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A Kremlin adviser has warned that British factories producing drones for Ukraine could be attacked from 'unknown sources' after the UK agreed to share long-range missile blueprints. The warning came as Prime Minister Andy Burnham made his first foreign trip to Ukraine, where he reiterated support and signed a defence agreement.
The US State Department announced sweeping sanctions against nearly 60 entities, individuals, and vessels linked to Iran's military activities, cyber threats, and illicit oil trade, under 'Operation Economic Outcast'. The measures target Iranian military officials, cyber groups, and shadow fleet operators, with rewards of up to $10 million for information on key figures.
The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for President Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting to move forward, though it remains unclear how much can be implemented before the midterms. Legal challenges continue as states prepare to send mail ballots to voters in the coming weeks.
President Trump dismisses economic disapproval polls, a Louisiana family mourns a rare amoeba death, and dangerous driving trends emerge. Also covered: procrastination's mental toll, a forged Greek stadium scam, and more.
Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismissed US economic threats, saying trading partners do not take them seriously. His remarks follow US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's warning of new sanctions and President Trump's announcement of 'economic warfare' against Iran.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons, without providing details. The statement, made during a phone interview, has intensified political discourse ahead of elections, with reports suggesting the alleged plot was known for months under a gag order.
The United States has formally removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, ending a designation that had been in place since 1979. The move, which also revoked the terrorist designation of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham, is seen as a vote of confidence in President Ahmed al-Sharaa's government and aims to boost investment in the country.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons, without providing details or naming which son. The allegation came during a Channel 14 interview, as he called for enhanced security for political candidates and as Israel heads toward elections and negotiations over Lebanon.
Australia defeated China 89-79 in the final of the 2026 FIBA U18 Asia Cup at the Veer Savarkar Indoor Stadium in Ahmedabad, securing their third overall title and second consecutive championship. Jai Fa'ale led the winners with 19 points, while the Indian Olympic Association congratulated the team and praised Ahmedabad's hosting.
The US Treasury announced new sanctions against Iran, described as an 'economic D-Day', but stopped short of designating Chinese financial institutions. Analysts say the effectiveness of the campaign hinges on whether Washington is prepared to confront China, Iran's main economic lifeline, and risk damaging bilateral ties ahead of a Trump-Xi summit.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled an 'economic D-Day' campaign targeting Iran, vowing to sever its financial lifelines and threatening consequences for countries that continue dealings with Tehran. The announcement comes as the war sparked by US and Israeli bombings nearly six months ago has reached a stalemate, with oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz severely disrupted.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to double tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, auto parts, and steel to 50% starting January 1, 2027, escalating a trade conflict following the collapse of bilateral negotiations. Canada has vowed dollar-for-dollar retaliation, with both sides blaming each other for the breakdown.
The UK Foreign Office has updated its travel advice, warning against all travel to 36 countries due to conflicts and other risks. Travellers who ignore the advice risk invalidating their insurance and facing limited consular assistance. The advice covers both whole countries and specific regions, with some destinations now under 'all but essential travel' advisories.
The UK Foreign Office has issued travel warnings against all travel to 36 countries and all-but-essential travel advice for others, citing risks such as armed conflict, civil unrest, and natural disasters. Travellers are warned that going against the advice invalidates insurance and complicates consular help.
The Trump administration unveiled 'Operation Economic Outcast,' a sweeping expansion of secondary sanctions targeting Iran's financial lifelines, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described an 'economic D-Day.' President Trump declared Iran 'completely collapsing,' while Tehran dismissed the measures as a sign of American desperation.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has threatened Iran with the 'largest coordinated economic isolation campaign in world history', vowing to sever economic ties and isolate any nation partnering with Tehran. Iran dismissed the remarks, warning it could shut oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz, while markets showed limited reaction with oil prices edging lower.
According to the Henley Passport Index, South African passport holders can travel to 101 destinations without a prior visa. The ranking places the country 50th or 96th globally, depending on the report, with regional highlights across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
Wheat supplies face a triple threat from conflict, extreme weather, and trade disputes, with major exporters like the US, Russia, and Australia all affected. Experts warn of rising food costs and heightened risks for import-dependent poor nations.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an expansion of sanctions against Iran, calling it 'an economic D-Day' and warning countries to sever financial ties with Tehran or face retaliation. The announcement came as Iran's currency hit a record low, with food prices soaring and the IMF forecasting a sharp GDP contraction.
Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority has blacklisted 45 tankers for violating transit rules, warning of fines, detention, and cargo confiscation, and threatening action against vessels involved in ship-to-ship transfers with the listed ships. The move escalates tensions with the U.S., which has threatened new sanctions, amid a conflict that has sharply reduced traffic through the key waterway.