Arab News 11m

Netanyahu says Israel controls 60 percent of Gaza Strip

JERUSALEM: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces now control 60 percent of the Gaza Strip, suggesting troops have expanded into more of the Palestinian territory than set out in an October ceasefire plan. His comments come as Gaza remains gripped by daily violence, and as efforts to»»»

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UPI 12m

Andy Burnham campaign to challenge Keir Starmer gathers momentum - UPI.com

The Labour mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, arrives at Downing Street in London for a meeting with regional mayors on March 31. Burnham announced Thursday his intention to quit and challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the leadership of the party and the position of prime minister of »»»

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The Peninsula 15m

'Out of shape' Lukaku named in Belgium World Cup squad

Brussels, Belgium: Belgium coach Rudi Garcia named Romelu Lukaku in his World Cup squad on Friday despite saying Belgium's all-time record goalscorer was "out of shape". Lukaku, who has scored 89 goals in 124 international appearances, has struggled for form and fitness at Serie A club Napoli this »»»

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Arab News 23m

Food as a weapon of war: MSF’s says Israeli restrictions of aid resulted in alarming malnutrition in Gaza

DUBAI: Israeli restrictions on food and humanitarian aid have resulted in alarming levels of malnutrition in Gaza, with devastating consequences for pregnant women, newborns and infants, according to a new analysis by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). The medical charity said its data shows a sharp d»»»

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Tanjug 29m

Macut, Greek culture minister discuss advancement of cultural cooperation

BELGRADE - Serbian PM Djuro Macut received Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni in Belgrade on Friday to discuss advancement of cultural cooperation between the two countries, preservation of cultural heritage and strengthening of institutional ties between Serbia and Greece. "Macut stated that Serb»»»

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Gulf News 31m

Magnitude 6.3 earthquake hits northern Japan

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck northern Japan on Friday, the country's weather agency said, but no tsunami warning was issued and there were no immediate reports of damage. The quake hit at 8:22 pm (1122 GMT) in Pacific waters off northern Miyagi prefecture, according to the Japan Meteorological»»»

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DW 34m

US-China summit exposes Trump's limits on Iran war, Taiwan

ConflictsChinaUS-China summit exposes Trump's limits on Iran war, TaiwanAndrew Zi-Qi Fang Washington DC | Darko JanjevicDonald Trump hopes to have China help him end the war in Iran, but this goal seemed far from guaranteed as he wrapped up his two-day visit to Beijing. Xi Jinping, in turn, took th»»»

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Arab News 35m

Israel strikes Lebanon as talks in US enter second day

BEIRUT: Israel carried out new strikes in southern Lebanon that it said targeted the militant group Hezbollah on Friday, hours before the two countries’ envoys were set to meet for a second day of peace talks in Washington. A truce in the war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah has been in pla»»»

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Arab News 35m

Russian border city shrugs off Baltic fears of attack

PSKOV, Russia: Europe’s Baltic states lie just half an hour away — sealed off and on edge — from the Russian border city of Pskov, where the locals shrug off fears their country will attack as they play their part in supporting Moscow’s army fighting in Ukraine. Beneath the round towers of Pskov’s »»»

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Naharnet 35m

Six killed in Israeli strikes on south Lebanon as talks in US enter second day

Six people were killed Friday in strikes on south Lebanon, hours before Lebanese and Israeli envoys were set to meet for a second day of talks in Washington. Israel's military called on residents of five villages in southern Lebanon to immediately evacuate ahead of expected attacks, despite a truce»»»

Naharnet 35m

Berri tells Aoun he can convince Hezbollah to cease fire if Israel does

Speaker Nabih Berri has told President Joseph Aoun in a phone call that Hezbollah would fully commit to a ceasefire if the Lebanese delegation managed to clench a ceasefire commitment from the Israeli side, MTV reported on Friday afternoon, shortly before the start of the second day of Lebanese-Isr»»»

