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Iran has rejected an Omani proposal for joint oversight of the Strait of Hormuz, offering its own counterproposal that would give Tehran more control. The exchange comes amid a US-Israel war on Iran, which led to the strait's closure and subsequent diplomatic efforts to reopen it.
As a potentially record-strength El Nino intensifies, experts warn it could compound the effects of ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, threatening global food security. With risks of reduced rice output, higher food inflation, and continued acute hunger, the world faces a potential 'perfect storm.'
A severe heat wave gripping South Korea has set multiple temperature records, including an all-time high of 42°C in Yangsan, Busan's highest in 122 years, and Seoul's first readings above 40°C. The Korea Meteorological Administration attributes the prolonged heat to the dual influence of the North Pacific High and Tibetan High pressure systems.
Australian headline inflation fell to 3.8% in June, down from 4% in May, raising hopes that the Reserve Bank will hold rates steady at its August meeting. Underlying inflation remains at 3.6%, still above the RBA's target, prompting cautious optimism among economists and officials.
US President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House in a session closed to the media, amid reports that Trump expressed irritation over Netanyahu's public disclosure of their planned discussion topics on Iran. The strain reflects broader disagreements over the Iran conflict and US involvement in the Middle East.
A bipartisan group of US senators has agreed on a bill to impose sweeping sanctions on Russia, targeting its leadership, state banks, and energy projects, as well as introducing 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian oil and gas. The bill faces opposition from House Democrats and concerns from experts about potential fallout in US-China relations and economic harm to the US.
Newly released documentary footage shows the late Sen. Lindsey Graham claiming credit for persuading President Donald Trump to attack Iran, saying he 'almost cried' with joy when the conflict began. The footage, reported by Al Jazeera, also shows Graham offering to lobby Trump to attack Lebanon on behalf of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
An Iran expert has urged the UK government to shut down the Islamic Center of England, claiming it operates as an office for Iran's supreme leader. The charity has been granted a visa sponsorship license despite past allegations of ties to the IRGC and a formal reprimand for anti-Israel content. The Home Office says it will act if wrongdoing is found.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US President Donald Trump at the White House for the first time since the Iran war began. The closed-door talks focused on the conflict, amid public disagreements and a recent escalation in hostilities.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US President Donald Trump in Washington, their first face-to-face talks since the start of the Iran war. The meeting coincides with renewed diplomatic efforts, including upcoming Israel-Lebanon talks and regional outreach by Israel and Syria.
German prosecutors say the man who rammed a van into a crowd near Berlin's Pride festival left a video on his phone pledging allegiance to Islamic State. The attack killed one woman and injured 29 others, and the suspect was shot dead by police during a manhunt.
The Pentagon has introduced a new casualty category, 'Overseas Operations,' for personnel killed and wounded in the Iran war starting July 7, effectively splitting the conflict's casualty count. Veterans, including a retired rear admiral and a Marine Corps veteran, criticize the move as disrespectful, while the Trump administration argues the April ceasefire pauses the clock on the conflict's initial period. The change draws criticism from lawmakers Thomas Massie and Kirsten Gillibrand.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House to secure continued support amid ongoing Russian strikes. The visit comes as Ukraine launches over 390 drones at the Moscow region and as relations between the two leaders show signs of improvement.
Australia's federal and Western Australian governments have announced a $4 million pre-feasibility study into building the country's first new oil refinery in more than 60 years, as the Middle East war disrupts global fuel supplies. The proposed facility, led by Perth-based Perdaman, would be located in Western Australia and aims to reduce the nation's reliance on imported liquid fuels.
US President Donald Trump says 'very friendly negotiations' are ongoing with Iran and expresses hope for a breakthrough, while Tehran denies direct talks. Both sides have held fire for a third straight day, and oil prices dipped amid hopes of de-escalation.
Formula One has announced that Malaysia's Sepang circuit will host a rescheduled Bahrain Grand Prix on October 4, following the war in Iran and cancellation of other races. The event, dubbed 'Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia', offers tourism benefits and a potential one-off return for Malaysia.
Yemen's Houthi movement has announced a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia, threatening vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The move escalates regional tensions amid the US-Iran conflict and has drawn reactions from Pakistan, while analysts warn of global economic consequences.
The US has signed a civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, allowing the kingdom to build reactors and enrich uranium, raising concerns about nuclear proliferation, especially in the context of the US-Iran conflict and the lack of IAEA oversight.
Just one in three Americans support the US war with Iran, with most saying President Donald Trump has not clearly explained its goals, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. The findings come as other surveys show his approval rating near record lows and public concern over the conflict's economic impact.
The United States and Iran have paused hostilities for a third day, with Qatari and Pakistani mediators working to restart ceasefire talks. Reports indicate diplomatic efforts are underway, though Tehran denies direct negotiations, and the conflict's economic costs are mounting.