Israel strikes unfinished Arak heavy water reactor in Iran

European foreign ministers from the E3 (UK, France, Germany) are set to meet with Iran to address rising tensions surrounding its nuclear program and recent airstrikes. The discussions aim to navigate diplomatic efforts amid concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions and potential military actions. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The leaders of three countries are talking to Iran because they want to make sure Iran doesn't make any dangerous weapons and to keep everyone...

Caribbean Against Apartheid in Palestine (CAAP) and the Caribbean Movement for Peace and Integration have filed a groundbreaking court application in Barbados, accusing Israel of genocide and crimes against humanity due to its actions against Palestinians. The application calls for the arrest of Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) members entering Barbados and declares Israel's actions as committing genocide and apartheid. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A group in the Caribbean is saying that Israel...

The UN human rights chief, Volker Turk, warned that escalating military actions between Israel and Iran are severely harming civilians and could destabilize the region. He emphasized the urgent need for both sides to adhere to international humanitarian law, as casualties and displacement rise significantly, with calls for restraint and renewed negotiations to prevent further escalation. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The UN says that fighting between Israel and Iran is hurting a...

The Council of Europe’s Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O’Flaherty, urged Germany to uphold freedom of expression and peaceful assembly amid restrictions on pro-Palestinian protests, including limitations on cultural symbols and increased surveillance since February 2025. He expressed concerns over police violence, particularly against minors, and called for accountability and adherence to human rights standards. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Michael O’Flaherty, a big helper for human rights, told Germany to let people...

Dozens of US military aircraft have disappeared from the tarmac at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, likely to protect them from potential Iranian air strikes amid escalating tensions. The US embassy has restricted access to the base while President Trump deliberates on military intervention in the conflict, raising concerns about the vulnerability of US forces in the region. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The US moved a lot of its planes away...

Dozens of US military aircraft have reportedly been moved from Al Udeid base in Qatar, possibly to protect them from potential Iranian air strikes as tensions rise between Iran and Israel. Satellite images indicate a significant reduction in visible aircraft, prompting the US embassy to limit access to the base and advise increased vigilance among personnel. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The US moved many of its planes from a base in Qatar...