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On May 16, 2026, President Donald Trump stated he discussed Chinese cyberattacks on the United States with President Xi Jinping. Trump characterized t...…
Internal friction between the UAE and Iran over regional conflicts stalled consensus at the May 2026 BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting. Brazilian Forei...…
Following a joint US-Nigeria operation, ISIS global second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki was confirmed killed on May 15, 2026. The mission, targeting...…
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in China on May 19, 2026, for a two-day diplomatic visit. Coming shortly after US President Donald Trump’s re...…
The Cuban government has released an official 'family guide' on provincial websites detailing protocols for survival during air raids and potential en...…
A May 2026 study confirms that warming water temperatures, driven by climate change, are sapping oxygen from rivers worldwide. This rapid oxygen loss...…
At 56, Kami Rita Sherpa has extended his world record by summiting Mount Everest for the 32nd time. He reached the 8,849-metre peak at 10:12 am on May...…
During the opening leg of a five-nation diplomatic tour, the UAE committed 5 billion dollars to India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE leadership...…
On May 15, 2026, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the Israeli military maintains control over 60% of the Gaza Strip. This stat...…
BRICS nations have reached consensus on supporting an independent Palestinian state featuring East Jerusalem as its capital. However, the bloc remains...…
President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping concluded a Beijing summit on May 14, 2026, aiming to pivot from rivalry to partnership. Trump described the evo...…
On May 13, 2026, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a clandestine meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, amid the...…
Pentagon finance chief Jules Hurst III reports that the U.S. military’s financial commitment to the Iran conflict has climbed to roughly $29 billion....…
On May 13, 2026, mass protests occurred across Argentina to oppose President Javier Milei's funding cuts to public universities. Milei has characteriz...…
A new U.S. Senate bill seeks to regulate stablecoins by banning third-party interest payments. Crypto firms warn the rule hurts competition, while pro...…
As of May 12, 2026, the World Health Organization and national health authorities have identified eight hantavirus cases among living patients, consis...…
The Ministry of Education has opened the nomination process for the 2026 UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize, which honors groundbreaking integ...…
Beijing confirmed that US President Donald Trump will visit China from May 13 to 15, 2026. Accepting an invitation from President Xi Jinping, Trump in...…
76-year-old billionaire Thaksin Shinawatra has been released after serving eight months of a one-year corruption sentence. He remains under probation...…
Panic and mob violence erupted in Congo after false rumours about 'genital shrinking' spread. The Africa Infodemic Response Alliance, backed by the WH...…
The WHO has confirmed seven Hantavirus infections on the MV Hondius, following the diagnosis of an evacuated French passenger. WHO Confirms 7 Cases Of...…
Islamabad has summoned a senior Afghan diplomat to formally protest a suicide bombing in northwest Pakistan that left 15 police officers dead. Pakista...…
A US admiral confirmed sinking six Iranian small ships on May 10, 2026, following a reported ceasefire violation in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran denied...…
On May 10, 2026, Vladimir Putin announced that the war in Ukraine, which began in February 2022, is nearing its conclusion. The invasion sparked the d...…
Peter Magyar assumed office as Hungary’s Prime Minister on May 9, 2026, following a decisive landslide win last month. The former government insider c...…
On May 8, 2026, US aircraft disabled two Iranian tankers in the Persian Gulf. Iranian officials condemned the move as a breach of the active ceasefire...…
Senator Marco Rubio defended new U.S. sanctions imposed on May 9, 2026, against GAESA, the Cuban military's business conglomerate. Formed in the 1990s...…
Google has agreed to pay $50 million to settle claims that it funneled minority staff into lower-paying roles and retaliated against employees who rep...…
On May 7, 2026, the US Court of International Trade declared the administration’s 10% global tariffs illegal. A three-judge panel ruled that the measu...…
Beijing confirmed a tanker carrying Chinese nationals was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on May 8, 2026. Though the vessel sustained damage, no crew...…
The U.S. State Department sanctioned Iraqi Deputy Oil Minister Ali Maarij al-Bahadli on May 8, 2026, alleging he used his office to divert oil supplie...…
The World Health Organization confirmed a Hantavirus outbreak on an Atlantic cruise ship docked near Cape Verde on May 8, 2026. Two cases are confirme...…
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has successfully mapped the surface of LHS 3844 b, also known as Kua'kua. The rocky exoplanet, which is 30% larger t...…
On May 7, 2026, Israeli forces killed a Hezbollah commander in Beirut. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed th...…
The World Health Organization confirmed five hantavirus cases on the MV Hondius on May 7, 2026, during its voyage from Cape Verde to Tenerife, Spain....…
President Donald Trump has announced a brief halt to 'Project Freedom,' the naval mission in the Strait of Hormuz, pending potential negotiations with...…
