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

Gold Extends Fall as Renewed US-Iran Clashes Test Fragile Truce - Bloomberg.com

Gold Extends Fall as Renewed US-Iran Clashes Test Fragile Truce  Bloomberg.com

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

‘Every day it’s more barriers’: how the US is shutting out climate refugees

As the US shuts its doors to most refugees, there’s little hope of a new system to help those forced from home by climate impacts Trump targets migrants from countries hit most by climate shocks Millions of people around the world are having their lives upended by floods, storms and heatwaves worsened by the climate crisis. Those forced to flee their home countries, however, are finding that the door to the US is more firmly shut than ever. Neither US nor international law recognizes enviro...

By Oliver Milman

US bombs Iran’s water facilities: Why that’s so significant

The US struck several sites in Iran, saying it retaliated against the downing of a US helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz

We found 10 patriotic deals in Amazon's America 250 shop — all under $50

Shop Amazon's America 250 storefront for hats, T-shirts, earrings, flags and other commemorative gear celebrating America's 250th anniversary.

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

USMNT World Cup cheat sheet: What to know about the team's key players

Surely you remember most of these guys from the last World Cup! But in case you don't, here's a primer on who they are and what they can do.

By Matt Ufford

Apache helicopter: What to know about the chopper, whose crash triggered latest US-Iran hostilities

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 […]

US-Iran nuclear talks saw progress on key issues before recent strikes - report

Negotiations, according to US officials, have moved well beyond deliberations on the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomats have begun narrowing down on four key issues regarding Iran's nukes.

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 jailed in US for using fake identity to secure job

A Nigerian man, Atuchukwu Onyeanusi, was jailed in the US for using a fake identity to secure a job. Learn more about this fraud case. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-jailed-in-us-for-using-fake-identity-to-secure-job/

By Punch Newspapers

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.

Oil climbs as US-Iran tensions flare again while stockpiles tighten

Oil prices climbed on Wednesday, moving away from a seven-week low touched in the previous ‌session, after the U.S. military launched new strikes against Iran and as market data showed another large draw in U.S. crude stocks.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Trump Envoy Tells Tokayev He Has ‘Friend in White House’

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to strengthening its expanded strategic partnership with the United States during talks with U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gor as both sides highlighted growing political and economic cooperation. “We highly value the opportunity to discuss a broad range of current issues and… The post Trump Envoy Te...

By Fatima Kemelova