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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.
Sarah Rogers, nominee to lead the U.S. Agency for Global Media, told a Senate hearing that free information can transform closed societies, citing North Korean defectors. She pledged to expand USAGM into new media formats and keep Asia a top priority, while also sharpening the agency's challenge to China's propaganda.
Republican senators have postponed a Senate Judiciary Committee vote on Todd Blanche, President Trump's pick for attorney general, citing concerns over his loyalty and a controversial $1.8bn 'anti-weaponisation' fund. The delay highlights intraparty friction as Blanche's nomination faces an uncertain path to confirmation.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned Ukrainian attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea infrastructure, saying they threaten global energy stability and harm the interests of Kazakhstan and the US. The CPC reported a drone attack on two tankers, prompting a suspension of oil shipments.
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.
Russian officials accused Ukrainian President Zelensky of escalating the conflict and being unable to negotiate, while calling for a diplomatic settlement that respects Russian laws. These statements come from TASS, highlighting Moscow's stance on the Ukraine conflict.
Lebanese lawyers have filed a complaint against billionaire banker Antoun Sehnaoui, accusing him of communicating with Israel after he allegedly co-hosted a dinner attended by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington. An arrest warrant has been issued and the case may be transferred to a military tribunal, where Sehnaoui could face treason charges.
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.
The United States military conducted strikes on Iran in retaliation for Iranian attacks on US bases in Jordan, with Central Command describing the action as a 'powerful response.' The strikes lasted two hours and hit dozens of targets, as reported. The conflict has drawn in regional proxies, with Saudi Arabia and the US also striking militant bases in Iraq and Israel accusing Hezbollah of a truce violation.
US GDP grew at a 1.5% annualised rate in Q2, down from 2.1% in Q1, amid a widening trade deficit. Consumer spending surged 3.2%, supported by larger tax refunds, while petrol prices rose due to Middle East tensions.
The European Commission announced a call for tenders to build seven AI gigafactories with €10 billion in public funding, aiming to attract at least €20 billion in private investments. The facilities are intended to boost the EU's computing independence and close the technology gap with the US and China.
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.
Joe Root has been reappointed England men's Test captain, with former New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming named head coach following the sacking of Brendon McCullum. The ECB also confirmed squad changes ahead of the Pakistan series, including Dan Lawrence's recall and the release of five players to county cricket.
Patrick Stevenson, a 20-year-old Australian, faces possible execution in Syria for the alleged murder of another Australian. His family has gone public, expressing frustration with the federal government's lack of progress and questioning the fairness of the trial and the confession.
The Lahore High Court has granted interim protective bail to Noreen Niazi, sister of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, in a case registered by Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency over social media content deemed offensive. The case stems from her remarks about last year's India-Pakistan military conflict, which she alleged was orchestrated to improve the military's image.
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.
The Bank of England kept UK interest rates at 3.75% amid warnings that a further escalation in the Iran war could drive inflation above 4% next year. Chancellor John Healey said the government is standing by to prevent price gouging, while economists flagged risks of higher oil prices forcing future rate hikes.
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.
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega has proposed a constitutional reform extending the presidential term to seven years and barring opposition members deemed 'traitors' or 'coup plotters' from elections. The government-controlled National Assembly is expected to approve the measure in September.
US Central Command struck dozens of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in Iran overnight Wednesday, including command centers, missile and drone facilities and coastal defense sites, with at least three people killed on Qeshm island. Iran's IRGC said it would hit back against the "aggressor," as suspected Iranian strikes were reported on Kuwait and Jordan, while a US official said the attacks did not mark the resumption of large-scale combat operations and President Trump said Washington would continue striking.