A second Iranian warship was reported approaching Sri Lanka’s territorial waters on Thursday, a day after a US submarine sank an Iranian frigate, killing at least 87 sailors, parliament was told. Media Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said the vessel was just outside Sri Lankan waters but did not provide further details. Officials fear the ship, carrying […]
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In a tense development that briefly heightened security concerns, Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry confirmed that two cruise missiles were successfully intercepted and destroyed over an area south of the capital, Riyadh. According to an official statement, the missiles were brought down in the Al-Kharj district, preventing potential damage and ensuring the safety of residents in […]
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In the early hours of the morning, the United States Embassy in Riyadh was struck by two drones, according to Saudi Arabia’s defence ministry. The incident resulted in a limited fire and minor material damage, based on an initial assessment shared publicly. The drone strike comes at a time of heightened regional tension. Ongoing missile […]
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Australia has confirmed that around 115,000 Australians are currently in the Middle East and unable to return home due to widespread airspace closures triggered by ongoing regional tensions. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the aviation halt has made it extremely difficult for both commercial and government‑organized flights to evacuate citizens from countries such as Israel, […]
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In a surprising turn of events, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party has lost a seat it held for nearly 100 years, marking one of the most dramatic political moments of his leadership so far. The traditionally safe Labour constituency of Gorton and Denton, located in Greater Manchester, saw voters turn away from the […]
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