Al Awsat 23m

China Sanctions Philippine Defense Chief for 'Irresponsible Remarks'

China announced on Thursday sanctions against the Philippines' defence minister over "irresponsible remarks", escalating tensions between Beijing and Manila as they grapple with maritime disputes. Gilberto Teodoro and his spouse and child will be banned from entering China's mainland, Hong Kong and»»»

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RT 24m

Somali referee barred from US receives hero’s welcome at home (VIDEO)

Omar Artan, who was set to become the first Somali to referee a FIFA World Cup match but was denied entry by the US, has been honored as a national hero upon his return home. The 34-year old was detained for some 11 hours by US immigration officials before being sent back to Istanbul, despite havin»»»

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The Peninsula 24m

Prime Minister sends congratulations to Armenian counterpart

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani sent Thursday a cable of congratulations to HE Nikol Pashinyan on the occasion of his victory in the parliamentary elections of the Republic of Armenia.»»»

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The Peninsula 24m

China launches new communication technology test satellite

Beijing: China on Thursday sent a new communication technology test satellite into space from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province, according to Chinese Xinhua news agency. Launched aboard a Long March-5 rocket, the satellite has successfully entered its preset orbit. Thi»»»

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The Peninsula 24m

Hong Kong arrests 6 over America-bound World Cup fakes

Hong Kong: Hong Kong officials said Thursday they had arrested six people in a World Cup fake merchandise sting involving almost $20 million of counterfeit goods. Eighty percent of the items seized were intended for export to the Americas, where the tournament kicks off Thursday, authorities said. »»»

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Qatar Tribune 24m

Qatar condemns renewed Iranian attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait

Doha The State of Qatar has condemned the renewed Iranian attacks against the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the State of Kuwait, considering them a blatant violation of the sovereignty of these countries and a flagrant breach of international law. In a statement on Thursd»»»

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Qatar Tribune 24m

Interior minister meets Syrian minister of emergency and disaster management

Doha Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani conferred on Thursday with Minister of Emergency and Disaster Management of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Raed Al Saleh on the sidelines of the conclusion of the Joint Tr»»»

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Qatar Tribune 24m

Qatar reaffirms readiness to advance lasting Middle East peace with UN, partners

New York The State of Qatar reaffirmed its readiness to work closely with the UN Security Council and all international partners to strengthen dialogue and mediation efforts aimed at achieving lasting peace in the Middle East, while continuing to expand its bilateral and international humanitarian »»»

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Arab News 26m

Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup

WASHINGTON: While millions of soccer fans cheer or groan over World Cup matches spanning North America, health officials will be on high alert for germs. A heat wave may be the most obvious health threat. But infectious diseases can spread in a crowd, and experts are set to scrutinize wastewater, h»»»

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Arab News 26m

China sanctions Philippine defense chief for ‘irresponsible remarks’

BEIJING: China announced on Thursday sanctions against the Philippines’ defense minister over “irresponsible remarks,” escalating tensions between Beijing and Manila as they grapple with maritime disputes. Gilberto Teodoro and his spouse and child will be banned from entering China’s mainland, Hong»»»

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Arab News 26m

Glimpse of prominent Gaza doctor during Israeli court hearing renews calls for his release

JERUSALEM: Israel’s Supreme Court is weighing whether to extend the detention of a prominent Palestinian doctor who was seized by Israeli forces 17 months ago in Gaza and appeared via video conference before the judges to challenge his imprisonment.By Thursday afternoon, the court had not yet relea»»»

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Arab News 26m

Indian seafarers fear for safety after US strike kills 3 off Oman coast

NEW DELHI: Fears of American attacks are growing among thousands of Indian seafarers on duty near the Strait of Hormuz, their union said on Thursday, after three were killed in a US strike off the coast of Oman. Twenty-four Indian crew members were aboard the Palau-flagged MT Settebello, which was »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 26m

July marks the end of cheap Temu shopping? Hungary to introduce new tariff on products outside of the EU

