The government-aligned forces seized the strategic western city after fierce clashes, with air support helping them regain control of positions around the port.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says Tehran is prepared for both military confrontation and diplomacy, while insisting the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until its conditions are met.

Local media say Israeli assessments suggest Ali al-Amoudi survived the pinpoint attack in Gaza City that instead killed five Palestinians, including four women.

The Sovereign Council chief reiterates rejection of negotiations with the paramilitary RSF, pledges to press ahead with military option

Forces entered Kidal after launching large-scale air-ground operations across the northern region alongside Russia’s Africa Corps.

The mapping project is part of efforts to discover underexplored regions and attract investment.