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A new Tel Aviv University report shows antisemitic incidents rose in Canada, the UK, Australia, and other countries in 2025, even after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The number of Jews murdered in antisemitic attacks in Western countries hit a record high, with the Bondi Beach shooting the deadliest incident.
At least six people have been killed in a new wave of Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon, with reports of an attack on a Red Cross centre. Israel says it is close to taking control of Bint Jbeil, while diplomatic talks are expected in Washington.
Pope Leo XIV has begun an 11-day tour of four African nations, starting with a historic first papal visit to Algeria. His itinerary includes meetings with President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, visits to key religious sites, and speeches focused on peace, interfaith dialogue, and social justice.
Russian diplomats have expressed serious concern over ongoing hostilities in Lebanon, calling for swift de-escalation and reaffirming support for Lebanon's sovereignty. Moscow also warned that Israeli strikes risk disrupting Middle East negotiations and could lead to renewed armed confrontation, while coordinating with China and BRICS partners on diplomatic efforts.
Turkish officials report that the US and Iran remain committed to the ceasefire following their first round of talks in Islamabad, despite no deal being reached. Turkey is working to facilitate subsequent rounds of negotiations, which will address difficult issues such as the Strait of Hormuz and the nuclear program.
Negotiations in Islamabad between Washington and Tehran concluded without a long-term accord, with analysts pointing to deep structural contradictions and accumulated mistrust. Israel's position narrows the diplomatic space, and both sides appear to be preparing for a possible resumption of active confrontation.
European Union leaders say the conflict in the Middle East has driven up the bloc's fossil fuel import costs by up to €24 billion, prompting calls for diplomacy and new energy partnerships with Gulf states.
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Algeria on Monday for the first-ever papal visit to the country, launching an 11-day African tour aimed at promoting interfaith dialogue and honoring Saint Augustine. The visit was overshadowed by reported suicide attacks near Algiers and a public feud with US President Donald Trump, but proceeded with tight security and a message of peace.
The US Navy has begun blockading Iranian ports, tightening global oil supplies and pushing prices above $100 a barrel. The move aims to pressure Tehran into accepting US terms to end the war, but Iran has condemned it as illegal. Analysts warn of significant economic repercussions for Iran and potential global ripple effects.
US-Iran talks hosted by Pakistan collapsed after nearly 21 hours, with Iran rejecting US demands on uranium enrichment, the Strait of Hormuz, and regional proxies. Washington faces a strategic impasse as oil prices surge and the global economy trembles. With a second round in doubt and contradictory statements from President Trump, the future of diplomacy remains uncertain.
The IDF announces it is completing its final major operation against Hezbollah in Bint Jbil, with no strategic targets remaining in southern Lebanon. However, the military acknowledges ongoing security operations and the establishment of a buffer zone, while casualty figures for Hezbollah fighters vary across reports.
Pope Leo XIV has embarked on an 11-day, four-nation tour of Africa, his most ambitious since his election, focusing on peace, inequality, and interfaith dialogue. The trip includes historic firsts, such as the first papal visit to Algeria, and addresses pressing issues from corruption to religious minorities.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called for a swift resumption of peace negotiations between the US and Iran, urging the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The appeal follows failed talks in Pakistan, with both sides trading blame and the US preparing a naval blockade of the strategic waterway.
US President Donald Trump has announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and Iranian ports, set to take effect Monday, after ceasefire talks in Pakistan collapsed without a deal. Iran has threatened to halt Gulf trade in response, while both sides trade accusations and the conflict continues to claim lives.
Oil prices have surged past $103 a barrel after US President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, following the collapse of ceasefire talks between the US and Iran. The move has injected turmoil into financial markets, with Asian stocks falling and analysts warning of sustained high energy prices.
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir again visited the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem, drawing widespread condemnation from Palestinian and regional actors. The incident comes amid escalated restrictions on worshippers and a broader militarization of East Jerusalem.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited IDF troops in southern Lebanon, vowing to continue operations against Hezbollah. The visit precedes US-brokered talks in Washington, while the Israeli Navy disclosed new operational details, including a rare seaborne raid on Naqura and intelligence-sharing with the US.
The US has begun a naval blockade of Iran, announced by President Trump after failed talks in Islamabad. Trump warned that Iranian ships approaching the blockade would be 'immediately eliminated.' The move has drawn international concern, with Saudi Arabia urging a return to negotiations, and comes amid rising oil prices and regional tensions.
High-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran in Islamabad ended without an agreement, leaving a fragile ceasefire in doubt. The talks, the first direct engagement at this level since 1979, exposed deep divisions over Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz, with each side blaming the other for the lack of progress.
FIFA has turned down Iran's request to move its 2026 World Cup group-stage matches from the United States to Mexico, citing logistical complications, according to Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. The decision comes amid heightened tensions following US-Israel strikes on Iran, with Iranian officials warning that participation could be uncertain without relocation.