Marking the 81st anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings, an analysis of global nuclear arsenals shows over 12,000 warheads distributed across nine countries, led by the US and Russia.
Marking the 81st anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings, an overview examines current global nuclear arsenals held by the US, Russia, China, and other nuclear-armed states.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned rising anti-Ukrainian violence and hate crimes in Poland, citing a brutal attack in Wroclaw. The incidents, fueled by historical disputes over the UPA and fake news, threaten Poland's international image and support for Ukraine, despite Tusk's efforts to de-escalate tensions and maintain aid.
Iran's state broadcaster reports US attacked a tanker in the Gulf of Oman, killing 2 crew members, on suspicion of carrying Iranian LNG, amid escalating US-Iran tensions.
US forces attacked the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy headquarters in Ziabaknar, Gilan Province, Iran, on Thursday night. Preliminary reports indicate no injuries. This attack follows a new round of US-Iran escalation since July 8, which included US strikes and a renewed naval blockade.
The United States continued strikes on Iran for a 13th consecutive night, targeting military sites, while explosions were reported across multiple Iranian cities. Shipping disruptions intensified in the Strait of Hormuz, though Chinese tankers exited Bab al-Mandeb despite Houthi threats. Iran also claimed drone attacks on US-allied bases in Bahrain and Jordan.
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson labeled paid domestic violence leave "ridiculous," claiming it diverts police from "real crime." She also stated the family law system is "broken," favoring women and "suppressing males," with these comments resurfacing after previous criticism regarding domestic violence.
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis claimed striking two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, while the US conducted its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian targets. This escalates regional tensions, with Trump threatening Iran and Iran vowing "eye for an eye" retaliation, impacting global shipping.
US-Präsident Donald Trump droht dem Iran mit Angriffen auf Brücken und Kraftwerke, falls iranische Schiffe in der Straße von Hormus attackiert werden. Zuvor griffen die USA Ziele im Iran, darunter Teheran, an, worauf der Iran mit Gegenangriffen reagierte.
Renewed US attacks on Iran have closed the Strait of Hormuz, threatening global oil supplies and driving prices above $100, risking inflation and recession. China, the world's largest oil buyer, is unlikely to use its strategic reserves to cushion prices, a move that could prolong the conflict.
The China Coast Guard accused Philippine vessels of ramming a Chinese patrol vessel and maliciously attacking officers with oars and sticks after ignoring warnings. China stated it took rational and restrained countermeasures and demanded the Philippines cease infringements and false propaganda.
The US launched its ninth consecutive attack on Iran, targeting military sites, after a US soldier died in Iraq from an Iranian drone's unexploded ordnance. Iran claimed to have struck US assets in Jordan and shot down a US drone, while also warning about unsafe transit in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US attacked Iran early Sunday after an Iranian strike on a ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reportedly retaliated with strikes targeting Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE, causing missile alerts in those nations. Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has significantly decreased.
The US attacked Iran early Sunday over an Iranian strike on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reportedly retaliated with strikes targeting Bahrain, Qatar, and the UAE, while a ship in the Strait of Hormuz was set ablaze.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr warned the US that attacks on Iranian infrastructure will be met with response measures, and Israel will not escape retaliation. This follows renewed US airstrikes on Iran overnight to July 8, accusing Tehran of violating agreements.
Damascus experienced three explosions in a week, killing at least 10 people and wounding 36. An ISIL-linked cell was apprehended, but the attacks have rattled residents and highlighted ongoing security challenges for the Syrian government.
Israel is prepared to participate in future US strikes against Iran if requested by Washington, according to sources cited by the New York Post. This comes after the US and Israel reportedly launched attacks on Iran in February, leading to a ceasefire memorandum signed in June. However, the US resumed strikes on July 8, citing violations.
Kuwait and Bahrain reported air defense activity overnight amid renewed US strikes on Iran. Iran's Revolutionary Guards claimed responsibility, stating they targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain with missiles and drones in retaliation for US actions. The US stated the strikes aimed to degrade Iran's ability to threaten freedom of navigation.
Prosecutors allege a Telegram network used coded terms like 'cars' for women and 'driving' for rape to discuss sexual assaults and drugging methods. The 'German driving school for experts' groups, involving mainly Chinese men targeting Chinese women, have led to convictions.
Iran and the US are in a dispute over control of the Strait of Hormuz following drone attacks on ships. Differing interpretations of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) are at the heart of the conflict, with Iran insisting on authority over traffic management and the US emphasizing non-impediment.
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that a US attack on Iran violates clauses 1 and 2 of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, as reported by Fars agency. CENTCOM had previously announced strikes against Iran in response to alleged attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
US forces' attacks on Iran will persist for some time, CNN reported, citing a US official. The official described the US response as "punishment" and "not proportional." These strikes follow Iran's alleged attacks on three vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, according to CENTCOM.
Keir Starmer's £298bn defence investment plan faces criticism for a £4.7bn funding gap, leaving the next prime minister, Andy Burnham, to find the extra funds. The plan prioritizes drones, fighter jets, and nuclear weapons, with spending rising to 2.7% of GDP by 2030.
Nach einem mutmaßlichen Drohnenangriff Irans auf ein Frachtschiff in der Straße von Hormus haben die USA iranische Ziele attackiert. Iran meldet Gegenschläge auf US-Ziele.
