UKMTO reports tanker incident involving military forces east of Oman's Duqm A merchant vessel and military forces have been involved in an incident about 100 nautical miles east of Duqm, Oman, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). "Reports indicate that the tanker was subject to interaction as part of ongoing military activity in the region," UKMTO said in a note on Friday, without giving further details.
World Cup 2026: Palestinian flags become a target at US-based games The Palestinian flag has become one of the most visible, and most targeted, symbols at World Cup games held in the United States . Several supporters carrying them at matches have told Middle East Eye that they have been stopped by security as they entered venues and instructed to either remove them or risk having them confiscated, despite Fifa regulations allowing national flags inside stadiums. The incidents have unfolded alongside widespread displays of solidarity from supporters of Arab teams, with Palestinian flags appearing throughout the stands even though Palestine is not competing in the tournament.
World Cup 2026: Palestinian flags become a target at US-based games Submitted by Mohammed Ahmad on Sat, 07/18/2026 - 18:10 Palestinian flags have become one of the tournament's most visible symbols of solidarity, but supporters have been told to remove them, and in some cases had them confiscated An Iranian fan waves a Palestinian flag ahead of Iran's Group G match against New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on 15 June 2026 (Frederic J. Brown/AFP) Off The Palestinian flag has become one of the most visible, and most targeted, symbols at World Cup games held in the United States . Several supporters carrying them at matches have told Middle East Eye that they have been stopped by security as they entered venues and instructed to either remove them or risk having them confiscated, despite Fifa regulations allowing national flags inside stadiums.
Two US service members in Jordan killed in Iranian attack, US says Two US military personnel in Jordan were killed on Friday by Iranian missiles and drones, the US Central Command said in a statement on Saturday.
Iran’s Khamenei says US president’s signature ‘worthless and invalid’ Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei condemned the US attacks on Iran, said the repeated breaches of agreements with Iran show that the US president’s signature is “worthless and invalid. ” The statement was released by Iran’s IRIB broadcaster.
Qatar condemns Iran's latest attacks on Gulf countries 'in strongest terms' Qatar condemned "in the strongest terms" Iran's latest attacks targeting Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait. In a statement posted on X, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the targeting of electricity and water desalination plants in Kuwait "crosses all red lines". Statement | Qatar Strongly Condemns Iran's Repeated Attacks on Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait Doha | July 18, 2026 The State of Qatar condemns in the strongest terms the renewed attacks launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran against the territories of the Hashemite Kingdom of… pic.
US and Israel used Karim Khan misconduct claims to 'defang' ICC, says former EU top diplomat Submitted by Sondos Asem on Sat, 07/18/2026 - 16:32 Josep Borrell denounces ICC bureau’s disregard for judicial panel findings and says the removal vote is part of reactions to Khan’s decsion to seek arrest warrants for Israeli leaders Former EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell speaks to reporters before a meeting of EU defence ministers in Brussels, 19 November 2024 (Nicolas Tucat/AFP) Off Josep Borrell, the former EU high representative for foreign affairs, has accused the United States and Israel of exploiting sexual misconduct allegations against International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan to achieve what he called their long-sought goal of neutralising the court from within. In an article published by Project Syndicate on Friday, Borrell urged ICC member states to uphold due process in their vote on the fate of Khan next week. “Some institutional failures unfold not through scandal but procedure, with acts of sabotage dressed up in the language of good-faith inquiry and accountability,” he wrote.
Iran says renewed US strikes killed at least 50 people At least 50 people have been killed and more than 500 wounded in Iran in the latest US strikes, the Iranian government said on Saturday.
Iran declares Islamabad agreement suspended, blames US violations Iran said on Saturday that it had suspended all of its commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), accusing the United States of violating the agreement as military exchanges between the two countries continued. The announcement by Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi marks Tehran's clearest statement yet that it no longer considered itself bound by the Pakistan -mediated agreement, which was signed in June to end hostilities between Washington and Tehran. The 14-point MoU included provisions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, lift the US naval blockade and begin a phased de-escalation after weeks of fighting.
Israeli strike kills six people in Gaza An Israeli air strike killed six people in an apartment building on Jamal Abdel Nasser Street, west of Gaza City, Al Jazeera reported.
