War & Conflict
Ukrainian drone attacks resumed in Moscow hours after a CIA director's visit, marking an intensification of aerial warfare. The strikes reflect Ukraine's expanded targeting strategy and willingness to risk civilian casualties.
Oil climbs on Middle East tensions as U.S. downs Iranian drone
Oil prices extended gains as U.S.-Iran tensions escalated following a drone shootdown and Iranian gunboat approach to a U.S. tanker, with geopolitical risk pre…
HighUK seizes Russian shadow fleet tanker, escalating sanctions enforcement
The UK has seized a Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker in the English Channel and charged its captain, escalating enforcement against vessels used to circumvent oil…
HighIran signals no imminent return to US nuclear talks as ceasefire expires
Iran says it has made no decision on resuming US talks as a ceasefire expires with diplomatic efforts at a standstill. Tehran demands the US return to an inter…
HighUkraine's Long-Range Drone Strikes Penetrate Deep Into Russian Territory
Ukraine is conducting deep strikes into Russian territory using long-range drones, targeting oil infrastructure up to 1,200 miles away. NPR gained rare access…
HighTropas libanesas ocupam sul do país após retirada israelense
Exército libanês ocupa áreas no sul do país seguindo retirada de Israel, enquanto presidente do Líbano negocia com EUA sobre desarmamento do Hezbollah e acordo…
HighTrump Says U.S. Evaluating 45-Day Iran Ceasefire as Tehran Demands Permanent End
Trump announced the U.S. is evaluating a 45-day ceasefire proposal with Iran, calling it significant progress, while Tehran rejects the temporary measure and d…
HighSuspected Insider Trading Detected on Prediction Markets Linked to Trump Circle
Investigators have identified suspicious betting patterns on prediction markets Polymarket and Kalshi, with suspected Trump insider accounts winning 98% of Ira…
HighIran's Strait of Hormuz leverage won't translate to permanent tolls
Despite disrupting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, Iran lacks both legal authority and practical means to permanently impose tolls on transit vessels, e…
HighNorth Korea Threatens 'New Level of Deterrent' Against US-South Korea Military Drills
North Korea denounces upcoming US-South Korea military exercises as nuclear provocation, vowing to respond with enhanced deterrents amid heightened peninsula t…
HighIsraeli forces expel Palestinians from homes during West Bank settler operation
Israeli troops forced Palestinian families from their homes in Qusra village during an operation against settlers who had besieged residents and cut utilities.…
HighU.S. F-15 fighters downed in Kuwait amid Iran conflict escalation
Three US F-15E Strike Eagle jets were accidentally shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses during active combat operations against Iran. All pilots ejected safely an…
HighU.S. Launches Military Strikes Against Iran in Response to Shipping Attacks
The U.S. military carried out strikes against Iran in response to attempted attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and American service members…
HighChancellor Healey signals economic optimism ahead of Budget despite debt pressures
Chancellor John Healey will present an optimistic economic outlook ahead of October's Budget, announcing a £150m fund for northern England firms while facing p…
HighChina Demands Free Passage Through Hormuz as Iran Fee Proposal Roils Markets
China urges unimpeded passage through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran rejects third-party intervention and fee proposals mount, creating market uncertainty over o…
HighChina Deploys Coast Guard East of Taiwan Amid International Tensions
China deployed a new coast guard patrol task group east of Taiwan, continuing military pressure despite international criticism and concerns about regional sta…
HighPutin enfrenta pressão crescente após novo ataque de drones em Moscou
Moscou sofre novo ataque de drones ucranianos, intensificando pressão sobre Putin. Ucrânia ataca refinarias de petróleo e bases militares russas enquanto Rússi…
HighExclusive photos reveal extensive damage at U.S. bases from Iranian attacks
Exclusive photos obtained by CBS News reveal widespread destruction at U.S. military positions across the Middle East from Iranian missile and drone attacks, w…
HighJapan Successfully Launches Defense Satellite on New H3 Rocket
Japan successfully launched its new flagship H3 rocket carrying a defense satellite designed to enhance military communications and operational capabilities.
HighUkraine claims strike on Russian rocket facility tied to satellite network
Ukraine claims it successfully attacked a Russian rocket manufacturing center allegedly connected to a Starlink-style satellite network, marking escalation in…
MediumIran's Supreme Leader Calls for Muslim Unity Against US and Israel
Iran's supreme leader has called for Muslim unity against the US and Israel, according to AP reporting on regional developments.
