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In a wide-ranging address to the UN General Assembly, Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel’s military campaigns, praised Donald Trump, attacked Iran, Hamas, Qatar and Türkiye, rejected genocide allegations and confronted critics as dozens of delegates walked out Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a combative address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York on
Tehran has threatened unspecified retaliation against countries restricting Iranian carriers, adding fresh uncertainty for passengers and major aviation hubs already dealing with months of conflict and disruption Iran has warned neighbouring countries against enforcing sweeping new United States sanctions targeting its airlines, raising concerns that an escalating confrontation over aviation could cause further disruption to
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Iranian media says missiles and drones are being directed at US bases and interests across the region following a fresh wave of American strikes on Iran Iranian media reported on Tuesday evening, September 1, 2026, that Iran’s armed forces had begun what was described as a “decisive operation” against US targets in the Middle East,
New US attacks reported across Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, Konarak, Chabahar and other areas as Iran says missiles and drones are targeting US bases and assets across the region The confrontation between the United States and Iran sharply escalated on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after the US military announced a new round of strikes against targets
Freelance reporter seized in central Baghdad as Iraqi authorities launch high-priority manhunt The abduction of an American journalist in Baghdad on March 31, 2026, has reignited global concerns about security conditions in Iraq, especially for foreign nationals and media professionals. The incident has prompted Iraqi authorities to launch an urgent manhunt, while international observers warn
Air-to-air combat signals dramatic escalation after missile and drone interceptions over Doha Qatar has announced that its air force successfully shot down two Iranian SU-24 fighter jets and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones, marking what analysts describe as one of the most serious escalations in the Gulf region in recent years. According to
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European markets face fresh energy shock as shipping through strait of Hormuz stalls and Qatar halts LNG output Global gas markets were shaken after European benchmark natural gas prices jumped nearly 50% in a single trading session — the largest surge since the 2022 energy crisis. The rally follows heightened military tensions in the Middle
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Energy markets brace for $100 crude as middle east war disrupts global shipments and fuels economic uncertainty Brent Crude Spikes 10% Amid Escalating Iran Conflict Global oil markets reacted sharply after renewed military conflict in the Middle East triggered fears of supply disruptions. Brent crude surged approximately 10% in over-the-counter trading to around $80 per
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explosive military operation claims life of Iran’s top leader amid escalating Middle East conflict and sparks fears of wider regional war Middle East Shaken as Iran’s Supreme Leader Is Reported Killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led the Islamic Republic since 1989, has been confirmed dead following joint United States and Israeli military
Us and israel strike iran as trump says attacks give iranians a chance to topple their rulers A major new phase of conflict has erupted in the middle east after the united states and israel launched wide-ranging strikes on iran, with president donald trump publicly framing the action as an opportunity for iranians to “topple
