Kurdistan Region hopes for stability with new Iraq Prime Minister
Iraq’s prime minister is chosen by Shi’ite political parties to reflect the fact that Shi’ites are the largest group in Iraq, while the Kurds receive the presidency.
Middle East
Yemen says oil tanker hijacked off Shabwa coast, heads towards Somali waters
'Be our voice': Brutalized Iranians speak of loved ones taken by the Islamic regime
Iranian official says conflict with US 'likely' to restart after Trump rejects proposal
UAE bars citizens from traveling to Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq
Authorities instructed UAE citizens in these countries to contact the ministry through its emergency line for assistance.
US says Aoun-Netanyahu meeting could help restore Lebanese control in southern Lebanon
The US Embassy in Beirut said that Lebanon stood “at a crossroads,” adding that direct engagement with Israel “can mark the beginning of a national revival.”
Who owns Novitex: Iran's largest crypto exchange used by IRGC to move millions - explainer
Since Nobitex was founded by the two brothers under an alternative family name, it has processed between tens and hundreds of millions of dollars in transactions linked to sanctioned groups.
US blockade costs Iran $4.8 billion, US Navy acting 'sort of like pirates,' Trump says - report
According to Pentagon officials, over 40 vessels carrying oil and other contraband have been redirected by the US military since the blockade began on April 13th.
Fighting with US 'likely' to resume after rejection of Iranian offer to open Hormuz, official says
IDF issues evacuation warnings for several southern Lebanese towns and villages • US says Aoun-Netanyahu meeting could help restore Lebanese control over Hezbollah
Iran's enriched uranium likely at Isfahan, IAEA discusses extraction with Russia, US - report
IAEA chief Rafael Grossi said that Iran's enriched uranium is likely still being held at Iran's Isfahan nuclear complex.
Iran using ceasefire as opportunity to dig out buried missiles, launchers - report
According to multiple sources, the US believes that Iran intends to rebuild its missile capabilities in preparation for the resumption of war if negotiations fall through.
Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West
Oil shipments from Russia have jumped 75% to about 60,000 barrels per day this year, making Moscow the country's dominant crude supplier following the fall of Assad in December 2024.
Palestinian FA chief hits out at Israeli federation VP at FIFA Congress
Both men were called to the stand by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who put his hand on the Palestinian FA chief's arm and, with a gesture, invited him to come closer to the Israeli FA VP.
Fractures rock Gulf alliance as UAE quits OPEC during Iran war - analysis
Abu Dhabi’s exit, a summit snub, and public criticism expose a widening Saudi-Emirati split reshaping energy and security coordination.