MediumAtaque israelí a Irán interrumpe negociaciones nucleares entre Washington y Teherán
Israel lanzó un ataque contra instalaciones nucleares e infraestructuras militares iraníes el 13 de junio, en medio de negociaciones entre Washington y Teherán…
HighPalestinians forced to demolish homes or pay steep fees to Israeli authorities
Palestinian families in East Jerusalem face court-ordered demolitions of their homes, with authorities charging them for demolition costs or forcing them to de…
HighVance afirma que negociaciones de paz con Irán avanzan: 'Las cosas van bien'
El vicepresidente Vance afirma que las conversaciones de paz con Irán continúan abiertas y avanzan positivamente, mientras delegaciones iraní y estadounidense…
MediumTrump Suspends Iran Strike but Keeps Military on Alert Amid Stalled Talks
Trump suspended a planned military strike on Iran following requests from Arab Gulf leaders, but kept U.S. forces on alert. Nuclear negotiations remain deadloc…
HighTurquia emite novo mandado de prisão contra Netanyahu por interceptação da Flotilha da Liberdade
A Turquia expediu mandado de prisão internacional contra Netanyahu por interceptação de frota humanitária rumo a Gaza, ampliando cerco judicial contra premiê i…
HighIreland midfielder Knight opposes Israel fixture amid boycott calls
Republic of Ireland midfielder Jason Knight says the Nations League match against Israel shouldn't proceed, joining manager and 160+ Irish athletes opposing th…
HighEU Targets Russia's Drone and Satellite Arsenal in 21st Sanctions Package
The EU has announced its 21st sanctions package against Russia, targeting drone and satellite arsenals alongside energy, financial services, and cryptocurrency…
HighGoethe-Institut closure leaves Russians cut off from German language, culture
Germany's Goethe-Institut closes all Russian branches by September 13, 2026, following tit-for-tat cultural center closures between Berlin and Moscow over secu…
HighLa reconstrucción de Gaza costará siete veces más que todas las anteriores juntas
La ONU, UE y Banco Mundial estiman que la reconstrucción de Gaza requerirá 71.400 millones de dólares en la próxima década, siete veces más que todas las anter…
HighMortgage rates breach 7% amid inflation and geopolitical tensions
30-year fixed mortgage rates in the U.S. surpassed 7% for the first time since May 2024, driven by inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions including Iran…
HighIreland players refuse handshakes, wear black armbands in protest during Israel Nations League match
Republic of Ireland players wore black armbands and refused handshakes with Israel before their Nations League match, winning 3-0 in protest over Gaza actions.
HighLEGO Foundation commits $97M to bring play-based learning to conflict-zone children
The LEGO Foundation committed $97 million to expand the International Rescue Committee's play-based learning programs for children in conflict zones across Eas…
HighIran accuses U.S. of war crimes over strike at wedding near Strait of Hormuz
Iran accused the U.S. of war crimes Wednesday after a strike allegedly killed at least 4 civilians at a wedding party near the Strait of Hormuz.
MediumMinistro israelense pede guerra na Cisjordânia e repetição de operação em Gaza
Bezalel Smotrich, ministro das Finanças de Israel, pediu uma operação militar na Cisjordânia similar à de Gaza e o desmantelamento da Autoridade Palestina, pro…
High161 flotilla activists, including Greta Thunberg, arrive in Athens after Israeli expulsion
Israel expelled 171 participants of the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to break Gaza's blockade, with 161 arriving in Athens including activist Greta Thunber…
HighFrance, Germany deepen defence ties as Europe pursues military autonomy
France and Germany are expanding their defence partnership, including nuclear deterrence cooperation, as Europe seeks greater military autonomy independent of…
HighIndian shares poised for flat open as US-Iran talks, oil prices dominate sentiment
Indian shares expected to open flat as investors await US-Iran peace talks progress, with oil prices near $105/barrel pressuring equities and triggering signif…
HighUkraine strikes oil terminals near St. Petersburg in major drone attack
Ukraine conducted a major drone attack on oil terminals and port facilities near St. Petersburg, demonstrating expanded capability to strike deep into Russian…
HighMali's Military Struggles as Jihadist-Separatist Alliance Expands Across West Africa
Mali faces coordinated attacks from jihadist and separatist groups expanding their reach across West Africa, with allegations of military officer complicity in…
HighOil prices hold steady as markets assess impact of expanded US Iran sanctions
Oil prices remain steady as markets assess the impact of expanded US sanctions against Iran, with limited clarity on potential supply disruptions through the S…
HighTrump Returns to Iran Sanctions as Military Options and Diplomacy Stall
Trump administration shifts back to sanctions against Iran as diplomatic talks stall and U.S. weapon stockpiles deplete, betting pressure will force a breakthr…
HighAustralian military whistleblower David McBride released on parole after 27 months
David McBride, an Australian military lawyer jailed for leaking classified Afghanistan documents, has been released on parole after 27 months. His disclosures…
HighUS and Iran at impasse over peace deal as conditions remain disputed
US and Iran remain at impasse over peace agreement terms, with Washington threatening renewed military action if negotiations fail before November elections.
MediumIsraeli forces kill seven-month-old Palestinian baby in West Bank shooting
Israeli military forces opened fire on a vehicle in the West Bank, killing a seven-month-old Palestinian infant. The incident has drawn condemnation from Pales…
HighBulgaria investigates munitions factory fire as suspected Russian sabotage
A fire at Bulgarian arms maker EMCO's munitions facility is under investigation for potential sabotage, following a similar incident in August. The company sup…
HighRussian Actress Khamatova Brings Ionesco's 'Delirium' to New York Stage
Russian actress Chulpan Khamatova, who fled Russia over opposition to the Ukrainian war, stars in a dark comedy adaptation of Ionesco's work in New York.
HighSeoul court orders North Korea to pay $32.5M for 2020 office demolition
A Seoul court ordered North Korea to pay $32.5 million in damages for demolishing the Inter-Korean Liaison Office in 2020, marking the first time South Korea h…
HighIsrael signs $3.6B defense deal with Greece amid Turkey tensions
Israel and Greece finalize a historic $3.6 billion air defense systems agreement amid escalating Turkish aggression in the Eastern Mediterranean and broader re…
HighTrump cites Gulf allies' concerns in decision to pause Iran strikes
Trump says Gulf leaders' input heavily influenced his decision to hold off on ordering new strikes against Iran, signaling regional diplomatic considerations i…
HighIceland's EU referendum faces 'Brexit moment' as misinformation and AI threats loom
Iceland's foreign minister warns of a potential "Brexit moment" in the country's August EU accession referendum, citing risks from misinformation, foreign inte…
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