Iran has announced it will ease and expedite humanitarian aid passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and its foreign minister confirmed that Indian-flagged vessels and tankers, along with those from other 'friendly nations' like China, Iraq, Pakistan, and Russia, are permitted passage on a case-by-case basis.
President Trump has publicly reiterated his threat that 'Cuba is next' for US military action while speaking at a Saudi investment conference, as US-Cuba tensions continue to rise due to restricted oil shipments, prompting Cuba to seek the Vatican's help, amidst the island's latest internal crisis.
Yemen's Houthi movement has reiterated its warning to join the war if US-Israeli attacks on Iran continue, with Israel reporting the first missile attack originating from Yemen on February 28, raising concerns about new shipping risks.
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Hackers reportedly linked to Iran have claimed a breach of the FBI director's personal email, with a DOJ official confirming the break-in and publication of excerpts online, raising cybersecurity concerns.
A man has been sentenced to four years in prison for assaulting a woman in London, an incident reportedly witnessed by Barron Trump during a FaceTime call, which he then reported to UK police.
Iran fired missiles at a military base in Saudi Arabia on Friday, injuring at least 10 U.S. service members, two seriously, as part of ongoing strikes against Israel and Gulf Arab nations.
An opinion piece offers a wargamer's perspective on potential scenarios and observable signals for the unfolding conflict in Iran over the next ten days.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released exam city allotments for JEE (Main) 2026 Session 2 candidates in the Gulf region, with slips issued for Kuwait and Dubai, while arrangements for Bahrain are pending amid regional tensions.
An Iranian missile and drone attack targeted the Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, injuring several US service members, two seriously, and damaging US aircraft. Marco Rubio claims the war is expected to end in weeks, adding to new reports confirming the extent of damage and casualties.
Jazz musician Chuck Redd has asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed against him by the 'Trump Kennedy Center' after he canceled a Christmas Eve 2025 concert in protest of the cultural institution's renaming, calling the case 'retaliatory'.
The FBI has confirmed the email account of Kash Patel was hacked by an Iran-linked group, which claimed responsibility and published excerpts online. The State Department has offered a reward of up to $10 million for information leading to the identification of the group's members, with live updates continuing to cover the incident.
Donald Trump has repeatedly criticized NATO allies for their failure to provide material support in the ongoing Iran war and for not assisting in the Strait of Hormuz. This comes as a professor analyzes the 'ruins of the alliance' in the region, questioning the absence of US allies.
The US President has reiterated his "Strait of Trump" quip for the Strait of Hormuz, stating it was no accident, emphasizing the critical importance of the waterway amid ongoing conflict.
Egypt has implemented emergency measures to save fuel, as the country's natural gas import bill has reportedly tripled since the start of the Iran war, according to the prime minister.
Rights groups in Bahrain are reporting an uproar following the death of a 32-year-old man in police custody, who had been arrested for opposing the war on Iran.
The current Department of Justice, under the Trump administration, is reportedly continuing to enforce a pistol brace rule established during the Biden administration, leading to questions and criticism from gun owners and advocacy groups.
A commentary argues that complacent commentators are obscuring the realities of the conflict, leading to the West's inability to truly understand Iran.
President Trump has taken executive action to ensure TSA workers receive their salaries, announcing a plan to pay them despite ongoing congressional funding stalls and the partial government shutdown.
After initially rejecting a 15-point American peace proposal, Iran is now reviewing the US proposal to end the ongoing conflict, while also setting its own conditions for a resolution, leading to crude oil rallying as doubts about the talks emerge.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has clarified American plans for the Iran war, stating that military operations are expected to conclude within weeks, not months, and without the need for ground troops.
Pakistan's civilian and military leadership are holding crisis meetings to navigate the ongoing war on its borders, reinforcing the nation's stated 'pivotal role' in mediating the US-Iran conflict, as Islamabad seeks to capitalize on warming ties with both Trump and Tehran but risks much if efforts fail.
Cuba is seeking the Vatican's intervention to ease the US oil embargo, which has led to severe fuel shortages, as tensions rise between the US and Cuba over restricted oil shipments.
Gulf countries have expressed growing concerns over the potential for attacks by Iran-backed militias and proxy forces across the Middle East, fearing Tehran may activate sleeper cells amidst its conflict with the US and Israel.
Satellite imagery exclusively revealed by Le Monde shows a convoy at the gates of a major underground nuclear complex in Isfahan, Iran, which experts suggest could be related to the country's enriched uranium stockpile.