Southern Lebanon Heritage Sites Damaged by Israel, Minister Says
A crown was blown off an ancient column at a UNESCO-listed site in Tyre, Lebanon, and a pilgrimage site was destroyed in another southern...
Iran and US Escalate Attacks as Both Sides Threaten Further Military Action
Iran launched missile and drone attacks on U. S. military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain after President Donald Trump threatened severe consequences for Iran...
Africa Takes Centre Stage as Addis Ababa Hosts the World Public Summit
For the first time in its history, the World Public Summit will be held on the African continent. On 29–30 July 2026, Addis Ababa,...
Is Matteo Salvini’s Decline Threatening Meloni’s Re Election Hopes?
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's governing coalition is facing fresh political uncertainty as support for coalition partner Matteo Salvini and his far right League...
EU Proposes Extending Ukrainian Refugee Protection to 2028
The European Commission has proposed extending temporary protection for Ukrainians displaced by Russia's invasion until March 2028 while introducing new restrictions on eligibility for...
China, Cambodia Strengthen Security Partnership
Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to deepen security cooperation with Cambodia during talks with Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen in Beijing, underscoring the...
Iran Deal Grants Nuclear Inspectors Access, IAEA Says
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says the interim United States Iran peace agreement requires Iran to allow U.N. nuclear inspectors...
South Korea to Train 500000 Drone Warriors Against North Korea
South Korea has unveiled an ambitious plan to significantly expand its drone capabilities as it seeks to counter growing military threats from North Korea....
UN Halts Hormuz Ship Escorts After Vessel Attack
The United Nations has temporarily suspended its ship escort operation through the Strait of Hormuz after a commercial vessel came under attack near Oman,...
Why Is the EU Warning Turkey Over Cyprus Before COP31?
The European Union has sharply criticized Turkey after Cyprus was excluded from preparations for the COP31 climate summit, raising fresh diplomatic tensions ahead of...