Gulf News 24m

IRGC Aerospace site in Bushehr goes in flames following US strikes on Iranian targets

A massive fire was reported at a facility belonging to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force in Bushehr province after the United States launched a new wave of strikes against Iranian military targets overnight, according to widely circulated videos and open-source intelli»»»

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‘You give me a wall, and I’ll build a monument’: How Dubai entrepreneur beat the odds to build glass brand with brothers

‘You give me a wall, and I’ll build a monument,’ he says, beaming. Dubai-based Shabbir Mithaiwala smiles as he looks back at his own journey: From rebuilding his father’s struggling business to creating his own venture from scratch. Sometimes it’s joy, pride and a sense of amazement as he looks bac»»»

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Gulf News 38m

Iran will reopen Hormuz only under its own terms: Ghalibaf

Iran's chief negotiator Bagher Ghalibaf has said the Strait of Hormuz will reopen only under what he described as "Iranian arrangements," signaling that Tehran intends to retain significant control over commercial shipping despite mounting international pressure. The remarks by Ghalibaf, who is als»»»

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Gulf News 51m

Wall Street still bets big on SpaceX, but IPO investors aren’t so sure anymore

Dubai: SpaceX has surrendered nearly all the gains made after one of the biggest stock market debuts in recent years, raising a fundamental question for investors: has the recent sell-off created a buying opportunity, or is the market beginning to question whether even one of the world’s most ambit»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Iran FM Araghchi thanks Iraq for Khamenei's funeral arrangements

Tehran [Iran], July 9 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday (local time) thanked Iraq's government, people and religious authorities for their role in the funeral ceremonies of former Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, highlighting the deep-rooted ties between»»»

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BNE 1h

IMF downgrades global growth forecast second time in a row – Statista

The IMF downgraded global growth prospects for the second time this year, saying it expects the global economy to grow by just 3 percent in 2026. In January, this projection had still stood at 3.3 percent, Statista reports. While the downgrade is slight, it still conveys the multiple risks to the g»»»

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BNE 1h

Greek shipowners earnt $4bn from Russian oil trade sanctions busting - FT

Greek shipping companies have earned at least $3.8bn transporting Russian crude oil since mid-2023, as a leading member of Russia’s shadow fleet, the Financial Times reported on July 7. Analysis by the FT found that Greek-owned tankers have remained among the largest carriers of Russian crude under»»»

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Gulf News 1h

When claiming your rights becomes a full-time job

The email arrived with the flat courtesy of all such messages. “Dear Customer,” it began, before announcing a change to the monthly Fall-Below Fee — the charge a bank applies when your balance slips beneath a required minimum — taking effect this September. Unremarkable, until it jogged loose somet»»»

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Arab News 1h

Missile alerts sound in Bahrain and Qatar after US launches new round of airstrikes against Iran

DUBAI: Kuwait sounded its missile alert sirens early Thursday morning after Bahrain and Qatar, warning of an Iranian attack after the United States launched a new round of airstrikes targeting Iran. There was no immediate word of damage in the three Gulf Arab countries. Kuwait’s military said it wa»»»

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Arab News 1h

India’s Modi to meet Australia’s Albanese with uranium, defense on agenda

SYDNEY: Indian ‌Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese in Melbourne on Thursday, with the two leaders expected to discuss critical ​minerals, trade, defense and security cooperation. Modi, who previously visited Australia in 2023, touched down Wednesday n»»»

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UPI 1h

Platner drops out of Maine Senate race - UPI.com

A "vote here" sign is seen in November 2025. On Wednesday, Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner dropped out the race two days after a woman said he sexually assaulted her in 2021. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 8 (UPI) -- Graham Platner dropped out of the Maine Senate race on W»»»

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France24 1h

US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran on Wednesday, hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of the ceasefire. Military officials said in a social media post that the strikes were intended to "further degrade" »»»

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France24 1h

A propos - US says it's carrying out more strikes after Iran’s attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. carried out another round of strikes on Iran on Wednesday, hours after President Donald Trump said that recent Iranian attacks on ships in Strait of Hormuz signaled the end of the ceasefire. Military officials said in a social media post that the strikes were intended to "further degrade" »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Air raid sirens sound in Bahrain: interior ministry

