‘Everything has changed’: Missile attacks shatter Dubai’s safe haven image
Dubai’s reputation as a prosperous destination for expats and influencers has changed for some following Iranian strikes.
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How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping
The Strait of Hormuz is a key artery for the movement of global energy supplies. BBC Verify’s Ben Chu has been looking at what’s been happening to marine traffic in the strait since the US-Israel war with Iran broke out – and examining the potential economic fallout. Produced by Jemimah Herd Graphics by Sally Nicholls
Continue ReadingThreat from Iran conflict spreads across Middle East in 72 hours
In less than three days, the conflict ricocheted beyond the original targets in Iran, Israel and Iraq to threaten some 300 million civilians across more than a dozen nations.
Continue ReadingThreat from Iran conflict spreads across Middle East in 72 hours
In less than three days, the conflict ricocheted beyond the original targets in Iran, Israel and Iraq to threaten some 300 million civilians across more than a dozen nations.
Continue ReadingHegseth criticizes NATO allies for hesitating on Iran military strikes
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Secretary of War Pete Hegseth warned that some traditional U.S. allies are “hemming and hawing about the use of force” as Washington presses forward with its campaign against Iran, raising fresh questions about NATO cohesion at a moment of escalation. Spain has refused U.S. permission to use […]
Continue ReadingAyatollah Alireza Arafi – Will he be Khamenei’s successor?
Ayatollah Alireza Arafi met the Pope in Rome, speaks English – and is a real hardliner. He is considered the favorite, but he has strong competitors. Mar 2, 2026, 7:57 p.mMar 2, 2026, 7:57 p.m Thomas Seibert, Istanbul / ch media Ayatollah Alireza Arafi is considered a hardliner.Image: x Alireza Arafi has persistently worked his […]
Continue ReadingInternational Women’s Day: women’s rights and democracy in the digital age | News
When: Thursday 5 March 2026, 9:00 – 12:30 CET Where: European Parliament in Brussels, ANTALL building, room 6Q2 and via streaming. On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2026, the European Parliament’s Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM), chaired by Lina Galvez (S&D, ES), will host an interparliamentary meeting with national and European […]
Continue ReadingFrance to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France’s nuclear umbrella – but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.
Continue ReadingMadrid bars US from using Spanish bases to attack Iran – POLITICO
The U.S. pulled its warplanes from Spanish bases after Madrid prohibited their use against Iran, Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles said today. Missions involving the bases must “operate within the framework of international law,” the minister said during a press conference at the Armilla Air Base, adding that military installations on Spanish territory would be […]
Continue ReadingCyprus slams UK after Akrotiri drone strike forced locals to flee – POLITICO
A Shahed-type unmanned aerial vehicle hit Britain’s Royal Air Force base at Akrotiri in Cyprus just after midnight Monday, while more drone strikes targeting the base were successfully intercepted during the day. While the source of the drone strike is so far unconfirmed, with local media saying it probably came from Lebanon, a senior commander […]
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