[2026-03-26 04:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Iran media casts doubt on US peace plan

Snippet: TEHRAN, Iran — State media in Iran said Wednesday that Tehran had rejected a US plan to end fighting, as the head of the United Nations warned that the Middle East war was spiraling out of control.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/26/world/iran-media-casts-doubt-on-us-peace-plan/2307839

[2026-03-26 03:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Starmer reaffirms UK support for ICC when asked about Karim Khan exoneration report

Snippet: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday reaffirmed the UK's support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) after being asked about Middle East Eye's revelation that a judges' panel cleared its British chief prosecutor Karim Khan of misconduct.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/starmer-reaffirms-british-support-icc-when-asked-about-karim-khan-case

[2026-03-26 02:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: UN migration agency says 2025 was deadliest year on Red Sea migrant route

Snippet: The United Nations said on Wednesday that 2025 was the deadliest year ever on the so-called “Eastern Route” for migrants from the Horn of Africa to the Arabian Peninsula.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/25/un-migration-agency-says-2025-was-deadliest-year-on-red-sea-migrant-route/

[2026-03-26 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Iranian attacks amount to violation of sovereignty, Gulf states tell UN

Snippet: Gulf states’ representatives have told the United Nations Human Rights Council that Iranian attacks on their territories amount to a gross violation of state sovereignty, as the UN’s rights chief warned that the Middle East is nearing an “unmitigated catastrophe” as the US-Israel war on Iran approaches the one-month mark.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/25/iranian-attacks-amount-to-violation-of-sovereignty-gulf-states-tell-un

[2026-03-25 21:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: UN experts demands release of Gaza doctor Abu Safiya after 'severe torture'

Snippet: Two United Nations experts have called on Israel to immediately release Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya from detention following reports that he had been subjected to "severe torture".

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/un-experts-demands-release-gaza-doctor-abu-safiya-after-severe-torture

[2026-03-25 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Mike Waltz recalls chilling war story where he had to decide whether to shoot a 10-year-old Afghan

Snippet: WASHINGTON — US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz reflected on his chilling experience on the battlefield in Afghanistan, in which he had to make a split-second decision on whether to kill a child.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/25/us-news/mike-waltz-recalls-chilling-war-story-where-he-had-to-decide-whether-to-shoot-a-10-year-old-afghan/

[2026-03-25 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Trump has given Israel’s Netanyahu ‘the business,’ Mike Waltz tells Pod Force One amid Iran war

Snippet: WASHINGTON — President Trump gave Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “the business” in the past, US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz revealed to “Pod Force One.”

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/25/us-news/trump-has-given-netanyahu-the-business-un-ambassador-mike-waltz-reveals/

[2026-03-25 20:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: UN warns Israeli strikes near Iranian nuclear sites risk ‘unmitigated catastrophe’

Snippet: The United Nations has warned that strikes near nuclear facilities in Iran and Israel risk triggering a catastrophic escalation, as the Israeli-US war on Iran enters its fourth week.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/un-warns-israeli-strikes-near-iranian-nuclear-sites-risk-unmitigated

[2026-03-25 19:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: UN rights chief urges end to Iran war amid fears the conflict could spiral out of control

Snippet: The United Nations’ top human rights official has warned that the war involving Iran risks spiralling beyond the region, urging urgent action to halt the fighting.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/un-rights-chief-urges-end-iran-war-amid-fears-conflict-could-spiral-out

[2026-03-25 18:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Ghana pushes UN Resolution to recognize Slave Trade as crime against humanity

Snippet: Ghana is intensifying its diplomatic campaign at the United Nations, combining cultural expression and political advocacy to push for global recognition of the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/25/ghana-pushes-un-resolution-to-recognize-slave-trade-as-crime-against-humanity/

[2026-03-25 14:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Up to Palace to decide on fate of Asean 2026 chairmanship, says Foreign Affairs chief

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — It is up to Malacanang to decide whether to postpone the Philippines' hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) event, Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/news/up-to-palace-to-decide-on-fate-of-asean-2026-chairmanship-says-foreign-affairs-chief/2307020

[2026-03-25 11:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Trump's 'Board of Peace' Gaza envoy urges Hamas to disarm 'without delay'

Snippet: UNITED NATIONS — The Gaza envoy for US President Donald Trump's new "Board of Peace" initiative urged UN Security Council members to pressure the militant group Hamas to disarm, as part of a ceasefire to end over two years of war.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/world/trumps-board-of-peace-gaza-envoy-urges-hamas-to-disarm-without-delay/2306974

