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US Congressman Ro Khanna said Israeli soldiers laughed when they learned they were detaining Americans, including a member of Congress, during an incident in the occupied West Bank. The California Democrat said the confrontation happened…
Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East have renewed interest in how the world’s militaries compare. The annual Global Firepower ranking for 2026 provides a snapshot of conventional military strength by measuring manpower, equipment,…
Iran rebuked President Donald Trump on Wednesday, July 8, after he described Iranian leaders as “scum” and “evil” during the NATO summit in Ankara. Trump made the remarks while defending his administration’s approach toward Iran, saying it…
A cargo vessel sustained damage to its bridge after being hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz region on June 25, 2026, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident occurred around 2:10 p.m. UTC,…
Iran rejected President Donald Trump’s assertion Tuesday that it had agreed to comprehensive nuclear inspections, exposing immediate friction in the memorandum of understanding signed last week between the two countries. Trump said Iran…
Iranian officials have stated that there will be no toll on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, while confirming that vessels will need to pay for maritime services and environmental measures. The announcement came during a foreign…
A suicide bombing on a passenger train in southwestern Pakistan killed at least 23 people and injured more than 70 others on Saturday, according to officials and international reporting. The blast took place in Quetta, the capital of…
Fresh confusion has erupted over the emerging U.S.-Iran peace framework after Iranian-linked media directly contradicted President Donald Trump’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz would “open” under a soon-to-be announced agreement. The…
Even after a major US-Israel military campaign against Iran and ongoing ceasefire negotiations, Tehran has managed to bolster its deterrent power over key Gulf Arab states rather than see it diminished, according to a prominent Israeli…
Iran has ruled out discussing its nuclear program in the first stage of talks aimed at ending the conflict with the United States. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said on Saturday, May 23, that the nuclear issue will not be part…
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned NATO allies on Friday, May 22, to prepare for the worst if Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking at a NATO foreign ministers meeting in southern Sweden, Rubio said the alliance…
President Donald Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will follow his directions on Iran policy and joked that he could run for prime minister of Israel after leaving office, citing what he called 99 percent support in the…
Ukraine has announced that it struck one of Russia’s largest oil refineries and a major oil pumping station in fresh long-range drone attacks, as Moscow simultaneously launched sweeping nuclear force exercises involving tens of thousands…
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel issued a strong warning on Monday, stating that any U.S. military action against Cuba would result in a “bloodbath with incalculable consequences.” The statement marks a sharp rise in tensions between Cuba…
The United Kingdom has marked a rapid transition from testing to live combat use within months after deploying a new low-cost anti-drone missile system on Royal Air Force (RAF) operations in the Middle East. According to a Ministry of…
Taiwan on Saturday, May 16, strongly rejected recent pressure from Washington, saying it is a sovereign, independent, democratic country not subject to China. The statement came just one day after US President Donald Trump, fresh from…
Russian President Vladimir Putin will arrive in Beijing on May 19 for a two-day visit to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping, the Kremlin announced on Saturday, May 16. The trip comes just days after U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped up his…
President Donald Trump delivered a sharp warning to Taiwan on Friday, May 15, telling the self-governing island not to pursue formal independence while expecting American military backing. “I’m not looking to have somebody go independent,”…
The U.S. State Department has announced that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days following two days of negotiations in Washington, as diplomatic efforts continue to prevent renewed escalation along the…
Iran’s foreign minister on Wednesday, May 13, called for the instant release of four Iranians held in Kuwait after accusing the Gulf state of an illegal attack on their boat near the strategic Bubiyan Island. Abbas Araghchi said the…
Hezbollah has announced a fresh wave of attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon. The Lebanese group said it carried out several attacks against Israeli forces late Tuesday, May 12, as cross-border hostilities intensified amid the…
President Donald Trump directed the Justice Department to pursue journalists and their sources over leaks about the Iran war, according to a report published by The Wall Street Journal. Trump handed acting Attorney General Todd Blanche a…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel should phase out its dependence on U.S. military aid over the next decade, marking a potential shift in the long-standing relationship between the two countries. In an interview aired…
Some young Cubans are openly expressing support for possible U.S. intervention as the island faces worsening blackouts, food shortages, and economic collapse under mounting pressure from the Trump administration’s sanctions campaign. In…
