France24 23m

Trump says US 'not finished' attacking Iran as conflict widens

President Donald Trump said the US was "not finished" attacking Iran on Tuesday as the conflict widened, with Tehran launching strikes on Gulf states and its Houthi allies threatening to blockade Saudi ports. The escalation came amid fresh US strikes, rising military casualties and continued diplom»»»

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Gulf News 23m

Ram Kapoor–Shreya Kalra Lock Upp reality show row: When ‘just affectionate’ clashes with consent and personal boundaries

Dubai: Reality television has always thrived on conflict and drama (ok, melodrama), but every so often a controversy escapes the confines of a game show and taps into a much larger societal conversation. The latest row involving veteran television actor Ram Kapoor and Lock Upp Season 2 contestant S»»»

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Gulf News 28m

Trump threatens to strike Pickaxe Mountain tunnel complex in central Iran 'pretty soon'

US President Donald Trump said that the United States could strike Iran's heavily-fortified Pickaxe Mountain tunnel complex "pretty soon," escalating pressure on Tehran as tensions over its nuclear programme and regional military activities continue to rise. Speaking to reporters, Trump suggested t»»»

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BNE 38m

Turkish readywear retailer Koton’s stock damaged by Ukrainian bombing of Wildberries warehouses in Russia

Inventory of Turkish fashion retailer Koton (KOTON) held at fulfillment centres belonging to Russian ecommerce giant Wildberries has been damaged by Ukrainian drone attacks, Koton said on July 20. The apparel group said the damaged stocks at two major Wildberries logistics facilities was equiv»»»

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Sana 1h

UN Arria-formula meeting backs Syria’s transitional justice and missing persons efforts

New York, July 21 (SANA) An Arria-formula meeting of the UN Security Council on Tuesday focused on transitional justice and missing persons in Syria, with Syrian officials outlining new national mechanisms and international partners voicing support for a victim centered process that upholds truth, »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Suicidal ex-US Army soldier jailed on arson charge after fiery attack on New York's Manhattan federal building

New York: A former US Army soldier was charged with arson and jailed without bail after prosecutors say he confessed to carrying out a fiery attack on a Manhattan federal office building where immigration hearings are held. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply cl»»»

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Gulf News 1h

US tightens naval blockade on Iran: 8 commercial ships redirected, 1 vessel disabled

US forces under the Central Command have redirected eight commercial vessels and disabled one ship in the latest enforcement actions under Washington's naval blockade of Iran as the maritime campaign expands alongside a widening conflict between the two countries. The latest operation comes as the »»»

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RT 1h

UK migrant racket: One village has had enough

The small, leafy, village of Piddington has voted to hold a referendum for independence from the United Kingdom because the government is planning on dumping over 1,000 illegal aliens into the village of just 370 people. The vote came after the Home Office – the United Kingdom’s lead government dep»»»

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Ya Libnan 1h

Lebanese army enters southern town after Israeli withdrawal, as per the framework deal – Ya Libnan

Share: Soldiers wait at the entrance of Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh village, southern Lebanon, as Lebanese troops deploy in the area following the withdrawal of Israeli forces under a U.S.-brokered plan, July 21, 2026. REUTERS/Zohra Bensemra Summary Lebanese troops enter town after Israeli troops leave are»»»

Gulf News 2h

Nigerian gang abducts at least 40 people: local sources

An armed "bandit" gang kidnapped more than 40 people in northwestern Nigeria over the weekend, a survivor of the attacks and a local government chairman told AFP late on Tuesday. Kidnappings have become a key moneymaking strategy for armed groups in Nigeria, including militants in the northeast and»»»

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Gulf News 2h

2 married couples from Honduras were among 5 adults who drowned in an Ohio river

POWELL, Ohio: The skies were mostly clear and weeks of sweltering heat had finally broken as 33-year-old Jose Mario Pineda Dias and his 28-year-old wife, Marina Suyapa Regalado, set out with their two children for some leisurely fishing in an Ohio river. A second Honduran couple and an adult friend»»»

