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UN Says Iran Has Executed 21, Arrested Over 4,000 Since War Started
Turk said at least nine people have been executed in connection with protests in January, 10 for alleged membership in opposition groups, and two on espionage charges.
Trump Says US Reviewing Possible Reduction Of Its Troops In Germany
President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States is considering reducing the number of its troops in Germany, amid a row with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the Iran war.
Trump Says US Has "A Shot" At Crewed Moon Landing Before Presidency Ends
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he believes NASA has a good chance of returning astronauts to the Moon's surface before he leaves the White House at the start of 2029.
Alleged Trump Assassin Took Selfie Moments Before Attack: Prosecutors
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Donald Trump took a selfie in his hotel room moments before bursting through security with a pump-action shotgun, prosecutors said Wednesday.
"I Literally Was A Fool": Elon Musk Grilled In OpenAI Trial
Elon Musk faced fiery questioning Wednesday in his court showdown with OpenAI, as he insisted that the maker of ChatGPT had fooled him by turning what was an altruistic pursuit into a profit-making juggernaut.
Pakistan Facing Major Economic Fallout Due To Iran War, Says PM Sharif
Pakistan's oil import bill had surged from $300 million before the conflict to $800 million, the prime minister said.
US Supreme Court Undermines Key Provision Of Voting Rights Act
The lower court found that the map was guided too much by racial considerations in violation of the constitutional promise of equal protection under the law.
Canoe Carrying 35 Passengers Overturns In Uganda River
The accident happened late on Tuesday on the River Nguse.
Trump Says Iran "Choking Like Stuffed Pig", Refuses To Lift Hormuz Blockade: Report
Speaking to Axios, Trump said that the blockade is "somewhat more effective than the bombing", and as of Tuesday night, he had not ordered any kinetic action.
US Has Spent $25 Billion So Far In War With Iran: Pentagon Official
This is the first official estimate of the military's price tag for the war that started after the US and Israel launched missile and drone attacks
Trump, Putin Discuss Iran War And Ukraine In Over 90-Minute Call
The leaders also discussed the war in Ukraine, now in its fifth year following Russia's invasion of its neighbour in 2022.
Ukraine Urges Israel To Seize Vessel Carrying Grains 'Stolen' By Russia
Ukraine and Israel traded accusations on Tuesday, with Ukraine saying it had repeatedly urged Israel via diplomatic channels to take measures.
Trade, Economy, Investment: How UAE's OPEC Exit Will Affect Saudi Relations
Saudi Arabia and the UAE are so deeply enmeshed in trade, investment and logistics that analysts say a full-blown economic rift is unlikely.
Stabbing Of 2 Jewish Men In London Declared Terrorist Attack
Counterterror police are investigating whether the stabbings are linked to recent arson attacks on synagogues and other Jewish sites in the British capital.
UAE Reviewing Role In Other Groups After OPEC Exit, No Withdrawal Plan Now
The United Arab Emirates is reassessing its role and contributions across organisations but is not considering any further withdrawals at this time.
Home Addresses Of Over 2,000 US Marines Leaked By Iran-Linked Group: Report
According to The Wall Street Journal, the hackers shared identifying information on Telegram, presenting the leak as evidence of their "surveillance capabilities".
'Relationship With Trump Remains Good': German Chancellor On Iran War
On Tuesday, Trump criticised Merz over his stance on Iran war.Merz and the US President have sparred over the conflict in the Middle East.
Iran Currency Drops To All-Time Low At 1,810,000 Rials To US Dollar
The drop follows weeks of calm in Iran's free currency market
Trump Can Extend Iran Naval Blockade "For Months If Needed": Report
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was "host of the meeting," the official said, adding that Vice President JD Vance and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles also joined.
