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Iran executes dozens, arrests 4,000+ in war crackdown
Iran executed dozens and arrested over 4,000 in a war crackdown. 'Killing off the country': Iran executes dozens, arrests 4,000+ in war crackdown Fox News.
Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
Thirteen people were killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon. Four women and a child are among the dead, as fighting between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah continues despite a ceasefire.
OPEC+ agrees in principle on small oil output quota hike without UAE, sources say
OPEC+ agreed to a small oil output quota hike without the UAE. The output hikes are largely symbolic for now, with most shipping through the Strait of Hormuz halted by the U. S.-Israeli war against Iran.
Zambia cancels world’s largest human rights and tech summit days before start
Zambia cancelled the RightsCon 2026 conference citing non-alignment with national values.
U.S. warns shipping firms they could face sanctions over paying Iranian tolls in Strait of Hormuz
The US warned shipping firms they could face sanctions for paying Iranian tolls. The alert posted Friday (May 2, 2026) by the U. S. Office of Foreign Assets Control adds another layer of pressure in the standoff between the U.
What to Know About the U.S.-Iran Peace Talks
US and Iran peace talks are at an impasse over Iran's nuclear program. Negotiations to end the war are at an impasse over Iran’s nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz, which remains mostly shut.
Trump "not satisfied" with new peace deal offered by Iran as standoff's costs multiply
Trump is not satisfied with Iran's new peace deal offer amid multiplying costs. Live Updates: Trump "not satisfied" with new peace deal offered by Iran as standoff's costs multiply CBS News.
Trump Warns Of More Oil Disruptions, US Aircraft Carrier Leaves Gulf
US aircraft carrier leaves Gulf amid oil disruption warnings by Trump. US Israel Iran War Ceasefire News LIVE Updates.
As Israel Entrenches, Frustration With Hezbollah Turns to Support
Israel's demolition of villages in southern Lebanon is turning frustration with Hezbollah into support. With the cease-fire fraying and Israel demolishing villages in the south, many Hezbollah supporters in Lebanon are putting aside their annoyance with the group and turning to it for protection.
After Assad's fall, Syria's Kurds are left in limbo, feeling abandoned by the U.S.
Kurdish families in Syria struggle with cold and uncertainty after Bashar al-Assad's fall. Caught in limbo after the fall of Syria's Bashar al-Assad, Kurdish families struggle with cold, loss and uncertainty.
Jordanians Struggle as Mideast Wars Scare Tourists Away
Jordan's tourism high season is nearly wiped out due to Mideast wars. Though Jordan mostly sat out the conflicts, its tourism high season was nearly wiped out at popular sites.
Experts On Why Trump Should Not Use 'Dark Eagle' Missiles Against Iran
The US military's "Dark Eagle" missile system is too expensive for President Trump to use against Iran, experts say, citing a significant financial burden. The system's high cost and limited availability make it an impractical choice for military action.
Germany urges stronger European defence after US announces troop drawdown
Germany's defence minister says Europeans must take on more responsibility for their own security after the US announced it would withdraw 5,000 soldiers. "We Europeans must take on more responsibility for our own security," says Germany's defence minister after Washington announced it would withdraw 5,000 soldiers.
U.S. withdrawing 5,000 troops from Germany, U.S. officials say
U. S. officials announced the withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany. Germany's Defence Minister said the move had been expected and that Europe needed to do more to ensure its own security.
Ukraine is hitting oil facilities deep inside Russia; soaring fuel prices could blunt the impact
Ukrainian drones are flying deep into Russia to strike oil facilities. The attacks could lead to soaring fuel prices in Russia.
China's railway hit new single-day passenger record on May Day
China's railway sets new single-day passenger record on May Day. China's tourism market is a bright spot in domestic demand, injecting momentum into a economy facing pressure from weak consumption and a prolonged property downturn.
Japan’s Takaichi pledges deeper energy cooperation with Vietnam
Japan's Takaichi signs six agreements with Vietnam in Hanoi. Takaichi signs six agreements with Vietnam, including on technology, agriculture and space, during a trip to Hanoi.
Opinion | "Empire Of Arms": How US Economy Sustains War Outside And Violence Within
US economy sustains war and violence.
After Trump’s Ousting of Maduro, Little Has Changed for Most Venezuelans
Most Venezuelans see little change after the US ousted Maduro, despite promises to unleash prosperity. U. S. officials say they will “unleash prosperity” by commandeering the oil industry. Many people in Caracas say it will take far more than that.
Why US Oil Giants Are Making A U-Turn On "Uninvestable" Venezuela Now
Shipments of Venezuelan crude to the US Gulf Coast have risen in recent months. US oil giants are now investing in Venezuela after previously deeming it "uninvestable".
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