Iran Faces Economic Strangulation as US Pressures Trade Partners
US threatens sanctions on nations trading with Iran, following UAE's suspension. China's role and regional partners' responses are critical.
International Relations
Le Pen seeks to calm business fears ahead of French presidential debate
Marine Le Pen tells French business leaders not to fear her party's plans, as polls show her leading the presidential race and markets turn jittery.
Gaza City Strike Kills One, Health Officials Say
An Israeli military strike in Gaza City killed at least one person, according to local health authorities, as residents gathered at the scene.
Qatar PM in Tehran to revive diplomacy as US tightens economic squeeze on Iran
Qatar's PM visits Tehran to push a phased plan for the Strait of Hormuz as the US escalates economic pressure and talks remain stalled.
Russia pounds Ukrainian cities in overnight missile and drone barrage
Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukrainian ports, retailers and industrial sites. Ukraine said it shot down seven ballistic missiles.
Himalayan Flash Floods Kill 353, Leave Over 1,300 Missing
A glacier collapse triggered flash floods in Nepal and Tibet, killing at least 353 people and leaving over 1,300 missing.
Nepal Floods: Hundreds Missing After Glacier Collapse Triggers Mud Torrent
A glacier collapse in Nepal unleashed a deadly flood, killing 353 and leaving over 1,300 missing in the Himalayan region.
China tells Philippines to remove grounded warship from Ren'ai Jiao
China's defence ministry urges the Philippines to tow away the BRP Sierra Madre from Ren'ai Jiao and stop provocations.
Iran Conflict Enters Sixth Month With No Off-Ramp as Regional Powers Push for Peace
The US-Iran war hits six months with no end in sight. Pakistan pushes diplomacy to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump says he has no time schedule.
Italy Extends Diesel Tax Relief as Iran Conflict Keeps Fuel Prices High
Italy extends diesel tax cuts to September 5 to soften inflation from the Iran war, though experts call the measure largely symbolic.
Nepal Floods: Hundreds Missing After Glacier Collapse Triggers Devastation
Rescuers search for hundreds missing after a glacier collapse caused catastrophic floods along the Nepal-China border, leaving widespread destruction.
India airlifts relief to Nepal as hundreds remain missing after floods
India dispatches two aircraft with relief supplies to Nepal after devastating floods leave hundreds dead and missing, including 288 Indians.
Police document falsification in missing-person cases stokes public anger in South Korea
A South Korean police officer allegedly falsified missing-person reports; four bodies found on Jeju. Public trust in police erodes as reforms loom.
Syria Reconnects to Global Payments as Visa and Mastercard Go Live
Visa and Mastercard process first international card payments in Syria, marking a key step in financial reintegration.
Qatar's PM meets Iran's foreign minister as Hormuz tanker attack reported
Qatari PM Al Thani met Iran's FM in Tehran as a tanker was hit in the Strait of Hormuz, with Doha urging de-escalation.
Brazil's July Current Account Deficit Hits Seven-Year High
Brazil's current account deficit widened to $8.11 billion in July, the largest for the month since 2019, far exceeding forecasts.
French stocks slide as election debate and budget worries rattle investors
French blue-chip stocks fell to a one-month low as investors weighed election risks and upcoming budget negotiations.
Yung Filly allowed to return to UK ahead of Australian retrial
Perth court allows Yung Filly to return to Britain while awaiting retrial on rape charges; assault convictions stand.
Ukraine's Drone Campaign Hits Major Russian Refineries
Ukrainian drone attacks have damaged or halted operations at multiple Russian oil refineries, impacting fuel production.
Russia confirms CIA chief's Moscow visit, calls it routine
Russia's foreign intelligence chief confirms meeting with CIA Director Ratcliffe, calling it routine.