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UPI 2h

Zelensky dismisses Ukrainian military leader Oleksandr Syrskyi after protests - UPI.com

1 of 2 | Demonstrators hold signs Saturday in support of Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's former defense minister, during a protest in central Kyiv, Ukraine. On Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed military commander Oleksandr Syrskyi and said he's offered Fedorov a new position. Photo by Ser»»»

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BNE 3h

Turkish readywear retailer Koton’s stock damaged by Ukrainian bombing of Wildberries warehouses in Russia

Inventory of Turkish fashion retailer Koton (KOTON) held at fulfillment centres belonging to Russian ecommerce giant Wildberries has been damaged by Ukrainian drone attacks, Koton said on July 20. The apparel group said the damaged stocks at two major Wildberries logistics facilities was equiv»»»

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Arab News 3h

Hundreds flee as wildfire rips through southern France

COTIGNAC, France: A fast-moving wildfire erupted Tuesday in southern France, forcing hundreds out of their homes as nearly 1,000 firefighters and water-bombing aircraft battled to stop the blaze. The fire swept through wooded hills in the Var region, burning 1,700 hectares (4,200 acres) in just a f»»»

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Arab News 3h

Trump administration pushes ahead with plans to reopen the US embassy in Libya

WASHINGTON: The State Department has informed Congress that it plans to move ahead with the potential reopening of the US Embassy in Libya, proposing to allocate nearly $41 million to restore America’s formal diplomatic presence in the North African nation after a near 14-year absence. The departme»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

3rd Pakistan Mango Festival concludes on a record high

The 3rd Pakistan Mango Festival concluded successfully at Souq Waqif, attracting 84,600 visitors and recording sales of 174,152 kilograms of fresh Pakistani mangoes, marking a new milestone for the annual event. Organised by the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in collaboration with Souq»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Enjoy summer at Qatar’s climate-controlled lifestyle destinations

Tribune News Network Doha Summer in Qatar is increasingly defined by experiences that extend beyond indoor spaces. Across the country, a growing number of outdoor destinations have been thoughtfully designed to enhance open-air living, allowing residents and visitors to continue enjoying vibrant pu»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Tasweer opens applications for 2026-27 residency programme

Tribune News Network DOHA Tasweer Photo Festival Qatar has opened applications for the 2026–27 Tasweer Residency inviting photographers and visual storytellers based in Qatar, age 21 and above, to apply for its second edition. The five-month residency programme supports each resident’s artistic dev»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

At Katara summer camps, every day is an exciting experience

The summer activities at Katara, which kicked off with 190 participants taking part in a diverse lineup of cultural, artistic, scientific, educational, and entertainment activities,will continue until July 29. The summer camps organised by the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) are part of its on»»»

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Qatar Tribune 3h

Qatar: Iran attacks blatant violation of our sovereignty, unacceptable escalation

QNA New York The State of Qatar has sent two identical letters to Secretary-General of the United Nations Antonio Guterres and Permanent Representative of the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of July, Zenon Mukongo Ngay, rega»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

US President pledges assistance to Lebanon

Washington: US President Donald Trump pledged to provide significant assistance to Lebanon. Speaking at a press conference following his meeting with Lebanese President Gen. Joseph Aoun at the White House Tuesday, Trump said the Israeli army is in the process of withdrawing from southern Lebanon an»»»

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Jordan Times 3h

UAE to invest $6.2b in Abu Dhabi gas project

ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates' state oil giant ADNOC is to invest $6.2 billion in an Abu Dhabi natural gas development project, the firm announced on Tuesday.In a statement, ADNOC said it took the $6.2 billion final investment decision to develop the offshore Umm Shaif Gas Cap with France's »»»

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Arab News 4h

ALTAWKILAT Motorsport announces launch of third edition of Aramco F4 Saudi Arabian Championship

JEDDAH: Under the sporting regulations of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation, ALTAWKILAT Motorsport has announced the launch of the third edition of the Aramco F4 Saudi Arabian Championship, the Kingdom’s first FIA-certified national single-seater championship. The 2026 season will be t»»»

