Viral claims allege Mojtaba Khamenei is Iran's new Supreme Leader. We verify these 2026 rumors, explain the country's actual succession process, and outline why official confirmation from Tehran is necessary to trust the reports.

A 125-year-old Sikh shrine in Pakistan has been illegally demolished, sparking protests and diplomatic backlash. Pakistani officials have now pledged to restore the site while conducting a full inquiry into the unauthorized destruction.

The United States declared its independence from Britain 250 years ago. Here's how the US's relations with other nations — and its global image — have changed since.

The EU has moved to curb what it sees as unfair competition from mostly Chinese online retailers by imposing its levy. It follows a similar move from the US.

After the quakes, almost 2,000 people are confirmed dead, and about 43,000 remain missing. Aid agencies warn of worsening hunger and disease amid an overwhelmed healthcare system.

In a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court has blocked President Trump's executive order attempting to curb birthright citizenship, affirming constitutional protections established by the 14th Amendment.

US Treasury sanctions two men and nine firms and issues a FinCEN bank alert on fuel smuggling and Mexican tax evasion linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar says Pakistan rejects India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it binding under international law and vital for peace.

PM Modi urges dialogue and freedom of navigation during a high-stakes call with Iranian President Pezeshkian. Discover India's strategic approach to maintaining regional stability amidst West Asia's evolving landscape.

Iran rejects reports of direct talks with the US in Doha. Tehran insists its delegation is visiting solely to implement a 14-point MoU regarding oil sales and frozen assets, shutting down rumors of political negotiations.

The US Supreme Court refused to revive Alan Dershowitz’s USD 300 million defamation case against CNN, as two justices urged a review of libel rules.

Europe faces a mounting health emergency as temperatures hit 40°C. With 1,300+ deaths recorded, critical infrastructure and power grids are buckling under the pressure of this lethal, record-breaking 2026 heatwave.

Rescue teams in Venezuelas La Guaira search rubble four days after earthquakes. Officials report 1,450 dead as families seek missing and criticism grows.

Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait after US airstrikes, warning talks may stop as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz access.

US forces strike Iran following a fresh drone attack on an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. As tensions flare in 2026, this military confrontation threatens global energy security and jeopardizes fragile regional ceasefire efforts.

Four people have died in Kentucky flooding as Gov. Andy Beshear declared an emergency; flash flood warnings stayed in place across Kentucky and Indiana.

Indian official says business will drive India-US projects in AI, semiconductors, quantum technologies and critical minerals, turning policy into outcomes.

Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic says he will resign within weeks, opening the way to early elections after youth-led protests in Belgrade.

A 6.1-magnitude quake struck northeast Afghanistan, with tremors across Pakistan and parts of India. Authorities reported no immediate casualties or damage.

An explosion occurred near University Road in Karachi on June 27, 2026. Security forces are at the scene near the Rangers office to determine the cause of the blast and confirm any potential casualties in the area.

Trump has triggered a trade dispute, threatening 100% tariffs on nations taxing US tech giants. Explore the fallout for exporters and how digital services tax policies in 2026 prompted this aggressive warning from Washington.

Donald Trump blames Iran for a drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a ceasefire breach as talks continue.

Congo has filed an ICJ case accusing Rwanda of breaching treaties on genocide, discrimination and torture amid decades of conflict in eastern Congo.

A man has pleaded guilty in Boston after staging an armed robbery to secure a U visa. Discover how this elaborate fraudulent scheme manipulated police surveillance footage and led to serious federal charges.

People in countries like Greece, Italy and Spain have long lived with high temperatures. Here's what more northerly countries can learn from them about managing heat waves as they become more common.