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Dozens detained in Tel Aviv as anti-war protest turns violent
Police in Tel Aviv dispersed protesters opposing the US-Israeli war on Iran on Saturday. Up to 18 people were arrested.
Pentagon readies for weeks of US ground operations in Iran: Report
Uncertainty looms over Trump's approval of the Pentagon's plans for limited ground operations in Iran's strategic regions.
US-Israel war on Iran: What’s happening on day 30 of attacks?
Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Turkiye, Egypt and Saudi Arabia hold talks in Islamabad to end US-Israel war on Iran.
Analyst says that Iran’s interest is in an extended war
Rob Geist-Pinfold, says that the United States has an interest in ending the war while Tehran is likely to prolong it.
Living in the dark: Gaza’s struggle for electricity
War has shattered Gaza’s power grid, forcing families to rely on generators and private charging points.
Pakistan hosts top Saudi, Turkish, Egyptian diplomats over war in Iran
Talks are under way in Islamabad, as the Pakistani government acts as mediator between the US and Iran.
Lebanese resident stays behind with pet monkey despite evacuation orders
A Lebanese man has refused to leave Tyre in southern Lebanon, staying with his pet monkey despite evacuation orders.
Iran’s IRGC claims attacks on UAE, Bahrain aluminium facilities
Iran targets Aluminium Bahrain, Emirates Global Aluminium in retaliation for US-Israeli attacks on its infrastructure.
Kimi Antonelli wins Japanese GP to become youngest F1 title leader
The 19-year-old Mercedes driver's historic championship accomplishment came after he won his second F1 race in a row.
‘Trump has to open the Strait of Hormuz’ with ground forces
Kenneth Katzman says US war objectives in Iran that cannot be met with air power can be met with a ground invasion.
Thick plumes of smoke rise over Iraq’s Mosul after strikes
Thick plumes of smoke rise over Mosul after air strikes targeted sites belonging to Iraq’s Popular Mobilisation Forces.
Toddler rescued after US-Israeli strike on Iran
Rescue teams from the Iranian Red Crescent rescued a toddler from a destroyed building after a US-Israeli strike.
Belgium thrash USA 5-2; Mexico vs Portugal ends 0-0 in football friendlies
A man died after falling from the stands at Azteca Stadium, where Mexico hosted Portugal with Ronaldo missing the match.
Israel Adesanya knocked out by Joe Pyfer at UFC Fight Night in Seattle
Former two-time champion loses his fourth straight bout after being stopped by Pyfer in the second round.
Sabalenka defeats Gauff to win second straight Miami Open title
World number one Aryna Sabalenka edges Coco Gauff in a tense three-set final to claim the 'Sunshine Double' in Florida.
What happens in the occupied West Bank under the shadow of the Iran war
Since Israel went to war with Iran, settler violence in the occupied West Bank has surged.
Trump news at a glance: No Kings rallies draw millions to US streets in protest against president
People joined massive rallies across 50 states to protest Trump’s decision to enter war in Iran, immigration policies and rising living costs. Key US politics stories from Saturday 28 March at a glanc...
As war on Iran enters second month, Yemen’s Houthis open new front
The Yemeni group pledges more attacks on Israel as fears mount that the worsening conflict will spiral out of control.
Iran war live: Pakistan, Turkiye, Egypt, Saudi seek to de-escalate
Push for diplomacy as Iran threatens retaliatory attacks on Israeli, US universities in the Middle East.
No Kings protests: millions rally in cities around the world against Trump and his administration – as it happened
This liveblog is now closed. Read the full story here. No Kings protests to see millions across US push back on Trump administration What to know about the third No Kings protests happening in March...
Vice President JD Vance tops CPAC’s straw poll to be US president in 2028
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, however, made advances in this year's informal poll about who might succeed Trump.
Key moments in first month of US-Israeli war on Iran
One month after US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, the conflict has escalated across the Middle East.
Air strikes in Iraq kill three PMF fighters, two police
Iraq turning into 'expanding battleground' in war, which began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
Third No Kings protest draws millions from across US to push back on Trump administration
Anti-authoritarian rallies, taking place in all 50 states plus 16 countries, are expected to be biggest in US history Large crowds protested the Trump administration at more than 3,000 No Kings events...
Reza Pahlavi pledges to ‘make Iran great again’ at 2026 CPAC conference
Iranian opposition leader calls on Trump administration to 'stay the course' as the US and Israel wage war on Iran.
Pakistan secures Iran deal to send 20 ships through Strait of Hormuz
Islamabad's diplomatic push bears fruit as the world watches for signs of a broader breakthrough.
'No Kings' rallies draw crowds across U.S. and Europe as Springsteen headlines Minnesota demonstration
Large crowds protested Saturday against the war in Iran and President Donald Trump's actions in "No Kings" rallies across the U.S. and Europe, with Minnesota taking center stage.
Kuwait airport hit by Iranian drone strikes
Thick, black smoke rose from Kuwait International Airport Saturday after suspected Iranian drone strikes caused damage.
US treasury department demands retraction of story on increased oversight of Federal Reserve
Treasury department said Financial Times article about Scott Bessent’s views on Fed oversight was ‘manufactured’ The US treasury department demanded on Friday that the Financial Times (FT) retract a...
Could Ukraine’s drone expertise serve Gulf countries?
Gulf nations seek new defence partnerships as Iran war escalates.
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