- Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey sign joint defence pact amid Iran’s Hormuz deal updates
- Burnham explores options to prevent early release of PC Harper’s killers
- Women marry Russian soldiers to secure death payouts as war continues
- Drone explodes near Bulgarian gas pipeline border with Romania
- Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general amid political concerns
- EU condemns latest Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, Yemen.
- Ukraine condemns Russian missile strikes as civilian casualties rise
- South Korea football association apologises over allegations of sexual services to referees
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Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have formalised a historic joint defence pact, committing to mutual support in the event of an attack. Concurrently, Iran reiterated its plans to finalise a deal with Oman to co-manage the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
The Pentagon has revoked Frank Kendall’s eligibility for classified information, accusing the former Air Force Secretary of leaking details regarding Air Force One’s capabilities. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed the action, following concerns raised by media reports about the aircraft’s security features.
U.S. journalist Reza Valizadeh has sent a new recording from Evin Prison, detailing his worsening conditions and those of fellow detainee Kamran Hekmati, who was recently returned to prison after a brief medical leave. Valizadeh reported inadequate medical care and concerns about tuberculosis spreading among prisoners.
Donald Trump has arrived in Saudi Arabia, marking the start of his first major overseas visit during his second term as US president. The tour will also include stops in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, with business deals expected to dominate the agenda.
As President Donald Trump embarks on a three-nation trip to the Middle East, he is set to address significant geopolitical crises, including the ongoing war in Gaza, escalating tensions with Iran regarding its nuclear programme, and India-Pakistan relations.
Hamas announced on Monday that it had released Edan Alexander, believed to be the last living US hostage in Gaza, as it strives to restart ceasefire talks.
In September 2023, crowds packed Times Square, cheering, and taking pictures as Sean “Diddy” Combs received the key to the city, an honour bestowed on him by the New York City mayor who called Combs the “bad boy of entertainment”.
Prosecutors accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of operating a criminal enterprise involving sex trafficking, racketeering, and threatening former girlfriend Cassie with the release of personal videos to maintain control over her.
The United States and China have agreed to a temporary reduction in the tariffs they impose on each other’s imports, marking a significant—if short-term—easing in trade tensions between the two economic powers.
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