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British Couple Jailed in Iran Face Long Imprisonment, Speak Out from Evin Prison

British couple Lindsay and Craig Foreman, jailed in Iran since January 2025 on espionage charges they deny, describe harsh conditions and emotional struggles from Evin prison. They face a 10-year sentence amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and limited contact with family.

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Israel Detains 175 Activists After Intercepting Gaza Aid Flotilla Near Crete

Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza aid flotilla near Crete, detaining 175 activists. The Global Sumud Flotilla condemns the action as piracy; Israel cites legal blockade enforcement. International reactions include calls for respect of international law amid ongoing Gaza humanitarian concerns.

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Oil Prices Surge as US Plans New Military Briefing on Iran Options

Oil prices surged after reports that US Central Command will brief President Trump on new military plans targeting Iran, including strikes and potential control of the Strait of Hormuz, amid stalled peace talks and threats disrupting global energy shipments.

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Israeli Double-Tap Air Strikes Kill Three Lebanese Rescue Workers, Officials Say

Two Israeli air strikes in southern Lebanon killed nine, including three rescue workers, amid ongoing conflict and ceasefire violations. Lebanon's PM called it a war crime; human rights groups warn such attacks may breach international law.

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Ukraine Accuses Israel of Receiving Grain Shipments Stolen by Russia

A diplomatic dispute has arisen as Ukraine accuses Israel of accepting grain shipments stolen by Russia from occupied Ukrainian territories, with both nations exchanging official statements and the EU condemning such actions.

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Iran Seeks Attack Guarantees Before Gulf Stability; US-Iran Tensions Escalate

Iran demands credible guarantees against US-Israeli attacks before Gulf stability is possible amid escalating tensions. Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon despite ceasefire, while the US reviews Iran's proposal to unblock the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing conflict.

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Russian Superyacht Linked to Putin Ally Passes Strait of Hormuz Amid Blockade

The Russian superyacht Nord, linked to billionaire Alexey Mordashov, sailed through the Strait of Hormuz amid a US blockade and Iran-US tensions, highlighting ongoing geopolitical complexities.

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Trump Invites Iran to Talk as New Proposal on Hormuz Strait Emerges

Iran offers to end control over the strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program. Trump invites Iran to negotiate, insisting on nuclear disarmament. Hezbollah rejects Lebanon-Israel talks amid ongoing regional tensions.

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Trump Cancels US Envoys' Pakistan Trip for Iran War Talks

Donald Trump cancelled a US delegation's trip to Pakistan for Iran war talks, citing internal Iranian confusion. Diplomatic efforts remain stalled amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz and Tehran's nuclear ambitions.

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Palestinians Vote Amid Middle East Tensions; Israel Strikes Lebanon Despite Ceasefire

Palestinians vote in first elections since Gaza war began amid ongoing Middle East tensions. Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire. US and Iran prepare for peace talks in Pakistan amid regional instability.

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Palestinians Vote in West Bank and Gaza Local Elections Amid Political Divisions

Palestinians vote in local elections across the West Bank and Gaza's Deir al-Balah, with Hamas barred and Fatah dominating amid political divisions and a fragile ceasefire.

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Trump Announces Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Extension Amid Iran Talks and NATO Tensions

US President Trump announces a three-week Israel-Lebanon ceasefire extension amid ongoing tensions with Iran. Iran’s foreign minister plans talks in Pakistan, NATO allies face US scrutiny, and Human Rights Watch urges Lebanon to join the ICC after journalist killings.

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