Kharg Island is about 25 km off the coast of Iran. Its proximity to the Strait of Hormuz, makes it a strategic port for 90 per cent of Iran's exports
Iranian media also reported that the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen might also join the ongoing fight against the US and Israeli forces to help Tehran take control of the Bab al-Mandeb
A California man has been sentenced to more than six years in jail for breaking into a woman's home and assaulting her by sucking her toes.
Araghchi also indicated that vessels linked to countries seen as adversaries or those involved in the ongoing conflict would not be allowed passage.
The reports of lay-off surfaced just hours after Meta disclosed a new stock option programme for six top executives.
Iran's bombing of the US bases in the region in retaliation for the US-Israeli war has forced many American troops to relocate to hotels and office spaces throughout the region, NYT reported quoting military personnel and American officials.
In the short term, China enjoys a clear arbitrage. It burns cheap oil bought in the past while rivals scramble for expensive spot cargoes.
Arielle Konig recounted a terrifying birthday hike where she says her husband tried to kill her by pushing her toward a cliff edge and beating her with a rock.
The war in the Middle East began when the US and Israel conducted strikes on Iran, killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and other senior leaders.
Iran has also claimed responsibility for damaging a US F-35 stealth fighter, which made an emergency landing at an American base in the Middle East after sustaining suspected fire during a mission over Iranian airspace.
Iran has dismissed an American plan to pause the war, issuing its own counterproposal instead, as it launched more attacks on Israel and Gulf Arab countries.
The layoffs will affect employees both in the US and other international markets, according to a person familiar with the matter.
At the White House, Melania Trump greeted a US-built humanoid robot during the Fostering the Future Together Summit.
Media reports have claimed that Iranian negotiators have refused to sit down with Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, or Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, who led the nuclear negotiations with Iran before the war.
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A candidate from a party pushing to fast-track Greenland's independence will soon represent the island in the Danish parliament.
Iran state television Press TV cited an unidentified official as saying Tehran had "responded negatively" to the plan and that the war would only end on Tehran's terms.
A comparison of NASA's Black Marble nighttime satellite imagery reveals a large part of the country going dark on March 22, compared with the same date last year.
Swiss Islamic scholar Tariq Ramadan was sentenced on Wednesday to 18 years in prison by a Paris criminal court for the rape of three women.
"The Strait of Hormuz, from our perspective, is not completely closed -- it is closed only to enemies," Araghchi said on state TV.
Senegal hope to overturn CAF's decision to crown Morocco champions after a walkout by Senegalese players in the final.
All 30 owners voted to explore the two city bids, according to ESPN, with the 2028-29 season the entry point.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the country is working to expand its 'buffer zone' from Lebanon.
Brent crude tops $104 a barrel as hopes fade for deescalation in US-Israel war on Iran.
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said any talks with Iran must aim to end the war.
Videos show scenes of rocket interceptions in the sky over central Israel.
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduce bill to pause AI rollout amid growing backlash to technology.
Russia’s foreign ministry has accused the US and Israel of trying to spark a nuclear disaster after a strike at Bushehr.
Australia's Home Affairs Department said decision to ban Iranian visitors amid the war was in the 'national interest'.
A Los Angeles jury has found Alphabet's Google and Meta liable for $6 million in a landmark social media addiction case.
Malaysia's government plans to slash the number of foreign workers to encourage local hiring and raise incomes.
Ross Harrison says public talk of diplomacy between the US and Iran is hiding hardline positions.
Iran's parliament speaker issues threat as US administration talks peace while committing more troops to conflict.
Donald Trump said Iran is negotiating with the US but is “afraid to say it”.
The first woman to lead the Church of England formally installed at ceremony before 2,000 guests.
Iranian official describes US's 15-point plan as 'maximalist' as state television outlines five conditions for peace.
The march comes as a court in the US suggests there may be a secret deportation agreement between the US and Mexico.
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said Cairo is ready to host talks on Iran to support de-escalation.
“No negotiations have taken place.” Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi says Tehran is not in talks with the US.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum praises services from Cuban doctors, who often work in underserved rural areas.
Videos show the moment a strike hit a tent camp for displaced Palestinians in Deir el-Balah.
Settler attacks, aid curbs and land seizures mar a week that was meant to be one of celebration for Palestinians.
Cabbage farmers in the Philippines are harvesting their crops at a loss as prices plunge and fuel costs soar.
Defeated finalists last season, Barcelona have now gone 25 games unbeaten with latest win against fierce rivals.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Rajasthan Royals both sold within hours for two separate record-breaking deals.