On May 6, 2026, the President of Nepal promulgated the Constitutional Council Ordinance. The ordinance enables the government to fill long-standing va...…
China has officially unveiled the J-35AE, an export-oriented version of its fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. Developed by the Aviation Industry C...…
President Trump has ordered 'Project Freedom,' a new US initiative to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for international shipping. This follows attacks...…
The United States government has initiated 'Project Freedom,' a military and diplomatic operation led by the US Navy to ensure the open transit of shi...…
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has released a strategic study recommending that governments elevate lifelong learning to a policy priorit...…
The World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Europe stated on May 4, 2026, that the public health risk from a recent Hantavirus outbreak...…
On May 4, 2026, Japan and Australia expanded their bilateral partnership to secure energy supplies, critical mineral chains, and defence cooperation....…
China has invoked its first-ever blocking order against U.S. sanctions, specifically protecting five major Chinese petrochemical firms targeted for th...…
A US-led maritime blockade has drained approximately $4.8 billion from Iran's oil revenue as of May 2, 2026. The operation, intended to build leverage...…
The Trump administration has officially ended military operations in Iran, concluding the conflict well before its 60-day projected window. This follo...…
The United States Trade Representative (USTR) has retained India on its 'Priority Watch List' for Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) protection. The U...…
The U.S. Mineral Reserve Plan, announced May 1, 2026, will acquire rare earth elements from China. The initiative aims to build an immediate buffer ag...…
India has formally condemned attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Highlighting the st...…
The Ministry of Education has announced the call for nominations for the 2026 UNESCO Prize for Girls' and Women's Education. This annual prize, funded...…
An appeals court in South Korea has increased former President Yoon Suk Yeol's prison sentence to seven years, dating the decision to April 29, 2026....…
Federal authorities have charged a California-based computer engineer for the attempted assassination of Donald Trump at the White House Correspondent...…
Legislation introduced in the U.S. Congress on April 27, 2026, proposes a three-year moratorium on H-1B visas and a minimum annual salary requirement...…
A new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released on April 28, 2026, identifies India as the world's fifth-large...…
Federal prosecutors charged Cole Tomas Allen on April 27, 2026, with the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump. The charges follow a shoot...…
India's military spending reached $92 billion in 2025, securing its position as the fifth-largest defence spender globally. According to the latest SI...…
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a forecast indicating an increased likelihood of a 'Super El Nino' event in 2026. This weather...…
Mali's Defence Minister Sadio Camara has been killed during a series of coordinated attacks by insurgents. The incident marks a severe escalation in t...…
Former President Donald Trump was rushed out of the Washington Hilton ballroom during the White House Correspondents' Association dinner on April 26,...…
Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted, with only five vessels recorded passing through the waterway in a 24-hour cycle as of lat...…
On April 26, 2026, security forces arrested 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen after he fired shots while attempting to breach the venue of the White House...…
Members of the U.S. Congress have introduced a bill seeking a three-year moratorium on the H-1B visa program. The proposed legislation, backed by aide...…
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived in Islamabad to engage in diplomatic discussions regarding US-Iran peace efforts. Araghchi met with...…
Armed terrorist groups launched coordinated attacks in Bamako, Mali, on April 25, 2026, targeting military barracks and the residence of the Defence M...…
The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has been extended by three weeks following a period of fragile reduced hostilities. While the extension aim...…
The White House announced a critical three-week extension to the existing ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon on April 23, 2026. The move aims to pre...…
A new legislative bill introduced in the U.S. Congress on April 25, 2026, proposes a three-year pause on the H-1B visa program. Supported by aides to...…
Diplomats from Iran and the United States are scheduled to meet in Islamabad for a second round of peace negotiations as a fragile ceasefire holds. Th...…
Islamabad has entered a strict security lockdown as high-level delegations from the United States and Iran arrive for diplomatic negotiations. US envo...…
U.S. Representative Eli Crane introduced a bill in Congress proposing a three-year pause on H-1B visas and the termination of H-4 work authorization....…
Delegations from the United States and Iran are set to meet in Islamabad on April 25, 2026, for a second round of talks aimed at a potential deal. US...…
Pakistan successfully launched its high-resolution remote sensing satellite, PRSC-EO3, from a Chinese launch facility on April 25, 2026. Developed ind...…
Voters in the West Bank and central Gaza participated in municipal elections on Saturday, April 25, 2026, marking the first time in two decades that s...…