UPI 36m

U.S. Central Command chief: Iran's military 'severely degraded' - UPI.com

U.S. Central Command's Adm. Brad Cooper contradicted recent reports that internal intelligence assessments given to senior U.S. officials showed that Iran retained most of its prewar missile capacity. File Photo by Cristobal Herrera-Ulashkevich/EPA WASHINGTON, May 14 (UPI) -- The war in Iran has "s»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Saudi Arabia launches Middle East’s first simulator to stress-test Hajj roads

Riyadh: Saudi Arabia has deployed the Middle East’s first heavy traffic load simulator to test the durability of Hajj roads and evaluate their ability to withstand long-term pressure equivalent to more than 20 years of traffic movement. In a video published on the official X account of the Saudi Pr»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Saudi Arabia unveils massive Hajj transport operation

Dubai: More than 33,000 buses and 5,000 taxis have been prepared to serve pilgrims during the 2026 Hajj season, Saudi Arabia’s Transport General Authority announced, as part of operational plans aimed at ensuring smooth mobility and improving transport efficiency across the holy sites. The authorit»»»

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Arab News 1h

Iran allowing more ships through Strait of Hormuz: state TV

TEHRAN: The naval forces of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards are allowing more ships to pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, state television said Friday, after Tehran blocked the waterway following US-Israeli strikes. Since the outbreak of war on February 28, Iran has largely blocked shipping t»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

No drones detected in Finnish airspace, after drone alert

Helsinki, Finland: No drones were confirmed in Finland's airspace on Friday, Finnish authorities said, after an early-morning emergency alert led to jets being scrambled and air traffic suspended over Helsinki for several hours. Safety authorities issued an alert for the Uusimaa region in southern »»»

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Al Manar 1h

Araghchi: After US Defeat, BRICS Looks at Iran Differently

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has revealed that Tehran deliberately avoided exposing the UAE’s role in the US-Israeli aggression during recent BRICS meetings, only speaking out after Emirati representatives raised the issue first. Speaking on the sidelines of the BRICS foreign ministers’ g»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

War imperils rare vultures' yearly odyssey to the Balkans

Gjirokastër, Albania: Endangered Egyptian vultures, with their vivid yellow face and white plumes, would usually be nesting across the Balkans in their dozens by April. But experts tracking the rare birds say local teams have struggled to find more than a handful in recent weeks, raising fears that»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Casualties in Israeli strikes on Harouf, Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Casualties in Israeli strikes on Harouf, Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports 15-05-2026 15:10 PM Latest News Urgent News Israel»»»

UPI 1h

Watch: Bear caught on camera enjoying 'all-you-can-eat' bird seed 'buffet' - UPI.com

May 14 (UPI) -- Police in New Mexico are reminding residents to keep food out of reach of wildlife after a bear was caught on camera enjoying an "all-you can eat breakfast buffet" of bird seed. The Red River Marshal's Office said on social media that a resident on Silver Bell captured video of the »»»

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Tanjug 1h

Macut: Serbia wants to be country of stability, predictability and development

BELGRADE - Serbia wants to be a country of stability, predictability and development, and cooperation among institutions, businesses and the financial sector is important for that, Serbian PM Djuro Macut said on Friday at the opening of Business Summit 2026 in Belgrade. "For that very reason, it is»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Kohli open to 2027 World Cup if he can still 'add value'

New Delhi: India batting great Virat Kohli said in a podcast released on Friday he would consider playing in the 2027 ODI Cricket World Cup if he can still "add value" to the team. The 37-year-old Kohli, regarded as one of the most accomplished batsmen of his generation, is a hero to hundreds of mi»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli air strike on the town of Zawtar Al-Gharbiya and two drone strikes on Harouf - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli air strike on the town of Zawtar Al-Gharbiya and two drone strikes on Harouf 15-05-»»»

The Peninsula 1h

UAE to 'accelerate' new oil pipeline bypassing Hormuz: state media

Dubai, UAE: The UAE is to fast-track construction of a new oil pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz, official media said on Friday, after the Middle East war crippled exports through the vital waterway. Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan ordered state oil giant »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Thai lawmakers vote to revive clean air bill

