Trump says Iran’s Mojtaba Khamenei not seen after strike – Latest on Middle East crisis
President Trump called on countries to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Starmer said the UK is working with allies to restore naviga...
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Friday that Israel has resumed combat operations in Gaza “with full force,” following the collapse of a temporary ceasefire. Speaking in Tel Aviv, he warned that the latest wave of airstrikes was “just the beginning” of renewed military action.
“We have made incredible achievements up until today,” Netanyahu said, addressing the Israeli public. “Together, we are changing the face of the Middle East.” He insisted that Israel remains committed to achieving its war goals, including the release of all hostages held by Hamas.
The overnight strikes marked Israel’s first major offensive in Gaza since the ceasefire began in January. Netanyahu claimed that Israel had made repeated efforts to extend the ceasefire and negotiate a hostage release through diplomatic talks in Doha and Cairo but accused Hamas of rejecting proposals “every time.”
Netanyahu also expressed strong support for U.S. actions against Iran, stating that he highly appreciates "our American friends" in their response. “There's one thing I'm certain of—we will beat them, and we can overcome them,” he said, adding that Israel’s military campaign was far from over.
The Israeli military has not provided details on the scale of the strikes, but local reports suggest multiple areas in Gaza were targeted. With fighting now intensifying, efforts for a renewed ceasefire appear increasingly uncertain.
Iran says it is open to talks with countries seeking safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz - disrupted by recent attacks - as Israel continues to launch wide‑scale strikes on Iranian infrastructure in the west. This live report tracks the latest developments.
President Trump called on countries to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while Starmer said the UK is working with allies to restore navigation and stabilise oil markets. It comes as a strike near Iraq’s western border killed several Hashed al-Shaabi fighters, raising regional tensions.
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Top U.S. and Chinese economic officials launched a new round of talks in Paris on Sunday (15 March) to resolve issues in their trade truce. The discussions aim to smooth the way for U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping at the end of March.
Senior officials from the United States and China met in Paris this week for a new round of trade talks, as the world’s two largest economies attempt to manage their economic rivalry and avoid further tensions.
Court documents released on Monday (16 March) revealed that the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has asked a U.S. judge to dismiss President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation suit over a 2024 documentary, arguing his re-election proves the edited 2021 speech did not harm his reputation.
Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea on Friday (13 March), according to Poland’s Operational Command.
Russia has imposed a fine of 35 million roubles (around $432,366) on the messaging platform Telegram for failing to remove content deemed illegal by the authorities, according to the Interfax news agency.
Madagascar's president, Michael Randrianirina announced the appointment of anti-corruption chief Mamitiana Rajaonarison as prime minister, six days after dismissing the previous premier along with the entire cabinet.
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