Gaza flotilla activists: Who are they and where are they now? Israel said French parliamentarian Rima Hassan has been deported, after Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and others were sent home earlier this week. Palestine
Hegseth tells Congress ‘indications’ Iran moving toward nuclear weapon Iran has continued to enrich uranium up to 60% purity, just a step away from weapons-grade, but the US’ top intelligence office concluded earlier this year that it is not building a nuclear weapon. Iran
Sudan army loses border control to RSF after clashes with Libya’s Haftar Sudan’s army withdrew from a volatile border zone after clashes with Libyan forces tied to Khalifa Hifter, who is accused of supporting Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. Sudan
Jailed PKK leader Ocalan 'likely’ to meet Turkish politicians amid peace talks The potential talks would mark the first direct engagement of its kind since Abdullah Ocalan's capture in 1999. Turkey
EU commission removes UAE, adds Lebanon and Algeria to money laundering list: What to know The changes to the list are still pending approval from EU member states and the European Parliament, likely within the next month. United Arab Emirates
As Trump gets 'less confident' about deal, Iran threatens US bases in region The US has maintained military bases across the Middle East for decades, with the largest—by personnel count—being Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. Iran
Analysis As Israel eyes Iran attack, US scrambles to shield its troops Senior general says Iran still retains credible missile deterrents despite significant blows by Israel’s military last year. By Jared Szuba In Washington, DC, reporting on defense, national security, military
Analysis Trump’s patience may be running out on Iran The focus on divisions between the MAGA and hawk camps may be missing the bigger story; Trump has been holding a master-class on Iran diplomacy and strategy. By Andrew Parasiliti In Washington, DC, reporting on diplomacy, regional politics, national security
Iran executes 9 'ISIS militants' amid surge in jihadist extremism: What to know While Iran has long claimed full eradication of the Islamic State through a campaign waged by late general Qasem Soleimani, the country has been grappling with a deadly resurgence of the militant group in recent years. Iran
After 3-year-pause, Turkey and EU to hold defense talks: What to know The Common Security and Defense Policy talks come after more than three years of a hiatus, as Ankara seeks a greater role in EU security. Turkey
