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The White House says the latest stage of President Trump's trade policy will be unveiled Thursday, with new tariffs expected to replace the current 10% regime. The announcement follows a contentious Senate hearing where US trade representative Jamieson Greer denied tariffs have raised prices for American families.
Iranian authorities have executed at least three individuals this week in connection with nationwide protests in January, with courts also handing down additional death sentences. The actions have drawn scrutiny from human rights groups, while officials describe the unrest as a foreign-orchestrated coup.
The United States is expected to proceed with a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, prompting concerns in Israel and the region. The deal, which may include uranium enrichment rights for Riyadh, could impact the Middle East's balance of power. The UAE and Israel are closely watching the pact's terms, which appear to lack provisions for normalization with Israel.
US intelligence is investigating whether Russia helped Iran target CIA facilities in the Gulf, following drone attacks in March. Reports suggest Russian-supplied technology and targeting support may have enhanced Iran's strike capabilities. The investigation is ongoing, with no firm conclusions reached.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi arrived in Tehran on July 23 and met with President Masoud Pezeshkian, focusing on bilateral cooperation, regional security, and the signing of agreements. The visit follows his recent trip to Washington, highlighting Iraq's balancing act between the US and Iran.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, addressing the 33rd Asean Regional Forum ministerial meeting in Manila, highlighted eight challenges to global peaceful coexistence, including the Kashmir dispute and India's placement of the Indus Water Treaty in abeyance. He also noted Pakistan's role in facilitating a US-Iran ceasefire, condemned terrorism from Afghan soil, reaffirmed the One-China principle, and underscored climate change as a common threat.
US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran and Yemen's Houthi rebels will face 'major military punishment' if the Houthis attack ships again. The warning follows Houthi strikes on two Saudi oil tankers and the group's announcement of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia. The European Union has also condemned the attacks and called for an end to actions endangering international shipping.
The Houthi movement has declared a maritime blockade on Saudi shipping in the Red Sea, escalating a years-long conflict and raising concerns about global energy supplies. Attacks on Saudi tankers and threats to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait have prompted warnings of force from the Saudi-led coalition. The move comes amid heightened US-Iran tensions and follows a recent dispute over flights to Sanaa airport.
US President Donald Trump has said a civilian nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia will only be approved if Riyadh joins the Abraham Accords and normalises relations with Israel. The condition has cast doubt on the agreement, as Saudi Arabia has long refused to recognise Israel without a pathway to Palestinian statehood.
Mali's government has dismissed reports that the US is considering military action against the al-Qaeda-linked group JNIM. The reports, attributed to The Washington Post, suggest the Trump administration is divided over potential strikes, with National Security Council official Sebastian Gorka as a leading advocate. Mali's Foreign Minister says there has been no official confirmation from Washington.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have signed a nuclear cooperation agreement that could allow the kingdom to enrich uranium. The deal, signed by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, includes a bilateral safeguards agreement and is expected to expand American nuclear exports, but it has drawn criticism over nonproliferation concerns and faced potential conditions from President Trump.
The House passed a $1.15 trillion defense authorization bill in a near-party-line vote, sparking bipartisan criticism over a provision expanding U.S.-Israel military technology cooperation and a Trump-backed voting restrictions measure. Critics warn of sovereignty and national security risks.
Yemen's Houthis said they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, while the U.S. carried out strikes on Iranian targets for a 12th consecutive night. The incidents mark an escalation in the Middle East conflict, with oil prices surging and several countries responding to threats.
The US has carried out consecutive nights of strikes against Iran, while Iran has retaliated against US assets and allies in the Gulf, including UAE-flagged oil tankers. Explosions have been reported across Iranian provinces, and oil prices have risen sharply.
easyJet has reported a 70% drop in pre-tax profits due to soaring fuel costs and later bookings linked to the conflict in Iran. Ryanair also saw a 34% decline in profits, with both airlines facing headwinds from higher oil prices and consumer hesitancy.
The United States Central Command has rejected Iran's assertion that it controls the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that the waterway remains open for transit. Tensions have escalated with Iran's Gulf neighbors attacked and the strait's closure announced, while the US military says it has helped hundreds of ships transit since May.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Manila for more than half an hour, discussing the situation in Ukraine and bilateral diplomatic issues. According to Russian officials, Lavrov conveyed Moscow's readiness for negotiations and warned against further arms supplies to Kyiv.
South Korea's men's football team will face Saudi Arabia and Qatar in Group D at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, while the women's team will meet North Korea. The draw took place in Nagoya, Japan, on Thursday.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering expanding military operations against Iran, with options including intensified bombing, seizing Strait of Hormuz islands, and striking energy facilities. US and Israeli officials suggest an expansion could occur within days as the US bolsters forces in the Middle East.
Yemen's Houthis claimed missile and drone attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, part of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia. US forces launched a 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while diplomatic efforts, including a US-Saudi nuclear agreement, proceed amid global oil supply concerns.