Israel says it struck Tehran’s Evin prison and Fordo access routes
Iran’s judiciary says the attack damaged parts of Evin, a notorious facility which holds many political prisoners.
Energy crisis adds to survival threats in war-torn Gaza: NGO
Energy crisis adds to survival threats in war-torn Gaza: NGO The Norwegian Refugee Council says the ‘deliberate denial of energy access’ undermines human needs in Gaza. Palestinians continue to live…
Can Iran really shut down the Strait of Hormuz?
EXPLAINER Can Iran really shut down the Strait of Hormuz? Iran can decide to close the vital maritime trade route, through which one-fifth of the world’s oil supply is shipped…
As Israel-Iran war escalates, Ukraine fears ‘more losses’ to Russia
As Israel-Iran war escalates, Ukraine fears ‘more losses’ to Russia Washington’s support for Kyiv, already in doubt under President Trump, is set to decline further, analysts say. A boy rides…
Greece probes Azerbaijani arrested for espionage for links to Iran
News Greece probes Azerbaijani arrested for espionage for links to Iran Arrest comes shortly after Cyprus detains ethnic-Azeri suspected of planning attack on military base for Iran. Ambulances are parked…
Freed Belarus opposition candidate says he will keep fighting
Belarusian opposition activist Siarhei Tsikhanouski was released after five years behind bars.
UN nuclear chief estimates damage to Iran’s facilities ‘very significant’
UN nuclear chief estimates damage to Iran’s facilities ‘very significant’ Watchdog IAEA calls for return to negotiations and warns of ‘unimaginable’ destruction as Tehran criticises IAEA chief for rhetoric it…
Palestine Action to be banned, home secretary confirms
The announcement comes as the group holds a protest in central London.
Shipping giant Maersk divests from companies linked to Israeli settlements
Shipping giant Maersk divests from companies linked to Israeli settlements Move follows campaign accusing Maersk of links to Israel’s military and occupation of Palestinian lands. Maersk has come under pressure…
Sounds familiar: Was this said about Iraq in 2003, or Iran in 2025?
Sounds familiar: Was this said about Iraq in 2003, or Iran in 2025? With Israel and the US engaged in an escalating conflict with Iran, Western leaders are using words…