Israel-Iran tensions drive global oil prices higher
Ongoing missile exchanges between Israel and Iran in the Middle East have continued to drive up global oil prices. According to Reuters, international oil prices rose again on Tuesday (June 17).
VB Desk, International
VB Desk, International
Iran-Israel clashes continue for fifth day, three more killed
Even on the fifth day of the conflict, Israel continues its attacks on Iran. From Tuesday morning (June 17) until now, Iran’s defense forces (IDF) have reported that three people have been killed and four injured in the Israeli attacks.
21 Muslim countries condemn Israeli attack on Iran
Tensions in the Middle East have grown, and 21 Muslim countries, including Egypt—a key US ally—have strongly condemned Israel's attack on Iran. They have called for an immediate end to the conflict, a peaceful solution, and urgent measures to stop the spread of nuclear weapons.
Trump calls for a ‘real end’ to Iran nuclear issue amid Israel-Iran conflict
US President Donald Trump expressed his desire for a “real end” to the nuclear dispute with Iran and suggested that senior American officials might be sent to meet with the Islamic Republic as the Israel-Iran air conflict entered its fifth day.
Israel claims to kill top Iranian military commander in Tehran strike
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the elimination of Major General Ali Shadmani, head of the Khatam-al Anbiya (Air Defense Force) Central Headquarters and Iran’s War-Time Chief of Staff.
UN presses Bangladesh on political freedoms and electoral inclusion
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has expressed concern over recent legal provisions in Bangladesh that allow for the banning of political parties and associated activities. Speaking at the opening of the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Monday, Türk called for greater political inclusivity in the country.
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