Iran's foreign ministry says 'deep mistrust' in US remains despite deal
Iran's foreign ministry said on Monday that Tehran still holds "deep mistrust" of the United States despite an agreed framework aimed at ending the war. "Unfortunately, it must be acknowledged that Iran's deep mistrust of the United States stems from long history of wrongdoing by American leaders,"»»»
Is Zelensky Trying to Turn Patriot Misfire Into Kiev-Pechersk Lavra Into the Next Bucha?
Zelensky’s scraping together of obsolete Patriot missiles from around the world may have always been less about seeking to protect Ukraine’s cities than “hoping that the missiles would malfunction and hit civilian targets instead of shooting down airborne ones to stage a Bucha-like incident,” Alexe»»»
Netanyahu says war with Iran saved Israel from threat of 'nuclear annihilation'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday that the joint U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran had spared his country from what he described as the Islamic republic's threat of "nuclear annihilation". "The most important thing is that we saved the State of Israel from the threat o»»»
Muslim World League launches Arabic language initiative for Qur’an memorizers in Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR: The secretary-general of the Muslim World League, Sheikh Mohammed Al-Issa, inaugurated the Fourth Forum of the ASEAN Scholars Council in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur, on Monday, which brought together senior Islamic scholars and muftis from across Southeast Asia. As part of the»»»
Barakah nuclear plant attack condemned, global warning over safety issued
A wide international coalition, including the UAE, EU and dozens of countries such as the US, UK, France, Saudi Arabia and Japan, has issued a joint statement condemning a drone attack near the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in the UAE. The May 17, 2026 strike, attributed to armed factions in Iraq, t»»»
Hezbollah Fighters Strike with Missiles and Drones Israeli Vehicles Advancing into Kfar Tebnit after Ceasefire, Forcing Them to Back Off - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Fighters Strike with Missiles and Drones Israeli Vehicles Advancing into Kfar Tebnit after Ceasefire, Forcing Them to Back Off 15»»»
UAE leaders welcome the new Hijri year with messages of hope
Abu Dhabi: UAE leaders have extended their greetings to Muslims around the world on the occasion of the Hijri New Year, expressing hopes for peace, stability and prosperity in the year ahead. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed his wishes to the people of the UAE and »»»
Poland pressures Zelensky over honoring Nazi-linked group
Polish President Karol Nawrocki has given Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky “a few more days” to renounce the honoring of nationalist militias that massacred Poles during World War II, officials said. The diplomatic feud between the neighboring countries erupted last month when Zelensky renamed an»»»
Medic and young son among 4 killed in Gaza by Israeli fire
CAIRO: Israeli strikes and gunfire killed at least four Palestinians in Gaza on Monday, health officials said, as mediators prepared for further ceasefire talks in Cairo to safeguard a US-brokered peace plan for the Palestinian territory.Medics said an Israeli airstrike killed a woman in the town o»»»
1 killed, many hurt, including reporter, in 3 Israeli attacks on Kfartebnit
An Israeli drone targeted Monday a car in the southern town of Kfartebnit near the Israeli-designated "Yellow Line", where Israeli troops remain despite the announcement of a U.S.-Iran deal. The strike killed the car's driver. Another drone strike on a car earlier in the day had wounded several peo»»»
Interim US-Iran peace deal sparks anger among Israelis, who lash out at Netanyahu
JERUSALEM: Israelis from across the political spectrum reacted angrily Monday to the news of an interim deal between the US and Iran, calling it a disaster for Israel and directing their fury at one man: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. As of early Monday evening, Netanyahu had yet to release a s»»»
Interim US-Iran peace deal sparks anger among Israelis, who lash out at Netanyahu
JERUSALEM: Israelis from across the political spectrum reacted angrily Monday to the news of an interim deal between the US and Iran, calling it a disaster for Israel and directing their fury at one man: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. As of early Monday evening, Netanyahu had yet to release a s»»»
EDGE and Safran sign strategic cooperation deal to expand defence and aerospace collaboration
EDGE, the UAE’s leading advanced technology and defence group, today announced the signing of a Strategic Cooperation Agreement with Safran, the French aerospace and defence leader, during Eurosatory 2026. The agreement establishes a structured framework to expand and deepen collaboration between t»»»