Qatar condemns Iranian attacks on Gulf countries Qatar condemned Iran’s attacks on Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan, calling them a “flagrant violation” of their sovereignty. Doha said the attacks marked a “dangerous escalation” and constituted a “blatant breach of international law, the Charter of the United Nations and the principles of good neighbourliness”.
Iran declares Islamabad agreement suspended, blames US violations Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 07/18/2026 - 14:08 Tehran says Washington violated all obligations under the memorandum as it focuses on 'defending the country' A plume of black smoke and flames rises over Mangaf, south of Kuwait City, after reported attacks on civilian infrastructure, 18 July 2026 (UGC/AFP) Off Iran said on Saturday that it had suspended all of its commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), accusing the United States of violating the agreement as military exchanges between the two countries continued. The announcement by Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi marks Tehran's clearest statement yet that it no longer considered itself bound by the Pakistan -mediated agreement, which was signed in June to end hostilities between Washington and Tehran. The 14-point MoU included provisions to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, lift the US naval blockade and begin a phased de-escalation after weeks of fighting.
Iran suspends MoU with Washington after 'US violations' Iran's Deputy Foreign Ministser said Tehran had suspended its committments to the MoU with Washington as US attacks continue. “The US has violated and suspended all its commitments within the framework of the Islamabad MoU,” Gharibabadi said. The Deputy Foreign Minister added that Tehran had suspended its commitments and implementation of the agreed as it is "busy defending the country.
Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reports damage and injuries from Iranian attacks Kuwait Petroleum Corporation said one of its oil facilities was hit on Saturday by "repeated Iranian attacks". The corporation said the attacks led to significant material damage and some injuries.
Bahrain sounds air raid warning for sixth time Bahrain has set off air raid sirents for the sixth time in the last few hours. A Bahraini Interior Ministry spokesperson called on its citizens and residents to "remain calm and head to the nearest safe place.
The world must stop Israel's unprecedented assault on Palestinian children Submitted by Noam Peleg on Thu, 07/16/2026 - 21:07 After nearly three years of genocide, the international community is failing in its duty to protect the most vulnerable An injured child is treated in Khan Younis following Israeli strikes, Gaza, on 24 June 2026 (Bashar Taleb/AFP) Off The UN commission report released last month found that Israel is deliberately targeting Palestinian children in its ongoing campaign of genocide . It details and demonstrates Israel’s genocidal intent to destroy Palestinians, in whole or in part. The report makes for sobering reading.
US attacks kill 50 people since July 6: Iran Health Ministry Iran's health ministry said US attacks since July 6 has killed at least 50 people and wounded more than 500 others.
Jordan shoots down four drones, says no casualties reported Jordan’s armed forces said they intercepted and shot down four drones that entered the country’s airspace over the past 24 hours. In a statement, the military said no casualties or material damage were reported.
US strikes leave 10,000 Iranians without water as Kuwait desalination plant burns Submitted by MEE staff on Sat, 07/18/2026 - 09:31 Officials said facilities were destroyed as Iran warned countries hosting US forces to prepare for retaliation Precision strikes target Iranian military sites in a handout video released on 17 July 2026 (US Centcom/AFP) Off The escalating conflict between the United States and Iran is taking a growing toll on civilian infrastructure, with Iranian officials saying overnight US strikes destroyed a desalination facility supplying drinking water to about 10,000 people. Hamzeh Pour, chief executive of the Hormozgan Water and Wastewater Company, said US strikes hit desalination pumps and electrical infrastructure in Bunji village, in Jask, cutting off water supplies to 20 villages. "The supply of drinking water to 20 villages with a population of approximately 10,000 people has been completely disrupted," Pour was quoted by Iran's Tasnim News Agency as saying.
The truth is Burnham’s mea culpa on Gaza was nothing but a change in tone Submitted by Barry Malone on Thu, 07/16/2026 - 15:09 Britain’s anointed prime minister's Gaza apology contained nothing of substance for the victims of genocide – or anyone else Children react as Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike on a tent at a camp sheltering displaced people, in Gaza City on 7 July, 2026 (Ebrahim Hajjaj/Reuters) On On the surface, it certainly seemed a very big deal. Andy Burnham, Britain ’s prime minister-in-waiting, had apologised for Gaza. "Labour’s initial response to the treatment of Gaza caused huge hurt.
