World News
Ukraine’s offensive against Russia causes petrol panic across Central Asia
24 August 2026War-induced shortages set off cross-border fuel runs and deepen energy problems for Russia’s allies.
Dutch public broadcaster to boycott ‘no longer’ neutral Eurovision
24 August 2026AVROTROS says escalating international conflicts are undermining the event’s neutrality and fuelling divisions. ...
E1 settlement: Why Netanyahu, Israel’s right might not mind global outrage
24 August 2026The settlement threatens Palestinian statehood. But it could help Israel’s PM, other far-right leaders before elec...
‘Barrel bomb mufti’ Ahmad Hassoun handed life sentence in Syria trial
24 August 2026The religious figure faced various charges including inciting violence and providing legitimacy for the al-Assad regime....
How much more are you spending on petrol since the war in Iran began?
24 August 2026At least 145 countries have reported increases in petrol prices since the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel began. ...
Pakistan’s army chief Munir returns to Iran: Can he break US war deadlock?
24 August 2026Pakistan says it can offer a channel between Tehran and Washington, but analysts differ over how much influence it has. ...
