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Lebanon ‘detains’ former al-Assad-era general, weighs handing him to Syria
Judicial and security sources say a routine embassy visit landed a wanted former Syrian general in a Beirut jail cell.
UAE says Iran targeted ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz, no casualties
Gulf and Arab governments condemn Iran over missile strike on Emirati tanker.
Iraq’s Kurdish region wants to stay out of regional conflicts: PM Barzani
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Masrour Barzani denies any 'pressure' to enter the Iran war despite over 1,000 attacks.
Lionel Messi’s father dies aged 68 after a long illness
Jorge Messi died at a medical clinic in the Argentinian city of Rosario, according to his family.
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War on Iran: Phase II: Day 28
Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye pact draws mixed reactions, as Iran and Oman agree a Hormuz security framework.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino denies claims UEFA paid off alleged lover
However, UEFA says a 'departure payment' was made to a female employee when Infantino was the body's general-secretary.
Iran deliberates Hormuz arrangement amid uncertain prospects with US
Iran and Oman have agreed on the coordinates of routes to be taken by vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.
Israel mulls Saudi, Turkiye, Pakistan pact as elections loom
Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan form a new defence pact, leaving Israel’s response and its implications uncertain.
Netanyahu mulls Saudi, Turkiye, Pakistan pact as Israeli elections loom
Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan form a new defence pact, leaving Israel’s response and its implications uncertain
Ivory Coast’s ‘talking drum’ returns to home village after 110 years
Ivory Coast's 'talking drum' returns to home village after 110 years
Drones spotted in Bulgaria and Germany raise concerns about Russian escalation
Drone incidents in Europe igniting fears that Moscow's war on Kyiv is entangling NATO nations.
Drones spotted in Bulgaria and Germany raise concerns of Russian escalation
The drone incidents in Europe have ignited fears that Moscow's war on Kyiv is now entangling NATO nations.
Police bodycam and CCTV catches Idaho mall shooting as it unfolds
Police bodycam and CCTV catches Idaho mall shooting as it unfolds
Atletico Madrid will not sell Alvarez amid Barcelona interest, says Simeone
Last month, Atletico filed a complaint to FIFA over Barcelona allegedly tapping up the 26-year-old forward.
Arsenal complete signing of Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes
Brazil international signed on a four-year contract with further one-year option for reported fee of about $101m.
‘Hi friends’: Modi’s curious campaign to win over Gen Z
For Gen Z in India, PM Narendra Modi is trying to become an unlikely friend through late-night Instagram reels.
The post-American Middle East is beginning to take shape
The pact between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye is yet another step towards a new regional security architecture.
Thailand school shooting death toll rises to nine after girl dies
Thailand has one of the highest rates of gun ownership in Asia.
Families retrieve bodies after deadly shooting rampage outside Bangkok
Thailand has one of the highest rates of gun ownership in Asia.
Woman screams in fear as Ukraine war recruiters pounce on man
Viral video fuels concerns over Ukraine’s ‘busification’ and alleged abuse by recruitment officers.
Woman screams for her man as Ukraine war recruiters pounce
Viral video fuels concerns over Ukraine’s ‘busification’ and alleged abuse by recruitment officers.
Yemen’s collapsing healthcare forces the sick to seek alternative medicines
Patients in Yemen who cannot afford healthcare or access relevant treatment are turning to alternative medicine.
How Israel’s occupation fuels resistance
Israel is trapped in a cycle it created.
Trump’s former personal lawyer narrowly confirmed as US attorney general
US Senate confirms Todd Blanche in narrow vote despite concerns over independence of office.
Fiji rugby player dies in Japan of suspected heatstroke as high of 35C hit
Saimoni Vunilagi was hospitalised with symptoms of heatstroke after rugby team training on Monday, but died on Friday.
Mount Etna ash suspends arrivals at Italy’s Catania airport
Catania international airport services the eastern part of Sicily, one of Italy's most popular tourist destinations.
Newcastle say they “didn’t want to sell” Guimaraes, as Arsenal move looms
Bruno Guimaraes looks set to move to Premier League champions Arsenal, but Newcastle say they did not want to sell.
US announces $400m investment in Australian rare earth mine
Deal aims to secure scandium supply as China restricts exports for defence products.
Messi will decide when he retires, says Argentina FA chief
Retirement rumours surrounded Lionel Messi at last two World Cups, but Argentina FA chief says decision will be his.