Oil Prices Rise to $90 a Barrel Over U.S.-Iran Stalemate
The stalemate over the Iran war hardened and commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continued to dwindle.
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President Urges Transparency in Economic Policymaking
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for greater transparency and justice in economic policymaking, stressing that people’s livelihoods must remain the government’s primary concern and that policies should prioritize the poor and disadvantaged.
Pakistan-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact fails first test as Houthi drone hits Jazan, alliance does nothing: JPost analysis
Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], August 11 (ANI): The newly announced Mecca Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia appears to have failed its first major test after the Iran-backed Houthi rebels from Yemen struck an Aramco refinery in Jazan, with the newly formed alliance offering no visible military response or threat to the attack, said an analysis written in the Jerusalem Post.
Lebanon: Abolition of death penalty a landmark victory affirming justice must be rooted in human rights
Responding to the Lebanese parliament’s approval of a law that abolishes the death penalty for all crimes, Heba Morayef, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa at, said: “Lebanon’s decision to abolish the death penalty marks a major milestone and a victory for human rights in the country. Justice must be […] The post Lebanon: Abolition of death penalty a landmark victory affirming justice must be rooted in human rights appeared first on Amnesty International .
Trump Said to Have Secretly Used Military Jet to Leave Turkey Amid Threats
President Trump hid in an airport catering container and was taken to a military jet for a secret flight out of country after the NATO summit last month.
Three killed in Houthi attack on cargo ship in Bab al-Mandab
Three killed in Houthi attack on cargo ship in Bab al-Mandab The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations centre (UKMTO), the international reference for maritime security incidents, has received a report of an attack on a cargo ship in Bab al-Mandab off the coast of Mocha from an "unknown projectile" which resulted "in casualties". Yemeni official sources from the coast guard and military say at least three crew members have been killed. They say the attack came from the Houthis, which control much of Yemen's Red Sea coast.
Iran issues 'strong condemnation' of Israel's weekend strikes on Lebanon, says US part of all crimes due to its support
Tehran [Iran], August 11 (ANI): Iran on Tuesday strongly condemned Israel's strikes on southern Lebanon over the weekend, accusing the United States of being an 'accomplice and partner' in Israeli crimes in Lebanon, occupied Palestine and the wider region due to Washington's 'comprehensive support' for Israel.
Israel pursuing ‘undeclared annexation’ of West Bank, Peace Now says
Israel pursuing ‘undeclared annexation’ of West Bank, Peace Now says Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 08/11/2026 - 11:06 Group says expanded Israeli civilian powers, settlement growth and pressure on Palestinian Authority are eroding Oslo framework Israeli soldiers aim their weapons and take up positions towards Palestinians during the demolition of a home in Nablus on 11 August (Reuters/Nasser Ishtayeh/SOPA) Off A leading Israeli advocacy group has accused the government of pursuing the undeclared annexation of the occupied West Bank through coordinated measures that undermine the Oslo Accords. Peace Now, which monitors Israeli violations in the West Bank, said the measures include broadening the powers of the Israeli Civil Administration, expanding settlements and weakening the Palestinian Authority. “Netanyahu’s government is playing with fire, disregarding its international commitments and endangering Israel’s security - all in order to take control of more territory and land in the West Bank,” the movement said in the report, obtained and reported by Ynet on Tuesday.
Qatar says Oman-Iran talks on Hormuz in advanced stage
Qatar says Oman-Iran talks on Hormuz in advanced stage Talks between Oman and Iran on the future of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz are now in an advanced stage, Qatar's foreign ministry spokesperson said in a briefing on Tuesday.
Column: NED's China agenda is doomed to fail
by Shao Xia The National Endowment for Democracy (NED), often dubbed "the second CIA," recently released a report on China and Russia, which was riddled with lies, fallacies and disinformation, deliberately fabricated to smear China's foreign policy and international cooperation.
Ousted Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia
The ex-president is convicted of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country's civil war.
Israeli Regime Demolishes Palestinian Man’s Home Weeks after His Murder
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Less than three weeks after Palestinian man Farouk Ramadan was murdered while confronting Israeli occupiers, the Israeli regime blew up his home in the West Bank town of Tal.
Rising costs leave Iranians nothing for a coffee
Rising living costs have forced many Iranians to give up cafes and restaurants, turning a once-routine form of leisure into an expense increasingly squeezed out by rent, food and healthcare, messages to Iran International say.
Colombia recognises Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights
Colombia recognises Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights Colombia's far-right president Abelardo de la Espriella recognised Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights on Monday. “The Government of Colombia recognises Israeli sovereignty over this territory, as well as that State’s right to protect itself against external threats,” read an online statement. It added that “Colombia recognises that maintaining Israel’s control and sovereignty over the Golan Heights is an essential component of its national defence”.
Israeli Regime Destroys West Bank Water Pipelines, Forces Palestinians from Homes
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Israeli regime destroyed water pipelines, detained two Palestinian brothers and ordered residents to leave several homes during raids Monday across the occupied West Bank, according to local sources.
UKMTO reports incident involving military in Gulf of Oman
UKMTO reports incident involving military in Gulf of Oman The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Tuesday it received a report of an incident involving a tanker and military forces in the Gulf of Oman. UKMTO ADVISORY 109-26 Click here to view the full product ⤵️ https://t. co/oKdOtMYEKi #MaritimeSecurity #MarSec pic.
Israeli Regime Advances Plan for 650 Housing Units in Illegal Settlement South of Al-Quds
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Israeli regime has advanced plans to build around 650 housing units in a new illegal settlement south of Al-Quds on land adjacent to Palestinian homes, the Palestinian Al-Quds Governorate said Monday.
Brent oil price passes $90 as Iran-US deal hopes fade
Brent oil price passes $90 as Iran-US deal hopes fade The price of Brent North Sea crude, the main international oil contract, climbed above $90 on Tuesday as hopes that the US and Iran reach a deal to end the war fade. Brent reached $90. 02 a barrel, a gain of more than 2.
Israel silent as Moscow seeks answers over missing historian
Artyom Kirpichenok, an outspoken Israel critic, has been missing since landing at Ben Gurion Airport last week Israeli authorities have remained silent on the fate of Russian-Israeli historian Artyom Kirpichenok, days after his reported detention and despite Moscow seeking answers about his whereabouts.
FM Praises Iranian Expats for Major Contribution during War
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said millions of dollars in aid were raised by Iranians living abroad and transferred to Iran during the recent US-Israeli war of aggression against the country.
