Video shows moment drone hits Kuwait airport terminal Surveillance footage captured the moment a drone struck a passenger terminal at Kuwait International Airport, killing one person and injuring dozens in the latest escalation involving Iran. Euronews · Jun 4
French-Iranian author Marjane Satrapi dead at 56 French-Iranian author and illustrator Marjane Satrapi, best known for the book and film “Persopolis”, has died of "sadness", members of her entourage said Thursday. She was 56. France 24 · Jun 4
Marjane Satrapi, French-Iranian author of 'Persepolis', dies of 'sadness' at 56 French-Iranian author and illustrator Marjane Satrapi, best known for the book and film “Persopolis”, has died of "sadness", members of her entourage said Thursday. She was 56. France 24 · Jun 4
Global airline chiefs to confront Iran war fuel shock at industry summit Airline leaders meet in Rio de Janeiro facing a major industry crisis. The Iran war is increasing jet fuel costs and disrupting flights. This is forcing airlines to raise fares and cut routes. Experts predict a downgrade to profit forecasts. Aircraft delivery delays and climate goals also present challenges. The… The Economic Times · Jun 4
Farmers: tell us how you’re coping with rising costs and extreme weather From rising fuel, fertiliser and feed costs linked to the conflict in Iran to the impact of climate change, farmers around the world are facing a range of pressures. We want to hear how these challenges are affecting you The Guardian - UK · Jun 4
Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon truce as Trump scrambles to end Iran war Group calls ceasefire a ‘roadmap to annihilate part of the Lebanese people’, throwing regional peace talks into doubt The Guardian - UK · Jun 4
Afternoon Update: Israel and Lebanon agree to ceasefire; court fight over Lehrmann’s diary; and chilling in a Soviet sanatorium The US said the ceasefire was contingent on a complete cessation of fire from the Iran-aligned Hezbollah militia The Guardian - AU · Jun 4
Israel far-right minister slams ceasefire with Lebanon as 'serious mistake' Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir criticised on Thursday a ceasefire deal with Lebanon brokered by Washington, calling it a "serious mistake". "The ceasefire with Lebanon is a serious mistake and the pipe dreams of advisers are dragging the prime minister (Benjamin Netanyahu) to wrong decisions," the minister… The Economic Times · Jun 4
More oil escapes Hormuz, keeping traders guessing Iran war: Tankers are using stealth to exit the Strait of Hormuz, freeing oil trapped in the Gulf. The practice of ships going dark is widespread. This makes it harder to gauge market flows. Oil on water in the Gulf has dropped. This shows outflows are inching higher. The market… The Economic Times · Jun 4
The Economic Times · Jun 4 $35 million Newport beach mansion, near-zero declared income: How California techie supplied US equipment to Iran for over a decade A dual Iranian-American tech executive, Jamshid Ghomi, was arrested at his $35 million mansion for allegedly running an illegal export operation. Authorities claim he routed sensitive US technology to Iran for over a decade, with his tax filings showing minimal income despite millions in international transactions. The investigation highlights a…
International Business Times UK · Jun 4 215-208: House Votes to Force Withdrawal from Iran Conflict, Four Republicans Join Democrats The US House passed a resolution to limit Trump's authority in the Iran conflict, with four Republicans joining Democrats in a rare bipartisan move, highlighting divisions within the GOP
France 24 · Jun 4 Hezbollah chief rejects truce as Israel vows continued operations in south Lebanon Hezbollah on Thursday rejected the latest ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Lebanese government, demanding a complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon as more fighting there hampered efforts to end the Iran war. The Hezbollah announcement came as Israeli strikes killed at least eight people, according to Lebanese authorities, and a…
The Times of India · Jun 4 Kuwait shares video of Iranian drone strikes on airport; huge fireball, roof collapse caught on cam Kuwait International Airport was struck by Iranian drones, causing significant damage to a passenger terminal and resulting in the death of an Indian national and injuries to dozens. Kuwait's defense ministry reported destroying numerous missiles and drones, while the Ministry of External Affairs condemned the attack and called for an…
The Economic Times · Jun 4 Bitcoin falls to pre-Iran conflict low as crypto slide extends Bitcoin experienced its lowest point since the start of the Iran conflict, dropping over 5% to below $62,000. This decline follows Strategy Inc.'s sale of Bitcoin holdings, shattering market confidence. Renewed Middle East tensions and significant outflows from Bitcoin ETFs further pressured the cryptocurrency.
International Business Times UK · Jun 4 Iran Claims Strike on US Command Ship in Gulf of Oman — Escalation or Propaganda? Iran claims to have struck a US command ship in the Gulf of Oman, escalating maritime tensions. The US denies the attack, maintaining all naval assets are operational.
The Independent UK · Jun 4 Iran-US war latest: Trump warns US doesn’t need a deal with Tehran to get enriched uranium Trump suggested if a deal was made he would meet with Iran's supreme leader