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Morocco overtakes South Africa as Africa’s top industrial economy, AfDB ranking shows

Morocco has ranked first in Africa’s industrialisation index for the first time since the African Development Bank (AfDB) began publishing the rankings in 2010, narrowly overtaking South Africa in the latest continental assessment of industrial competitiveness. According to the African Development »»»

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BNE 27m

Guinea’s military-led transition faces scrutiny as voters shun parliamentary polls amid calls for boycott

Guineans voted on Sunday (May 30) in legislative and municipal elections presented by the authorities as another step toward restoring constitutional rule following the 2021 military coup, although the polls took place amid an opposition boycott and growing concerns over political freedoms. Low tur»»»

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Al Awsat 41m

Iran Eyes Limited US Deal to Relieve Economic Strain and Buy Time

Iran is pushing for a limited interim agreement with the United States in a bid to ease mounting economic pressure and stabilize the situation at home, while avoiding major concessions on its nuclear program, according to sources and analysts. The approach reflects a familiar playbook for the Irani»»»

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RT 41m

UK urges Israel to end escalation in Lebanon

Israeli attacks in Lebanon are killing civilians and must end, UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has said, after the Jewish state stepped up military activity against its northern neighbor. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has intensified airstrikes in recent days and moved deeper into Lebanese ter»»»

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Al Awsat 53m

Ceasefire Very Likely to End if Israeli Attacks on Lebanon Persist, Iranian TV Says

A ceasefire agreed between Iran and the United States in early April is very likely to end if Israeli attacks on Tehran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon persist, Iranian state TV said on Monday, without providing further details. Earlier, the Iranian state news agency Tasnim said Tehran was halting indi»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Court upholds QR155,000 ruling against company over cancelled wedding due to COVID-19 in Qatar

Doha, Qatar: The Investment and Commerce Court has upheld a first instance court ruling ordering an event management company to refund QR135,000 to a bride whose wedding ceremony was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to paying QR20,000 in compensation. The company was also ordered»»»

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UPI 1h

Iran to cut off peace talks with U.S. over cease-fire violations - UPI.com

Iranian Commander of the Mohammad Rasoolullah Corps Hassan Hassanzadeh attends an event with Iranian officials, military commanders, families of war victims and their supporters at the Imam Khomeini Mosque in Tehran, Iran on May 24. Photo by Behnam Tofighi/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- Iran h»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

‘We Need to Act Now’: Race to Develop Ebola Vaccine Heats Up

Several non-profit organizations announced Monday they are ramping up efforts to rapidly develop a vaccine for the rare strain of Ebola driving a deadly outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Nearly 250 people are suspected to have died and more than 1,100 infected with the strain in the DRC»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Israeli High Court Approves Appointment of Next Mossad Chief

The Israeli High Court gave the go-ahead for the appointment of the next head of the Mossad spy agency on Monday, despite opposition from the country's attorney general. The court rejected, by a vote of two to one, two petitions against the appointment of Major General Roman Gofman, stating that th»»»

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Arab News 1h

Israeli high court approves Roman Gofman as next Mossad chief

JERUSALEM: The Israeli High Court gave the go-ahead for the appointment of the next head of the Mossad spy agency on Monday, despite opposition from the country’s attorney general. The court rejected, by a vote of two to one, two petitions against the appointment of Major General Roman Gofman, stat»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Report: Multi-Level Partnerships a Safeguard for Gulf Security

A recent analytical report says Gulf states are well positioned to play a larger role in shaping the regional security architecture in the aftermath of the war against Iran by adopting a multi-level security approach that combines greater self-reliance with broader international partnerships. The r»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Bodies Involved in Administrative Reform Hold First Coordination Meeting

The government has a golden opportunity, backed by a parliamentary majority and in full coordination at the executive level, to achieve a key result for Bulgarian citizens and businesses by reducing the administrative burden, said Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Indus»»»

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BBC 2h

Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears

Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJames GallagherHealth and science correspondent Getty Images Three new vaccines are being developed to tackle the rare species of Ebola that has already killed nearly 250 people. The Internati»»»

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Arab News 2h

Lebanon remains committed to negotiations despite Israeli escalation, source says

