Born to Kurdish-Persian parents in 1961 near Mashhad, a Shiite pilgrim hub in Iran's northeast, Ghalibaf is an expert in human and political geography, who married Zahra Sadat Moshir in 1982 - their wedding officiated by Khomenei - and has three chil
While Trump is deploying warships and troops to the Middle East, about 59 per cent of Americans say US military action in Iran has been excessive.
While the Middle East isn't Kenya's main export market for flowers, the US-Iran war has disrupted its cargo freight to Europe, leading to huge losses.
In a stern warning to the US forces, Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said that sending troops to the region will not solve what the US and Israeli leadership have botched.
Dubai International Airport has won praise after staff distributed small souvenir packs to departing passengers during recent disruptions, turning emotional goodbyes into moments of comfort and highlighting the city's signature hospitality.
Four weeks into the conflict, Trump appears to have realised that he underestimated Tehran's resilience
A Reuters poll noted that Trump's handling of the cost of living crisis and his war efforts against Iran have led to a nosedive in his approval ratings.
The rescue took place as Storm Therese battered the Canary Islands for a fifth consecutive day.
Jack Cabot, 22, said the passenger next to him injured their face and blood was gushing from their nose.
How Iran prepares successors to successors, with the system being built to withstand the shock of individual losses.
US President Donald Trump threatened to "obliterate" Iran's power plants if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz for shipping traffic.
On the night of March 25, 1971, the Pakistan Army launched Operation Searchlight, a planned military offensive designed to crush Bengali demands for democracy, autonomy and the transfer of power after the Awami League's electoral victory in Pakistan'
Dubai will implement key changes in April 2026, including the removal of OTPs for banking, resumption of in-person classes, return of airline services and the end of a temporary residency rule.
While cooler areas may see fewer deaths, many hotter countries and cities will face rising mortality if no action is taken.
"The container ship SELEN was turned back by the IRGC Navy due to failure to comply with legal protocols and lack of permission to pass through the Strait of Hormuz," IRGC Navy commander Alireza Tangsiri said in a post on X.
A viral video shows a grey squirrel holding a vape, raising concerns over wildlife exposure to litter and nicotine.
The Iranian envoy's remarks came after US President Donald Trump announced a temporary pause on American escalation and called on Tehran to return to the negotiation table.
Trump has described the Gulf as ''an area of only marginal significance to the United States for its oil supplies, but one upon which Japan and others are almost totally dependent.''
Shannon Tufuga has been accused of deliberately searching for the boy before confronting him while he was riding his bicycle
Iran-Israel war: Health experts say exposure to such air can have both short- and long-term consequences.
Emily Gregory's victory in the previously GOP-held district is the latest Democratic upset before November midterms.
Here’s a look at Trump’s war, in his own words.
Kenyan authorities have exhumed 32 bodies, including children and foetuses from a mass grave in the town of Kericho.
‘Prolonged conflict wouldn’t make sense for US midterms’
Al Jazeera explains the Liverpool and Egypt icon's departure from the Premier League and what happens next.
Draw for AFC Asian Champions League Elite quarterfinals sees Tractor FC play Dubai's Shabab Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia.
An envoy from President Trump's Board of Peace says a plan is in place to disarm groups in Gaza.
Spain’s prime minister warned that Israel is using the same tactics in Lebanon as it did in Gaza.
Trump's envoys have sent a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via Pakistan. But Tehran has its own conditions.
Riga said drone that entered its territory may be Ukrainian.
Well-timed trades regarding Iran war news this week lead critics to argue White House may be engaged in insider trading.
Mette Frederiksen could return for a third term as prime minister after tough coalition talks.
Pedro Sanchez has been one of the few leaders in Europe to condemn Israel's war in Lebanon, US-Israeli war on Iran.
UN human rights chief Volker Turk says the war on Iran is spreading across the region, with civilians bearing the brunt.
As such, it requires urgent action.
Police source tells Al Jazeera attack hits positions of the Iran-aligned PMF, which the US has increasingly targeted.
Belarus and North Korea are expected to sign a treaty of friendship as their leaders meet in Pyongyang.
The latest war powers resolution in the US Senate to end US attacks on Iran has failed in a 47-53 vote.
Tehran believes so, and will seek to extract concessions that the US and Gulf nations can't agree to, analysts caution.
Gaza's professionals adapt careers to survive, shifting from arts and business to whatever they can find to make money.
Some 450,000 people without electricity in Belgorod region, while power cut off for 150,000 consumers in Chernihiv.
Iranian officials continue to deny any peace talks, amid reports the US sent the country a ceasefire proposal.
The spokesman for the IRGC has rejected President Trump’s suggestions that talks have been taking place with Iran.
Zolghadr, an ex-IRGC commander, will manage Iran's security amid external US-Israeli pressures and internal unrest.
Iran, Israel, the Gulf faced new missiles and drones. The US has signalled military escalation and openness to a deal.