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3 hours ago

France politics

Israel, Lebanon to extend ceasefire as US-Iran talks stall

World politics

Iran war: World awaits next move after ceasefire extension

fromwww.mediaite.com

US Elections

Trump Sidelined by His Own Aides in Daring Iran Rescue Over Fears He'd Jeopardize Mission: WSJ

World news

Trump announces extension of Iran ceasefire until discussion concluded'

World news

Cloud over US-Iran talks: What are the key sticking points?

3 hours ago

Israel, Lebanon to extend ceasefire as US-Iran talks stall

Trump announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, aiming for peace and cooperation against Hezbollah.

Iran war: World awaits next move after ceasefire extension

Trump extends ceasefire with Iran to facilitate peace talks amid ongoing conflict and global market instability.

US Elections

fromwww.mediaite.com

Trump Sidelined by His Own Aides in Daring Iran Rescue Over Fears He'd Jeopardize Mission: WSJ

Trump's aides kept him away from the Situation Room during a rescue mission to avoid jeopardizing the operation due to his impatience.

Trump announces extension of Iran ceasefire until discussion concluded'

Donald Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, awaiting a unified peace proposal from Iranian leaders amid ongoing tensions.

Cloud over US-Iran talks: What are the key sticking points?

Trump announces new negotiations with Iran amid threats of military action if a deal is not reached.

What is Europe's plan to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

European powers are forming a multinational naval mission to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflicts.

#energy-crisis

Iran war: How big is the global energy shock?

The US-Israel war on Iran has disrupted over 500 million barrels of oil, causing the largest energy crisis in history.

fromFortune

15 hours ago

'The biggest energy security threat in history': IEA chief warns 13 million barrels a day are gone with no cure in sight | Fortune

The global energy crisis is unprecedented, significantly impacting the economy and causing soaring gas prices and flight cancellations.

Iran war: How big is the global energy shock?

The US-Israel war on Iran has disrupted over 500 million barrels of oil, causing the largest energy crisis in history.

fromFortune

15 hours ago

'The biggest energy security threat in history': IEA chief warns 13 million barrels a day are gone with no cure in sight | Fortune

The global energy crisis is unprecedented, significantly impacting the economy and causing soaring gas prices and flight cancellations.

Kidnapped in Iraq

A journalist was violently abducted and tortured while documenting the fight against the Islamic State in Iraq.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Russia says its Africa Corps has freed Russian and Ukrainian citizens abducted in Niger

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting from the ground.

Writing

fromThe Atlantic

21 hours ago

Kidnapped in Iraq

A journalist was violently abducted and tortured while documenting the fight against the Islamic State in Iraq.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Russia says its Africa Corps has freed Russian and Ukrainian citizens abducted in Niger

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support reporting from the ground.

more#journalism

Russo-Ukrainian War

19 hours ago

Russia's oil network takes another hit as drones return for the night shift - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukrainian drones targeted an oil pumping station in Russia, causing significant damage and disrupting oil supply logistics.

#iran

European startups

Could Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?

fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

World news

Iran standoff with US intensifies amid fresh threats and shipping fears - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

23 hours ago

World news

White House Says 'No Firm Deadline' For Ending War With Iran As US Naval Blockade Continues

World politics

International Law Is Being Used to Restrain Iran, Enable US and Israel

Iran blames Trump's blockade for diplomatic impasse as fragile truce holds

Iran will not yield to US and Israeli pressure, emphasizing the need for genuine negotiations without blockades.

Impossible' to reopen strait of Hormuz amid flagrant' ceasefire breaches, Iran says

Iran has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions with the US and Israel over blockades and military actions.

European startups

Could Iran war trigger bigger trade crisis than COVID?

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz reveals vulnerabilities in global energy supply chains, similar to disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and tariffs.

Iran standoff with US intensifies amid fresh threats and shipping fears - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Iran has rejected negotiations, issued threats of escalation, and set red lines for future talks amid rising tensions with the US and Gulf states.

fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

23 hours ago

White House Says 'No Firm Deadline' For Ending War With Iran As US Naval Blockade Continues

Eight Iranian women reportedly facing execution will not be killed after Trump's appeal, though Iran's judiciary denies any death penalty was in place.

International Law Is Being Used to Restrain Iran, Enable US and Israel

Western condemnation of Iran's actions contrasts with muted responses to U.S. and Israeli military actions, highlighting a bias in international law enforcement.

Iran blames Trump's blockade for diplomatic impasse as fragile truce holds

Iran will not yield to US and Israeli pressure, emphasizing the need for genuine negotiations without blockades.

Impossible' to reopen strait of Hormuz amid flagrant' ceasefire breaches, Iran says

Iran has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions with the US and Israel over blockades and military actions.

