Meloni tells Trump to focus on his popularity after escalating dispute over Iran, military bases and remarks.

The Iranian central military command says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon

Israeli airstrikes killed at least 10 in Lebanon despite ceasefire, raising tensions as uncertainty grows over US-Iran negotiations.

Former intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard alleges Fauci influenced COVID origin assessments, misled Congress and suppressed dissenting analysts.

Train driver dies and dozens are injured after two East Midlands Railway passenger trains collide near Bedford, UK. 

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire faces immediate strain as fresh strikes, casualties and deep mistrust threaten fragile truce efforts.

The Conservative Party’s victory in Aberdeen by-election increases pressure on Labour due to ongoing political tensions and shifting voter sentiment.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis says the country will again miss NATO’s defence spending target while prioritising fiscal stability.

US-Iran negotiations in Switzerland were cancelled, raising uncertainty over a proposed peace agreement and complicating efforts to secure stability.  

Vice President JD Vance postponed Switzerland talks with Iran, deepening uncertainty over the fragile ceasefire agreement and negotiations.

British actress Emaa Hussen faces drug trafficking charges after Australian authorities seized A$296 million worth of meth.

Labour’s Andy Burnham wins Makerfield, fuelling leadership speculation and intensifying pressure on Keir Starmer.

Iran approves US-backed agreement ending naval blockade, as both countries begin 60-day negotiations over nuclear issues.

Israel releases new map showing expanded control zone in southern Lebanon while diplomatic discussions with United States continue over troop deployment.

Supertankers resume passage through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran–US agreement, while Israeli strikes in Lebanon undermine ceasefire optimism.

Voters in Makerfield cast ballots in a key poll that could reshape Labour leadership dynamics and intensify internal party tensions.

The UAE has barred under-15s from social media, requiring platforms to introduce strict age checks.

Apple has warned consumers to expect higher device prices as soaring chip costs strain manufacturers.

Suspected gang leader Carlos Alberto Suástegui Villanueva was shot dead in a teddy bear and flowers airport ambush in Ecuador.

Moscow shaken after Ukraine launches its largest drone assault of the war, triggering fires, disruptions and casualties.