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ECONOMIC LOSSES PILE UP AS IRAN WAR DRAGS ON

US-Israeli war on Iran may cost Arab economies up to $194 billion: UN study

A UNDP assessment warns that the Middle East conflict could trigger widespread economic and social impacts across Arab states.

China, Pakistan propose five-point plan to end Mideast war

Iran advances Strait of Hormuz toll plan

US-Israeli war on Iran may cost Arab economies up to $194 billion: UN study

A UNDP assessment warns that the Middle East conflict could trigger widespread economic and social impacts across Arab states.

China, Pakistan propose five-point plan to end Mideast war

Iran advances Strait of Hormuz toll plan

US-Israeli war on Iran may cost Arab economies up to $194 billion: UN study

US-Israeli war on Iran may cost Arab economies up to $194 billion: UN study

Pentagon chief signals decisive phase ahead in Iran war

Pentagon chief signals decisive phase ahead in Iran war

Pentagon chief signals decisive phase ahead in Iran war

One month of war: How Iran crisis is driving up grocery bills worldwide

One month of war: How Iran crisis is driving up grocery bills worldwide

One month of war: How Iran crisis is driving up grocery bills worldwide

Iran will play World Cup games at US venues as scheduled: FIFA's Infantino

Iran will play World Cup games at US venues as scheduled: FIFA's Infantino

Iran will play World Cup games at US venues as scheduled: FIFA's Infantino

Iran warns US tech firms will be targeted if more leaders die

The warning did not specify where the action would take place.

How many ships have been hit in the Gulf since US-Israel war on Iran began?

The vital waterway handles roughly a fifth of the world’s oil and LNG, making disruptions a major global concern.

Türkiye condemns deadly attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon

Turkish Foreign Ministry says Israel’s presence in Lebanon fuels regional instability, urging an end to aggression and occupation.

UK, Syria leaders stress 'viable plan' needed to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Premier Starmer and President al Sharaa say they would “work with others to restore freedom of navigation,” signalling potential international cooperation to ease Gulf tensions.

Day 32 of US-Israeli war on Iran

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Day 32 of US-Israeli war on Iran

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Iran says it has 'will' to end war

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Mobarakeh Steel plant in Iran’s Isfahan hit

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Türkiye eyes FIFA World Cup comeback after 24 years ahead of crucial match against Kosovo

Türkiye eyes FIFA World Cup comeback after 24 years ahead of crucial match against Kosovo

Türkiye eyes FIFA World Cup comeback after 24 years ahead of crucial match against Kosovo

Excitement grips Türkiye as the nation rallies behind its team, one win away from a historic World Cup return, as it faces Kosovo in a high-stakes playoff final in Pristina.

Türkiye advances space independence with new satellite launches

Türkiye advances space independence with new satellite launches

Türkiye advances space independence with new satellite launches

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

Israel's death penalty law for Palestinians faces court challenge, global backlash grows

EU, Germany and Spain warn that the legislation undermines human rights and risks deepening discrimination.

Illegal Israeli settler attacks put 'systematic pressure' on Palestinians to leave: UN

Israel kills six Palestinians, wounds others, in latest violation of ceasefire

Israel's death penalty law for Palestinians faces court challenge, global backlash grows

Israel's death penalty law for Palestinians faces court challenge, global backlash grows

Türkiye condemns Israeli death penalty law targeting Palestinians as 'unlawful and null'

Ankara describes the legislation as a continuation of "political executions" and is calling for an urgent response from the United Nations.

Türkiye condemns Israeli death penalty law targeting Palestinians as 'unlawful and null'

Türkiye condemns Israeli death penalty law targeting Palestinians as 'unlawful and null'

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Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

How US–Israeli war on Iran cripples global food supply

How US–Israeli war on Iran cripples global food supply

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

Italian anti-violence group seeks in-depth investigation into Epstein files, Italy links

Differenza Donna Association files complaint seeking in-depth probe of Epstein’s Italy links.

Italian anti-violence group seeks in-depth investigation into Epstein files, Italy links

Italian anti-violence group seeks in-depth investigation into Epstein files, Italy links

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Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

Asia’s heavy reliance on Gulf oil has turned the Iran war into a systemic shock - testing energy security, alliance commitments, and the limits of US reliability in the Indo-Pacific.

