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US LOSSES MOUNT AS F-15, A-10 SHOT DOWN IN IRAN WAR

Erdogan, NATO chief discuss conflicts as ‘geostrategic deadlock’ deepens over Iran

Turkish president urges global action on Iran tensions, highlights NATO support and push for regional stability.

Iran downs American jet, another crashes as war rages on

Trump says downing of US jet won't affect Iran talks

Erdogan, NATO chief discuss conflicts as ‘geostrategic deadlock’ deepens over Iran

Turkish president urges global action on Iran tensions, highlights NATO support and push for regional stability.

Iran downs American jet, another crashes as war rages on

Trump says downing of US jet won't affect Iran talks

Erdogan, NATO chief discuss conflicts as ‘geostrategic deadlock’ deepens over Iran

Erdogan, NATO chief discuss conflicts as ‘geostrategic deadlock’ deepens over Iran

Radioactive fallout will end life in GCC capitals, not Tehran: Iran's Araghchi

Radioactive fallout will end life in GCC capitals, not Tehran: Iran's Araghchi

Radioactive fallout will end life in GCC capitals, not Tehran: Iran's Araghchi

Did Iran shoot down a US F-35 fighter jet?

Did Iran shoot down a US F-35 fighter jet?

Did Iran shoot down a US F-35 fighter jet?

Over 100 international experts warn US strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes

Over 100 international experts warn US strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes

Over 100 international experts warn US strikes on Iran may amount to war crimes

Trump vows to target more Iranian infrastructure as countries seek to open Hormuz

Escalating rhetoric by the US rattles markets and raises fears over energy flows as countries push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

WHO reports over 20 strikes on Iran health facilities since early March amid Israeli-US attacks

Health infrastructure in Iran has suffered significant damage during the Israel-US war on Iran, with the WHO confirming multiple incidents affecting hospitals, staff and treatment.

Pakistan fuel prices surge 54 pct as Middle East war drives oil shock

Rising global oil prices force Pakistan to increase fuel costs sharply, worsening inflation and raising pressure on commuters and low-income households.

Food prices surge amid higher energy, fertiliser costs due to Middle East war: UN food agency

FAO warns that a continued Middle East war may disrupt global food supply, push commodity prices higher, and create lasting uncertainty for farmers and markets worldwide.

Day 36 of US-Israeli war on Iran

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Day 36 of US-Israeli war on Iran

Live blog - US-Israeli war on Iran (Feb 28, 2026)

Live blog - US-Israeli war on Iran (Feb 28, 2026)

Iran war intensifies as US losses mount, energy sites hit

Here are the latest events in the US-Israeli war on Iran:

Iran threatens to target Israeli diplomatic missions if its embassies are attacked

US satellite imagery firm announces blackout on Middle East war pics

Israel issues evacuation warning for residents at Masnaa border crossing between Lebanon, Syria

Iran says: entire region will become hell for Israel-US escalation continues

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Who controls the Strait of Hormuz? Iran’s toll plan could reshape global maritime order

Who controls the Strait of Hormuz? Iran’s toll plan could reshape global maritime order

Who controls the Strait of Hormuz? Iran’s toll plan could reshape global maritime order

As Iran cites wartime conditions to justify a potential toll system in the Strait of Hormuz, experts say a major test of maritime law and the global order is unfolding.

Myanmar's former military junta chief elected president by parliament

Myanmar's former military junta chief elected president by parliament

Myanmar's former military junta chief elected president by parliament

Trump orders new tariffs on pharmaceutical products, metals

Trump orders new tariffs on pharmaceutical products, metals

Trump orders new tariffs on pharmaceutical products, metals

Boats sail from Marseille to join Gaza aid flotilla, aiming to break Israel’s blockade

After weeks of preparation, around 20 participating boats from France left Marseille and are heading to Italy.

Palestinian woman dies from wounds as Israeli army shells southern Gaza

International groups urge EU to act against Israel's death penalty law for Palestinian prisoners

Boats sail from Marseille to join Gaza aid flotilla, aiming to break Israel’s blockade

Boats sail from Marseille to join Gaza aid flotilla, aiming to break Israel’s blockade

Women, child among dead in suicide bombing near Pakistan police station

Security forces fired on a suicide bomber in Bannu as the car detonated, killing five and injuring others nearby.

