Thursday, 21 May 2026

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said the United States was ready to proceed with further attacks on Tehran if Iran did not agree to a peace deal, but suggested Washington could wait a few days...

'If aggression against Iran is repeated, the promised regional war will extend beyond the region this time,' warns Iran's Revolutionary Guards

Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video on Wednesday of some 430 activists detained from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, many of them bound and kneeling,...

On Thursday, the UK confirmed it had summoned Israel's top diplomat in Britain to express its "condemnation" of the incident.

Israel has deported foreign activists who were part of the Gaza flotilla. The deportations follow reports of activists enduring difficult conditions in Gaza.

Donald Trump suggests a temporary wait for a definitive answer regarding a peace deal with Iran. Iran is reportedly reviewing the latest US offer.

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Israel said on Thursday it had deported all the foreign activists seized by Israeli forces from a Gaza-bound flotilla, following global outcry over their treatment in custody.

Iran is believed to possess about 400kg of highly enriched uranium.

The film will be based on journalist Mitchell Zuckoff's forthcoming book and will chronicle the rescue mission of two downed American pilots in Iran. Here’s why it already sounds like a terrible idea.

The activists have been released from prison and will be deported to Turkey, said officials.

Several countries have summoned Israeli envoys after a cabinet minister released a video taunting Gaza flotilla activists. The international reaction centers on the minister's comments and the subsequent diplomatic fallout.

President Trump said Gulf allies persuaded him not to resume attacks on Iran -- they fear the consequences of a renewed war.

US President Donald Trump said his administration’s negotiations with Iran were “in the final stages” on Wednesday, while simultaneously warning of further attacks, as a fragile ceasefire concluded...

Trump faces growing risk of losing key Iran war vote in Congress Axios

By Sabine Siebold, Stine Jacobsen and Michael MartinaHELSINGBORG, Sweden May 22 (Reuters) - U.S.

More than 420 activists, including 78 Turkish nationals, expected to arrive in Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flights

International figures and nations have expressed strong condemnation following the circulation of a video showing a far-right Israeli minister taunting activists detained in Gaza.

FO condemns mistreatment of Gaza flotilla activists following global outcry over video posted by Israeli minister Dawn

International lawmakers and media outlets have reacted to a video showing an Israeli minister taunting activists involved in a Gaza flotilla. The incident has prompted calls for official action regarding the minister's conduct.

New Iran peace proposal triggers tense Trump-Netanyahu call Axios

'I have instructed that Israel’s charge d’affaires in Warsaw be summoned immediately to convey our outrage,' foreign minister says

PARIS, May 21 (Reuters) - Israeli authorities are currently deporting 37 French nationals who were part of the group of activists on board a Gaza-bound aid flotilla to Turkey, France's Foreign...

France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli port.

WASHINGTON, May 21 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump vowed on Thursday that the United States will eventually recover Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium despite comments from Iran that it...

Former President Trump stated the United States opposes tolls in the Strait of Hormuz and plans to retrieve uranium from Iran.

The United States announced on Wednesday criminal charges against former Cuban leader Raul Castro, 94, over his alleged role in the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft operated by the Miami-based...

Israel said on Thursday it had deported all the foreign activists seized by its forces from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as the first group arrived in Turkey following global outcry over their treatment in...

South Korean nationals detained in Israeli raid on Gaza-bound flotilla released South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Thursday that some national who were held in Israeli custody were...

SEOUL, May 21 (Reuters) - South Korea's presidential Blue House said on Thursday that some of its nationals who had been in held in Israeli custody had been released.

Israel’s far-right national security minister posted a video on Wednesday showing detained activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla kneeling with their hands tied and foreheads on the ground, sparking...

Hong Kong has issued a red travel alert for the Democratic Republic of Congo as Ebola outbreaks escalate in Central Africa, with at least 139 suspected deaths reported.

JERUSALEM, May 21 - Gaza flotilla activists who were detained by Israel and later pinned to the ground to the taunts of Israel's far-right police minister have been released from prison and will be...

The first of hundreds of Gaza flotilla activists began arriving at Istanbul airport Thursday after being arrested then deported from Israel, an AFP correspondent said.

• Charges tied to 1996 downing of exile planes; former president unlikely to face extradition• Trump says Washington won’t tolerate a ‘rogue state’ MIAMI: Former Cuban Presi­dent Raul Castro was...

Travel ban on Congo to follow as Ebola infections rise

Where do US-Iran peace talks stand now? Trump says 'on the borderline' Hindustan Times

Back-to-back visits by US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin put a spotlight on Chinese power, but whether China will use it in the Ukraine and Iran wars remains to be seen,...

People set fire to an Ebola treatment center in a town at the heart of the outbreak in eastern Congo on Thursday after being stopped from retrieving the body of a local man, a witness and a senior...

Former President Trump reportedly called off a planned strike on Iran, stating that talks are underway and in the final stages. He indicated that the goal is to resolve the conflict quickly, while Iran is currently examining a U.S. proposal.