Air raid sirens rang out in Bahrain on Thursday, the interior ministry said, after the Iran Revolutionary Guards vowed to respond to US strikes on the Islamic republic. "The siren has been sounded," the interior ministry said in a post on X. "Citizens and residents are urged to remain calm and head»»»

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France24 1h

Eye on Africa - Egypt's World Cup dream fades after losing to Argentina

In tonight's edition, Egypt were seconds away from a historic triumph against Argentina, only to watch their dream vanish in the cruelest fashion. Also, media in Ghana claim the government has rebuffed Cyril Ramaphosa's request for a state visit over xenophobic attacks. And a single photograph»»»

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Ya Libnan 2h

Time for Lebanon’s Old Guard to Step Aside – Ya Libnan

Share: Illustration : Lebanon parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and former PSP leader Walid Jumblatt . Time to bid farewell and let go Leadership is measured not by how long one holds power, but by knowing when it is time to pass the torch. By: The Editorial Board, Opinion Many Lebanese believed that »»»

Gulf News 2h

Day 3: 'Stick to the evidence' — Senate judge slams both sides as Sara Duterte impeachment trial enters crucial stage

Manila: On Wednedsay (July 8, 2026), The third day of Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial shifted from dramatic witness testimony to increasingly contentious legal sparring. Senate presiding officer Francis "Chiz" Escudero admonished both prosecutors and defence lawyers to avoid turning»»»

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Arab News 2h

Prosecutors play video in court of suspect in Charlie Kirk’s shooting after he turned himself in

PROVO, Utah: Prosecutors played a video clip in court Wednesday of suspect Tyler Robinson after he had turned himself in to Utah authorities a day after the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The video showed Robinson standing in a room at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office wearing»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Three ships, one funeral, and the collapse of command: What Iran's attacks may reveal

As millions of Iranians lined the streets to mourn their slain Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the country's political leadership projected an image of solemn unity. The elaborate funeral procession, broadcast across state television, was meant to reassure both domestic and international au»»»

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UPI 3h

Trump praises allies in press conference at end of NATO summit - UPI.com

1 of 4 | President Donald Trump, center, is greeted Wednesday by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, left, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as he arrives for the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. Trump held a press conference after the summit closed, saying it was a "great meeting" despite re»»»

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Arab News 3h

Trump says he will ask Supreme Court to rehear birthright citizenship case

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Wednesday ​that he will ask the US Supreme Court to rehear a case challenging his executive order curtailing birthright citizenship, a long-shot bid to reverse the court’s rejection of one of his signature policies. The court last month rejected Trump’s at»»»

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Arab News 3h

Lebanon to attend Rome talks only if Israel withdraws from 2 ‘pilot’ zones: diplomatic source

BEIRUT, Lebanon: Lebanon demands Israel’s withdrawal from two “pilot zones” in the south as a condition for participating in the next round of direct negotiations in Rome next week, a diplomatic source familiar with the talks told AFP on Wednesday. The two sides had previously met for five rounds o»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Price shock: Crude oil jumps as US expands Iran strikes, raising fears of wider supply disruptions

Oil prices jumped sharply in early Asian trading Thursday after the United States launched military strikes on Iran's strategic port of Chabahar, escalating tensions days after the collapse of an April ceasefire and renewing concerns over disruptions to global energy supplies. As of 7:49 a.m. Tokyo»»»

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Al Manar 4h

Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem Honors Imam Khamenei’s Legacy, Warns Lebanon’s Framework Agreement Will Not Advance - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah’s Sheikh Qassem Honors Imam Khamenei’s Legacy, Warns Lebanon’s Framework Agreement Will Not Advance 09-07-2026 01:39 AM Hezbollah»»»

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UPI 4h

United States strikes Iran again as Trump issues new threats - UPI.com

A crowd of mourners gathered around an vehicle carrying the coffin of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei during the funeral procession Wednesday from Iran to Najaf, Iraq. The funeral convoys bearing Khamenei's coffin will pass through the holy Iraqi cities of Najaf and Karbala amid renewed U.S»»»

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Gulf News 4h

US military strikes Chabahar for first time since ceasefire, opening new front along Iran's strategic Indian Ocean coast

