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Iran Executes Man Accused of Selling Intelligence to Israel

Iran Executes Man Accused of Selling Intelligence to Israel

“Ehsan Afreshteh, a spy trained by Mossad in Nepal who sold sensitive information to Israel, has been executed,” it was announced on Wednesday.

May 13, 2026
Von Der Leyen: EU Considering Children’s “Social Media Delay”

Von Der Leyen: EU Considering Children’s “Social Media Delay”

The European Commission president has tasked an expert panel to report by July on protecting minors online, including a possible ban on children’s social media access.

May 12, 2026
Trump Announces Talks With “Failed Country” Cuba

Trump Announces Talks With “Failed Country” Cuba

White House declaration follows a promise to start “taking over” Cuba almost immediately.

May 12, 2026
France Arrests Tunisian Suspect for Alleged Jihadist Attack Plot

France Arrests Tunisian Suspect for Alleged Jihadist Attack Plot

A 27-year-old Tunisian national was taken into custody on May 7th as part of a terror investigation.

May 12, 2026
Trump Signals Openness to Discussing Taiwan Arms Sales Ahead of Xi Meeting

Trump Signals Openness to Discussing Taiwan Arms Sales Ahead of Xi Meeting

While Sino-U.S. talks are expected to focus heavily on trade, regional tensions are never far away.

May 12, 2026
“Extreme Cruelty” Documented During Hamas Attack on October 7th, New Report Says

“Extreme Cruelty” Documented During Hamas Attack on October 7th, New Report Says

The report says abuse was often carried out in ways designed to intensify fear and humiliation.

May 12, 2026
EU Agrees New Sanctions Against Israeli Settlers

EU Agrees New Sanctions Against Israeli Settlers

Israel’s foreign minister said the country “has stood, stands, and will continue to stand” for Jewish settlement in the heart of its own homeland.

May 11, 2026
Spain, Ireland and Slovenia Boycott Eurovision Over Israel Participation

Spain, Ireland and Slovenia Boycott Eurovision Over Israel Participation

Only 35 countries are taking part in this year’s Eurovision, marking the smallest lineup since the contest expanded in 2004.

May 11, 2026
EU Could Restore Syria Ties—Without Clarity on  Migrant Returns

EU Could Restore Syria Ties—Without Clarity on  Migrant Returns

Brussels foreign ministers agreed to reopen the suspended framework prior to scheduled talks with the Syrian interim foreign minister.

May 11, 2026
Trump Calls Iran Peace Terms “Totally Unacceptable”

Trump Calls Iran Peace Terms “Totally Unacceptable”

Tehran on Sunday responded to Washington’s latest peace plan, warning it would not hesitate to retaliate against any new U.S. strikes.

May 11, 2026
Middle East: Trump Says Iran “Will Be Laughing No Longer,” Tehran Threatens UK, France

Middle East: Trump Says Iran “Will Be Laughing No Longer,” Tehran Threatens UK, France

Trump did not mention the response Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his country received from Iran regarding Washington’s peace proposals.

May 10, 2026
Lecornu: One of Five French Hantavirus Evacuees Has Symptoms

Lecornu: One of Five French Hantavirus Evacuees Has Symptoms

The French PM said he would issue a decree in the evening on Sunday authorising the appropriate isolation measures to be put in place to protect the public.

May 10, 2026