Iran Tests Shahid Soleimani-Class Missile Corvettes in Strait of Hormuz Drills
New missile launches highlight Tehran’s evolving naval strategy and focus on sea-denial tactics in a key global energy chokepoint
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Uzbekistan, U.S. Launch Project to Develop Nationwide Fuel Station Network
Joint initiative aims to build up to 100 gas stations and modernize roadside infrastructure across Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan, U.S. Agree to Launch Joint Investment Platform
New initiative aims to boost infrastructure financing, energy projects, and technology cooperation between Tashkent and Washington
Uzbekistan Bets on Critical Minerals as U.S. Partnership Deepens
New U.S. partnership could unlock investment in rare earths and lithium — but puts Tashkent at the center of geopolitical competition
US-Iran Nuclear Talks in Geneva End without Breakthrough
Second round of Oman-mediated negotiations closes with no agreement, but Iran signals readiness for prolonged talks while the US seeks wider commitments
Anthropic Raises $30Bn, More Than Doubles Valuation to $380Bn
Claude chatbot developer targets break-even by 2028 as investors double down on artificial intelligence growth
Instagram Chief Testifies in Landmark Social Media Trial Over Teen Harm Claims
Bellwether case against Meta and YouTube could shape thousands of lawsuits over the impact of social media on young users
Trump Denounces But Refuses to Apologise for Obama Ape Video
The post drew criticism from Democrats and some Republicans
U.S. Senators Call for Pentagon Review of SpaceX Over Alleged Chinese Investment
SpaceX plays a critical role in U.S. national security
Uzbekistan and U.S. Agree to Cooperate on Critical and Rare Earth Minerals
The agreement was signed during the Ministerial Meeting on Critical Minerals
Trump and Colombia’s Petro Strike Conciliatory Tone in First White House Meeting
Former rivals strike a conciliatory tone as U.S. and Colombia signal a reset in relations and joint action against narcotics trade
FSB Warns of Growing Risks in $16 trillion Government Bond Repo Market
Global watchdog flags growing hedge fund leverage and reliance on short-term funding
U.S. Special Envoy Sergio Gor Visits Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
Gor is set to attend the B5+1 Business Forum
U.S. Halts Immigrant Visa Processing for 75 Countries
Venezuela’s Acting President Says Country Has “Had Enough” of U.S. Orders
Delcy Rodriguez rejects Washington’s pressure as Caracas addresses oil policy and prisoner releases
Activists Say Iran Protest Death Toll Tops 5K as Internet Blackout and U.S. Tensions Intensify
Activists warn real number of victims may be higher as arrests grow and Washington issues military warnings
Oscar 2026 Nominations Announced as Sinners Leads and Best Picture Race Takes Shape
Venezuelan Power Brokers Secretly Pledged Cooperation With US Before Maduro’s Capture
Backchannel talks involving Delcy and Jorge Rodríguez aimed to ensure stability following Maduro’s removal
Uzbekistan Receives 44 Citizens Deported From U.S.
Charter flight arrived in Uzbekistan after three stops
EU Parliament Suspends U.S. Trade Deal Over Trump’s Greenland Tariff Threat
Brussels signals tougher stance as European lawmakers warn of retaliation and anti-coercion measures
Up to Four Trump–Xi Meetings Expected in 2026 as U.S.–China Ties Stabilise
Planned visits and global summits signal cautious détente despite ongoing trade and strategic rivalry
Universal Music Group Renews Licensing Pact with China’s NetEase
This collaboration builds upon a previous arrangement established in 2020
U.S. Catholic Cardinals Urge Trump Administration to Follow Moral Compass in Foreign Policy
The three cardinals cited Venezuela, Greenland and Ukraine in their statement — saying they "raised basic questions about the use of military force and the meaning of peace". Photo: AP
China Hits 2025 Growth Target on Exports but Economic Slowdown Raises Concerns
Strong trade offsets weak consumer demand as quarterly growth falls to its slowest pace since 2022