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Close-up of Eman el-Shazly, a British-Egyptian woman arrested in Cairo, wearing a maroon headscarf and smiling.

UK urged to help free British-Egyptian ‘arrested in Cairo over sister’s activism’

A harrowing narrative of alleged reprisal unfolds as the United Kingdom is urgently pressed to secure the release of a British-Egyptian woman, Eman el-Shazly, who was arrested in Cairo last…

By Articles Infos | August 27, 2026

Putin and al-Sharaa discuss Russia-Syria relations, deal on military bases

In a significant diplomatic exchange, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa recently convened a high-level discussion that underscored the…

10:31 PM | Aug 26, 2026
Russian and Syrian Presidents discussing military bases

French President Macron to host Saudi Crown Prince MBS in Paris for talks

Paris is abuzz with diplomatic activity as French President Emmanuel Macron prepares to host Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) for…

10:30 PM | Aug 23, 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman shaking hands at a formal meeting.

Iran war live: Tehran warns neighbours against joining US economic war

A chilling declaration has emanated from Tehran, intensifying an already volatile geopolitical landscape. Iran’s security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, has issued a stark…

07:30 AM | Aug 23, 2026
Mohsen Rezaei, Iran's security chief, attends a ceremony, against a backdrop of intensifying US-Iran tensions.

Israel re-establishes closed West Bank settlement, defying growing international protests

A new generation of Israeli settlers has defiantly re-established the Kadim settlement in the occupied West Bank, an act that reverberates with…

08:30 PM | Aug 21, 2026
Israeli settlers move into Kadim settlement in the West Bank, carrying supplies and flags.

UK, France, Germany, Italy and Canada condemn Israel’s West Bank settlement project

In a move that has sent diplomatic shockwaves across the globe, Israel has pressed ahead with controversial plans to open tenders for…

10:30 AM | Aug 21, 2026
An image illustrating the strategic E1 West Bank settlement area between Jerusalem and Maale Adumim.

Australia ‘outraged’ after Israeli decision not to prosecute over killing of aid worker in Gaza

A wave of diplomatic indignation has swept across Australia following Israel’s contentious decision not to prosecute those responsible for the tragic killing…

10:57 AM | Aug 20, 2026
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong expresses outrage over Israel's decision not to prosecute in Zomi Frankcom's death.

Palestinians, Israelis sceptical of Gaza plan as Kushner visits region

A palpable Gaza plan skepticism hangs heavy in the air across the Middle East as US envoy Jared Kushner embarks on a…

10:32 PM | Aug 17, 2026
Jared Kushner's visit to the Middle East amidst widespread skepticism about the Gaza plan.

Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it ‘gets in the way’ over Iran issue

President Donald Trump has reportedly delivered a startling Oman bomb threat against a long-standing U.S. ally, warning the sultanate against obstructing his…

08:31 PM | Aug 17, 2026
Image shows President Donald Trump speaking outdoors, wearing a 'Make America Great Again' cap, with his hand raised.

‘Limited options’ for many Iranians as war with US chokes economy

TEHRAN, Iran – The streets of Tehran buzz with an undercurrent of desperation. Months of intense conflict with the United States, coupled…

05:31 PM | Aug 16, 2026
A shopkeeper waits for customers in Tehran, Iran amidst economic struggles.