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A sailor handles munitions on the flight deck of the USS George Washington in the Arabian Sea, September 13, 2026. The aircraft carrier is enforcing a US naval blockade against Iran and providing cover for commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran fires anti-ship missiles at Hormuz, IDF strikes Hamas terrorists in Gaza

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks in Istanbul, Turkey, January 30, 2026; illustrative.

Iran's Araghchi dismisses, smiles at reporter's question on regime's execution, torture of Iranians

Belgian military personnel armed with FN SCAR assault rifles stand guard outside a synagogue in central Antwerp as part of Belgium's reinforced security measures established at Jewish schools and synagogues, on March 23, 2026.

Iran responsible for antisemitic terror attacks in Liège, Antwerp earlier this year - report


Pezeshkian: 'We will die but we will not bow our heads,' Tehran no longer trusts talks with the US

"No one can accuse the Islamic Republic of failing to explore the diplomatic path," Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told Iranian state media IRNA on Saturday night.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian addresses the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at UN headquarters in New York City, US, September 23, 2026

WATCH: Fire breaks out in Haruvit Forest near Kiryat Malachi, arson suspected

The blaze follows a large residential building fire which broke out in Jerusalem's haredi (ultra-Orthodox) Mea She'arim neighborhood on Wednesday, damaging several Torah scrolls.

Firefighting squadron practice. May 14, 2019; Illustrative.

Bangkok declares city-wide disaster as third day of monsoon rain floods streets

The rainfall began on Thursday and is expected to keep pouring through Sunday, Thailand’s meteorological department warned. People were advised to beware of flash floods, overflows, and landslides.

People carry groceries on shopping carts as they wade through a flooded street during heavy rain in Bangkok, Thailand, September 26, 2026.

Iran fires anti-ship missiles at Hormuz, IDF strikes Hezbollah facilities in Lebanon

WATCH: IDF kills two Hamas terrorists in Gaza • Qatari Prime Minister accuses Netanyahu of sabotaging Gaza peace efforts • IDF strikes Hezbollah weapon storage facility

US President Donald Trump looks on during the signing of a security pact between the US, Denmark, and Greenland during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly at UN Headquarters on September 22, 2026 in New York City.

US investigating how sensitive F-35 parts diverted to Hong Kong ended up in China's hands - report

Sensitive F-35 stealth fighter parts ended up in Chinese hands after a shipment was diverted to Hong Kong, with US lawmakers investigating how the incident occurred.

The F-35 "Adir" fighter jet.

Trump rejects Iranian proposal, expects war to continue after midterm elections

In comments to reporters on Saturday, Trump said that he "rejected their deal" and added that Iran should "immediately open the Hormuz Strait ... because they have no money coming in."

US President Donald Trump speaks during the 81st session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly at UN Headquarters on September 22, 2026 in New York City; illustrative

White House bans CNN from Air Force One trip despite federal judge's decision - report

CNN also reported on Thursday that its journalists were still denied entry to the White House without an explanation.

US President Donald Trump waves while boarding Air Force One at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York on September 22, 2026.

French-Lebanese man accuses Israel of war crimes over theft of uprooted olive trees - report

The 37-year-old entrepreneur, born in Lebanon, filed the complaint as a civil party over alleged theft, destruction, and damage to property that he says constitute war crimes or other offenses.

A farmer carries harvested olives in the southern Lebanese village of Kfeir on November 15, 2024. (Illustrative)

Netanyahu did not discuss UAE's October 7 warning at Gaza security meeting week of attack - report

The report comes as the prime minister, as well as UAE and US officials, deny allegations made in a Haaretz report that MBZ warned Netanyahu of a major Hamas attack in the days before Oct. 7, 2023.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the United Nations in New York City, September 24, 2026.

AI-altered photo posted by Trump shows Xi's US welcome with only Natalie Harp in background

A photo posted to Truth Social showing Donald Trump greeting Chinese President Xi Jinping appears to have digitally removed both first ladies, leaving only Natalie Harp visible on the tarmac.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping walk on the red carpet as Xi arrives ahead of a state visit at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, US, September 23, 2026.