Pope Leo condemns the Middle East war as a “scandal” to humanity, calling for an immediate ceasefire and urging global prayers for peace amid rising suffering and civilian casualties
Donald Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s power plants if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, as Israel-Iran strikes intensify and fears of wider Middle East conflict grow
A US military refuelling plane has crashed in western Iraq amid escalating Middle East tensions as Israel launches new strikes on Tehran and Iran threatens to block the Strait of Hormuz
The United States is relocating parts of its THAAD missile defence system from South Korea to the Middle East amid escalating US-Israel tensions with Iran, raising concerns about regional security and global military readiness.
G7 finance ministers are set to hold an emergency meeting as oil prices surge above $100 per barrel following escalating US-Israel war with Iran, raising fears of global economic disruption
US Senator Lindsey Graham says toppling Iran’s government would bring major economic benefits, drawing sharp criticism from Tehran amid escalating Middle East tensions
