US-Iran prepare for talks amid threats over Hormuz Strait alliance
US and Iran prepare for direct talks in Pakistan while tensions escalate over Hormuz Strait alliance as UAE joins Western efforts to reopen critical oil route.
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Middle East crisis: Six killed in Iran attack, Trump considers 10,000 more troops
Middle East war escalates as Iran targets UAE infrastructure, Israel strikes Tehran government buildings, and Trump considers major troop deployment.
Holy Light ceremony proceeds despite potential ban in Jerusalem
Holy Fire ceremony in Jerusalem faces potential Israeli ban amid Middle East conflict, as Christian leaders prepare contingency plans for Easter celebrations.
Araghchi: Illegal war by two nuclear bullying regimes, US and Israel betrayed diplomacy
Iran’s Foreign Minister accuses US and Israel of waging illegal war, calls attack on diplomacy a betrayal at UN Human Rights Council emergency session.
Greek frigate “Hydra” supports merchant vessels in Operation Aspides
Greek frigate Hydra successfully supports merchant vessels in European naval operation Aspides, ensuring maritime security in critical shipping lanes.
Church leaders in Jerusalem prepare for Easter amid war
Church leaders in Jerusalem hold emergency session to address Holy Fire ceremony restrictions amid ongoing Middle East conflict, seeking clarity from Israeli PM.
Provocative Turkish newspaper claims “Greeks selling islands to Israel”
Turkish media claims Greece plans to lease Aegean islands to Israel, sparking tensions and military threats from Ankara over alleged encirclement strategy.
Putin warns Middle East conflict could rival COVID-19 pandemic impact
Putin warns Middle East conflict consequences could rival COVID-19 pandemic impact on global economy, affecting supply chains and energy markets worldwide.
Israel kills Iran Revolutionary Guard Navy intelligence chief in strike
Israel confirms killing of top Iranian Revolutionary Guard Navy commanders including intelligence chief in targeted strike on Bandar Abbas port.
Middle East: Iran responds to Trump’s 15-point peace plan
Iran officially responds to Trump’s 15-point peace plan as Middle East tensions escalate, while Israel prepares major strikes against Iranian military targets.
Trump’s 4 military options for Iran strike revealed by Axios
Pentagon examines military options for Iran strike as Trump weighs diplomatic vs. military approaches amid escalating Middle East tensions.
Zelensky reveals Trump demands Ukraine surrender Donbas to end war
Zelensky reveals Trump’s demand for Ukraine to surrender Donbas region to Russia in exchange for US security guarantees, but Ukrainian leader refuses the proposal.