Iran to declare ‘restricted’ maritime zone beyond Strait of Hormuz

Iran will declare a new “restricted” maritime zone outside the Strait of Hormuz in the coming days, the country’s top national security official said Sunday, warning that any vessel entering the area would be placed on a sanctions list.

Major global oil companies commit not to operate in the Malvinas, Falkland Islands without Argentina's permission

SLB, the world's largest oilfield services company, announced that it will not participate in any activities in the Malvinas Islands without authorization from the Argentine government, according to the company's official statement.

Accusations regarding Leipzig UAV incident incite ‘real war’ — Russian FM

The accusations against Russia in connection with the UAV incident at Leipzig/Halle Airport are "essentially the beginning of a real war," Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated in an interview with Vesti.

Iran parliament speaker warns US of ‘faster, heavier’ response to any new attack

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf warned the US on Sunday that any new attack on Iran’s interests or security would draw a “faster, heavier and more painful” response.

Trump’s approval rating hits a record low ahead of the US midterm elections

 There are less than two months left until the US midterm elections in November. According to a nationwide poll conducted by Focaldata, only 33% of registered voters approve of Trump’s performance as president.

German voters head to polls as far-right AfD party eyes historic state win

Voters in the eastern German state of Saxony-Anhalt will head to closely watched polls on Sunday that could see the Alternative for Germany (AfD) become the first far-right party to take power at a state level since World War II.