Ceasefire offers Trump exit as Iran war becomes political liability
The ceasefire deal with Iran might come at the right moment for Donald Trump, as it could stop the erosion of domestic support for the President. But Trump is left…
Russian GRU exploited vulnerable routers worldwide to steal sensitive information, probe reveals
An international investigation revealed how Russia’s GRU cyber unit, known as “Fancy Bear,” managed to steal sensitive information from governments and the military using badly protected routers. Read more at…
Indonesia deports suspected ‘mafia boss’ Steve Lyons, wanted in Spain on drug charges
Bali police chief Daniel Adityajaya said Lyons was wanted in Spain as the alleged “leader of a large-scale transnational criminal organisation” engaged in drug trafficking and money laundering. Read more…
Tehran accelerates executions of political prisoners since start of Iran war
Iran executed 14 prisoners on political charges in three weeks since the war began on 28 February, including protesters and alleged opposition members amid a continued internet shutdown. Read more…
Israel strikes Beirut without warning, saying Iran ceasefire does not apply to Lebanon
Israel has rarely struck central Beirut since the outbreak of the latest Israel-Hezbollah war on 2 March but has regularly struck southern and eastern Lebanon and Beirut’s southern suburbs. Read…
Syrian accused of wartime torture for al-Assad denies charges in Netherlands court
The trial is based on universal jurisdiction, a legal principle that allows suspects to be prosecuted for international offenses such as war crimes even if they are committed in another…
Israel’s political forces are not happy with US-Iran ceasefire deal – here is why:
In a rare moment of consensus, Israel’s political forces agree in their criticism of the US-Iran two-week ceasefire. And while the centre-left politicians are unhappy with PM Netanyahu, the conservatives…
Macron greets French pair back in Paris after ‘terrible’ three-year ordeal in Iran
Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, both teachers, were arrested in May 2022 at the end of a trip to Iran that their families say was for tourism and jailed on…
Shipping companies ‘see opportunities’ but seek clarity on Strait of Hormuz reopening
Major shipping lines express cautious optimism over transit opportunities in the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Iran ceasefire was announced, but stress the urgent need for full clarity before any…
Taiwan opposition leader makes rare visit to China in ‘journey for peace’
Taiwan’s opposition leader makes historic six-day trip to Beijing to “boost dialogue and promote peace” ahead of a heavily anticipated summit between US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart…