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
All six crew members aboard a US military KC-135 refuelling aircraft have been confirmed dead after the plane crashed in western Iraq during a combat mission, as military officials investigate the incident amid rising regional tensions
As demonstrations sweep Iran, opposition leader Reza Pahlavi calls for targeted action against the Revolutionary Guard, tougher economic pressure and restored internet access to support protesters demanding an end to clerical rule
Iran faces its deadliest unrest in years after a rights group reported more than 500 deaths in nationwide protests. As security forces intensify their crackdown, Tehran has warned the US and Israel against intervention, raising fears of regional escalation
Iranians staged massive demonstrations in Tehran, Mashhad, and other cities amid a currency collapse, chanting against the clerical establishment and enduring nationwide internet blackouts, marking the largest opposition mobilization in years
Iran will now attend the World Cup draw in Washington after resolving a visa row with the United States. The reversal follows days of political tension, with coach Amir Ghalenoei and select officials receiving clearance to travel
Tehran has refused IAEA inspections at bombed nuclear facilities, insisting on a new agreement before granting access. The move follows the Iran-Israel conflict, snapback sanctions, and stalled nuclear negotiations with both Washington and Europe
After halting operations over a decade ago due to security concerns, Algeria’s Sonatrach has restarted exploratory drilling in Libya’s Ghadames Basin near the Wafa Field
Israeli jets carried out heavy airstrikes in Lebanon’s southern and eastern regions, reportedly targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. The attacks killed at least one person and shattered months of relative calm under a fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah
Gaza’s devastation runs deep, with homes, hospitals, and schools destroyed beyond repair. As rebuilding costs soar to $70 billion, international donors, regional powers, and humanitarian agencies struggle to determine who will shoulder the financial and political burden
Tears, cheers, and national relief filled Israel as 20 hostages returned home after more than two years in Hamas captivity, following a fragile ceasefire that offers a glimmer of hope amid decades of mistrust and violence between Israel and Gaza
Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire under Donald Trump’s Gaza peace initiative. The deal includes a hostage-prisoner exchange and troop withdrawal, sparking celebrations in Gaza and Tel Aviv despite ongoing uncertainty about Gaza’s post-war governance
Arab and Muslim foreign ministers endorsed Hamas’ willingness to support Trump’s Gaza peace initiative, calling for immediate ceasefire, humanitarian access, and a path toward Palestinian unity and two-state solution, while stressing Israel’s withdrawal and Gaza’s rebuilding under a secure framework
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
All six crew members aboard a US military KC-135 refuelling aircraft have been confirmed dead after the plane crashed in western Iraq during a combat mission, as military officials investigate the incident amid rising regional tensions
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
