A helicopter belonging to Saudi Aramco crashed in Ras Tanura, eastern Saudi Arabia, on Sunday, killing all 14 people on board. Saudi state media confirmed the deaths, while authorities said the cause of the crash remains unknown. An investigation has been launched involving the relevant agencies to determine what led to the accident. The crash occurred near Ras Tanura, home to one of the world's largest oil export terminals. Officials have not indicated any impact on oil production or export operations. Saudi Aramco has not released further details about the victims or the helicopter's mission. (PC: X)

The United States carried out fresh airstrikes on multiple Iranian military targets for the second consecutive day after accusing Tehran of attacking another oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. According to the US military, the strikes targeted surveillance systems, air defence sites, drone storage facilities and communication infrastructure. US President Donald Trump warned that Iran would "no longer exist" if Washington was forced to resume full-scale military action. Iran responded with a warning that US military bases in the Gulf would "experience hell" in the coming days. The renewed confrontation has raised fears of a wider conflict across the Middle East despite ongoing ceasefire efforts. (PC: NDTV)

Two photographs of Palestinian journalist Mujahid Bani Mufleh taken before and after his detention in Israel have drawn international attention. The Palestinian Prisoner Society (PPS) alleged that Mufleh was held without charge under Israel's administrative detention policy for six months and suffered abuse and medical neglect while in custody. The group said he experienced a severe brain haemorrhage after his release and has since undergone multiple brain surgeries. Israel has previously rejected allegations of systematic abuse in its detention facilities, saying prisoners are treated according to Israeli law and complaints of misconduct are investigated. (PC: X)

The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified after Tehran launched missile and drone attacks on US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain in response to fresh American strikes on Iranian targets. Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned that US bases in the region would face "hell" if attacks continued and accused Washington of violating the ceasefire. The US said its strikes targeted Iranian military facilities after a drone attack on a commercial tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump warned that Iran could "cease to exist" if forced to escalate military action, raising fears of a wider regional conflict. (PC: India Today)

The United States and Iran exchanged fresh military strikes on Saturday, with both countries accusing each other of violating their recent ceasefire agreement. The US said it struck 10 Iranian military targets after a drone attack damaged a Panama-flagged oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran denied responsibility and retaliated by launching missiles and drones at US-linked military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain. US officials reported no American casualties. The latest escalation has raised fears over security in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route, and threatens to derail recent diplomatic efforts. (PC: BBC)

A fragile ceasefire between the United States, Israel, and Iran remained in place despite lingering regional tensions. US President Donald Trump claimed recent American strikes had significantly weakened Iran's nuclear programme, while Iran maintained its right to continue peaceful nuclear activities. Diplomatic efforts intensified as regional leaders called for restraint to prevent further escalation. Concerns over the Strait of Hormuz and global oil supplies persisted, although crude prices stabilized amid hopes of lasting peace. Security agencies across the Middle East remained on high alert, with analysts warning that the ceasefire remains vulnerable despite ongoing diplomatic engagement. (PC: X)

Air raid sirens echoed across Bahrain as authorities urged residents to seek shelter following heightened tensions linked to the escalating US-Iran conflict. The warning came after renewed US military strikes on Iranian targets and reports of attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of a broader regional confrontation. Bahrain activated emergency protocols while neighboring Gulf nations, including Kuwait, increased security measures. Governments continue to monitor the situation closely as concerns grow over possible retaliatory actions, disruption to global energy supplies, and the risk of further military escalation across the strategically vital Middle East. (PC: AFP)

The United States launched a second round of airstrikes on Iranian military targets after a Panama-flagged oil tanker was reportedly attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. According to US Central Command, the strikes targeted missile and drone storage sites, radar installations, air defense systems, and surveillance infrastructure. President Donald Trump accused Iran of violating a fragile ceasefire, warning that Tehran “will never learn” and threatening stronger military action if attacks continue. The renewed escalation has heightened tensions across the Middle East, with security alerts issued in Kuwait and Bahrain amid fears of a wider regional conflict. (PC: NDTV)

At least 4 people were killed after militants attacked a Pakistan Rangers headquarters in Karachi on Saturday. The assault began with a powerful explosion, followed by heavy gunfire near the Gulistan-e-Jauhar area. Security forces quickly surrounded the site and exchanged fire with the attackers. Police said at least 3 militants were also killed during the operation. Roads around the area were sealed while rescue teams and bomb disposal squads searched the scene. Sindh Inspector General Javed Alam Odho said the situation was brought under control. Authorities have launched an investigation, while early reports suggest it may have been a suicide attack. (PC: The Indian Express)

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has climbed to 1,430, while more than 3,200 people have been injured and around 3,100 left homeless, authorities said on Saturday. Rescue teams from several countries have joined local emergency workers in searching for survivors in the hardest-hit areas, including La Guaira and parts of Caracas. Hundreds of aftershocks have complicated rescue efforts, with many residents still trapped under collapsed buildings. The government has deployed thousands of security personnel and aid workers as power is gradually restored and humanitarian assistance continues to reach affected communities. (PC: X)