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Iranian security forces have destroyed multiple terrorist cells linked to the United States and Israel in the southeastern province of Sistan and Baluchestan, seizing weapons and communication equipment. The cells were reportedly planning attacks to destabilize the region, but there is no evidence of direct US or Israeli government involvement.
Iran has strongly condemned airstrikes by the United States and Saudi Arabia on Iraqi territory, accusing them of violating Iraq's sovereignty and escalating regional tensions. Tehran dismissed claims that the strikes targeted Iran-linked groups as a pretext for intervention and called for international condemnation.
The U.S. Treasury announced new sanctions targeting entities and individuals linked to Iran, escalating economic pressure amid stalled nuclear talks. The measures include asset freezes and transaction bans, with Washington citing security threats. Iran condemned the move as provocative and unlawful.
Iraq’s National Security Council has condemned U.S. and Saudi airstrikes on Hashd al-Shaabi forces, calling the attacks a violation of Iraqi sovereignty. The council urged the international community to denounce the strikes.
President Donald Trump has promised a major military escalation against Iran after a new missile attack on US bases in the Middle East, following his White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Iran's IRGC said it targeted a US air base and command center in Jordan, warning of further strikes as tensions rise after the deaths of three US soldiers on July 17.
The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an automatic earthquake alert on July 28, 2026. Details such as magnitude and epicenter are pending. No immediate damage or casualties reported.
The Japan Meteorological Agency issued an automatic earthquake warning on July 28, 2026. No specifics on magnitude or damage have been released.
Japan's Meteorological Agency issued an automatic earthquake warning on July 28, 2026. The alert, generated by the agency's seismic monitoring system, aims to provide early warning to residents. Authorities are monitoring the situation and will provide updates as details emerge.
A major earthquake in southwestern Japan has caused widespread blackouts and extreme heat, forcing many residents to spend the night without air conditioning and seek shelter in their own vehicles. Thousands have evacuated as authorities rush to restore power and deliver supplies.
Saudi Arabia's role in the Arab and Islamic world gives it significant weight in prospects for normalization with Israel. The kingdom has maintained a consistent stance for more than half a century, viewing recognition of Israel and the establishment of a Palestinian state as parallel components of a single solution. With its economic, religious and political standing, Saudi Arabia is seen as the decisive factor.
