Singapore's economy expands 5.7% in the second quarter, beating expectations
Singapore's economy expanded 5.7% in the second quarter, topping market expectations, on the back of strong growth in the manufacturing sector.
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Is Japan a ‘spy paradise’ fuelling Russia’s war machine?
A New York Times article claims Maksim Vladimirovich Filchenkov, a top Russian official, is leading the covert operation in Japan
· Julian Ryall
Is Japan a ‘spy paradise’ fuelling Russia’s war machine?
A New York Times article claims Maksim Vladimirovich Filchenkov, a top Russian official, is leading the covert operation in Japan
· Julian Ryall
Iran warns it would not allow US to 'interfere' in Hormuz Strait
Iran's military said that it would not allow the United States to "interfere" in the management of the Strait of Hormuz as hostilities with Washington resumed.
· Middleeasteye
Indonesia's prosecutor-police corruption scandal: 5 things to know
The police probe of Febrie Adriansyah, Indonesia's deputy attorney general for special crimes, has revived concerns about police-military friction with prosecutors added to the mix. (Antara)
· Staff Writer
Top Indonesian anti-corruption prosecutor accused of graft: 5 things to know
The police probe of Febrie Adriansyah, Indonesia's deputy attorney general for special crimes, has revived concerns about police-military friction with prosecutors added to the mix. (Antara)
· Staff Writer
Baguio marks 10th year of West PH Sea arbitral ruling
BAGUIO CITY — Baguio commemorated the 10th anniversary of the landmark 2016 Hague arbitral ruling rejecting China’s sweeping South China Sea claims, including areas within the Philippines’ West Philippine Sea, through a military-sponsored battle of the bands on Sunday and a city hall information drive on Monday.
· Vincent Cabreza
The left declares war on Paramount Warner Bros. Discovery merger
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· Christian Toto
Russian missiles strike Kyiv, triggering fires across the Ukrainian capital
The city’s mayor early on Tuesday said air defence systems were in operation, adding: ‘The enemy is attacking Kyiv with ballistic missiles’
· Agencies
Russian missiles strike Kyiv, triggering fires across the Ukrainian capital
The city’s mayor early on Tuesday said air defence systems were in operation, adding: ‘The enemy is attacking Kyiv with ballistic missiles’
· Agencies
Polish politician throws ‘Hitler’ Zelensky portrait in trash (VIDEO)
Polish politician Marianna Schreiber has posted a video of herself throwing a portrait of Vladimir Zelensky in the trash, accusing Kiev of glorifying the Ukrainian nationalists who engaged in the massacre of Poles during World War II.
· RT
Polish politician throws ‘Hitler’ Zelensky portrait in trash (VIDEO)
Polish politician Marianna Schreiber has posted a video of herself throwing a portrait of Vladimir Zelensky in the trash, accusing Kiev of glorifying the Ukrainian nationalists who engaged in the massacre of Poles during World War II.
· RT
Marco Rubio launches campaign to dismantle International criminal court
US secretary of state claims the global tribunal is interfering with US military and law enforcement operations
· Cate Brown
Oil prices surge more than 3% as US-Iran strikes fuel Hormuz fear
The price of oil jumped more than 3% on Monday as renewed military strikes between the United States and Iran raised fresh concerns about the movement of energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, a major route for global oil and gas shipments. Brent crude futures gained $2.39, or 3.14%, to $78.40 at 1321 GMT. US…
· THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
UN official accuses Hamas of obstructing aid distribution in Gaza
A United Nations official has said Hamas was disrupting aid distribution in the Gaza Strip, placing further hardship on its civilians already grappling with the humanitarian crisis in the war-shattered enclave.
· REUTERS
Iran strikes tankers in Strait of Hormuz following US attacks
Two national tankers were targeted by two Iranian cruise missiles in the southern lane of the Strait of Hormuz in Omani territorial waters, killing one Indian crew member and wounding eight others, including four seriously, the UAE's Defense Ministry said early on Tuesday.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
China Builds Full-Scale Model Of US Destroyer In Remote Desert
Security analysts poring over satellite photos of China have shared a surreal image: There's a detailed, full-scale replica of a US Navy destroyer in the middle of a remote stretch of Chinese desert. It's a vivid indication of the seriousness with which the Chinese government takes preparations for a potential war w…
· Tyler Durden
US launches third night of strikes on Iran as Trump announces Hormuz blockade
American president says ships will be charged for safe passage through strait in apparent policy reversal
· Peterbeaumont
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Democrats’ civil war is blazing — now the GOP will feast
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· Joe Gruters
US bombs Iran after Trump vows to ‘hit them hard’
President Donald Trump has reportedly formally notified Congress that the US is again at war with Iran, promising to “hit them hard” and claiming “there’s not a damn thing they can do about it.”
· RT
Trump threatens strikes on Iran’s power plants and bridges (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)
US President Donald Trump has threatened to expand attacks to civilian infrastructure next week if Iran refuses to bow to his demands, as Tehran vowed its forces will stand firm “until their last breath.”
