Israeli authorities are directly involved in settler attacks that have killed, injured and displaced Palestinians in the occupied West Bank, while Israeli security forces provide protection to settlers, a UN inquiry said on Tuesday. The report by the Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinia»»»

The tenuous ceasefire in the Middle East has held up, sometimes barely, despite being shaken by repeated flare-ups over the past two months. But it is now coming the closest yet to blowing apart and sending the region back into full-scale war — and the detonator is Lebanon. Israeli strikes against »»»

Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants killed six paramilitary personnel and abducted eight others during an attack on a checkpoint in northwestern Pakistan, security officials said on Tuesday. Dozens of members of the militant group, which claimed responsibility for the attack, stormed a check»»»

TEHRAN: Iran’s football federation on Tuesday said the United States has revoked its allocation of tickets for its World Cup group games, accusing the co-host of obstructing the attendance of Iranian supporters under the shadow of a bitter diplomatic row. The US has presented a number of bureaucrat»»»

The Middle East is bracing for war again. Iran fired missiles at Israel late Sunday in the first such bombardment in the two months since a ceasefire. Israel launched airstrikes early Monday targeting central and western Iran in response. The truce in the Iran war that was reached in April has not »»»

GENERAL SANTOS: Rescuers searched ruined buildings in the southern Philippines on Tuesday to ensure no one was still trapped a day after one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the country in a half-century killed at least 37 people and displaced more than 20,000. Only four people were considered m»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted it from the night of Monday 08-06-2026 until the dawn of Tuesday 09-06-2026 with successive rocket bar»»»

Hungary’s Minister for Economy and Energy, István Kapitány, has announced that he will donate his entire ministerial salary, becoming the first member of the new government to make such a personal commitment following the parliamentary vote on political pay cuts. The minister said he wanted to set »»»

Damascus, June 9 (SANA) Syria’s Minister of Agriculture Bassel al-Suwaidan and UAE Ambassador Hamad Rashid bin Alwan Al-Habsi discussed on Tuesday prospects for expanding cooperation and investment in the agricultural sector. The meeting, held at the Ministry of Agriculture in Damascus, focused on »»»

Dubai: Formula 1 fans planning to watch the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix next year can now book Yas Island’s 2026 race weekend packages, with prices starting from Dh4,091 for a three-night stay, breakfast, a four-day race ticket and access to the after-race concerts. Sign up for our daily business newslett»»»

It is to begin commercial sales in summer 2027, with a starting price of 150,000 Mexican pesos, equivalent to about $8,000. June 9 (UPI) -- Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum unveiled Olinia Uno, the first electric vehicle designed and developed in her country as part of a strategy to promote tech»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has amended the regulations governing the circulation of combat firearms, ammunition, and barrel-less weapons within state paramilitary organizations and special services. The main changes are related to the redistribution of powers following the creation of a»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a phone call today from the Amir of the State of Kuwait HH Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. During the call, they reviewed cooperation relations between the two countries, along with ways to support and strengthen them in or»»»

Israel's latest strikes on Lebanon and Iran have made clear that U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who started the war in lockstep, want different things. Trump had publicly warned Israel not to strike Beirut. When it did, on Sunday, Iran responded by firing»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe New Israeli Strikes Hit Tyre, Nabatieh, and Villages Across the South 09-06-2026 12:01 PM The Israeli aggression against southern Lebanon c»»»

SPEEDWELL has announced a new stage in the development of the PALTIM mixed-use retail and services ecosystem in Timișoara, as Colegiul Medicilor Stomatologi – Filiala Timiș and three medical clinics have chosen the project for their future locations. Together with the existing fitness area and coff»»»

Dubai: Global markets moved back into risk-on mode on Tuesday as investors returned to technology stocks, oil prices fell and gold struggled to recover after Israel and Iran signalled a pause in direct attacks. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.»»»