The United States launched its first military strikes on the southeastern Iranian port city of Chabahar. It marks the first known American operation in the area since the April ceasefire and significantly expanding the geographical scope of the conflict beyond the Strait of Hormuz. Explosions were »»»

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Arab News 4h

The Trump administration is ramping up pressure on states to change election practices

President Donald Trump’s administration is threatening to withhold some federal funding from states that don’t make changes to voting practices and is warning state election officials that they face arrest if they don’t remove noncitizens from voter rolls. Letters to states and grant application de»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Fearsome France face Morocco might in first of the last eight meetings

Agencies Foxborough France will aim to keep their perfect run at the FIFA World Cup 2026 going when they take on Morocco in the quarter-final on Thursday. After a month of scintillating action that has dispelled pre-tournament anxieties, the biggest, boldest and most logistically complex FIFA World»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

Qatar strengthens State Audit powers with introduction of criminal penalties, financial disclosure requirements

QNA Doha Amendments to Qatar’s State Audit Bureau Law will enter into force on July 25, 2026 introducing new enforcement powers, criminal penalties and financial disclosure requirements aimed at strengthening public sector oversight after nearly a decade of experience under the existing legislation»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

QF’s Creating Pathways uses volleyball to empowers girls

Tribune News Network Doha As the world celebrates World Volleyball Day, Qatar Foundation’s Creating Pathways programme is using volleyball to help empower the next generation of girls in Qatar, building confidence, leadership and lifelong skills both on and off the court. Volleyball is one of five »»»

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Arab News 5h

UN launches appeal for nearly $300 mn in Venezuela quake relief

VENEZUELA: The United Nations launched an urgent appeal Wednesday for nearly $300 million toward Venezuela earthquake relief operations after the death toll from the disaster rose to more than 3,600 people. There is huge humanitarian need after one of Latin America’s worst earthquake disasters left»»»

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UPI 5h

Cases of cyclosporiasis, 'explosive' diarrhea illness, spike throughout United States - UPI.com

Cyclosporiasis, an infection that causes “explosive” diarrhea, is on the rise more than usual in regions throughout the United States, health officials said Wednesday. July 8 (UPI) -- Cases of cyclosporiasis, an infection that causes "explosive" diarrhea, are on the rise in regions throughout the U»»»

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UPI 5h

Officials ‘confident’ buckling New York City high-rise is stable - UPI.com

1 of 3 | Spectators watch as engineers, the New York Police Department and Fire Department of New York work to secure the building at 235 E. 42nd Street as a partial collapse was feared Tuesday. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo July 8 (UPI) -- New York City officials believe they have st»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

More than hosts: North America's World Cup coming of age

DOHA: When FIFA awarded the 2026 World Cup to Canada, Mexico and the United States, many expected the topic of discussion to center around logistics, sold-out stadiums, and successful engagement. Few expected all three hosts to build their own story and legacy into the tournament. From Mexico's dis»»»

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UPI 5h

FBI said to be investigating Argentine soccer federation finances - UPI.com

Argentina players celebrate after defeating Egypt 3-2 in a Round of 16 FIFA World Cup match at Atlanta Stadium in Georgia on Tuesday. Photo by Christian Brunskill/UPI | License Photo July 8 (UPI) -- As Argentina advances in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, prosecutors with the U.S. Departme»»»

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Arab News 6h

Trump says Ukraine to be allowed to make Patriot missile interceptors

ANKARA: President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States would grant Ukraine a license to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors, a huge boost for Kyiv, which has long sought permission to produce the defensive weapons. “We’re going to give a license to you to make Patriots. That’s»»»

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Arab News 6h

Marquez confirmed as Mexico coach after Aguirre departure

MEXICO CITY: ‌Mexico have appointed Rafael Marquez as head coach to succeed Javier Aguirre following the co-hosts’ elimination from the World Cup, the football federation said on Wednesday. Marquez, 47, was Aguirre’s assistant throughout the World Cup campaign, in which Mexico won a knockout match »»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

US launches new wave of strikes on Iran

WASHINGTON: The US military said on Wednesday it had launched a new wave of strikes against Iran aimed at reducing Tehran's ability to disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command (CENTCOM), which oversees military operations in the region, said the attacks were intended to lim»»»

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Arab News 6h

Analysis: Why does North African football outperform the Middle East on the world stage?

