Middle East


Iran's IRGC Quds Force head Qaani visits Baghdad, meets Shi'ite political, militia leaders - report

IRGC Quds Force chief Esmail Qaani pictured in Tehran, Iran, February 17, 2026; illustrative.

Iran says US broke ceasefire after firing on vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Ships and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam, Oman, April 18, 2026.

IDF confirms image of soldier smashing Jesus statue in southern Lebanon is authentic

This X/Twitter screenshot shows an alleged incident where an IDF soldier is seen smashing a statue of Jesus in southern Lebanon on April 19, 2026.