WHO experts believe the first death was followed by a super-spreader event either at a funeral or a healthcare facility

Iran publishes a map claiming "armed forces oversight" across more than 22,000 sq km of the waterway.

The outbreak has so far led to 160 suspected deaths and has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organisation.

Eleven Australian Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel expected to be deported to Turkey The Guardian

Video released by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir showed detained Gaza flotilla activists handcuffed on the ground at Ashdod port.

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Gaza flotilla activists to be deported after taunting by Israeli minister Daily Maverick

Rights groups report that activists involved in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla endured severe abuse, including electric shocks, while detained by Israeli authorities.

Authorities have confirmed the discovery of Yulixa Toloza's body in the Apulo area of Cundinamarca. Investigations are now focusing on the circumstances of her disappearance.

The United States has formally charged former Cuban leader Raul Castro with murder. This action comes as Washington increases its diplomatic and economic pressure campaign against the Cuban government.

Donald Trump announced plans to speak with Taiwan's president, a move that could complicate existing US-China relations. The proposal has drawn varied reactions from international observers.

People set fire to an Ebola treatment centre in a town at the heart of the outbreak in eastern DR Congo on Thursday after being stopped from retrieving the body of a local man, a witness and a senior...

Eleven Australians were among pro-Palestine activists detained by Israel from the Global Sumud flotilla.

Giro en el caso Yulixa Toloza: desde Venezuela aseguran que Eduardo David Ramos sí figura como médico cirujano en bases de datos oficiales Infobae

World leaders and international groups condemned Israel's actions following the Gaza flotilla incident, particularly after Netanyahu scolded a minister for releasing videos taunting detained activists. The controversy was fueled by reports of Israeli abuse and drone fire against the flotilla participants.

At the Bunia General Hospital in the heart of eastern Congo’s Ebola outbreak on Thursday, a mother who lost her son wailed in the courtyard while other relatives of patients sat silently nearby.

Trump, Netanyahu had tense call over Iran war disagreements, report says Haaretz

China condemned the US on Thursday for charging former Cuban leader Raul Castro as the Trump administration escalates pressure on the island’s socialist government.

US indicts ex-Cuba leader Raúl Castro on murder, fuelling Trump takeover speculation News24

Persian Gulf Strait Authority says vessels must coordinate with and obtain authorization from it before transiting waterway

Oil gained Monday as traders weighed conflicting reports on Iran’s uranium enrichment, a key sticking point in peace negotiations with the US that could dictate the pace of reopening the vital Strait...

Elon Musk's SpaceX filed for a stock market debut on Wednesday that could become the largest IPO in history, seeking to raise up to $75 billion at a valuation of as much as $1.

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that talks with Tehran were "on the borderline" between a deal to end the Middle East war and a resumption of strikes on Iran.

Health authorities are racing to contain a rare Ebola virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting increased global concern.

Iran says over 30 ships crossed Strait of Hormuz after coordinating with IRGC rudaw.net

The United States has formally charged former Cuban leader Raul Castro with murder concerning an incident that occurred in 1996. The charges represent a significant escalation in diplomatic and political tensions between the two nations.

The US removed Francesca Albanese – a UN ​expert on the Palestinian territories who has sharply criticised Israel – from its list of sanctioned individuals, according to the US Treasury Department...

The DR Congo has canceled its World Cup training camp amid an ongoing Ebola outbreak. Authorities are managing the situation while addressing concerns about the rare strain's spread.

News coverage centers on Elon Musk's SpaceX preparing for a highly anticipated Initial Public Offering (IPO) on Wall Street. Separately, Musk has been involved in legal disputes, including a rejection of

CAIRO/GAZA, May 21 - An Israeli drone strike killed a 13-year-old boy in the northern Gaza Strip on Thursday, health officials said, as residents reported a renewed pattern of Israeli warnings urging...

A deadly Ebola outbreak has prompted significant travel alerts and forced the cancellation of major events in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

An Ebola outbreak has halted World Cup training in the DRC, while local tensions escalate over burial practices and public health measures.

Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir sparked condemnation on Wednesday after releasing videos showing detained activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla, hands bound and foreheads on the...

Multiple reports indicate Iran is asserting increased control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping lane. These reports also mention related discussions regarding potential toll systems.

Police officers who defended the Capitol on January 6th are suing to block a proposed $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund associated with Donald Trump. This action is part of broader political disputes involving funding requests and personnel demands within the Senate.

On the surface, Chinese leader Xi Jinping's back-to-back summits with U.S. President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin looked pretty similar but the visits also revealed how different China's...

Health officials in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are racing to contain a new Ebola outbreak, as medical teams establish quarantine zones in densely populated communities amid fears the virus...

The indictment was an extraordinary escalation of the Trump administration’s multifaceted pressure campaign against Cuba’s Communist government.

Samsung Electronics' union said it would suspend a strike shortly before it was set to begin on Thursday after it reached a tentative pay deal with the company, averting action that threatened South...