[2026-03-25 08:54 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ASEAN can save $67 billion with solar instead of gas expansion – report

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/report-asean-save-billions-solar-instead-gas-expansion/

[2026-03-25 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Under NATO’s shadow, Serbia is being targeted again

Snippet: By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/636076-nato-serbia-target-again/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-25 06:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: SL to host ICC Women’s Champion Trophy in 2027 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka has been awarded the full hosting rights for the ICC women’s Champions Trophy Cricket Tournament to be held in 2027.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/03/25/sports/972252/sl-to-host-icc-womens-champion-trophy-in-2027/

[2026-03-25 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Asean workshop advances regional cooperation on space safety

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/tmt-newswire/asean-workshop-advances-regional-cooperation-on-space-safety/2306208

[2026-03-25 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Digital boom draining Asean+3 energy systems

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/25/business/top-business/digital-boom-draining-asean3-energy-systems/2306477

[2026-03-25 02:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: UN experts urge Israel to free Gaza doctor amid reports of ‘severe torture’

Snippet: United Nations experts are calling on Israel to immediately release Dr Hussam Abu Safia, warning that the Palestinian physician from Gaza has been subjected to “severe torture” and other abuses in Israeli detention.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/24/un-experts-urge-israel-to-free-gaza-doctor-amid-reports-of-severe-torture

[2026-03-25 01:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Albanese urges ICC arrest warrants for Israeli ministers over torture of Palestinians

Snippet: The UN’s special rapporteur on Palestine, Francesca Albanese, has called on the International Criminal Court (ICC) to pursue arrest warrants for three senior Israeli ministers she accuses of being responsible for “systematic torture” amounting to genocide.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/albanese-urges-icc-arrest-warrants-israeli-ministers-palestinian-torture

[2026-03-25 01:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Philippine president declares national energy emergency

Snippet: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. gestures as he answers questions at the ASEAN Editors and Economic Opinon Leaders Forum in Makati, Philippines on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Aaron Favila, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/philippines-president-marcos-national-energy-emergency-036099b9fc56964a35e0ca716a694e8b

[2026-03-24 21:29 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Exclusive: 'Handful' of ICC states aim to sabotage report clearing Karim Khan

Snippet: A minority of members from the bureau of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP) at the International Criminal Court (ICC) are calling for the findings of a judges' report, which found no evidence of misconduct against ICC prosecutor Karim Khan, to be ignored, Middle East Eye can reveal.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/exclusive-handful-icc-states-aim-sabotage-report-clearing-karim-khan

[2026-03-24 21:00 UTC+10:00] [Trump administration] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Trump’s sanctions against a UN human rights expert show free speech is dying |

Snippet: Francesca Albanese recommended ICC arrests and investigations over Gaza. Who will be the administration’s next target?

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/mar/24/trump-sanctions-un-human-rights-expert-free-speech

[2026-03-24 20:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: UN warns of systematic abuse in Occupied Palestinian Territories

Snippet: The United Nations has raised serious concerns over conditions in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, with officials warning that abuse of Palestinians appears deliberate, widespread, and systematic.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/24/un-warns-of-systematic-abuse-in-occupied-palestinian-territories/

[2026-03-24 18:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: Ghana leads UN effort to acknowledg slave trade as crime against humanity

Snippet: Ghana is calling for global support at the United Nations for a draft resolution that would recognize the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity. The move is aimed at strengthening ongoing conversations around reparations and historical accountability.

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/24/ghana-leads-un-effort-to-acknowledg-slave-trade-as-crime-against-humanity/

[2026-03-24 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: EU blocks US vote to define gender as biological men and women at UN women’s forum

Snippet: The United States stood alone at the United Nations in early March after a European-led procedural move blocked a vote on defining gender in biological terms at one of the world’s leading forums on women’s rights.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/23/world-news/eu-blocks-us-vote-to-define-gender-as-biological-men-and-women-at-un-womens-forum/

[2026-03-24 09:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: UN expert says world has given Israel ‘licence to torture Palestinians’

Snippet: A United Nations expert says the world has given Israel a licence to torture Palestinians, with life in the occupied Palestinian territory “a continuum of physical and mental suffering”.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/23/un-expert-says-world-has-given-israel-licence-to-torture-palestinians

[2026-03-24 07:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Yasuto Watanabe] Building the energy resilience ASEAN+3 needs