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

Prof. Burhanettin Duran

Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

By Yehia Ghanem

The clock in their hands, time is on Iran’s side

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

Asia’s heavy reliance on Gulf oil has turned the Iran war into a systemic shock - testing energy security, alliance commitments, and the limits of US reliability in the Indo-Pacific.

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

Prof. Burhanettin Duran

Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

By Yehia Ghanem

The clock in their hands, time is on Iran’s side

Türkiye beat Kosovo to clinch 2026 World Cup spot

The Turkish national team reaches the 2026 World Cup finals in the United States, Mexico, and Canada for the third time in its history.

Türkiye beat Kosovo to clinch 2026 World Cup spot

Türkiye beat Kosovo to clinch 2026 World Cup spot

Turkiye dan Azerbaijan giat menyiapkan projek pembinaan landasan kereta api dan lebuh raya merentasi Koridor Zangezur. Foto: AA

Turkiye dan Azerbaijan giat menyiapkan projek pembinaan landasan kereta api dan lebuh raya merentasi Koridor Zangezur. Foto: AA

Amid maritime chaos, Zangezur Corridor appears set to ensure East-West trade flows

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Türkiye has completed most of its own technical and infrastructural preparations for making the Zangezur Corridor fully operational. / AA

U.S. President Donald Trump on board Air Force One for travel to Joint Base Andrews

U.S. President Donald Trump on board Air Force One for travel to Joint Base Andrews

US court orders Trump administration to stop White House ballroom construction

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U.S. President Donald Trump on board Air Force One for travel to Joint Base Andrews / Reuters

Ibrahim Kalin welcomes the Hamas delegation in Istanbul to discuss the steps needed to ensure the ceasefire process continues smoothly.

Ibrahim Kalin welcomes the Hamas delegation in Istanbul to discuss the steps needed to ensure the ceasefire process continues smoothly.

Türkiye's Kalin hosts Hamas delegation to discuss Gaza peace plan

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Ibrahim Kalin welcomes the Hamas delegation in Istanbul to discuss the steps needed to ensure the ceasefire process continues smoothly / AA Archive

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Palestinians warn of forced displacement as Israel extends raids in the occupied West Bank

The extension of raids will further worsen humanitarian conditions faced by camps' residents, says Tulkarem Governor Abdullah Kamil.

Palestinians warn of forced displacement as Israel extends raids in the occupied West Bank

Palestinians warn of forced displacement as Israel extends raids in the occupied West Bank

Ex-Trump adviser Bannon calls to deport Netanyahu's son from Miami to Iran front line

Steve Bannon served as a senior adviser during Trump's first term and remains a prominent voice in the Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement.

Ex-Trump adviser Bannon calls to deport Netanyahu's son from Miami to Iran front line

Ex-Trump adviser Bannon calls to deport Netanyahu's son from Miami to Iran front line

Iran willing to end war if guarantees prevent repeat attacks: Pezeshkian

Iran rejects a US 15-point war plan, offering a five-point counterproposal calling for an end to attacks and guarantees against renewed conflict, state media report.

Iran willing to end war if guarantees prevent repeat attacks: Pezeshkian

Iran willing to end war if guarantees prevent repeat attacks: Pezeshkian

At least 70 killed, 30 wounded in Haiti gang 'massacre' — rights groups

Organisations accuse government of "revolting passivity" as 6,000 flee attacks in the central Artibonite region

At least 70 killed, 30 wounded in Haiti gang 'massacre' — rights groups

At least 70 killed, 30 wounded in Haiti gang 'massacre' — rights groups

Türkiye eyes FIFA World Cup comeback after 24 years ahead of crucial match against Kosovo

Türkiye eyes FIFA World Cup comeback after 24 years ahead of crucial match against Kosovo

Türkiye eyes FIFA World Cup comeback after 24 years ahead of crucial match against Kosovo

Excitement grips Türkiye as the nation rallies behind its team, one win away from a historic World Cup return, as it faces Kosovo in a high-stakes playoff final in Pristina.

