France24 1m

New French ambassador to US cleared to take up post after diplomatic spat

France's incoming ambassador to the US has been cleared to take up his post after Paris apologised for criticism of Washington over a UN vote. Aurelien Lechevallier, chosen by President Emmanuel Macron to replace Laurent Bili, is expected to arrive in Washington in the coming weeks following the di»»»

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Sputnik 1m

Massie Moves to Impeach Hegseth Over Iran War, Civilian Killings and Maduro Kidnapping

Republican Rep. Thomas Massie has introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of abusing Pentagon powers in the war of aggression against Iran and other US military operations he describes as unlawful. The resolution could force a House vote. Massie charg»»»

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Sputnik 1m

US War on Iran Burns $38 Billion, Drains Missile Defenses for Years — US Budget Watchdog

The US war against Iran has already cost the Pentagon an estimated $38.1 billion through August 1, according to a new Congressional Budget Office report — and the bill is still rising. CBO says another month of fighting could cost $2–3 billion, depending on the intensity of operations. The biggest »»»

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Sputnik 13m

Iran Wins IAEA Committee Seat Despite US Effort to Block It — Reports

Iran has been elected to the General Committee of the IAEA General Conference, defeating a US effort to prevent Tehran’s participation, Press TV reported. “Despite U.S. efforts to obstruct Iran’s participation in the General Committee, IAEA Member States made their choice: they voted in favor of Ir»»»

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Gulf News 14m

Los Angeles news helicopter crash kills three near bus accident scene

There was no immediate confirmation of the identity of those aboard the helicopter Los Angeles, United States: Three people were killed Tuesday in a fiery crash when a US news media helicopter covering a deadly bus crash came down in a Los Angeles neighborhood. Media in the city had scrambled to co»»»

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Gulf News 26m

US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know today (Sept. 16, 2026)

UAE airlines restore capacity as Iran conflict keeps skies uncertain Also In This Package Iran has underground ‘missile cities’ on Gulf coast Iran war has burned through 65% of US Patriot missiles The US-Iran conflict continues to disrupt aviation and shipping across the Gulf, but signs of recovery»»»

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Gulf News 53m

Houthis accused of targeting Mecca as Saudi coalition warns of retaliation

Fighting between Iran-backed Houthis and the Saudi-backed Yemeni govt drags in Riyadh Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen's Houthis accused the rebels on Wednesday of targeting Islam's holy city Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world and deepening the conflict roil»»»

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The Budapest Times 58m

Foreign minister targets Szijjártó over private jet spending, Fidesz calls complaint frivolous

The foreign minister filed a criminal complaint on suspicion of breach of fiduciary duty causing particularly significant financial harm, following the discovery during an audit that Péter Szijjártó and his delegation had "routinely" used private aircraft or special military planes for their foreig»»»

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France24 1h

Trump threatens to not reopen Kennedy Center after board blocks renaming

The Kennedy Center board voted Tuesday to close most of the Washington performing arts complex for safety repairs, hours after a judge again blocked efforts to add President Donald Trump’s name to the building. Trump said the $257 million renovation plan depended on recognising his role in the proj»»»

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24 News Agency 1h

Women's U17 football team of Kyrgyzstan defeats Iran - | 24.KG

The women’s U17 football team of Kyrgyzstan has begun its participation in the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) U17 international tournament, the Kyrgyz Football Union reports. In the opening round, the team faced Iran and secured a 2–1 victory. Narselya Ilyasova (23rd minute) and Perizat »»»

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The Barents Observer 1h

Bombers carrying Kh-101 missiles flew off Northern Norway

The strategic Tu-95MS bombers were escorted by Su-33 fighter jets and intercepted by a pair of Norwegian F-35s scrambled from Evenes Air Base to monitor the Russian aircraft. The flight, which took place over the Barents and Norwegian Seas early on Tuesday morning, 15 September, lasted five hours, »»»

