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Iran Brings In Iraqi Militia To Crack Down On Protesters Amid US Threats

Foreign militia, in the guise of Shia pilgrims, are reportedly entering Iran to help crush the nationwide unrest against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei's regime.

Published on: 15.01.2026 10:40
Opinion: Opinion | Air Bases To Ships, This Is How Iran May Really Respond If Trump Strikes

To understand why the Gulf is so nervous, it is worth spelling out what Iran is pointing at. The US maintains a dense military presence across the region. That is what may come under Iranian fire.

Published on: 15.01.2026 10:32
'More Positions Than Kama Sutra': UK PM Mocks Tories On Policy U-Turn

His remark came in defence of his government against criticism over repeated U-turns on mandatory digital ID cards for workers in Britain.

Published on: 15.01.2026 10:22
US Redeploying South China Sea Carrier To Middle East Amid Tensions With Iran

The US it is redeploying a carrier strike group from the South China Sea to the US Central Command (CENTCOM) area of responsibility, which includes the Middle East. The development comes amid the rising tensions between US and Iran.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:45
When Boston Was Shocked By Deadly Molasses Flood On This Day In 1919

Over 106 years ago, Boston's North End faced one of the most bizarre and tragic disasters in history. On January 15, 1919, a storage tank holding 2.3 million US gallons of molasses suddenly burst, claiming 21 lives and injuring around 150 people.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:39
Would Trump Meet Zelensky At World Economic Forum In Davos? What He Said

US President Donald Trump said that Ukraine - not Russia - is holding up a potential peace deal, rhetoric that stands in marked contrast to that of European allies, who have consistently argued Moscow has little interest in ending its war in Ukraine.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:20
Russia Expels UK Diplomat Accused Of Being Undercover Spy

Russia on Thursday said it was expelling a United Kingdom diplomat whom it accused of being an undercover spy. The Russian foreign ministry said it had summoned Britain's charge d'affaires in this matter.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:11
What Is Savak? A Look At Iran's Dreaded Shah-Era Secret Police Amid Protests

Weeks of nationwide anti-government protests in Iran against the ever-deepening economic crisis, which has shown no signs of improvement in years, have brought renewed focus on the nation's pre-revolution history, notably Savak.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:58
Iran Says Protester Erfan Soltani Not On Death Row Amid Trump's Threats

Erfan Soltani, a 26-year-old Iranian man arrested during the anti-government protests in Karaj near the capital, Tehran, has not been sentenced to death, according to state media.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:43
Wikipedia Turns 25, A Look At The Journey Of Largest Online Info Resource

Wikipedia, the world's largest online information resource, turned 25 on Thursday, marking a quarter century of making trustworthy, human-powered knowledge accessible worldwide.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:42
How America's Weight-Loss Revolution Could Supercharge Earnings Of Airlines

A 10% reduction in average passenger weight could lead to a 2% decrease in total aircraft weight, resulting in fuel cost savings of up to 1.5%.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:41
Delhi-Bound IndiGo Flight Escapes Iran Airspace Just Minutes Before Closure

A Delhi-bound IndiGo flight narrowly escaped the Iranian airspace before Tehran suddenly shut its airspace amid the spiralling unrest in the country.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:15
Bomb Inside Recorder To Suicide Bombing: Assassination Attempts On Khamenei

Iran's intelligence ministry states that foreign countries, including Israel and the US, are trying to weaken their country by plotting an attack on Khamenei, according to The Times of Israel.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:56
Left Iran At 9, Found Dead In London Hotel At 31: The Tragic Story Of Princess Leila Pahlavi

Princess Leila Pahlavi was the youngest daughter of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:52
Opinion: Opinion | All Talk, No Take-Off: The Reality Of Pakistan's JF-17 Hype

Pakistan's politically charged statements about its JF-17 jets make little sense given how the source-based discussions and expressions of interest it is boasting of are not cemented in finalised agreements.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:44
Exclusive: Ex-Trump Ally Calls His Greenland Threats "Disastrous For US"

John Bolton said that Donald Trump's rhetoric on Greenland risks damaging NATO unity and US credibility, even as he downplayed the likelihood of actual military action.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:34
Trump's 'Department of War' Name Change Could Cost $125 Million

President Donald Trump's move to revive the name "Department of War" could cost anywhere from a few million dollars to more than $125 million, depending on how aggressively the Pentagon tries to carry out the change.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:20
Why Regime Change In Iran Could Hurt India, But Benefit Pakistan, China

As Iran's clerical leadership struggles to contain protests fuelled by economic hardship and political fatigue, India is watching events unfold with quiet unease.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:06
"Can Men Get Pregnant?" Indian-American Doctor Asked During Abortion Hearing

The tense discussion came during the HELP Committee hearing titled "Protecting Women: Exposing the Dangers of Chemical Abortion Drugs," at the Dirksen Senate Office Building.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:02
"Which Way, Greenland Man?" White House Posts Controversial Graphic

The graphic features two sledge dog teams with the Greenland flag, faced with a fork in the road.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:00

News from Arabic Countries

ICE officer shoots Venezuelan immigrant in Minneapolis: What we know

ICE-related shooting in Minnesota occurred one week after Renee Nicole Good was shot dead by federal officer.

