Iran now defines Strait of Hormuz as far larger zone, IRGC officer says
DUBAI, May 12 – Iran has expanded its definition of the Strait of Hormuz into a “vast operational area” far wider than before the Iran war, according to a senior…
Russia and Ukraine resume strikes, killing at least one, as truce expires
The Russian military said it shot down 27 Ukrainian drones after the ceasefire expired. Read More
Israeli report accuses Hamas of ‘systematic, widespread’ sexual violence on Oct 7
Hamas has repeatedly denied the accusations since 2023. Read More
Israeli report accuses Hamas of ‘systematic, widespread’ sexual violence on Oct 7
Hamas has repeatedly denied the accusations since 2023. Read More
Iran war creates new must-have for summer holidays: the plan B
LONDON/PARIS/MADRID, May 12 – Greg Abbott is planning his summer holiday with half an eye on the Iran war. He intends to stay closer to home in Europe and is…
Emperor penguins in focus as Antarctic talks start in Japan
The sharp rise in tourists visiting Antarctica will also be high on the agenda. Read More
New Israeli law sets military tribunal for Hamas October 7 militants
JERUSALEM, May 12 – Israel’s parliament passed a law late on Monday establishing a military tribunal to try hundreds of Palestinian militants who took part in the October 7, 2023…
Israel will prosecute Oct 7 suspects in Eichmann-style tribunal
The hearings will be broadcast and archived. Read More
Trump to have annual physical on May 26, White House says
Mr Trump said he underwent a CT scan during an October visit to Walter Reed. Read More
What middle powers fear about the Trump-Xi summit
Most middle powers feel overwhelmed by the deteriorating world order. Read More