Zionist media: The agreement is a victory for Iran, and Netanyahu has made us hostages to Trump - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Zionist media: The agreement is a victory for Iran, and Netanyahu has made us hostages to Trump 15-06-2026 19:09 PM Latest News Urgent News»»»
20 million Egyptian students join Arab Reading Challenge
Dubai: More than 20 million students across Egypt took part in this year’s Arab Reading Challenge, with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, praising the participants describing them as a generation carrying the banner of culture, sc»»»
End of War in Lebanon Integral Part of Iran-US MoU: Spokesman
Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei made it clear that Lebanon and ending the war in the Arab country constitute an inseparable part of the understanding reached between Iran and the US.Speaking to reporters at a weekly press conference on Monday, Baqaei said the finalizati»»»
Leaders of France, Germany, Italy, and UK back US-Iran deal
Berlin: President of France Emmanuel Macron, Chancellor of Germany Friedrich Merz, Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni, and Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer on Monday issued a joint statement strongly welcoming the declaration of an agreement on the US-Iran memorandum of underst»»»
Relations between France, Saudi Arabia have never been so close, says official
RIYADH: A high-ranking French official has told Arab News that relations between his country and Saudi Arabia have never been so close. Olivier Cadic, senator for French citizens abroad, vice president of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, Defense and Armed Forces, and president of the France–Gulf S»»»
Korea implements smart farming to bolster agriculture amid population challenge
SEOUL: South Korea’s agriculture ministry is implementing technologically advanced programs to ensure food security in a country facing challenges that include a declining rural population and climate change. Stagnating prices for agricultural products have led to decreased profits for farmers, whi»»»
Saudi pavilion inaugurated at Eurosatory 2026 in France
The Saudi pavilion was officially inaugurated today at Eurosatory 2026, the global gathering for defense and security, in Paris. Organized by the General Authority for Military Industries, the event runs from June 15 to 19, with the participation of 10 Saudi entities from the public and private sec»»»
Saudi Banks Media and Awareness Committee celebrates partners on 20th anniversary
The Saudi Banks Media and Awareness Committee recently celebrated its strategic partners on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the committee’s establishment in 2006, under the theme “Saudi Banks Partners — 20 Years of Impact.” The event was attended by a number of officials, media professional»»»
Trump heads to France for first G7 meeting since start of Iran war - UPI.com
President Donald Trump stands in the octagon after the UFC Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington D.C., on Sunday. He was expected to leave Washington on Monday for the G7 meeting in France. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 15 (UPI) -- President Donald Tru»»»
Saudi artist presents ‘Refusal’ on Chicago’s The Mart
JEDDAH: Saudi art has found a new audience with “Refusal,” an audiovisual installation by Saudi artist Abdulrahman Hamdi which is being displayed on the facade of the iconic The Mart in Chicago. ART on THE MART is an exhibition engaging the building’s monumental architecture as a fixed, enduring su»»»
Trump says 'let the oil flow', but Hormuz reopening still uncertain
Dubai: A fragile US-Iran framework agreement aimed at halting hostilities has been hailed by President Donald Trump as a diplomatic breakthrough — but key elements of the deal remain disputed, with uncertainty over the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions relief and enforcement mechanisms. »»»
RSFF extends 48-hour film challenge deadline
JEDDAH: The Red Sea Film Foundation has extended the application deadline for the sixth edition of the 48-hour film challenge to July 4. This will give more young Saudi citizens and residents the opportunity to take part in the initiative aimed at discovering and supporting emerging filmmakers. Org»»»
Netanyahu and Trump on collision course as US, Iran agree to halt war and Israel refuses to leave Lebanon – Ya Libnan
Share: Photo-U.S. President Donald Trump speaks next to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu upon arrival for meetings at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 29, 2025. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst Benjamin Netanyahu bet that his joint war alongside Donald Trump would toppl»»»
US-Iran breakthrough wins broad international backing amid hopes for regional stability
The agreement on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States and Iran has drawn widespread international support, with governments and international organisations hailing it as a major diplomatic breakthrough that could help reduce tensions in the Middle East, safeguard global tra»»»
Press Review - 'Gwynocide': Could Gwyneth Paltrow be cancelled over her Israeli real estate ad?