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France24 2h

Saudi crown prince seeks neighbours' backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi called for free and secure navigation in the Red Sea during talks in Cairo on Tuesday, as the kingdom vowed to respond "firmly" to attacks by Yemen's Houthis. The two regional powers discussed the threat posed by the»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE temperatures to reach 46°C as fog and mist possible overnight

NCM forecasts humid conditions across some coastal and internal areas Dubai: Temperatures are expected to reach 46°C in parts of the UAE on Wednesday, with humid conditions raising the possibility of fog or mist overnight and into Thursday morning, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (N»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Indonesia seeks $26-$27 billion for National Health System overhaul: health minister

Jakarta: Indonesia is seeking between $26 billion and $27 billion in additional funding over the next five years in order to help finance its national healthcare system transformation and boost average life expectancy, Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin said. Speaking at the fourth Indonesia Healt»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Mumbai’s iconic Cafe Mondegar loses licence after FDA action

Colaba landmark among four Mumbai eateries facing action over food safety violations Mumbai’s iconic Cafe Mondegar has had its food licence suspended after an inspection by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) found several food safety and hygiene violations. The action is part of an »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Iran oil exports 'near zero' as US blockade reshapes Gulf trade

Washington’s crackdown on Iran’s 'shadow fleet' ripples through global oil trade Iran’s crude exports have effectively disappeared from the international market as a US naval blockade, tighter sanctions and months of attacks have disrupted the country’s ability to move oil through the Gulf of Oman »»»

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Gulf News 3h

India has potential to power next wave of global growth: IMF

IMF hails India’s strong fundamentals, private dynamism and tech prowess Washington: India has the potential to power the next wave of global growth, supported by its strong economic foundations, private-sector dynamism and expanding technological capabilities, a senior International Monetary Fund »»»

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Gulf News 3h

US oil stocks surge as Iran war disrupts global energy flows: API reports gains in crude, gasoline, distillate inventories

API figures reveal sharp rise in US crude supplies and refined fuel reserves US inventories of crude oil, gasoline and distillates all rose last week, according to data from the American Petroleum Institute, as the market weighs a prolonged US-Iran war and severe disruptions to Middle East oil ship»»»

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Gulf News 3h

The real test for AI begins when it leaves the screen

As humanoid robots find practical uses, engineers rethink what successful AI looks like Recently, more than 2,000 humanoid robots ran races, played football and demonstrated a rapidly expanding range of physical capabilities at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The event showcased remarkab»»»

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Gulf News 4h

US curbs S. Africa visas, alleging 'race-based discrimination'

New US visa limits deepen rift with Pretoria over post-apartheid policies The United States on Tuesday announced new restrictions on visas for South Africans, after President Donald Trump repeatedly criticised the country's leaders over its post-apartheid racial justice policies. Trump has lambaste»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Maduro ally pleads guilty in $195m money laundering case in US court

Alex Saab, ex-aide to Maduro, agrees to 'co-operate fully' with US prosecutors Alex Saab, a former Venezuelan minister and close ally of ousted president Nicolas Maduro, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to money laundering under a deal with US prosecutors, court filings showed. The Colombian-born business»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

FECAFOOT president Eto'o faces probe over alleged undisclosed Russia payment

Yaoundé: The Association of Amateur Football Clubs of Cameroon (ACFAC) has requested a government probe into the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) and its chief Samuel Eto'o following media reports of alleged graft linked to foreign match payments. Eto'o has been accused of improperly rece»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Official investigative report says Japan nuclear plant operator had falsified earthquake data

Tokyo: An investigative report confirmed Monday that Japanese utility Chubu Electric Power had falsified earthquake data during screening process to restart reactors at the Hamaoka nuclear power plant in Shizuoka Prefecture. The report, released by a third-party committee composed of external lawye»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Saudi crown prince seeks Egypt’s backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes

Pipeline strike, Red Sea attacks force Saudis to weigh war or diplomacy CAIRO (AP) — Saudi Arabia’s crown prince sought backing Tuesday from the president of Egypt, his ally across the Red Sea, as the kingdom faces increased attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Saudi shipping and infrastructure that»»»