Hungarian consumers who regularly shop on Chinese online marketplaces such as Temu will soon face higher costs, as a new European Union customs regime comes into force on 1 July. The measure will introduce a HUF 1066 (EUR 3) customs charge on low-value goods arriving from outside the EU, potentiall»»»

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Al Manar 26m

Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 12:50, a group of enemy army soldiers while they were attempting to flee from a Yagu military vehicle near the newly established artillery bunker belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in Odaisseh town with an Ababil loitering glider [FPV]: statement 8 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 12:50, a group of enemy army soldiers while they were attempting to fle»»»

Sputnik 28m

Trump Claims US Could Take Over Iran Entirely, But Does Not Want Boots on Ground

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump on Thursday claimed that the United States could take over Iran entirely, but added that he does not want to deploy ground troops. "We can walk in there tomorrow. We could take soldiers. I don't want to have boots on the ground, but if I wanted to, w»»»

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Sana 30m

Syrian finance minister, Islamic Development Bank discuss development financing

Damascus, June 11 (SANA) Syrian Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh met representatives of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) to discuss financing for development projects and potential support for the government’s “Syria Without Camps” initiative, the Finance Ministry said on Thursday. The tal»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 34m

Bulgarian Scientists Discuss Future Cooperation Prospects with India's External Affairs Minister

Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS) Vice President Prof. Emanuel Mutafov attended a working lunch with India's Minister of External Affairs, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, during his official visit to Bulgaria on June 10, the Academy reported. The meeting was held at the invitation of India's Ambassa»»»

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UPI 34m

Canada considers law banning social media for kids under 16 - UPI.com

Canadian lawmakers will consider a social media ban for children under 16. File Photo by Roman Pilipey/EPA June 11 (UPI) -- Canada is considering banning children and young teens from social media sites, joining a growing list of countries making the change. Canadian Identity and Culture Minister M»»»

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24 News Agency 35m

Kyrgyzstan to close 50 companies due to sanction risks - | 24.KG

At the request of Western partners, Kyrgyzstan is currently undertaking the liquidation of 50 legal entities that, in their assessment, may have been involved in transactions presenting elevated sanctions-related risks. Bakyt Sydykov, Special Representative of the President for Sanctions Policy and»»»

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Qatar Tribune 36m

Amir sends condolences to Philippines president on the victims of earthquake

Doha His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has sent a cable of condolences to President of the Republic of the Philippines HE Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on the victims of the earthquake that struck the southern Philippines, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.»»»

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Qatar Tribune 36m

Interior minister attends conclusion of trilateral joint exercise in urban search and rescue

Doha Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani on Thursday attended the conclusion of the joint trilateral exercise in urban search and rescue, with the participation of specialized teams from the State of Qatar, th»»»

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The Peninsula 36m

Minister of Interior attends conclusion of trilateral joint exercise in urban search and rescue

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani Thursday attended the conclusion of the joint trilateral exercise in urban search and rescue, with the participation of specialized teams from the State of Qata»»»

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France24 39m

French Vendée Globe champion Charlie Dalin dies at 42

France's Charlie Dalin has died from cancer at the age of 42, his family announced on Thursday, one year after he sailed to a spectacular victory in the Vendée Globe. Dalin won the round-the-world race weeks after being diagnosed with a rare form of gastrointestinal cancer. Renowned French yac»»»

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France24 39m

French connections - France’s villages: Life beyond the postcard

This week, we step away from the headlines and out of the city to focus on French villages. There is a deeply rooted romantic image of village life: a stone church, a sleepy square, a small café. But what is life really like in French villages today? Like in many countries, rural France has seen po»»»

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Gulf News 42m

DP World launches UAE e-invoicing solution before 2027 rollout

Dubai: DP World has launched a UAE e-invoicing solution after being selected by the Ministry of Finance as a pre-approved service provider for the country’s upcoming mandatory e-invoicing framework. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The launch comes ahead of the UAE’s na»»»

