Middle East
Israel Escalates Across Lebanon, Gaza and West Bank; US-Iran Tensions Heat Up in Strait of Hormuz
Military escalation by Israel across multiple fronts is occurring simultaneously with heightened US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, driving oil prices higher amid concerns over prolonged disruptions to Middle Eastern energy supplies.
Iran announces "exclusion zone" near Strait of Hormuz
Trump's Envoys Meet Zelenskyy in Kyiv After Extended Putin Talks
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Trump submits Saudi nuclear deal to Congress
President Trump has submitted a classified civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, but says the deal is contingent on Riyadh normalizing relations with Israel.
Oil tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz
An oil tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off Oman, the UKMTO said, with damage reported but no casualties.
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon pose threat to peace talks
Israeli strikes that killed 11 people in southern Lebanon on Saturday are being described as the biggest threat to peace talks since a June agreement.
Turkey passes amnesty law tied to PKK disarmament
Turkey's parliament passed legislation creating legal grounds for a peace process with the PKK, suspending sentences for members of the outlawed group if it verifiably disbands and surrenders weapons.
