Iran

Riyadh says the drone was intercepted before entering Mecca’s restricted airspace, while the Houthis call the accusation a “lie” as regional tensions escalate. MECCA, Saudi Arabia — Saudi Arabia has accused Yemen’s Houthi movement of launching a drone toward the holy city of Mecca, deepening tensions between Riyadh and the Iran-aligned group. The Houthis, however, […]

The 220–204 vote marks the third time the House has approved a measure seeking to withdraw U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran, with seven Republicans joining Democrats. WASHINGTON — The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a new war powers resolution directing President Donald Trump to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran, intensifying […]

Economist Ichsanuddin Noorsy warns that Indonesia’s heavy dependence on imported oil could trigger higher prices, inflation, fiscal pressure, rising dollar demand, debt burdens and potential layoffs JAKARTA — Escalating tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb are sending fresh shockwaves through global energy markets, with crude oil prices climbing above US$100 per […]

Iran has established an interim leadership council as the country faces a critical succession process following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. TEHRAN — Iran has entered one of the most uncertain periods in the history of the Islamic Republic following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a U.S.-Israeli strike […]

MOSCOW – Russia has reportedly completed the first batch of 20 Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets ordered by Iran, with deliveries expected to begin in 2026. The development marks a significant step in Tehran’s military modernization program and is expected to substantially strengthen the country’s aging air force. According to Military Watch Magazine, the aircraft were […]

BANDAR ABBAS, Iran — Fishing boats are once again setting sail from the port of Bandar Abbas as daily life slowly resumes following months of heightened military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important maritime corridors. Although a ceasefire has eased hostilities between Iran, the United States, and Israel, […]