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Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks
A billboard about the Strait of Hormuz on a building, amid a ceasefire between U.S. and Iran, in Tehran, Iran,…
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Pezeshkian blames US ‘blockade’ for impasse
Iranian walks past a giant billboard reading ‘The Strait of Hormuz remains closed’ at Revolution Square in Tehran. Photo: AFP…
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UN says destruction of Jesus statue by Israeli soldier in Lebanon ‘shocking’
UN flag fluttering in front of United Nations headquarters in New York. PHOTO: REUTERS The United Nations on Wednesday expressed…
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Mandelson scandal shatters UK PM Starmer’s promise of stable government
Starmer faces backlash over Mandelson envoy pick, raising doubts about leadership grip ritain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer steps outside 10…
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Iran murals project defiance in war with US
Murals and banners long shaped Iran’s cities, reflecting state political messaging and policy A woman walks next to an anti-Israeli…
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Iran says it intercepted 2 vessels in Strait of Hormuz
IRGC Navy says MSC Francesca, Epaminodes which was linked to Israel, stopped for violations A file image of MSC Francesca…
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In Gaza, first local vote in years offers gauge of Hamas popularity
It will be Gaza’s first vote of any kind since 2006, when Hamas won PA’s legislative elections Palestinians walk past…
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UK lawmakers approve lifetime smoking ban for today’s under-18s
Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the approval of the bill is historic moment for nation’s health A smoker stands next…
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US turns to Ukrainian counter-drone tech after Iran attacks, sources say
Washington-based think tank senior fellow says there are ‘longstanding gaps in US air missile defence’ An E-3 AWACS aircraft deployed…
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European lawmakers criticize von der Leyen remarks linking Türkiye, Russia and China
European Commission clarifies remarks, stresses Türkiye remains an ‘unquestionably important partner’ European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen pointing on…
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