Putin pledges support for Iran in talks with Araghchi in Russia, says he wants peace soon
Russia has offered to mediate to try to help restore calm to the Middle East following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, which Moscow has condemned.
Middle East
Negotiating with Israel 'not treason,' Lebanon's Aoun says, stressing goal is to end war
Iran's judiciary chief orders A-G to investigate SIM cards with unlimited internet access
Palestinians use Gaza rubble to restore streets as US rebuilding plan stalls
Russian superyacht crosses Strait of Hormuz as shipping traffic remains muted
The US Central Command has redirected 37 vessels since a blockade was imposed on Iran on April 13, the military said on April 25.
Hezbollah enhances drone capabilities by learning from Ukraine war tactics - analysis
Hezbollah is upgrading its drone tactics by incorporating fiber-optic tech and strategies from the Ukraine war, aiming to enhance its attacks against Israel amid supply shortages and evolving threats
Hezbollah's Qassem rejects 'direct negotiations' with Israel, will respond to 'Israeli aggression'
Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Naim Qassem rejected direct negotiations with Israel, insisting Lebanon’s government must annul a decision "criminalizing" the terror group.
Africa's Mali crisis widens as extremist groups advance and state control erodes - analysis
Mali is experiencing a major escalation in violence, with jihadist groups advancing and the defense minister assassinated. The crisis threatens to destabilize the Sahel region.
Lebanon stresses Israel negotiation 'not treason' as IDF strikes Hezbollah targets
IDF strikes across Lebanon amid Hezbollah ceasefire violations, exchanges of fire • Shipping traffic through Hormuz remains muted with no US-Iran deal in sight
Iran gives US proposal for reopening Strait of Hormuz, ending war - Axios
The report also mentioned that US President Donald Trump is expected to hold a situation room meeting on Iran with his top national security and foreign policy team.
Hezbollah and Israel escalate attacks, accusing each other of violating ceasefire
Tensions soar as Hezbollah and Israel both intensify attacks, blaming each other for violating the ceasefire. The conflict continues to escalate despite attempts at diplomacy.
Global Sumud Flotilla embarks from Sicily, aiming to disrupt Gaza blockade
The Global Sumud Flotilla, with over 60 Italian and Spanish vessels, sets sail from Sicily to challenge Israel’s blockade of Gaza, aiming to raise awareness and mobilize activism."
Medical supply shortages loom in Iran as civilians bear the cost of ongoing conflict, UN warns
As Iran’s war continues, medical shortages loom, with critical supplies in jeopardy. The regime’s actions are felt globally, and citizens bear the brunt of the crisis.
Israel sent Iron Dome system, dozens of IDF soldiers to UAE during Iran war
This is the first instance of the Iron Dome being used operationally outside the United States or Israel, though Singapore has reportedly previously purchased and received Iron Dome as well.
