42 related stories
Iran confirms death of top security official Ali Larijani China Daily - Global Edition
US President Donald Trump has strongly criticized NATO, calling their refusal to assist in a mission near Iran a 'foolish mistake' and threatening to reconsider the United States' membership in the alliance.
Iran vowed retaliation and launched a wave of missile attacks on Israel Wednesday as it prepared to hold a funeral for security chief Ali Larijani, who was killed in an Israeli air...
The Iranian women's national football team landed at Istanbul Airport on Tuesday after several members of the delegation withdrew their asylum bids in Australia and decided to return home. Seven members of the delegation had sought sanctuary in Australia last week after they were branded "traitors" at home for refusing to sing the national anthem at their opening Women's Asian Cup game.
(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 18 - Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said Wednesday that it would be pointless for Italy to open dialogue with President Vladimir Putin about oil supplies from Russia, with the shipping of fuel from the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz currently cut off due to Iran's retaliation to the attacks by Israel and the United States. "The problem is the price of oil, not where to find it," Crosetto told Mediaset television when asked about getting oil from Russia, "He (Put...
Iran's top diplomat stated that the repercussions of the war in the Middle East would be felt globally, urging more Western officials to push back against the conflict.
A podcast episode delves into the consequences of the 2003 U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, including the collapse of state institutions, the emergence of ISIS, and their ongoing impact on Iraq's politics and its role in West Asia.
Displaced families in Lebanon are observing Ramadan under difficult circumstances, with the ongoing war dictating the pace and conditions of their holy month.
Turbulence in the global oil market caused by the war in Iran revealed a quiet shift that could reshape global energy security: the rapid rise of electric vehicles.
Energy analyst Kwadwo Poku has criticized the Ghanaian government for rising fuel prices, warning that citizens are bearing the full impact of global shocks, including the US-Israel-Iran conflict, without adequate relief.
Markets are monitoring reports of GPS disruptions in Iran and potential sanctions relief for Venezuela, which could impact global oil supplies and geopolitical dynamics.
Rupee hits record low amid Iran war: A weaker rupee makes imports more expensive. This, in turn, pushes consumers and firms to cut back on foreign purchases and look at domestic options.
A US counterterrorism official’s resignation raises uncomfortable questions about a war few are willing to challenge
Stock Market Highlights: India VIX cools 13 per cent in two days. However, it is still well above pre-Iran war levels.
US counterterrorism head resigns over Iran war and says Israel deceived Trump thenationalnews.com
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is impacting tourism, with the Bulgarian Association of Hoteliers and Restaurateurs reporting mass cancellations of reservations by Israelis in popular Black Sea and Bansko resorts.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin's meeting with US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office was described by a former Irish ambassador as having left Martin 'without any bruises.' The meeting, which included discussions on various issues, has drawn mixed reactions and criticism from opposition parties in Ireland.
A US federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to reinstate more than 1,000 Voice of America (VOA) employees and resume operations of the government-funded media outlet, following a legal challenge.
Following a visit by a U.S. delegation to Minsk on March 18, a decision is expected on the release of a group of political prisoners.
A state-imposed internet blackout has obscured the reality of life in Iran as the war rages on. Those fleeing through neighboring countries share a rare glimpse of what life is like in Iran.
Almost everything except for bonds – stocks, interest rates, credit, gold and the U.S. dollar – is having “very normal white swan types of moves.”
Alex Villa was arrested and spent ten years in prison for the 2011 murder of an off-duty Chicago police officer, despite evidence against him and two others not stacking up, raising questions about the US justice system.
The United States’ inclusion of Southeast Asian countries among economic partners it intends to investigate for unfair trade practices is expected to push the region further from Washington’s…
The veteran Iranian politician and close adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a reported U.S.-Israeli airstrike on March 17, 2026.
The Kremlin has denied a Wall Street Journal report alleging Russia is supplying Iran with satellite imagery and advanced drone technology, with spokesman Dmitry Peskov labeling the claims as 'fake news'.
Malaysian fertiliser producers have stopped accepting new orders, as the ongoing conflict in Iran has led to a significant increase in prices for raw materials.
The ongoing conflict with Iran is reportedly causing strain within Donald Trump's MAGA loyalist base, with some members breaking ranks over the issue.
Q: Norman Powell is making his case for us re-signing Herro and letting him walk. – Aja. A: It has been a tough go for Norman Powell since the All-Star break.
Israel has reportedly warned the United States that its supply of ballistic missile interceptors is reaching critically low levels as the conflict with Iran enters its third week, intensifying concerns about the ongoing war.
Major General Ali Abdollahi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya central headquarters, has warned US President Donald Trump to 'wait for our surprises' and promised a 'devastating' response from the armed forces for the death of Larijani.
Iran launched a barrage of missiles after Israel killed two top Iranian officials, including Ali Larijani, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council. Israel also struck central Beirut.
Iran will hold a funeral Wednesday for its security chief Ali Larijani as it vowed revenge, firing off a wave of missiles at Israel after it killed the powerful figure in an air strike. The post Iran to hold funeral for slain security chief, vows vengeance appeared first on Vanguard News.
Peeter Kaldre discusses how the war in Iran has created a unique opportunity for Ukraine, with 11 Persian Gulf countries requesting Ukraine's assistance in combating Iranian drones, highlighting Kyiv's valuable experience.
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with journalist and author Scott Anderson about Iran's power structure after the killing of Ali Larijani, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.
While the US has made no concrete request to its allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz from being fully closed by Iran, Estonia is ready to contribute to a swift solution, Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur said in an interview.
Daria Kozyreva, an activist jailed for anti-war statements, has been released from prison. She was arrested after attaching a poem by Ukrainian writer Taras Shevchenko to his monument in St. Petersburg on the second anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Dancing on a beach in Barcelona, members of the Iranian diaspora celebrated the Persian festival of Chaharshanbe Suri.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro says the war in Gaza was an “experiment” designed to intimidate the Global South.
Amidst escalating Middle Eastern tensions, many Indian blue-collar workers are staying put for jobs and family support, despite recruiters warning of potential layoffs. While salaries remain consistent, some workers are on mandatory leave as demand for labour declines. Experts foresee a hiring surge post-conflict, but current uncertainty impacts operations and domestic hiring.
Malaysia’s medical tourism sector could receive a boost amid the widening conflict in the Middle East as potential patients look for safer alternatives in Asia, according to a private healthcare company. Dubai, the main medical hub in the region, has been under Iranian missile and drone retaliatory attacks since the US and Israel began air strikes on the Islamic Republic on February 28. This could prompt Middle Easterners who are seeking medical treatment to travel to Southeast Asian countrie...
US senators to grill Trump intelligence team, weeks into Iran war The Straits Times