Us Iran Conflict 2026: ‘Spare the sermons’: Iran slams EU over Hormuz stance, calls ‘international law’ remarks ‘peak hypocrisy’

[ad_1] File photo: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei Iran on Sunday sharply criticised the European Union over its position on transit rules in the Strait of Hormuz, accusing it of double standards amid escalating tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict.Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei hit […]

‘Disgusting’, ‘garbage’: Chicago Democrat faces fury for ‘wrong place at wrong time’ remarks on Sheridan Gorman killing

[ad_1] Democrat Alderwoman Maria Hadden suggested that Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman, 18, who was shot dead on Thursday morning while walking with friends along the city’s lakefront near campus, was “in the wrong place at the wrong time”.Hadden said the deadly shooting appeared to be a case of Gorman being “in the wrong […]

Who is Uma Kumaran? UK Labour MP of Tamil origin calls out ‘Blatant Islamophobia’ over Nick Timothy’s open iftar remarks | World News

[ad_1] A political row has erupted in the UK after Labour MP Uma Kumaran accused Conservative MP Nick Timothy of “blatant Islamophobia” over his comments on a mass Muslim prayer held during a public iftar gathering in Trafalgar Square.The controversy began after Nick Timothy, a Conservative MP, posted on X criticising the public prayer that […]

‘Not going to close’: Iran’s UN envoy contradicts Mojtaba Khamenei over Strait of Hormuz remarks

[ad_1] Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations said Tehran does not plan to close the Strait of Hormuz, appearing to strike a more measured tone after remarks by the country’s newly appointed supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei suggesting the strategic waterway could be used as leverage.Speaking to reporters at the UN on Thursday, Amir Saeid Iravani […]

‘Misinterpreted by enemy’: Iran president clarifies remarks on Gulf attacks after Trump’s ‘surrender’ claim

[ad_1] Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Sunday that his comments about attacks affecting Gulf countries had been “misinterpreted by the enemy,” after his remarks were widely viewed as signalling a possible suspension of strikes on neighbouring states.Speaking on state TV, Pezeshkian said Iran sought good relations with countries in the region and had no […]

Hunter College Professor Racist Remarks: Hunter College professor placed on leave after racist remarks about Black students caught on hot mic

[ad_1] An associate professor at Hunter College has been placed on leave after allegedly making racist remarks about Black students during a virtual public school meeting, sparking widespread outrage and an official investigation.The incident took place on February 10 during a Community Education Council (CEC) District 3 meeting, where parents, students and officials were discussing […]

Indian-origin Deepa Mathew slams Australian Premier over immigration remarks: ‘Didn’t come here to wipe bums’

[ad_1] An Indian-origin political candidate has criticised South Australia’s Premier, saying his comments about immigration were insulting to migrants.Deepa Mathew, Family First’s South Australian upper house candidate, said she was hurt by remarks made by Premier Peter Malinauskas during a question-and-answer session in Adelaide this week.Speaking at an event organised by the Committee for Economic […]

Suspended Columbia student who said ‘Zionists don’t deserve to live’ sues US lawmaker, stands by remarks

[ad_1] A Columbia University student who was suspended after declaring that “Zionists don’t deserve to live” has filed a federal lawsuit against North Carolina Congresswoman Virginia Foxx, alleging that her actions violated his First Amendment rights.Khymani James, 22, who emerged as a prominent figure during pro-Palestinian protests on the Ivy League campus in 2024, claimed […]

Candace Owens: “Going to get Erika Kirk….”: Candace Owens faces mounting criticism over remarks about Charlie Kirk’s widow | World News

[ad_1] Frank McCormick publicly warned that Candace Owens’ comments about Erika Kirk could put her in danger, writing that “This must stop now.” His post followed Owens’ claim that Erika should be taken in for police questioning after what she described as a “shocking confirmation.” The exchange highlights growing concerns about rhetoric, responsibility, and the […]

Danish war veteran who lost both legs in Afghanistan says he feels ‘betrayed’ by Trump’s Nato remarks: ‘Helped America after 9/11’

[ad_1] A Danish war veteran who lost both his legs while fighting alongside US forces in Afghanistan has spoken of his anger and sense of betrayal after US President Donald Trump recently said America had “never needed” its Nato allies.Martin Aalholm, who was badly injured by an improvised explosive device (IED) blast while serving in […]