World News
Get the latest international news, features and analysis from Africa, the Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, South Asia from The Epoch Times
World News | LATEST STORIES
Trump Says He’s ‘Disappointed’ by Starmer for Blocking Use of Diego Garcia for Iran Strikes
The Chagos Islands, a British overseas territory, remains a crucial strategic hub for U.S. operations across several regions.
|
Shipping Companies Begin Diverting Vessels Away From Middle East
Insurance companies are terminating war risk coverage for vessels in the region.
|
Oil Prices Increase as Middle East Conflict Threatens Strait of Hormuz Flows
Brent crude neared $80 as Israel and the US signaled a prolonged campaign against Iran, fuelling fears of Hormuz disruptions that could drive oil toward $100.
|
Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Says She Will Return to Venezuela in Coming Weeks
Maria Corina Machado praised U.S. President Donald Trump for his ‘vision and courage,’ having ‘brought Nicolás Maduro before international justice.’
|
Senate Censures One Nation’s Hanson for Saying ‘No Good Muslims’ in TV Slip-Up
The motion passed 36–17.
|
Kuwaitis Mistakenly Shoot Down 3 US Jets, Crews Survived
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense earlier said it was liaising with U.S. forces regarding the circumstances leading to Monday’s friendly fire incident.
|
More US Troops Heading to Middle East, Gen. Caine Says Amid Widening Conflict
US death toll rises to four. Israel responded to Hezbollah fire as Iran widened targets in the Gulf region, including on a Saudi oil refinery.
|
Drone Crashes at British RAF Base in Cyprus, Cypriot President Says
RAF Akrotiri serves as a key hub for UK military operations in the Middle East.
|
Australian Opposition Moves Motion Commending US-Israel Strikes on Iran
Government splits vote and rejects “congratulations” clause as Greens brand major parties “war parties.”
|
UN Nuclear Agency Warns of Possible Radiological Release Risk Amid Iran Strikes
International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi addressed an emergency meeting of the organization in Vienna, Austria, on Mar. 2.
|
Trump Vows Vengeance for US Military Deaths
‘Our resolve and likewise that of Israel has never been stronger,’ Trump said.
|
China Conducts Patrol in South China Sea, Accuses Philippines of Disturbing Regional Peace
The spokesperson’s rhetoric reflects the CCP’s political considerations, including the possibility of a war in the region, analysts said.
|
Israel Retaliates After Hezbollah Launches Midnight Attack From Lebanon
The Israeli military urged Lebanese residents in more than 50 villages to evacuate their homes ahead of a wider second round of attacks.
|
Hundreds Rally in Sydney Amid US-Israel Strikes on Iran, Death of Ayatollah
One attendee thanked U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
|
Former Labor Minister Calls for Debate on Islam’s Role in Democracies
Gary Johns also said taxpayers should not support multiculturalism, and that visa conditions should consider anti-Semitism.
|
WA Terror Suspect Allegedly Plans Extremist Attacks in Manifesto
According to a notebook seized by police, among the man’s targets were several mosques, WA Police headquarters and the state’s parliament.
|
Trump Says Attacks on Iran Could Last 4 to 5 Weeks
When asked about who he would like to see lead Iran, Trump said he has some candidates in mind.
|
New Locations Sought for Aussie Beef Due to China Levy
A RaboResearch analyst said Southeast Asia may be the best destination for Australia’s additional beef production.
|
Trump Says He’s ‘Disappointed’ by Starmer for Blocking Use of Diego Garcia for Iran Strikes
The Chagos Islands, a British overseas territory, remains a crucial strategic hub for U.S. operations across several regions.
|
Shipping Companies Begin Diverting Vessels Away From Middle East
Insurance companies are terminating war risk coverage for vessels in the region.
|
Oil Prices Increase as Middle East Conflict Threatens Strait of Hormuz Flows
Brent crude neared $80 as Israel and the US signaled a prolonged campaign against Iran, fuelling fears of Hormuz disruptions that could drive oil toward $100.
|
Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Says She Will Return to Venezuela in Coming Weeks
Maria Corina Machado praised U.S. President Donald Trump for his ‘vision and courage,’ having ‘brought Nicolás Maduro before international justice.’
|
Senate Censures One Nation’s Hanson for Saying ‘No Good Muslims’ in TV Slip-Up
The motion passed 36–17.
|
Kuwaitis Mistakenly Shoot Down 3 US Jets, Crews Survived
The Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense earlier said it was liaising with U.S. forces regarding the circumstances leading to Monday’s friendly fire incident.
|
More US Troops Heading to Middle East, Gen. Caine Says Amid Widening Conflict
US death toll rises to four. Israel responded to Hezbollah fire as Iran widened targets in the Gulf region, including on a Saudi oil refinery.
|
Drone Crashes at British RAF Base in Cyprus, Cypriot President Says
RAF Akrotiri serves as a key hub for UK military operations in the Middle East.
|
Australian Opposition Moves Motion Commending US-Israel Strikes on Iran
Government splits vote and rejects “congratulations” clause as Greens brand major parties “war parties.”
|
UN Nuclear Agency Warns of Possible Radiological Release Risk Amid Iran Strikes
International Atomic Energy Agency Director General Rafael Grossi addressed an emergency meeting of the organization in Vienna, Austria, on Mar. 2.
|
Trump Vows Vengeance for US Military Deaths
‘Our resolve and likewise that of Israel has never been stronger,’ Trump said.
|
China Conducts Patrol in South China Sea, Accuses Philippines of Disturbing Regional Peace
The spokesperson’s rhetoric reflects the CCP’s political considerations, including the possibility of a war in the region, analysts said.
|
Israel Retaliates After Hezbollah Launches Midnight Attack From Lebanon
The Israeli military urged Lebanese residents in more than 50 villages to evacuate their homes ahead of a wider second round of attacks.
|
Hundreds Rally in Sydney Amid US-Israel Strikes on Iran, Death of Ayatollah
One attendee thanked U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
|
Former Labor Minister Calls for Debate on Islam’s Role in Democracies
Gary Johns also said taxpayers should not support multiculturalism, and that visa conditions should consider anti-Semitism.
|
WA Terror Suspect Allegedly Plans Extremist Attacks in Manifesto
According to a notebook seized by police, among the man’s targets were several mosques, WA Police headquarters and the state’s parliament.
|
Trump Says Attacks on Iran Could Last 4 to 5 Weeks
When asked about who he would like to see lead Iran, Trump said he has some candidates in mind.
|
New Locations Sought for Aussie Beef Due to China Levy
A RaboResearch analyst said Southeast Asia may be the best destination for Australia’s additional beef production.
|