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Pakistan has insisted that negotiations between the US and Iran remain ongoing, even as Washington launched a heavy wave of strikes in retaliation for attacks on Jordan. The conflict has widened, with Saudi Arabia joining US strikes in Iraq, Egypt facing its first drone attack, and Jordan and Kuwait reporting new incidents.
US President Donald Trump announced that the Board of Peace has reached a 'historic' agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza, with Israel to withdraw as disarmament is completed. Hamas officials confirmed an agreement, but Israel has not responded, and experts express skepticism about both sides' willingness to follow through.
Khalil El-Halabi, a 44-year UNRWA veteran, writes in the Jerusalem Post about losing his home and breaking his arm during an evacuation, while urging leaders and US President Donald Trump to pursue dialogue over war.
Iran's Armed Forces have carried out drone strikes on US military facilities in Bahrain and Jordan, targeting fuel tanks, warehouses, and other infrastructure. The attacks come amid a renewed escalation in US-Iranian tensions following the breakdown of a ceasefire agreement.
At least four Palestinians, including two children, were killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza as mediators held talks with Hamas in Cairo to advance a US-brokered peace plan. The strikes hit Khan Younis, Bureij, and Gaza City, while negotiators reported progress on disarmament and governance.
Analysts examine Iran's recent missile strike on a US base in Jordan, suggesting that Tehran may view a controlled conflict as more advantageous than a fragile peace. The article explores the strategic logic, proxy network, and nuclear program that underpin Iran's decisions.
European football's governing body UEFA and its 55 member federations have agreed to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, in protest at President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors. The move comes amid threats of legal action and could impact upcoming tournaments, including the Women's Under-20 World Cup in Poland.
A QatarEnergy-controlled LNG tanker has exited the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since July 11, according to ship-tracking data. Reports indicate Pakistan reached an agreement with Iran to ensure the safe passage of at least one Qatari tanker amid regional tensions.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it destroyed three F-35 jets and damaged three more at a US base in Jordan, while US Central Command insists no aircraft were hit. The claims come amid an escalation that began on July 8.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump discussed a range of options for dealing with Iran, from a negotiated deal to continued blockade and potential military action. Netanyahu denied pressuring Trump to escalate the conflict and expressed skepticism about a deal with Iran. The discussions also covered Israel's military presence in southern Syria and future US military aid to Israel.
Shell reported $9.84bn in net profit for the second quarter, more than double year-on-year and its strongest quarterly result in four years, as oil and gas prices surged due to the Middle East conflict. Production in its integrated gas division fell 30% amid a strike in Qatar. Environmental campaigners renewed calls for a windfall tax.
UEFA has called an emergency meeting of its 55 members and voted unanimously to boycott FIFA competitions in protest of FIFA's plan to create a $20 billion commercial subsidiary and sell a minority stake to investors. German football officials and Bundesliga club executives have also voiced strong criticism, with FIFA setting a September 19 deadline for member associations to express written support.
Khalil al-Hayya, the newly elected head of Hamas's political bureau, met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin, who reaffirmed Turkey's support for the Palestinian cause. Reports also indicate Hamas is relocating some activities to Turkey, while Qatar continues to host its leadership.
Israeli politicians have intensified rhetoric against Turkey and Syria, with a government minister calling for the closure of the Turkish Consulate in Jerusalem. A new report alleges Turkey is pursuing a long-term campaign to expand its influence in Jerusalem and support Hamas. The analysis examines the historical context and current tensions.
Jordanian air defenses intercepted five missiles launched from Iranian territory on July 30, according to the Petra news agency, with no injuries reported. The incident is part of a broader escalation in the US-Iran conflict that began on July 8, following US strikes and the end of the ceasefire.
The United States military has launched an eleventh consecutive night of strikes against Iran, with explosions reported in Tabriz, Tehran, and several southern cities. CENTCOM says the strikes aim to degrade Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iranian officials report attacks near Ahwaz and Qeshm Island.
FIFA has charged two Argentina players and an assistant coach with assault following the World Cup final loss to Spain, and the Argentine football federation over a political banner about the Falkland Islands. The charges also include discriminatory fan chants and object throwing during the tournament. Decisions will be announced later by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee.
Formula 1 has set a mid-September deadline to decide whether its final rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi can proceed, with CEO Stefano Domenicali saying the season would end in Europe if they cannot. The decision comes after races in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain were called off due to the war in Iran.
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.
US diplomats staged a walkout during a UN Security Council meeting after France accused Washington of abandoning its role as a human rights leader. The clash follows a contentious vote on the reappointment of UN human rights chief Volker Türk, which the US opposed.