Alistair Thompson

GENEVA, SWITZERLAND — March 8, 2026 — Parliament News — The Switzerland Iran strikes statement has drawn international attention after Swiss officials publicly criticized recent military strikes on Iran carried out by the United States and Israel. The comments from Switzerland, a country widely

WASHINGTON, United States — March 8, 2026 — Parliament News — The Iran nuclear weapons debate has once again become a central issue in global diplomacy as experts warn that long running negotiations with Tehran may be losing effectiveness. Former diplomats and security

Karaj, Iran — March 8, 2026 — Parliament News — A powerful Karaj oil depot explosion has killed at least six people after a blast tore through a fuel storage facility in the industrial city of Karaj, located west of Tehran. Iranian officials confirmed

Brussels, Belgium — March 7, 2026 — Parliament News — The European oil supply crisis has moved to the center of European political discussions as Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico prepares for key talks with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The meeting in

TEHRAN, Iran— March8, 2026 — Parliament News — Iran’s political leadership has reportedly finalized a decision in the ongoing Iran leadership transition, but the identity of the chosen successor has not yet been publicly revealed. Members of the body responsible for selecting the country’s

Tehran, Iran — March 8, 2026 — Parliament News — The Tehran leadership crisis has emerged as one of the most significant political developments in the Middle East as Iran navigates growing regional tensions and internal uncertainty. Political observers say the situation could influence

Washington — March 7, 2026 — Parliament News — The US evacuation Middle East crisis intensified as American officials scrambled to organize emergency departures for diplomats, military families, and civilians across several high risk areas in the region. The move came after intelligence warnings suggested escalating

BEKAA VALLEY, Lebanon — March 7, 2026 — Parliament News  — Israel military strikes Lebanon have left at least 26 people dead after a powerful air attack hit the eastern Lebanese town of Nabi Chit, according to local authorities and emergency services. The strike

DOHA, Qatar — March 7, 2026 — Parliament News  — Qatar Airways has announced adjustments to Qatar Airways flight operations as the airline gradually restores international travel routes through Doha. The decision comes after several weeks of disruptions across regional airspace that affected airlines

Colombo, Sri Lanka  — March 7, 2026 — Parliament News  — The Sri Lanka naval strike has become one of the most closely watched maritime security incidents in the Indian Ocean this year. Officials and defense analysts confirmed that a naval confrontation occurred near

Missiles targeting a Saudi military installation triggered air defense alerts near Riyadh. Defense systems intercepted incoming projectiles before impact. Officials say the Saudi air base attack highlights rising regional security risks. Saudi Air Base Attack Intercepted Near Riyadh RIYADH, Saudi Arabia —

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka  — March 6, 2026 — Parliament News — A major Sri Lanka maritime rescue operation is unfolding after an Iranian naval vessel was sunk in the Indian Ocean this week, triggering international tension and diplomatic pressure between Washington, Tehran, and