US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth told a group of NATO defence ministers Thursday that Washington will carry out a sweeping review of its military presence in Europe. The Pentagon chief slammed some European allies for failing to provide US forces access to bases in Europe during the US-Israeli war»»»

The US and Iran have signed an agreement paving the way to an end of the war between the two countries and starting a 60-day negotiating clock to reach a final deal. Although US President Donald Trump has hailed the deal a success, it has been met with criticism as many denounce concessions made to»»»

BENGHAZI: Libya ‌has successfully drilled a well in its Al-Khair oilfield with production ​rates of 3,209 barrels per day and 1.948 million cubic feet of associated gas per day, the state-owned firm NOC said on Thursday. The NOC said in a ‌statement that ‌the tests ​of ‌the ⁠initial well, ​drilled »»»

Israeli commanders and soldiers currently involved in the fighting in Lebanon say the Israeli army has changed its open-fire rules in recent days, reducing troops' ability to "prevent and respond to Hezbollah attacks" and leaving soldiers vulnerable. "The open-fire rules right now are only to remov»»»

CAIRO: The number of Palestinians ‌killed by Israeli fire in Gaza has reached more than 1,000 since a US-brokered ceasefire last October, the enclave’s health ministry said ​on Thursday, as at least three people were reported killed in the latest strike. Medics said an Israeli strike hit a vehicle »»»

Adnan Kaour returned on Thursday to check on his home in southern Lebanon's coastal city of Tyre — once known as an idyllic summer getaway spot — just a week after Israel issued warnings for all of its residents to evacuate. The warnings were followed by sweeping airstrikes on the city. What Kaour »»»

The parliamentary group of the Movement for Rights and Freedoms (MRF) has submitted a package of draft laws concerning the rights of representatives of the Turkish and Muslim communities, including those who were affected by the so-called “Revival Process” (an internationally condemned assimilation»»»

Dozens of Doctors Without Borders staff have been accused of sexually abusing Sudanese refugees in Chad, adding that it dismissed 18 workers after investigations found "serious misconduct". A report accused staff members of targeting underaged girls and trading food or jobs for sex.»»»

Gunfire and explosions were heard at the airport in Niger's capital Niamey early Thursday, according to witnesses, and security forces had blocked off the area, residents said. Explosions and sustained gunfire that lasted more than an hour were heard early Thursday morning ​at the ‌airport in Niame»»»

Kenya's President William Ruto attended the G7 summit after its host, French President Emmanuel Macron, invited him during the Africa Forward summit held in Nairobi a few weeks earlier. Ruto used the platform to advocate for Africa to be better recognised by international institutions. FRANCE 24's »»»

Gaming cafés have become a common sight on the streets of Cairo, especially in poorer neighbourhoods. Egyptians hold a world record for time spent gaming per day, with an average of 1 hour and 43 minutes daily. Some 43.5 percent of young gamers in Egypt are considered to be addicted. In February, t»»»

Men in northern Benin are being forced to face the uncomfortable realities of women who love them and live with them. A training programme is raising awareness about men can make a huge difference in alleviating the health risks and social pressures placed on women in some conservative communities.»»»

With the French healthcare system now reimbursing the anti-obesity drugs Wegovy and Mounjaro, we explain what the strict conditions are to benefit from them. We discuss France's rates of obesity and the areas where they're highest. Finally, we discuss the common stereotype that French people don't »»»

ROME: The long-term planning behind Saudi Arabia’s east-to-west oil pipeline provided a lifeline for global energy markets during the Strait of Hormuz closure caused by the war in Iran, Public Investment Fund Governor Yasir Al-Rumayyan told the FII Priority Europe summit on Thursday. Speaking at th»»»

The UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer has insisted he will fight to stay in his role if a leadership challenge is launched by Andy Burnham. But before any such contest unfolds, Burnham must win a seat in parliament, which he is hoping to do on June 18 in a by-election in the Makerfield constituency»»»

Two favourites made their entry into the World Cup on June 18, with two very different results. While Portugal did less well than expected, drawing with DR Congo, England had a great start, beating Croatia 4 to 2 and cementing its status as favourite of the competition.»»»