Snippet: Energy systems across ASEAN+3 (the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, plus China, Japan, and South Korea) are under increasing strain. Climate shocks are threatening infrastructure and supply. The rapid expansion of AI and digital infrastructure is driving a surge in electricity demand. And geopolitical tensions are adding new volatility to global energy markets.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700806

[2026-03-24 07:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Exclusive: 'Handful' of ICC states aim to sabotage report clearing Karim Khan

Snippet: A minority of members from the bureau of the Assembly of State Parties (ASP) at the International Criminal Court (ICC) are calling for the findings of a judges’ report, which found no evidence of misconduct against Karim Khan, to be ignored, Middle East Eye can reveal.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/iccs-risks-politicisation-states-seek-sideline-karim-khan-judges-report

[2026-03-24 03:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Asean workshop advances regional cooperation on space safety, traffic management

Snippet: AS space becomes more congested, understanding what is happening in orbit and sharing that knowledge is critical to avoiding collisions and protecting satellites and their space-based services that people rely on every day.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/24/tmt-newswire/asean-workshop-advances-regional-cooperation-on-space-safety-traffic-management/2305412

[2026-03-24 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Sparkle artists receive scholarships from Immaculada Concepcion College

Snippet: Sparkle GMA Artist Center and Immaculada Concepcion College (ICC) have launched a scholarship partnership that will allow young artists to continue their studies while building careers in the entertainment industry, reflecting both institutions’ shared goal of developing future talents on and off screen.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/24/entertainment-lifestyle/show-times/sparkle-artists-receive-scholarships-from-immaculada-concepcion-college/2305435

[2026-03-24 02:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: From cocoa beans to forests: Rebuilding forests in São Tomé and Príncipe

Snippet: In São Tomé and Príncipe, a new generation of cocoa producers is at the forefront of restoring degraded ecosystems and enhancing sustainable cocoa production, with support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/23/from-cocoa-beans-to-forests-rebuilding-forests-in-sao-tome-and-principe/

[2026-03-24 01:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Nato 'cannot confirm' Iran behind attack on UK-US base after Iranian denial

Snippet: Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte has said the military alliance "cannot confirm" Israel's claim that missiles allegedly targeting the UK-US base on Diego Garcia last week were fired by Iran.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/nato-cannot-confirm-iran-behind-attack-uk-us-base-after-iranian-denial

[2026-03-24 00:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: AfricaNews

Title: From coffee beans to forests: Rebuilding forests in São Tomé and Príncipe

Snippet: In São Tomé and Príncipe, a new generation of cocoa producers is at the forefront of restoring degraded ecosystems and enhancing sustainable cocoa production, with support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).

Read full article: http://www.africanews.com/2026/03/23/from-coffee-beans-to-forests-rebuilding-forests-in-sao-tome-and-principe/

[2026-03-23 23:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Senators push postponement of Asean Summit

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — Senate leaders on Monday endorsed to Malacañang "for serious study" the proposal of former Finance secretary Gary Teves for the Philippines to postpone the hosting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Summit this year.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/23/news/senators-push-postponement-of-asean-summit/2305523

[2026-03-23 18:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Iran lodges protest at UN condemning Jordan’s 'facilitation of US attacks'

Snippet: Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has lodged a protest at the UN over what he termed as "Jordan’s facilitation of US attacks", Iranian media has reported.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/iran-lodges-protest-un-condemning-jordans-facilitation-us-attacks

[2026-03-23 17:03 UTC+10:00] [National News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Trillanes sues 18 ‘ex-Marines,’ SMNI hosts for cyber libel over ICC bribery claim

Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/trillanes-sues-ex-marines-smni-hosts-cyber-libel-icc-bribery-claim/

[2026-03-23 16:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: RT News

Title: Trump shares comedy skit portraying Starmer as terrified of him (VIDEO)

Snippet: US President Donald Trump has shared a comedy skit portraying UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer as terrified of speaking to him on the phone. The move came after Trump labeled European NATO members “cowards” and described Starmer as “no Winston Churchill” for not joining his war with Iran.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/635883-trump-sketch-uk-pm-terrified/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-23 11:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: Strikes on Iran’s nuclear power plant ‘not off the table’ – US envoy to UN

Snippet: US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz has refused to rule out potential strikes on an Iranian nuclear power plant when asked by CBS about the extent of President Donald Trump’s ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/635872-us-option-nuclear-iran/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-23 10:51 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: 22 countries, including S. Korea, forming joint response on Hormuz Strait: NATO chief