PRESS REVIEW – Monday, June 15: Papers discuss the US-Iran "truce of convenience". According to the Israeli paper Haaretz, Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu is humiliated by Donald Trump. The US president has just turned 80, but is "really uncomfortable with ageing". Finally, could Gwyneth Paltrow get ca»»»
Macron to meet Trump at the Palace of Versailles after G7 summit in France
French President Emmanuel Macron will meet US President Donald Trump over dinner at the Palace of Versailles following the G7 summit of leading industrialised nations, which will take place next week in French lakeside town of Evian-les-Bains. The dinnerWednesday will mark the 250th »»»
'This is our culture': Japan fans clean up World Cup stadium
Arlington, United States: Japan fans left the stands spotless after their World Cup opener against the Netherlands in Texas on Sunday, saying it was "Japanese culture" to tidy up after themselves. Spectators stayed behind after the 2-2 draw to make sure they left the stadium as they found it, metic»»»
US-Iran Peace Deal Could Collapse Due to Israel - Analyst
It’s up to the Americans to control Israel otherwise the whole deal would blow up, veteran war correspondent and political analyst Elijah J. Magnier told Sputnik. Looking after Israel will be “a difficult task” for Trump now that Iran accepted US and mediators’ concessions that the Islamic Republic»»»
Qatari diplomacy emerges as key force behind US-Iran breakthrough
Doha Qatari diplomacy, in close coordination with several international and regional parties, succeeded in narrowing the gaps and bringing the viewpoints closer between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, leading to the formulation of initial understandings, culminating i»»»
Shura Council welcomes US-Iran accord, advances national strategy to combat childhood obesity
The Shura Council on Monday welcomed the agreement reached between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran on a memorandum of understanding aimed at resolving outstanding issues between the two countries, while also adopting a comprehensive set of recommendations to tackle childhood obes»»»
Kuwait reopens Terminal 4 for select Gulf, international flights
Kuwait International Airport has announced the limited resumption of operations for Gulf, Arab and international airlines through Terminal 4. The decision was confirmed by the Public Authority of Civil Aviation in a statement carried by KUNA on Sunday. The authority said coordination will be carrie»»»
New Structure, Lineup of Movement for Rights and Freedoms Central Operative Bureau
"Movement for Rights and Freedoms [MRF] leader Delyan Peevski made changes to the structure and line-up of the party's Central Operative Bureau at a regular meeting of the Central Council on Monday," the MRF said in a press release. "The proposed changes respond to an analysis of the condition of t»»»
UAE President discusses bilateral ties and regional developments with President Sisi
Cairo: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today met with Egyptian President His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi during a fraternal visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt. The two leaders discussed the strong relations between the UAE and Egypt and cooperation across various »»»
Djedovic Handanovic receives UAE ambassador
BELGRADE - Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Djedovic Handanovic met with UAE Ambassador to Belgrade Ahmed Almenhali on Monday to discuss cooperation in the energy sector and renewable energy projects being developed by UAE state-owned companies. In an Instagram post, Djedovic Handanov»»»
US-Iran deal a 'catastrophe' for Israel, analysts say
The U.S.-Iran agreement to conclude the Middle East war is a significant strategic setback for Israel and underscores its waning influence in Washington, Israeli analysts said. Although the accord, announced by Pakistan early Monday, remains incomplete and is expected to be finalized within 60 days»»»
Saudi Arabia among teams wearing cooling vests at World Cup 2026
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s footballers are set to use high-tech cooling devices with a pre-frozen gel lining to combat high temperatures during the FIFA World Cup. The Green Falcons kick off their campaign against Uruguay at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on Tuesday, when temperatures are expected to reach »»»