Bangkok: Thailand's parliament on Friday revived a law that would enshrine the right to breathable air and tax emitters, setting up a final vote in the senate on the landmark legislation. Several cities in Thailand, including Bangkok and northern tourist hub Chiang Mai, suffer from seasonal smog, s»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Ayatollah Sayyed Mujtaba Khamenei: The uncompromising resistance and the honorable victory against the world’s brutal aggressors have strengthened the people’s resolve to preserve cultural independence - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Ayatollah Sayyed Mujtaba Khamenei: The uncompromising resistance and the honorable victory against the world’s brutal aggressors have stren»»»

Al Manar 1h

Ayatollah Sayyed Mujtaba Khamenei: The Iranian nation is ready to confront the US cultural invasion - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Ayatollah Sayyed Mujtaba Khamenei: The Iranian nation is ready to confront the US cultural invasion 15-05-2026 14:10 PM Latest News Urgent »»»

Gulf News 1h

Air India suspends, reduces international flights until August 2026 amid rising costs

Air India has announced temporary cuts and suspensions across several international routes between June and August 2026, citing ongoing airspace restrictions and record-high jet fuel prices impacting global operations. The airline said the move is aimed at improving schedule stability and reducing »»»

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Naharnet 1h

Six killed in Israeli strikes on south Lebanon as talks in US enter second day

Six people were killed Friday in strikes on south Lebanon, hours before Lebanese and Israeli envoys were set to meet for a second day of talks in Washington. Israel's military called on residents of five villages in southern Lebanon to immediately evacuate ahead of expected attacks, despite a truce»»»

Naharnet 1h

Report: Israel would seek US approval to hit 'Beirut' if Iran war renews

If the U.S. war against Iran is renewed, it would have "immediate implications" for the war picture in Lebanon, Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth reported. "In such a scenario, Israel would ask the United States for a 'green light' to renew strikes in Beirut, amid Hezbollah's increased use of expl»»»

France24 2h

Haiti gang clashes kill at least 78 in Port-au-Prince suburbs, UN says

Clashes between rival gangs in the suburbs of Haiti’s capital have killed at least 78 people and wounded 66 since Saturday, the United Nations office in Haiti said on Thursday. The toll included 10 civilians. Haiti, the Caribbean’s poorest country, has faced spiralling gang violence and worsening i»»»

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RT 2h

Pope Leo warns Europe’s military buildup undermines diplomacy

Pope Leo XIV has condemned rising European military spending, warning that rearmament betrays diplomacy and fuels tensions in a world already being “maimed by wars.” Global military spending approached a record $3 trillion in 2025 despite lower US outlays, according to a SIPRI report released last »»»

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Al Manar 2h

Israeli enemy army issues new threat for Lebanese citizens to evacuate five villages in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli enemy army issues new threat for Lebanese citizens to evacuate five villages in southern Lebanon 15-05-2026 14:29 PM Latest News Ur»»»

Gulf News 2h

Thailand officially launches Thai Fruits & Food Festival 2026 across 16 Choithrams stores in the UAE

The Ministry of Commerce, Royal Thai Government, through the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) and Thai Trade Center Dubai, officially inaugurated the Thai Fruits & Food Festival 2026 at Choithrams Green Community Supermarket – DIP on Friday, 15 May 2026. This event reaffirms Thail»»»

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24 News Agency 2h

 New shipment of food aid from Russia arrives in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG

At least 1,067 tons of food aid donated by the Russian Federation to the UN World Food Programme (WFP) have arrived in Kyrgyzstan. The products have arrived at warehouses in Bishkek and Osh. This contribution will support vulnerable families across the country through projects aimed at restoring pu»»»

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France24 2h

Eye on Africa - Nobel winner Mukwege warns of predatory US deal for DR Congo

In tonight's edition: Congolese Nobel laureate Denis Mukwege slams the US-brokered peace deal in eastern DR Congo as predatory. Also, once dominant in Senegal's economy, France is now being overtaken as China and Turkey emerge as the country's leading investors. Plus we take a squint at the stellar»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

MPs Extend Deadline for Proposals Between First and Second Readings of Amendments to Judicial System Act, Price Control Legislation

Bulgarian lawmakers on Friday extended the deadline for written proposals between the first and second readings of amendments to the Judicial System Act, which were approved on Thursday. Parliament approved a two-week extension to the original seven-day deadline, making the total period for submitt»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Bulgaria Advances as Regional AI Centre

