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US economic chokehold on Iran reaches peak leverage as collapse risks emerge
U.S. economic pressure on Iran has reached historic levels, but inconsistent enforcement limits full impact of sanctions, a former Treasury expert says.
Iran escalates Hormuz 'tit-for-tat,' seizes ship tied to billionaire close to Trump, Macron
Analysts say the IRGC seized two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz in a tit-for-tat move after a U.S. naval blockade and seizure of an Iranian ship.
Nuclear experts warn Iran’s uranium ‘right’ is a myth, say Trump is right to hold firm
Experts say the U.S. must permanently ban Iran's uranium enrichment program, warning Tehran could resume its nuclear weapons path if infrastructure stays.
Ships seized by Iranians 'armed to the teeth' along Strait of Hormuz have been taken toward port: report
The two container ships seized by Iran this week in the Strait of Hormuz have been moved toward the port of Bandar Abbas along the key waterway, a report said.
2 trains collide in Denmark, leaving 5 people critically injured
Two trains collided near Copenhagen, Denmark, early Thursday, leaving five critically injured and roughly a dozen others with minor injuries, police say.
Ex-Philippine president Duterte to face trial on crimes against humanity charges
The ICC confirmed crimes against humanity charges against former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for allegedly overseeing deadly drug crackdowns.
Hezbollah disarmament deadlock risks civil war, analysts say, as US prepares for Israel–Lebanon talks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio hosts Israel-Lebanon talks in Washington as diplomats confront the unresolved question of Hezbollah's disarmament.
Former Mexican beauty queen found shot dead as investigators examine possible family involvement: reports
Prosecutors investigate the death of Carolina Flores Gómez, a former Mexican beauty queen found shot in her Mexico City apartment in the Polanco area.
Landlords allegedly posting 'Muslim-only' apartment ads in violation of country's equality act: report
Some London landlords are reportedly advertising 'Muslim-only' rental listings on Facebook and other platforms, allegedly violating Britain's Equality Act.
Iran agrees not to execute eight women tied to anti-regime protests after Trump's public appeal
President Donald Trump says eight women protesters will no longer be executed in Iran after he urged their release during ongoing negotiations.

Lebanon resident recognizes family crucifix smashed by Israeli soldier in viral image
A resident of a Christian village in southern Lebanon says he was shocked to see an Israeli soldier smash a crucifix in his garden
After last year's fighting with Thailand, Cambodia readies new conscription law for men aged 18-25
Cambodia's Cabinet has approved a law requiring males aged 18 to 25 to serve two years in the military
Kosovo court sentences 3 ethnic Serbs to life, 30 years in prison over 2023 clash
A court in Kosovo has sentenced two ethnic Serbs to life in prison and another to 30 years over a 2023 clash with police that left four people dead
Bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales is set to fall as parliamentary time runs out
A proposed bill to allow terminally ill adults in England and Wales to choose to end their lives is set to fall Friday as parliamentary time runs out
Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is refusing to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war
Syrian authorities arrest ex-intelligence officer tied to a leaked video of a massacre
Syrian authorities have arrested a former intelligence officer allegedly linked to a video showing the fatal shooting of dozens during the country's conflict
Prosecutors seek 30-year prison term for South Korea's Yoon
South Korean prosecutors are requesting a 30-year prison term for ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol
In Baltic skies, NATO and Russian pilots size each other up warily but without a tilt into war
In Baltic skies, there's a regular ballet of posturing between pilots from NATO nations and Russia
Japan's Haruki Murakami to publish first new novel in 3 years with 'The Tale of KAHO' in July
A new book by Haruki Murakami set to be released in early July will mark the first time a full-length novel by the Japanese author features a female main character
Congolese refugees return from Burundi to take advantage of improved security
Thousands of Congolese refugees in Burundi have returned home to eastern Congo after Rwandan-backed rebels withdrew from a key town

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