World
US Launches Ninth Consecutive Night of Strikes Against Iran
The US military continues a series of airstrikes targeting Iranian coastal and air-defense facilities following the deaths of 17 service members.
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middle-east
World
US and Iran Reach Framework Peace Deal to End War
The United States and Iran have agreed to a framework peace deal, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, though deep divisions remain over nuclear issues.
World
Pakistan Says Final Text of U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Has Been Reached
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced a final agreed-upon text for a peace deal between the United States and Iran, though some discrepancies remain over public descriptions.
World
Israel Launches Airstrikes on Beirut Suburbs Amid Hezbollah Escalation
Israeli forces targeted the southern suburbs of Lebanon's capital following reports of ceasefire violations and rocket fire into northern Israel.
Climate
Iraq Turns to Solar Power as Summer Blackouts Loom
The Iraqi government is increasing its focus on solar energy to mitigate an annual summer electricity crisis driven by extreme heat and power shortages.
World
Iranian Drones Hit Kuwait International Airport, Killing One
Kuwait suspended commercial flights after Iranian drones struck civilian buildings and its main airport amid escalating military exchanges between the U.S. and Iran.
World
Kuwait Air Defenses Intercept Iranian Missiles and Drones Targeting US Bases
Kuwaiti forces intercepted incoming projectiles following U.S. strikes on Iranian drone facilities near Bandar Abbas.
World
Hezbollah Agrees to 'Reciprocal' Ceasefire with Israel Under US Proposal
Lebanese officials informed the U.S. that Hezbollah is ready for a comprehensive ceasefire as the Trump administration pushes for gradual de-escalation.
World
US Strikes Iranian Radar Sites Following Downing of MQ-1 Drone
The United States military targeted drone command-and-control sites in Iran as Kuwait reported intercepting hostile missile and drone fire.
World
Israeli Forces Capture Beaufort Castle in Deepest Lebanon Incursion in 26 Years
Israeli troops have seized the Crusader-built fortress in southern Lebanon, marking the deepest advance into the country in over a quarter century.
Business
Oil Prices Drop 20% From 2026 Peak Amid U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Optimism
Brent crude prices have retreated sharply following reports that the U.S. and Iran have mostly agreed to a 60-day memorandum of understanding to pause hostilities.
World
Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 11 in Eastern Lebanon Village
The Israeli military reports striking 100 Hezbollah infrastructure sites as casualties mount in the Bekaa Valley.
World
Trump Links Abraham Accords to Potential Iran Peace Deal
President Donald Trump has called on several Arab and Muslim nations to normalize relations with Israel as part of negotiations to end the conflict with Iran.
World
Internet Access Becomes Luxury for Select Groups in Iran
A tiered system of connectivity has emerged in Iran, where a small number of users maintain access to the web while the vast majority remain offline.