LONDON: British mosques have been advised to beef up security measures, including holding lockdown drills, to prepare in case of attacks. The recommendations in a framework by the Muslim Council of Britain suggest that mosques forge closer ties with local police and improve CCTV around premises ami»»»

SOUTHAMPTON, USA: For all the concern at the US Open about wind and Shinnecock Hills drying out, another weather issue popped up Thursday morning. Thirty minutes after it began, play was stopped by fog. Fourteen players managed to post scores — no birdies among them — before the horn sounded to sto»»»

ABIDJAN: Forward Elye Wahi will miss Ivory Coast’s second World Cup match against Germany after he was denied a visa to enter Canada, the Ivorian federation said on Thursday. “The administrative authorizations necessary for his entry into Canadian territory have not been obtained at this stage,” th»»»

RIYADH: Social entrepreneurship — the creation of businesses willing to tackle social, cultural, or environmental challenges — can play a major role in Saudi Arabia’s development, experts in the nonprofit sector told an event in Riyadh this week. The Social Entrepreneurship Week organized by the En»»»

Prime Minister Rumen Radev said Bulgaria will not back European sanctions that could harm the national economy or energy sector, as debate continues in the EU over the 21st package of measures against Russia. Speaking to journalists in Sofia ahead of the European Council meeting in Brussels, he que»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have recovered cash lost by an Arab tourist in a shopping centre and transferred it to her bank account in her home country, locating it within two hours and reaching her shortly after she had already left the UAE. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now »»»

Amazon.com Inc has agreed in principle to buy Dubai-based internet retailer Souq.com, one of the best-known names in the Middle East’s online shopping market, sources familiar with the deal said on Wednesday. Souq.com, which sells consumer electronics, fashion, household items and other goods, lays»»»

Over the past two and a half years, Israel has taken control of swaths of Gaza, Lebanon and Syria that amount to its biggest expansion of militarily occupied lands in decades. It is an area larger than many major cities — roughly 1,000 square kilometers (386 square miles) — and Israel has said it p»»»

Qatar, a key negotiator in the deal to end the war between the U.S. and Iran, said on Thursday the agreement served as a firm basis for further talks. The Gulf state's foreign ministry said in a statement that the deal "represents a solid foundation for advancing to the next stage of negotiations b»»»

Bulgaria recycles less than 17% of its household waste, far below the European Union average of around 48%, Environment and Water Minister Rositsa Karamfilova said on Thursday. Speaking at the National Meeting of Local and Central Executive Authorities in Sofia, organized by the National Associatio»»»

Prime Minister Rumen Radev will take part in the regular meeting of the European Council in Brussels on June 18 and 19, the Government Information Service said on Thursday. EU heads of state and government will discuss key international and European issues, including the Multiannual Financial Frame»»»

Former economy minister Nikolay Vassilev argued that Bulgaria currently shows the fastest inflation growth in the eurozone, attributing the trend to a combination of fiscal policy, external shocks, and rising incomes. He dismissed concerns over short-term price movements, saying, “I would not like »»»

PARIS - A delegation of the Serbian Ministry of Defence, headed by Acting Assistant Minister for Material Resources Nenad Miloradovic, visited the Eurosatory 2026 international arms fair in Paris on Wednesday. At the Jugoimport SDPR booth, contracts were signed with French defence sector companies »»»

At the command post, the minister heard reports from the group commander and staff officers on the current situation, Russia’s Ministry of Defense said. The commander of the battlegroup, Colonel General Yevgeny Nikiforov, reported to the Defence Minister on the advance of troops along the line of c»»»

The New Development Bank (NDB), the multilateral lender established by the original BRICS bloc members, is providing South Africa with a $1bn loan to help finance infrastructure upgrades in the country's eight largest so-called metropolitan municipalities. The funding will be used to improve water »»»

Uganda's €2.7bn ($3.1bn) Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project could be under threat, with Chief of Defence Forces Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba proclaiming on June 16 that the contract awarded to Turkey’s Yapi Merkezi had been “cancelled”. There has been no confirmation or denial from the government mini»»»

SICO Capital licensed by the Capital Market Authority and a wholly owned subsidiary of SICO BSC (c), a leading regional asset manager, broker, and investment bank with direct presence in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, today announced the launch of the SICO GCC Dividends Fund, The Fund marks SI»»»

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In a show of the pragmatic good relations that continue between Russia and Uzbekistan, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin praised the economic and trade ties between the two countries at the plenary session of the fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) on June 17. “Russia is amo»»»

Tunis, June 18, 2026 (TAP) – Tunisia’s energy trade deficit, including royalties from Algerian gas exports, rose by 19% at the end of April 2026, reaching 4,222 million dinars (MD), compared with 3,548 MD in the same period of 2025, according to the...»»»

