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A Sunni member of Iran's Basij volunteer force was shot dead in Zahedan, southeastern Iran, on February 27. Local officials confirmed the incident and said an investigation is ongoing to identify the perpetrators.
Iran formally warned on May 30 that any nation cooperating with US aggression against Tehran would face serious repercussions. The statement escalates rhetoric amid heightened Middle East tensions and aims to deter potential collaborators.
A 4-year-old boy was among three Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes in central Gaza on August 23, while Israel threatened further escalation over allegations that kites were launched from the territory. Experts say the kite threat is fabricated to derail ceasefires and serve political aims.
The US has threatened Iran with what it calls the most severe sanctions in history, warning any nation trading with Tehran will face consequences. Iran has responded with threats of retaliation against countries joining the US measures, while China and Russia may limit the impact.
Dutch public broadcaster AVROTROS has announced it will not participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, citing a loss of neutrality due to international conflicts, particularly the Gaza war. The decision follows a series of boycotts over Israel's participation and comes as the event faces declining viewership.
The US military has struck a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the eastern Pacific, killing two people, as part of its ongoing anti-drug campaign. The Southern Command confirmed the attack, which occurred on Sunday, and released video showing the vessel being hit by a large explosion. The operation is part of Operation Southern Spear, which has resulted in over 200 deaths since September.
Israel has floated a tender for over 1,200 homes in the E1 settlement area, drawing widespread international condemnation and warnings that it would kill the two-state solution. Analysts say Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and right-wing politicians may use the backlash to their political advantage in the upcoming election.
A Damascus court has sentenced former Grand Mufti Ahmad Hassoun to life in prison for inciting violence and abusing his position during Syria's civil war. Hassoun, who served from 2005 to 2021, was arrested in March 2025 and faced trial starting June 25.
Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire targeted southern Lebanon, raising fears of the collapse of the fragile ceasefire. The attacks hit several border towns and villages, with the IDF citing Hezbollah activities as justification. The escalation undermines recent diplomatic efforts to maintain peace.