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BNE 4h

Russia responds to Wildberries warehouse strike with largest bombardment of the war

Russia carried out its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv on the night of July 18, as the brutal tit-for-tat missile war continues to escalate. “Last night’s attack was one of the largest Russian ballistic missile attacks to date. Kyiv and the Kyiv region were the Russians’ primary target,”»»»

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France24 4h

Zelensky sacks Ukraine army chief Oleksandr Syrsky

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday dismissed Ukraine's military leader Oleksandr Syrsky following public pressure and named Major ​General ‌Mykhailo ⁠Drapaty, an ally of ousted defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, as new commander-in-chief. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said T»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Prime Minister receives phone call from Oman's Foreign Minister

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a telephone call from HE Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Sultanate of Oman Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi. During the call, they discussed bilateral relations and ways»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Prime Minister receives phone call from Bahrain's Foreign Minister

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held a phone call with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain HE Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al Zayani. During the call, they discussed bilateral relations and ways to suppor»»»

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UPI 5h

Defense Department identifies soldier killed in Iraq - UPI.com

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks in April during a House Armed Services Committee hearing at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. On Tuesday, the Department of Defense released the name of a soldier killed Sunday in Iraq while supporting U.S. attacks on Iran. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI |»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Prime Minister holds phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani held a phone call with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia HH Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah Al Saud. During the call, they discussed bilateral relations »»»

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UPI 5h

Canada wildfire smoke to be a periodic problem into August across Midwest, Northeast - UPI.com

Smoke from wildfires in Canada creates a haze over the Andy Warhol Bridge in Pittsburgh on Friday. Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI. | License Photo More episodes of wildfire smoke are in the offing for parts of Canada and the midwestern and northeastern United States, as the weather pattern in the co»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

US cuts tariffs on Jordanian goods to 10%

Washington: Jordan and the United States signed Tuesday a reciprocal trade agreement aimed at strengthening bilateral economic ties and providing exporters from both countries with greater access to each other's markets. Under the deal, the US will reduce reciprocal tariffs imposed on Jordanian goo»»»

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Gulf News 5h

UAE NRIs: 10 days to ITR deadline — 8 last-minute filing questions answered

Dubai: UAE-based Indians who need to file an Indian Income Tax Return have until July 31, 2026, to submit it for income earned during the 2025-26 financial year. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The return relates to Assessment Year 2026-27. India’»»»

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Gulf News 5h

France bans social media for children under 15 in landmark first

Paris: French lawmakers on Tuesday adopted a bill banning children under 15 from using social media, making France the first country in the European Union to approve a blanket ban on the platforms as concerns grow worldwide over the harmful effects of digital content on kids. Both chambers of the P»»»

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UPI 5h

HHS to cut more than $1 billion from Minnnesota, California Medicaid - UPI.com

Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stands during a press conference about withholding Medicaid funds from Minnesota and California Tuesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 21 (UPI) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said Tuesday it is withhol»»»

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Arab News 5h

Kuwaitis rationing electricity after power grid attack

KUWAIT CITY: Residents of Kuwait, one of the world’s hottest countries, are cutting their use of air conditioning at the height of summer, as Iranian strikes on power plants turn rationing into a national priority. Kuwaiti authorities have called on the public to consume less energy so that they ca»»»

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Arab News 6h

Middle Eastern airline execs project stability despite conflict

FARNBOROUGH: The Middle East’s aviation sector is open ‌for business, aviation executives representing regional businesses, including Emirates’ President Tim Clark, said on Tuesday, seeking to ease worries about spiraling conflict. Middle Eastern carriers have seen their traffic drop since the Isra»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Abdullah bin Zayed, Egyptian FM discuss latest regional developments

Abu Dhabi: Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates. During the meeting, held in Abu Dhabi, the two sides discussed developments i»»»

