Lebanon at ‘Tipping Point’ as It Seeks to Disarm Hezbollah
The country is waiting to see if the government seizes on this moment to disarm the Iranian-backed armed group and how the militants will respond.
Month: March 2026
Leak from secret UK meeting about US attacks on Iran a travesty, says Lammy
Justice secretary calls for inquiry into reports of cabinet splits at national security council over use of British basesMiddle East crisis – live updatesDavid Lammy has said it is an “absolute travesty” that details were leaked from a top secret natio…
Nadim Houry: Middle East being overrun by ‘madmen’ showing total disregard for international law
As civilians in southern Beirut are ordered to evacuate, ahead of an Israeli offensive, François Picard is pleased to welcome Nadim Houry, Executive Director of the Arab Reform Initiative (ARI). The Spotlight interview aired just prior to French Presi…
Middle East war: Fuel prices surge in France amid margin concerns
Motorists in Lille and across northern France have seen petrol and diesel prices jump sharply in recent days, with some stations reporting increases of up to 20 cents per litre. The sudden rise has prompted scrutiny from the government, with the econo…
Why Trump Ordered Op Fury: Inside US-Israel Strike That Killed Khamenei
Iran showed little urgency to reach a deal with the United States, and that forced America’s hand to launch a war on Tehran, US President Donald Trump has claimed.
UK: Crufts opens in Birmingham with more than 20,000 dogs
Crufts opens in Birmingham with more than 20,000 dogs and record overseas entries, as handlers compete for the coveted Best in Show title.
Airspace closure continues: Qatar Airways extends flight suspension
Qatar Airways has halted flights due to airspace closure, urging passengers to await official confirmation before heading to the airport. Operations will resume once authorities declare the airspace safe. Passengers will receive updates on March 7, 202…
Foreign Office Qatar advice as ‘shelter in place’ March 6
Thousands stuck in Qatar are waiting for the latest Foreign Office update. The conflict has caused ‘significant security risks’ and travel disruption.
NSW coroner ‘very troubled’ by health policy change after Stolen Generations member dies in custody
Yuin man Gregory Merriman did not have a chronic health screening before suffering a fatal heart attack in Silverwater prison in 2022Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA NSW coroner who investigated the death in custody of a mem…
Pyxis Tankers ready to act ‘aggressively’ on fleet expansion with $100m war chest
Greek company has increased time charter coverage this year amid geopolitical risk