Israel says Iran’s supreme leader avoided assassination during the 12-day war by going underground and cutting contact with key commanders.

At least 21 Palestinians were killed Thursday in Gaza as international mediators renewed efforts for a ceasefire

Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei says the US achieved “nothing significant” in its attacks and accused Trump of exaggerating events.

US targets Mexican banks for allegedly laundering cartel funds linked to fentanyl trafficking, Mexico demands concrete proof

Thailand will now require prescriptions for cannabis purchases, amid rising addiction concerns and renewed political efforts to re-criminalise the plant

Iran has enacted harsher spy laws, executed six accused of aiding Israel amid post-war crackdown on dissent and surveillance

Trump’s push to replace Fed Chair Powell fuels concerns over central bank independence, pressuring dollar and global markets

Amnesty International accused Cambodia of aiding a violent scam network that exploits thousands through forced labour schemes.

A deadly landslide struck Colombia, leaving at least 10 people dead and 15 others injured, according to officials.

Iran has confirmed that its nuclear sites were “badly damaged” by US strikes, as debate over strike impact grows.

A group of authors is suing Microsoft for allegedly using their pirated books to train its Megatron AI without permission

Trump has threatened to double Spain’s trade costs after it refused to meet NATO’s 5% defence spending target.

Trump has called NATO’s 5% defence pledge a “big win” for the US, Europe, and Western civilisation.

Trump will make a second UK state visit later this year following King Charles’ formal invitation and government approval.

Iran’s parliament has voted to suspend cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog IAEA after attacks on nuclear sites by Israel, US.

NATO has aimed to raise defence target to 5% of GDP, but several members still fall short of 2%

Britain to equip air force with nuclear-capable jets, signaling major military pivot amid rising global tensions

A new AI-powered drone found in Ukraine reveals deepening Russia-Iran ties and escalating dangers for Ukrainian defences

Progressive Assembly member Zohran Mamdani claims NYC mayoral Democratic nomination in upset win over scandal-scarred former Governor Andrew Cuomo

A ceasefire deal between Iran and Israel has caused Brent crude to plummet to $67.29, triggering mixed outcomes for Nigeria.