BEIRUT: Lebanon remains committed to negotiations with Israel and will not use force to disarm the Iran-backed Hezbollah, a Lebanese official told Arab News, as Israel expanded its military operations deeper into Lebanese territory ahead of a round of talks in Washington. Israeli airstrikes on Mond»»»

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Arab News 2h

Donis trims Saudi Arabia’s World Cup squad, but debate over omissions continues Mohammed Fayad

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s 26-man squad has finally been confirmed ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but head coach Georgios Donis’ choices have done little to ease concerns among fans ahead of a tough group featuring former world champions Spain and Uruguay. With 30 players initially called up to the »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

PM Radev Calls on Regional Governors to Ensure Swift Disaster Response, Develop Local Investment Strategies

Prime Minister Rumen Radev held a working meeting with regional governors here on Monday aimed at achieving optimal coordination between them and the Cabinet, the Government Information Service reported. The main tasks and goals he outlined were a swift and adequate response to disasters, lawful co»»»

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Arab News 3h

Sky News Arabia’s former GM slams The Guardian’s ‘lazy journalism’ on IMI deal

LONDON: The former head of Sky News Arabia has ridiculed The Guardian’s reporting on the termination of the TV news joint venture between Sky UK and its regional partner IMI, accusing the British newspaper of “lazy journalism” and of misrepresenting the reasons behind the decision. IMI and Sky UK a»»»

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RT 3h

Iran halts talks with US – media

Iran has halted negotiations with the US over the ongoing Israeli offensive in Lebanon, moving to block maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, Tasnim news agency has reported, citing sources. Israel has intensified its bombing campaign in Lebanon in recent days, against what it describes as»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 3h

Parliament Chair Presents 52nd National Assembly’s Priorities to EU Diplomats

Parliament Chair Mihaela Dotsova presented the 52nd National Assembly’s priorities to representatives of diplomatic missions of EU Member States here on Monday, Parliament’s press centre reported. Dotsova said the National Assembly will focus on adopting legislative amendments related to Bulgaria’s»»»

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Sana 3h

Western Homs strawberry crop reaches 9,500 tons despite production challenges

Homs, June 1 (SANA) Strawberry farmers in western Homs are expected to produce about 9,500 tons this season from nearly 11,800 greenhouses in Talkalakh, with around 5,000 tons already marketed, the Homs Agriculture Directorate said. Haider al-Sarhan, head of the Directorate’s Agricultural Affairs a»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Who is V Mohana? Lawyer behind landmark army case joins India's Supreme Court

New Delhi: Senior Advocate V Mohana, the lawyer who argued one of India’s most significant gender-equality cases in the armed forces, is set to join the Supreme Court after the Centre notified her appointment on Monday. Mohana, who represented women officers in the landmark permanent commission cas»»»

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Middle East Observer 4h

Large projects in Egypt

In this paper we discuss the subject of national projects and their direct relationship to macroeconomic and reform programme When analysing the economic situation of Egypt, we cannot separate the new capital project from the other major national projects that have been in operation since 2014. The»»»

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Novinite 4h

Bulgarian MP Says Retail Chains Plan Around 15% Price CutsOpinions

Bulgarian MP from “Progressive Bulgaria” Vladimir Nikolov said in a TV interview that major retail chains have indicated readiness to reduce prices by around 15% following discussions with authorities and stakeholders. He stated that the sector has already presented a framework for implementing low»»»

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Arab News 4h

Demand holds steady despite rising gold prices

JEDDAH: The gold market in Jeddah has entered a period of relative stability following weeks of heightened seasonal demand, with traders reporting a shift in buying patterns as consumers become more price-conscious. “Demand remains strong during Hajj, especially from pilgrims purchasing gifts and s»»»

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Naharnet 4h

Iran warns Israel and US against 'violating ceasefire' in Lebanon

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Monday that attacking Lebanon violates the ceasefire "on all fronts," warning that "the U.S. and Israel are responsible for the consequences of any violation," after Israeli officials threatened to bomb Beirut's southern suburbs. "The ceasefire between I»»»