Russia to block Kazakh oil flows to Germany via key pipeline

Russia plans to halt oil exports from Kazakhstan to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline, impacting a key refinery supplying Berlin.

#lebanon

Public health

Lebanon war puts pregnant women at risk

To stay or to go? No good options for Lebanon's displaced

Residents of southern Lebanon face life-threatening choices amid escalating conflict and forced evacuations.

Displaced Lebanese families return home despite Israeli attacks

Tens of thousands of displaced Lebanese families are returning home despite ongoing conflict and destruction, facing uncertainty about their safety and future.

4 weeks ago

More than one million displaced by Israel's evacuations in Lebanon

Over 250,000 people have fled Lebanon in two weeks due to Israeli military threats and escalating conflict.

Public health

Lebanon war puts pregnant women at risk

To stay or to go? No good options for Lebanon's displaced

Residents of southern Lebanon face life-threatening choices amid escalating conflict and forced evacuations.

Displaced Lebanese families return home despite Israeli attacks

Tens of thousands of displaced Lebanese families are returning home despite ongoing conflict and destruction, facing uncertainty about their safety and future.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

4 weeks ago

More than one million displaced by Israel's evacuations in Lebanon

Over 250,000 people have fled Lebanon in two weeks due to Israeli military threats and escalating conflict.

more#lebanon

UK news

UK hosting countries for talks on Strait of Hormuz mission

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.

Berlin food

As Iran crisis drags on, fears of global food crisis grow

Global food prices are expected to rise significantly due to the ongoing conflict and disruptions in shipping routes.

fromwww.bbc.com

Items found near Israeli embassy are non-hazardous, police say

Counter-terrorism officers are continuing to investigate a video posted to social media on Friday claiming the embassy was going to be attacked with drones carrying 'dangerous substances'.

London

fromwww.nytimes.com

8 hours ago

Trump Says Israel and Lebanon Agree to Extend Cease-Fire by Three Weeks

President Trump extended a cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon for three weeks amid ongoing tensions and violence in the region.

#gaza

Gaza's yellow line creeps forward as Israeli forces expand zone of control

Israeli forces have expanded their control in Gaza, moving the truce line westward and increasing danger for Palestinians.

6 days ago

Overshadowed by Iran, Gaza stuck between war and peace

Efforts for a stable ceasefire in Gaza between Hamas and Israel have made little progress despite ongoing negotiations and unresolved key issues.

Israel Continues to Kill Aid Workers in Gaza Seven Months Into the Ceasefire

The Israeli army killed a WHO driver during a humanitarian convoy, impacting future medical evacuations in Gaza.

Gaza's yellow line creeps forward as Israeli forces expand zone of control

Israeli forces have expanded their control in Gaza, moving the truce line westward and increasing danger for Palestinians.

6 days ago

Overshadowed by Iran, Gaza stuck between war and peace

Efforts for a stable ceasefire in Gaza between Hamas and Israel have made little progress despite ongoing negotiations and unresolved key issues.

Israel Continues to Kill Aid Workers in Gaza Seven Months Into the Ceasefire

The Israeli army killed a WHO driver during a humanitarian convoy, impacting future medical evacuations in Gaza.

Man arrested outside Israeli embassy describes dangerous boat crossings to UK

A man attempted to break into the Israeli embassy in London, claiming his actions were not terrorist-related but motivated by a quest for freedom and human rights.

EU foreign ministers meet to discuss Ukraine, Russia and the Middle East Europe live

EU foreign ministers are discussing Ukraine, Russia, and the Middle East, focusing on the Druzbha pipeline and Israel's actions.

Israeli strike kills journalist after ongoing attacks blocked rescuers, Lebanon says

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon resulted in the death of journalist Amal Khalil amid blocked rescue efforts due to further Israeli fire.

#us-iran-relations

World politics

Hormuz crisis forces Japan, South Korea to rethink strategy

World politics

What are Japan, South Korea learning from Hormuz disruption?

World news

Confusion and threats deepen as Iran-US standoff over ceasefire intensifies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

World news

Iran war: What is happening on day 53 of the US-Israel conflict?

Iran-US war: Four scenarios for what's next as talks stumble

Negotiations between the US and Iran are uncertain as a ceasefire nears expiration amid rising tensions and threats from both sides.

Iran war: What is happening on day 52 of the US-Israeli conflict?

US Marines captured an Iranian-flagged ship, escalating tensions and complicating upcoming talks in Islamabad as Iran vows retaliation.

Hormuz crisis forces Japan, South Korea to rethink strategy

The US-Iran standoff disrupts global oil trade, impacting Japan and South Korea's energy supplies and highlighting vulnerabilities in maritime routes.

What are Japan, South Korea learning from Hormuz disruption?

The US-Iran standoff severely impacts global oil trade, affecting Japan and South Korea's energy security and highlighting vulnerabilities in maritime routes.

