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Iran releases rare video of Mojtaba Khamenei after reports of deteriorating health
Iran's Mehr News Agency broadcast rare footage of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei amid conflicting reports regarding his health and alleged strike injuries.
Iran appoints Mohsen Rezaee to lead security council as Oman deal nears
Iran has appointed veteran commander Mohsen Rezaee to head its Supreme National Security Council as maritime negotiations with Oman approach a final agreement.
Don Nelson, second-winningest coach in NBA history, dies at 86
Don Nelson, basketball visionary and second-winningest coach in NBA history, has died at 86. He compiled 1,335 wins across 31 seasons.
Sicily Coast Ancient Roman Shipwreck Discovered Packed With Amphorae
Divers off the coast of Sicily have discovered a Roman shipwreck containing hundreds of ancient amphorae and cargo, resting at a depth of 150 feet.
Over 1 million evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin hits China
Typhoon Dolphin made landfall on China's eastern coast as the strongest tropical cyclone of the year, forcing massive evacuations and transport disruptions.
Oil prices rise amid uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz reopening
Oil prices rebounded as persistent uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz outweighed optimism from potential shipping lane agreements.
British Columbia wildfire forces 20,000 to evacuate as emergency declared
A massive wildfire in British Columbia has doubled in size to 23,500 acres, forcing over 20,000 residents to evacuate and prompting a state of emergency.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez sparks debate after revealing decision to freeze her eggs
US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has sparked a widespread national debate after announcing that she has begun the process of freezing her eggs while criticizing federal reproductive healthcare policies.
Houthi port strike in Yemen kills seven as regional tensions escalate
A coordinated Houthi missile and drone strike on Yemen's government-held port of Mokha killed seven people and left 15 injured.
Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in eastern China forcing mass evacuations
Typhoon Dolphin made landfall on China's eastern coast as the year's most powerful tropical cyclone, triggering mass evacuations and widespread transport disruptions.
Dirk Nowitzki, Stephen Curry, Luka Dončić, NBA world mourn loss of Don Nelson
Legendary NBA coach and innovator Don Nelson has passed away at the age of 86, prompting an outpouring of grief and tributes from basketball stars past and present.
Suspected Irish gang boss Daniel Kinahan charged with directing organised crime group
Following an international manhunt and extradition from Dubai, suspected cartel leader Daniel Kinahan appeared before Dublin's Special Criminal Court on organised crime charges.
Houthis attack Saudi refinery, Yemeni Red Sea port at Mokha
Yemen's Houthi rebels launched coordinated missile and drone strikes targeting a Red Sea port and a Saudi oil facility, escalating regional tensions and endangering shipping routes.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until US behavior changes
Iran's Supreme National Security Council insists the Strait of Hormuz will remain shut to shipping until the US meets a series of stringent demands.
Netanyahu rejects Trump Gaza peace plan and demands Hamas disarmament first
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally rejected a U.S.-backed Gaza peace initiative, insisting that military positions will be maintained until Hamas fully disarms.
Israel rejects US-led 15-point Gaza peace plan, says Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected a US-backed 15-point peace plan for Gaza, creating a public rift with the Trump administration over military withdrawal and disarmament demands.
Iran issues Trump surrender document with nine conditions to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued a list of nine conditions, including financial compensation and troop withdrawals, before reopening the Strait.
German military base spotted with drones near Patriot depot
Unidentified drones were sighted over the sensitive Bundeswehr military facility in Mechernich, heightening security anxieties following an explosive device incident at Leipzig airport.
M50 wrong-way crash leaves nine in hospital including eight teenagers
A wrong-way vehicle crash on Dublin's M50 motorway has left nine people in hospital, with one teenager in critical condition as Gardaí appeal for witnesses.
Iran issues list of new demands over Strait of Hormuz
Iran has issued an uncompromising set of demands to reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, dealing a severe blow to hopes for a swift diplomatic resolution.