Naharnet 4h

Aoun says negotiations may take time but are the only option

Negotiation with Israel is "safer than war, as we have witnessed and continue to witness the horrors and consequences of war," President Joseph Aoun said Monday. "However, it will not solve the problem instantly; it is a process that requires time, and we have no other option," he added. "Unfortuna»»»

Arab News 4h

Saudi designers put modern touch on Hajj souvenirs

JEDDAH: Every year, millions of Muslims travel to Makkah to perform Hajj, a pilgrimage that marks one of the most significant moments of their lives. After days of worship, reflection and physical endurance, many look for a tangible reminder of the journey they have completed. Traditionally, these »»»

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Arab News 4h

Bangladeshi doctors brace for surge in deadly measles outbreak after Eid travel

DHAKA: Bangladesh’s deadliest outbreak of measles does not appear to be slowing despite nationwide vaccination efforts, doctors say, as they fear a new surge in infections following increased transmission during Eid Al-Adha homecoming. Since the 1990s, Bangladesh’s vaccination campaigns have been a»»»

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Arab News 5h

GCC stocks drop 1.3% in May as Hormuz disruption offsets global AI rally 

RIYADH: Gulf stock markets fell 1.3 percent in May, diverging sharply from a global equity rally fueled by artificial intelligence optimism, as the third month of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiment and oil market volatility. According to Kamco Invest’s monthly report, »»»

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RT 5h

US military secretly guiding ships through Strait of Hormuz – NYT

The US military has been covertly guiding vessels through the Strait of Hormuz in recent weeks, The New York Times reported on Sunday, citing officials familiar with the matter. Iran closed the vital waterway, which previously handled around 20% of global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplie»»»

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Gulf News 6h

She quit her 9-to-5 for her dog — now this Dubai founder is building a creative agency

Dubai: Dubai-based entrepreneur Candace Braganza says too many brands are focused on creating content for algorithms instead of building a long-term business narrative. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Braganza, founder of Sculpt25 Creative, said the idea for her agency»»»

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Gulf News 6h

How Iran war revived Hezbollah, derailed Lebanon’s disarmament push

Dubai: Earlier this year, Lebanon’s leaders appeared closer than they had been in decades to achieving one of the country’s most elusive goals: Disarming Hezbollah, the powerful Iran-backed militia that has long operated as a state within a state. That effort has now largely stalled. According to a»»»

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RT 6h

Israel seizes medieval castle in southern Lebanon (VIDEOS)

Israel has captured Beaufort Castle, a 900-year-old Crusader fortress and a key vantage point in southern Lebanon, hailing the development as a “dramatic shift” in the ongoing campaign. The takeover of the site was announced on Sunday, when West Jerusalem circulated photos of Israeli and Golani Bri»»»

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Naharnet 6h

Iran says ceasefire in Lebanon remains key condition for US deal

Iran's foreign ministry said on Monday that a ceasefire in Lebanon remains a key condition for any deal with the United States to end the Middle East war. "We insist that a ceasefire in Lebanon is an essential condition for any deal aimed at ending the war," foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqae»»»

24 News Agency 6h

Locomotive rams truck at railroad crossing in Kara-Balta - | 24.KG

A locomotive collided with a Hyundai Porter truck in Kara-Balta. The accident occurred today, June1, at approximately 2:30 p.m. at a railroad crossing. According to eyewitnesses, the truck driver attempted to cross the railroad despite a closed barrier and a red light. This resulted in a collision »»»

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France24 6h

Brazil isolates two suspected Ebola cases as suspected cases in Congo surpass 1,000

Brazilian health authorities isolated two patients who recently arrived from African countries after they showed symptoms consistent with Ebola, officials said Friday, although one later tested negative. The move comes as the Democratic Republic of the Congo battles an outbreak that has surpassed 1»»»

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Gulf News 6h

'It’s madness’: UAE travellers face hours-long waits at European airports amid EES chaos

Dubai: There appears to be little relief for travellers flying through some European airports as disruption linked to the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES) continues to cause long queues, missed connections and mounting frustration among passengers. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques»»»

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BNE 6h

Russian drone struck by Ukrainian air defences crashes into Romanian apartment block in Galati

