Taliban Security

Opposition supporters clashed with security forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo on June 15, 2026, protesting government plans to amend the constitution that critics argue would allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term in office. The violence reflects deep political divisions over...

Britain's defence secretary and defence minister resigned from Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government, according to France 24, citing insufficient military spending and inadequate commitment to protecting Britain against the threat of Russian attack.

Russia and the Taliban signed an agreement in June 2026 to repair Soviet-era weapons remaining in Afghanistan, according to DW News reporting. The arrangement is part of a broader regional competition involving Pakistan and China, DW News reports.

Saudi Arabia is actively recalibrating its regional alliances and defense posture in response to escalating conflict involving Iran, according to a DW News analysis featuring Megan Sutcliffe, principal analyst for the Middle East and Africa at Sibylline. Sutcliffe explains that Riyadh's strategy involves managing competing...

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned, according to WION, that Iran will face severe economic consequences for attacks on Persian Gulf allies, including asset freezes and offset of strait tolls. Bessent characterized Iran's actions as a losing strategy that will deepen the country's financial isolation....

Cybersecurity researcher Nisarga Adhikary, who responsibly disclosed vulnerabilities in India's CBSE On-Screen Marking portal, has been appointed as an OSINT and Threat Intelligence Engineer at IIT Kanpur's C3iHub, according to WION. WION reports the appointment is being seen as a milestone for India's cybersecurity ecosystem,...

The Philippines lodged a diplomatic protest after detecting a mysterious floating structure inside the disputed Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, urging Beijing to remove the platform and cease any activity resembling island-building. Manila's move reflects escalating tensions over Chinese expansion in one of...

Cybersecurity researcher Nisarga Adhikary, who responsibly disclosed vulnerabilities in India's Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) On-Screen Marking portal, has been appointed as an OSINT and Threat Intelligence Engineer at IIT Kanpur's C3iHub, according to WION. The appointment is being described by WION as a...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off today with Mexico facing South Africa, marking the first tournament to feature 48 teams competing across North America, according to DW News. Record-high ticket prices and US border security concerns have generated friction around the event, while protests...

According to WION, US Central Command forces struck and disabled the Iranian oil tanker M/T Jalveer in the Gulf of Oman on June 11, 2026. The incident took place amid reported US-Iran tensions in a corridor that WION describes as carrying roughly one-third of global...

According to WION, three vessels carrying Indian seafarers were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz within four days in June 2026. The first, the Marivex, saw all 24 Indian crew members safely rescued by Oman. The second, the MT Settebello, turned deadly with three Indian...

Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton, speaking in an Al Jazeera English segment, argues that Trump faces conflicting pressures on Iran policy: elevated global oil prices reduce the economic feasibility of military action, while ongoing Iran tensions continue to push energy costs higher. According...

According to Arirang News, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung held summit talks with European Union leaders at EU headquarters in Brussels on June 11, 2026 — reported as the first such visit by a Korean president to EU headquarters. The two sides agreed to expand...

Pakistan conducted airstrikes across three Afghan provinces on June 11, 2026, according to Taliban statements. The Taliban reported 13 civilian deaths in the strikes; Pakistan claimed the attacks killed 26 militants. According to DW News, the strikes end a month-long pause in a conflict that...

ProPublica reporter Hannah Allam spent six months tracking the public statements of Sebastian Gorka, who holds a senior national security role in the White House, to examine how the Trump administration is reorienting counterterrorism priorities. According to ProPublica, the investigation draws on Gorka's documented public...

Canadian High Commissioner Christopher Cooter told WION that Canada-India bilateral ties have reached their strongest point, describing a "180 turn" from the previous year's diplomatic rupture. According to Cooter, the two nations are advancing cooperation in energy and security sectors. The rapprochement represents a significant...

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung met with Belgium's leadership on June 10, 2026, for diplomatic cooperation discussions as part of a broader European Union engagement tour. The visit includes scheduled meetings with other EU leaders, marking a significant diplomatic initiative by Seoul. South Korea's engagement...

According to Al Jazeera journalist Ali Hashem, interviewed on The Take podcast, the Israel-Iran ceasefire agreement is nominally holding, but bombing and civilian fear persist in Lebanon. Per the report, Lebanese civilians continue experiencing active conflict despite the formal ceasefire framework. The story matters globally...

Senegal's national football team underwent metal detector screening on the tarmac at a US airport ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with viral video and photos sparking claims on social media that players were treated as criminals. The incident has generated significant backlash online,...

Iranian state media reported explosions in several cities on June 10, 2026, including Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Minab, and parts of Tehran, with initial reports remaining unconfirmed regarding origin and cause. Al Jazeera's correspondent Mohamed Vall reported live from Tehran as the situation developed. The incidents...