Frustrated Indian youth flock to a political party led by a cockroach

A parody political party called the Cockroach Janta Party, with the insect as its symbol, has exploded across India’s social media by turning absurdist humor into protest.

Gaza flotilla activist blasts Israel: ‘They treat their animals better’

Julien Cabral has just completed his first voyage with the "Flotilla for Gaza". One of his eyes is ringed with purple, he has a wound on his left temple and an injured shoulder blade.

Middle East war casts shadow over million-strong hajj pilgrimage

More than a million Muslims are gathering in Mecca for the hajj pilgrimage overshadowed by the Middle East war, as animosity smoulders across the region despite a fragile ceasefire.

Israel saved missiles while US burned through its stocks during Iran war – WaPo

Israel conserved its air defense interceptors during the Iran war while the US expended significant portions of its stockpiles, the Washington Post reported on Thursday, citing anonymous US officials.

Iran threatens war ‘beyond the region’ if US attacks

With ceasefire talks stalled, tensions around the Strait of Hormuz continue to disrupt global energy markets while regional security fears intensify.

China is Russia’s ‘most powerful strategic partner’ – Putin investment envoy

Beijing stands as Moscow’s “most powerful strategic partner,” with Russia’s massive natural reserves and cheap energy making it a perfect fit for cooperation in artificial intelligence...

Iran says peace proposal includes reparations for war damage, US troop withdrawal

The proposal comes as President Donald Trump says there is a “very good chance” of reaching a nuclear deal without renewed military strikes.

Elon Musk Loses Lawsuit Against OpenAI in Major Victory for Sam Altman

The verdict strengthens OpenAI’s path toward a potential $1 trillion IPO while intensifying scrutiny around Sam Altman’s leadership and credibility during the high-profile trial.

Pakistan deploys jet squadron, thousands of troops to Saudi Arabia during Iran war

Pakistan has reportedly deployed 8,000 troops, fighter jets, drones and advanced air defence systems to Saudi Arabia under a confidential mutual defence pact, marking one of the largest military deployments between the two allies in recent years.

Trump delays ‘very major attack’ on Iran

US President Donald Trump has postponed what he described as a “very major attack” on Iran, saying Gulf leaders had asked Washington to give negotiations with Tehran another “two or three days.”

Three killed in California mosque shooting

Three men were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, and two suspected teenage shooters are also dead, law enforcement officials said. The attack is being investigated as a hate crime, according to police.

UAE reports drone strike on nuclear power plant

The UAE said an unidentified drone struck the territory of its only nuclear power plant on Sunday amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.