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Mali’s forces target rebel alliance in junta’s fight to keep power

first dispatched to Mali, a former French colony, by the Kremlin [in 2021](https://www.rusi.org/explore-our-research/publications/commentary/mixed-picture-how-mali-views-wagner-group). Witnesses said the government forces’ airstrikes on Kidal had destroyed only a house near an old market and left

U.S. strikes Iran. And, immigration courts use new tactic to speed up deportations

Command Spokesman Capt. Tim Hawkins said that Iran's boats were trying to lay mines, and the [military acted in "self-defense."](https://www.npr.org/2026/05/25/nx-s1-5833690/u-s-iran-negotiations-updates) President Trump raised expectations for peace over the weekend when

U.S. launches a second day of strikes on Iran and Iran fires back at Gulf States

first were attacks between Iran and Israel on Sunday into Monday, followed by the two rounds of fire between America and Tehran. Trump has urged Iran to sign a deal

US intercepts and seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship, Trump says

Command later released footage it said showed a naval vessel intercepting a cargo ship. In the footage, a gun can be seen firing in the direction of the cargo ship. Trump said on Friday that

Can Pakistan secure Iran-US nuclear compromise, as Trump says deal ‘close’?

first term, reimposing sanctions and setting in motion the gradual erosion of its limits on Iran’s nuclear programme. Seyed Mojtaba Jalalzadeh, an international relations analyst, said the reality was more complex than public statements

Forced out of the military — and into the redistricting wars

first glance, Fram has a resume expected of congressional candidates. She’s a 23-year veteran — 18 in the Air Force and five in the Space Force — and is quick to mention the high marks

First Thing: Huge climate cost of emissions from US immigration enforcement flights

first four months of 2026 show the federal agency is on track to contribute even more to global heating this year from such flights, the Guardian can reveal. ## **US strikes Iranian missile sites and mine

JD Vance to lead US delegation in Pakistan if Iran agrees to talks

capital. Islamabad’s electricity board also promised that power cuts would be suspended in the city while negotiations continue. Power cuts lasting six to seven hours a day have become typical in cities across Pakistan

Israel and Iran flare-up tests Trump's grip and could strengthen Tehran's negotiating hand

first time since a ceasefire in April, after Iran fired missiles at Israel, in what Tehran said was retaliation for Israeli strikes on Lebanon's capital, Beirut. The current web of fractious alliances and dysfunctional

‘Look, no hands’: China chases the driverless dream at Beijing car show

capital, the country’s carmakers showed off a range of intelligent driving technologies. In China’s cut-throat domestic market, nearly every big carmaker is investing heavily in the software and computing power needed

Iran war: What is happening on day 47 of the US-Iran conflict?

first delivery since the war began. - **US to end Iran oil relief:** The US Treasury said it will not renew a temporary sanctions waiver that allowed the sale of Iranian oil stranded at sea, with

The human cost of the war in Sudan, three years on

first unmanned, 'smart' police station where citizens can report crimes on automated touch screens. Africa](/news/videos/cz9qqzqkk82o) [ ## Senegalese fans celebrate dramatic Afcon win Senegalese fans celebrate

Trump calls Iran’s leadership ‘fractured’. Is it, and who’s in charge?

capital, Islamabad, to begin talks with the US. So is Iran’s government “fractured”? We take a look at the key Iranian stakeholders and power centres in Iran and how their approach to US negotiations

Yomif Kejelcha broke the 2-hour marathon but got 2nd place. He's still happy

commanding lead. Sawe's finish time shaved 65 seconds off the previous world record. Kejelcha said after 25 miles he lost his pace, and he didn't think he was going to make

U.S. to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months

commands, Ramstein Air Base and a medical center in Landstuhl, where casualties from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq were treated. U.S. nuclear missiles are also stationed in the country. The number of troops leaving

GOP races to fund immigration enforcement. And, U.S. indicts former Cuban president

commanders are [threatening to escalate the conflict](https://one.npr.org/i/nx-s1-5829613:x) if Iran is attacked again. Batrawy says Iran's continued control of the Strait of Hormuz is its most important leverage now. **The U.S. Department

‘Deep suspicion’ of US lingers as Iran ponders agreement to end war

capital city Muscat, according to British maritime intelligence. Iranian officials did not comment on the incident. The escalation comes as the two sides try to hammer out the final details of a Memorandum of Understanding

Iran war: What is happening on day 48 of the US-Iran conflict?

capital. But the diplomatic push comes amid increasing tension, as Iran warns it could expand its response to the US naval blockade beyond its own waters. Divisions in Washington persist, with the US Senate rejecting

‘Leave Kyiv’: Why Russia’s latest Ukraine threat is a major escalation

capital, which could be potential targets. A later statement said that Russian Foreign Minister ⁠Sergey Lavrov had ⁠advised US Secretary of State Marco Rubio of the plan and urged him to evacuate his embassy staff

Peace talks in doubt as U.S. seizes Iranian ship

Command (CENTCOM) shows the operation, with Marines descending from a helicopter by rope to board the vessel, the Touska, after "guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance…disabled Touska's propulsion." President Trump [said](https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/116433000897070863)