Iran’s missile arsenal has been heavily degraded by US and Israeli operations, according to former commander Joseph Votel, but analysts warn the country still retains enough military capability to prolong tensions and influence the direction of the conflict

Several Oscar nominees and presenters delivered emotional speeches condemning the escalating conflict in Iran, saying the film industry cannot stay silent. Their remarks drew loud applause from many attendees and renewed debate over the role of artists in global politics

The US-Israeli war on Iran is rippling far beyond the Middle East, shaking alliances in the Gulf, East Asia, and Europe while exposing the limits of American power, straining military resources, and deepening fears over energy security and strategic credibility

Mojtaba Khamenei’s continued absence after becoming Iran’s supreme leader has raised questions about who is guiding the country during wartime, as analysts suggest powerful institutions such as the IRGC may hold real decision-making authority behind the scenes

The global energy crisis is intensifying as Middle East conflict disrupts vital oil routes. While energy exporters like Russia gain from rising prices, many economies face higher costs, inflation risks and growing uncertainty over future energy supplies

Several members of Iran’s women’s football team traveled through Malaysia after competing in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup, while six players and a staff member remained in Australia under humanitarian visas amid concerns about potential repercussions for their protest

Israel has intensified strikes on Iran while Iranian missiles and drones target Gulf states, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. Civilian casualties are mounting, oil infrastructure has been damaged, and global shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz face growing disruption

Mojtaba Khamenei has been selected as Iran’s new supreme leader after the death of his father, Ali Khamenei. The move has sparked controversy over hereditary leadership and raised questions about Iran’s political future amid rising regional tensions

The United States has increased military presence in the Middle East while negotiations with Iran continue. Trump warned a meaningful agreement must be reached soon, as lawmakers debate the legality and risks of potential military action

Rising tensions between Washington and Tehran come as the White House signals both diplomacy and potential military action, with new talks underway and additional US naval forces moving toward the region amid concerns over Iran’s nuclear ambitions

Recently disclosed DOJ documents show Epstein sought relationships with Middle Eastern leaders and businesses, leading to a DP World leadership shakeup and international investor concerns while highlighting his attempts to influence diplomatic and financial strategies across the region

Worker-led refusals to handle Israeli goods have sparked protests, union support, and policy debates across Europe, echoing historic anti-apartheid campaigns and intensifying pressure on governments to reconsider trade relations amid the continuing humanitarian crisis in Gaza