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A US F-15E fighter jet was shot down by Iranian forces, marking the first such loss in the conflict. One pilot has been rescued, while a search operation for the second crew member is underway, with Iran also offering a reward for their capture.
Israeli strikes have targeted Beirut's southern suburbs, following warnings. Concurrently, the US has cautioned that Iran and its aligned groups may intend to target universities in Lebanon.
Reports indicate a US jet was downed over Iran, with US special forces rescuing one crew member, and Iranian sources confirming the downing of a US warplane over Iranian airspace.
There was a surprise guest speaker at Nvidia’s widely watched GPU Technology Conference (GTC) in San Jose, California, last month: Yang Zhilin, the founder of Beijing-based Moonshot AI, the developer behind the Kimi family of foundational artificial intelligence models. Amid heated rhetoric about US-China AI competition, which some have likened to an “arms race”, the participation of a Chinese AI start-up’s CEO at the flagship event of American chipmaking giant Nvidia might have struck some a...
After the Iran war, the Atlantic relationship can never be the same
The United States' ambitious AI development plans are reportedly encountering a significant hurdle due to its reliance on Chinese-made electrical parts, including circuit breakers, for data center construction.
The US State Department has implemented significant reforms to its Foreign Service Officer exam, focusing on a merit-based and 'America First' approach and removing diversity-related questions.
The Indian rupee is experiencing significant pressure, driven by economic factors that extend beyond the immediate impact of the Iran crisis, indicating a complex financial landscape.
A US company, backed by the Trump administration, acquired Congolese copper and cobalt mines for $700 million, marking a strategic move to counter China's influence in the Democratic Republic of Congo's mining sector.
A former US pilot has detailed essential survival strategies, including how to hide and find water, for individuals who have been shot down.
Farmers in India and Sri Lanka are expressing panic over fertiliser shortages, fearing a looming food crisis as ripple effects from the Iran war impact global supply chains for oil and agricultural inputs.
Iran's military confirmed downing at least one US F-15 fighter jet, with reports of a second incident, intensifying the conflict. President Trump reacted to the downing and concerns over missing pilots, while Iran rejected a US proposal for a 48-hour ceasefire, leading to global reactions and increased tensions.
President Trump's dismissal of US Attorney General Pam Bondi is widely reported, with speculation linking it to her perceived failure to handle the Epstein case to his satisfaction, underscoring his focus on personal advantage. The aftermath includes details of her departure, the appointment of interim AG Todd Blanche, and ongoing discussions about the Epstein files.
IRGC media reports that Iran rejected a US ceasefire proposal, responding instead with a barrage of missiles.
US crew member rescued after F-15 warplane shot down in Iran The National
US intelligence sources claim that Iran is unlikely to reopen the Strait of Hormuz anytime soon, viewing its closure as a significant point of leverage.
South Korea's decade-long, multi-billion dollar project to develop the KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, jointly with Indonesia, is nearing completion, raising questions about its marketability and potential buyers.
The United States is reportedly concentrating its foreign policy efforts on Iran, while China's President Xi Jinping faces limitations regarding actions concerning Taiwan.
The United States and China are reportedly recalibrating their bilateral ties, prompting India to assess the potential implications of these changes for its own strategic interests.
A Russian Su-30 fighter jet has crashed in the temporarily occupied territory of Crimea, though its crew reportedly managed to escape.
A HH-60W Jolly Green II, the Air Force's specialized search-and-rescue Black Hawk, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, Feb.
The White House has unveiled a proposal for a historic $1.5 trillion defense budget for the upcoming fiscal year, with President Trump citing the ongoing conflict in Iran as a key driver for the significant increase in military spending.
Cuba has announced the release of over 2,000 prisoners, a move described as a humanitarian gesture or mass pardon, occurring amidst increasing pressure from the United States and international scrutiny.
War on Iran: latest developments The Daily Star
An American F-15 fighter jet has been shot down over Iran, with only one pilot recovered so far as Tehran reportedly hunts for the second.
A blue-eyed, blonde-haired girl who vanished in May 1994 at age 13 while checking on her horse has been found alive after nearly three decades. This marks a major breakthrough in the cold case.
The United States and Venezuela have normalized relations, with Washington lifting sanctions against interim president Delcy Rodriguez, three months after the abduction of Nicolas Maduro. The country is undergoing a transition, and the opposition is struggling to be heard.
The ongoing conflict involving Iran has reportedly led to significant divisions among Gulf nations regarding their appropriate response, highlighting regional diplomatic complexities.
A sick woman in China who was filmed spitting blood on a train and then cleaning it herself has received over US$58,000 in donations after the video went viral, moving internet users.
Australian comedian Jenny Tian set off a wave of deep laughter across an Adelaide audience at a recent comedy festival by saying she had tired of democracy at home.
The U.S. Coast Guard and Puerto Rico police rescued three federal agents and two boaters after two vessels capsized off Isla de Cabras on Tuesday night.