May 2026
Iran Rejects US Strikes, Calls Them “Aggression” and Challenges Self-Defense Claim
Tehran (HRNW) – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaie has strongly condemned recent US strikes on Iran, describing them as outright “aggression.” In his statement, he rejected Washington’s justification that the actions were taken in self-defense, arguing that they do not meet the legal or international criteria for such a claim. Baqaie further referenced a…
Report Claims Shift in Regional Influence as India Faces Political and Economic Challenges After “Operation Sindoor”
Paris (HRNW) – A report published by Le Monde suggests that Pakistan’s global diplomatic position has strengthened following what it describes as setbacks for India in “Operation Sindoor.” The report claims that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has faced increased international scrutiny amid political developments and shifting global dynamics, including reactions linked to US policy…
UN Announces New Resident Coordinator Appointment to Strengthen Development Efforts
New York, United States (HRNW)- On 29 April 2026, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced the appointment of a new UN Resident Coordinator for Bosnia and Herzegovina. The appointment aims to enhance coordination of UN development activities and strengthen partnerships to support sustainable development goals (SDGs) in the region. The UN emphasized the importance…
IAEA Chief Says Most of Iran’s Enriched Uranium Likely Stored at Isfahan Facility
Vienna (HRNW) – The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Rafael Grossi, has stated that a significant portion of Iran’s enriched uranium is likely still stored at the Isfahan nuclear facility. In his statement, Grossi said that while Isfahan may hold a large stockpile, other key sites including Natanz and Fordow also…
Trump Criticizes German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Amid Rising Tensions Over Iran Policy
Washington (HRNW) – US President Donald Trump has once again criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, advising him to focus on domestic issues in Germany instead of commenting on American foreign policy. According to media reports, Trump referenced remarks attributed to the German Vice Chancellor, saying that Merz was doing a “terrible job” and should prioritize…
Closure of Strait of Hormuz Forces Major Change in Shipping Routes and Rise of Land Transport
Global (HRNW) – After the reported closure of the Strait of Hormuz, significant disruptions in global trade routes have led to a major shift from sea transport to land-based logistics. According to AFP news agency, commercial supply chains are increasingly relying on alternative routes as shipping through the Strait has been halted. The report states…
UN Warns of Worsening Health Crisis in Sudan Amid Ongoing Conflict
New York, United States (HRNW)- During the United Nations daily briefing on 29 April 2026, UN agencies including the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF raised alarm over the rapidly deteriorating health situation in Sudan. According to UN officials, ongoing violence has severely disrupted healthcare services, leaving millions without access to essential medical care. The…
Israel to Transfer Detained Gaza Aid Flotilla Members to Greece Under New Arrangement
Tel Aviv (HRNW) – Israel has decided to transfer arrested members of the Global Solidarity Flotilla, which was carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, to Greece, a move that has drawn attention in diplomatic and human rights circles. According to Arab media reports, Israeli authorities had initially planned to send 175 detainees to Israel, but later…
Allegations of Increased Crackdown and Rights Violations in Indian-Occupied Kashmir After Pahalgam Incident
Srinagar (HRNW) – Reports from Indian-occupied Kashmir allege that minority communities, particularly Muslims, are facing increased pressure and restrictions, which critics describe as a worsening phase in the region’s ongoing unrest. According to details, following the Pahalgam incident, authorities under the Modi-led government are accused by political and local leaders of intensifying actions in the…
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi Criticizes Trump Over ‘Trump Strait’ Remark on Strait of Hormuz
Tehran (HRNW) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has strongly reacted to US President Donald Trump’s statement regarding the name of the Strait of Hormuz, criticizing the US President’s stance in a statement shared on social media platform X. Araqchi also shared an old video clip of Donald Trump, in which he allegedly mistakenly referred…