Qatar has reported that an oil tanker connected to its state energy company was struck by a missile while sailing within the country’s territorial waters, raising fresh concerns about safety and stability in the Gulf region. According to a statement released by Qatar’s defence ministry, three cruise missiles were launched from Iran toward the Gulf […]
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Indonesia has urged all parties involved in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East to uphold international humanitarian law following the tragic loss of one of its peacekeeping personnel in Lebanon. The incident has sparked renewed concern about the safety of peacekeepers operating in conflict zones, where tensions continue to escalate and risks remain high. […]
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Germany has indicated that it is willing to play a role in supporting stability if a peace agreement is reached between the United States and Iran. German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius shared this message during a discussion with Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles, emphasizing Germany’s openness to help safeguard peace if diplomatic efforts succeed. Speaking […]
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Israel launched a series of strikes on Iran’s capital, Tehran, today, according to statements from the Israeli military and reports from Iranian media. The development comes at a time when former U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States is making progress in negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, with reports suggesting a detailed […]
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Iran is “being decimated” and expressed uncertainty about who is currently in control of the country. His comments come amid ongoing attacks on Gulf oil and gas infrastructure that have rattled energy markets worldwide. Nearly three weeks into the Middle East conflict involving Israel and the United […]
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A powerful pro-Iran armed faction in Iraq has announced a temporary pause in attacks targeting the United States embassy in Baghdad, offering a brief window of calm amid a rapidly escalating regional conflict. According to reports, the group pledged to suspend operations for five days, but only under certain conditions. One of the key demands […]
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In a move aimed at easing financial pressure on workers, Iran’s labour minister has announced a substantial hike in the country’s minimum wage—over 60 per cent—according to local media reports. This decision comes months after widespread protests erupted across Iran, fueled by frustration over soaring living costs and economic hardships. The Tasnim news agency reported […]
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Saudi Arabia’s defence authorities announced that two cruise missiles were successfully intercepted and destroyed over an area south of the capital, Riyadh, in what officials described as a swift and coordinated response to an aerial threat. According to a statement released by the defence ministry, the missiles were brought down over the Al-Kharj district before […]
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In the early hours of the morning, two drones struck the US Embassy compound in Riyadh, sparking a limited fire and causing material damage, according to Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry. In a statement shared on X, the ministry said the incident resulted in minor structural damage following what it described as an initial assessment. Authorities […]
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A historic moment unfolded on Thursday as a United Nations Security Council delegation arrived in Syria, marking the first-ever visit by the Council to the country. The visit comes just days ahead of the anniversary of the ousting of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad. According to state news agency SANA, the delegation crossed into Syria via […]
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