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
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
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
WASHINGTON/TEHRAN, March 19 – Tensions across the Middle East intensified sharply on Thursday as U.S. President Donald Trump publicly called on Israel to refrain from further attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure, warning that continued escalation could deepen an already volatile global energy crisis. His remarks came at a time when retaliatory strikes between Iran and Israel … Read more
BEIRUT/DUBAI, March 18 – A intense escalation in the Middle East conflict unfolded on Wednesday as Iran’s critical South Pars gas field came under attack, raising fears of a broader regional energy crisis and pushing global oil markets into turmoil. The strike, widely reported across regional and international media, has intensified tensions between Iran, Israel, … Read more
DUBAI/TEL AVIV, March 17 – A sharp escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel has further dimmed hopes for a near-term ceasefire, as both sides intensify military and political rhetoric. On Tuesday, Israeli officials claimed responsibility for the killing of a senior Iranian security figure, while authorities in Tehran signaled they are not prepared to … Read more
WASHINGTON, March 16 – The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has entered its third week, intensifying geopolitical tensions across the Middle East and raising serious concerns for global energy markets. With military strikes continuing and the Strait of Hormuz effectively disrupted, oil prices have surged while diplomatic divisions between Washington and … Read more
JERUSALEM/PALM BEACH, Florida, March 15 – The conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has entered a critical phase, with officials in Washington suggesting the war may conclude within weeks. However, leaders in Tehran insist their country is fully capable of sustaining a prolonged confrontation. As the military standoff continues, the disruption of global … Read more
ABU DHABI/TEHRAN, March 14 – Tensions across the Middle East escalated sharply on Saturday as Iran warned it could retaliate against targets across the region following a major U.S. strike on its primary oil export hub at Kharg Island. The warning came amid an already intensifying conflict that has drawn international attention and raised fears … Read more
WASHINGTON, March 13 – Air travel across the Washington, D.C., region experienced significant disruption Friday evening after a strong chemical smell forced authorities to halt flights at 4 major airports for more than an hour. Officials said the smell affected a key air traffic control facility, creating safety concerns that prevented controllers from effectively managing … Read more