Confusion and threats deepen as Iran-US standoff over ceasefire intensifies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Tensions between the US and Iran are escalating amid uncertainty over leadership decisions and ceasefire agreements.

Iran war: What is happening on day 53 of the US-Israel conflict?

Diplomatic efforts to resolve the US-Israel war on Iran are stalled as Tehran refuses to negotiate under pressure from the US.

Iran-US war: Four scenarios for what's next as talks stumble

Negotiations between the US and Iran are uncertain as a ceasefire nears expiration amid rising tensions and threats from both sides.

Iran war: What is happening on day 52 of the US-Israeli conflict?

US Marines captured an Iranian-flagged ship, escalating tensions and complicating upcoming talks in Islamabad as Iran vows retaliation.

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fromThe Local France

6 days ago

Airlines fear jet-fuel rationing due to Mideast war

Willie Walsh stated that an assessment from the International Energy Agency indicated that fuel for aircraft could start running out in Europe in six weeks' time, which he described as 'sobering'.

Europe news

Amnesty International paints a grim picture for human rights

Human rights violations are increasing globally, with perpetrators often unpunished, according to Amnesty International's report for 2025.

Displaced by Iran war: out of Lebanon, into Syrian crisis

When Israeli missiles destroyed entire homes in my neighborhood in southern Lebanon's city of Tyre, we decided it was time to save our lives again. More than 227,549 people had crossed the three official border points from Lebanon into Syria, according to the latest numbers from the United Nation's International Organization for Migration (IOM).

France politics

#humanitarian-aid

Berlin food

fromThe Washington Post

3 weeks ago

Iran's attacks on Gulf neighbors cut off food and medicine for millions

The ongoing Middle East conflict disrupts global humanitarian aid, particularly affecting food and medical supplies to vulnerable populations.

US spending on reckless' Iran war could have saved 87m lives, says UN

$2bn weekly spending on the Iran war could have saved over 87 million lives, according to UN humanitarian agency head Tom Fletcher.

1 week ago

Aid groups bidding to boost relief shipments into Iran

Humanitarian aid to Iran is severely disrupted due to conflict, with recent shipments providing critical medical supplies and support for displaced populations.

Berlin food

fromThe Washington Post

3 weeks ago

Iran's attacks on Gulf neighbors cut off food and medicine for millions

The ongoing Middle East conflict disrupts global humanitarian aid, particularly affecting food and medical supplies to vulnerable populations.

US spending on reckless' Iran war could have saved 87m lives, says UN

$2bn weekly spending on the Iran war could have saved over 87 million lives, according to UN humanitarian agency head Tom Fletcher.

1 week ago

Aid groups bidding to boost relief shipments into Iran

Humanitarian aid to Iran is severely disrupted due to conflict, with recent shipments providing critical medical supplies and support for displaced populations.

more#humanitarian-aid

These are difficult times for the world, so what will Pakistan do?

Negotiations between the US and Iran, mediated by Pakistan, are ongoing and show promise despite significant challenges and remaining differences.

The US exit from Syria, explained

The US has withdrawn troops from Syria after ten years, impacting Kurdish forces and regional dynamics.

fromAxios

Trump rages at Iran war criticism: "Time is not my adversary"

Trump asserts that Iran must never have nuclear weapons and claims his deal will be better than the previous JCPOA.

#afghanistan

World news

Trump officials consider sending 1,100 Afghans who aided US forces to Congo

World news

US in talks to send Afghan refugees to DR Congo

Trump officials consider sending 1,100 Afghans who aided US forces to Congo

The Trump administration is considering resettling 1,100 Afghans who aided US forces to the DRC after halting their US resettlement initiative.

US in talks to send Afghan refugees to DR Congo

Afghan allies face relocation to Congo or return to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan amid ongoing crises.

more#afghanistan

Pakistan seeks to raise its global standing in push for Middle East peace

Pakistan is mediating between Iran and the US to promote regional peace and enhance its diplomatic and economic standing.

Iran war fuels crisis for Africa's aviation sector

"The impact is that it has affected how much African carriers purchase aviation fuel for their operations," Dominick Andoh, managing partner of AviationGhana, told DW.

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fromwww.nytimes.com

Trump Is Said to Be in Talks to Send Afghans Who Aided U.S. Forces to Congo

President Trump plans to send 1,100 Afghan evacuees to the Democratic Republic of Congo amid ongoing humanitarian crises.

US issues more Iran sanctions on eve of possible talks in Pakistan

The US imposed sanctions on 14 individuals and entities linked to Iran's arms industry amid ongoing conflict and potential talks.

Washington DC

fromThe Washington Post

U.S. orders more diplomats to leave Middle East

The Trump administration ordered additional U.S. diplomats to leave Middle Eastern posts due to ongoing security threats from Iran's retaliatory attacks.

