Category: World
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Kuwaiti Military Says Four Personnel Injured in Attack on Naval Vessel
KUWAIT CITY: Kuwait’s armed forces have confirmed that four military personnel were injured in an attack on a Kuwaiti naval vessel, an incident the military attributed to Iran. In a statement, the Kuwaiti military said the naval vessel was targeted on Tuesday, leaving four service members injured. It added that all four received medical treatment…
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Iranian President Vows to Defend Every Inch of the Country in Response to Trump’s Threats
TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has responded to recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, declaring that Iran will defend “every inch” of its territory against any threat. In a televised address, Pezeshkian criticized Trump’s statements and questioned whether the United States had achieved its objectives through military action. “Let Trump explain whether he has…
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U.S. Senate Delays Annual Defense Policy Bill Amid Democratic Opposition Over Iran Conflict
WASHINGTON: Debate on the annual U.S. defense policy bill has stalled in the Senate after Democratic lawmakers objected to the Trump administration’s handling of the conflict with Iran and raised concerns over provisions expanding military cooperation with Israel. According to the report, Democrats criticized President Donald Trump’s approach to the Iran conflict and opposed clauses…
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Iranian Parliament Holds First Session After Conflict with U.S.; Lawmakers Call for Policy Shift and Retaliation
TEHRAN: Iran’s parliament has held its first session following the recent conflict with the United States, during which lawmakers called for a tougher stance toward Washington, including ending a memorandum of understanding and establishing a new approach to bilateral relations. According to Iranian state media, 180 members of parliament urged the government to terminate the…
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U.S. Announces Measures Aimed at Dismantling the International Criminal Court
WASHINGTON: The United States has announced new measures aimed at weakening the International Criminal Court (ICC), with Secretary of State Marco Rubio saying Washington intends to work with its resources and allies against the court. Speaking on the issue, Rubio said the U.S. government would use the means available to it, in coordination with partner…
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Trump Urges Netanyahu to Withdraw Israeli Forces from Syria and Lebanon
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly increased pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to withdraw Israeli forces from Syria and Lebanon, arguing that the continued military presence could contribute to rising regional tensions. According to the report, Trump conveyed his position during a recent telephone conversation with Netanyahu. During the call, the U.S.…
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Trump Praises Iraq’s New Prime Minister, Calls Him ‘A Good Leader’
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump praised Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi during a meeting at the White House, describing him as “a good leader” and expressing confidence in his leadership. The two leaders met in Washington to discuss bilateral relations, regional security, and economic cooperation. Speaking alongside the Iraqi prime minister, Trump commended Al-Zaidi’s performance,…
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Trump Warns of Strikes on Iran’s Power Plants and Bridges if No Deal Is Reached
WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a fresh warning to Iran, saying the United States could target the country’s power plants and bridges if Tehran does not agree to a negotiated deal. In a recent interview, Trump said U.S. military operations against Iran would continue until he decides otherwise. “The attacks on Iran will…
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Pakistani-Origin Suspect Extradited from Qatar to U.S. in Major Electronics Smuggling Case
DALLAS: A 28-year-old man of Pakistani origin, identified as Abdullah Anwar, has been extradited from Qatar to the United States to face federal charges in connection with an alleged large-scale scheme involving the theft, fraud, international trafficking, and money laundering of high-value electronic devices. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of…
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UAE Says Two Oil Tankers Hit Near Strait of Hormuz; One Indian Crew Member Killed
ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Defence says two UAE-owned oil tankers were struck by Iranian cruise missiles near the Strait of Hormuz, leaving one Indian crew member dead and eight others injured. According to the ministry, the attack occurred in the southern approach to the Strait of Hormuz while both tankers were…