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a three-week extension of the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah following intensive discussions at the Whit...…
United States Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a decisive result in 'Operation Epic Fury' on April 24, 2026, as the naval blockade in the Stra...…
United States Navy Secretary Phelan was dismissed from office on April 23, 2026, following a similar removal of the Army chief weeks earlier. The Pent...…
Pakistan completed the repayment of a 3.45 billion dollar loan to the United Arab Emirates on April 24, 2026. The move follows a sudden demand from Ab...…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on April 24, 2026, that he has undergone treatment for early-stage prostate cancer. The Prime Mini...…
US Navy Secretary John Phelan has resigned from his position effective immediately, following a reported disagreement with the White House over shipbu...…
Pakistan's military confirmed that 22 terrorists were killed during a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) in the Khyber district of Khyber Pakhtu...…
Iranian commandos executed a high-stakes maritime seizure of an India-bound commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. The action occurs amid a tighte...…
Iran's Revolutionary Guards seized two MSC-operated commercial container ships while they were transiting the Strait of Hormuz. One of the vessels was...…
The European Union has approved a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, following the resolution of a deadlock caused by a Hungarian veto. The agreement coinc...…
The United States Department of Defense has announced the immediate departure of Navy Secretary John Phelan from the administration. Reports indicate...…
The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that an Indian seafarer is safe among the crew of a commercial vessel seized by Iran in the Strait of Hormu...…
The Pentagon has announced the firing of US Navy Secretary John Phelan. The dismissal comes during a period of intense naval activity in the Indian Oc...…
President Donald Trump announced an extension of the US-Iran ceasefire on April 22, 2026, reversing a previous decision to end the truce. The extensio...…
Following a United States Supreme Court ruling that deemed specific trade levies unconstitutional, the US government has opened a window for tariff re...…
Tensions in the Middle East intensified on April 22, 2026, as Iranian forces reportedly fired at two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident occ...…
The Japanese government has formally scrapped most restrictions on the export of lethal weapons, marking a major departure from its post-war pacifist...…
United States Vice President JD Vance is set to travel to Pakistan on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, to lead the second round of high-level peace negotiatio...…
The United States government began a refund process on April 20, 2026, for billions of dollars collected under tariffs previously ruled unconstitution...…
United States Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigned on Monday, April 20, 2026, following an investigation into professional misconduct and i...…
Japan's Meteorological Agency has issued a 'huge' earthquake advisory and tsunami warnings following a 7.4-magnitude tremor off the northeast coast on...…
The United States government launched a historic tariff refund system on April 20, 2026, to return billions of dollars to businesses. This follows a l...…
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has completed the FY 2027 H-1B lottery, reporting a high selection rate of approximatel...…
US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, effective April 16, 2026. This diplomatic breakthrough aims to de-e...…
The United States has ended sanctions waivers that allowed certain countries, including India, to buy oil from Russia and Iran, effective April 16, 20...…
US Senate Republicans, on April 15, 2026, successfully blocked a Democratic-led effort aimed at curtailing President Donald Trump's authority to wage...…
China, on April 16, 2026, called upon Iran to ensure the freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. This diplomatic demarche highlights globa...…
The US has intensified its blockade operations in the Strait of Hormuz, with President Donald Trump sharing a US Navy video on April 15, 2026, to publ...…
The White House has initiated a 'second front' in its diplomatic strategy, escalating tensions with the Vatican as of April 16, 2026. This move, repor...…
A Pakistani delegation arrived in Tehran on April 16, 2026, to engage in discussions aimed at continuing talks amidst the ongoing Iran war. This diplo...…
The Lebanon Army reported Israeli 'acts of aggression' on April 17, 2026, alleging violations of the recently announced 10-day ceasefire. This report...…
The United States has announced its decision not to extend the sanctions waiver that allowed India to continue purchasing Russian and Iranian oil. Thi...…
A Pakistani delegation, led by Army Chief Munir, has arrived in Tehran, Iran, to facilitate peace talks concerning the ongoing US-Iran conflict. This...…
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's security cabinet has convened to discuss the possibility of a ceasefire with Lebanon. This high-stakes mee...…
India's Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, held a meeting with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. The discussions took place am...…
Iran is reportedly considering a proposal to offer free passage for ships through the Omani side of the Strait of Hormuz. This potential move could be...…
