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The war in the Middle East spiraled further as Israel and the U.S. pounded Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump said the campaign would likely take several weeks, and Secretary of

Arguing that Chinese policy is hung on alliances—with imputations of obligation—misses the point.

The killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei could usher in a new age of assassination.

The latest advisory includes Egypt, Israel, Saudi Arabia and Qatar, according to a State Department official.

Energy prices surged Monday as the war in the Middle East led to outages of key energy production operations and a critical waterway was essentially emptied of traffic.

U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Mora Namdar posted on the social media site X that Americans in countries including Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Israel should “DEPART NOW” using any available commercial transportation.

This warning comes after the US embassies in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia came under attack from Iranian drones as the conflict escalates. | World News

Sam Altman underscored the necessity for transparency in AI applications to ensure they are not misused, especially in surveillance and safety areas. | World News

From racial tensions and school shootings to abortion and the prison system, this year’s Oscar-nominated documentary short and feature films are taking a hard look at American society.

Saudi Defence Ministry says a fire broke out at the embassy, while media reported a drone attack on Oman’s Duqm port.

US News: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday defended the joint US-Israeli military campaign against Iran, describing it as a necessary step to.

US-Israel attack Iran: Benjamin Netanyahu has asserted that the war against Iran may be lengthy but aims for a quick resolution.  | World News

Qatar shut down its LNG export facility, leading to a 54% spike in gas prices. This poses risks to energy security and could impact global markets. | World News

Throughout her first pregnancy, Wang Yifan had lots of questions, which she usually put to renowned obstetrician Duan Tao — or rather, an AI clone of the top Shanghai-based doctor.

The second-hand market for smartphones has surged in recent years, borne up by lower prices as well as interest in eco-friendly consumption even as some still fear buying a dud.

The photograph, posted on X by Iran foreign minister Abbas Araghchi, shows long, orderly rows of freshly dug graves stretching across an open dirt field. | World News

In today’s newsletter: senior international correspondent Julian Borger on what next as Iran targets its Gulf neighbours and the conflict escalates

Oil prices extended gains while the dollar and equities tumbled Tuesday as investors kept tabs on the Middle East where the United States and Israel continued to bombard Iran, while

Flightradar24 shows flights being funneled into narrow corridors north of Iran, or forced into longer detours over Saudi Arabia and other regions.

The US declassified video of strikes destroying 11 Iranian vessels in the Gulf of Oman, saying it now controls the Strait and will protect maritime navigation. | World News

Many senior US officials remain doubtful if the military operation against the Islamic Republic could lead to a regime change in the near term. | World News

A total lunar eclipse will turn the moon a deep reddish-orange on Tuesday for sky-gazers in Asia, Australia, the Pacific Islands and the Americas.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the location was fortified, but powerful weapons can sometimes get past air defenses.

Legal experts give their views on the lawfulness of the countries’ actions, including the UK’s ‘defensive’ operation

Nations will have the chance for more say as international groups convene in urgent calls and meetings, after the U.N. Security Council gathered in emergency session on Saturday, hours after strikes began.

Ali Larijani – Whom Khamenei Designated to Assume Control in the Event of His Death – Could Pitch Trump a Deal That Trades Regime Survival for the Strategic Gains Washington Seeks, Arguing That Overthrowing Iran’s Leadership Risks Chaos and That There Is No Viable Alternative Ready to Govern

Emirates airline said it will resume a limited number of flights as early as Monday evening local time.

An extended conflict in the Middle East after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran could trigger global stagflation — a troublesome blend of high inflation and anaemic growth

BRUSSELS (AP) — How long will it last? Will it grow? What will the conflict and the reported death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei mean to us, and

Middle East airspace closures have created a visible gap in global flight paths, forcing long-haul reroutes, increasing fuel costs and disruption, with potential knock-on effects for schedules and fares worldwide.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declined to say how long the U.S. expects to take to complete its mission in Iran. Separately, officials said the death toll among U.S. service members had climbed to six.

Spain says the US and Israel have breached international law, Germany says it’s no time to lecture allies. Even legal experts are split. Critics warn that reluctance to call out unlawful conduct could come back to bite.

Tens of thousands of Lebanese flee homes in eerily familiar scenes as Israeli strikes leave 52 people dead

President says he ordered attacks to thwart Tehran nuclear aims – and abruptly pivots to talk up White House ballroom

Donald Trump has spoken to several media outlets since launching a war against Iran, but hasn’t been able to offer much clarity about its status.

French president says Paris could deploy nuclear-capable fighter jets to countries such as Germany and Poland

From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today’s top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors.

Saudi Defence Ministry says fire broke out at the embassy, but the compound sustained only ‘minor’ damage.

The war over Iran engulfed more of the Middle East and beyond on Monday as strikes intensified, Iran-backed groups stepped up attacks and a sixth U.S. service member was killed in action.

Lebanese armed group says ban unjustified after Nawaf Salam says all Hezbollah activities are ‘illegal’.

Exhibitors and organisers were gamely showing off new AI-focused tech at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) trade fair in Barcelona Monday, although some were kept away by travel disruptions caused

State secretary frames strikes as necessary to protect US forces from retaliation; Chuck Schumer tells reporters ‘this is Trump’s war’ and ‘he has no strategy’

Iran and allied armed groups are firing missiles at Israel, Arab states and U.S. military targets around the region. Meanwhile, Israel and the United States are pounding Iran.

One of five U.S. service members to be listed as “seriously wounded” during major combat operations against Iran has died.

The joint U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran have sparked global anger and urgent diplomacy as the conflict spreads across the region.

Oil and gas prices soared, stock markets slid and the dollar firmed on Monday as the widening Iran war shook financial markets across the globe.

Airlines and some hotel stocks fell after the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran and subsequent retaliation strikes.

US allies in Gulf states come under attack from Iranian missiles and drones as three US fighter jets mistakenly shot down by Kuwait

Days after the US and Israel first launched strikes against Iran, the conflict is widening by the hour, drawing in other countries across the region, sparking fears for the global economy and leaving thousands of travelers stranded.

State secretary frames strikes as necessary to protect US forces from retaliation; Chuck Schumer tells reporters ‘this is Trump’s war’ and ‘he has no strategy’