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Demonstrators demand increased electricity supply as unrest intensifies in the Iraqi city, highlighting the severity of the nation’s persistent energy infrastructure failures.

Fresh ballistic missile and drone attacks launched against Yemen’s strategic al-Makha port mark a renewed phase of hostilities in the region, with Houthi officials citing Saudi military reinforcement as justification for the operation.

The suspected crime figure was transferred from the United Arab Emirates to Ireland, marking a significant development in cross-border law enforcement cooperation.

Analysts warn that the recruitment of senior officials by political parties risks undermining institutional democracy as the nation prepares for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.

Yemen’s Houthi forces launched a second wave of missile and drone strikes on the Red Sea port of al-Makha on Sunday evening, killing at least 11 people and wounding 32. The assault, occurring less than 24 hours after an earlier barrage, caused extensive damage to commercial infrastructure and triggered an assassination attempt on the government-appointed governor of Hodeidah.

US Air Force jets scramble to divert two aircraft while the President is present at Bedminster estate

New data from the syndicate’s Freedoms Committee details a pattern of obstruction and violence against media workers, adding to a cumulative death toll of more than 270 journalists since October 2023.

Reporter Ava Warriner outlines the drivers behind the unfolding instability in the territory.

The Israeli government has formally rejected a 15-point peace plan endorsed by Hamas, citing the need for complete disarmament. The move underscores growing political tensions within Israel and diverges from recent diplomatic breakthroughs announced by the White House.

Berlin plans to expand federal counter-drone units and bases as suspicious aerial incidents across Europe raise security concerns, with Moscow dismissing allegations as fabricated provocations.

Observers note the decision signals a hardening of Israel’s stance on security and control, with Palestinian sources stating there is now no clear path to peace.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has declared the Strait of Hormuz a theatre of war, refusing to reopen the waterway until Washington meets specific conditions, while Saudi Arabia fortifies its security architecture through a new alliance with Turkey and Pakistan.

A delegation from the group The Elders has concluded that Israeli policy aims to eliminate Palestine physically, economically, culturally, and politically, following a visit to the occupied territories.

The Democratic Republic of the Congo government has released 15 detainees to the Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group, a move facilitated by Qatar’s mediation. While the handover signals a potential shift in the long-running conflict, analysts remain cautious about whether the mechanism can address the root causes of the violence.

The agreement stipulates that an armed attack on any signatory will be considered an attack on all, raising questions about the future of US influence in West Asia.

Residents in the town of Soller took to the streets on Saturday to voice opposition to the scale of tourism, according to Al Jazeera Global News.

The arrest marks the latest development in Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s governance reforms, occurring days after the ruling coalition reaffirmed its support for the crackdown on graft.

Italian player’s exit from the Masters 1000 event follows earlier decision to skip Montreal, compounding concerns for the final Grand Slam of the season.

Over 200 firefighters and aerial support are battling an out-of-control fire in southern France that has displaced residents in La Tieule, highlighting the strain on emergency services across the continent.

Demi Vollering won the final stage in Nice to secure her second Tour de France Femmes title, finishing ahead of Poland’s Kasia Niewiadoma and Italy’s Elisa Longo Borghini.

US Representative Ed Case and Governor Josh Green defeat primary opponents, highlighting ongoing ideological tensions within the Democratic Party as they prepare to face Republican challengers in November.

A diplomatic rift deepens between Washington and Jerusalem as Benjamin Netanyahu halts progress on a 15-point proposal promoted by President Donald Trump.

President Isaac Herzog warns against crossing “red lines” while opposition and coalition members alike question the Central Elections Committee’s independence and funding.

US missile interceptor inventories have fallen by at least 65 per cent, prompting urgent calls for faster delivery schedules despite a stalled defence spending bill in Congress.

The agreement, announced by Syria’s Foreign Ministry, converts remaining Russian military facilities into joint training centres, marking a significant shift in relations following the ouster of Bashar Assad.

With 200,000 residents in pre-famine conditions, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs cautions that lingering hunger effects and a reliance on basic staples are undermining recovery efforts in Gaza.

An engineer based in Gaza has constructed animal shelters using empty cans, according to a report by Al Jazeera Global News.

Estimates of North Korean soldiers in Russia have jumped from 30,000 to 50,000, prompting calls for a 'Drone Deal' and enhanced air defence cooperation with Seoul.

Iran has set out strict requirements for Washington, including the removal of a naval blockade and financial reparations, as a separate track of diplomacy with Oman progresses regarding the management of the strategic waterway.

Daniel Kinahan arrives in Dublin on government jet, transported in newly acquired bulletproof van amid significant Defence Forces presence.

Statistical Centre of Iran data reveals soaring prices for staples, leaving middle-class families describing themselves as ‘the wealthy poor’ amid successive conflicts.

Masoud Barzani has publicly stated that Iraqi Kurdistan desires peace, a declaration released against a backdrop of rising regional tensions, though specific diplomatic details remain unclear.

Reciprocal attacks on residential areas and border regions have left multiple dead and injured across both nations, highlighting the continued targeting of civilian infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict.

Tehran’s Revolutionary Guards link waterway reopening to US concessions, escalating regional tensions following the US-Israeli diplomatic clash over the 15-point proposal.

Abuja organises series of ceremonies as part of effort to alleviate economic pressure associated with nuptials.

Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli describes the find near Mazara del Vallo as one of the most significant underwater archaeological discoveries in recent years

The Mecca Joint Deterrence Agreement introduces a collective security clause, but Cairo’s participation remains uncertain due to conflicting treaty obligations and threat perceptions.

Reports indicate that ongoing indirect diplomatic exchanges between Washington and Tehran are failing to achieve clarity, with both sides reportedly talking past each other.

Abelardo de la Espriella reaffirms hard-line security stance following attacks that wound two and kill a police officer, just 24 hours after his inauguration.

Internal documents reveal serious procedural gaps in the handling of child sexual abuse cases, prompting high-level government scrutiny.

Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses the 15-point proposal as containing unacceptable elements, citing fictitious disarmament claims and facing demands from far-right allies ahead of elections.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Moscow of waging a systematic war on global food security following a major assault on Odesa’s grain export hub.

The Yemeni army has cautioned Houthi forces after a series of attacks increased the likelihood of broader regional instability, according to Al Jazeera.