World & Security — Archive
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How Travelers Can Navigate Rising Flight Costs as Iran War Squeezes Jet Fuel Supplies
Jet fuel prices have doubled since late February, prompting airlines to raise fares and reduce routes as the conflict threatens global oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
State Department Cables Show Iran War Is Damaging US Global Security Ties
Diplomatic dispatches describe fallout for American standing in Bahrain, Azerbaijan and Indonesia as conflict continues.
Iran Says Strait of Hormuz Open; RFK Jr. Testifies Again on Health Care Agenda
Trump welcomes Iran's announcement while U.S. blockade remains in place; HHS secretary faces second day of House questioning on vaccines and health policy.
London Police Investigate Discarded Items Near Israeli Embassy
Officers in protective clothing searched the Kensington Gardens area after a video posted online claimed drones would attack with dangerous substances.
Mamdani Slams Iran War, Echoes Tupac: 'We Always Have Money for war and Not to Feed the Poor'
Progressive commentator criticizes potential military action against Iran on Meet the Press, drawing on hip-hop lyrics to frame spending debate.
Turkish Grad Student Who Co-Authored Anti-Israel Op-Ed at Tufts Self-Deports After Legal Battle With DHS
Rumeysa Ozturk, whose F-1 visa was revoked after co-authoring a 2024 opinion piece critical of Israel, returned to Turkey following months of legal proceedings.
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Takes Hold, 6-Point Agreement Details Released
The temporary ceasefire began at 5 p.m. EDT Thursday with provisions for Israel's self-defense and Lebanese action against Hezbollah.
Hasan Piker Faces Backlash After Saying Hamas Is a Thousand Times Better Than Israel
The progressive commentator's remarks, made during a livestream, have drawn criticism from pro-Israel groups and some Democrats.
Pope Leo's Attitude Toward Iran Draws Attention
The Vatican's position on Iran's nuclear program and regional influence under Pope Leo XIV has become a point of discussion in diplomatic circles.
South African Politician Julius Malema Sentenced to 5 Years for Firing Rifle Shots at Rally
The EFF leader's conviction stems from a 2018 incident where he fired rifle shots during a party rally in South Africa.