Tunis, June 18, 2026 (TAP) – Tunisia’s primary energy balance recorded a deficit of 2 million tonnes of oil equivalent (Mtoe) at the end of April 2026, up 13% compared with the same period in 2025, including transit fees, according to the latest...»»»

Is it better to persuade or to confront? French leader Emmanuel Macron is opting for the royal treatment with Donald Trump at Versailles, what with a dinner to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the King of France's support for the birth of a new nation. It's all about keeping the US president on b»»»

The summer tourist season has officially opened on Jahorina today, offering a variety of activities and benefits over the next three months. Director of the Olympic Center “Jahorina” Igor Žiljak said that a 50 percent discount has been prepared for citizens of all former Yugoslav countries for this»»»

LAHORE: The Lahore High Court on Thursday restrained the Punjab government from taking any further action regarding the 11.5-kanal Ewing Hall property belonging to Forman Christian College University (FCCU), following a dispute over the cancellation of its lease, Dawn reported. Justice Ahmad Nadeem»»»

“I still wake up in the middle of the night whenever I hear a loud sound.” For Rene, not his real name, the fear did not end when he finally returned home to the Philippines. After weeks stranded near the Strait of Hormuz during the height of tensions between the United States and Iran, sleep remai»»»

KYIV: Russia has handed Ukraine the remains of 522 people it identified as killed soldiers, officials said on Thursday, one of the few acts of cooperation between the warring countries. “As a result of the repatriation efforts, the bodies of 522 deceased individuals have been returned to Ukraine,” »»»

JERUSALEM: The Israeli military said on Thursday it will continue operating in southern Lebanon and “remove threats” beyond its so-called security zone, after the US and Iran signed an agreement to end the Middle East war, including in Lebanon. The military published a map of its declared “security»»»

June 17 (UPI) -- An animal control officer responded to the front porch of a South Carolina home where a resident found an alligator "posted up right at the front door." The Berkeley County Sheriff's Office said on social media that its Animal Control officer was dispatched to a home off Charlesfor»»»

Improving transport connectivity across Bulgaria will help place all regions on an equal footing and reduce long-standing regional disparities, Regional Development and Public Works Minister Ivan Shishkov said on Thursday. Speaking at a National Meeting of Local and Central Executive Authorities in»»»

Berlin, June 18 (SANA) The 29th Arab-German Business Forum opened on Thursday in Berlin, bringing together senior government officials, diplomats, and business leaders from across the Arab world and Germany to discuss expanding economic cooperation and investment opportunities. The opening session »»»

A 14-year-old girl was trapped under rubble during the demolition of a building in Zhidelik neighborhood of Osh. The incident occurred today at around 12.30 p.m. on Oshskaya Street, where work is underway to widen the road to the airport. According to lawyer Tologon Keldibaev, special equipment arr»»»

Far-right MEPs in the plenary in Strasbourg on Wednesday (17 June) chanted “send them back”, with some pumping their fists, after the EU’s deportation bill was voted through with a clear majority. “It’s up to them how they want to yell and scream. It’s not my type of politics, it’s not how I am as »»»

Abu Dhabi: Changer.ae Limited, a regulated virtual asset custodian based in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with DeScript Labs INC, a provider of digital asset settlement and merchant technology solutions. The MOU establishes a framework for collaborat»»»

Johannesburg: A South African court has convicted and fined a rhino horn trafficking "mastermind", ending a trial spanning 15 years, police said Thursday, describing it as the world's largest such case. The country is home to most of the world's rhinos and is a hotspot for poaching driven by demand»»»