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Arab News 6h

Middle Eastern airline execs project stability despite conflict

FARNBOROUGH: The Middle East’s aviation sector is open ‌for business, aviation executives representing regional businesses, including Emirates’ President Tim Clark, said on Tuesday, seeking to ease worries about spiraling conflict. Middle Eastern carriers have seen their traffic drop since the Isra»»»

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Arab News 6h

Argentina represented themselves in ‘best possible way’ at World Cup: Fernandez

LONDON: Enzo Fernandez insists Argentina represented themselves in the “best possible way” at the World Cup despite the Chelsea midfielder’s red card in the final and a host of ugly incidents in their controversial campaign. Fernandez was sent off for a second booking after clattering into Spain’s »»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Qatar condemns renewed Iranian attacks on Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait

Doha: The State of Qatar has strongly condemned renewed Iranian attacks against Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait, including the targeting of the Kuwaiti tanker Kaifan while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement on Tuesday, Qatar's Foreign Ministry said the attacks constituted a "flagrant violat»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

SalamAir launches direct Muscat-Kigali flights with inaugural service to Rwanda

Kigali: The inaugural flight of SalamAir, Oman's low-cost carrier, arrived at Kigali International Airport from Muscat on Tuesday, marking the start of direct flights between Oman and Rwanda. On Monday in Muscat, Rwanda's ambassador to Oman Dan Munyuza and SalamAir chief executive officer Adrian Ha»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 6h

Municipalities do not want landscape resolutions

Only slightly more than 80 Polish municipalities have adopted landscape resolutions regulating outdoor advertising, small architectural structures, and fences. The Ministry of Development and Technology is reviewing whether the current voluntary system effectively addresses visual advertising clutt»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

US President says Iran must be ready for meaningful talks

Washington: US President Donald Trump has affirmed that Iran wants to hold talks with the United States but stressed that starting talks depends on Tehran's readiness to hold what he described as "meaningful talks." Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Trump said the Iranians "want to meet desperately", »»»

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Daily News Egypt 6h

Foreign minister outlines Egypt’s 2026-2031 national human rights strategy to European Parliament delegation

Egypt is currently drafting its second five-year National Human Rights Strategy for the 2026-2031 period to consolidate the values of democracy, citizenship, and the rule of law, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty told a European Parliamen»»»

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Arab News 6h

30-year-old US soldier slain in Iraq leaves behind son, daughter

BAGHDAD: A US soldier killed in Iraq during a controlled detonation of an Iranian drone was a 30-year-old father from North Carolina who had served for nearly a decade, according to a military statement Tuesday and his family. Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton, of Fayetteville, will receive a Bronze St»»»

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UPI 6h

Lebanon education minister: War-hit sector needs 10-15 years to recover - UPI.com

Lebanese Education Minister Rima Karami describes what it will take to put the country's educational system back together. Photo courtesy of Lebanese Education Ministry. BEIRUT, Lebanon, July 21 (UPI) -- Lebanon's education sector, which has been in a protracted crisis since the country's 2019 fina»»»

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UPI 6h

Watch: Famous bald eagle Jackie recovering from attack in California - UPI.com

July 21 (UPI) -- A famous bald eagle who went missing from her California nest was found unable to fly after an attack, but veterinarians said she seems to have evaded major injuries. Jackie, a bald eagle who, along with partner Shadow, became famous as the subjects of a livestream camera set up by»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

Environmental Group Warns of Growing Motorization and Slow Shift to Cleaner Vehicles

An environmental association called For the Earth insists on a comprehensive policy combining stricter emissions controls, renewal of Bulgaria's vehicle fleet, expansion of public transport and measures to reduce excessive reliance on private cars. The organization made the call following an analys»»»

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France24 7h

As he hosts the Lebanese president, Trump says the US 'will help' the country

US and Lebanese Presidents Donald Trump and Joseph Aoun met for the first time ever on July 20, as Trump hosted his Lebanese counterpart in the White House. This comes as the Lebanese army is taking over pilot safe zones in South Lebanon as pressure builds on the government to disarm Hezbollah and »»»

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