Türkiye advances space independence with new satellite launches

Türkiye advances space independence with new satellite launches

Türkiye advances space independence with new satellite launches

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

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Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

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How US–Israeli war on Iran cripples global food supply

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

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Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

Asia’s heavy reliance on Gulf oil has turned the Iran war into a systemic shock - testing energy security, alliance commitments, and the limits of US reliability in the Indo-Pacific.

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

Prof. Burhanettin Duran

Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

By Yehia Ghanem

The clock in their hands, time is on Iran’s side

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

Asia’s heavy reliance on Gulf oil has turned the Iran war into a systemic shock - testing energy security, alliance commitments, and the limits of US reliability in the Indo-Pacific.

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

Prof. Burhanettin Duran

Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

By Yehia Ghanem

The clock in their hands, time is on Iran’s side

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How Israel's death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners raises human rights concerns

How Israel's death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners raises human rights concerns

How Israel's death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners raises human rights concerns

Critics say the bill's scope would, in practice, apply almost exclusively to Palestinian prisoners, raising concerns over discriminatory enforcement.

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UNRWA head calls for probe into Israel's killing of nearly 400 staff in Gaza war

Philippe Lazzarini has warned that Israel’s conduct of the war suggested “all red lines have been crossed with no diplomatic, political, economic, or legal consequences.”

Türkiye moves to bolster data security as regional conflicts heighten cyber risks

"To be strong, deterrent and respected globally, you must accelerate efforts in cyberspace and strengthen cybersecurity measures," President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says.

Trump blasts UK and France over Iran war, tells fuel-strapped nations to 'just take' Hormuz oil

US president accuses allies of failing to help Washington in Iran offensive that has killed over 1,340, warning America 'won't be there' for them in future conflicts.

Hormuz disruptions mark worst supply shock since COVID-19 and Ukraine war: WFP

Hormuz disruptions mark worst supply shock since COVID-19 and Ukraine war: WFP

Hormuz disruptions mark worst supply shock since COVID-19 and Ukraine war: WFP

Currently 70,000 tonnes of food aid is affected by Middle East tensions and shipments are delayed or stuck in ports, says agency's director of supply chain.

French president calls for sovereign European payment system to reduce reliance on US firms

China pledges stronger cooperation with Pakistan to mediate Iran crisis

Asian stock markets see steepest fall since 2008, currencies down amid Iran war impact

After Spain, US gets another 'no' as Italy denies American aircraft permission to use its base

Russia refuses oil deliveries to countries backing G7 price cap

UNRWA head calls for probe into Israel's killing of nearly 400 staff in Gaza war

Philippe Lazzarini has warned that Israel’s conduct of the war suggested “all red lines have been crossed with no diplomatic, political, economic, or legal consequences.”

Türkiye moves to bolster data security as regional conflicts heighten cyber risks

"To be strong, deterrent and respected globally, you must accelerate efforts in cyberspace and strengthen cybersecurity measures," President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says.

Trump blasts UK and France over Iran war, tells fuel-strapped nations to 'just take' Hormuz oil

US president accuses allies of failing to help Washington in Iran offensive that has killed over 1,340, warning America 'won't be there' for them in future conflicts.

French president calls for sovereign European payment system to reduce reliance on US firms

China pledges stronger cooperation with Pakistan to mediate Iran crisis

Asian stock markets see steepest fall since 2008, currencies down amid Iran war impact

After Spain, US gets another 'no' as Italy denies American aircraft permission to use its base

Russia refuses oil deliveries to countries backing G7 price cap

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Did India just withdraw from Iran’s Chabahar Port under US pressure?

Did India just withdraw from Iran’s Chabahar Port under US pressure?

Did India just withdraw from Iran’s Chabahar Port under US pressure?

