Madrid has permanently withdrawn its ambassador to Israel as tensions escalate over Spain’s opposition to U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and earlier disputes related to the Gaza conflict

One member of Iran's women's soccer squad who initially sought asylum in Australia has decided to return home, while others who accepted offers are now in Kuala Lumpur, as officials work to ensure their safety and dignity

The International Energy Agency will recommend a record 400M-barrel strategic oil release at 1300 GMT (1500 EE) to stabilize markets disrupted by the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, as Japan and G7 nations coordinate emergency measures

Russia claims British specialists aided Ukraine in a strike on Bryansk, which killed six civilians and targeted a missile plant, warning it will “take Britain’s involvement into account.”

A bulk carrier operated by Greek shipowner Petros Pappas’ Star Bulk Carriers was struck near Dubai Wednesday, one of three vessels hit in separate incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy and shipping corridor.

Escalating tensions in the Middle East are driving up aviation fuel costs, forcing airlines to increase ticket prices, review flight routes and reconsider fleet management strategies

Washington calls for evaluation of international assistance as millions face hunger and Afghan women remain barred from work, highlighting the humanitarian crisis under Taliban governance

The British air-defence destroyer has sailed from Portsmouth toward Cyprus to reinforce security at UK bases after a recent drone attack on the RAF Akrotiri air base

Police say a person inside the bus may have set themselves on fire, triggering the deadly blaze in Kerzers near Bern.

Taiwan’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian drone order remains on schedule despite U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran, with Taipei assuring no weapons redeployments have been requested.

Antonio Costa linked the war with the conflict in Ukraine, saying Russia was the only winner due to rising oil prices.

The forum’s founder will join a high-level discussion in Baku on regional and global security, highlighting the strategic role of dialogue amid escalating drone attacks and complex minority issue

A U.N. inquiry found that Russian authorities’ forced transfer of Ukrainian children since 2022 constitutes crimes against humanity, with long-lasting impacts on the lives of victims

Ursula von der Leyen warned Europe’s declining nuclear power share left the bloc dependent on costly fossil fuels, while China called for broader international cooperation on nuclear energy governance

A Lebanese-born suspect wanted by German prosecutors was arrested at Larnaca airport, accused of procuring ammunition linked to planned attacks on Israeli or Jewish targets in Germany and across Europe

Human Rights Watch says incendiary munitions were deployed over Yohmor, endangering civilians, amid ongoing Israeli strikes that have displaced hundreds of thousands in southern Lebanon

Authorities reopened the probe into Jeffrey Epstein’s activities after new documents alleged bodies of two foreign girls may be buried near the proper

Donald Trump says Cuba faces severe humanitarian problems and hints at U.S. involvement, calling it a “friendly takeover” or otherwise, as Secretary of State Marco Rubio reportedly engages with Cuban contacts

Leaders from 41 countries, including Greece, gather in Paris to discuss nuclear energy’s role in carbon-free power, innovation, and financing, with a focus on European independence and industrial competitiveness

Tehran says it will halt Middle East oil exports if U.S. and Israeli attacks continue, while Donald Trump warns Washington would intensify strikes if tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is blocked