Hezbollah thanks Iran for deal inclusion, tells residents not to return to border towns
Hezbollah thanked its backer Iran on Monday for insisting that Lebanon, where Israel and the militants have been at war, be included in the deal to end the Middle East conflict. "Hezbollah expresses its profound gratitude" to Iran's leaders, forces and people "for their steadfast support of Lebanon»»»
Iran says US committed to compensations, releasing frozen funds under deal
Iran's foreign ministry said on Monday that Tehran still holds "deep mistrust" of the United States despite an agreed framework aimed at ending the war. "Unfortunately, it must be acknowledged that Iran's deep mistrust of the United States stems from long history of wrongdoing by American leaders,"»»»
Over 40 wild reem gazelle births signal species’ rebound in Saudi reserve
RIYADH: In northeast Saudi Arabia, the threatened reem gazelle is breeding again in the wild at Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve, an early sign that protection measures are translating into recovery on the ground. More than 40 Arabian reem gazelle birth cases were recorded from the start of 20»»»
EGX Rallies as Egyptian Investors Rebuild Positions
Domestic Buyers Lead Broad-Based Recovery Following Week of Profit-Taking Cairo — Egyptian equities staged a strong recovery on Sunday as domestic investors returned to the market following a week of profit-taking, lifting all major indices and reversing a significant portion of recent losses. The »»»
President banks not on bloggers, but on economy of tomorrow — State Tax Service - | 24.KG
On June 12, the President of Kyrgyzstan signed a decree on measures to improve the tax system and tax administration. According to the document, software and information system developers, bloggers, startups, film, video, and television program producers, and other creative professionals are exempt»»»
Egypt signs deal with China’s ROX Motor to drive local auto production
RIYADH: Egypt’s automotive industry is set to receive a boost after China’s ROX Motor partnered with Ezz El Arab El Sewedy Industrial Investment Group to manufacture vehicles locally and expand export capacity. The venture will produce ROX range-extended electric vehicle models locally, advancing t»»»
Spotlight - Former Tory MP and military officer on PM Starmer's 'rope-a-dope' week
The British prime minister is once again fighting for his political survival, on the back foot after his defence secretary and armed forces minister quit the government over complaints of a lack of military spending and sufficient commitment to keep Britain safe from the spectre of Russian attack. »»»
G7 summit opens in France with Ukraine war, new US-Iran agreement on agenda
The memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran was announced on the eve of the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, where leaders from some of the world’s wealthiest nations will begin meeting Monday. Gathered in the Alps through Wednesday, they will also discuss the war i»»»
Israel strikes Beirut, accuses Hezbollah of cease-fire violation - UPI.com
People stand near the site of an apartment targeted by an Israeli airstrike in Beirut’s southern suburbs on Sunday. Photo by Wael Hamzeh/EPA June 14 (UPI) -- The Israeli military launched an attack on Hezbollah targets in Beirut on Sunday, accusing the group of violating a cease-fire agreement earl»»»
Deadly Russian strikes set landmark Kyiv monastery ablaze
Kyiv, Ukraine: An overnight Russian barrage of missiles killed at least 11 people across Ukraine and sparked a fire at one of the most important Orthodox monasteries in the capital, Kyiv said Monday. AFP journalists across Kyiv witnessed residents running through the streets seeking shelter through»»»
Startups, industry leaders gather in Delhi for India Space Congress
NEW DELHI: Policymakers, representatives of global space agencies and industry leaders gathered in New Delhi on Monday for the India Space Congress 2026 to discuss new partnerships, market creation and industrial scale-up. Organized by the Space Industry Association of India, the congress is one of»»»