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to hold direct negotiations following 'productive discussions' facilitated by the United States in Washington. This dip...…
A United States destroyer has interdicted two oil tankers attempting to leave Iran's Chabahar port, located on the Gulf of Oman, via the Strait of Hor...…
Following tense discussions, the United States and Iran have indicated a willingness to keep the door open for dialogue, with President Trump suggesti...…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could 'throw off course' the global economy, even as it...…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that US peace negotiators are preoccupied with the 'war in Iran' and consequently lack sufficient time f...…
Israeli airstrikes killed four individuals in Gaza on April 13, 2026, reportedly following a new round of ceasefire talks. This military action unders...…
An illegal boat en route to Malaysia, carrying approximately 250 Rohingya and Bangladeshi nationals, reportedly sank in the Andaman Sea. This tragic i...…
Oil prices have escalated significantly, surpassing $103 a barrel, in response to the United States' recent announcement of a naval blockade against I...…
Following a series of tense talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, the United States and Iran have indicated a willingness to keep the door open for future dia...…
Recent talks between the United States and Iran aimed at a nuclear deal have collapsed, primarily due to a fundamental disagreement over the duration...…
Chinese President Xi Jinping has put forth a four-point proposal aimed at fostering peace and stability in the Middle East during a meeting with the U...…
After 16 years, Viktor Orban's Fidesz party has reportedly faced defeat in Hungary, marking a significant political change in the nation. The election...…
North Korea's military conducted tests of cruise and anti-ship missiles from a naval destroyer on April 13, 2026. This action is part of the nation's...…
The U.S. Central Command announced that it would commence a blockade of Iranian ports starting Monday, April 13, 2026. This significant military actio...…
China has officially established a new county named Cenling in its Xinjiang province, strategically located near the border with Pakistan-occupied Kas...…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan issued a stark threat to Israel, stating he would invade the country and calling Prime Minister Benjamin Netany...…
The United States is scheduled to host talks between Israel and Lebanon in Washington D.C. next week, aimed at addressing ongoing border disputes. Thi...…
A Nigerian air force attack, reportedly a mistake, resulted in the deaths of at least 100 people at a market in Borno state on April 12, 2026. The str...…
Viktor Orbán, Hungary's long-serving Prime Minister and an ally of Donald Trump, lost the elections on Sunday, ending his 16-year tenure in power. Thi...…
Hezbollah launched a rocket that struck the remains of a 1,500-year-old Byzantine church in northern Israel. This incident, reported on Saturday, Apri...…
Israel initiated large-scale air attacks in southern Lebanon on April 11, 2026, while trilateral peace talks involving the US, Iran, and Pakistan were...…
Trilateral ceasefire talks involving the United States, Iran, and Pakistan commenced in Islamabad on April 11, 2026, addressing critical regional issu...…
India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) denounced the 'very disturbing' bombing in Lebanon on April 10, 2026, expressing deep concern over mass cas...…
Donald Trump issued a warning to Beijing on April 11, 2026, regarding a possible arms shipment from China to Iran, stating that China would face "big...…
Two US warships successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz on April 11, 2026, for mine-clearing operations, marking the first such passage since the...…
Nizar Amidi became the new President of Iraq on April 11, 2026, a significant leadership change amidst ongoing regional tensions, including the Iran w...…
Trilateral ceasefire talks involving the US, Iran, and Pakistan in Islamabad paused on April 11, 2026, after 15 hours of negotiations, with significan...…
The United States officially denied Iran's claim on April 11, 2026, that an agreement had been reached to unfreeze Iranian assets held in Qatar and ot...…
The first Indian vessel successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz between Friday night and Saturday morning, April 11, 2026, following the declarati...…
Iran has permitted passage through the Strait of Hormuz for the next two weeks under its military management, coinciding with a two-week ceasefire agr...…
China and Russia have vetoed a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution aimed at protecting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The resolu...…
Prominent U.S. lawmakers, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, Ro Khanna, and Chuck Schumer, have called for invoking the 25th Amendment to remove former...…
U.S. forces have reportedly struck military targets on Kharg Island, a crucial oil export hub for Iran, just hours before a deadline set by former Pre...…
The White House has explicitly denied that the U.S. is considering the use of nuclear weapons against Iran, responding to widespread speculation and p...…
Reports suggest that Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is 'unconscious' and incapacitated, receiving treatment in Qom, amidst the ongoing West As...…
The Israeli consulate in Istanbul, Turkey, was attacked by gunmen, resulting in the death of one shooter and injuries to two others in a gunfight with...…
President Trump has threatened to jail the 'leaker' who released classified information about a US pilot rescue mission in Iran, also warning journali...…
