Iranian missile strike on Beit Shemesh kills at least nine in Israel
At least nine people were killed after an Iranian missile struck a residential neighborhood in the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh.
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Azerbaijani soldiers are assisting those fleeing the conflict in Iran at the Astara border
While most are returning Azerbaijanis, 50 foreign nationals, including diplomats, have also used the corridor to evacuate.
EU foreign ministers vow to protect citizens but refuse to back regime change in Iran
EU foreign ministers warned of unpredictable economic consequences and called for the Strait of Hormuz to be kept open, however, fell short of supporting US aspirations for regime change in Iran.
Israel FM says Europe 'does not have unified position' as he slams Spanish government
Asked about Europe's role on Iran, the Israeli foreign minister said the EU 'does not have a unified position' and brushed off criticism from the Spanish government. Madrid rejected what it described as a unilateral and escalatory operation that risks plunging the region into
Iranian strikes hit Dubai and Abu Dhabi, damaging airport terminals and the Burj Al Arab
One person was killed in Abu Dhabi. The UAE claimed to have intercepted hundreds of projectiles as residents sought shelter in basements.
Israeli FM says 'no timeline' set for Iran attack as he calls on Iranians to 'seize their fate'
Israeli foreign minister Gideon Sa'ar told Euronews in an interview that the military strikes conducted alongside the United States are designed to 'create the conditions to weaken the regime enough to allow the Iranians to take their future into their own hands' as operation
Heavyweights Deliver a Spectacular Finale in Tashkent
The final day in Tashkent saw thrilling heavyweight action. Murad Fatiyev shocked Lasha Bekauri, Kaila Issoufi secured her first Grand Slam gold, Said Sadrudinov made history for Bahrain, and Akira Sone returned to the top. A dramatic finish closed an unforgettable weekend.
A new Ayatollah to be chosen within days, Iran's Foreign Minister says
Retaliatory Iranian strikes killed three US service members and injured several in Israel, as thousands in Yazd mourned, following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Middel-East War Expands to the European Union
Cyprus comes under attack as Iran fires two missiles at British tourist destination. Risk of Unintended Escalation. Two Iranian missiles were fired in the direction of Cyprus, currently holding the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU, British Defence Secretary John
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German cruise passengers stranded in the Persian Gulf amid Iran attacks
The Persian Gulf is currently a hot zone due to hostilities. The Strait of Hormuz is closed to shipping, except for ships with connections to China or Russia that can pass.
Belgium seizes Russian shadow fleet tanker in North Sea sanctions crackdown
The Belgian navy has seized a tanker suspected of busting EU sanctions on Russia, sailing under a false flag in Belgian waters. France assisted the operation, which targets Moscow's shadow oil fleet.
Why you could face legal consequences for posting strike footage in the Middle East
Authorities have restrictions around sharing such images for security purposes and to prevent the spread of fake news.
EU set to discuss repatriation of citizens from the Mideast, as thousands of flights cancelled
EU ambassadors and foreign ministers hold emergency talks on the Iran war, with the repatriation of European nationals on the agenda as thousands of flights are cancelled in the Middle East.
Putin calls the death of Iran's Ali Khamenei, a 'cynical murder'
The President noted that in Russia, Ayatollah Khamenei will be remembered as an outstanding statesman who made a huge personal contribution to the development of friendly Russian-Iranian relations.
Qatar intercepts Iranian missile waves on day two of retaliation as Doha fire contained
On day two after US strikes on Iran, Tehran continued to launch missile and drone attacks across the Gulf, including Qatar, raising regional tensions and prompting authorities to advise residents to stay vigilant.
Orbán raises terror alert and eyes election gains as Iran war disrupts energy markets
Hungary raises its terror threat level and renews pressure on Ukraine to restore Russian oil flows, as the Israel-US strikes on Iran roil global energy markets — handing Orbán a campaign boost.
EU Advisory Body Warns Against Overreach in Tobacco Tax Reform : Innovation, Competitiveness and Sustainability at Risk
A fierce policy debate over the European Union’s Tobacco Excise Directive (TED) reopened a few weeks ago as the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) adopted a consequential opinion (18/02/2026) on the Commission’s proposed overhaul of tobacco excise rules. While
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First oil tanker attacked in the Strait of Hormuz according to Oman
An oil tanker was attacked off the coast of Musandam in the Strait of Hormuz. Four people were injured and all 20 crew members were evacuated, according to Oman's Maritime Security Centre.
In pictures: Strikes across Tehran, Tel Aviv and Dubai
Images from across the Middle East show escalating tensions and widespread fallout after coordinated strikes by the United States and Israel on Iran
How Europeans can register with their embassy after attack on Iran
Residents and visitors to the Middle East are being urged to register their presence to receive updates.
Israel-Iran conflict: 19,000 flights delayed as Middle East aviation comes to a standstill
Major aviation hubs in the Gulf suspend operations with airspace closed and airlines forced to cancel and divert flights, leaving passengers stranded around the world.
Years of absolute rule: Who was Ali Khamenei and how did he come to power in Iran?
The most powerful man in Iran was killed on Saturday in US and Israeli air strikes on Tehran and his death leaves a power vaccum in the country. But how did Ali Khamenei rise to power and what is his legacy?
Iranians take to the streets to celebrate Khamenei’s death
Footage from social media showed people celebrating in the streets of the Iranian city of Kiraj late on Saturday after both the US and Israel claimed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had been killed in their major aerial attack earlier in the day.
Von der Leyen backs regime change in Iran, signaling policy shift at the European Commission
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called for a 'credible transition' in Iran on X, contradicting the joint statement of EU Foreign Ministers who did not share the US and Israeli aspirations for regime change.
Pistachio production: Spain goes nutty for the snack that's become a food sector staple
Spanish pistachio production has substantially grown by 73.6% in the past year, and the results are plain to see in supermarkets. Why has the small seed has gone from being a savoury snack to one of the most disputed ingredients in the food sector?
Mourners gather in Mashhad after death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei
Mourners assembled at the Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad after Iranian state media confirmed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in a US-Israeli airstrike.
We will hit them with a force that has never been seen before, Trump warns Iran
Trump warned Iran against escalating attacks, while Iran’s parliamentary speaker vowed “devastating blows” in response to the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and continued US-Israeli strikes.
‘Not that optimistic’: As 30x30 goals falter, can an Ocean Act save Europe’s waters?
From sustainable fishing quotas to sabotage of undersea cables, ocean issues will take the spotlight this March at European Ocean Days.
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