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An Israeli airstrike on the southern suburbs of Beirut killed at least one person and wounded several others on November 22. The attack targeted the Hezbollah stronghold of Dahieh, damaging a building and prompting a swift emergency response.
Iran’s Chief Justice Gholam-Hossein Mohseni-Ejei has warned that hostile forces are employing various tactics to erode national unity and stability. He called on all Iranians to unite regardless of background to counter these threats amid ongoing economic sanctions and political pressure.
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan arrived in the Netherlands on Saturday for a three-day official visit, their first since King Willem-Alexander's 2013 inauguration. The trip includes meetings with the Dutch royal family, cultural events, and economic initiatives to enhance bilateral cooperation on trade, technology, and climate change.
Activists in Jamaica are going to court to stop government restrictions on beach access, claiming privatization favors tourists and investors while harming locals who rely on the sea. Led by the Jamaica Beach Survival Heritage Movement (Jabbem), they aim to end the colonial-era Beach Control Act through five lawsuits over specific beaches. The government argues for balancing economic benefits, but activists demand unconditional, permanent access rights.
The Israeli military accuses Hezbollah of launching three projectiles toward northern Israel, violating a ceasefire agreement, and orders mandatory evacuations for residents of over two dozen towns in southern Lebanon. The accusations come as Israel continues its attacks on Lebanon despite potential US-Iran negotiations. Far-right Israeli ministers call for escalated strikes against Hezbollah.
President Donald Trump says the first phase of a peace deal with Iran will be signed on Sunday, but Tehran rejects that timeline, suggesting it could happen in 'the coming days'. The memorandum of understanding would extend the ceasefire for 60 days and covers issues including the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions, and Iran's nuclear program.
Romanian President Nicusor Dan has nominated Adrian Vestea, a member of the National Liberal Party and former mayor, to serve as Prime Minister and form a new government after the previous candidate withdrew. Vestea aims to lead a political government focused on reforms and a pro-Western path. He has 10 days to form a government and secure a confidence vote.
The UK Court of Appeal will rule Monday on whether the government was correct to proscribe the activist group Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation. The High Court previously found the ban unlawful, but it remains in place pending the appeal. The case follows the sentencing of four activists who were convicted as terrorists for causing criminal damage at an Israeli arms company facility.
Iran Air announced on June 13 it had safely returned 27,810 Hajj pilgrims to Iran, as part of its transport plan for the season. Return flights operated from Saudi Arabian airports, with the airline mobilizing aircraft and crew to maintain the schedule. The airline said it will continue flights until all Iranian pilgrims are home.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson commemorated the 12th anniversary of the 12-day war, crediting resistance and national resilience for repelling hostile forces. The 2012 conflict was a pivotal military event that tested Iran's sovereignty. Analysts see the anniversary as a reaffirmation of Tehran's hardline posture amid regional tensions.
