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Iran says negotiations with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz are in their final stage, stressing the waterway won't return to pre-war status. The announcement follows U.S. President Trump's claim of a conditional halt to strikes on Iran, with a potential deal requiring the strait's full reopening.
A massive Ukrainian drone attack on multiple Russian regions overnight killed at least 8 people, including civilians, with strikes on infrastructure and a Wildberries warehouse. Russia reported intercepting 635 drones, while Ukraine says it targeted an oil refinery and an air base. The escalation comes as both sides intensify deep strikes, with Russia launching a record number of missiles in July.
Republican Senator Bernie Moreno has publicly called on Representative Max Miller, his former son-in-law, to resign from the U.S. House amid domestic abuse allegations involving his daughter. Despite the pressure, Miller insists he will not withdraw from the race and denies the allegations.
At least 72 people have died after a massive migrant surge from Morocco into Ceuta, Spain’s North African enclave, with authorities confirming more bodies found. Spain is stepping up patrols and border controls amid a growing humanitarian and political crisis.
A suicide bomber struck outside a police station in Swat Valley, Pakistan, killing at least 14 and wounding 22 as residents protested against rising violence. The attack occurred in Kabal town near the Afghan border, prompting security forces to launch investigations.
Armenia's parliament has reappointed Nikol Pashinyan as Prime Minister following his party's victory in June 2021 elections. The vote, held on January 16, saw 71 lawmakers in favor and 6 against, with Pashinyan pledging to focus on security, economic growth, and peace talks with Azerbaijan.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has vowed a 'crushing' revenge for the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. The IRGC called the killing a serious crime and warned of consequences, while international observers worry about escalation across the Middle East.
Iran's ambassador to Pakistan said external challenges cannot undermine the strong bilateral ties, citing shared history and culture. He highlighted ongoing cooperation in trade, energy, and border security, and expressed optimism about future economic goals.
The US Defense Secretary warned that any nation attempting to build defenses against American military superiority would face devastating consequences, describing it as being consumed by the 'fire of war'. The remarks, delivered at a regional security forum, underscore Washington's hardening stance amid heightened geopolitical competition, particularly in the Indo-Pacific. Analysts caution that such rhetoric may fuel concerns about escalation, though sovereign states retain their right to self-defense under international law.
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged the US to prioritize dialogue to ease tensions with Iran, hours before President Trump paused new airstrikes. The move reflects Gulf concerns about a wider conflict and potential retaliation against energy infrastructure.
