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Spain has barred U.S. planes involved in the Iran war from its airspace, signaling a major diplomatic rebuke to Washington. The move reflects growing European criticism of the conflict and its wider fallout.
A French court sentenced the Chinese captain of a suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker to one year in prison for ignoring orders to stop. The case highlights Europe’s tougher push to enforce sanctions at sea.
Air Canada CEO Michael Rousseau will retire later this year after criticism over an English-only condolence message sparked backlash from Canadian leaders. The episode has revived debate over language, identity, and public communication in Canada.
The White House is briefing as the DHS shutdown continues, but TSA workers are set to receive their first paychecks in weeks, offering some relief to strained U.S. airports. The move may help stabilize aviation operations after weeks of disruption.
French authorities say they foiled a bomb attack outside a Paris Bank of America building and are investigating a suspected link to Iran. The case could add to broader European tensions over alleged foreign-linked plots.
The United States has reopened its embassy in Caracas, ending a seven-year closure and signaling a cautious shift in U.S.-Venezuela diplomacy. The move could have implications for regional migration and political coordination across Latin America.
iQiyi has filed confidentially for a proposed Hong Kong listing, potentially worth US$300 million, as Chinese firms continue shifting capital-raising activity closer to home. The move still requires regulatory approval and final company sign-off.
Iran says its ambassador will stay in Beirut despite Lebanon’s expulsion order, deepening a diplomatic clash tied to Hezbollah. The dispute highlights the strain on efforts to curb the group’s influence.
Iranian strikes damaged two major Gulf aluminium smelters, raising fears of a global supply shock. Analysts say the disruption could push more production toward China and lift prices worldwide.
A Filipino farmer said soaring fuel prices tied to the US-Iran conflict wiped out his earnings after a seven-hour trip to sell cabbage. The case shows how global wars can quickly raise local food and transport costs.
Biren Technology and Iluvatar CoreX posted triple-digit revenue growth as China pushes for chip self-sufficiency, but both AI chipmakers remain unprofitable. The results underscore rising demand for domestic alternatives to Nvidia and the scale of China’s semiconductor challenge.
Thieves stole paintings by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse from a private foundation in Italy in a heist that reportedly lasted less than three minutes. The theft adds to growing concern over the security of major cultural works in Europe.
Trump has warned that Iran’s energy infrastructure could be targeted if a ceasefire is not reached soon, escalating pressure amid regional tensions. The threat could also ripple through global oil markets and shipping costs.
Trump said he has “no problem” with a sanctioned Russian tanker delivering relief to Cuba, signaling possible flexibility despite U.S. sanctions. The comment could affect Caribbean diplomacy and regional views of Washington’s Cuba policy.
A city in China will soon be named as one of seven host cities for Project B, a new global basketball league launching in November. The league says most of its debut season will be played in Asia and Europe.
Europe’s aviation regulator is warning that wars in the Middle East and elsewhere are increasing risks to commercial flights and squeezing key global air routes. The disruption could raise costs and reshape long-haul travel and cargo flows.
Land Day marks 50 years since Israeli forces killed six unarmed Palestinians protesting land confiscations in 1976. The anniversary underscores how land remains at the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Asian stocks fell after fresh Middle East escalation pushed oil prices higher, with Brent crude climbing to recent highs. The move highlights how conflict risks can quickly affect global markets and energy costs.
On the 50th anniversary of Land Day, Palestinians are still confronting settlement expansion, land seizures and limits on access to their land. The issue remains central to the wider Israeli-Palestinian conflict and regional diplomacy.
A Canadian activist’s video showing dozens of ships crowded into the Strait of Hormuz highlights the vulnerability of a key global oil shipping route. The congestion serves as a reminder of how quickly maritime bottlenecks can affect energy and trade markets.