Oil Wavers and Stocks Sink After Wave of Strikes Across Middle East

The attacks, which strained a two-month cease-fire between Iran and the United States, were the latest jolt to energy markets.

By The New York Times

Iran says 20,000 people left without water after US hits reservoir tanks

Washington says its jets targeted air defence and radar sites after Iranian forces downed American helicopter

US and Iran exchange fire as Vance says deal could be months away | First Thing

Vice-president says he expects war to end in a week or few months with ‘a deal that is good for US economically’. Plus, get ready for start of Fifa men’s World Cup Good morning. US forces have launched strikes against Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter near the strait of Hormuz a day earlier, and Iran has retaliated by hitting American airbases in the Middle East. The exchange of fire came as the US vice-president, JD Vance, was vague on the possible timeframe for ending ...

By Martin Belam

Apache down, fighting up: What the latest US-Iran attacks mean

Analysts say Iran seeks to deter US patrols on the Strait of Hormuz by attacking its assets across the Gulf.

Most Europeans support increased defence spending – poll

A poll by the European Council on Foreign Relations (ECFR) has found that a majority of Europeans support increased national defence spending and the procurement of European-made weapons as part of strengthened defence readiness.

By Khrystyna Bondarieva,STANISLAV POHORILOV

US midterms could bring ‘renewed volatility’ to China ties, veteran diplomat warns

If the Democrats win control of Congress in America’s midterm elections it could bring “renewed volatility” to relations with China, a veteran Chinese diplomat has warned. “The results [of the 2026 midterms] … are likely to have a profound impact on the stability of China-US relations,” said Bian Qingzu, former secretary general of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries. Founded in 1954, the association has long been a conduit to foster non-governmental exchang...

By Orange Wang

Is Israel spying on US? Espionage among allies has precedent

The Pentagon has reportedly raised the threat of Israeli espionage to its highest level. Both governments officially deny this, but media reports come at a tense moment as the countries continue their conflict with Iran.

Most Hungarians believe Trump has harmed the relationship between Europe and the U.S.

A quarter of them expect the damage to be felt even after the President’s term in office ends. In EU member states, the United States is perceived less and less as an ally, and strengthening their own defense capabilities is seen as a priority.

By Molnár Zoltán

Brazil women shown eight red cards in stoppage time as USWNT win 1-0

The United States women's national team rode a Brazil own goal to a bounce back 1-0 win at the Arena Castelão in Fortaleza on Tuesday, but that became a subplot after a wild final few minutes.

Only 11% of Europeans view US as ally, survey shows

Only 11% of Europeans across 15 countries view the United States as an ally, a historic low and down from 16% half a year ago and 22% in November 2024, according to a survey published by the European Council on Foreign Relations on Wednesday. The findings, released ahead of G7 and NATO summits, highlight Europe’s […]

Trump warns Iran will 'pay the price,' says new strikes remain on the table

China reiterates call on US, Iran to stop escalating tensions amid fresh air strikes

Beijing's reaction comes after US military launched attacks on military targets in response to downing US helicopter

By Anadolu Agency

After Heavy Missile Exchange, Trump Mocks Iran's 'Total Mess' Of A Military As Tehran 'Reviews' Diplomacy With US

After Heavy Missile Exchange, Trump Mocks Iran's 'Total Mess' Of A Military As Tehran 'Reviews' Diplomacy With US As part of what the United States is calling its latest 'defensive strikes' after Iran shot down an Apache helicopter in the Hormuz region, American forces overnight into the early Wednesday hours targeted "air defense, ground control stations, and surveillance radar sites" - the Pentagon said. Iran confirmed that there were indeed fresh attacks around Bandar Abbas a...

By Tyler Durden

US extradites convicted ex-Ghanaian official over $6 million fraud

The United States has extradited former Ghanaian official, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu to Ghana after her corruption conviction, marking the first US-to-Ghana extradition since 2009 and highlighting bilateral anti-corruption cooperation. The post US extradites convicted ex-Ghanaian official over $6 million fraud appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Saviour Imukudo

Nigerian man jailed in US after using false ID to secure job

A Nigerian man, Atuchukwu Markrufus Onyeanusi, has been sentenced in the United States after being convicted of fraud and misuse of visas, permits, and other documents linked to the use of a false identity to obtain employment. The post Nigerian man jailed in US after using false ID to secure job appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

US attacks Iran after helicopter downing in Hormuz

The United States and Iran traded military strikes across the Gulf region overnight after Washington blamed Tehran for the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a wider regional confrontation. The escalation marks the most serious direct military clash between the two countries since a ceasefire was announced in April. Both sides described their actions as defensive while warning that further attacks would trigger additional responses.

Kazakh Aviation Specialists Join US-Led Air Cargo Security Training

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United States are deepening cooperation on aviation security, with Kazakh specialists completing training in New York on cargo risk assessment, aircraft inspections and border security procedures ahead of the planned launch of direct air service between the two countries. Kazakhstan’s civil aviation authorities and specialists from airports in Astana and… The post Kazakh Aviation S...

By Fatima Kemelova