A US judge permanently barred key parts of President Donald Trumps election order, including proof of citizenship for voter registration and limits on mail ballots.

The new US-Iran peace deal seems to be forcing Lebanon to choose between Israel's sphere of influence or Iran's. It wants neither. But could there be a better alternative, achieved with the help of regional diplomacy?

The US Senate has approved a war powers resolution challenging President Trump’s military stance on Iran. Discover why key Republican defections have sparked a major clash over congressional authority and national security.

The UN Security Council unanimously backed steps to improve investigations and prosecutions for attacks on peacekeepers, addressing low accountability rates.

Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian met Pakistan’s leaders to discuss regional developments and a US-Iran peace roadmap, following talks in Switzerland.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits the UAE, Kuwait and Bahrain to address Gulf concerns over an Iran ceasefire deal, Hormuz reopening and sanctions relief.

Tensions flared at the BRICS security meeting in New Delhi as Iran alleged that the UAE facilitated and participated in direct military strikes against its territory, marking a major diplomatic escalation in West Asia.

Meta is reportedly investing $900 million in CRED, as Kunal Shah takes the helm at WhatsApp. This major deal signals a shift in Meta's payment strategy. Discover how this partnership could transform India's digital finance and future e-commerce.

A mysterious, sail-less Chinese submarine spotted in Shanghai is sparking debate. Experts are analyzing what this 2026 design reveals about Beijing’s rapid acceleration of underwater military power in the Indo-Pacific.

Iran and the US are establishing a vital hotline for the Strait of Hormuz to prevent maritime clashes. This move aims to safeguard critical energy routes as diplomatic negotiations continue throughout 2026.

A massive explosion at Qatar’s Barzan gas facility has left 54 injured and 18 missing. As authorities investigate the June 21, 2026 blast, global energy markets are on notice regarding potential supply disruptions from this key export hub.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif praised Iran’s de-escalation at the Lake Lucerne Summit as US, Iran, Qatar and Pakistan discussed implementing a new MoU.

Gaming is in mourning following the tragic death of Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot. He was killed in a private plane crash near La Baule, France, on Friday. The industry remembers the visionary behind the Guillemot Corporation.

US diplomatic efforts in Switzerland are currently on hold as the stability of the Lebanon ceasefire emerges as a critical test. Will the 14-point memorandum between Washington and Tehran survive this regional hurdle?

Khamenei conditionally backs the US-Iran agreement, warning against overreach. As they start a 60-day process, Tehran insists national rights and the Resistance Front’s interests remain non-negotiable during these diplomatic talks.

Emmanuel Macron shared a Hindi farewell video for Narendra Modi after his France visit to Nice, Evian, and Paris, praising Franco-Indian ties.

The UAE has officially mandated a minimum age of 15 for social media use, marking a major policy shift. Learn how this new law impacts children, families, and platforms as the government prioritizes digital safety and mental health in 2026.

As inflation remains stubbornly high at 4.2%, the Federal Reserve has pivoted away from expected rate cuts. Discover why Fed officials are now considering rate hikes in 2026 to combat rising costs and economic pressure.

US President Donald Trump has officially signed a landmark peace memorandum with Iran. The historic deal promises to lift critical oil sanctions and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz to restore global energy trade stability.

Poland says the US is interested in a permanent military base, backed by joint funding, as Warsaw seeks more permanent US troops on NATO’s eastern flank.

Rex Heuermann is sentenced to life without parole for killing eight women in the Gilgo Beach case, after relatives addressed him in court.

President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Donald Trump to Versailles to keep US-France dialogue open amid Iran, Ukraine, and tariff disputes at the G7.

At the G7, Narendra Modi urged Donald Trump to prioritise seafarer safety during the US Iran peace deal, while both reviewed strained India US ties and trade.

The Trump administration has shared the draft of a new US-Iran memorandum. Discover key details regarding uranium enrichment policies, Strait of Hormuz access, and the growing pressure for Congressional oversight on the deal.

At the G7, Narendra Modi urged maritime security and seafarer safety, citing Strait of Hormuz trade disruption and Indian deaths after a strike off Oman.