Politics

Department of Defence Designates Confucius Institutes as Threats to U.S. National Security

The move intensifies scrutiny of Chinese-funded cultural and educational programmes in the United States, raising questions about its implications for US-China relations and countries such as Nigeria that host the institutes.

Israeli Settlers Attack Journalist Heidi Levine in West Bank

Washington Post photographer Heidi Levine was badly hurt in a settler attack in the West Bank. What happened, what officials said, and what’s next.

US Sanctions ICC, Vowing to Cripple Court as Allies Rally in Support

Washington says the measures will protect American sovereignty, while the court and its member states warn that the sanctions threaten international justice.

North Korea Commissions Second Destroyer as Kim Pushes Toward a Nuclear-Capable Navy

Kim Jong Un says the new 5,000-ton warship will become part of North Korea's nuclear response system as Pyongyang accelerates its naval expansion, timed to a moment of rising pressure with Washington.

US Strikes Iran After Weeks of Calm, Tehran Retaliates Against American Bases in Jordan

The latest exchange has reopened a dangerous front around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important energy routes, as the six-month US-Israel war on Iran enters its seventh month.

Russia Warns Britain Over British-Made Drones Used in Ukraine Strikes

Moscow has warned Britain that it will face "consequences" after reports that British-made drones were used by Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia. London says the threat will not change its support for Kyiv.

Bashar al-Assad Sentenced to Death in Absentia by Syrian Court Over War Crimes and Crackdown Killings

A Syrian court has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death over killings, torture and other crimes committed during the country's nearly 14-year war.

Zelensky: North Korea Preparing to Send Up to 50,000 Troops to Russia

Zelenskyy says up to 50,000 North Korean troops could be deployed in Russia, turning Pyongyang’s military support for Moscow into an increasingly important part of the war.

Sheikh Hasina Says She Will Return to Bangladesh by December, Despite Death Sentence

The former prime minister insists she will return home by December, even as she faces a death sentence and a government determined to hold her accountable.

A Deal Over the Strait of Hormuz Could Ease Global Tensions. The Hard Part Comes Next

Iran says an agreement with Oman is close, while the United States signals a breakthrough. After months of uncertainty, the world is watching to see whether promises finally turn into lasting action.

Ceuta Migrant Surge Pushes Europe Toward Its Biggest Border Crisis in Years

Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into Spain's Ceuta from Morocco in days, leaving dozens dead and prompting Italy to suspend Schengen with Spain. Now 22 EU leaders want emergency talks, but the bloc is deeply split on what to do next.

Trump Pauses Iran Strikes, Citing "Perimeters of a Deal," But Iran Denies Involvement

Washington cancels a planned large-scale strike after claiming progress in talks, but Tehran calls the account "a new lie."

India's Youth Won. Education Minister Resigns After Weeks of "Cockroach" Protests

Europe's Wildfires Are No Longer Just a Summer Problem. They're Becoming a National Emergency

More than 325,000 people have fled their homes as France and Spain race to contain massive wildfires before another heatwave arrives.

Strait of Hormuz Oil Prices Spike After Trump Declares Ceasefire Over

Global energy markets have been upended as the Strait of Hormuz oil prices jumped more than 8% following President Trump’s declaration that the U.S.-Iran ceasefire is officially over

Burnham Says Sorry for Labour's Gaza Failures on the Verge of Becoming PM

Andy Burnham is about to become Britain's next prime minister. Before he takes office, he has apologised for Labour's handling of the war in Gaza.

Khamenei Buried in Mashhad, But His Son's Absence Still Haunts Iran

Iran has buried its late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, closing out a six-day funeral that stretched across Iran and Iraq. But the country's new Supreme Leader, his son Mojtaba Khamenei, was nowhere to be seen. He has not appeared in public once since his father was killed.

Truce Crumbles as US Hits Iran Again Over Hormuz Attacks

The United States has launched a fresh wave of strikes on Iran, hitting more than 80 targets in one of the most serious tests yet of the fragile ceasefire between the two countries.

Tehran's Funeral for Khamenei Becomes a Show of Defiance as Regional Tensions Refuse to Ease

Millions gathered to mourn Iran's late supreme leader, but the funeral unfolded against a backdrop of fresh Israeli strikes, stalled diplomacy, and an uncertain future for the Middle East.

The Trump-Iran Strike Agreement: A New Chapter in Middle East Diplomacy?

In a surprising geopolitical shift, Donald Trump has secured a strike-reduction agreement with Iranian leadership. We analyze the details of this deal, its potential impact on regional security, and the reaction from global capitals.