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United States and United Arab Emirates Strengthen Strategic Alliance Around Military Artificial Intelligence
Abu Dhabi / Washington – The United States and the United Arab Emirates have officially announced the creation of the first bilateral task force...
Isaac Hammouch: The “Lekjaa Syndrome”: How the Moroccan State Confiscates Democracy
As the 2026 Moroccan legislative elections approach, rumors of Fouzi Lekjaa being pre-designated for the premiership are swelling. Behind the meteoric rise of the...
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How Israel and Jewish Voters Are Shaping Michigan’s Primaries
Abdul El-Sayed’s pro-Palestinian Senate bid highlights how positions on Israel and Jewish community concerns are influencing multiple Michigan primary races, including districts with small Jewish populations.
UK court convicts Norwegian linked to murder-for-hire scheme tied to Iran-linked network
A UK court has convicted a 19-year-old Norwegian for his role in a murder-for-hire operation ordered by an Iran-linked gang and connected to the sanctioned Foxtrot Network, authorities say.
IDF Reportedly Seizes Land in PA-Run Area to Connect Two Planned West Bank Settlements
The Times of Israel reports the IDF seized land in PA-run Area A of the north-west West Bank to create a link between two planned settlements; separate clashes and arrests were also reported.
Task Force Warns Antisemitism Becoming ‘New Normal’ After Deadly Year for Diaspora Jews
A task force representing major Jewish communities warns antisemitic violence and incidents surged, documenting 20 deaths in 2025 and about 23,000 incidents across seven countries.
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Trump Says He Will Cancel Strikes on Iran If a Deal Is Reached Rapidly
President Donald Trump said he would cancel planned strikes on Iran if a deal is reached rapidly, a statement issued amid media reports of imminent strikes.
Spain Condemns ‘Selfish’ EU Response as Italy Suspends Schengen with Spain
Spain criticised what it called a 'selfish' response from some EU countries after migrant crossings into Ceuta. Italy temporarily suspended the Schengen arrangement with Spain and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni described the scenes as 'shocking'.
About 60,000 Migrants Arrive in Ceuta in 24 Hours, Spanish Government Says
Spanish authorities report roughly 60,000 migrants entered the enclave of Ceuta within 24 hours. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called the movement an 'attack' and said irregular arrivals would be returned to Morocco.
US Conducts Heavy Strikes on Iran After Attempted Attack on American Troops
United States forces carried out heavy strikes on targets in Iran after an attempted attack on American troops, ending a brief pause in hostilities and prompting a resumption of missile exchanges between the two sides.
US launches heavy strikes on Iran after missile attack on American troops
The US military said it carried out 'heavy' strikes on Iran in response to missile fire that targeted American troops in the Middle East on Tuesday. Details remain limited and responses from Tehran were not immediate.
Two firefighters killed as wildfires rage in Crete; villages evacuated across southern Europe
Two firefighters died battling wildfires in Crete as gale-force winds forced evacuations of several villages. Fires form part of a wider pattern of summer blazes in southern Europe.
Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwave
This summer's fourth heatwave was expected to start by Wednesday, bringing temperatures in the area to 40C.Similar temperatures are...
UN Security Council to hold first poll in race to replace Guterres when he steps down this year
The United Nations Security Council will hold an initial round of informal closed-door "straw poll" ballots on Thursday to...
Ghana mourns its tallest man – a 'generous and popular giant'
Kudus told the BBC the sores on Ache's legs were not directly caused by Marfan syndrome - but likely...
Netanyahu, Trump conclude 'positive, productive' meeting at White House
US President Donald Trump hosted Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday to discuss the war in Iran as well...
'It's a hell of a situation': Spain grapples with devastating wildfires
The Madrid region is currently under a red weather warning, with temperatures expected to reach 35C in mountainous areas...
Zelensky aims to get ballistic missile defenses, strategic cooperation during meeting with Trump
"Our number-one priority is anti-ballistic defense and strategic cooperation with America. Peace needs to be brought closer," he stated...
