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Oman, Iran in Hormuz talks
Oman and Iran have agreed to continue discussions aimed at ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, with talks held in Muscat…
US president warns Iran ‘1,000 missiles are locked and loaded’
The United States and Iran exchanged severe threats after a series of military confrontations near the Strait of Hormuz, with President Trump warning of imminent…
NATO’s Gulf security dilemma
NATO members at the Ankara summit pledged additional military support for Ukraine and reaffirmed their commitment to increasing defense spending, while also addressing rising tensions…
Canadian PM’s visit marks new chapter in ties, says Saudi envoy
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney recently visited Saudi Arabia, marking a key step in the ongoing strengthening of bilateral relations following the restoration of diplomatic…
US issues fresh Iran-related sanctions as conflict flares
The United States imposed new sanctions on Ali Ansari and 13 other entities for financially supporting Iran’s Supreme Leader and facilitating transactions for sanctioned Iranian…
Al-Shaibani: Syria-Qatar partnership supports regional stability
Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, visited Damascus to solidify diplomatic relations with Syria and signed an agreement on…
Ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Plans Return, Possible Surrender
Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina announced plans to return from exile in India around December to surrender to authorities and face a death sentence…
Kuwait committed to strengthening international legal frameworks
Kuwait, led by Advisor Alia Al-Sabah, actively participated in the 59th UNCITRAL session, contributing to the finalization of the Statute for the Consultative Centre for…
New York Times Journalists Subpoenaed Over Air Force One Story
The U.S. Department of Justice has subpoenaed several New York Times journalists to testify before a federal grand jury regarding their coverage of security issues…
New Zealand and India Announce ‘Milestone’ Strategic Partnership
New Zealand and India formalized a broad strategic partnership encompassing defense, trade, and diplomacy during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Auckland, marking the first…
IMO ruling strengthens Gulf’s position on Hormuz
The International Maritime Organization rejected Iran’s claim to unilateral control over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, affirming that navigation rights are governed by international…
Syrian president meets minister of state at MoFA
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with Qatar’s Minister of State Dr. Mohammed al-Khulaifi to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in political, economic, and…
Colombia’s president-elect calls for respecting vote results
Colombia’s president-elect Abelardo De la Espriella called for acceptance of the election results and defended the upcoming transition amid allegations of voting irregularities by outgoing…
Amir congratulates president of Mongolia
Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani and Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad al-Thani congratulated President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh on Mongolia’s Independence Day, while Prime Minister…
US Democrat Ro Khanna detained by Israeli settlers during West Bank visit
US Representative Ro Khanna was briefly detained by Israeli settlers armed with US-made rifles during a visit to the West Bank village of Khirbet Zanuta,…
Amir sends condolences to Amir of Kuwait
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, alongside the Deputy Amir and Prime Minister, sent condolences to the Amir of Kuwait following the…
Officials sought ways to sidestep election agency before firings
The White House considered using emergency powers to bypass the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) and enforce voting machine changes before President Trump removed the agency’s…
Trump revives praise for his health after cognitive test
President Donald Trump claimed on social media that he passed a “perfect” physical and cognitive health examination, citing tests taken at Walter Reed Medical Center…
Trump’s promise on Patriots will take time, leaving Ukraine facing tough choices
U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missile interceptors, aiming to bolster the country's air defense amid the ongoing war…
Qatar-Syria MoU on diplomatic training
Qatar and Syria signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost cooperation in diplomatic studies and training following a high-level meeting in Damascus on July 11.…
US extends work permits for Haitians, other immigrants
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services has extended work permits for thousands of immigrants with temporary protected status from Haiti and six other countries, preventing…
Hungary premier ups pressure on president
Hungary’s Prime Minister Peter Magyar has accused President Tamas Sulyok of misusing public funds and is pushing for his removal through a parliamentary vote and…
PM, UAE, Jordan Dy PMs push for de-escalation
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman conducted separate calls with top UAE and Jordanian officials to discuss steps for reducing Middle East tensions through…
US acting spy chief announces new round of staff reductions
Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte announced the start of a third round of staff cuts within the U.S. intelligence community, continuing efforts to…
Malaysians in Johor go to the polls in test of unity for PM Anwar’s coalition
Voters in Johor held a state election that tested the unity of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s coalition amid rising tensions and the independent challenge from…
North Cyprus president hospitalised after falling ill
Tufan Erhurrman, president of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, was hospitalized after falling ill during a public event in Nicosia but is currently in…
Americas pledge to double down on crime at Peru summit
Over 30 American countries agreed to strengthen cooperation against organized crime and other transnational threats at the 17th Conference of Defence Ministers of the Americas…
Arrests hit opposition-run district in Ankara
Turkey’s government arrested 27 individuals, including Çankaya Mayor Hüseyin Can Güner, in a crackdown on the opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) amid allegations of corruption…
White House Directs Patel to Lead Times Reporting Inquiry
The White House assigned FBI Director Kash Patel to lead an investigation into leaks related to The New York Times’ reporting on security vulnerabilities of…
Fury at Abortion Decisions Propels G.O.P. Referendum To Elect Justices in Kansas
Kansas voters will decide on August 4 whether to replace the current commission-based appointment system for selecting state Supreme Court justices with direct elections, a…