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Iranian Revolutionary Guards General Calls Trump ‘Unreliable’ Amid US-Iran Tensions
Tehran (HRNW)- Tensions between Iran and the United States continue to rise amid a stalemate over extending the ceasefire and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian officials strongly criticizing Washington’s position. According to the International News Agency, mediation efforts to advance ceasefire negotiations have so far failed to produce a meeting between the leaders of…
Oil Prices Surge 2% as Trump Threatens Tougher Sanctions on Iran
London (HRNW)- Global crude oil prices rose by around 2 percent after US President Donald Trump threatened tougher economic sanctions against Iran, amid continuing uncertainty over the US-Iran ceasefire and disruptions to oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude initially climbed 2.4 percent to around $94 per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI)…
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Plan Return to UK After Six Years in US
London (HRNW)- Prince Harry has reportedly decided to return to the United Kingdom with his wife, Meghan Markle, and their children after nearly six years of living in the United States. According to British media reports, the 41-year-old Prince Harry has informed his father, King Charles III, about his plans to return to the UK. Their…
Iran Calls US Sanctions ‘Economic Terrorism,’ Araqchi Warns of Global Impact
Tehran (HRNW)- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has strongly criticized US economic sanctions against Iran, describing Washington’s policy of economic pressure as “economic terrorism” and warning that it could threaten the global economy and the sovereignty of countries. Araqchi, responding to recent statements by US President Donald Trump, said the US strategy of imposing economic pressure…
Britain Summons Israeli Diplomat Over West Bank Settlement Expansion as Australia Protests Gaza Aid Worker Deaths
London (HRNW)- Britain has summoned Israel’s chargé d’affaires in London to the Foreign Office and expressed strong opposition to Israel’s decision to issue tenders for new Jewish settlement construction in the occupied West Bank. British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband confirmed the diplomatic summons and called on Israel to immediately halt the E-1 settlement project. He also…
Bangladesh Holds Competitive Presidential Election as BNP Leader Faces Opposition Candidate
Dhaka (HRNW)- Voting is being held today in Bangladesh to elect a new president, with senior Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir facing former army officer and opposition candidate Col. (retd) Oli Ahmed. According to international news agencies, voting will take place at the Bangladesh Parliament (Jatiya Sangsad) from 2 pm to 5…
Russian Missile Strikes Kill 5, Injure 23 in Kyiv
Kyiv (HRNW)- At least five people were killed and 23 others injured in Russian missile strikes targeting Kyiv and surrounding areas on Sunday. According to Ukrainian officials, the attacks continued into the night, striking residential buildings and warehouses, triggering fires and damaging vehicles. Ukraine’s State Emergency Service said a medical center also caught fire, while rescue…
Kenya Helicopter Crash Kills Seven, Including Five Americans and Ecuador’s Intelligence Chief
Nairobi (HRNW) — A tourist helicopter crashed in Samburu County, northern Kenya, on Wednesday, killing all seven people on board, including five American citizens and Ecuador’s intelligence chief Michele Sensi-Contugi. Sensi-Contugi’s wife, Stephany Hollihan, was also among those killed in the crash. The helicopter was carrying six passengers and a pilot when it went down…
Iran Plans 5,000 MW Solar Power Plant in Isfahan
Isfahan, Iran (HRNW) — Iran is preparing to launch what officials describe as one of the world’s largest solar power projects, with the foundation stone for a 5,000-megawatt solar power plant expected to be laid soon in Isfahan Province. According to the Isfahan Governorate, the project is expected to significantly expand Iran’s renewable energy capacity…
Death of Professor Dr. Jason Arday Raises Questions Over Pressure and Racial Bias in Academia
London (HRNW) — The death of Professor Dr. Jason Arday has prompted renewed discussion about the intense psychological pressure, racial bias, and scrutiny that Black academics may face within higher education. Professor Arday, who became one of the youngest Black professors at Durham University, built an academic career marked by significant achievements and contributions to…