Women, child among dead in suicide bombing near Pakistan police station

Women, child among dead in suicide bombing near Pakistan police station

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Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

How US–Israeli war on Iran cripples global food supply

How US–Israeli war on Iran cripples global food supply

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

'Fundamentally illegitimate': Rohingya group slams ex-junta leader's rise to Myanmar presidency

The ARNC says the Min Aung Hlaing was responsible for atrocities against the Rohingya, citing mass killings and forced displacement in the 2016–2017 crackdown.

'Fundamentally illegitimate': Rohingya group slams ex-junta leader's rise to Myanmar presidency

'Fundamentally illegitimate': Rohingya group slams ex-junta leader's rise to Myanmar presidency

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'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

It has once again become clear that the United States, the United Kingdom and other European states feel no remorse for their historical role in the global slave trade, nor intend to apologise for it.

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

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Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

It has once again become clear that the United States, the United Kingdom and other European states feel no remorse for their historical role in the global slave trade, nor intend to apologise for it.

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

By Prof. Burhanettin Duran

Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

Erdogan hosts Zelenskyy, urges talks to end Russia-Ukraine war

Turkish leader expressed the country's determination to boost bilateral trade with Ukraine, noting that Ankara will continue taking necessary steps toward that goal.

Erdogan hosts Zelenskyy, urges talks to end Russia-Ukraine war

Erdogan hosts Zelenskyy, urges talks to end Russia-Ukraine war

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‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume has confirmed that the company is engaging with defence companies, Rafael being one of them.

Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume has confirmed that the company is engaging with defence companies, Rafael being one of them.

Volkswagen's Israel deal mirrors its darkest chapter with Nazi Germany

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Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume has confirmed that the company is engaging with defence companies, Rafael being one of them. / TRT World

Meeting of college of EU commissioners in Brussels

Meeting of college of EU commissioners in Brussels

Greece faces widening EU subsidy fraud probe targeting MPs

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European Commissioners Michael McGrath and Henna Virkkunen arrive in Brussels amid widening EU probe into alleged Greek agricultural subsidy fraud. / Reuters

Pakistan's strategic location necessitates a strong naval force to protect national interests, an official says.

Pakistan's strategic location necessitates a strong naval force to protect national interests, an official says.

Pakistan Navy inducts another Turkish-built MILGEM corvette into its fleet: official

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Pakistan's strategic location necessitates a strong naval force to protect national interests, an official says. / Reuters

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At least five dead in gas lighter factory fire near Bangladesh capital

Firefighters recovered five bodies by the evening and they couldn't immediately be identified.

At least five dead in gas lighter factory fire near Bangladesh capital

At least five dead in gas lighter factory fire near Bangladesh capital

Casualties mount as floods sweep across Afghanistan, Pakistan for two weeks

At least 121 people have been killed across both countries as two weeks of floods sweep the region, destroying homes, crops and infrastructure.

Casualties mount as floods sweep across Afghanistan, Pakistan for two weeks

Casualties mount as floods sweep across Afghanistan, Pakistan for two weeks

Russia drone strike on market in Ukraine kills five, wounds 19

A Russian drone strike on a busy market in eastern Ukraine killed five civilians, including three women, and injured 19 as fighting escalates and diplomatic efforts remain stalled.

Russia drone strike on market in Ukraine kills five, wounds 19

Russia drone strike on market in Ukraine kills five, wounds 19

Ukraine's Zelenskyy arrives in Istanbul for security talks with Turkish President

Kiev has been pushing for a truce over the Orthodox Easter holidays that would include a halt in attacks on energy infrastructure.

Ukraine's Zelenskyy arrives in Istanbul for security talks with Turkish President

Ukraine's Zelenskyy arrives in Istanbul for security talks with Turkish President

Who controls the Strait of Hormuz? Iran’s toll plan could reshape global maritime order

Who controls the Strait of Hormuz? Iran’s toll plan could reshape global maritime order

Who controls the Strait of Hormuz? Iran’s toll plan could reshape global maritime order

As Iran cites wartime conditions to justify a potential toll system in the Strait of Hormuz, experts say a major test of maritime law and the global order is unfolding.

