Türkiye to push for fair climate finance at COP31, minister says

Environment Minister Murat Kurum declared that Türkiye will advocate for direct climate finance to reach affected regions and developing countries at COP31, rejecting a system that places the burden on those least responsible for emissions. He pledged that Ankara will act as an “honest intermediary and fair referee” in the process.

UK's Telegraph retracts false claim that Erdoğan threatened to 'invade Israel'

The Daily Telegraph removed a false report claiming President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan threatened to "invade Israel," issuing an apology after the story spread through Israeli media. Senior editor Paul Nuki said the quotes "appear to be old or completely fabricated."

Red Cross plans more aid to Iran after first Türkiye cross-border delivery

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies announced plans for further aid shipments to Iran after a first cross‑border convoy of medical supplies from Türkiye reached the country. The IFRC has raised its emergency appeal to over $153 million to scale up assistance for 5 million people.

Hezbollah denies Syria attack on rabbi, says no fighters in country

Hezbollah denied involvement in a bomb plot targeting Rabbi Mikhail Huri, a Jewish community leader in Damascus, saying the group has "no fighters" in Syria. Syria's Interior Ministry had previously announced the arrest of a Hezbollah-linked cell over the attempted assassination.

Trump's Iran war accelerates US decline, ends American hegemony, analysis argues

President Trump will go down in history as the leader who ended American hegemony and accelerated US decline, an analysis argues. The Iran war exposed the limits of US power, led to isolation by allies, and marked a turning point where Trump's imperial strategy was turned back from Tehran.

Xi calls for Middle East sovereignty amid US-Iran tensions

China’s President Xi Jinping urged respect for sovereignty and security across the Middle East, as tensions linked to the US-Iran conflict continue to reshape regional dynamics. His remarks signal Beijing’s push for stability and a rules-based approach amid ongoing uncertainty.

Iran demands compensation from Gulf states over war role

Iran has formally called on several Arab countries to pay compensation, accusing them of facilitating US-Israeli strikes during the recent conflict. The move signals rising diplomatic tensions as Tehran seeks accountability through international institutions following weeks of military escalation.

Iran keeps Pakistan channel open, no deal yet on new US talks

Iran maintains contact with Pakistan but has not yet agreed to another round of negotiations with the United States, an Iranian source told IRNA. Rare direct talks between the two sides in Islamabad ended without agreement, following a two‑week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan with support from Türkiye, China, Saudi Arabia and Egypt.

Chinese tanker on US sanctions list transits Strait of Hormuz amid blockade

A Chinese tanker on the US sanctions list transited the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, marking the first known passage during the current blockade. Shanghai Xuanrun Shipping, a Chinese firm included on the US sanctions list, owns the oil-chemical carrier, MarineTraffic data showed.

Spain accuses Israel of breaching international law over Iran war

Spain has sharply criticised Israel’s conduct in the ongoing conflict with Iran, with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez accusing the Israeli government of violating international law and warning of broader risks to the global order.

Xi urges Spain ties to counter ‘law of the jungle’ order

China’s President Xi Jinping called for closer cooperation with Spain to defend multilateralism and resist what he described as a drift toward a “law of the jungle,” as global tensions rise amid the US-Iran conflict.

Lavrov warns of ‘dangerous games’ over Taiwan, South China Sea

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi that “dangerous games” are being played over Taiwan and the South China Sea. He accused the West of trying to “disintegrate” the ASEAN‑centric space through “small‑geometry, bloc‑like structures” designed to contain both Moscow and Beijing.

Iran estimates war damage from US-Israeli strikes at $270 billion

Damage from US-Israeli strikes against Iran is estimated at about $270 billion, the Iranian government spokeswoman said Tuesday, citing preliminary assessments. Iran is pursuing war reparations as part of negotiations, though the figure is not final.

Vietnam president visits China to boost strategic ties

Vietnam’s newly elected president has chosen China for his first official overseas trip, signaling the importance Hanoi places on its economic and political partnership with Beijing amid evolving regional dynamics.

Australia 'deeply invested' in keeping Strait of Hormuz open, defense minister says

Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles said Canberra is "deeply invested" in ensuring the Strait of Hormuz remains open, as shipping disruptions impact global fuel supplies. Australia would only contribute to efforts to reopen the strait if a ceasefire becomes permanent.

Israeli soldier killed, three hurt in south Lebanon clashes

One Israeli soldier was killed and three others wounded in clashes in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, the Israeli army confirmed. The fighting comes despite a November 2024 ceasefire, as Israel continues an expanded offensive following a Hezbollah cross-border attack on March 2.

Saudi Arabia pressing US to end Hormuz blockade, return to Iran talks, WSJ reports

Saudi Arabia is pressing the US to cease its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and return to talks with Iran, the Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday. Gulf states fear Iran could retaliate by closing the Bab al-Mandeb chokepoint, crucial for Saudi oil exports.

Italy suspends defense deal renewal with Israel amid tensions

Italy has halted the automatic renewal of its defense cooperation agreement with Israel, citing the evolving regional situation linked to the Iran conflict and broader security concerns.

Spain to regularize 500,000 migrants under new decree plan

Spain is set to launch a major migration reform, with the government preparing to legalize nearly half a million undocumented migrants through an extraordinary regularization process approved by the Council of Ministers.

Meloni defends pope, rejects political pressure on Church

Italy’s prime minister has pushed back against criticism of the Catholic Church, stressing that religious leaders must remain independent from political influence following recent remarks by US President Donald Trump targeting the pope.

EPA delaying 'forever chemicals' approvals amid MAHA activist concerns, WaPo reports

The EPA is holding back dozens of approvals for "forever chemicals" amid concerns they could provoke backlash from Make America Healthy Again activists, the Washington Post reported. The delay contrasts with the administration's broader push to roll back environmental regulations.

Türkiye’s Fidan discusses Iran war efforts with Russia, Saudi

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held separate phone calls with his Russian and Saudi counterparts to discuss efforts to end the war in Iran, triggered by joint US-Israeli attacks. The talks follow inconclusive US-Iran negotiations in Islamabad and a new US naval blockade on Iranian ports.

Netanyahu says Israel will resume Gaza genocide alone

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, wanted by the ICC for genocide in Gaza, announced that Israel may be forced to act alone to disarm Hamas, as forming an international coalition is “not realistic.” Israeli strikes continue to kill Palestinians despite a fragile ceasefire.

Netanyahu claims daily US briefings on Iran talks, sparking US backlash

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Trump administration provides him with daily updates on negotiations with Iran, a claim that drew swift criticism from US lawmakers and commentators. “The Trump administration daily reports to Netanyahu on the Iranian war, but not Congress or the American people,” Democratic Congressman Mark Pocan wrote on X.

Trump warns Iranian ships near US blockade will be ‘immediately eliminated’

President Donald Trump declared that any Iranian vessels approaching the US blockade of Iranian ports “will be immediately eliminated.” He claimed that 158 Iranian ships have already been destroyed, leaving only small “fast attack ships” which he said are not considered a major threat.