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Iran Warns Of '9/11 Style' False Flag Plot By 'Epstein Network'
Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, has warned of what he described as a possible conspiracy aimed at blaming Iran for a major terrorist attack.
War In The Making: How Trump's Actions Pushed Sensitive Iran Ties To Edge
A look back on Trump's words and actions during his two Presidential terms pertaining to Iran could easily allude to the early makings of a crisis almost a decade ago.
Iran's Kharg Island Attack Triggers Panic In China: Why It Matters To Beijing
The escalating war, especially the attack on Iran's Kharg Island, has put Beijing in a panic mode - leading to drivers rushing to fill their vehicles' tanks and causing long queues at the gas stations.
Not Just Oil, Iran War Puts The Gulf's Water Supplies At Risk Too
Desalination plants are crucial for countries across the Gulf, where natural freshwater sources are extremely limited.
Perplexity's Aravind Srinivas Says AI Could Change How Computer Science Is Taught
Aravind Srinivas endorsed a post on X by a physics and AI/ML student that argued large language models (LLMs) are automating routine coding tasks.
Ukraine Wants Money, Technology For Helping Middle East Against Iran Drones: Zelensky
Gulf states have expended large quantities of air-defence missiles to counter Iran's attack drones and have sought Ukraine's expertise in downing them.
North Korea Tests Nuclear-Capable Rocket Launchers With Kim, Daughter In Attendance
Kim Jong Un said the drill would expose "the enemies within the 420-km striking range to uneasiness".
Who Covers AI Business Blunders? Some Insurers Cautiously Step Up
The trend of "agentic AI" has taken off, with bots handling computer tasks by themselves and businesses trimming ranks of human workers as a result.
US Military Could Use AI Chatbots For War Planning, Palantir Demo Suggests
US defence contractor Palantir has shown how artificial intelligence chatbots could help military analysts review intelligence and generate possible battlefield plans, according to software demos and Pentagon records.
"It's Safe, Will Always Be Safe": Dubai's Push To Contain Fallout From Iran War
Iran has fired over 1,800 missiles and drones at the UAE, more than any other country targeted by Tehran in the war.
Loan From UK-Israeli Firm Funded Mojtaba Khamenei's London Homes: Report
Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei used a 36 million UK poundsloan from a company owned by British-Israeli businessmen to help finance the purchase of luxury homes in London.
The Environment, Another Casualty Of War In Middle East
From the jet fuel used in bombing raids to acrid smoke from burning oil depots, the conflict in the Middle East is inflicting a significant toll on nature and the climate.
7 Indian Pilgrims Dead After Bus Falls Into A Gorge In Nepal
At least seven Indian pilgrims were killed in a micro-bus accident in Nepal's Gorkha district on Saturday evening while returning after offering prayers at the Manakamana Temple, the police said.
Loud Blasts In Dubai, Kuwait Airport Hit In Fresh Iranian Strikes
Loud sounds were heard in Dubai's Marina and Al Sufouh areas, while operations at UAE's Fujairah oil terminal came to a halt after Iranian strikes on Sunday.
Iran Guards Vow To "Pursue And Kill" Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu
Iran's remarks came amid social media posts raising questions about the whereabouts of Benjamin Netanyahu.
US Could Release Photos, Videos Of "Non-Human Craft" In Trump's UFO File Release: Report
Donald Trump recently ordered the release of files related to aliens, UFOs and other information connected to the subject.
"I'd Do A Number": Trump's Warning To Hit Iran's Kharg Island, 38 Years Ago
Thirty-eight years before US forces targeted military targets on Iran's Kharg Island, he had said in an interview that he "would be harsh on Iran" and that "one bullet shot" on a US soldier or ship would invite an attack on the island
Father Of 3, 28-Year-Old Sergeant Among 6 US Soldiers Killed In Iraq Crash
While three were members of the US Air Force, the other three were stationed with the US Air National Guard.
Opinion: Opinion | With A Takaichi Mandate, India-Japan Collaboration Can Enter a New Era
As global crises - from the war in Iran to instability in the Indo-Pacific - test the resilience of nations, a reinvigorated India-Japan partnership offers a model for meaningful international engagement.
