Middle East


Iran attacks US base in Kuwait, vessel hit by projectile near Strait of Hormuz

Smoke billows near the oil facility in Mangaf, Kuwait, July 18, 2026, in this screen grab obtained from a social media video.

IDF on high alert for possibility of escalation with Iran amid Trump's escalating threats

Military equipment targeted at an unknown location, during what US CENTCOM says are strikes on Iran, in this video screengrab released July 20.

Iran Foreign Ministry denies talks with US, says no meetings planned, despite Trump claims - report

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei speaks during an interview, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Tehran, Iran, April 5, 2026.