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Nixon to Trump: Pakistan’s long record as backchannel between rival powers
Islamabad reprises its role as diplomatic broker as US and Iran edge closer to wider confrontation.
Lebanon faces ‘humanitarian catastrophe’ under Israeli assault: UN
Displaced Lebanese families 'living in constant fear' under Israeli bombardment, warns UN Refugee Agency official.
Nepal’s new PM gives message to nation in rap, ahead of swearing in
Nepali rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah has been sworn in as PM after his party’s landslide election win.
Iran expert says US ground invasion could cause a global economic meltdown
Ali Vaez says the US and Iran have reached a stalemate where further escalation would likely lead to catastrophe.
Qatari PM and US officials discuss strategic ties amid Iran war
The meeting reviewed the 'close strategic cooperation' between Doha and Washington, Qatar's foreign ministry said.
Saudi, UAE, Iraq: Can three pipelines help oil escape Strait of Hormuz?
Countries in the Middle East have ramped up oil exports via pipeline to bridge the Strait of Hormuz gap.
Pilots of firefighting helicopter survive crash in South Africa
Video shows the moment a firefighting helicopter lost control and crashed conducting water drops in South Africa.
‘We will no longer stand by’: Austria plans social media ban for under-14s
Austrian officials highlight addiction and ill-health while advocating for stricter age restrictions.
France calls IOC sex testing a ‘step backwards’ while Trump praises move
Transgender women athletes now excluded from female events at the Olympics after IOC agrees new eligibility policy.
Ukraine announces ‘mutually beneficial’ defence deal with Saudi Arabia
Kyiv, which has built expertise on how to counter drones, seals pact amid Iran war.