
UAE Air Defenses Engage Iranian Missile Swarm
Air defense systems were activated across the Emirates, intercepting a series of Iranian-launched drones as the Middle East war threatens to reignite.

Air defense systems were activated across the Emirates, intercepting a series of Iranian-launched drones as the Middle East war threatens to reignite.

Beijing has stated that all parties must heed the international community’s call to resume safe maritime traffic through the strait.

Tehran deployed combat drones and rockets to challenge the presence of U.S. destroyers aiding commercial transit.

The Iranian military threatened attacks on any U.S. forces entering the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump announced plans to escort ships through the waterway.

Amid harsh persecution and an internet blackout, Iran’s house-church movement continues to grow as believers preach, serve their communities, and face intensified state crackdowns.

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Trump predicted his maritime blockade of Iran could go on for months—prompting oil prices to spike to a four-year high.

Kremlin backs Tehran’s position and points to Western responsibility for stalled negotiations in the region.

Trump said Iran could “come to us, or they can call us,” stressing that Tehran must not obtain a nuclear weapon.

Washington sought to revive stalled negotiations and Tehran insists on indirect talks—ultimately prompting Trump to withdraw his key representatives.