US Counterterrorism Chief Joe Kent Resigns Over Iran War, Sparking Political Backlash
U.S. counterterrorism chief steps down in protest against Iran conflict, exposing divisions within the Trump administration and MAGA base
Middle east
Mojtaba Khamenei Airlifted to Russia for Private Treatment
His injuries required specialised hospital care
Middle East Oil Shock Becomes ‘Largest Supply Disruption’ in History, IEA Says
Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz fall by more than 90% as Gulf producers cut output and global markets brace for prolonged disruption
Uzbekistan Repatriates More than 21,700 Citizens from the Middle East
Most Uzbek nationals returned from Saudi Arabia and the UAE as authorities continue staged evacuation operations across the Gulf region
Dubai Warns Influencers of Jail Risk for Posts about Iran Conflict
Authorities in the United Arab Emirates cautioned social media creators in Dubai that sharing content about the war with Iran could violate strict cybercrime laws
NATO Intercepts Iranian Missile Headed Toward Turkey
Air defence systems from NATO destroyed a ballistic missile launched from Iran before it could enter Turkey’s airspace
UAE Intercepts Missiles and Drones in Large-Scale Aerial Attack
The UAE Ministry of Defence said air defence systems intercepted three ballistic missiles and more than 120 drones during a large-scale strike on the United Arab Emirates
Uzbekistan Repatriates Over 4,900 Citizens from Medina and Jeddah
Domestic airlines also evacuated 235 passengers from Dubai
Spain Denies Allowing U.S. to Use Military Bases for Iran Operations
Spain’s foreign minister José Manuel Albares rejected White House claims that Madrid had agreed to support US military operations against Iran
Bank of England May Raise Interest Rates if Iran Conflict Drives Energy Prices Higher
Economists warn the Bank of England could reconsider planned rate cuts if oil and gas prices surge due to tensions involving Iran
Middle East Escalation May Undermine Uzbekistan’s Key Transport Projects
Among the projects at risk is the Trans-Afghan railway
Senior Iranian Leaders Reportedly Killed in U.S.-Israel Strikes: See the List
Reports say defence and IRGC leaders were among those targeted as regional tensions surge
Presidential Adviser on Board of Peace: Uzbekistan Has Vital Interests in Middle East
Kamilov said the council’s aims align with Uzbekistan’s priorities