A massive “megatsunami” could wipe out the US East Coast within hours as an unstable island volcano in Spain’s Canary Islands could splinter and fall into the sea, a scientist has warned, according to the New York Post. However, whether such a disaster could occur, and if at all it will, remains an open scientific … Read more
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Israel and the wider Middle East would not exist if he had not stopped Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. His remarks came as his administration considers whether to restart military operations against Tehran and reviews a new Iranian proposal on its nuclear program. Trump claims Israel and … Read more
US diplomatic missions and country-specific US security alert channels issued fresh warnings across the Middle East on November 7. They urged Americans to remain vigilant amid concerns over possible attacks by Iranian-backed Houthi forces and reported Iranian efforts to target US government officials in the region. US security alerts dated November 7 cover 10 Middle … Read more
Oil prices fell more than 4% on Monday, November 2, as hopes of a possible peace deal between the United States and Iran reduced fears of further disruptions to oil supplies from the Middle East. Investors reacted to reports of diplomatic talks between Iranian and Qatari officials aimed at ending the ongoing US-Israeli war on … Read more
US President Donald Trump has claimed that a White House staffer was struck in the chest by a golf ball at Washington’s East Potomac Golf Course, renewing his criticism of the public facility and calling for its immediate closure over safety concerns. Trump shares photos of damaged golf range, alleges White House staffer was hit … Read more
Oil prices fell on Thursday as hopes of renewed peace talks between the United States and Iran eased fears of possible disruptions to global oil supplies. However, tensions in the Middle East continue to create uncertainty over oil production and shipments. Oil prices fall as hopes of renewed US-Iran peace talks ease supply concerns. (Pexel/Representative … Read more
The US is preparing for renewed strikes on Iran after the November midterm elections are over, a report by CNN on October 26 claimed. US President Donald Trump arrives to the stage for a midterm campaign rally at Lubbock Memorial Civic Center in Lubbock, Texas on October 27. (AFP) The report cited two US officials … Read more
Sales of new single-family homes in the US fell 0.6% in September as higher mortgage rates linked to the Middle East conflict made it harder for buyers to afford homes. Sales fell to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 676,000 units in September, the US Census Bureau said on Tuesday. This was lower than the … Read more
Oil prices rose slightly on Tuesday as investors waited for the outcome of diplomatic talks in Tehran, Iran. Renewed attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group on Saudi Arabia also raised concerns about risks to oil supplies. Oil prices rise as Middle East tensions and supply risks keep markets on edge. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel) Brent crude futures … Read more
US intelligence officials have warned that Iran has “substantially increased” efforts to target American diplomats and government personnel. According to an intelligence memo obtained by Axios, some alleged lethal plots have already reached advanced stages. CNN reporter Zachary Cohen also confirmed that the memo is legitimate. A classified intelligence memo shared with Marco Rubio says … Read more