
IRGC Warns US and Allies Against Further Military Action in Strait of Hormuz
TEHRAN — The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a stern warning to the United States and its regional allies on Saturday, threatening a forceful response to any additional military operations an...
Hezbollah Launches Drone Attacks on Israeli Targets in Taybeh
BEIRUT — Hezbollah announced on Sunday that it carried out two drone attacks against Israeli targets in the Lebanese village of Taybeh, marking a significant escalation in cross-border tensions. The m...
Evacuations Underway Following Serious Incident in Southern Lebanon
BEIRUT — A serious incident in southern Lebanon has triggered emergency evacuations to major medical centers in northern Israel, with patients being transported to Ziv and Rambam hospitals. The incid...
IDF Jets Strike Southern Lebanon Village
BEIRUT — Israeli fighter jets struck the village of Zotar al-Sharqiyah in southern Lebanon on Saturday morning, continuing a pattern of military engagement along the border region. The air strikes oc...
US Air Force KC-46A Conducts Repeated Refueling Maneuvers in Persian Gulf
BAHRAIN — A United States Air Force KC-46A Pegasus aerial refueling aircraft conducted a series of repeated refueling maneuvers in the Persian Gulf on Thursday evening, according to flight tracking da...
Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi to Begin Regional Tour for West Asia Consultations
TEHRAN, April 24 (AP) — Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to embark on a regional tour to consult on current developments in West Asia, Tehran announced Thursday. The diplomatic mission, ...
Iran Rejects Direct Meeting with US Officials, Proposes Pakistan-Mediated Talks
TEHRAN — Iran’s Foreign Ministry announced Thursday that Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will not meet with American officials Jared Kushner and Jason Witkoff, rejecting a proposed direct engagement be...
Iran, Pakistan to Resume Talks Amidst Regional Tensions
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Pakistani officials are set to resume high-level negotiations in a bid to strengthen bilateral ties, with both sides confirming that d...
Chinese Embassy in Iran Issues Second Emergency Evacuation Order Amid Rising Tensions
TEHRAN, Iran — The Chinese Embassy in Iran issued a second emergency notice on Thursday ordering all Chinese nationals to leave the country immediately, escalating concerns over a potential outbreak o...
Putin, Trump Discuss Iran Nuclear Program in Phone Call
MOSCOW — President Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation Tuesday, during which the Russian leader shared ideas regarding Iran's nuclear program, Kremlin officials con...
Trump Claims Iran Informs U.S. of State Collapse
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump stated Monday that Iran has officially informed the United States that its government is in a state of collapse, marking a significant escalation in diplomat...
German Chancellor Merz Critiques Iranian Negotiation Tactics Amidst Unclear U.S. Strategy
BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Merz has publicly questioned the effectiveness of Iranian negotiation tactics while highlighting the absence of a clear American exit strategy in ongoing diplomatic eff...
Iranian Official Says US-Israeli Aggression Highlights Tehran's Military Strength
TEHRAN, April 26 (AP) — Iranian military capabilities and retaliatory power were demonstrated through recent US-Israeli aggression, according to Yao Wenhe, who stated the actions generated moral sympa...
Israel Issues New Evacuation Orders for Southern Lebanon Villages
BEIRUT — Israel renewed military threats against residents of villages in southern Lebanon on Saturday, instructing more than 20 communities to remain in place and warning 50 others against returning ...
Israeli Drone Strike Hits Southern Lebanon Hill
BEIRUT — An Israeli drone strike targeted Ali al-Taher Hill in southern Lebanon on Saturday morning, escalating tensions in the region. The attack occurred at approximately 7:34 a.m. local time. Witn...