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IRGC Claims Missile and Drone Strikes on US Military Bases in Jordan and the UAE in Retaliation for US Attack on Iran’s Larak Island
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and military have claimed that Iran launched missile and drone attacks against US military facilities in Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in retaliation for a recent US airstrike on Iran’s Larak Island.
China’s President Xi Jinping Expresses Condolences to Nepal Over Devastating Landslides and Floods, Pledges Humanitarian Support
Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed deep condolences over the heavy loss of life and destruction caused by devastating mudslides, landslides and floods in Nepal. He also assured Nepal of China’s readiness to provide rescue and humanitarian assistance as recovery efforts continue.
President Vladimir Putin Did Not Meet CIA Director Ratcliffe, but Russian Officials Held Talks With Him — Kremlin Spokesman Peskov
U.S. Central Intelligence Agency CIA Director John Ratcliffe held talks with Russian intelligence officials during his visit to Moscow, but did not meet Russian President Vladimir Putin, the Kremlin has said.
Xi Jinping Likely to Visit India After Seven Years With a 400-Member Delegation
Chinese President Xi Jinping is likely to visit India next month to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12 and 13, according to Reuters, although Beijing has not yet officially confirmed his visit. Indian sources said Chinese officials are working on hotel arrangements and security protocols for the possible trip.
South Africa Ready to Cooperate With Iran on Legal Action Against the United States and Israel Over Alleged International Crimes
South Africa is prepared to cooperate with Iran in pursuing legal action against the United States and Israel over alleged international crimes, according to a statement made by a member of the South African legal delegation at the 11th BRICS Legal Forum 2026 in New Delhi.
Who is Natalie Harp? Is Trump’s ever-present close aide causing tensions or a power struggle with First Lady Melania Trump?
Fresh attention has emerged in the White House surrounding Natalie Harp, a close aide to US President Donald Trump. Various reports and comments from Trump biographers have claimed that First Lady Melania Trump is unhappy with Harp’s close relationship with the president. However, there is no independently confirmed evidence of a direct “power struggle” between the two women.
If Oman Interferes in Talks on Ending the War with Iran and Navigation Through the Strait of Hormuz, We’ll Bomb Them” — President Trump Threatens
US President Donald Trump has threatened to launch a bombing attack on Oman if Muscat obstructs discussions on ending the war with Iran and restoring navigation through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The Islamic Republic of Iran Achieved Victory Both on the Battlefield and at the Negotiating Table — Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran achieved success on both the military and diplomatic fronts in its conflict with the United States and Israel. He described the memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached between Iran and the United States in Islamabad as a significant diplomatic achievement for Tehran, strengthening Iran’s position on the diplomatic front.
Ukraine Losing Ability to Intercept Russian Missiles, Has Only 10% of Required Interceptors, Zelenskyy Tells CNN
Ukraine’s air defence system is under severe pressure as Russia intensifies its missile attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said. According to Zelenskyy, Ukraine currently has only 10% of the air-defence interceptors it needs to counter Russian missile attacks.
President Trump Secretly Left Türkiye on Military Aircraft Hidden by Catering Truck Amid Fears of Iranian Attack —The Washington Post
U.S. President Donald Trump secretly left Türkiye on a smaller military aircraft instead of the publicly displayed Air Force One after his visit to the country last month, reportedly due to concerns over a potential Iranian attack, The Washington Post has reported. Reuters also cited the newspaper's account in a report on the incident.
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ‘Could Die at Any Moment -Israeli Media Claims, Citing Critical Health Condition
Fresh speculation has emerged over the health of Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. Israeli media outlets claim that he is in extremely critical condition and that news of his death could emerge at any moment. However, these claims have not been independently verified, and Iranian authorities have not issued any confirmation regarding the latest reports.
Finally Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye Sign Joint Defence Agreement Following Friday Prayers in Makkah
Amid ongoing security challenges and rising regional tensions in the Middle East, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye have signed a historic joint defence agreement. According to Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the agreement was signed in Makkah following Friday prayers.
Andy Burnham Appointed as the United Kingdom’s 59th Prime Minister
Labour Party leader Andy Burnham has taken office as the United Kingdom’s new prime minister following the resignation of Sir Keir Starmer. On Monday, Burnham was formally appointed as the United Kingdom’s 59th prime minister.
President Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire "Over" as U.S. Agrees to Continue Talks Amid Renewed Hostilities
U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that the ceasefire between the United States and Iran is "over," even as Washington agreed to continue diplomatic negotiations with Tehran, highlighting the increasingly uncertain state of relations between the two longtime rivals. In a post published Friday on Truth Social, Trump said Iran had requested the continuation of negotiations but stressed that the United States no longer considers the ceasefire to be in effect.
President Donald Trump Marks America's 250th Independence Anniversary with Anti-Communism Speech as Heatwave and Political Divisions Shape Celebrations
U.S. President Donald Trump launched the United States' 250th Independence anniversary celebrations with a speech at Mount Rushmore that began by praising American exceptionalism and national pride before turning to a strongly political message centered on communism.
The United States Of America marks 250th independence anniversary as heatwave disrupts celebrations
Preparations are in full swing across the United States for the country's 250th Independence Day celebrations. However, an intense heatwave sweeping across much of the eastern United States ahead of the holiday has raised fresh concerns.
If Iran Fails to Reach Fruitful Negotiations Quickly, It Will Cease to Exist as a Country – Warns US President Donald Trump
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning that Iran will pay an ultimate price if it fails to reach an agreement to end the ongoing conflict and the joint US-Israeli military operations. In a statement on Monday, he made it clear that if negotiations do not succeed swiftly, Iran's critical energy and civilian infrastructure will be completely destroyed.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Extends Holiday Greetings to Iranians, Calls Them a “Brave Nation”
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has extended holiday greetings to the people of Iran, describing them as a “brave nation” in a recent video message shared on his official social media page.
Iran will be governed by a three-member interim leadership council until a successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is elected.
Following the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, Tehran announced the formation of this three-member interim council to run the country. Iranian authorities claim Khamenei was killed in an attack by Israel and the United States. The council will exercise the highest authority in the country until a new Supreme Leader is selected.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian Are Alive and in Good Health — Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the country’s President Masoud Pezeshkian are alive and in good health, Tehran has confirmed. The statement comes amid ongoing regional tensions and recent security incidents that have fueled speculation in international media regarding their safety.