Colombian authorities are processing the extradition of several individuals in Venezuela connected to the disappearance and death of Yulixa Toloza following a cosmetic procedure.

The Foreign Office (FO) on Thursday condemned Israel’s unlawful interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters as well as the arbitrary detention and reported mistreatment of...

The United States has formally charged Raúl Castro concerning the 1996 downing of two aircraft. The charges relate to the incident and reflect ongoing diplomatic tensions.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a summit in Beijing, reaffirming their strategic alliance and discussing cooperation across energy and trade sectors.

Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority Consolidates Control Over Hormuz | LIVE BLOG i24NEWS

The UAE has reported that the construction of a new oil pipeline designed to bypass the Strait of Hormuz is approximately 50 percent complete.

The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.

Russia and China have publicly condemned the United States following the indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. The condemnation appears to be linked to broader geopolitical tensions between the three nations.

Trump's "anti-weaponization fund" torpedoes ICE funding deal Axios

The headlines detail the ongoing investigation into the disappearance and death of Yulixa Toloza following an aesthetic surgery. Authorities are coordinating efforts between Colombia and Venezuela, leading to arrests and the discovery of multiple bodies, while forensic teams analyze the case details.

Elon Musk's SpaceX IPO omits China as a market but warns it is a threat Nikkei Asia

Two people were killed and several others wounded in a Ukrainian drone strike on Syzran, Samara region Governor Vyacheslav Fedorishchev said, without providing further details.

Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Amin-Nejad sat down in Paris with Bloomberg News for an hour-long interview at his official residence.

Pretoria has demanded the release of South Africans reportedly abducted by Israeli forces while taking part in a Gaza-bound aid mission Read Full Article at RT.com

The World Health Organization confirms elevated risk levels for Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Authorities are monitoring the situation while assessing the threat of global spread.

A planned 18-day strike by some 48,000 union members has now been suspended, while the agreement, which was mediated by the government, is put to a vote between May 22 and May 27

Israeli naval forces sail a confiscated Gaza-bound flotilla boat into Israel&#x27;s Ashdod port after intercepting the vessel on the Mediterranean Sea, Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.

The articles cover a range of topics, including political developments surrounding Donald Trump, international relations concerning the Iran conflict, and major economic agreements. Specific points include China's commitment to purchasing US agricultural products and concerns raised over a large-scale auction in Argentina.

South Africa is grappling with significant domestic challenges, including economic strain from rising fuel costs, infrastructure crises, and persistent social issues like gender-based violence and xenophobia. The headlines also cover diplomatic developments with the US and legal proceedings related to animal welfare.

Following an intervention against an aid flotilla bound for Gaza, activists were detained. Multiple international outlets reported on the subsequent treatment of the detained individuals.

Paris appeals court finds Airbus, Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over 2009 crash Reuters

Trump last week issued a warning to Taiwan against formally declaring independence from China.

The Middle East is undergoing significant geopolitical upheaval, characterized by international pressure to end conflict and shifting regional power dynamics. Global and regional actors, including the EU, India, and Turkey,

Giro en el caso de Yulixa Toloza: desde Venezuela se afirmaría que Eduardo David Ramos, el hombre que la habría operado, sí es médico cirujano, registrado en bases de datos Infobae

SpaceX IPO bets $2 trillion on Musk's ambitious rockets-to-AI vision Reuters

Leaders from Japan and South Korea agreed to bolster energy security cooperation, while the WHO issued warnings regarding an Ebola outbreak in the Congo. Other major developments include geopolitical speculation about nuclear thresholds and South Korea's criticism

CAIRO, May 20 (Reuters) - Iran is seeking to establish a mechanism with Oman to ensure sustainable security in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei told state...

W.H.O. this Wednesday elevated the Ebola epidemic impacting Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo to a high-risk level, following nearly 600 suspected cases and 139 suspected deaths that could...

Samsung reaches tentative deal with union, averting crippling strike Taipei Times

Increased tanker traffic and heightened security concerns, including the identification of naval mines, are reported in the Strait of Hormuz. Simultaneously, regional powers are advancing infrastructure projects and alternative oil loading facilities intended to bypass the strait.

Samsung reached a deal with its union, resulting in the suspension of a planned strike. The agreement reportedly involved bonuses and averted potential industrial disruption.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Donald Trump held a difficult call regarding Iran. Reports indicate they discussed potential disagreements over the future of the region.

Iranian authorities claim expanded jurisdiction over waters near a UAE port in the Strait of Hormuz. This development follows statements regarding the status of international passage through the critical shipping lane.

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Oil Loading Begins at Jask to Bypass the Strait of Hormuz IranWire

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Gen. Asim Munir expected to travel to Tehran within 24 hours, Pakistani government sources tell Anadolu

Italy, Ireland and Spain have called on the EU to sanction Israel's far-right national security minister, who posted a video showing detained activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla forced to their...

The ​United States announced murder charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro on Wednesday, a major escalation in Washington's pressure campaign against the island's communist government.