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North Korea Fires 10 Missiles Amid US-South Korea Drills

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 14, 2026

Tensions on the Korean Peninsula flared once again on Saturday. North Korea launched more than 10 ballistic missiles into the sea, according to the military of South Korea. The launches happened while U.S. and South Korean forces were conducting major joint military drills—a move that has long angered Pyongyang. Missiles fired near Pyongyang South Korea’s […]

Iran’s New Leader Vows to Keep Hormuz Strait Closed

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 14, 2026

The Middle East conflict took a dramatic turn this week as Iran’s new supreme leader delivered a defiant message to the world. In his first public remarks since taking power, Mojtaba Khamenei declared that Iran will continue fighting — and will keep the vital Strait of Hormuz closed to pressure its enemies. It was a […]

Japan to Release 80 Million Barrels From Emergency Oil Stock

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 11, 2026

TOKYO, Japan — As tensions rise in the Middle East and uncertainty shakes global energy markets, Japan is preparing to take a major step to stabilize oil supplies. The government announced Wednesday that it plans to release around 80 million barrels of oil from its private and national reserves. The move is aimed at easing […]

Oil Prices Plunge 11% After Trump Signals Middle East Calm

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 11, 2026

NEW YORK — Just a day after oil prices surged to near four-year highs, the global energy market suddenly reversed course. On Tuesday, oil prices plunged by more than $10 per barrel, sending shockwaves through the market after former US President Donald Trump suggested the war in the Middle East could end soon. The sharp […]

Swiss Minister: US–Israel Strikes on Iran Break Law

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 8, 2026

Concerns are growing across Europe as leaders question the legality of the recent attacks on Iran. In a strong statement, Martin Pfister, Switzerland’s defense minister, said the airstrikes carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran violate international law. Speaking in an interview with the Swiss newspaper SonntagsZeitung, Pfister said the Federal Council […]

Pope Leo Urges Leaders to Reject War Amid Iran Conflict

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 6, 2026

As tensions rise across the Middle East, a quiet but powerful message has emerged from the Vatican. In a heartfelt video released on Thursday, Pope Leo prayed that God would guide world leaders to turn away from war — and choose peace instead. The appeal comes as the U.S.-Israeli bombing campaign against Iran entered its […]

Spain Defies Trump Threats Over Iran War Stance

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 5, 2026

Spain has drawn a clear line. And this time, it’s standing firm. On Wednesday, Spanish leaders openly pushed back against threats from US President Donald Trump, declaring that Spain will not bow to pressure over its position on the escalating conflict involving Iran. “We will not be vassals to anyone.” That was the strong message […]

Deadly Iran School Strike Sparks UN Investigation Call

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 4, 2026

GENEVA — The images were unbearable. A school reduced to rubble.Classrooms torn apart.Young lives lost. On Tuesday, the United Nations human rights office described the attack on a girls’ school in southern Iran as “absolutely horrific” — and demanded answers. “Prompt, Impartial and Thorough” UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk is calling for […]

Trump: Combat in Iran Will Continue Until Objectives Met

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)March 2, 2026

WASHINGTON — The message was firm. Direct. Unyielding. On Sunday, US President Donald Trump warned that American combat operations in Iran are not slowing down. They are continuing. And they will not stop until every objective is achieved. In a video posted on Truth Social, Trump addressed the nation with a tone that left little […]

US Begins Major Combat Operations in Iran — Trump

Planet Philippines (Full Attribution Below)February 28, 2026

The words were direct.Unfiltered.Heavy with consequence. On Saturday, US President Donald Trump declared that the United States has begun what he called “major combat operations” in Iran. And he did not sugarcoat the risks. There may be casualties, he warned. “I Do Not Make This Statement Lightly” In a video posted on Truth Social, Trump […]

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North Korea Fires 10 Missiles Amid US-South Korea Drills

Iran’s New Leader Vows to Keep Hormuz Strait Closed

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