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Gulf states must rethink trillion-dollar defence in light of US-Iran war, says report
A new report argues Gulf states must overhaul their trillion-dollar defence strategies following the US-Iran war, citing significant vulnerabilities in regional military capabilities and questioning the continued value of US military presence.
US inmate Christa Pike says she woke up ‘confused and in pain’ after failed execution
Christa Pike released a statement describing ongoing physical and psychological pain following a failed lethal injection execution in September that left her hospitalized in critical condition.
Ruins of city hall a symbol of France divided by protests
Limoges town hall, a 19th-century landmark, was severely damaged by fire during nationwide protests over cost of living and school conditions, becoming a flashpoint in France’s deepening political divide.
Australian MP Helen Haines’ condition improves after alleged car attack
Australian independent MP Helen Haines, 65, improved to serious but stable condition after losing both legs in an alleged deliberate car attack outside her office five days ago. A suspect has been arrested and charged.
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Up to £464m ‘moved through more than 3,000 UK high street shell companies’
Analysis reveals up to £464m moved through more than 3,000 UK shell companies disguised as beauty and convenience stores, showing patterns consistent with money laundering and terrorist financing.
Thames Water creditors accused of ‘shuffling chairs on Titanic’ with plan for new board
Thames Water creditors propose new board leadership to secure their £10bn rescue plan, but face criticism over the proposal’s substance amid potential government nationalisation discussions.
California AG Rob Bonta cancels Paramount settlement meeting, citing ‘lack of good faith’
California Attorney General Rob Bonta canceled a settlement meeting with Paramount Skydance, accusing the company of breaching confidentiality and misrepresenting merger discussion details.
Network Rail sues companies for £5m over Llanegennech derailment
Network Rail is suing DB Cargo UK and Touax Rail for over £5m following a 2020 train derailment that spilled 446,000 litres of fuel into protected wetlands near Carmarthenshire.
As Trump courts Kim, Pyongyang ups the price, while Seoul fears being sidelined
North Korea launched ballistic missiles Thursday hours after Trump announced plans to meet leader Kim Jong Un, dismissing U.S. efforts to shorten military drills with South Korea as insufficient.
Top Iran official says U.S. focus on economic warfare shows it has failed militarily
Iran’s parliament speaker dismissed Trump’s economic threats, asserting that years of U.S. sanctions have failed and suggesting Washington resorts to economic warfare after military attempts proved unsuccessful.
Ukraine war briefing: Nord Stream bombings were not us, Zelenskyy insists
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy denied state involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline bombings, while a Ukrainian man was arrested in Croatia on suspicion of participating in the attack.
Israeli strike on Gaza shelter extends casualty list
An Israeli air strike hit a tent sheltering displaced Palestinians in central Gaza near al-Aqsa Hospital, killing at least one person and wounding several others early Monday.
Russia to seize poorly protected infrastructure as Ukraine barrage persists
Russia’s president signed a decree allowing the state to seize control of critical infrastructure deemed inadequately protected from attack, amid ongoing Ukrainian drone strikes targeting energy facilities and industrial sites.
Japanese delegation seeks to soothe strained ties with China
Japanese lawmakers travelled to Beijing for talks aimed at restoring diplomatic ties strained by the prime minister’s comments on Taiwan and subsequent Chinese trade restrictions.
Kidnappers release video showing hundreds abducted from Nigerian mosque
Kidnappers released a video showing hundreds of worshippers abducted from a Nigerian mosque during Friday prayers, prompting authorities to launch a rescue operation.
Norway plans further development of Arctic drilling amid EU energy concerns
Norway plans to continue developing Arctic oil and gas reserves in the Barents Sea despite EU environmental concerns, citing European energy security needs following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.