Iran says 7 tankers on fire or damaged overnight in the Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast news
Iran's state television reported that seven oil tankers were either struck by attacks or hit naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz overnight Thursday, possibly making this the largest single-day number of vessels damaged in the waterway since the Iran war started on Feb. 28. Here is the latest news from the Middle East. Read our full coverage here. 7 oil tankers damaged in Strait of Hormuz, Iran's state television reportsIran’s state television reported that seven oil tankers have caught fire...
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- Iran says 7 tankers on fire or damaged overnight in the Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast news
- A second female lawmaker in Australia is threatened days after alleged car attack
- Ukraines strikes on Russian data centers disrupt key services and derail AI research
- As riots overshadow Macrons final months in office, presidential hopefuls jockey to succeed him
- Vatican says tests show Pope Leo XIV wont need further treatment for lung cancer
- Carney says Trumps tariffs hurt Americans as US Embassy alleges Canadian interference
- Bukele says military operation launched to rescue Salvadorans held by gangs in Haiti
Wed, 21 Oct 2026
- Russia frees American Stephen Hubbard after over 4 years behind bars
- Sister of American Stephen Hubbard says hes in disbelief following release by Russia
- Trump-allied Colombian president removes art exhibits he deems communist, sparking protests
- Tropical Storm Vance has formed in the Pacific Ocean
- Russia agrees to resume three-way talks on Ukraine war with Kyiv and Washington, Kremlin says
- Saudi capitals airport reopens to limited traffic, and other Mideast news
- Israeli forces detain and then release US congressional candidate at West Bank harvest
- How the Mecca defense agreement between Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia will work
- In Honduras, hard hit by drought, authorities hope to make it rain using contentious tactic
- UK government approves a natural gas project off Scotland despite environmental concerns
- Russia says it has detained a German who faces charges for serving in Ukrainian army
- US is a big reason for the world losing ground in the fight against climate change, UN report says
- South Korean officials free a shark trapped for a month in Busan canal
- A look at the major candidates in Israels election next week
- Australian politician who was hit by car has lost both legs
- The history behind Frances proud tradition of protests
- AP Exclusive: Hungarys Magyar vows accountability for Orbn era while holding firm on migration
- Drone strike on a market in disputed African region of Abyei kills at least 153
- A Treasury of Ice goes on show, revealing relics as Swiss glaciers rapidly melt
- Alberta voters overwhelmingly reject separation process in a victory for Carney
- Pakistans factory workers swelter in extreme heat as global brands fail on safety pledges
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
- Driver accused of intentionally driving into Australian lawmaker was not a known threat, police say
- Funds from sale of former Gambian rulers US property to be used to compensate victims
- Meta tells Brazils electoral court it treats Lula and Flvio Bolsonaro equally ahead of Sunday vote
- Italys Meloni approves tougher measures to crack down on protests after Milan riots
- Zelenskyy says early warning system for Russian missile attacks resumes following call with Rubio
- Houthis attack besieged city in Yemen that UN says is at grave risk
- UK to send jets to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks, and other Mideast news
- 2 men rearrested in UK on suspicion of assisting Iran over suspected plot at a US-run air base
- France announces nightly curfews for as long as necessary in Paris and other big cities
- UK expands military support for Saudi Arabia against Houthis with defensive air patrols
- Attack by Islamic State-affiliated group in Mali kills 48 people, official says
- The Latest: US ties with Ukraine hit a new low as Trump slights Zelenskyy and eases up on Russia
- Rubio and Indias foreign minister hold talks in Mumbai as both sides aim to finalize a trade deal
- Zelenskyy says Ukraine got no early warning from partners as Russia hits the power grid again
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
- US ties with Ukraine hit new low as Trump slights Zelenskyy and eases up on Russia
- US and Cuba clash at UN as Washington seeks to sway annual vote on economic embargo
- Paris police issue overnight curfew in 2 areas of French capital to try to prevent further disorder
- Florida brings more charges against former Cuba president Raul Castro
- Cuba says US-based suspects confessed in armed incursion and face terrorism charges
- Bulgarian authorities seek arrests Germans in arson of Starlink antennas
- Houthi rebels strike Yemens government forces, killing at least 53
- Rights group says paramilitary drone strike in Sudan killed 41 near Ethiopian border
- Homeland Security grants temporary deportation reprieve for more than 100K Ukrainians and Sudanese
- Canada deploys 50 investigators to probe military base fire that killed 4 soldiers
- Millions of dollars are unaccounted for in Ebola response, officials say. This is what we know.
