US issues new Cuba sanctions as UN experts warn of ‘energy starvation’
Latest sanctions target military-controlled conglomerate, come as effective US fuel blockade continues.
‘This is my last voice note’: how piracy returned to Somalia and Yemen
Three ships were hijacked near the Gulf of Aden, raising alarms over key sea routes. Is piracy returning to Somalia?
Gulf states urge UN action to ensure Strait of Hormuz safety
Draft resolution demands Iran halt attacks, pin-point mines and ensure passage of humanitarian aid through strait.
Can China help end the Iran war?
Chinese and Iranian foreign ministers meet while a tense ceasefire holds.
Inside the Israeli bloc that could topple Netanyahu
Netanyahu’s rivals unite ahead of elections, but is this alliance strong enough to actually unseat him?
ISIL-linked Australian women arrested at airports
Three ISIL-linked Australian women have been arrested at airports in Melbourne and Sydney.
Israel’s attacks and pressure sowing seeds for division in tense Lebanon
Analysts say Israel aiming to exploit Lebanon’s divisions to force concessions amid military and political pressures.
Brazil’s Lula meets Trump amid efforts to avert new US trade tariffs
Brazilian officials are hoping for the best outcome from the meeting, given tensions over Trump's tariff policy.
Man pleads guilty to Colorado firebombing, groups call for family reprieve
June 2025 attack targeted supporters of Israeli captives in Gaza; Advocates say family of assailant unjustly targeted.
US sanctions Iraqi minister accused of aiding Iran oil sales
US sanctions target Iraq's deputy oil minister for allegedly aiding Iran in bypassing restrictions on oil exports.