23 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran war live: US bombs Iranian cities again as Hormuz standoff intensifies

The United States has launched another series of bombings on key Iranian cities amid escalating tensions in the region. The attacks come as part of a continuing military standoff i…

23 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Israel Unveils Footage of Hezbollah Tunnels Beneath Beaufort Castle

The Israeli Defense Forces have released a video purportedly revealing hidden tunnels beneath the historic Beaufort Castle in Lebanon. This strategic location is suggested to have …

23 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran Strikes US Military Assets Amid Escalating Tensions

In a significant escalation of hostilities, Iran has launched coordinated assaults on US military installations located in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan. The actions come in response…

23 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Schumer Critiques Trump's Iran Strategy as Flawed

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer has issued a sharp critique of President Donald Trump's approach to Iran, contending it lacks strategic clarity and risks replicating previou…

23 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran Warns US on Strait of Hormuz Control

The Iranian military has issued a stern warning to the United States regarding its intentions to impose control over the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic waterway, essential for gl…

23 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Standoff in Strait of Hormuz Raises Geopolitical Tensions

The escalating hostilities in the Middle East have reignited concerns over the critical Strait of Hormuz. Recent exchanges of fire underscore the fragile state of negotiations aime…

22 Jul 2026 · Americas

America’s decades-old bipartisan consensus on Israel has been shattered

Last week, more than 100 House Democrats voted to cut off military aid to Israel. Though the amendment failed because some Democrats and almost all Republicans voted against it, it…

22 Jul 2026 · Europe - Russia

EU Suspends Methane Penalties Amid Energy Pressures

The European Union has moved to temporarily halt penalties on methane emissions violations for oil and gas firms, a decision influenced by geopolitical tensions and energy supply c…

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

US Continues Strategic Airstrikes Against Iranian Assets

The US military has conducted a series of airstrikes on Iranian targets, marking ten consecutive nights of operations. The strikes targeted key Iranian military command centers, mi…

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

US Pledges Support to Lebanon Amid Regional Tensions

In a significant diplomatic encounter, US President Donald Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun convened at the White House. The meeting underscored America's intent to extend …

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Trump and Aoun Meet Amid Heightened Tensions Over Hezbollah

In a pivotal meeting at the White House, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and U.S. President Donald Trump addressed pressing geopolitical concerns as external pressure on Lebanon to …

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

The Houthis may soon discover the limits of Saudi strategic patience

The Houthi declaration that they intend to block Saudi shipping and vessels bound for Saudi ports in the Red Sea is not another act of revolutionary theatre. It is Iran’s latest at…

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Strategic Impact of Khalil al-Hayya's Ascension in Hamas

Khalil al-Hayya's appointment as Hamas leader comes at a pivotal moment, marked by a fragile ceasefire in Gaza yet sustained tensions with Israel. Al-Hayya, notable for surviving I…

22 Jul 2026 · Americas

Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more

The war with Iran has cost the US some $37.5bn (£28bn) so far - an increase of nearly $8bn since the last estimate in May, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has said. Hegseth told the…

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

US Conducts New Strikes Amid Iran Conflict

In a significant escalation of hostilities, the United States has carried out additional military strikes in the context of the ongoing conflict with Iran. This development arises …

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Rubio Warns of Risks in Iran's Control Over Hormuz

The strategic Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point of potential geopolitical upheaval. In recent discussions with the ASEAN bloc, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio articulated gr…

22 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

US Signals Willingness for Iran Talks Amid Persistent Tensions

The United States, represented by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, has declared an openness to negotiating with Iran, although it questions Tehran's sincerity in diplomatic engageme…

14 Jul 2026 · Europe - Russia

France Prepares Combat Helicopters for Bastille Day

As Bastille Day approaches, the French Army is readying its fleet of Tiger helicopters for a prominent display of military capability. These helicopters, known for their combat pro…

14 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

UK Labels Iran’s IRGC as Terrorist Entity

The United Kingdom has formally designated Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. This decision, announced under new legislation that permits the clas…

14 Jul 2026 · Middle East & Africa

Iran's Ascendant Influence Amidst U.S. Tensions

Iran's geopolitical maneuvering is drawing significant attention as tensions with the United States persist. Tehran's strategy is increasingly seen as a balance between leveraging …