Scoop: U.S. dismayed by Israel's Iran fuel strikes, sources say
Israel’s massive raids on 30 Iranian fuel depots exceeded the limited strike the U.S. had been briefed on, sparking the first serious rift between Washington and Jerusalem since the Gaza war began. Wh
Why Escalation Favors Iran
Rising tensions between the U.S., Israel and Iran risk backfiring on Washington, as analysts argue that any further escalation would play into Tehran’s strategic hands—while Iran’s foreign minister in
North Korea’s New Destroyer Sets Sail for the First Time, Tests Missile Systems
North Korea’s 5,000‑ton destroyer Choe Hyon sailed under its own power for the first time, showcasing upgraded VLS and missile‑test trials observed by Kim Jong Un. Analysts say the ship signals Pyongy
Centcom issues safety warning to Iranian civilians
U.S. Central Command warned Iranian civilians that the government is embedding military operations in densely populated areas, as Israel escalates strikes on Iran’s “regime infrastructure” and Tehran’
Trump's Iran war is killing Ukraine peace prospects
Trump’s surprise “proactive defensive” strike on Iran has shattered his peace‑maker image and jeopardized the fragile diplomatic momentum in the Russia‑Ukraine war. The new Middle‑East conflict revive
With an eye on Trump visit, China weighs Iran response
China’s foreign minister Wang Yi signaled that Beijing is weighing Iran’s possible backlash to Trump’s Middle‑East visit while trying to keep its ties with the United States, India and the BRICS bloc
Trump's Iran war is killing Ukraine peace prospects
Trump’s surprise “proactive defensive” strike on Iran has shattered his peace‑maker image and jeopardized the fragile diplomatic momentum in the Russia‑Ukraine war. The new Middle‑East conflict revive
U.S. weighs sending special forces to seize Iran's nuclear stockpile
U.S. and Israel have reportedly weighed a joint special‑forces raid to seize Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile, a contingency plan discussed as the conflict drags on. The move underscores a shi
Scoop: U.S. dismayed by Israel's Iran fuel strikes, sources say
Israel’s massive raids on 30 Iranian fuel depots exceeded the limited strike the U.S. had been briefed on, sparking the first serious rift between Washington and Jerusalem since the Gaza war began. Wh
Centcom issues safety warning to Iranian civilians
U.S. Central Command warned Iranian civilians that the government is embedding military operations in densely populated areas, as Israel escalates strikes on Iran’s “regime infrastructure” and Tehran’
Israel-Iran war LIVE: Iran fires first missiles at Israel after choosing Mojtaba Khamenei as next supreme leader
After the Assembly of Experts installed Mojtaba Khamenei as Iran’s new supreme leader, Tehran launched its first missile salvo at Israel, sparking a rapid escalation that sent oil above $100 a barrel
A Loose Band of Emerging Powers Is Divided Over Iran
A rift within the BRICS bloc has emerged regarding the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran, revealing a lack of unified condemnation despite Iran's membership. While **Brazil, China, and Russia** have denoun
Commentary: US war on Iran forces Japan and South Korea to confront geopolitical realities
The U.S. war on Iran is pulling American military attention away from Asia, forcing Japan and South Korea to decide whether to deepen security cooperation against a rising China and North Korea or to
Don’t overestimate your abilities, China’s top diplomat Wang Yi tells Tokyo in stern warning
China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, issued a stern warning to Japan, stating that the future of their strained relationship hinges on Tokyo's choices and urging them to learn from past mistakes, referencin
Russia Attacks Kharkiv and Kyiv in Ukraine
Russia launched a deadly missile strike on Kharkiv, killing at least 10 people in an apartment building, while also targeting Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions. These coordinated attacks underscore Rus
A Loose Band of Emerging Powers Is Divided Over Iran
A rift within the BRICS bloc has emerged regarding the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran, revealing a lack of unified condemnation despite Iran's membership. While **Brazil, China, and Russia** have denoun
Israelis head to shelters after Iran fires missiles
Israelis sought shelter nationwide as Iran launched multiple waves of missiles, prompting air raid sirens across northern and southern Israel, including the occupied West Bank. While most missiles wer
A Sprawling Middle East War Explodes
A joint U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, met with Iranian retaliation, has ignited a sprawling Middle East conflict, drawing condemnation from China and prompting global concern. The war's immediate after
Israel presses Iran assault as Tehran nears succession decision
Israel has intensified its assault on Iran, striking vital infrastructure near Tehran and threatening any successor to the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose son is poised to take power. This escalati
In War’s First Week, a Punishing Military Campaign With No Coherent Endgame
The U.S. and Israel have launched a punishing military campaign against Iran, targeting its leadership and defense capabilities, yet President Trump's stated objectives remain inconsistent. This aggre