Asia Warming at Twice the Global Average, Warns WMO Report
Asia is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average, with 2024 marking one of the hottest years on record, according to the World Meteorological Organization. The region faced prolonged heatwaves, accelerated glacier melt, and rising sea levels, increasing risks for millions. Experts warn that urgent climate action is critical as vulnerable communities bear the brunt of escalating environmental threats.
Oil Prices Surge, Asian Markets Slide After U.S. Bombs Iranian Nuclear Sites
Oil prices surged to a five-month high and Asian markets tumbled after the US joined Israel in striking Iranian nuclear facilities, escalating tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude rose to $81.40 a barrel, while key Asian indices, including Japan’s Nikkei and India’s Sensex, posted losses. Iran warned of “everlasting consequences” and threatened to shut the vital Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of global oil supply disruption and further market volatility.
France Voices Concern After US Strikes Iranian Nuclear Sites, Urges De-escalation
France on Sunday expressed concern over the U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, urging Washington, Tehran, and Tel Aviv to exercise restraint and prevent further escalation. Clarifying it had no role in the strikes, France reiterated its opposition to Iran acquiring nuclear weapons and called for a negotiated solution under the Non-Proliferation Treaty. President Emmanuel Macron is holding urgent consultations with international leaders as tensions mount following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of the strikes, which targeted Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan sites.
Pak Condemns US Strikes on Iran a Day After Nominating Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
A day after nominating Donald Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize over his role in easing India-Pakistan tensions, Pakistan strongly condemned the US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Calling the attacks a violation of international law, Islamabad warned of severe regional fallout and urged immediate de-escalation through dialogue and diplomacy. The strikes, confirmed by Trump as targeting Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, mark a dramatic escalation in the Iran-Israel conflict, now drawing in the US directly.
US Strikes Iran’s Key Nuclear Sites, Deepens Mideast Conflict
The United States has launched airstrikes on Iran’s key nuclear sites Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan in a major escalation of the ongoing Middle East conflict. President Donald Trump confirmed the strikes, warning of further attacks unless Tehran agrees to peace. While the attacks raised fears of radiation leaks, both Iranian officials and international agencies have stated that there is no immediate danger to nearby residents, as nuclear materials had been removed from the facilities prior to the strikes.