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Gulf News 43m

Kerala bus crew hailed for saving infant from road danger

Dubai: A bus driver and conductor in Kerala are being hailed as heroes after rescuing an infant who crawled onto a busy road, a dramatic moment captured in a viral video circulating on social media. The incident occurred around 8:30 am on the Kondotty-Valiyaparamba road at Kinarupadi in Malappuram »»»

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24 News Agency 47m

Bypass road in Naryn closed until June 20 due to construction - | 24.KG

Zhany-Zhol bypass road in Naryn has been temporarily closed to traffic due to construction. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the restrictions were imposed on Bishkek — Naryn — Torugart section at kilometer 346 of the road in Arka area, where a new roundabout is being built»»»

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The Peninsula 48m

French city imposes curfew for under-16s during 'high risk' World Cup matches

Toulouse, France: Authorities in the French city of Toulouse on Thursday announced a curfew for under-16s during "high risk" World Cup matches, after unrest marred celebrations of the recent Paris Saint-Germain Champions League victory. The matches in question are those involving France, games play»»»

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Arab News 48m

German envoy hails Saudi project’s mine-clearing efforts during Yemen visit

JEDDAH: The German ambassador to Yemen praised Saudi Arabia’s mine-clearing efforts during a visit to Marib on Thursday. Ambassador Thomas Schneider visited the headquarters of the Masam Project for Landmine Clearance where he was briefed on the project’s work to clear explosive devices left over f»»»

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EU Observer 50m

EU Commission must publish Covid vaccine contracts in full, says top court lawyer

The European Commission is set to be forced to publish complete versions of its multi-billion euro contracts to buy Covid-19 vaccines after the lawyer to the EU’s top court urged it to throw out an appeal by the EU executive. In a legal opinion published on Thursday (11 June), the advocate general »»»

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TAP 52m

Tunisia hosts B2B event linking Agri-Tech startups with agricultural investors

Tunis, June 11, 2026 (TAP) – Twenty Tunisian technology startups and 200 agricultural operators from various regions of the country took part in a B2B event entitled "Agricultural Startups – Agricultural Investors," organised Thursday in Tunis by...»»»

Gulf News 54m

Etihad and Condor add Abu Dhabi to Bangkok flights in wider travel deal

Dubai: Travellers will get more flight options between Abu Dhabi, Germany and Asia after Etihad Airways and Condor expanded their strategic partnership with a new Bangkok service and a frequent flyer agreement. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Condor will launch flights»»»

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Naharnet 58m

Courthouse glimpse of prominent Gaza doctor renews calls for release

Israel's Supreme Court is weighing whether to extend the detention of a prominent Palestinian doctor who was seized by Israeli forces 17 months ago in Gaza and appeared via video conference before the judges to challenge his imprisonment. By Thursday afternoon, the court had not yet released a deci»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 58m

Legal Affairs Committee Backs Proposal to Have MPs' Salaries Capped at Thrice the Average Public Sector Wage

Bulgaria's parliamentary Committee on Legal Affairs Thursday adopted by 17 votes in favour Progressive Bulgaria's draft resolution proposing that MPs' salaries be set at three times the average monthly wage in the public sector, based on data from the National Statistical Institute for March 2026. »»»

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Gulf News 59m

Sheikh Hamdan approves new digital economy initiatives

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Future Technology Development and the Digital Economy, chaired a meeting of the Committee.»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

UK Defense Minister John Healey Announces Shock Resignation

British Defense Secretary John Healey resigned on Thursday, in a shock move which he blamed on Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the finance ministry failing to commit sufficient resources to defense investment. His announcement is a fresh blow to Starmer and comes at a politically charged moment for»»»

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RT 1h

Hegseth has said that US military will be “hitting Iran hard” tonight

The US has carried out strikes in Iran for the second consecutive day as President Donald Trump seeks to pressure Tehran into accepting his peace terms. Explosions and impacts were reported across southern and central Iran hours after US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said US Central Command (CE»»»

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Arab News 1h

US and FIFA officials targeting Arab and Muslim World Cup players and fans, community leaders tell Arab News

