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As the US and Israel went to war with Iran this year, Reza Pahlavi, son of the last shah, sought to position himself as the leader of a transitional government. But despite early momentum, Western skepticism and strategic missteps have raised questions about his viability.
South Korean stocks closed higher Tuesday, recovering from the previous session's sharp plunge, as retail investors bought the dip amid lingering concerns over AI investments and Middle East tensions. The KOSPI gained 1.62 percent, while the Korean won weakened against the dollar.
Michelle Park Steel, the new U.S. ambassador to South Korea, officially began her duties by submitting credentials to the foreign ministry and meeting with Foreign Minister Cho Hyun. The two discussed strengthening bilateral relations amid pending issues such as tensions over Coupang's data breach and Seoul's investment pledges. National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac also met with Steel for the first time.
The US-led Board of Peace has stated that Israel's withdrawal from Gaza will only proceed after Hamas fully disarms, following a meeting between its director and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Hamas remains committed to the ceasefire's second phase, while regional countries condemn ongoing Israeli strikes.
Former senior Israeli security official Avner Vilan said Iran believes it holds a strategic advantage because the US is avoiding broader conflict. He warned that Israel could be blamed if renewed US strikes fail, and noted Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz gives it a sense of victory.
The Trump administration's campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court has drawn international criticism, with Amnesty International condemning it as reprehensible. The US argues the court is a threat to sovereignty and has imposed sanctions on its officials, while also lobbying other countries to leave the ICC.
Tom Holland and Zendaya are enjoying unprecedented box office success with simultaneous hits 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and 'The Odyssey'. The couple, recently married, continue to captivate audiences and critics alike.
US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace assured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel's withdrawal from Gaza will only begin after Hamas's complete disarmament, following Israeli objections to a phased withdrawal plan. Two members of Netanyahu's security cabinet had urged tearing up the deal, while the board and Israel reached a 'common understanding' on shared objectives.
As Lebanon marks six years since the Beirut port explosion, President Joseph Aoun is urging the judiciary to issue a long-awaited indictment. The investigation, completed in March, has been stalled by political and legal wrangling, with families of victims still demanding accountability.
As the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak reaches record levels, a new UN-backed treatment centre opens in the hardest-hit province, while peacekeeping forces are deployed to protect medical facilities amid ongoing violence and community mistrust.
A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile off Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, the latest in a series of maritime incidents. Iran and Oman reportedly agreed on shipping routes, but the US naval blockade and continued hostilities keep the strategic waterway volatile.
Mauricio Pochettino has agreed to a four-year contract extension as head coach of the US men's national soccer team, keeping him at the helm through the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The announcement follows the team's round-of-16 finish at the 2026 World Cup, which the US hosted.
Cuba's national grid suffered a second nationwide power cut in a day, the sixth this year, disrupting restoration efforts. Power returned to parts of Havana and several provinces, but unfavorable weather again interrupted the process. The government blames US sanctions and embargoes, while aging infrastructure is also cited.
US President Donald Trump insists negotiations with Iran are ongoing, calling it Tehran's "last chance before decapitation," while Iran's Foreign Ministry denies talks with Washington, saying its discussions are with Oman. The dispute centers on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's nuclear program, with multiple sources reporting Trump's ultimatum and Iran's skepticism.
A coalition of 25 US states, mostly led by Democrats, filed a lawsuit on Monday challenging the Trump administration's latest tariffs on goods from 60 trading partners. The states argue the tariffs exceed presidential authority and are a pretext to reimpose levies struck down by the Supreme Court, while the White House insists the measures are legal.
US President Donald Trump says negotiations with Iran are under way, calling them Tehran's 'last chance' to secure a deal, but Iran denies holding talks with Washington, saying it is speaking to Oman about the Strait of Hormuz.
Seoul shares opened higher on Tuesday, tracking overnight gains on Wall Street amid lingering Middle East uncertainty and an AI-driven rally. The KOSPI opened 1.5 percent higher, though large-cap stocks were mixed.
Cuba's national electricity grid has collapsed once more, plunging the island into darkness and marking another major outage in a series of failures. The blackout comes amid ongoing fuel shortages, aging infrastructure, and a US-imposed oil blockade, with reports indicating three previous nationwide outages in July.
US President Donald Trump has criticized oil giants including Chevron for high petrol prices, while Chevron reported record quarterly profits. The conflict with Iran has kept oil prices elevated, drawing criticism and warnings from economists.
Two key Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, have agreed to support Todd Blanche's nomination for US attorney general after he formally rescinded a controversial $1.8bn fund. The fund, created as part of a settlement between Donald Trump and the IRS, had sparked bipartisan backlash over potential payments to Trump allies.