A first group of 12 deportees from the US arrives in Uganda, lawyers say - AP News

A first group of 12 deportees from the US arrives in Uganda, lawyers say  AP News

Ros Atkins on…the cost of the Iran war

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins takes a closer look at US costs as it continues its war with with Iran.

Mortgage Rates Climb for 5th Week as Iran War Weighs on U.S. Housing Market

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the United States jumped to 6.46 percent, making it harder for buyers to afford homes.

By Gregory Schmidt

US Mortgage Rates Rise for Fifth Week, Sending 30-Year to 6.46% - Bloomberg.com

US Mortgage Rates Rise for Fifth Week, Sending 30-Year to 6.46%  Bloomberg.com

UK drug exports to US spared tariffs under deal critics say will cost NHS billions

‘Partnership’ on drug pricing also gives patients in Britain greater access to potentially life-extending treatments British drug exports to the United States will escape tariffs imposed by Donald Trump as part of a controversial UK-US medicines deal that critics fear will mean less money for the NHS. The deal will also give patients in Britain greater access to potentially life-extending drugs because the rules have been relaxed to allow the NHS to pay more for particular treatments. Conti...

By Denis Campbell Health policy editor

Legal groups condemn arrival of a dozen deportees from US to Uganda

Advocates in Uganda described the deportation as an act of 'transnational repression' and pledged to fight the process.

Fatal drug combination sparks alert as 'rhino tranq’ spreads across US

The CDC and White House issued a health advisory about medetomidine, a deadly veterinary sedative known as rhino tranq, found in illegal fentanyl.

How East Asia is being quietly reordered by the US war on Iran

A month into the Iran war, Washington still says it expects to achieve its objectives in weeks, not months. That may prove optimistic. The terms on offer from the United States and Iran barely overlap, and markets remain unconvinced a durable settlement is close. But one fact is clear: the war’s most consequential effects may be felt not only in the Middle East but across East Asia. It would be a mistake to see this as only an oil story. It is also about hierarchy. In East Asia, the war is...

By Hao Nan

Iran's military warns of crushing attacks until adversaries' 'surrender'

Tehran will ​press on with the Middle ​East war until the United States and Israel face "permanent regret ​and ‌surrender", the ⁠spokesperson of its armed forces' unified ‌command said on Thursday, according ⁠to the semi-official Tasnim news agency. The threat followed comments ​by US President ‌Donald Trump that Washington would hit Iran "extremely hard" within weeks, although ‌Iran was "essentially decimated" with the ​United States on track to achieve its military objectives.

By FRANCE24

Mortgage rates rise for the fifth week in a row. Here’s how much more homebuyers are paying since the Iran war started.

Just before the start of fighting in the Middle East, mortgage rates had dropped to their lowest level since 2022, with the 30-year rate at 5.98% on Feb. 26, Freddie Mac data show.

By Andrew Keshner

Dacic discusses bilateral relations with Lavrov

Serbian Foreign Minister Ivica Dacic discussed the development of bilateral relations with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, a press release said

US to expand military presence in Greenland months after Trump threats to take over territory

Plans include the expansion of ports, airfields and ‘more options’ for the president should he need them

By Maira Butt

Zelenskyy's Message To The US Over Conflict In Iran: 'End This War AS Quick As Possible'

Canada should expect ‘hostility’ with U.S. trade talks less than three months away, trade analysts say

Greer told Fox Business that Canada was behind Mexico on discussions, citing provincial bans on U.S. alcohol as a non-starter for negotiations

By Jordan Gowling

Nuclear icebreakers & submarines: How Russia, China aim to shatter US hold on global trade

The Arctic is emerging as a critical new maritime highway, driven by Russia and China's strategic investments in infrastructure and icebreaker fleets. This development offers shorter trade routes between Asia and Europe, challenging traditional chokepoints and reshaping global power dynamics as the US plays catch-up.

By Ayush Pandey

After Ukraine, Iran war further supercharges marine drone revolution

DEFENCE-DRONES/:After Ukraine, Iran war further supercharges marine drone revolution

‘7 million Iranians ready to fight US’: Iran speaker’s new warning to Trump

Mindef confirms Singapore buying rocket system, related equipment from the US - straitstimes.com

Mindef confirms Singapore buying rocket system, related equipment from the US  straitstimes.com

US reaffirms support for Pakistan’s economic reform agenda

US Charge d’Affaires to Pakistan Natalie Baker on Thursday reaffirmed the country’s support for the Pakistan’s economic reform agenda, according to a statement issued by the finance ministry. The development came as Baker met with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb at the Finance Division. “Baker reaffirmed US support for Pakistan’s economic reform agenda and appreciated the government’s efforts to stabilise the economy under challenging circumstances,” the ministry said on the social media ...

By none@none.com (News Desk)

Is Iran Charging Toll From Ships Crossing Hormuz? What India Said

The statement came from Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal during a briefing in the national capital on Thursday.

CNA Explains: How the Iran war might reshape Asia’s energy playbook

As energy supplies tighten and prices rise, the region faces the fallout of its reliance on imported fossil fuels from the Middle East.

Weatherford proposes redomestication to U.S., Texas as legal domicile

US fuels fear of prolonged conflict in Middle East - China Daily - Global Edition

US fuels fear of prolonged conflict in Middle East  China Daily - Global Edition

Austria rejects US request to use its airspace for Iran-related military operations

Ministry spokesperson says there were 'several' requests from Washington

By Anadolu Agency

Vietnam welcomes, supports Cuba-US dialogue

Vietnam welcomes and supports Cuba and the U.S. engaging in dialogue to seek solutions to differences in their bilateral relations, based on respect for independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and fundamental principles of international law.

Austria blocks US military overflights to Mideast, citing neutrality

Austria has denied all U.S. military overflight requests to the Middle East since the outbreak of the Iran war, a Defense Ministry spokesperson said Thursday, underscoring Vienna’s...

Kellogg calls for new defense alliance which may include Ukraine

Retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg has called on the United States to create a new defense alliance that could include Ukraine, citing NATO’s ineffectiveness in the war with Iran.

X Ceramics Group Makes History at Coverings 2026, US - Dhaka Tribune

X Ceramics Group Makes History at Coverings 2026, US  Dhaka Tribune

Iraq reaffirms neutrality after US warning of possible attacks - rudaw.net

Iraq reaffirms neutrality after US warning of possible attacks  rudaw.net

US embassy in Baghdad warns of attacks in city - Kuwait Times

US embassy in Baghdad warns of attacks in city  Kuwait Times