How does the current global oil crisis compare with the 1973 oil embargo?
EXPLAINER How does the current global oil crisis compare with the 1973 oil embargo? The 1973 oil embargo removed 4.5 million barrels per day from global supply. Today, the closure…
Lebanon declares Iranian ambassador persona non grata amid Israeli attacks
DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, Lebanon declares Iranian ambassador persona non grata amid Israeli attacks Lebanese Foreign Ministry summons envoy to Iran, citing breaches of diplomatic protocol by Tehran. Save Lebanon has…
Australia and EU seal trade deal to cut reliance on China’s rare earths
News Australia and EU seal trade deal to cut reliance on China’s rare earths EU’s Von der Leyen says critical minerals partnership is ‘crucial’ as China dominates supply chains. Save…
Israeli forces blow up mosque minaret in southern Lebanon
Video shows Israeli forces blowing up a mosque’s minaret in Khiam in southern Lebanon.
Are Middle East attacks pushing Asia towards an energy crisis?
Counting the Cost Are Middle East attacks pushing Asia towards an energy crisis? Energy facilities in the Middle East are under attack, including Qatar’s LNG, pushing prices higher. In a…
Israel kills two in Beirut as it intensifies attacks across Lebanon
Israel kills two in Beirut as it intensifies attacks across Lebanon Israel steps up attacks across Lebanon as more than a million people are displaced due to the conflict. Save…
Hong Kong grants police power to demand phone and computer passwords
News Hong Kong grants police power to demand phone and computer passwords The new provisions allow police to seize items with ‘seditious intention’, bypassing judicial authorisations. Save A woman holds…
McCullum to continue as England’s all-format cricket head coach
McCullum to continue as England’s all-format cricket head coach Brendon McCullum, Ben Stokes and Rob Key will keep their positions despite recent Ashes drubbing and T20 World Cup exit. Save…
Drone footage shows aftermath of Iranian missile attack in Tel Aviv
Drone footage shows extensive damage to a multi-storey residential building in Tel Aviv after a wave of Iranian attacks.
Iran says no talks with US, calls Trump statements a ‘bluff’
Iranian officials have dismissed statements by Trump as a ‘bluff’, denying any direct or indirect talks with the US.