Link to article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-iran-power-plants-civilian-war-crimes-88b8ca1bc8e5cc8adabaf6c34e93e597 This article reports that Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran’s power plants and bridges, warning that such actions could occur if Iran does not meet U.S. demands during the ongoing conflict. The statement has drawn significant concern from legal and military experts, who argue that such widespread attacks on civilian infrastructure could potentially constitute war crimes… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/article/un-iran-us-strait-hormuz-bahrain-resolution-640e644b57df5c762ed9c57ef87b0427 This article reports that the United Nations Security Council is preparing to vote on a revised resolution proposed by Bahrain aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global shipping route. The original proposal included authorization for military force to ensure safe navigation, but due to opposition from key powers such as Russia, China, and… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-israel-trump-lebanon-april-7-2026-421ee64fdc9a5c26460df8119c7d1b3f This article reports that Donald Trump issued a stark warning that a “whole civilization will die tonight” if Iran does not agree to a deal before a set deadline. The United States demanded that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil route, or face major military strikes targeting infrastructure such as bridges and… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-20-2026 The AP News live coverage reports that U.S. President Donald Trump signaled he may “wind down” the military operation in the Middle East, even as the United States continues to send more troops and warships to the region. This statement comes nearly three weeks into an escalating war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Despite… Read more »
breaking news updates Trump says he is considering ‘winding down’ Middle East military operation Link to article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-20-2026 This article article reports that Donald Trump claimed the United States is in talks with Iran to end the ongoing war, suggesting there is a strong possibility of reaching a deal soon. Trump stated that U.S. envoys had been communicating with a… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/live/iran-war-israel-trump-03-23-2026 This article describes the ongoing war between Iran, Israel, and the United States, which began after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran in late February 2026. As of March 23, the conflict continues to escalate with ongoing airstrikes, missile attacks, and troop deployments across the Middle East. Iran has launched missiles and drones targeting Israel and… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/article/india-canada-modi-carney-trade-tariffs-diversify-83ee6bc8498e8c185b39b09b01dc55c7 Mark Carney arrived in India to rebuild and strengthen diplomatic and economic relations with Narendra Modi. The visit marks an effort to diversify Canada’s trade partnerships, especially away from heavy reliance on the United States, and expand economic cooperation in trade, investment, energy, technology, and critical minerals. Carney’s trip is part of a broader diplomatic strategy… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/article/pakistan-afghanistan-fighting-background-a23c22bd981170679735bd295220bb49 Fighting between Pakistan and Afghanistan has escalated into what Pakistan’s defense minister called an “open war,” marking the most serious armed confrontation between the two neighbors in years. Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif stated that violence has intensified since a Qatari-mediated ceasefire in October broke down, with tensions building over cross-border attacks. In recent days,… Read more »
Link to article: https://apnews.com/article/pakistan-protesters-attacked-us-consulate-karachi-iran-a3cc0c3c6f126cc54a657f61d312a203 On March 1st, violent protests erupted across Pakistan after hundreds of demonstrators attempted to storm the U.S. Consulate in Karachi. The unrest followed a U.S. and Israeli strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, sparking anger among many Pakistani Shiite protesters. Demonstrations took place in Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore, and Gilgit-Baltistan, where crowds fought… Read more »
