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CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at major ferry and ship sinking disasters throughout history. This timeline is not-all inclusive; various incidents with at least 1,000 fatalities are listed. Death tolls vary by source. Timeline April 27, 1865 – The Mississippi River steamer Sultana explodes and sinks near Memphis, Tennessee, killing between 1,450

By Christian Edwards, CNN London (CNN) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned that Peter Mandelson’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein posed a “general reputational risk” ahead of his appointment as Britain’s ambassador to the United States, according to a trove of files released Wednesday by the British government. In a due diligence report provided

By Issy Ronald, CNN (CNN) — Iran might be outgunned and outspent by the US and Israel, but it has one major advantage — its control over the Strait of Hormuz. By attacking ships navigating the narrow waterway, Iran has effectively shut the route through which one-fifth of the world’s oil supply passes. Iran’s new

By Max Saltman, CNN (CNN) — Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, suffered a fractured foot and other minor injuries on the first day of the US and Israel’s bombardment campaign, a source familiar with the situation told CNN. In addition to his injured foot, Khamenei, 56, received a bruise around his left eye, as

By Nick Paton Walsh, CNN (CNN) — Russia is helping Iran with advanced drone tactics from its war in Ukraine to hit US and Gulf nation targets in the Middle East, according to a Western intelligence official. Shahed drones, designed by Iran but mass-produced by Moscow for use in Ukraine, have been unexpectedly successful in

CNN By Jessie Yeung, CNN (CNN) — Iran and its Lebanon-based proxy Hezbollah carried out a joint attack on Israel. Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said the five hours of sustained fire struck more than 50 targets across Israel. Israel said it launched “large-scale” strikes in Lebanon on Wednesday after coming under attack from

By Lex Harvey, Angus Watson, CNN Sydney (CNN) — Sydney-based fashion designer Katie Perry had always dreamed of starting her own clothing brand. She never imagined a global pop star would be her biggest obstacle. But on Wednesday Australia’s highest court ruled that Perry, who now goes by her married name Katie Taylor, has the

By Allegra Goodwin, Gianluca Mezzofiore, Thomas Bordeaux, CNN (CNN) — Missile debris that Iranian officials claim was recovered from the deadly strikes which hit an elementary school in southern Iran on February 28 appears to be from an American Tomahawk cruise missile, according to CNN analysis. Four photographs of the fragments were shared on Telegram

CNN By Allegra Goodwin, Gianluca Mezzofiore, Thomas Bordeaux, CNN (CNN) — Missile debris that Iranian officials claim was recovered from the deadly strikes which hit an elementary school in southern Iran on February 28 appears to be from an American Tomahawk cruise missile, according to CNN analysis. Four photographs of the fragments were shared on

By Max Saltman, Paula Newton, CNN (CNN) — Police in Toronto are investigating a “national security incident” after shots were fired at the US consulate early Tuesday, leaving damage to the building but no injuries. Police said a witness flagged a constable down to report gunshots at the consulate around 5:29 a.m., roughly an hour

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at oil spill disasters. Spill estimates vary by source. Ten Largest Oil Spills 1. January 1991 – During the Gulf War, Iraqi forces intentionally release 252-336 million gallons of oil into the Persian Gulf. 2. April 20, 2010 – An explosion occurs on board the BP-contracted Transocean

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Personal Birth date: 1982 Birth place: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Birth name: Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa Father: Hussein al-Sharaa Mother: Name unavailable publicly Marriage: Latifa al-Droubi (2012-present) Children: Three children Religion: Muslim Other Facts His family moved back to Syria in

By Jessie Yeung, Issy Ronald, Kara Fox, CNN (CNN) — As strikes continue across the Middle East for a second week, the Trump administration has given conflicting messages about how long the war will last, while Iran signals it’s prepared for a long fight. The humanitarian toll is mounting, with hundreds of thousands of residents

By Eyad Kourdi, Charbel Mallo, Zeena Saifi, CNN (CNN) — In a remarkable statement Monday afternoon, Lebanon called for direct talks with Israel on “permanent arrangements for security and stability on our borders,” while accusing the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah of betraying the country. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun detailed his plan during a virtual meeting

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scandal which took place during the Iraq war. Facts Abu Ghraib prison was a US Army detention center for captured Iraqis from 2003 to 2006. An investigation into the treatment of detainees at the prison was prompted by the discovery of

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s some background information about major rail accidents since 1900. Notable International Rail Accidents January 1915 – Guadalajara, Mexico: More than 600 people die when a train derails into a ravine during a steep descent. May 22, 1915 – Gretna, Scotland: The United Kingdom’s worst rail disaster occurs when three

CNN By Frederik Pleitgen and Claudia Otto Tehran – A top Iranian official has warned that the government is prepared for a long war with the US and signaled that it is willing to continue attacking Gulf countries in an effort to persuade them to convince President Donald Trump to step back from the conflict.

By Frederik Pleitgen and Claudia Otto Tehran – A top Iranian official has warned that the government is prepared for a long war with the US and signaled that it is willing to continue attacking Gulf countries in an effort to persuade them to convince President Donald Trump to step back from the conflict. The

CNN By Frederik Pleitgen and Claudia Otto Tehran – A top Iranian official has warned that the government is prepared for a long war with the US and signaled that it is willing to continue attacking Gulf countries in an effort to persuade them to convince President Donald Trump to step back from the conflict.

By Gianluca Mezzofiore, Thomas Bordeaux, Christian Edwards, Isobel Yeung, Quinta Thomson, Issy Ronald, CNN (CNN) — Footage has emerged that appears to show a US missile targeting the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval base adjacent to the school where Iranian state media say scores of children were killed. A new video, posted on Mehr