ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON, June 12 – A major diplomatic breakthrough may be on the horizon as the US and Iran appear to be edging closer to an agreement aimed at ending months of military confrontation that has destabilized the Middle East and disrupted global energy markets. On Friday, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced that negotiators had … Read more
TEHRAN/WASHINGTON, June 11 – The military confrontation between the US and Iran intensified dramatically on Thursday as both nations exchanged another round of attacks, raising concerns about broader regional instability and continued disruptions to global energy markets. The latest developments mark the third major escalation this week, despite a fragile ceasefire that had been expected … Read more
MEXICO CITY, June 10 – As the 2026 FIFA World Cup prepares to begin across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has pushed back against criticism surrounding soaring ticket prices, immigration concerns involving a Somali referee, and broader questions about the tournament’s organization. Speaking during a media briefing in Mexico City … Read more
TEHRAN/WASHINGTON, June 10 – Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply on Wednesday after the United States carried out a new round of airstrikes against targets inside Iran, prompting retaliatory missile attacks by Tehran against countries hosting American military forces. The latest exchange has raised concerns that ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the conflict … Read more
WASHINGTON/BEIRUT, June 9 – A pair of U.S. Army aviators were rescued after their attack helicopter crashed in waters near the Strait of Hormuz early Tuesday, in an incident that unfolded amid continuing regional instability and renewed diplomatic discussions surrounding Iran. The rescue operation drew attention not only because of its timing during a tense … Read more
DAVAO, Philippines – A powerful earthquake measuring 7.8 in magnitude struck the southern Philippines on Monday morning, leaving widespread destruction across several provinces and killing at least 35 people. Hundreds more were injured as buildings crumbled, debris rained onto streets, and a tsunami reached sections of the coastline following the offshore tremor. Authorities said the … Read more
CAIRO, June 6 – Air raid warnings echoed across Bahrain on Saturday after Iranian missiles and drones were launched toward Gulf countries, adding a dangerous new layer to an already volatile regional crisis. Bahraini authorities said defense systems successfully intercepted incoming threats, while neighboring Kuwait also condemned the attacks and described them as a serious violation … Read more
WASHINGTON, June 5 – The US Senate has approved a major immigration enforcement package that would inject roughly $70 billion in additional funding into agencies responsible for border security and deportation efforts. The legislation, passed early Friday after lengthy debate and overnight voting, now moves to the House of Representatives for final consideration, where lawmakers are … Read more
WASHINGTON, June 4 – The U.S. House of Representatives approved a major legislative package on Thursday, aimed at strengthening support for Ukraine and increasing pressure on Russia through fresh sanctions, highlighting deep divisions within Washington over the future of American involvement in the ongoing conflict. The measure passed despite objections from Republican leadership and reflects … Read more
WASHINGTON, June 3 – The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a war powers resolution intended to halt American military involvement against Iran, marking a significant political moment and signaling growing congressional resistance to President Trump’s approach to the ongoing conflict. The vote, held on Wednesday, reflected mounting concerns among lawmakers over the prolonged military campaign … Read more