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Israel killed a Hezbollah commander in a strike on Beirut, the first since the ceasefire, prompting Hezbollah to fire and launch drones at Israeli soldiers. Iran ally Hezbollah has responded to those strikes by firing and launching armed drones towards Israeli soldiers.
US President Donald Trump said the war with Iran would be over quickly after Israel launched airstrikes on Beirut for the first time since the ceasefire. The attacks targeted Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants in the Lebanese capital.
Iran is reviewing a US proposal to end the war, while denying allegations of involvement in a blast on the HMM Namu ship. Tehran’s embassy in Seoul said it “firmly rejects and categorically denies” allegations that its armed forces were behind a blast aboard the Panama-flagged HMM Namu.
Shell's profits surged by nearly a quarter due to recent oil price volatility, benefiting from the impact of the Iran war. The energy giant's financial gain is a direct result of the current market fluctuations.
German leaders, including Chancellor Friedrich Merz, have publicly played down the domestic threat from Iran-linked groups. Intelligence agents had privately warned of potential hybrid attacks from these groups. Intelligence agents have privately warned of the potential of hybrid attacks from Iran-linked groups.
Japan and the UAE have agreed to hold talks on expanded oil supply and joint stockpiles. The discussions aim to strengthen their cooperation in the energy sector, with details of the talks yet to be announced.
The French warship La Fayette is heading towards the Strait of Hormuz for a possible defensive mission. The move comes as Iran reviews a US proposal to end the war, which Donald Trump says could bring peace.
Israeli forces killed Yahya Abu Arra in Gaza on the day his daughter Sana was born. Her first birthday is now shadowed by loss, with her father's death a tragic reminder of the conflict.
A fragile truce holds between India and Pakistan one year after their clash, with Kashmir remaining a key dispute hindering stability. At the heart of the dispute remains Kashmir, a flashpoint that continues to hinder long-term stability and economic potential in South Asia.
Two Singapore residents were isolated after exposure to hantavirus on a flight and cruise. The two men were on the same flight as a confirmed hantavirus case who later died.
A judge who sentenced South Korea's former first lady Kim Keon Hee to four years in prison has been found dead. The judge's death raises questions about the case and its outcome.
Sri Lanka's former President Chandrika Kumaratunga congratulated Vijay on his achievement. She recalled the friendly ties between Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka, looking forward to continued relations.
The Russian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale was locked due to sanctions, sparking protests. Venice Biennale Erupts in Protest as Russian Pavilion Locked by Sanctions Sri Lanka Guardian.
Malaysia is seeking clarification from Norway after an export control halted the supply of missiles. Norway banned the deliveries just days before the scheduled date,.
The European Union has agreed to ban AI-powered 'nudifier' apps that create deepfakes and sexualized imagery. The move is part of a broader effort to regulate AI use within the EU.
New Zealand imposed sanctions on 20 Russia-linked individuals and entities. The move targets those connected to Russia, as Russia-Linked Individuals and Entities Odessa Journal.
US President Trump will host Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva at the White House for talks on security, trade, and critical minerals. The meeting comes after a rocky relationship between the two leaders.
Iranian President-elect Pezeshkian stated that US conduct shifted diplomacy towards threats, pressure, and sanctions. This approach altered the diplomatic path. Pezeshkian: U. S. conduct diverted path of diplomacy toward threats, pressure, and sanctions Pars Today.
Cybersecurity threats are driving growth in the security analytics market. Companies are turning to AI-driven defense solutions to protect against attacks, with market revenue surging as a result. Security Analytics Market Surges as Cyber Threats and AI-Driven Defense Transform Cybersecurity vocal. media.
The World Health Organization updated its Hantavirus outbreak toolbox to combat the serious viral infection. The protocols aim to save lives by providing guidelines for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Hantavirus is a serious viral infection.
WHO Chief told AFP that the hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship is not comparable to the start of the Covid pandemic. The situation does not have similar characteristics. WHO chief told AFP Wednesday the cruise ship hantavirus outbreak isn't like Covid's early days.
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