- Pope Leo XIV urges humanitarian cooperation between Ukraine and Russia during call with Zelenskyy
- From France to Albania, social unrest is setting Europes streets ablaze
- Albertans vote on path to independence as Carney fights to keep Canada united
- Supreme Court declines to hear appeal in disputed Afghan adoption case
- Saudi Arabia executes 2 Bangladeshis over indecent acts, and other Mideast news
- Barcelona grandmas dish out cooking wisdom. And find nourishment themselves
- Australian prime minister says lawmaker critically injured by car is no accident
- Former South African president denies impeding investigation and prosecution of apartheid-era cases
- Capsizings cause the deaths of 12 migrants off Greek islands
- Gangs in Haiti target foreign troops in biggest attack since new force began operations
- Singapore expands crackdown on Indonesian companies linked to haze
- Rubio is in Uzbekistan to promote US ties and trade with Central Asia
- Israeli police arrest 10 following weekend attacks by settlers on journalist and diplomats
- Hungarian journalists feel the pressure lifting after Orbns defeat
- Grass fire at Canadian military base kills 4 soldiers and critically injures 19 other people
Sun, 18 Oct 2026
- Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia as spat between Trump and Zelenskyy continues
- Macron condemns those who sought to bring down the Republic after rioting mars nationwide protests
- Egypts top security body agrees to help Saudi Arabia defend itself against Houthi attacks
- Photographer attacked by settlers in the West Bank feels insulted by Netanyahu
- Trump endorses embattled Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for reelection
- Airstrike kills at least 9 in rebel-held Yemen, and other Mideast news
- Criminal networks threaten the Amazon. Indigenous leaders want the UN to act
- Pope Leo tells faithful in St. Peters Square he will gradually resume duties after cancer surgery
- Israel-Lebanon agreement shines light on long-lost Jewish community
- Rubio heads to Central Asia as some wonder if hes keeping the most pressing matters at a distance
- Diplomats attacked in the occupied West Bank, and other Middle East developments
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
- Clashes, fires and looting break out as protesters rally across France, joining students
- Desperate civilians risk their lives along mined roads to escape from a Russian-held city
- Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia put on hold by Trump
- Pakistani forces, Afghan Taliban exchange fire after militants attempt to infiltrate Pakistan
- Pope returns to Vatican days after surgery; surgeon says he should be fit for Latin America tour
- How Alberta separatism went from fringe cause to referendum
- An American pope brings American-style governance to the Vatican, even in a health crisis
- North Korea says it tested new torpedo system with AI capabilities
- Latest vote shows no candidate for UN chief has the required support of all five key powers
Fri, 16 Oct 2026
- Norwegian teen sentenced to 20 years in prison for plotting murder in UK for Iran-linked gang
- Meta denies accusation of anti-Lula political bias in Brazil after electoral court ruling
- Canadian Prime Minister Carney and Alberta premier unite against separation ahead of referendum
- Israeli settlers attack Palestinians during olive harvest, and other Middle East developments
- Brazil says Amazon deforestation fell to the lowest level since 1988
- Lebanon opens investigation into Syrian militia leaders abduction and transfer to Syria
- Presidential adviser says Ukraine is in talks to lift speed limit on military satellite network
- Serbian populist leader Aleksandar Vucic returns to tragedy-hit Novi Sad for preelection rally
- Ethiopia sets up Tigray caretaker government as ex-fighters seek return to civilian life
- Russia strikes 9 Ukrainian regions as a new report shows a spike in civilian casualties
- Israeli settlers torch cars and trees in West Bank villages, disrupting Palestinians olive harvest
- Pope speaks with Putin, denouncing recent attacks as he shows recovery from lung surgery progressing
- Crowds throng New Delhi and wave Indian flags amid escalating protests
- Fundraising to protect oceans, forests and other key nature sites falling short ahead of UN summit
- IMF-World Bank meetings focus on global risks and potential benefits of AI
- Drone strikes in the Black Sea raise fears of Russian escalation to test NATOs response
- Hurricane Trudy strengthens to a Category 3 storm off Mexicos Pacific coast
- Pakistan orders school inspections as relatives say they warned of risks before deadly collapse
- Israels Arab-led parties could decide the election if anyone would partner with them
- Nepals devastating flood exposes the risks of resettling disaster survivors
- Prime Minister Mark Carney says US is trying to break Canada as Alberta votes on separation path
- Youths clash with police for a 3rd day in Albanias anti-government protests
Thu, 15 Oct 2026
- Trudy strengthens to a hurricane as system nears Mexicos coast with major storm expected
- 2 killed in explosions near palace used by Yemens government in latest Houthi attack
- Ukraine abandons truce and attacks Russian oil refinery as Zelenskyy says he feels betrayed by Trump
- Drone strike and fire on ship in Romanian waters raise fears that war in Ukraine is spreading
- BBC asks judge to force Trump to sit for deposition in his own lawsuit against the channel
- At showdown FIFA meeting, Infantino apologizes for World Cup furor but leaves critics unhappy
- Commercial goods are no longer entering Gaza, raising fears of worsening shortages in the territory
- Pope Leo resumes working, sees top aide in hospital as doctors say lung recovered from surgery
- Brazil investigates Amazon wildfires that disrupt daily life and have fueled political attacks
- Saudi Arabia says it thwarted a missile strike on Medina, and other Middle East developments
- Ex-leader of Northern Irelands largest unionist party sentenced to 15 years for sex abuse
- Questions swirl about popes future and what he knew when praying at a French shrine famed for cures
- Heavy rain shuts down Istanbul, causing flooding and 2 deaths
- School roof collapse in Pakistan kills at least 35 and injures more than 50
- China opens a joint airfield in Laos with construction ongoing and eyes on its military role
- Rubio urges restraint over Ethiopia-Eritrea tensions as rights group reports civilians killed
- Israeli rights groups report a surge of Palestinian inmates being shot with rubber bullets
- New China-North Korea bridge opens after more than a decade of delay
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