Middle East


Iranian-backed militias escalate in Iraq, targeting Kurdistan Region president Nechirvan Barzani

Nechirvan Barzani, President of Iraq's autonomous Kurdistan Region, gives a joint press conference with France's Foreign Minister in Arbil, the regional capital, on February 5, 2026.

Pakistan steps up mediation efforts between Iran, US to end conflict as war enters second month

Iran and Pakistan falgs. Illustration.

Zelensky’s Gulf tour highlights shared drone war threat from Iran-Russia axis - analysis

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky delivers a speech during a joint press conference with France's President Emmanuel Macron, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, March 13, 2026.