The Ministry of Industry and Minerals revealed yesterday that Tripoli Prime Minister, Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba, issued Decree No. (298) of 2026, establishing the “General Directorate for Industrial Regulation” within the organizational structure of the Ministry of Industry and Minerals. The Ministry o»»»

Mexico City: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday she could guarantee a peaceful World Cup opening ceremony this week, despite concern over ongoing protests. A teachers union has threatened demonstrations at Thursday's opening game between Mexico and South Africa in the capital if the»»»

The Zhogorku Kenesh Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security and Migration has approved a framework agreement between Kyrgyzstan and the International Development Association on a financing plan for 2026–2028. According to Deputy Finance Minister Nurbek Akzholov, $34 million of the tot»»»

For more than two years, hundreds of thousands of people in Gaza and Lebanon have lived in dread of Avichay Adraee's next social media post. Israel's Arabic-language military spokesman has been the animated face of its campaigns and the main source of warnings ahead of strikes and major offensives.»»»

Damascus, June 9 (SANA) The CEO of the Syrian Petroleum Company,of the Youssef Qablawi said major U.S. companies have expressed interest in investing in Syria’s oil and gas sector during talks held in Washington on Monday, as part of Syria’s participation in the World Energy Forum. Qablawi, speakin»»»

The Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council (QCC) has revealed that the new Nutri-Mark initiative enables consumers to instantly access clear nutritional information by scanning a QR code on products available across participating retail outlets. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf »»»

RIYADH: Qatar Central Bank’s international reserves and foreign currency liquidity climbed 1.52 percent year on year in May, reaching 262.06 billion Qatari riyals ($72 billion), according to official data. The figures released by the bank and carried by the national news agency showed that official»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index opened higher on Tuesday, gaining 219.04 points, or 2.17%, to reach 10,311 points, compared to the previous session's close, supported by all sectors. Market data showed gains in the Consumer Goods and Services sector by (+1.18%), Insurance »»»

Authorities evacuated hundreds of people from their seaside homes in New Zealand's capital on Tuesday as 11-meter (36-foot) waves lashed the coast. Wellington Mayor Andrew Little declared a state of emergency on the eve of the swells for seaside residents in Owhiro Bay, Island Bay, Houghton Bay and»»»

TUNIS, June 9 (TAP) – The weather, on Tuesday, will be generally fair across most regions, with occasional cloud cover expected over the western highlands of northern and central Tunisia.Winds will blow from the east. They will be relatively strong...»»»

Indian-American politician Nithya Raman has secured a place in the November runoff for mayor of Los Angeles, setting up a closely watched contest against incumbent Karen Bass and putting her within reach of becoming the first South Asian woman to lead America’s second-largest city. Raman, a progres»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched a new initiative that expands the range of expenses eligible for value-added tax (VAT) refunds for UAE nationals building new homes, in a move aimed at supporting families and reducing construction costs. Get updated faster and for FREE: Downl»»»

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the reconstitution of the board of directors of Emirates Health Services, chaired by Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh. The new board of directors includes Dr. Yousif Mohamme»»»

A large-scale illegal drug transportation has been intercepted in Kyrgyzstan’s Batken region, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported. According to the ministry, officers received information about an organized criminal group involved in the illegal transportation of a large consignment of drugs »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) hosted a meeting yesterday, with Mohamed bin Hassan Al Malki, Chairman of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority (Aqarat), in the presence of Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, Chairman of Qatar Chamber. Also present at the meeting were Mohamed bin Ahmed »»»

Doha: International organisations, specialised studies, and economic reports traditionally classify countries as either coastal states with direct access to maritime trade routes or landlocked nations lacking seaports and maritime outlets. However, ongoing geopolitical conflicts and regional crises»»»

GENEVA: Palestinian civilians are caught between “mass atrocities” of Israeli forces, settlers and Hamas’s brutal rule, a UN-mandated inquiry said Tuesday.Civilians across war-ravaged Gaza and the occupied West Bank are being “systematically and deliberately” subjected to severe rights violations, »»»