Bulgaria is emerging as a regional hub for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, Minister of Innovation and Digital Transformation Ivan Vasilev said on Friday. Vasilev was speaking at a Black Sea Economic Cooperation forum on AI and scientific cooperation, the Ministry of Innovati»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Georgi Todorov Appointed Deputy Tourism Minister

By order of Prime Minister Rumen Radev, Georgi Georgiev Todorov has been appointed Deputy Minister of Tourism, the Government press service said on Friday. On Thursday, the Prime Minister appointed six new deputy ministers across three ministries. /RY/»»»

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France24 2h

Entre Nous - Normandy art festival celebrates Monet and beyond

In this edition of Entre Nous we look at the Normandy Impressionist festival, which runs from May 29 to September 27 here in France. It marks the 100th anniversary of Impressionist painter Claude Monet's death. Philippe Platel, the festival's director, tells us what events are planned and»»»

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Arab News 2h

Iran FM says US willing to continue talks, open to China’s help

NEW DELHI: Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday he had “received messages” from the United States saying it is willing to continue talks, and that he was open to any support, including from China. “We received messages again from the Americans saying that they are willing to contin»»»

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UPI 2h

5 Italians from Genoa University killed in Maldives diving incident - UPI.com

A search operation was underway Friday in the Maldives to recover the bodies of five Italians killed in a scuba diving incident while exploring underwater caves at a depth of more than 160 feet in the Vaavu Atoll area of the Indian Ocean archipelago. File Photo Joe Marino/UPI | License Photo May 15»»»

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France24 2h

London police brace for far-right march and rally marking Palestinian Nakba

More than 4,000 police officers will be deployed in London Saturday to prevent disorder when a Palestinian solidarity demonstration marking Nakba Day and a far-right rally converge in the heart of the British capital.  London police were gearing up for one of their largest operations in recent»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Four killed by carbon monoxide poisoning inside parked vehicle in Oman

Dubai: Four Asian expatriates died from carbon monoxide poisoning after inhaling exhaust fumes inside a running vehicle in Al Musannah in Oman’s South Al Batinah Governorate, the Royal Oman Police said on Friday. Police said emergency teams responded to a report in Al Musannah, where the four indiv»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Islamic countries prepare to observe Dhu Al Hijjah crescent on May 17

Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Supreme Court has called on Muslims across the Kingdom to observe the crescent moon marking the beginning of Dhu Al Hijjah on the evening of Sunday, May 17, corresponding to the 29th of Dhu Al Qa’dah in the Umm Al Qura calendar. In a statement, the court urged anyone capable o»»»

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Novinite 2h

Nine Arrested in Sofia Property Fraud Scheme Worth MillionsOpinions

A large-scale police operation targeting property fraud in Sofia has led to the arrest of nine people, according to Interior Minister Ivan Demerdzhiev, who said investigators have already uncovered damages amounting to tens of millions of euros. Demerdzhiev described the operation as only the begin»»»

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MIA 2h

Number of foreign tourists up 6.9% by March: statistics

Skopje, 14 May 2026 (MIA) - In March 2026, 73,921 tourists spent 134,233 overnight stays, the State Statistical Office said. In March 2026, 19.7% were domestic tourists, and 80.3% were foreign tourists. The number of nights spent in March 2026 was 134,233, of which 26.5% were realised by domestic a»»»

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Arab News 2h

Iran’s internet blackout leaves millions isolated

DUBAI: “It’s costing me money talking to you” said Mona — not her real name — as she chuckled over a voice note she managed to send. “It’ll cost me a lot more if the boogey men find out too,” she said, referring to the Revolutionary Guards. Like millions of Iranians, Mona’s life has been upended by»»»

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Arab News 2h

Israel threatens to sue NYT over report on sex abuse of Palestinian inmates

JERUSALEM: Israel on Thursday threatened to take The New York Times to court over a piece it published denouncing allegedly widespread sexual abuse against Palestinian detainees. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Foreign Minister Gideon Saar have ordered the “initiation of a defamation lawsuit »»»

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