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Following the passing of Qatar's Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, tributes highlight his role in establishing Al Jazeera in 1996, a network that reshaped Arab media and gave voice to the marginalized. Colleagues recall his commitment to free and independent journalism, despite regional and international pressures.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to close all other export corridors benefiting the US and its allies, following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the US naval blockade. US strikes continue, while Houthi forces in Yemen fired missiles at Saudi Arabia, escalating regional tensions.
The US has reinstated a naval blockade on Iranian ports following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. US forces have disabled vessels attempting to breach the blockade, while Iran says its control over the waterway will not be compromised.
The United States has launched strikes against Iran, with bombings reported in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm, and Ahvaz, and Iran retaliating with attacks on Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The US naval blockade on Iranian ports has resumed, and President Trump has reversed a plan to charge a toll on cargo through the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has entered its sixth day, with the International Energy Agency warning about energy security.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and US President Donald Trump announced that all US troops will leave Iraq by September 30, ending a 23-year military presence. The withdrawal is tied to Iraq's commitment to disarm Iran-backed militias and a new economic partnership with US companies.
US President Donald Trump threatened to escalate strikes against Iran, targeting power plants and bridges next week unless Tehran negotiates. US forces have carried out strikes for a fourth day and reimposed a naval blockade, while tensions spread across the region.
The US and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes over the Strait of Hormuz, with Washington targeting Iranian provinces and Tehran hitting Gulf states and shipping. The escalation has undermined the June 17 memorandum of understanding, while oil markets reacted with a 3.5% price rise.
US President Donald Trump has abandoned a proposed 20% fee on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, instead opting for trade and investment deals with Gulf states. The decision follows 'highly productive conversations' with Middle East leadership, according to Trump.
US President Donald Trump has abandoned his proposal to charge a 20% fee on cargo shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, saying he will instead pursue trade and investment agreements with Gulf states. The reversal came hours before the US naval blockade of Iranian ports was set to take effect, as US and Iranian forces continued to trade strikes across the region.
President Donald Trump has proposed that the US take over the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20% toll on cargo, a plan that has drawn expert skepticism and criticism from Brazilian President Lula, who called it 'piracy'.
Qatar's Father Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, has died at the age of 74, prompting a wave of condolences from regional and world leaders. Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has been receiving dignitaries and mourners at Lusail Palace, while a four-day public mourning period has been declared.
The United States has carried out a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran and announced the reimposition of a naval blockade on Iranian ports, with President Trump threatening further escalation. The UAE reported that two of its oil tankers were hit by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guards accused the US of jeopardising global oil and gas supplies.
President Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, imposing a 20% toll on eligible cargo, but reversed the toll the next day. The move highlights the fragile ceasefire and the strategic importance of the waterway, with Iran and the US at odds over control.
The United States launched new airstrikes on Iran, prompting retaliation against Gulf Arab states and tankers. As tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump has warned of further strikes, while oil prices have risen.
The US military has launched a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps announced missile and drone attacks on US facilities in Bahrain. Both sides accuse each other of violating the interim agreement that had ended fighting in June.
US President Donald Trump has declared the reinstatement of a naval blockade targeting Iranian vessels and cargo in the Strait of Hormuz, while stating the United States will act as guardian of the waterway and impose a 20 percent charge on cargo. The move follows renewed military exchanges between US and Iranian forces, including reported Iranian missile strikes on UAE tankers.
According to OPEC data, seven OPEC+ countries voluntarily cutting output produced 22.988 million barrels per day in June 2026, missing their agreed target of 29.548 million bpd by 6.56 million bpd. Russia fell 834,000 bpd short of its quota, while Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Kuwait recorded larger shortfalls. The compensation period for past overproduction was extended to end-December 2026, and August quotas were raised by 188,000 bpd.
The Middle East has seen a significant escalation in US-Iran hostilities, with new strikes reported on both sides. Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced attacks on Gulf nations, while the US continued targeting Iranian military sites. Diplomatic efforts, including Pakistan's mediation, face challenges.
Oil prices surged more than 3% after renewed military strikes between the US and Iran raised concerns about shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. While Iran claims it has closed the strait, US officials and Central Command say it remains open. Gulf oil exports have recovered from May lows but remain below pre-war levels.
President Donald Trump announced the US will take control of the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20% toll on cargo, prompting Iranian officials to assert Tehran's continued guardianship of the waterway. The proposal has drawn criticism from an Israeli security expert who says it validates Iran's own fee demands.