Myanmar's former military junta chief elected president by parliament

Myanmar's former military junta chief elected president by parliament

Myanmar's former military junta chief elected president by parliament

Trump orders new tariffs on pharmaceutical products, metals

Trump orders new tariffs on pharmaceutical products, metals

Trump orders new tariffs on pharmaceutical products, metals

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Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

Israel has displaced 6 million people in the Middle East

How US–Israeli war on Iran cripples global food supply

How US–Israeli war on Iran cripples global food supply

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

The transatlantic slave trade, explained

OPINION

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'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

It has once again become clear that the United States, the United Kingdom and other European states feel no remorse for their historical role in the global slave trade, nor intend to apologise for it.

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

By Prof. Burhanettin Duran

Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

It has once again become clear that the United States, the United Kingdom and other European states feel no remorse for their historical role in the global slave trade, nor intend to apologise for it.

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

'A 400-year-old debt': Ghana’s UN move and the dark legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade

Iran war lays bare Asia’s energy risks and fragile Pacific alliances

A numbers game in the sky: Iran’s missile waves are testing defence limits

By Prof. Burhanettin Duran

Beyond the crises: Türkiye is redefining the global narrative

By Ahmed Bin Qasim

My mother Asiya Andrabi was punished for refusing to accept India’s rule over Kashmiris

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‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

‘Chronic dissenters’: Why Türkiye’s growing NATO role is making Israel nervous?

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Western navies are adopting UAV carrier concept from Türkiye’s TCG Anadolu

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

Why Iran-aligned Houthis could not stay out of US-Israeli war against Tehran?

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

How unclear US strategy could turn the Iran war into a dangerous Hormuz escalation

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

New death penalty law shows how Israel targets Palestinians with highly discriminatory legal system

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From Vietnam to Iran, here's how many times US has threatened 'Stone Age' destruction

From Vietnam to Iran, here's how many times US has threatened 'Stone Age' destruction

From Vietnam to Iran, here's how many times US has threatened 'Stone Age' destruction

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Israel launches air strikes on Lebanon's capital as war continues

Israel's army claims to have targeted "Hezbollah infrastructure" in the attacks.

Syria slams killing of civilian by Israel in Quneitra as 'violation of international law'

Syria's Foreign Ministry urges the international community to assume its legal and humanitarian responsibilities and take immediate measures to stop these repeated violations."

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to open Strait of Hormuz soon — report

The intelligence finding suggests Iran could continue to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to pressure President Trump to end the war.

MSF warns Israeli blockade pushes Gaza medical supplies to critical shortage

MSF warns Israeli blockade pushes Gaza medical supplies to critical shortage

MSF warns Israeli blockade pushes Gaza medical supplies to critical shortage

Dr Randa Abu El-Khair Masoud, a medical adviser with MSF, says that medical needs in Gaza are massive, but not enough aid is entering due to Israel's blockade.

Iranian engineers mourn their tallest bridge, destroyed in US air strike

French-Palestinian MEP Rima Hassan slams 'judicial harassment'

US urges citizens to leave Lebanon, citing 'volatile' security situation

Deadly earthquake jolts Afghanistan, tremors felt in Pakistan

WHO raises alarm over US-Israeli attacks on Iranian health facilities

Israel launches air strikes on Lebanon's capital as war continues

Israel's army claims to have targeted "Hezbollah infrastructure" in the attacks.

Syria slams killing of civilian by Israel in Quneitra as 'violation of international law'

Syria's Foreign Ministry urges the international community to assume its legal and humanitarian responsibilities and take immediate measures to stop these repeated violations."

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to open Strait of Hormuz soon — report

The intelligence finding suggests Iran could continue to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed to pressure President Trump to end the war.

Iranian engineers mourn their tallest bridge, destroyed in US air strike

French-Palestinian MEP Rima Hassan slams 'judicial harassment'

US urges citizens to leave Lebanon, citing 'volatile' security situation

Deadly earthquake jolts Afghanistan, tremors felt in Pakistan

WHO raises alarm over US-Israeli attacks on Iranian health facilities

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Did India just withdraw from Iran’s Chabahar Port under US pressure?

Did India just withdraw from Iran’s Chabahar Port under US pressure?

Did India just withdraw from Iran’s Chabahar Port under US pressure?