US declines to criticise Israel over new death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners

US declines to criticise Israel over new death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners

US declines to criticise Israel over new death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners

Türkiye, seven countries condemn Israeli curbs on worship in occupied East Jerusalem

Türkiye, seven countries condemn Israeli curbs on worship in occupied East Jerusalem

Türkiye, seven countries condemn Israeli curbs on worship in occupied East Jerusalem

Iran says 'high time' for Saudi Arabia to expel US forces from its territory

Iran says 'high time' for Saudi Arabia to expel US forces from its territory

Iran says 'high time' for Saudi Arabia to expel US forces from its territory

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Türkiye arrests fugitive spy at Syria-Lebanon border over espionage charges

Türkiye arrests fugitive spy at Syria-Lebanon border over espionage charges

Türkiye arrests fugitive spy at Syria-Lebanon border over espionage charges

Türkiye's Fidan holds series of calls with counterparts to discuss efforts to end Iran war

Türkiye's Fidan holds series of calls with counterparts to discuss efforts to end Iran war

Türkiye's Fidan holds series of calls with counterparts to discuss efforts to end Iran war

Syria foils arms smuggling attempt in Sweida after clashes with armed group

Syria foils arms smuggling attempt in Sweida after clashes with armed group

Syria foils arms smuggling attempt in Sweida after clashes with armed group

Türkiye condemns Israel’s strikes on southern Syria as “dangerous escalation”

Türkiye condemns Israel’s strikes on southern Syria as “dangerous escalation”

Türkiye condemns Israel’s strikes on southern Syria as “dangerous escalation”

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Kuwaiti oil tanker hit by Iranian drone in Dubai

Kuwaiti oil tanker hit by Iranian drone in Dubai

Kuwaiti oil tanker hit by Iranian drone in Dubai

Indonesia calls for urgent UN meeting after UNIFIL soldiers killed amid Israel's invasion of Lebanon

Indonesia calls for urgent UN meeting after UNIFIL soldiers killed amid Israel's invasion of Lebanon

Indonesia calls for urgent UN meeting after UNIFIL soldiers killed amid Israel's invasion of Lebanon

Netanyahu says US-Iran deal will not stop Israeli invasion of Lebanon: report

Netanyahu says US-Iran deal will not stop Israeli invasion of Lebanon: report

Netanyahu says US-Iran deal will not stop Israeli invasion of Lebanon: report

Iran fires fresh missiles across region as war drags on, Trump threatens key oil hub

Iran fires fresh missiles across region as war drags on, Trump threatens key oil hub

Iran fires fresh missiles across region as war drags on, Trump threatens key oil hub

Azerbaijan and Iran voice concern over rising Middle East tensions

Azerbaijan and Iran voice concern over rising Middle East tensions

Azerbaijan and Iran voice concern over rising Middle East tensions

Four Israeli soldiers killed in combat in Lebanon

Four Israeli soldiers killed in combat in Lebanon

Four Israeli soldiers killed in combat in Lebanon

Greenlight for Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba 'not a policy change' — White House

Greenlight for Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba 'not a policy change' — White House

Greenlight for Russian oil tanker to reach Cuba 'not a policy change' — White House

Two UN peacekeepers killed in second deadly blast in south Lebanon

Two UN peacekeepers killed in second deadly blast in south Lebanon

Two UN peacekeepers killed in second deadly blast in south Lebanon

Global outcry follows Israeli Knesset vote to mandate death penalty for Palestinian prisoners

Global outcry follows Israeli Knesset vote to mandate death penalty for Palestinian prisoners

Global outcry follows Israeli Knesset vote to mandate death penalty for Palestinian prisoners

White House says Iran has days to come to the table before window shuts

White House says Iran has days to come to the table before window shuts

White House says Iran has days to come to the table before window shuts

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Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan push joint action to bolster regional security amid Iranian attacks

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan push joint action to bolster regional security amid Iranian attacks

Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan push joint action to bolster regional security amid Iranian attacks

Israel passes 'discriminatory' bill allowing death penalty for Palestinian prisoners

Israel passes 'discriminatory' bill allowing death penalty for Palestinian prisoners

Israel passes 'discriminatory' bill allowing death penalty for Palestinian prisoners

Sheinbaum defends Mexico's right to supply oil to Cuba

Sheinbaum defends Mexico's right to supply oil to Cuba

Sheinbaum defends Mexico's right to supply oil to Cuba

UK pushes for consular access to Britons held in UAE over Iran attack images

UK pushes for consular access to Britons held in UAE over Iran attack images

UK pushes for consular access to Britons held in UAE over Iran attack images

Dozens killed in deadly gold mine attack in South Sudan

Dozens killed in deadly gold mine attack in South Sudan

Dozens killed in deadly gold mine attack in South Sudan