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Former soldier accused of escaping from Wandsworth prison offered to work as Iran agent for 25 years, court hears

US President Biden and Israeli PM Netanyahu to discuss Israel's response to Iran's recent missile attack in a crucial phone call. Biden emphasizes proporti...

Wounded soldier Barak Deri said his war started on 7 October last year when he faced ‘the toughest choice’ of his life

Iran actively engages with Arab states to enhance regional ties amidst rising tensions, emphasizing security, stability, and economic cooperation.

Activists hope a change in international law could help to address the intensifying erosion of women and girls’ rights in Afghanistan

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Tensions in the Middle East have escalated with the recent killing of Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Lebanese militant organisation Hezbollah, in an Israeli attack on Beirut on September 27. His death has triggered widespread unrest, including a retaliatory missile strike by Iran on Israel on October 1.

US President Joe Biden urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to minimise harm to civilians in Lebanon, especially in the populated areas of Beirut, while reiterating support to target Iran-backed Lebanese Hezbollah militants, the White House said after their call. The plea came after Israel’s Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said…

JD Vance highlights China as top US threat, contrasts with Harris on Iran, and promotes Trump's peace efforts.

The cancelled trip comes as the region braces for Israel’s response to Iran’s missile attack.

Nov WTI crude oil (CLX24 ) Tuesday closed down -3.57 (-4.63%), and Nov RBOB gasoline (RBX24 ) closed down -8.57 (-3.98%). Crude oil and gasoline prices Tuesday gave up an early advance and sold off sharply after China refrained from adding new stimulus measures. Also, an increase in Libyan crude...