From oil giants to banks – these companies are making billions from Iran war
Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms. Read More
Trump and Lula’s private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain – and effort to avoid tension
The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks. Read More
Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire in Strait of Hormuz
Iran accuses the US of violating the truce, alleging it targeted an oil tanker and carried out attacks on coastal areas. Read More
Two Islamic-State linked Australian women charged with crimes against humanity
A third woman who also returned to Australia from Syria was charged with joining a terrorist organisation. Read More
Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence
Japan’s largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution. Read More
Trump gives 4 July ultimatum to EU to approve trade deal with US
The US president said the European Union must enact the trade deal agreed last year and drop tariffs on American goods to zero. Read More
Trump’s ‘irresponsible war’ to blame for economic slowdown, German minister says
Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil blamed the US president’s “irresponsible war in Iran” for harming the Germany economy. Read More
Rosenberg: Russia’s Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday’s parade in Moscow. Read More
Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stall
Israeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas. Read More
Race to trace passengers who left hantavirus cruise ship at island
A 69-year-old woman who later died in South Africa is among those who left MV Hondius at St Helena. Read More