Trump's 'spiritual adviser' faces backlash after comparing him to Jesus Christ

Trump's 'spiritual adviser' faces backlash after comparing him to Jesus Christ

Trump's 'spiritual adviser' faces backlash after comparing him to Jesus Christ

UN Security Council condemns Israeli attacks on UNIFIL in Lebanon

UN Security Council condemns Israeli attacks on UNIFIL in Lebanon

UN Security Council condemns Israeli attacks on UNIFIL in Lebanon

Trump declares Iran war 'nearing end' in primetime address

Trump declares Iran war 'nearing end' in primetime address

Trump declares Iran war 'nearing end' in primetime address

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Türkiye warns Middle East war could spread further across region, calls for diplomacy

Türkiye warns Middle East war could spread further across region, calls for diplomacy

Türkiye warns Middle East war could spread further across region, calls for diplomacy

Iraq begins trucking crude through Syria as Hormuz disruption hits exports

Iraq begins trucking crude through Syria as Hormuz disruption hits exports

Iraq begins trucking crude through Syria as Hormuz disruption hits exports

UK, Syria leaders stress 'viable plan' needed to reopen Strait of Hormuz

UK, Syria leaders stress 'viable plan' needed to reopen Strait of Hormuz

UK, Syria leaders stress 'viable plan' needed to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Türkiye arrests fugitive spy at Syria-Lebanon border over espionage charges

Türkiye arrests fugitive spy at Syria-Lebanon border over espionage charges

Türkiye arrests fugitive spy at Syria-Lebanon border over espionage charges

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Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Iran war, energy fears

Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Iran war, energy fears

Italy's Meloni visits Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE amid Iran war, energy fears

Emirates Global Aluminium projects year‑long recovery to full production after attack

Emirates Global Aluminium projects year‑long recovery to full production after attack

Emirates Global Aluminium projects year‑long recovery to full production after attack

Erdogan to Putin: Türkiye opposes attacks on Iran, Black Sea instability

Erdogan to Putin: Türkiye opposes attacks on Iran, Black Sea instability

Erdogan to Putin: Türkiye opposes attacks on Iran, Black Sea instability

Macron warns against opening 'Pandora's box' on Iran, mulls peaceful means to open Hormuz

Macron warns against opening 'Pandora's box' on Iran, mulls peaceful means to open Hormuz

Macron warns against opening 'Pandora's box' on Iran, mulls peaceful means to open Hormuz

Iran's 70% steel production capacity destroyed, Israel claims

Iran's 70% steel production capacity destroyed, Israel claims

Iran's 70% steel production capacity destroyed, Israel claims

Submission deadline for 17th TRT International Documentary Awards extended

Submission deadline for 17th TRT International Documentary Awards extended

Submission deadline for 17th TRT International Documentary Awards extended

White House seeks record $1.5 T defence budget in wake of Iran war

White House seeks record $1.5 T defence budget in wake of Iran war

White House seeks record $1.5 T defence budget in wake of Iran war

Trump renews claim US could seize Strait of Hormuz given more time

Trump renews claim US could seize Strait of Hormuz given more time

Trump renews claim US could seize Strait of Hormuz given more time

Frontline situation best for Ukraine in 10 months: Zelenskyy

Frontline situation best for Ukraine in 10 months: Zelenskyy

Frontline situation best for Ukraine in 10 months: Zelenskyy

UK deploys air defence system to Kuwait to counter drone threats

UK deploys air defence system to Kuwait to counter drone threats

UK deploys air defence system to Kuwait to counter drone threats

African Union throws weight behind China-Pakistan Middle East peace push

African Union throws weight behind China-Pakistan Middle East peace push

African Union throws weight behind China-Pakistan Middle East peace push

Iran's former top diplomat urges country to 'use its upper hand' to strike deal with US

Iran's former top diplomat urges country to 'use its upper hand' to strike deal with US

Iran's former top diplomat urges country to 'use its upper hand' to strike deal with US

China joins growing voices criticising Israel's death penalty law that targets Palestinians

China joins growing voices criticising Israel's death penalty law that targets Palestinians

China joins growing voices criticising Israel's death penalty law that targets Palestinians

Here's how Pete Hegseth sent a seismic shock across US military as war with Iran rages on

Here's how Pete Hegseth sent a seismic shock across US military as war with Iran rages on

Here's how Pete Hegseth sent a seismic shock across US military as war with Iran rages on

Overnight drone attacks hit Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain amid war in Mideast

Overnight drone attacks hit Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain amid war in Mideast

Overnight drone attacks hit Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain amid war in Mideast