Browsing: Middle East

On Sunday, Yemen’s Houthi rebels attacked a Liberian-flagged, Greek-owned bulk carrier, the Magic Seas, in the Red Sea using grenade fire and bomb-carrying drones, forcing its crew to abandon ship.

An Israeli reservist recounted that his unit was ordered to shoot anyone entering defined “no-go zones,” often resulting in civilian casualties irrespective of perceived threats.

The UK has reinstated diplomatic relations with Syria for the first time in 14 years, as Foreign Secretary David Lammy visits Damascus and meets key officials, including interim president Ahmed al Sharaa.

Iran’s supreme leader made a public appearance amidst rising tensions with Israel and the US, receiving a warm reception from supporters who chanted a Shia victory chant.

The potential for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza hinges on Hamas’s acceptance, amidst ongoing rigid positions from both sides of the negotiation.

The Tadamon massacre, where over 41 men were executed, reignites concerns about accountability as regime affiliates are released under a peace initiative.

President Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle US sanctions on Syria, aiming to integrate the country into the international financial system.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has called for accelerated ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, declaring, “MAKE THE DEAL IN GAZA. GET THE HOSTAGES BACK!!!”.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting condemned the anti-IDF chants by rap punk duo Bob Vylan at Glastonbury Festival, calling them “appalling” and raising concerns over the BBC’s broadcast of the incident.

Tens of thousands of Palestinians have fled eastern Gaza City after the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) issued warnings on social media about a “major offensive” extending into the city centre to dismantle Hamas military capacities.

Thousands mourned in Tehran for 60 individuals, including military commanders and scientists, killed during Iran’s recent conflict with Israel.

The head of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) disputes UN casualty figures, alleging a “disinformation campaign” against their aid efforts.

Israel has closed the Zikim crossing, the primary aid route into northern Gaza, halting the most direct deliveries to the region most in need.

“New intelligence” says US bombing of Iran did severe damage to Iran’s nuclear sites despite the leaked report from the US intelligence.

President Trump hailed the US bombing of Iran’s nuclear sites a success, a US Defence Intelligence Agency report counters that the attacks only set Iran’s programme back by a few months, not obliterate it.

Donald Trump announced non-retaliation against Iran’s missile attack, framing US intervention as a preventive measure to avoid foreign wars, showcasing strategic success without American casualties.

Iran has implemented an internet shutdown and throttled speeds to control information flow, limiting access to news to state-controlled sources only.

A “complete and total ceasefire” between Israel and Iran has been announced by Donald Trump, set to begin shortly after his announcement on Truth Social.

Qatar reported no casualties at the US al Udeid military base after air defences intercepted Iranian missiles targeting the facility.

The head of the IAEA, Rafael Grossi, emphasised that armed attacks on nuclear facilities pose severe risks of radioactive releases and must not occur.

Ship tracking around Iran’s Tombak port shows vessels appearing to be arranged in a circle on land, indicating possible GPS interference rather than actual positioning.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi delivered a stern warning following US airstrikes on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, calling the attacks a “heinous crime” that risks “everlasting consequences” for international security.

The 21 Arab and Muslim-majority countries collectively condemned Israel’s recent attacks on Iran, expressing concern over escalating tensions in the region.

The United States has launched attacks on three Iranian uranium enrichment sites, marking its entry into the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.

During an emergency Security Council meeting, Iran condemned US actions as “blatant aggression” and asserted the need for a strong global response against these “crimes.”