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Strait of Hormuz closure chokes trade and aid for Afghanistan

Strait of Hormuz closure chokes trade and aid for Afghanistan

Landlocked Afghanistan is struggling to access supplies as fighting with Pakistan and the Iran war disrupt key routes

Somaliland's Diplomatic Move in Jerusalem Faces Broad International Condemnation

Somaliland's Diplomatic Move in Jerusalem Faces Broad International Condemnation

A coalition of fourteen countries, led by Jordan, has condemned Somaliland's decision to open an embassy in Jerusalem. This move is seen as a violation of international law and United Nations resolutions regarding the status of East Jerusalem. The statement, supported by countries including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Pakistan, and Indonesia, reflects a coordinated stance against Somaliland's actions. The coalition also reaffirmed support for Somalia's sovereignty, rejecting any unilateral measures that could undermine Somali unity. Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991 and has since operated independently, though it remains unrecognized internationally. The region has pursued international partnerships to bolster its case for statehood, but its recent actions in Jerusalem have sparked significant diplomatic backlash.

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and warns of consequences

Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and warns of consequences

Iran has denounced U.S. strikes in southern Iran as a sign of “bad faith and unreliability” amid ongoing negotiations to end the war

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan

Iran war poses new threat to harvests in hunger-stricken Sudan

By El Tayeb Siddig, Nafisa Eltahir and Khalid Abdelaziz OMDURMAN, Sudan, May 25 (Reuters) - Farmers across Sudan say the hike in global fuel and fertilizer costs resulting from the Iran conflict will force them to cut back on planting this summer, restricting food production in a country where war

Australian Families Linked to ISIS Depart Syrian Camps, Marking End of Presence

Australian Families Linked to ISIS Depart Syrian Camps, Marking End of Presence

Seven Australian women and 14 children have left the Roj camp in northeast Syria, marking the departure of the last known Australian group from camps housing families linked to ISIS. This development follows the collapse of ISIS in 2019, after which many foreign supporters, including Australians, were detained in camps like al-Hol and Roj. The Australian government has been reluctant to repatriate these individuals, citing security concerns. Despite this, some families have attempted to return to Australia, facing legal and logistical challenges.

SIPRI Reports Global Peacekeeping Troop Numbers at 25-Year Low Amid Funding Crisis

SIPRI Reports Global Peacekeeping Troop Numbers at 25-Year Low Amid Funding Crisis

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has reported a significant decline in the number of military personnel engaged in global peacekeeping operations, reaching the lowest level in at least 25 years by the end of 2025. The number of deployed personnel fell to 78,633, marking a 17% decrease from the previous year and a 49% drop since 2016. This reduction is primarily attributed to a funding crisis within the United Nations, exacerbated by delayed or unpaid contributions from major donors. The funding shortfall has led to cuts in personnel across several major operations. SIPRI highlights that geopolitical tensions and a lack of financial support are threatening the viability of multilateral peacekeeping efforts. The United States, under President Trump, has taken significant actions to withdraw from or defund various UN bodies, including efforts to end the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil).

Syria holds legislative elections in Kurdish-majority northeast

Syria holds legislative elections in Kurdish-majority northeast

Syria has held follow-up parliamentary elections in the Kurdish-majority areas of Hassakeh and Kobani

Trump says deal with Iran, opening Strait of Hormuz 'largely negotiated'

Trump says deal with Iran, opening Strait of Hormuz 'largely negotiated'

President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated” after calls with Israel and other allies in the region

In Sudan’s war economy, gold keeps flowing as miners risk mercury and collapse

In Sudan’s war economy, gold keeps flowing as miners risk mercury and collapse

Miners in northern Sudan search for gold using metal detectors and digging tools

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated'

Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are 'largely negotiated'

President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated.”

Iran Proposes New Framework to End U.S. Conflict as President Trump Considers Military Action

Iran Proposes New Framework to End U.S. Conflict as President Trump Considers Military Action

Iran has presented a new proposal to end the ongoing conflict with the United States, amid threats of renewed military action from President Trump. The proposal, revealed by a senior Iranian official, includes terms such as reopening the Strait of Hormuz, ending the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, and releasing frozen Iranian assets. The negotiations, mediated by Pakistan and supported by countries like China and Saudi Arabia, aim to address both the war and Iran's nuclear program. Iran has offered to dilute its nuclear material and limit uranium enrichment, while the U.S. insists on eliminating Iran's ability to develop nuclear weapons. Despite these efforts, significant differences remain, with President Trump reportedly considering further strikes against Iran if negotiations fail.