Category: INTERNATIONAL

US-Iran Peace Deal Hangs by a Thread as Israel Keeps Bombing Beirut

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Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei speaking on X about US-Iran peace deal conditions and Israel's attacks on Beirut, Lebanon July 26, 2026

Iran’s Supreme Leader has drawn a clear line in the sand: no peace with America until Israel stops hitting Lebanon. The current status of the Iran America war just got more complicated  and here is everything you need to know right now. What Happened Today  Khamenei’s Statement on the US-Iran Peace Deal Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei stated on Sunday, July 26, that any peace deal between Tehran and Washington is directly tied to Israel stopping its attacks on Lebanon. He made the statement in a post on X. Iran,…

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US Attacks Iran Today: Breaking News, Live Updates and What Comes Next

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US military aircraft conducts airstrike over Iran during the 2026 US-Iran war

The United States paused its attacks on Iran for a second straight day Sunday, and Tehran confirmed it had done the same, as diplomats rushed behind the scenes to revive ceasefire negotiations. This pause in US attacks on Iran today marks the first back-to-back halt in strikes after nearly two weeks of intense military escalation between the two countries. The world is watching closely to see if this break in violence becomes a real off-ramp or just a brief pause before more fighting begins. Background: How the Iran War Began…

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Naqeebullah Mehsud Case: Son Files Affidavit as Rao Anwar Acquittal Appeal Continues

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Naqeebullah Mehsud case hearing as son files affidavit in appeal against Rao Anwar's acquittal.

The long-running legal battle over the killing of Naqeebullah Mehsud has taken a new turn, with the victim’s son submitting an affidavit before the Sindh High Court as part of ongoing appeals against the acquittal of former police officer Rao Anwar. The development keeps one of Pakistan’s most closely watched police encounter cases active more than eight years after Naqeebullah’s death. Background Naqeebullah Mehsud, also known by his birth name Naseemullah, was a 27-year-old shopkeeper from South Waziristan who had gained a following on social media as an aspiring model.…

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Chinese AI Models Gain Popularity in US as Affordable Alternatives to OpenAI and Anthropic

Nadeem Ali

HONG KONG: Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) companies are rapidly expanding their global presence as businesses and technology professionals in the United States increasingly adopt their advanced, lower-cost AI models for everyday tasks. The growing popularity of Chinese AI platforms highlights intensifying competition in the global artificial intelligence industry, where affordability and performance are becoming key factors for users and enterprises alike. One notable adopter is Raffi Krikorian, Chief Technology Officer at Mozilla, the organization behind the Firefox web browser. Krikorian said he switched to Moonshot AI’s Kimi K3 shortly after…

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Spain Wildfires Force 75,000 Evacuations as PM Pedro Sanchez Warns of Difficult Hours Ahead

Nadeem Ali

MADRID: Spain continues to battle one of its most severe wildfire emergencies in recent years, with approximately 75,000 residents displaced as massive blazes rage around Madrid and parts of eastern Spain. Although authorities reported encouraging progress overnight, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez cautioned that the country still faces “difficult hours” before the fires are fully contained. Speaking during a visit to the fire-hit province of Avila on Sunday, Sanchez praised firefighters and emergency responders for making significant gains overnight but stressed that changing weather conditions could quickly reverse those improvements. “Difficult…

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Rev. Shahid M. Paul Meets U.S. Senator James Lankford

Mian Iftikhar Ahmad

Rev. Shahid M. Paul Holds Key Meeting with U.S. Senator James Lankford Detailed discussions on human rights, interfaith harmony, religious freedom, establishment of new churches, leadership development, and strengthening cooperation Oklahoma (Mian Iftikhar Ahmad) : Rev. Shahid M. Paul is currently on a visit to the United States, where he is actively engaging with prominent religious, social, and political leaders to strengthen mutual relations and promote interfaith harmony at the international level. During his visit, he held a special meeting with U.S. Senator James Lankford, a Southern Baptist minister, Republican…

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France and Spain Wildfires Force 200,000 People to Flee as Emergency Declared

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Wildfires raging across France and Spain as firefighters battle flames and thousands of residents evacuate under emergency orders.

Wildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 200,000 people from their homes and holiday resorts, prompting Spain to declare a national emergency and France to call in military support. The France and Spain wildfires have burned tens of thousands of hectares in just days, fueled by an intense heatwave gripping much of Western Europe. Background Wild fires France and Spain have become an almost annual summer event, but this year’s outbreak stands out for its scale and speed. Spain’s environment ministry recorded 29 major forest fires so far…

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Born Too Soon: Gaza’s Premature Babies Are Fighting for Survival

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Premature babies receiving critical care in a Gaza hospital neonatal unit during the humanitarian crisis.

Doctors across Gaza are reporting a sharp rise in premature births, with UNICEF warning that roughly one in five newborns now needs intensive neonatal or thermal care. Maternal malnutrition, displacement, and the collapse of prenatal health services have combined to put babies in Gaza at extraordinary risk before they even take their first breath. Background Gaza UNICEF officials have been sounding the alarm on newborn health since the war began in October 2023, but the crisis has deepened rather than eased. Maternal malnutrition, prolonged psychological stress, and declining prenatal care…

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UN Chief Antonio Guterres Arrives in Syria on Historic First Visit Since Civil War

Nadeem Ali

DAMASCUS: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Syria on Saturday for a landmark three-day visit, becoming the first UN chief to travel to the country since before the outbreak of Syria’s devastating civil war more than a decade ago. The visit marks a significant diplomatic milestone as the United Nations seeks to reinforce its support for Syria’s political transition following the change in leadership that ended the rule of former President Bashar al-Assad. According to Syria’s state news agency SANA, Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani welcomed Guterres and the accompanying…

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U.S. Denies Passports Over Unpaid Child Support

Asim Siddiqui

U.S. State Department Begins Crackdown on Parents Who Fail to Pay Child Support By Asim Siddiqui | Washington, D.C. The U.S. government has launched a renewed enforcement effort against parents who fail to meet their child support obligations, with the U.S. Department of State taking steps to deny or revoke passports for individuals who owe substantial amounts in unpaid child support. According to reports, enforcement actions have initially targeted approximately 2,700 parents with significant child support arrears. Under current federal law, individuals who owe $2,500 or more in past-due child…

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