Beijing emphasizes economic growth and technology leadership amid global uncertainty BEIJING — While global attention remains fixed on the Middle East conflict, China has pushed forward with its annual National People’s Congress, underlining its role as a stabilizing force for the world economy and technology leadership. The focus of this year’s gathering is not just…
Seven people dead in central Beirut as Israel and Hezbollah exchange missiles during escalating Middle East conflict Beirut, Lebanon — At least seven people were killed in a strike on central Beirut’s seafront early Thursday, according to Lebanese authorities. The attack came amid intensified exchanges between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah, marking the third major…
Ukraine war influence on Hungary election politics 2026 sparks political accusations and campaign tension ahead of Hungary’s parliamentary vote. Political tensions in Hungary are intensifying as the upcoming parliamentary election approaches, with the ongoing war in Ukraine becoming a major issue in the national debate. Leaders from both countries are trading accusations while political campaigns…
Strait of Hormuz ships attacked by unknown projectiles, raising maritime risks and affecting global oil shipments Maritime authorities have confirmed that three more vessels were struck by unidentified projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday. This incident increases the total number of ships affected in the region since the recent Iran conflict to at…
Spain removes ambassador to Israel diplomatic shift as Madrid replaces ambassador with chargé d’affaires in Tel Aviv embassy Spain has taken a significant diplomatic step by removing its ambassador from Israel, a move that signals a change in how Madrid is currently managing its diplomatic relations with the country. Instead of a full ambassador, Spain’s…
Sri Lanka Court Hands Iranian Sailors Bodies to Iran Embassy Colombo — A court in Sri Lanka has ruled that the remains of 84 Iranian sailors who died in an attack on an Iranian naval vessel near the island’s waters should be transferred to the Iranian embassy for further arrangements. According to reports circulating in…
US Naval Escort Strait of Hormuz Still Being Considered Washington — The United States government has clarified that American naval forces have not yet provided escort operations for commercial vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz, despite earlier statements suggesting such a mission had already taken place. Officials explained that no merchant ships or oil…
Iran Missile Attacks Continue as US Talks Off Agenda Amid Escalating Conflict Tehran — Iran has stated that missile attacks will continue as US talks remain off the agenda, signaling no immediate diplomatic engagement amid escalating regional tensions. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized on Tuesday that negotiations with the United States are no longer…
Iranians Fleeing Cities Seek Refuge in Countryside as Bombardment Spreads Fear Tehran — Thousands of residents are leaving Iran’s major cities as airstrikes and missile attacks spread across urban areas, seeking safety in smaller towns and rural regions. The movement comes as fear grips the population, prompting families to abandon homes in search of shelter….
Iran Guards Block Oil Exports as War Continues, Strait of Hormuz Traffic Threatened Iranian authorities have declared that they will block oil exports as war continues, escalating tensions in the Middle East and sending signals to global energy markets. Ali Mohammad Naini, spokesperson for the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), said on Tuesday that Iran…
