Algeria Severs Diplomatic Ties With UAE as Regional Tensions Escalate
by Amelia Clark
September 11, 2026
Algeria has severed diplomatic ties with the UAE after accusing Abu Dhabi of repeated hostile actions, deepening a regional divide shaped by disputes over Western Sahara, Israel and influence in the Sahel.
Strait of Hormuz Oil Flows: Why US Claims and Shipping Data Do Not Match
by Amelia Clark
September 4, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz oil flows remain at the center of a growing dispute between Washington and Tehran. US officials report dozens of vessels and millions of barrels moving through the waterway, while commercial shipping trackers record far fewer crossings. Here's why the numbers differ and what the uncertainty means for global energy markets.
Trump Claims Strait of Hormuz Mines Cleared as Iran Tensions Escalate
by Amelia Clark
August 27, 2026
Trump says US forces have removed or destroyed mines from the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran intensify. The strategic waterway remains central to global energy security, diplomacy and the wider Middle East conflict.
Israeli Army Opens Criminal Investigation Into Killing Of Hind Rajab In Gaza
by Amelia Clark
August 20, 2026
The Israeli army has opened a criminal investigation into the killing of Palestinian child Hind Rajab in Gaza, more than two years after her death drew international attention. The case centers on the attack on her family's vehicle, her desperate calls for rescue and the deaths of two paramedics who attempted to reach her.
Afghan Child Malnutrition Crisis Deepens as Healthcare Funding Falls
by Amelia Clark
August 14, 2026
Afghanistan's child malnutrition crisis is worsening as healthcare facilities close and humanitarian funding declines. Nearly 3.7 million children under five are affected by acute malnutrition, while displacement, drought and limited access to essential services are placing additional pressure on vulnerable families.