Iran to play World Cup games in US despite tensions, FIFA confirms

Confirmation comes after weeks of speculation, with diplomatic strain and border issues complicating preparations.

Iran activates air defences as Trump faces war powers deadline in Congress

Tehran briefly activates its air defences as US-Iran tensions deepen and Washington signals it may bypass Congress on war authorisation.

US sanctions DR Congo’s ex-president Kabila over 'support' for rebels

Former president Joseph Kabila is accused of supporting rebels in eastern Congo and encouraging Congolese troops to defect.