Khamenei funeral pauses US-Iran conflict as fragile peace talks loom
SUNDAY, JULY 05, 2026
The funeral of Iran’s slain former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has created a temporary pause in the US-Iran conflict, as mourners gather in Tehran and negotiators prepare to resume talks on the Strait of Hormuz and frozen Iranian funds.
Trump reports over US$1.4bn in crypto income, raising fresh ethics scrutiny
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
US President Donald Trump reported more than US$1.4 billion in income from family-linked crypto ventures in 2025, highlighting how digital assets have become a major source of wealth during his return to the White House.
Iran declares full control of Strait of Hormuz amid truce row
SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2026
Iran has declared full control of the Strait of Hormuz for 30 days, warning that US strikes or intervention could worsen tensions and jeopardise the ceasefire.
US Senate backs move to end Iran war, piling pressure on Trump
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
The US Senate has passed a War Powers Resolution directing President Donald Trump to halt military action against Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats in a symbolic but significant vote.