Bulgarian Deputy Foreign Minister Christo Polendakov discussed expanding bilateral cooperation with Armenia's Ambassador to Bulgaria Tsovinar Hambardzumyan, the Foreign Ministry said in a press release on Tuesday. Polendakov congratulated Armenia on the successful organization and conduct of its pa»»»

Doha, Qatar: Morocco head to the 2026 FIFA World Cup as Africa’s strongest team and one of the leading forces in Arab football, determined to build on the history they made four years ago in Qatar. The Atlas Lions have enjoyed remarkable success in recent years. Alongside their historic World Cup a»»»

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the reconstitution of the board of directors of Emirates Health Services, chaired by Ahmed bin Ali Al Sayegh. The new board of directors includes Dr. Yousif Mohamme»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s final pre-World Cup warm-up against El Salvador in Los Angeles offered another look at Julen Lopetegui’s evolving plans, with the head coach rotating heavily and using almost his entire squad in a goalless draw that carried more tactical value than result pressure. It was the f»»»

DUBAI: A recent report looking into the death of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil has found that Israeli forces allegedly prevented ambulance crews from reaching her for nearly four hours following an Israeli airstrike. Khalil, a 43-year-old correspondent for the Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar, was re»»»

New York City: Pop superstar Katy Perry and former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made their first official red carpet appearance together at the Tribeca Festival. According to People magazine, the couple posed for photographs on Monday, June 8, at the premiere of Perry's concert film, 'Kat»»»

He told us we were slaves - The fight for justice on a Scottish fishing trawler 3 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleChris ClementsScotland social affairs correspondent BBCKow Mensah and Joshua Amissah were told to work non-stop without enough food Joshua Amissah got up from his seat in th»»»

Dubai: Success is often measured by career growth, financial independence, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to society. For many Emirati people of determination, those milestones have historically been harder to reach, not because of ability, but because opportunities were limited. That i»»»

President Sadyr Japarov signed a new law «On the State Protocol of the Kyrgyz Republic.» The document was adopted by the Zhogorku Kenesh on April 22, 2026, replacing the previous law that had been in force since 2012. The law provides a detailed framework for receiving foreign delegations, official»»»

Russian strikes killed three people and wounded 10 others in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region, its governor said early Tuesday. "The enemy has hit the city of Chuguiv," Kharkiv regional governor Oleg Synegubov wrote on Telegram, adding that three people had been killed. "The strikes caused fir»»»

At least 100 people have died from Ebola less than a month after authorities declared an outbreak of the disease in eastern Congo, authorities said. Attacks on health workers from angry residents, skepticism among some locals and armed conflict in hot spots continue to challenge efforts to stop the»»»

Islamabad, Pakistan: The heads of the Pakistani and Lebanese armed forces agreed to boost cooperation on Tuesday as they met in Pakistan with peace talks over the Middle East war dragging on. Pakistan has been mediating between the United States and Iran to end the months-long conflict, with Tehran»»»

The enormous costs of Israel's multi-front war and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's determination to turn his country into a "super-Sparta" of the Middle East are driving up the defense budget and raising fears of cutbacks in education and healthcare. The total cost of the series of interconnect»»»

Retail trade volume in Romania, except trade of motor vehicles and motorcycles, decreased in the first four months of 2026 year-over-year, by 5.5%, seasonally adjusted, show data with the National Institute of Statistics (INS).The decrease was the result of falling retail sale of non-food products »»»

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched a new initiative that expands the range of expenses eligible for value-added tax (VAT) refunds for UAE nationals building new homes, in a move aimed at supporting families and reducing construction costs. Get updated faster and for FREE: Downl»»»

Kyrgyzstan will receive a $50 million loan from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank to support small and medium-sized businesses. The agreement was approved by the Parliament’s Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration. According to Deputy Finance Minister Nurbek Akz»»»