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How volatile is the situation in Iran?
The country has been rocked by two weeks of widespread protests since the currency collapsed.
Will Elon Musk’s X changing the Iranian flag have any impact on the ground?
Analysts say Musk's move may give a small boost to some protesters, but matters little during internet blackouts.
Trump says no more Venezuelan oil or money to go to Cuba, demands ‘deal’
Venezuela is Cuba's biggest oil supplier, but no shipments have departed Venezuelan ports since Maduro's abduction.
Germany’s double standard on peaceful protests
Germany’s double standard on peaceful protests
“Europe has to look after its security and cannot rely on America”
“America has moved from being a close and valued ally in many ways to becoming an avaricious imperial predator.”
Hunger strike for 70 days: How the body breaks down without food
Medical estimates put survival without food at 45 to 61 days. Three UK activists are now pushing beyond that boundary.
LIVE: Barcelona vs Real Madrid: El Clasico Supercopa final
Follow our live build-up with team news coverage before our live text commentary stream of Spain's Super Cup final.
Iran protests live: Tehran says it will hit back at US, Israel if attacked
Iranian president calls for unity as protests triggered by an economic crisis escalate into the worst unrest in years.
Sudan announces government’s return to Khartoum from wartime capital
Army-aligned government returns to the capital, which was quickly overrun by the RSF in the early days of war in 2023.
Iran’s Pezeshkian pledges economic overhaul amid spiralling protests
President strikes conciliatory tone but accuses US and Israel of fuelling unrest that has killed dozens.