Middle East crisis live: Trump ‘surprised’ Iran has targeted Gulf countries and claims US ‘decimated’ Kharg Island
US president said he did not want to make a deal with Iran yet, while claiming that he might hit Kharg Island again ‘just for fun’How have you been affected by the latest Middle East events?Iraq’s football team will travel to Mexico for a 2026 World Cup playoff match despite calls for it to be postponed due to the Middle East war, the country’s football association has announced.“The national team will depart at the end of the week to Mexico via a private plane,” said Iraq football association president Adnan Dirjal in a statement, adding they had contacted Fifa to help facilitate the trip during the conflict in the region that has hampered flights. Continue reading...
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Smoke rises over Beirut’s southern suburbs
Smoke rises from Beirut’s southern suburbs as the Middle East war enters its third week.
Republic of Congo votes in election that could extend Sassou’s 42-year rule
Denis Sassou Nguesso, 82, is running for a fifth term to add to his 40 years already in power.
Anti-war protest held in Tel Aviv, criticising Israel’s attacks on Iran
A small anti-war protest was held in Tel Aviv, criticising Israel’s attacks on Iran.
Medvedev ends Alcaraz’s winning run, sets up Sinner final at Indian Wells
Medvedev, who arrived in the US after leaving the UAE via Oman amid Iranian attacks. ends the world no 1's 16-match run.
U.S. Tells Citizens to Leave Iraq After Second Attack on Embassy
An Iran-backed militia took responsibility for an overnight attack on the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad. President Trump called on other nations to help escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
‘DM your details’: Travellers warned of scam airline accounts as Iran war disrupts flights
Criminals exploiting Middle East crisis by targeting customers seeking help or refunds from affected carriersYour flight has been delayed as a result of the Middle East crisis and you want to find out what’s happening, so you go online for an answer. You find a social media account run by the airline you are booked with and post a question, and get a reply offering help.You’re asked to send a direct message with details, which seems reasonable. A conversation starts and you are told to give your phone number as you may be due compensation. This is where it all starts going wrong: instead of being given money, you have it taken. Although it looked official, the account that replied was a scam. Continue reading...
Two Arrested in Death of Anti-Iranian Regime Activist in Canada
A man and a woman were charged with murder in what the authorities described as a “targeted incident” against Masood Masjoody, who had gone missing weeks ago in British Columbia.
Vietnam holds general election, 93% candidates from ruling Communist Party
Vietnamese elect members of parliament from a list of candidates almost exclusively fielded by the governing party.