US shoots down Iranian drones over Strait of Hormuz
US forces shot down Iranian drones threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions.
US and Iran trade strikes as Lebanon ceasefire talks collapse
US and Iran exchange military strikes as ceasefire talks over Lebanon collapse.
US threatens fresh war with Iran over nuclear deal stalemate
US tells Iran it can wage war again if nuclear deal talks collapse over weapons demands.
Trump announces Iran deal framework, says pact needs finalisation
Trump says US-Iran agreement largely negotiated but awaits finalisation.
South Africa’s inflation hits 20-month peak as fuel costs surge
Petrol prices surge to century high, pushing South Africa's inflation to 20-month peak.
South Africa extends fuel tax cuts despite losing nearly $1bn
South Africa extends fuel tax relief as oil prices surge, forgoing nearly $1bn in revenue.
US Official Denies Agreement to Unfreeze Iran Assets in Qatar
US official denies agreement to unfreeze Iran assets during Islamabad peace talks.
Israeli Attacks on UNIFIL Bases in Southern Lebanon Violate International Humanitarian Law, Says UN Spokesman
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has condemned recent Israeli attacks on its peacekeeping bases in southern Lebanon,...
Iran and Saudi Arabia to Re-establish Diplomatic Relations and Enhance Regional Peace
Learn about the recent diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Iran, and how it could impact the Middle East. This article discusses the history of tensions between the two countries, the details of the agreement, and the reactions from international players.