Middle East


Iran could launch surprise attack against Gulf States, Israel, say officials

Ballistic missiles launched from Iran, as seen over Jerusalem, during the war with Iran and ongoing missile fire toward Israel, April 7, 2026.

US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote

US House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) speaks during a press conference following a closed House Republican Conference meeting, on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, US, May 20, 2026.

Rubio tells NATO ministers Trump 'very disappointed' over Iran war stance

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the press before boarding his plane at Homestead Air Reserve Base, Thursday, May 21, 2026.