Bangladesh records one of its lowest development spending rates in years, with political transition and governance challenges slowing project execution.
The 142m superyacht Nord, linked to Alexei Mordashov, crossed the Strait of Hormuz despite a U.S. blockade. The transit comes as oil prices surge to $109/barrel due to regional tensions.
Federal prosecutors have charged Cole Tomas Allen, 31, with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump after he opened fire at a security perimeter during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
Iran has unveiled a 3-stage plan to end conflict with the US and Israel. Channeled via Pakistan, it prioritizes a ceasefire and maritime security before addressing the nuclear program.
Iran’s IRGC Navy tested the Sayyad-3G missile from the Shahid Sayyad Shirazi warship. With a 150km range and vertical launch, it creates a new air defense bubble over the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan carries out retaliatory strikes in eastern Afghanistan following a surge in TTP suicide bombings. Tensions peak as Islamabad abandons the "restraint" policy.
President Trump affirms that the U.S.-India interim trade deal remains valid, bypassing the Supreme Court's tariff ruling by switching legal authorities.
Marking the 4th anniversary of the invasion, Russia grapples with 1.2 million casualties and an economy distorted by defense spending, while NATO expands.
As President Trump sets a 10-day deadline, the U.S. deploys F-22s and carrier groups to the Middle East, while Iran threatens retaliatory strikes on regional bases.
