World Desk

The attack involved 41 ballistic missiles and 125 drones, damaging residential and industrial sites while prompting urgent pleas for air defense systems.

A U.S. service member was killed in northern Iraq on July 18 during a controlled detonation of an unexploded Iranian drone. The incident occurred amid ongoing U.S. airstrikes against Iranian targets following a strike in Jordan.

The military operation follows a deadly attack on a U.S. base in Jordan, signaling a major escalation in regional tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

A deadly Iranian strike on a base in Jordan has left two U.S. troops dead and one missing, marking a significant escalation in the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.

Education reformer Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly moved to a New Delhi hospital following a 20-day hunger strike protesting alleged leaks in India’s exam system.

Iranian forces launched renewed attacks on Gulf states, targeting military and civilian infrastructure in response to a seventh night of U.S. strikes. The escalation follows the collapse of a ceasefire, leading to significant damage and fears of a broader regional conflict.

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the new Labour Party leader and will become the UK's next prime minister on July 21.

President Trump has ordered a naval blockade and proposed a 20% shipping toll in the Strait of Hormuz following three days of U.S. military strikes. The escalation follows the collapse of a June ceasefire and has resulted in a surge in global oil prices.

Iranian forces launched a wave of retaliatory strikes across the Gulf following U.S. military operations, further destabilizing the critical Strait of Hormuz.