Bahrain Welcomes U.S.-Iran Deal and Reopening of Strait of Hormuz

Manama says diplomatic breakthrough and renewed maritime traffic will boost regional stability, energy security and economic confidence Bahrain has welcomed the preliminary agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at easing regional tensions, describing the diplomatic breakthrough as an important step toward restoring stability in the Gulf and ensuring the safe passage of commercial […]

President Xi, Bangladesh PM Pledge Deeper Strategic Cooperation

China and Bangladesh agree to expand trade, investment and infrastructure ties as leaders meet in Beijing Chinese President Xi Jinping and Bangladeshi Prime Minister Tarique Rahman have pledged to deepen their countries’ comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, agreeing to expand collaboration in trade, investment, infrastructure, emerging technologies and regional development during high-level talks in Beijing. The […]

Rubio Says Gulf States Oppose Strait of Hormuz Transit Tolls

U.S. Secretary of State says regional allies reject any proposal to charge ships for using one of the world’s busiest energy corridors U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Gulf Arab states are united in opposing any proposal to impose transit tolls on commercial vessels using the Strait of Hormuz, underscoring Washington’s determination to […]

2026 FIFA World Cup Becomes Highest-Scoring Tournament in History

Record broken before end of group stage as expanded tournament delivers goal-packed action The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially become the highest-scoring tournament in the competition’s history, surpassing the previous record set at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar even before the group stage has concluded. The milestone was reached during the United States’ […]

President Trump Hosts American Farmers at White House Dinner

President praises farmers’ role in strengthening U.S. agriculture and food security President Donald Trump welcomed hundreds of American farmers, ranchers and agricultural leaders to the White House for a special dinner celebrating the nation’s farming community and reaffirming his administration’s commitment to supporting U.S. agriculture. The event brought together producers from across the country, representatives […]

UN Suspends Strait of Hormuz Ship Escort Mission After Cargo Vessel Comes Under Attack

Attack near Oman raises fresh fears over maritime security despite fragile Iran ceasefire efforts The United Nations has temporarily suspended its ship escort and evacuation initiative through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz after a cargo vessel came under attack near the coast of Oman, casting fresh doubt over efforts to stabilize one of the […]

Venezuela Races to Rescue Hundreds Trapped After Devastating Twin Earthquakes

Massive 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes flatten buildings, overwhelm emergency services and leave thousands feared dead Rescue teams across Venezuela are working around the clock to locate survivors after two powerful earthquakes struck the country’s northern coast within seconds of each other, causing catastrophic destruction, killing hundreds of people and leaving thousands feared trapped beneath […]

Russia Says BRICS Must Play a Key Role in National Security

Moscow Calls for Greater Security Cooperation Within Expanding BRICS Bloc Russia has called for BRICS to play a greater role in addressing national and international security challenges, arguing that the rapidly expanding bloc must become a more influential platform for coordinating responses to emerging global threats. The comments come amid growing geopolitical tensions, ongoing conflicts […]

President Donald Trump Kicks Off Great American State Fair and Freedom 250 Celebration

Trump Launches Nationwide America 250 Commemoration With Patriotic Rally on the National Mall U.S. President Donald Trump officially launched the Great American State Fair and Freedom 250 celebrations on Wednesday, marking the beginning of a major national commemoration ahead of the United States’ 250th anniversary of independence on July 4, 2026. Speaking before thousands of […]

Iraq Warns It Could Exit OPEC if Production Quota Is Not Increased

Baghdad Pushes for Higher Oil Output Amid Growing Frustration Iraq is considering all available options, including a potential withdrawal from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), if the group fails to increase the country’s oil production quota, according to Iraqi officials familiar with the matter. The warning marks one of the strongest signals […]