CHICAGO: Arab and Muslim American leaders have accused the Customs and Border Protection agency and FIFA World Cup officials of targeting players from the Arab and Muslim worlds. Even before the tournament began, the US began denying entry to prominent players and referees from Arab and Muslim nati»»»

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Arab News 1h

Relegated Wolves sack Edwards after seven months in charge

LONDON: Wolves sacked manager Rob Edwards on Thursday after just seven months in charge following their relegation from the Premier League. Edwards was hired from Middlesbrough in November to replace the axed Vitor Pereira, but was unable to stop Wolves crashing into Championship after eight years »»»

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Al Manar 1h

Hezbollah Drone Image Signals Revenge for Pager Attacks: “No Need to Press Ok” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah Drone Image Signals Revenge for Pager Attacks: “No Need to Press Ok” 11-06-2026 15:27 PM Hezbollah drone pager revengeHezbollah’s»»»

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Tanjug 1h

Vucic considering becoming candidate for PM, plans to resign as president

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Wednesday evening he was considering becoming a candidate for PM and that he planned to resign as president of Serbia. Asked by Radio Belgrade 1 whether he planned to resign in the next three to four months, Vucic responded the resignation might»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE firms count $500,000 losses from operational disruption

Dubai: A majority of UAE organisations have lost more than $500,000 from operational disruptions over the past two years, exposing gaps between confidence in business continuity plans and actual recovery performance. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.New research from Op»»»

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Gulf News 1h

The endgame: Can Trump bomb Iran into a peace deal?

Dubai: Fresh exchanges of fire between the United States and Iran have pushed the conflict into its most dangerous phase yet and raised a question that goes far beyond the latest battlefield developments: Can President Donald Trump bomb Iran into accepting a peace deal? The Trump administration app»»»

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Al Majalla 1h

Why Bahrain has long been in Iran's crosshairs

The latest Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain are part of a wave of cautious escalation between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other, even as Washington and Tehran appear close to agreeing on a final formula to halt the war, at least according to US President Donald Tru»»»

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BNE 1h

Tanzania's stalled $1bn uranium project Mkuju River gains momentum after talks with Russian partners

Tanzania’s long-delayed Mkuju River uranium project has gained renewed political and investment momentum following President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s visit to Russia, with officials signalling that implementation is moving closer to full-scale development. The project, which has been stalled for more »»»

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Naharnet 1h

Trump vows 'very hard' strikes on Iran, seizure of oil facilities

President Donald Trump on Thursday said the U.S. would hit Iran "VERY HARD TONIGHT," threatening in a social media post to "assume total control" of Iran's oil and gas industries, including the key Kharg Island, in the "not too distant future." The post come after the U.S and Iran traded strikes fo»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Monopoly Undertakings May Not Quote Excessively High Prices, Parliament Resolves

Undertakings in a monopoly, dominant or collective dominant position were barred from quoting excessively high prices, Bulgaria's Parliament resolved on Thursday, passing conclusively amendments to the Protection of Competition Act moved by Progressive Bulgaria. The revisions define "exceedingly hi»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

New UK Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan to take up post in August - | 24.KG

Vicente Deuchar has been appointed as the new Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Kyrgyzstan. He will succeed Nicholas Bowler in this position. According to the diplomatic mission, the new ambassador is set to begin his duties in August 2026. It is noted that Deuch»»»

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Arab News 1h

Climate change drives Indonesia’s rarest orangutan to brink of extinction

JAKARTA: Landslides driven by climate change in Sumatra, Indonesia last year alone wiped out 7 percent of the Tapanuli orangutan population, new research shows, as scientists warn of an increased risk of extinction for one of the world’s rarest great apes. Cyclone Senyar ravaged northern Sumatra in»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Kuwait engages 24 Iranian drones in latest attack

Kuwait's military said its air defences have engaged a wave of Iranian ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and drones, according to figures released on Thursday by the Army General Staff Headquarters at the Ministry of Defence and carried by the state news agency KUNA. Get updated faster and for FR»»»

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