#sudan

Sudan refugees returning home face new struggle for survival': UN

Nearly 4 million returnees in Sudan face severe infrastructure damage and urgent needs for investment in basic services and livelihoods.

Sudan war fuels child hunger crisis

The civil war in Sudan has severely impacted children, with over 4,300 killed or maimed and widespread displacement affecting millions.

Sudan war enters fourth year as child hunger crisis deepens

The civil war in Sudan has severely impacted children, with over 4,300 killed or maimed and widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure.

Sudan refugees returning home face new struggle for survival': UN

Nearly 4 million returnees in Sudan face severe infrastructure damage and urgent needs for investment in basic services and livelihoods.

Sudan war fuels child hunger crisis

The civil war in Sudan has severely impacted children, with over 4,300 killed or maimed and widespread displacement affecting millions.

Sudan war enters fourth year as child hunger crisis deepens

The civil war in Sudan has severely impacted children, with over 4,300 killed or maimed and widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure.

Wave of US jets spotted near Middle East as Iran war theories swirl

US Air Force jets are moving towards Saudi Arabia amid a fragile ceasefire with Iran, signaling potential military escalation.

fromBusiness Insider

These airlines are sending special flights to the Middle East to rescue stranded travelers

There is a slow-growing recovery in the United Arab Emirates, which has partially opened its skies and designated "safe" corridors for rescue planes to use. There are a lot of people to move: cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi host large expat populations and tourists, and their hubs usually handle tens of thousands of transit passengers a day.

Travel

US urges contractor to evacuate workers from Kuwait and Iraq over worries of Iran-backed attacks

The US government urged V2X to evacuate employees from Kuwait and Iraq due to threats from Iran-backed militias.

fromFortune

'Tethered to a galaxy far, far away': former diplomats doubt Trump's Iran talks can deliver in time | Fortune

Negotiators face skepticism as they attempt to broker a ceasefire with Iran amid high stakes and internal dysfunction.

UAE reports dismantling of Iran-linked terror' cell

The UAE arrested members of an Iran-linked group accused of plotting terrorist acts amid ongoing tensions with Iran.

#yemen

World news

Cash shortages grip Yemen despite currency stabilisation

2 weeks ago

Yemen's civilians fear fallout after Houthis enter Iran war

Fear of air strikes and rising prices threaten daily life in Sanaa, Yemen, amid escalating regional conflict.

World news

Cash shortages grip Yemen despite currency stabilisation

2 weeks ago

Yemen's civilians fear fallout after Houthis enter Iran war

Fear of air strikes and rising prices threaten daily life in Sanaa, Yemen, amid escalating regional conflict.

Oil Prices Bounce as Middle East Conflict Reignites

Oil prices surged over 5% following U.S. Navy's attack on Iranian cargo ship TOUSKA and subsequent Iranian drone strikes on U.S. vessels.

Trapped between borders and bureaucracy

Amir Ali, a Sudanese refugee, faces violence and hardship while attempting to cross from Algeria to Morocco after fleeing war in Sudan.

Iran war: Evacuation flights ramp up bringing stranded home

Multiple countries are organizing special evacuation flights using military and commercial aircraft to repatriate their citizens from Middle Eastern nations including Oman, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

#saudi-arabia

Saudi Arabia expels Iran military attache, four embassy staff

Saudi Arabia expels Iranian military staff amid escalating attacks and tensions over regional security and oil exports.

Saudi Arabia warns of military action as Iran conflict escalates - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Saudi Arabia warns of potential military action against Iran amid escalating regional tensions and attacks on energy infrastructure.

Saudi Arabia expels Iran military attache, four embassy staff

Saudi Arabia expels Iranian military staff amid escalating attacks and tensions over regional security and oil exports.

Saudi Arabia warns of military action as Iran conflict escalates - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Saudi Arabia warns of potential military action against Iran amid escalating regional tensions and attacks on energy infrastructure.

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Hunger is looming over Yemen, urgent action is needed

Yemen faces its worst food security crisis since 2022, with 18 million people projected to face worsening food insecurity in early 2026, and famine conditions expected to emerge in four districts within two months.

Delayed UK rescue flight due to leave Middle East on Thursday, says minister

A UK government rescue flight from Muscat failed to depart Wednesday due to operational issues boarding passengers, rescheduled for Thursday with two additional chartered flights expected this week to return stranded British nationals from the Middle East conflict zone.

fromIrish Independent

First Government-chartered flight to depart Middle East on Friday evening; Middle East situation is 'major humanitarian emergency', says UN

A government-chartered flight will evacuate Irish citizens stranded in the Middle East from Oman to Dublin on Friday evening, with commercial flights also resuming limited operations.