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Israel's Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, addressed the UN General Assembly. He spoke during the debate on the Middle East and the Strait of Hormuz. Danon represents Israel at the UN.
Iran’s military has reimposed strict control over the Strait of Hormuz, citing the U. S. blockade of Iranian ports as a reason. A shipping monitor reported two ships were struck, one by a gunship and another by an unknown projectile.
Israel has been granted permanent observer status in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation. The move was made at the 46th session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Niger's capital Niamey. Israel's status change was approved by a majority of the member states.
US officials reaffirmed their maximalist stance in ongoing ceasefire talks with Iran, which rejected demands to transfer enriched uranium stockpiles. The dispute over nuclear material remains a key obstacle to de-escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.
Pope Leo arrived in Angola on a three-nation Africa tour as his remarks on global issues drew comparisons to U. S. President Trump. He told journalists he regretted any perception of his comments as a direct response to Trump’s criticism, stating he has no interest in engaging the U. leader.
The government earmarked 22 ships carrying energy cargo to India for repatriation in coordination with Iranian agencies and Indian Navy.
US-Iran war latest: Iran can’t blackmail us, says Trump after Hormuz attack The Telegraph.
U. S. military officials prepared to seize Iranian-linked ships in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump declared Iran "can’t blackmail us" amid gunfire disrupting oil tankers. The U. blamed Iran for the attacks, which damaged vessels and raised regional tensions.
The Lebanese army condemned the attack in a statement.
Hezbollah denies any connection to the incident and urged "caution in making judgments" pending the results of the Lebanese army's investigation.
Earlier today, a terrorist who infiltrated the community of Negohot in Judea and Samaria was identified and eliminated," the military said, using the biblical term for the West Bank.
Pakistan has emerged as the main mediator between the two foes.
Israel and Turkiye have been trading nearly-daily diplomatic barbs over a range of regional conflicts, from Israel's war in Gaza to rising tensions linked to Iran.
Iranian state TV, said "control of the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous status".
In order to eliminate the threat. forces attacked the terrorists in several areas," it said, noting that the military was authorised to act against threats.
The attacker, who took hostages inside a supermarket, was killed after a shoot-out with police, officials say.
Wolves on brink of relegation after 3-0 defeat to Leeds, Bournemouth boost European hopes with win.
Police are investigating whether jars sold in Spar shops were criminally interfered with.
Bournemouth boost European chances with 2-1 win at Newcastle.
Rublev sets up Barcelona final showdown with Fils.
The pontiff says his remarks have been misinterpreted after a spat with the US president. Pope says 'tyrants' speech was not aimed at Trump. .
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