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Supreme Court Orders Imran Khan’s Transfer to Shifa Hospital for Treatment

The court also sought his complete medical records and directed authorities to facilitate his family meetings while ensuring his medical condition is not politicised.

Iran blames US presence for Gulf waters pollution after oil spills

Iran's foreign ministry on Monday blamed pollution in Gulf waters on US military operations in the region, after several oil spills were reported.

White House attacks CNN reporter for question on Trump aide

The White House on Monday lashed out at a CNN reporter after she asked a question about President Donald Trump's relationship with an aide, in the latest in a series of attacks on female journalists.

Former Australia batter David Warner convicted, fined for drink-driving

Former Australia batsman David Warner was convicted and fined A$1,500 ($1,065) for drink-driving by a Sydney court on Tuesday after being arrested in April.

US won’t allow Gaza reconstruction until Hamas disarms – Kushner

The US would not allow the reconstruction of Gaza until the Palestinian enclave is fully demilitarized, President Donald Trump’s peace envoy Jared Kushner said following meetings with Hamas officials and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israel wants ChatGPT to push its Gaza narrative – Politico

Israel has spent tens of millions of dollars to boost its image in the US by seeking to influence how AI platforms portray the country, Politico has reported.

Pakistan detains 258 foreigners in scam centre raid

Pakistan authorities said Monday they detained 258 foreigners, including 40 Chinese nationals, following a raid on an alleged "scam call centre" in the capital Islamabad.

Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it gets in way of Iran deal: report

President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to bomb Oman if it "gets in the way" of a US deal with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz and called for Iran to surrender.

Ronaldo hints at retirement, says upcoming year could be his last

Cristiano Ronaldo has fuelled speculation about his retirement plans after saying the upcoming year will probably be the last of his playing career.

Trump snubs South Korea over ‘very good relationship’ with Kim

US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to substantially scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his “very good relationship” with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.

Iran places $30,000 bounty on US soldiers

Tehran will pay out cash rewards to any Iranian citizen who kills or captures a US serviceman, Army Chief Amir Hatami has announced, warning Washington against putting troops on Iranian soil.

Iran, Oman Agree on New Strait of Hormuz Shipping Route Map

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said the framework aims to ensure safe passage while preserving the sovereignty of both countries.

Trump Welcomes Saudi Arabia-Turkey-Pakistan Defense Pact

US President Donald Trump has welcomed the new defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, calling it a “big, bold” first step. Signed in Makkah on August 7, the agreement commits the three countries to collective defense and stronger security cooperation. Turkey says the alliance could expand to include other regional countries.

US issues NATO members ‘loyalty test’ – Bloomberg

The US is making military support for NATO members contingent on how closely they align with President Donald Trump’s foreign policy, Bloomberg has reported.

‘Don’t come out, you’ll be killed’: Palestinians recount Israeli settler violence in West Bank

Palestinian residents of the West Bank village of Qusra have been ordered to leave their homes after a days-long siege and repeated attacks by Israeli settlers

Netanyahu hits London with ‘Islamic Britain’ jibe

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described the UK as the “Islamic Republic of Britain,” as the country’s new Labor government weighs taking measures against Israel.

My Friend Was Wrong About Chinese Cars. So Is Most of the West.

The real Western concern is not quality, subsidies or privacy, but the loss of industrial sovereignty—and the willingness to protect domestic industries at the expense of consumers.

An ‘influencer’ degree? Colleges bet on content creator major as critics question its value

Ask a teen what they want to be when they grow up, and there’s a fair chance being an influencer is on their list.

New aircraft carrier heads toward Middle East after reports of issues on long-deployed USS Lincoln

The Pacific-based aircraft carrier USS George Washington has begun heading toward the Middle East as reports have emerged of mental health and supply issues aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln.

Former Syrian President Assad sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes

A Syrian court on Tuesday sentenced ousted President Bashar Assad and his brother in absentia for murder, torture and crimes against humanity

Pentagon watchdog sounds alarm over condition of US bases in Pacific

US military installations across the Pacific are in an alarming state of decay, a new Pentagon inspector general’s report has found, calling for “immediate attention” to fix crumbling infrastructure.

Iran can fight on for years to defeat US – senior IRGC commander

Iran can stay in the fight in a prolonged armed conflict with the US, even if it lasts the rest of Donald Trump’s term in office, a senior Iranian general has said.

US lost quarter of its Reaper drones in Iran war – WaPo

The US military lost 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, or a quarter of its entire supply of the reconnaissance craft, during its war on Iran, the Washington Post has reported. The loss cost the US taxpayer an estimated $1.3 billion.

Trump says US will ‘keep Hormuz strait control’

President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States is in control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz and will "keep it."

ICE’s plan to give officers electric shock gloves draws outrage and fears of misuse

Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s plan to give officers gloves that deliver painful electric shocks faced criticism Wednesday from Democratic elected officials and civil rights advocates, who called it unnecessary and cruel.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is leaving the Trump administration

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the youngest person to hold the role, will leave the Trump administration at the end of the month to spend more time with her young family.

Two pilots killed in US Army helicopter crash

Two pilots have been killed after a US Army AH-64 Apache attack helicopter crashed in a field in central Texas and burst into flames, sparking a large wildfire and prompting evacuations in the surrounding area.

Oman Oil Spill Reaches Mainland Beaches, Threatening Marine Ecosystem

An oil spill from the stranded tanker Caroline Bezingi off Oman's coast has reached mainland beaches, threatening marine ecosystems and protected areas.

Pakistan, Iran Discuss Diplomacy as Naqvi Meets Araghchi in Iran

The two sides discussed bilateral and diplomatic issues, while Naqvi also met President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss closer political, economic, trade, cultural and security cooperation.

Air India captain’s confirmatory drug test positive for marijuana: source

The captain of an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight that suddenly lost about 300 feet of altitude last week has tested positive for marijuana in a confirmatory drug test, a source familiar with the matter said.