Trump asks allies to protect Strait of Hormuz amid Iran war, but Japan and Australia say they have no plans to send ships, raising concerns about global oil sup

NATO launches major Arctic military drills with 25,000 troops, focusing on how civilians and public services can support defense during a crisis

Deadly floods in Kenya have killed at least 42 people after heavy rains hit Nairobi and other regions, damaging homes, roads, and displacing thousands

Trump’s planned China visit is expected to focus on maintaining stability in US–China relations, with limited chances of major trade or policy breakthroughs

Europe becomes the world’s largest arms importer as countries boost defense spending after the Ukraine war and growing security tensions

Oil prices cross $100 per barrel as the Iran war disrupts supply routes and energy facilities, raising fears of global inflation and economic uncertainty

Trump rejects negotiations with Iran and hints at eliminating its leadership as the Middle East war escalates, raising fears of wider conflict

The Iran war enters its second week as President Trump demands Iran’s unconditional surrender while missile attacks and regional tensions continue

On day eight of the Iran war, US-Israel attacks continue while Iran launches missile and drone strikes, raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict

One week into the Iran war, rising military, political, and economic risks are creating new challenges for the United States and President Trump

The Iran war is adding pressure to a fragile global economy, pushing oil prices higher, shaking markets and raising fears of inflation worldwide

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards challenge Trump to send U.S. Navy escorts for oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz as war tensions disrupt global energy routes