Britain has seized a Russian-linked “shadow fleet” tanker in the English Channel, marking the first such detention by UK forces. The operation targeted the sanctioned vessel Smyrtos during an overnight boarding mission. The move reflects growing Western pressure on Russia’s oil export network. Royal Marine commandos boarded the Cameroon-flagged tanker in a six-hour operation supported […]
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Israel hardens stance on Lebanon strikes
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has renewed calls for harsh retaliation against Lebanon, demanding the destruction of buildings in Beirut’s Dahiyeh district after any rocket fire from Lebanese territory. His remarks come amid rising regional tensions and ongoing indirect diplomatic efforts involving the United States and Iran. Smotrich said that every rocket or drone attack […]
US Iran draft deal: Sanctions eased, Hormuz reopened
A proposed US-Iran memorandum of understanding outlines major steps on sanctions relief, nuclear restrictions, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The draft details suggest progress in long-running negotiations, though officials say final agreement timing remains unclear. The development comes amid conflicting statements over whether a signing will take place. According to a senior […]
Iran seals uranium sites underground
Iran has sealed underground facilities containing highly enriched uranium and mined access routes, according to US media reports. The move increases security around sensitive nuclear material and raises concerns for international monitors. Global powers, security agencies, and nuclear watchdogs could face greater challenges tracking Iran’s stockpiles. CNN reported that Iran recently adopted extraordinary measures to […]
Five killed in Indian Air Force plane crash
Five Indian Air Force personnel were killed after a military transport aircraft crashed while attempting to land at an air base in northeastern India on Saturday, according to officials. The accident involved a Russian-made Antonov An-32 that went down near the city of Jorhat in the northeastern state of Assam. In an official statement, the […]
UAE rejects claims of releasing frozen Iranian assets
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has firmly denied media reports suggesting it agreed to release billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets, calling the claims “entirely false and unfounded.” In a statement issued early Saturday, the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs rejected allegations that funds belonging to Iran had been released, transferred, or facilitated through […]
EU resumes Ukraine membership talks after Hungary lifts veto
The European Union will restart accession negotiations with Ukraine on Monday after member states agreed to move forward following the removal of Hungary’s long-standing opposition. The decision marks a significant step in Ukraine’s efforts to join the bloc and reflects growing European support for the country’s reform agenda. Moldova will also participate in the next […]
Indian Air Force AN-32 transport aircraft crashed in Assam
An Indian Air Force transport aircraft has crashed in the northeastern state of Assam, according to Indian media reports, prompting an official investigation into the cause of the incident. The aircraft, identified as an AN-32 transport plane operated by the Indian Air Force, reportedly went down during landing within the perimeter of an air force […]
State funeral for Ayatollah Khamenei delayed until Muharram period
Iranian authorities have postponed the state funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with the ceremony now expected to take place in late June or early July. Tehran Mayor Ali Reza Zakani confirmed the development, indicating that officials have revised the original schedule as preparations continue. The delay has shifted attention toward new arrangements being made for […]
Pope Leo issues stark warning to migrant traffickers
Pope Leo XIV delivered a strong message to migrant traffickers during his visit to Spain’s Canary Islands, urging them to stop exploiting vulnerable people and seek repentance. Addressing humanitarian organisations in Tenerife, he warned that those who profit from human suffering would ultimately face divine justice for their actions. The remarks marked some of his […]