‘No Kings’ rallies sweep across the US and Europe as Springsteen leads Minnesota protest

ST. PAUL, Minn., March 28 – A wave of coordinated demonstrations under the banner of “No Kings” spread across the United States and into several European cities on Saturday, drawing large crowds united by opposition to the war in Iran and policies associated with President Trump. From major metropolitan hubs to small rural communities, protesters … Read more

Missile fired from Yemen as Israel and US target Iran, raising fears of wider war

TEL AVIV/WASHINGTON, March 28 – The Middle East entered a more dangerous phase on Saturday after Israel confirmed that a missile had been launched from Yemen, marking the first such incident since the war launched by the U.S. and Israel on February 28. The development has raised fresh concerns that the confrontation could widen further, … Read more

Trump signs order to pay TSA employees amid DHS funding deadlock

WASHINGTON, March 27 – President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday authorizing payments for Transportation Security Administration employees, even as Congress remained locked in a bitter standoff over funding the Department of Homeland Security. The decision comes at a critical moment, with long security lines, staffing shortages, and growing frustration among travelers highlighting the … Read more

Iran and the US harden positions as Tehran tightens grip on Strait of Hormuz

TEHRAN/ WASHINGTON, March 26 – Tensions across the Middle East escalated sharply on Thursday as Iran and the US moved further apart on the possibility of negotiations, raising fears of a prolonged and potentially more dangerous phase of conflict. With military activity intensifying on multiple fronts, including the Strait of Hormuz, southern Lebanon, and key … Read more

Pakistan has conveyed US proposal to Iran, talks may be held in Turkey or Pakistan, senior Iranian official says

WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV, March 25 – Tensions across the Gulf remain dangerously high as diplomatic signals begin to surface behind the scenes. A senior Iranian official has indicated that Pakistan has delivered a proposal from the United States to Tehran, opening a possible path toward negotiations. According to the official, both Pakistan and Turkey are being … Read more

US markets pull back as Oil rises and Iran rejects Trump’s negotiation claims

NEW YORK, March 24 – A surge in optimism that lifted U.S. financial markets at the start of the week began to fade on Tuesday, as investors reassessed the reality of ongoing conflict in the Middle East. After an initial rally fueled by comments from President Trump suggesting potential diplomatic progress with Iran, markets pulled … Read more

2 pilots killed after Air Canada plane collides with fire-rescue vehicle at LaGuardia Airport, officials say

NEW YORK, March 23 – A tragic runway collision at New York’s LaGuardia Airport late Sunday night, has left two pilots dead and dozens of others injured, raising serious questions about runway safety and communication protocols. Authorities confirmed that an Air Canada Express aircraft struck a fire-rescue vehicle while landing, turning what should have been … Read more

More than 230 rescued amid Hawaii flooding, thousands left without power

HAWAII, March 22 – Hawaii is reeling after a powerful storm system unleashed torrential rains across the islands, triggering the worst flooding the state has experienced in more than 20 years. As of Sunday, emergency crews have rescued more than 230 people, while thousands of residents continue to face power outages and widespread damage. The … Read more

Iran fires long-range missiles for first time, escalating strikes near Israeli nuclear site

TEL AVIV/WASHINGTON, March 21 – Tensions in the Middle East reached a dangerous new phase on Saturday, as Iran expanded the scope of its military operations, launching long-range missiles for the first time since the US and Israel began attacking Iran on February 28. Israeli officials confirmed that the attacks marked a significant escalation, both … Read more

France boards tanker linked to Russia’s shadow fleet in Mediterranean

PARIS, March 20 – French naval forces have intercepted and boarded an oil tanker in the Western Mediterranean, intensifying Europe’s efforts to crack down on what officials describe as Russia’s covert shipping network designed to bypass international sanctions. The move reflects a broader shift in enforcement strategy as Western governments attempt to limit Moscow’s ability … Read more