Iran lawmakers present Hormuz management bill as US war heats up

Hardline MPs table plan that aims to formalise control over the strait and undermine any negotiations.

Which world leaders are visiting Qatar to pay their condolences?

Sheikh Hamad, who ruled the country from 1995 to 2013 and revolutionised modern-day Qatar, died on Thursday aged 74.

Sudan sentences RSF chief Hemedti to death: Who’s he, what’s he accused of?

Port Sudan trial of paramilitary leaders centres on atrocities in West Darfur.

World Cup: France, Spain unbeaten before semis, but only one can make final

Heading into semifinal, neither side has trailed in a match at FIFA World Cup, but only one can reach the 2026 final.

World Cup semifinals delay Barcelona’s, Real Madrid’s La Liga starts

From Lamine Yamal to Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham, many Barca and Madrid stars feature in the World Cup semifinals.

Russia readies to reroute exports from Sea of Azov after Ukrainian attacks

Ukraine says drones hit 11 Russian vessels in the Azov Sea, targeting tankers, dry cargo ships, and a tugboat overnight.

Can Gulf countries defend themselves against renewed Iranian attacks?

Expensive interceptor missiles are facing mounting pressure from Iran's cheaply produced drones.

Lebanon, Israel hold talks in Rome on implementing framework deal

Beirut is hoping for progress towards securing an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.

Tour de France crash and concussion cases expose limits of roadside checks

Three of the eight riders who have abandoned the Tour de France in the opening week have suffered concussions.

How new Yemen tensions could complicate the global energy crisis

If the fighting in Yemen expands, and the Houthis try to block the Bab al-Mandeb, the world economy faces a new shock.