DUBAI: Four years ago, Morocco smashed the glass ceiling for Arab teams at the World Cup. A sensational run to the semifinal, where they lost 2-0 to France, goes beyond the wildest dreams of even European and South American nations, never mind those from the region. Arab teams from North Africa hav»»»

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Arab News 6h

US resumes strikes against Iran

WASHINGTON: The US military is conducting fresh strikes on Iran, the US Central Command said on ‌Wednesday, hours ‌after ​President ‌Donald ⁠Trump ​declared that an ⁠interim agreement to end the war with Iran was "over." It said the ⁠strikes were aimed ‌at ‌degrading Iran's ​ability ‌to threaten fr»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

US confirms conducting another wave of strikes on Iran

The US military’s Central Command (CENTCOM) says on X that, at President Trump’s direction, its forces “have started conducting additional strikes against Iran to further degrade their ability to threaten freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz”. This comes after explosions were reported by I»»»

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Arab News 6h

What We Are Reading Today: ‘Arctic Passages’ by Kieran Mulvaney

Almost two centuries after British explorer Sir John Franklin and his men died amid paralyzing cold and ice in pursuit of the mythical Northwest Passage, the Arctic—in response to temperatures greater than at any time in the last ten thousand years—is melting at an alarming pace. Instead of heeding»»»

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Arab News 6h

Rahm Emanuel warns that Israel has become a ‘territorial pariah’ in a blistering speech

TEL AVIV, Israel: Rahm Emanuel, a potential Democratic presidential candidate and longtime defender of Israel, warned Wednesday that the country has become increasingly isolated as its leadership has turned it into a “territorial pariah,” in a speech at Tel Aviv University on Wednesday.Emanuel’s co»»»

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Arab News 7h

‘Not easy, but not impossible’: Iraq’s film industry sees slow revival

BAGHDAD: In the heart of old Baghdad, legendary movie theaters stand abandoned and shrouded in dust, bearing witness to Iraq’s once-vibrant cultural scene. A few kilometers away, director Ali Al-Bayati oversees his camera operators as they adjust their lenses for a scene in his upcoming horror film»»»

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Al Manar 7h

Iran Not to Answer Vulgarity with Vulgarity, But with Action: FM - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Not to Answer Vulgarity with Vulgarity, But with Action: FM 08-07-2026 22:50 PM Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi (image from archiv»»»

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Middle East Observer 7h

Nestle targets coffee as a key growth area

Nestle announced its second small coffee acquisition in as many months on Friday, buying Texas-based Chameleon Cold-Brew as it seeks to bolster its world-leading coffee business. The maker of Nescafe and Nespresso said Chameleon is the No.1 organic cold-brew brand in the United States. Nestle, whic»»»

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UPI 7h

Federal appeals court: Trump’s name stays off Kennedy Center - UPI.com

Scaffolding and tarp cover much of the name of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. A federal appeals court ruled Wednesday that President Donald Trump's name must remain off the building. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 8 (UPI) -- A federal appeals co»»»

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Jordan Times 7h

IMF cuts 2026 world growth forecast, flags risks from new Mideast fighting

WASHINGTON, United States — The IMF cut its 2026 global growth projection again Wednesday, flagging "uncertainty and risks" to the economic outlook as fighting reignited in the Middle East.Global economic growth is estimated at 3.0 per cent this year, said the International Monetary Fund, down from»»»

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France24 7h

France's far-right leader Le Pen hits campaign trail after conviction in EU embezzlement case

France's far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen launched her fourth presidential campaign in the small town of La Flèche in the country's Loire Valley Wednesday after an appeals court cleared her to run for office – despite upholding her conviction for misusing millions of euros in public funds. French»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Around 900 snakes escape flooded Chinese farm, residents reportedly bitten

Doha: Nearly 900 snakes, including venomous cobras, escaped from a snake farm in southern China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region after floodwaters destroyed the facility, with some residents reportedly bitten, according to local media reports. The incident occurred on July 6 after heavy rainfall »»»

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