· RT
US military death toll in Iran war rises to 14
Pro-government demonstrators wave Iranian and religious flags in a gathering commemorating the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, shown in a flag at right, at a square in Tehran, Saturday, July 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
· Konstantin Toropin
Trump says U.S. reinstates blockade of Iranian shipping in Strait of Hormuz, orders new U.S. strikes
DUBAI/WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump said on Monday the United States was reinstating its blockade of Iranian shipping in the Gulf and would ensure the Strait of Hormuz stays open — for a fee — while warning that U.S. forces would hit Iran again “very hard” in the coming hours after the two sides exchanged miss…
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Why the Houthis and Saudi Arabia may come to blows - analysis
The Iranian-backed Houthis appear to be seeking a new conflict with Saudi Arabia. This comes after they claimed that Riyadh targeted Sana’a airport in Yemen, an area the Houthis control. This is the second incident in two weeks in which the Houthis claimed they would retaliate if Saudi Arabia prevented flights from …
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
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· Oh Seok-min
Trump vows to hit Iran 'hard,' impose Hormuz transit fees
TEHRAN, Iran — US President Donald Trump on Monday said the United States would again strike Iran "hard," as the military launched a fresh salvo of attacks for the third night in a row and reimposed a blockade on Iranian ports.
· Agence France-Presse
Europeans to partner with Kyiv on homegrown missile defense
PARIS — Nine European countries on Monday agreed to back an ambitious Ukrainian effort to develop a domestic missile defense system that, if successful, would reduce reliance on U.S. technology.
· Giorgio Leali, Veronika Melkozerova, Esther Webber
US military unleashes another round of attacks on Iran for the third consecutive night
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· Victor Nava
Trump tells Congress that Iran war is back on – media
US President Donald Trump has formally told Congress that Washington is once again at war with Iran, Politico and the New York Times reported on Monday.
· RT
formally notified Congress
US President Donald Trump has formally told Congress that Washington has resumed what he described as “limited defensive strikes” against Iran, Politico and the New York Times reported on Monday.
· RT
US, Iran exchange attacks around Strait of Hormuz
The US military says it has begun a third night of strikes against Iran, hours ahead of a planned reinstatement of a naval blockade on Iran announced by President Donald Trump.
· Al Jazeera
Business executives making 'contingency plans' for UAE-Saudi Arabia feud
Business executives are making contingency plans in case a growing feud between Saudi Arabia and the UAE escalates in the oil-rich Gulf region, amid signs that the two neighbours are embroiled in an economic war of attrition.
· Middleeasteye
Lindsey Graham’s legacy: Israel advocate, Trump ally, Iran war supporter
Washington, DC – When the devastating Hurricane Helene hit the southeastern shores of the United States in 2024, the late Senator Lindsey Graham appeared on Fox News to discuss the aftermath of the natural disaster in South Carolina.
· Ali Harb
US strikes Iran for third night as Trump says deal still 'possible' while announcing Hormuz fees
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· Sbsaustralia
Ukraine and allies launch coalition to tackle Russia’s ballistic missiles
Ukraine and nine European countries have announced an air defence coalition aimed at countering Russia’s ballistic missile threat.
· Al Jazeera Staff
US and Iran exchange strikes: What is known so far
Iran has launched renewed strikes on American military facilities in Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman overnight, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) saying it hit at least six bases in statements on Monday. The large-scale operation is a response to continued US strikes on targets across the Islamic R…
· RT
READ MORE: US and Iran exchange strikes: What is known so far
Iran has launched renewed strikes on American military facilities in Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman overnight, with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) saying it hit at least six bases in statements on Monday. The large-scale operation is a response to continued US strikes on targets across the Islamic R…
· RT
IDF detains Israeli civilians in Golan Heights who attempted to cross into Syria
The IDF detained several Israeli civilians in the Golan Heights on Monday after they attempted to cross into Syrian terrority, the military said.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Democratic senators demand Pentagon release findings on Iran school strike probe
Democratic senators led by Kirsten Gillibrand called on Monday for President Donald Trump's administration to disclose within the next week the findings from a US military investigation into a February 28 strike at a girls' school in Iran.
· REUTERS
Renewed US blockade on Iranian ports in Strait of Hormuz closer pushes region closer to open war
CENTCOM on Monday night renewed its counter-blockade on Iran at the Strait of Hormuz following several days of conflict between the US and the Islamic Republic over freedom of travel through the waterway.
· YONAH JEREMY BOB
Iran-backed Houthis fire missile at Saudi Arabia, vow revenge after airport strike
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· Ronny Reyes
Despite war, Israel still beckons as its tourism industry fights to survive - from the editor
The summer months in Israel, from June to September, are not only synonymous with the blistering Middle East heat but also with hordes of excited tourists exploring the multitude of ancient and holy sites, soaking up the sun along the Mediterranean shoreline, and enjoying Israel’s renowned cuisine.
· RUTH MARKS EGLASH
America250 ticks on: Only 1,776 will get their hands on watch made with real Revolutionary War bullets
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· Ben Cost
Sam Neill was ‘Jurassic Park’s’ underrated secret weapon
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· Johnny Oleksinski
Dubai's New East Coast Port Signals The Beginning Of End For Iran's Hormuz Leverage
Less than a week into the US-Iran conflict, specifically on March 3, we began to see the writing on the wall: Tehran's leverage over the Strait of Hormuz would eventually erode. That would happen not only because the US military could systematically destroy IRGC's radar sites, coastal missile batteries and drone lau…
· Tyler Durden
A Gaza bookseller returned to the ruins for the books
After losing his home, bookstore and son in the war, Gaza bookseller Mohammed Saad is rebuilding his collection one rescued book at a time. Selling volumes from a roadside tent, he is determined to preserve culture, memory and hope despite the devastation.
· AfricaNews
Hegseth announces joint taskforce with DoJ to target and prosecute press leaks
US defense secretary says taskforce will ‘combat dangers’ of leaks in latest escalation of White House press crackdown
· Anna Betts
Paramount snaps back at California in furious statement amid WBD war — before turning its anger on Netflix
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· Zain Khan