‘Hands off’ Strait of Hormuz: Iran says foreign intervention will ‘only complicate issues’

June 30, 2026
International
World

‘Hands off’ Strait of Hormuz: Iran says foreign intervention will ‘only complicate issues’

Iran on Monday asserted that it remains fully capable of safeguarding the Strait of Hormuz, saying there is no need for foreign intervention in the strategic waterway, while dismissing reports of imminent direct talks with the United States.Speaking at his weekly press briefing, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran was “fully aware of […]

September 2, 2025
International

‘A list of references’: JK Rowling attacks Chris Columbus; he said her views complicate reunion

JK Rowling, Chris Columbus (AP file photos) JK Rowling has responded after filmmaker Chris Columbus said a Harry Potter reunion may never happen because of Rowling’s views on gender and trans rights.Taking to social media, Rowling posted a lengthy note, pushing back against criticism from actors and colleagues who have distanced themselves from her. Mock […]