Iran has reacted sharply yet cautiously to former US President Donald Trump’s reported proposal to impose a 20% charge on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, stating that if such a system were ever implemented, it would be applied “fairly” to all countries without discrimination. The response comes amid renewed tensions between Washington and...
A South Korean court has sentenced a former president to two years in prison after finding him guilty in a political funding case, adding another significant development to the country’s long history of holding former national leaders legally accountable. The verdict reflects South Korea’s strong judicial approach toward enforcing campaign finance laws and addressing allegations...
Tensions across West Asia intensified dramatically after Iran announced the launch of its military campaign, codenamed “Eye for an Eye,” targeting United States military installations in the region. The operation marks one of the most serious confrontations between Tehran and Washington in recent years, significantly increasing concerns over the possibility of a wider regional conflict....
Global financial markets experienced heightened volatility as renewed military tensions involving the United States and Iran pushed crude oil prices higher while weighing heavily on technology stocks. Investors reacted cautiously to the latest developments in the Middle East, fearing potential disruptions to global energy supplies and a prolonged period of geopolitical instability. The renewed conflict...
False claims surrounding the death of U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham spread rapidly across social media, prompting widespread confusion just days after his recent visit to Ukraine. The rumours gained traction online, with many users questioning whether the South Carolina Republican had safely returned to the United States following his diplomatic trip to Kyiv. Despite the...
Iran has reportedly identified a list of 13 prominent international leaders as potential targets for retaliation, a development that has intensified concerns over the worsening security situation in the Middle East. The reported list includes several influential political figures from the United States, Europe, and Israel, reflecting Tehran’s growing confrontation with nations it believes have...
A devastating fire at a popular nightlife venue in Bangkok claimed the lives of four people and left several others injured, prompting an extensive emergency response and a formal investigation into the cause of the blaze. The incident has once again raised concerns over fire safety standards at entertainment venues in Thailand, where crowded public...
Typhoon Bavi has weakened after making landfall on China’s eastern coast, but authorities have warned that the storm continues to pose a serious threat as heavy rainfall, powerful winds, and flood risks affect several provinces. While the cyclone has lost some of its intensity, weather experts say the large amount of moisture it carries could...
Cuba experienced another nationwide power outage on Friday, marking the second island-wide blackout within a week and highlighting the worsening condition of the country’s aging electricity infrastructure. The latest collapse left millions of residents without electricity, disrupting transportation, communications, businesses, healthcare services, and everyday life across the Caribbean nation. The repeated breakdown has intensified concerns...
North Korea has strongly criticised the recent NATO summit, rejecting calls for its denuclearisation and insisting that nuclear disarmament should begin with the United States and its allies. In a forceful statement, Pyongyang accused the Western military alliance of pursuing confrontational policies that undermine international peace while demanding unilateral concessions from North Korea. The latest...