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An Indian national was among a second group of migrants deported from the United States and taken in by Costa Rica. Costa Rica has accepted deportees from the US under a secretive agreement, one of several countries in Africa and the Americas to do so.
Hezbollah politicians in Lebanon affirmed a cautious commitment to a 10-day cease-fire with Israel, which appeared to be holding on its first day. The truce could remove an obstacle in U. S.-Iran peace talks.
Iran's foreign minister announced the Strait of Hormuz is open to shipping, raising hopes for a peace deal after weeks of tensions. The statement comes after a US-led naval exercise in the region.
Pope Leo XIV visited a shrine in Angola where enslaved Africans were baptized before being forced into the Atlantic Ocean. The shrine is a poignant reminder of the country's complex history with slavery and the Catholic Church's role in it.
Iran has a "mosquito fleet" with boats that go over 115 miles per hour. A retired US official calls it a disruptive force. Separate from the regular Iranian Navy, with boats that often go more than 115 miles per hour, it’s what a retired U. S.
Donald Trump said he may not extend the Iran ceasefire. He made the statement on Air Force One. "Maybe I won't extend it, but the blockade is going to remain," U. S.
Iran made seven false claims within an hour regarding US President Trump's suggestion to blockade the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait of Hormuz carries around a fifth of the world's oil supply. Trump's proposal had raised concerns about potential disruptions to global oil supplies.
US President Donald Trump claimed that Chinese President Xi Jinping is "very happy" about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait of Hormuz was previously closed due to tensions between the US and Iran. Trump made the statement amid ongoing peace talks between the US and Iran.
US President Donald Trump said he would bring Iran's enriched uranium back to the US, elaborating on his claim that Iran had agreed to hand over its enriched uranium. Iran's response was not immediately clear.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain benefited from a spat with President Trump. This helped him at home with domestic challenges. To leftists abroad, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez of Spain is a hero for standing up to President Trump.
Pope Leo XIV, previously known as a mild-mannered mediator, has become more combative following President Trump's attacks. The Pope's new stance is a notable shift from his reputation after his election last year.
Samuel Samson, a 27-year-old diplomat, has driven the Trump administration's push to upend America's postwar relationship with Europe. He achieved this just five years out of college. Samson's efforts have significantly impacted the US-Europe relationship.
A former US ambassador discussed their new novel at the School of Law. The event covered global affairs. Former U. S. ambassador discusses new novel, global affairs at School of Law Daily Bruin.
Italy striker Mateo Retegui suffered an injury in the Scottish Premier League. He is ruled out for the season.
Boeing has secured a significant increase in military contracts amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The boost in orders is partly attributed to worries over scarce jet fuel, which became more acute earlier this week.
Syed Hamid Albar, Malaysia's 82-year-old former defence, foreign and home affairs minister, has made a surprise return to UMNO. He left the once-ruling party in 2018. Syed Hamid's return, unlike Khairy Jamaluddin and Hishammuddin Hussein's, was not previously reported.
Artemis astronauts re-entered Earth's atmosphere at 48,021 kmph. They returned at roughly 32 times the speed of sound. The re-entry marked a significant phase of their mission. They returned into Earth's atmosphere at roughly 32 times the speed of sound.
Meta is planning to lay off around 8,000 employees by next month. The company is also planning further layoffs in the second half of the year. This information comes from three sources familiar with the matter.
Singapore and Australia have substantially concluded negotiations on economic resilience and essential services. The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, and infrastructure development.
The U. S. extended a waiver allowing countries to buy Russian oil. This move may complicate Western efforts to deprive Russia of revenue for its war in Ukraine. Washington's decision puts it at odds with its allies.
The US extended the deadline for buying Russian oil. The Treasury Department delayed the enforcement of a sanctions clause, allowing certain transactions until 1 December. This move aims to ensure a smooth transition for countries still purchasing Russian oil.
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