Details are still emerging, but confusion reigned after what appears to be a Russian Geran-2 drone strike on an apartment building in the Romanian city of Galati early on May 29 after being hit by Ukrainian air defences over the Danube and veering off course into Nato territory. No one was killed, »»»

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Gulf News 7h

1,000 suspected Ebola cases, 282 confirmed in Congo: Survivors describe their recoveries

BUNIA, Congo: At least 282 confirmed cases of Ebola have now been reported in Congo’s ongoing outbreak, the central African nation said late Sunday, as patients who recovered from the disease spoke of their indescribable joy in interviews with The Associated Press. The outbreak remains focused in C»»»

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BBC 7h

Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans

Nigeria police warn against reprisal attacks against South Africans Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMakuochi OkaforBBC Africa, Lagos AFP via Getty ImagesSouth Africans protesters have called for tough action against illegal migrants Police in Nigeria have warned against reprisals targeti»»»

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Middle East Observer 7h

Egypt secures $10bn FDI target this year- Minister

Egypt may exceed its $10 billion target for foreign direct investment this year as the depreciated pound reduces the cost of conducting business in North Africa’s largest economy and a new investment law comes into force, the investment minister announced. Sahar Nasr informed Bloomberg she had been»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 7h

Media Review: June 1

BABA ALINO CASE Discussions surrounding the Baba Alino case dominate the media on Monday. It first came to public attention a week ago following investigations by the anti-corruption platform BIRD and reports from local activists, who raised concerns about extensive construction activity on forest »»»

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Al Awsat 7h

Iran Foreign Ministry Says Ceasefire in Lebanon Remains Condition for US Deal

Iran's foreign ministry said on Monday that a ceasefire in Lebanon remains a key condition for any deal with the United States to end the Middle East war. "We insist that a ceasefire in Lebanon is an essential condition for any deal aimed at ending the war," foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqae»»»

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Sana 8h

Gold eases as dollar strengthens, oil gains and markets weigh Iran ceasefire outlook

Markets, June 1 (SANA) Gold prices declined on Monday as a stronger US dollar and rising oil prices weighed on demand, while investors monitored geopolitical developments in the Middle East and their potential impact on inflation and US monetary policy. Spot gold fell 0.4% to $4,518.09 an ounce at »»»

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UPI 8h

Seoul shares close at new high on tech rally amid AI optimism - UPI.com

This photo, taken Thursday, shows the trading room of Hana Bank in Seoul as South Korean stocks reached a new high driven by gains in AI-related shares. Photo by Yonhap South Korean stocks extended a rally to a fresh all-time high Monday, driven by strong gains in stocks related to artificial intel»»»

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BBC 8h

DR Congo celebrates recovery of Ebola survivors

DR Congo celebrates recovery of Ebola survivors Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEmery Makumeno,BBC Africa, KinshasaandHafsa Khalil ReutersMakati Tagirabo (L) and Baraka Bulambula (R) were two of the nurses who had recovered from Ebola in this latest outbreak Health authorities in the Dem»»»

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Al Manar 8h

Iran Red Line: No Final Deal Without Lebanon Ceasefire - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran Red Line: No Final Deal Without Lebanon Ceasefire 01-06-2026 12:06 PM Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf in an image f»»»

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Al Awsat 8h

Israel's Netanyahu Orders Attacks in Beirut's Southern Suburbs

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered attacks on the Hezbollah-controlled southern suburbs of Beirut on Monday, signaling further escalation of a war that has complicated mediation towards resolving the US-Iran conflict. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, said on Mon»»»

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Naharnet 8h

What to know as Israeli forces' historic Lebanon incursion complicates an Iran deal

Israeli forces are making their deepest incursion inside Lebanon since they withdrew from the country over a quarter-century ago, despite a nominal U.S.-brokered ceasefire and the first direct talks between the countries in decades. The Israeli advance presents a challenge in the emerging deal to e»»»

Arab News 8h

Philippine senator charged with plunder says he will surrender

MANILA, Philippines: A Philippine senator said he will surrender to authorities after a special anti-graft court ordered his arrest on Monday on a non-bailable charge of plunder after he allegedly pocketed a huge kickback in a flood-control project in the latest crisis to hit the upper chamber. The»»»

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