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Tracking the shadow fleet: How Iran evaded the US naval blockade in Hormuz

Iran's shadow fleet uses fake flags and dark ships to evade the US naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Why has the UAE closed its stock exchanges?

Authorities have shut main exchanges in Abu Dhabi and Dubai amid ongoing fallout of US-Israeli attacks on Iran.

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Lebanon’s ban on Hezbollah ‘activities’: bold but difficult to implement

Hezbollah sent a challenge to Nawaf Salam's government when it retaliated against Israel again on Tuesday.

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Spain baulks at Trump’s threat to cut off all trade over NATO, Iran stance

The US has relocated 15 aircraft, including refuelling tankers, from military bases in southern Spain.

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Peru probes trafficking of citizens to fight for Russia in Ukraine

Peru's public prosecutor says many of their citizens are victims of deception, lured by ⁠the promise of jobs.

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A week in France - French criminal groups recruit women to cater to female clients

Women are increasingly being arrested and tried for drug trafficking in France. The trend is linked to networks recruiting more women to cater to their female clientele. We bring you a special report…

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Press Review - Israeli minister's 'disgusting noose cake' draws widespread criticism

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, May 4, 2026: Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's birthday cake sparks widespread condemnation. But first, The Washington Post tells the story of a Ukrainian soldier trapped in the…

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Pentagon releases footage of US strikes against Iran

Images from the US Department of Defense show the destroyer USS Bainbridge launching Tomahawk cruise missiles, while the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford conducts military aircraft take-offs as part…

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EU leaders express solidarity with Gulf countries amid Iranian attacks

EU and Gulf Cooperation Council leaders condemn 'unjustifiable Iranian attacks' across region after talks in Brussels.

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Fujairah oil zone hit by fire after drone attack as UAE says it intercepted Iran missiles

Fire ​broke out at a major UAE oil industry zone on Monday after a ​drone attack originating from Iran, authorities said, as the Gulf state's military separately intercepted three Iranian missiles over…

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