A major strike by doctors in the United Kingdom over a protracted pay dispute has severely disrupted National Health Service (NHS) services, leading t...…
Sri Lanka has announced a new fuel subsidy to mitigate economic impacts from the West Asia crisis, which has driven up global oil prices. In a signifi...…
Majid Khademi, a senior intelligence chief of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, has reportedly been killed in recent US-Israeli strikes. This incident mark...…
Iran has launched attacks on energy infrastructure in the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait, with reports of damage to power and water plants in Kuwait. These...…
Iran has officially rejected a US-backed ceasefire proposal, outlining its own ten-point plan for peace. The proposal, which reportedly included a tem...…
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has declared that the Strait of Hormuz will 'never return to its previous status,' a direct response to a US...…
The four-person crew of NASA's Artemis II mission has broken the 1970 Apollo 13 record for the farthest human spaceflight, viewing Earth from lunar or...…
Iran has sensationally claimed a 'uranium heist' as the true motive behind a 'daring' US operation to rescue a downed F-15E aviator. The US rescue, ha...…
Donald Trump's expletive-laden post, referring to Iran as 'crazy bastards,' has triggered renewed calls for invoking Section 4 of the 25th Amendment t...…
South Korea's spy agency has stated that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, can be 'fairly viewed' as his likely heir. Thi...…
Donald Trump has threatened to jail an unspecified journalist who allegedly leaked details of the F-15 rescue mission in Iran, vowing to find the 'sic...…
Germany has introduced a new regulation mandating men of military service age to obtain a military permit for extended stays abroad. This policy aims...…
Iran's Foreign Minister wrote to the UN, expressing grave concerns about potential 'radioactive contamination' following alleged US-Israeli strikes ne...…
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a Tuesday deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening severe repercussions if demands ar...…
Iranian drone attacks have targeted Kuwait's ministries complex building and severely damaged Bahrain's Bapco refinery and other energy infrastructure...…
An Iranian missile has struck an Israeli drone factory in the Tel Aviv area, resulting in significant damage and fears for four individuals reportedly...…
The United States has successfully rescued an airman whose F-15 fighter jet was downed in Iran, following an intensive 48-hour survival and rescue ope...…
China's Foreign Minister announced readiness to cooperate with Russia to de-escalate Middle East tensions, urging an immediate ceasefire during a call...…
Former US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering firing FBI Director Kash Patel, according to White House officials. This potential move is...…
The US Secret Service has launched an investigation into reports of gunfire near the White House, specifically in Lafayette Park. While shots were con...…
Nepal's government has implemented a two-day weekly public holiday to conserve fuel and mitigate a severe domestic energy crisis. The decision, aimed...…
The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel escalated significantly with reports of an Iranian military leaders' strike in Tehran and a projectile hi...…
U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a substantial $1.5 trillion defense budget, coupled with a 10% reduction in domestic programs, to support the...…
US Senator Marco Rubio has revoked the green cards of two relatives of slain Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani, handing them over to ICE for deportat...…
Iran has rejected a 48-hour ceasefire proposal from the United States, labeling American demands as 'unacceptable.' This refusal has led to a dead end...…
Iran has issued a direct threat to bomb the 1GW Stargate AI datacenter in Abu Dhabi, UAE, whose partners include OpenAI and Cisco. This alarming decla...…
A significant shake-up in the US Pentagon has seen top generals, including Army Chief Randy George, ousted by Trump and Pete Hegseth amidst the ongoin...…
Pakistan has vowed to repay a $3.5 billion loan to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) this month, after the UAE refused a rollover amidst the ongoing Midd...…
The potential withdrawal of the United States from NATO, as indicated by former President Donald Trump, threatens to significantly reshape the global...…
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri highlighted that India is the only nation to have lost mariners in the Strait of Hormuz during the ongoing Iran...…
The Iranian military has claimed it shot down a second U.S. A-10 Warthog fighter jet near the Strait of Hormuz, with reports indicating one crew membe...…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that Israel would halt its firing in the West Asia conflict when the United States decides to end the war...…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. military could open the Strait of Hormuz with "a little more time," viewing the strategic wate...…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered tariffs of up to 100% on patented drug imports and announced a restructuring of metal duties, signaling...…
U.S. President Donald Trump has dismissed Pam Bondi from her role as Attorney General, a move confirmed by a White House official. This high-profile f...…
U.S. Army Chief of Staff General Randy George, along with Generals David Hodne and William Green, have been dismissed from their positions. These high...…