Iran confirmed Tuesday evening the death of Ali Larijani, secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, in an air strike that also killed his son Morteza, several bodyguards, and Alireza Bayat, the council’s deputy secretary for security affairs. The council’s secretariat announced the deaths in an official statement, describing Larijani in terms reserved for those […]

Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis called for de-escalation and a diplomatic solution to the conflict in the Middle East during joint statements with his German counterpart Johann Wadephul in Berlin on Tuesday. Speaking next to his German host and colleague during a press conference, Gerapetritis reiterated that Greece’s priorities remained ensuring the safety of Greek […]

Weak public investment, energy disruptions, and high debt expose Congo to financial strain, while regional credit markets tighten and refinancing costs soar

Iran has rejected proposals that would lead to a relaxation of tensions, instead demanding that Israel and the US must be “brought to their knees”

World Food Programme warns ongoing conflict may worsen food insecurity, with soaring costs pushing global hunger past record levels.

Joe Kent, the director of the National Counterterrorism Center has quit, saying Iran posed no imminent threat. He urged Presiden Trump to reverse course, marking the first major departure from the administration over the conflict

Move aligns with International Energy Agency plans to ease supply shortages caused by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, with phased releases set to begin within 15 days

Afghanistan reports over 400 dead in alleged Pakistani air strike, while Islamabad rejects claims and stresses military targets; UN and regional powers urge calm amid escalating tensions

The U.N. Fact-Finding Mission investigates a missile attack on Shajareh Tayyebeh School that killed 168 children, mostly girls, at the start of U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iran, with preliminary reports pointing to possible U.S. responsibility

According to Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, an Israeli strike killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s security chief. Tehran has not confirmed yet whether he was killed

Greek Foreign Minister stresses the need for a durable, multilateral approach to ensure free and safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid disruptions from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran

Britain and Ukraine will collaborate to sell drone technology abroad, boost AI for military use, and strengthen Kyiv’s defense capabilities, as European leaders stress continued support despite rising Middle East tensions.

Cuba faces a nationwide electricity collapse amid U.S.-imposed oil sanctions, while Trump escalates rhetoric, claiming he can “do anything” with the island as talks with Washington continue under tense conditions.

Iran targets U.S. allies in the Gulf, closing the Strait of Hormuz and hitting military bases, oil hubs, and infrastructure, while Trump insists he was “shocked,” even though U.S. intelligence had predicted regional retaliation

Bipartisan lawmakers call for action over the reported deployment of Turkish fighter jets in northern Cyprus, with appeals for sanctions and international response intensifying

As the war between Iran and the US-Israeli alliance enters its 3rd week, U.S. President Donald Trump finds himself in a precarious position, as one after another, his European and Asia Pacific allies are refusing to get involved in any military action to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.   Spain said on Monday it […]

The UN investigation finds Israel intentionally targeted Evin Prison, killing civilians, and warns current U.S.-Israeli strikes could increase repression and put detainees at risk.

UN climate chief warns Europe’s reliance on imported oil and gas fuels insecurity and price volatility, calling for urgent shift to renewable energy to shield economies from geopolitical shocks

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel ​Barrot said on Monday that ‌the European Union would be imposing sanctions on nine individuals accused of war ​crimes connected to the ​April 2022, Bucha killings in Ukraine

Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Britain and its partners are developing a collective plan to restore freedom of navigation in the key energy route, warning that reopening the strait will not be easy.