Published on: 15.01.2026 11:06
Who is Nickolay Mladenov, the diplomat tasked with ‘disarming Gaza’?

Ex-UN envoy to lead the Israeli-decimated Palestinian enclave's "Board of Peace" as phase two talks begin.

Published on: 15.01.2026 11:01
Lebanese fear US has given green light for Israeli escalation

Israel has attacked south Lebanon dozens of times recently, as locals fear a renewed military escalation.

Published on: 15.01.2026 10:46
EU-Latin America trade deal: Who wins?

The EU and the Mercosur trading bloc of five Latin American nations seal a sweeping trade pact.

Published on: 15.01.2026 10:35
Was Nicolas Maduro ‘flooding’ the US with fentanyl, as White House claims?

Trump administration's claim that abducted Venezuelan leader is behind gangs sending drugs to US do not stack up.

Published on: 15.01.2026 10:27
Protests after man shot during US federal raid in Minneapolis

Protests erupted in Minneapolis after a federal immigration agent shot a Venezuelan man in the leg after a traffic stop.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:46
Construction firm in spotlight after deadly Thailand crane collapses

Dashcam video captured the moment a crane collapsed in Thailand, killing two people.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:33
Japan, Philippines sign new defence pacts amid surging China tensions

One deal allows the tax-free provision of ammunition, fuel and other supplies when their forces stage joint training.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:18
Russia unlikely to risk ‘reputation failure’ by intervening in Iran unrest

A former Russian diplomat and analysts decode Moscow's muted response to protests and political tension.

Published on: 15.01.2026 09:12
Bangladesh’s Muhammad Yunus Era

How Bangladesh’s interim government has fared in steering the country to this point?

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:49
Trump suspends immigrant visas for 75 countries: Who’s affected?

The suspension will take effect on January 21 but does not apply to visitors or short-term visa holders.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:49
Musk’s Grok to bar users from generating sexual images of real people

The billionaire's platform has been inundated with Grok-produced sexualised images, including of children.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:47
Five US lawmakers investigated over warning troops about illegal orders

Five US legislators say they are under investigation by the Department of Justice over a video released in November.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:26
Wary of Israeli appropriation, Palestine lists 14 sites with UNESCO

Palestinian Authority submits files for Gaza’s Old City and West Bank landmarks to UNESCO World Heritage list.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:03
Morocco and Senegal celebrate advancing to the AFCON final showdown

Senegal will now face host nation Morocco in the final, following Morocco's penalty shootout triumph over Nigeria.

Published on: 15.01.2026 08:02
Another crane collapses in Thailand, killing two, after 32 die previous day

Thursday's incident outside Bangkok follows a crane collapse the day before that killed dozens in the northeast.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:44
Fans celebrate as AFCON hosts Morocco reach final

Africa Cup of Nations hosts Morocco secured their place in the final with a 4–2 penalty shootout victory over Nigeria.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:33
Astronauts splash down on Earth after first-ever ISS medical evacuation

Four astronauts end their mission early so that a crew member can receive medical treatment.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:30
Gaza plan phase two: US to discuss Hamas disarmament, Israeli withdrawal

The second phase of the ceasefire deal includes naming a panel of Palestinian technocrats to lead post-war Gaza.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:18
Syrian army tells civilians to evacuate new front with SDF east of Aleppo

A 'humanitarian zone' is expected to remain open on Thursday, allowing residents to leave Deir Hafer and Maskana.

Published on: 15.01.2026 07:04
Trump says ‘we’ve been told killing has stopped’ in Iran

A day after warning of ‘serious consequences,’ Trump said he had been told the killing of protesters in Iran had stopped

Published on: 15.01.2026 06:57
Australian writers’ festival apologises to Palestinian author after boycott

Randa Abdel-Fattah said she accepts the board's apology and will consider invitation to participate in 2027 event.

Published on: 15.01.2026 06:51
Australian Open tennis 2026: Key dates, draw, top seeds, prize money

Who are the favourites? Will there be another Sincaraz final? Will Djokovic play? Al Jazeera has the answers.

Published on: 15.01.2026 06:25
India shuts Kashmir medical college – after Muslims earned most admissions

Hindu groups insisted that Muslims shouldn't benefit from institutions funded by Hindu charity.

Published on: 15.01.2026 06:12
‘I hope they show humanity’: Greenlanders fear Trump’s desire for minerals

US President Donald Trump says he wants to buy Greenland from Denmark and is not taking ‘no’ for an answer. 

Published on: 15.01.2026 05:46