Severe tropical storm Jangmi swept across Japan on Wednesday, bringing heavy rainfall, strong winds and widespread disruption to transportation, businesses and public services, while leaving nearly 60,000 households without electricity. Read More: Nearly 600,000 advised to evacuate as storm Krosa makes landfall According to Japan’s Meteorological Agency, the centre of the storm was located about 150 kilometres […]
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US weighs new tariffs on major trading partners
The United States (US) is considering imposing additional import tariffs of at least 10 per cent on a range of major trading partners as part of a broader effort to address concerns related to forced labour and trade practices. Read More: US proposes tariffs on Pakistan over labour concerns According to international media reports, the proposed measures would […]
Ukrainian drones target Saint Petersburg during economic forum
Ukrainian drones struck energy and military facilities in Saint Petersburg early Wednesday, coinciding with the opening of Russia’s flagship economic forum and highlighting the continued reach of the conflict beyond frontline areas. Read More: Ukraine drone strikes hit Kursk nuclear plant and Russian fuel hub According to Russian officials, several infrastructure sites were damaged in the […]
Kuwait suspends flights after reported drone strike
Kuwait has suspended air traffic at its main international airport after authorities reported that an Iranian drone strike targeted a passenger terminal, causing injuries and damage to airport infrastructure. Read More: Iran US tensions rise after Gulf attacks According to Kuwaiti officials, the attack struck Terminal One at Kuwait International Airport on Wednesday, prompting an immediate […]
US disables tanker accused of violating Iran blockade
The United States (US) military says it has disabled another tanker accused of violating a US-imposed blockade on Iranian ports, marking the latest escalation in tensions linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Read More: US blockade still in place despite Trump’s announcement According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the […]
Iran US tensions rise after Gulf attacks
Hostilities between Iran and the United States escalated once again on Wednesday after Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed attacks on US military-linked targets in the Gulf region, while Washington said the strikes were either intercepted or failed to reach their intended objectives. Read More: Iran’s Supreme Leader warns Gulf nations over US bases According to Iranian state media, the […]
Trump rejected reports claiming that US and Iran talks have ended
US President Donald Trump has rejected reports claiming that negotiations between the United States (US) and Iran have ended, insisting that discussions between the two sides are continuing despite ongoing tensions and uncertainty over a potential agreement. Read More: Trump confirms Iran talks ongoing — but remains unsure of result In a statement posted, Trump described reports suggesting […]
Rubio signals hope for Iran deal amid nuclear demands
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed optimism that a diplomatic agreement with Iran could be reached, but stressed that Tehran must significantly scale back its nuclear programme before any sanctions relief can be considered. Read More: Rubio says Iran response needed today Speaking before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Tuesday, Rubio said negotiations remain active […]
Report claims Trump rebuked Netanyahu over Lebanon
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump reportedly had a heated telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel’s military escalation in Lebanon, according to a report published by Axios citing unnamed US officials and sources familiar with the call. Read More: Netanyahu vows Lebanon operations will continue The report claimed that Trump strongly criticised Netanyahu’s handling of […]
Russian drones and missiles strikes kill 10 across Ukraine
KYIV: Russian drones and missiles struck several Ukrainian cities in a large-scale overnight assault on Tuesday, killing at least 10 people and injuring around 100 others, according to Ukrainian officials. Read More: Russia unleashes massive missile and drone assault on Ukraine The attacks targeted major urban centres, including Kyiv and Dnipro, following warnings from Ukrainian authorities that Russia could launch a […]