Two Charged in Plot to Attack NYC Mayor’s Home
Two men have been charged with terrorism-related offenses after attempting to detonate explosives outside the New York City residence of Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Authorities identified the suspects as 18-year-old Emir Balat and 19-year-old Ibrahim Kayumi. Police said the pair planned an attack “even larger” than the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, although none of the devices […]
Iran Threatens Oil Blockade Amid U.S.-Israel Strikes
Iran has warned that it could block crude oil shipments from the Middle East if military attacks by the United States and Israel continue, escalating tensions in a conflict that has already unsettled global energy markets. The country’s elite Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) said Tuesday that it would prevent oil exports from the region […]
Türkiye Deploys Jets, Defenses to Cyprus Amid Middle East Tensions
Türkiye has deployed six fighter jets and air defense systems to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus as the war in Iran enters its 10th day. The Turkish National Defense Ministry said the deployment is part of a “phased approach” to strengthen TRNC’s security in response to regional developments. “Six F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft and […]
Explosion Outside Liège Synagogue Condemned as Anti-Semitic Attack
Authorities in Liège have condemned an early-morning explosion outside a synagogue as a serious act of anti-Semitism. The blast occurred shortly before 4:00 a.m. on Monday outside the synagogue in the eastern Belgium city. No injuries were reported, but the explosion damaged windows in buildings opposite the place of worship. Police quickly sealed off the […]
56yr-old Mojtaba Khamenei Succeeds Late Father As Supreme Leader
Iran has named Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, just over a week after the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in joint United States-Israeli strikes that have plunged the entire region into a sprawling war. The 56-year-old, who will now be charged with leading the Islamic Republic through the biggest crisis in its 47-year history, was […]
Tensions Rise as Trump Targets Iran Leadership
United States President Donald Trump has outlined his expectations for Iran’s leadership following the reported death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, saying he wants a “good” leader to emerge and a complete overhaul of the country’s governing structure. In an interview with NBC News on Thursday, Trump said he favours dismantling Iran’s existing leadership […]
Israeli Envoy Accuses Iran of Backing Extremism in Nigeria
Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria Michael Freeman has accused Iran of sponsoring extremist groups in Nigeria and other parts of the world, alleging that Tehran supports organisations aimed at destabilising countries while pursuing its hostility toward Israel. Freeman made the allegation on Friday during an interview on The Morning Show on Arise News, where he argued […]
Iranian Drone Hits Azerbaijan Airport, Two Injured
Drone footage has captured the moment an Iranian drone struck the terminal building of Nakhchivan International Airport, sending debris into the air and damaging part of the structure. According to the BBC, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan confirmed on Thursday that Iranian drones targeted locations within the country. Officials said one drone hit […]
Iran May Boycott 2026 World Cup, FIFA Weighs Options
FIFA is assessing contingency plans amid uncertainty over Iran’s participation in the 2026 World Cup, following escalating tensions between Tehran and tournament co-host, the United States. Iran Football Federation President Mehdi Taj said the ongoing conflict could affect the country’s involvement in the competition. Speaking on IRIB Channel 3, Taj said senior sports authorities would […]
Netanyahu Praises Trump Amid Rising Tensions With Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has praised U.S. President Donald Trump, describing him as a decisive leader and commending his approach to security and foreign policy amid escalating tensions with Iran. In remarks delivered on Monday, Netanyahu said there has “never been a president like Donald J. Trump,” highlighting what he called Trump’s clarity, resolve […]