Snippet: NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said Sunday that NATO members, along with allies such as South Korea and Japan, are preparing a joint response to reopen navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively blockaded.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10700051

[2026-03-23 07:30 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Robert Cropf] Bomb first, debate later

Snippet: For those old enough to remember the first Gulf War (1990-91), the scenes feel painfully familiar: Smoke rising over Tehran. Babies carried out of a bombed-out hospital in incubators. Missiles striking cities across the Middle East. Oil markets in turmoil as Iran threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz. The war of choice that began with Israeli and American strikes on Iran is widening by the hour, pulling in multiple countries, including NATO allies, and producing casualties that mount by

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10699875

[2026-03-23 06:32 UTC+10:00] [Middle East] [Factuality: 100]

Source: SBS News

Title: Israel destroys infrastructure in Lebanon, raising concerns about 'immense' civilian harm

Snippet: The United Nations human rights chief has criticised Israel's actions in Lebanon, particularly its use of widespread evacuation orders. Source: AAP / Mohammad Zaatari/AP

Read full article: https://www.sbs.com.au/news/article/israel-strikes-key-infrastructure-in-lebanon/c8uw2g751

[2026-03-22 20:53 UTC+10:00] [Singapore] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hong Kong firms face profit squeeze as US importers cut orders amid oil crisis

Snippet: City’s business leaders also say government should bolster ties with Central Asia and Asean nations to diversify market risks

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3347479/hong-kong-firms-face-profit-squeeze-us-importers-cut-orders-amid-oil-crisis

[2026-03-22 10:49 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: RT News

Title: America’s war with Iran could destroy NATO from within

Snippet: By Murad Sadygzade, President of the Middle East Studies Center, Visiting Lecturer, HSE University (Moscow).

Read full article: https://www.rt.com/news/635767-iran-war-destroy-nato/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=RSS

[2026-03-22 09:08 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: ICC Chief Prosecutor Khan cleared of sexual misconduct by judges: Report

Snippet: Judges have cleared the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), Karim Khan, of all wrongdoing after an investigation into alleged sexual misconduct, Middle East Eye reports.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/21/icc-chief-prosecutor-khan-cleared-of-sexual-misconduct-by-judges-report

[2026-03-22 07:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Exclusive: Judges clear ICC’s Karim Khan over sexual misconduct claims

Snippet: Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has been cleared of all wrongdoing by a panel of judges appointed to review the findings of a United Nations investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against him, Middle East Eye can exclusively reveal.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/exclusive-judges-clear-iccs-karim-khan-over-sexual-misconduct-claims

[2026-03-22 05:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Exclusive: David Cameron threatened to withdraw UK from ICC over Israel war crimes probe

Snippet: The British government privately threatened to defund and withdraw from the International Criminal Court if it issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders, Middle East Eye can reveal.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/david-cameron-threatened-withdraw-uk-icc-over-israel-war-crimes-probe

[2026-03-22 05:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Middle East Eye

Title: Exclusive: Judges clear ICC’s Karim Khan over sexual misconduct claims

Snippet: Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has been cleared of all wrongdoing by a panel of judges appointed to review the findings of a United Nations investigation into sexual misconduct allegations against him, Middle East Eye can exclusively reveal.

Read full article: https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/judges-clear-icc-prosecutor-karim-khan-sexual-misconduct

[2026-03-22 03:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Will China, Asean set aside self interest to finalize COC?

Snippet: ERROR 404 page not found Click here to go to the home page

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/03/22/news/national/will-china-asean-set-aside-self-interest-to-finalize-coc/2304898

[2026-03-22 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: New York Post

Title: Why European weakness will ensure NATO’s survival in the long run

Snippet: “We no longer ‘need,’ or desire, the Nato Countries’ assistance,” President Trump posted on Truth Social last week, “WE NEVER DID!” Trump’s outburst sprang from ire over our NATO allies’ refusal to join US efforts to open the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway controlling transit of about 20% of the world’s oil.

Read full article: https://nypost.com/2026/03/21/opinion/like-it-or-not-nato-is-here-to-stay/

[2026-03-21 20:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Al Jazeera

Title: Israel systematically torturing Palestinians in custody, says UN expert

Snippet: A United Nations expert says Israel is systematically torturing Palestinians on a scale “that suggests collective vengeance and destructive intent”.

Read full article: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/3/21/israel-systematically-torturing-palestinians-in-custody-says-un-expert