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Gulf News 6h

30 missile cities in Iran: What to know

Inside Iran’s fortified ‘missile cities’ anchoring its regional strike power Iran’s missile arsenal remains one of the central pillars of its military strategy against Israel and the US, even after months of intensive strikes that have damaged launch sites, storage facilities and parts of its missi»»»

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France24 6h

OpenAI, Anthropic and Google in talks to create a standards body as AI fears rise

The world’s biggest AI companies are working to create a new industry standards body, OpenAI said on Tuesday, as rising concerns over the risks of artificial intelligence fuel pressure for greater oversight and safer development of the technology. The world's biggest AI companies are working on cre»»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

EC talk highlights how QF’s DIFI boosted Arab families over 20 years

Tribune News network Doha Over the past two decades, Qatar Foundation’s Doha International Family Institute (DIFI) has held a leading national, regional, and global role in placing family issues at the heart of policy agendas – and its impact across these years has been highlighted at an Education »»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

Ashghal president visits Al Asmakh Area development project - Package 1

Tribune News Network Doha As part of the follow-up of the implementation of development and rehabilitation projects for areas of historical and heritage value in Central Doha, President of the Public Works Authority (Ashghal) HE Eng. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Meer inspected the progress on the deve»»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

Health Asia 2026 draws global healthcare leaders to Karachi

The 23rd Health Asia International Exhibition & Conferences, held from September 10 to 12, 2026, at Karachi, brought together leading healthcare professionals, industry stakeholders and international delegates, reaffirming its position as Pakistan’s largest annual health and medical industry event.»»»

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France24 6h

Middle East live: Saudi Arabia vows to hit back ‘firmly’ after Houthi attacks

Saudi Arabia vowed on Tuesday to respond "firmly" to attacks by Yemen's Houthis after the Iran-backed fighters wounded 13 people in the kingdom’s south following a series of drone and missile attacks. Tensions have escalated since the Houthis pushed their offensive in Yemen and began targeting Riya»»»

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France24 6h

The Debate - First Hormuz, now the Red Sea? Oil spikes as Saudis sucked into Yemen spiral

First, there was Donald Trump’s surprise decision to strike Iran. Then, came the quagmire of a war without an exit strategy. Now, six months later, with access to the Gulf all but shut… global shipping holding its breath over the other end of the Arabian Peninsula. Saudi Arabia drawn back into Yeme»»»

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France24 6h

Nigeria's Dangote refinery launches biggest African IPO

Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote on Monday launched an IPO for his $19 billion Nigerian oil refinery, seeking $1.6 billion from retail investors across the continent. The offering values Africa’s largest refinery at about $49 billion and has drawn both strong investor interest and concerns over i»»»

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France24 6h

Turkey police disperse pro-LGBTQ protesters with tear gas

Turkish police fired tear gas at pro-LGBTQ demonstrators in the western city of Izmir on Monday, as activists protested a nationwide crackdown that saw dozens arrested over the weekend in a campaign authorities described as defending traditional family values. Turkish police fired tear gas on Monda»»»

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Qatar Tribune 6h

Community reception organised in honour of Indian envoy

Tribune News Network Doha A community reception was organised in honour of the Ambassador of India to the State of Qatar His Excellency Dr. K. Srikar Reddy, as he begins his tenure in Qatar. Organised by the Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) - in association with the Indian Community Benevolent Forum (I»»»

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France24 6h

NATO downs drone over Lithuania

NATO scrambled fighter jets overnight to ​shoot down a drone over Lithuania after the latest incursion on the alliance's eastern flank. In a separate incident, Denmark said a Russian warship fired two emergency flares at a Danish helicopter in the Baltic Sea, adding that the Russian ambassador»»»

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France24 6h

Analysts call for step-up in response to Russia after Denmark, Lithuania incidents

The European Union accused Russia on Tuesday of the "reckless" firing of flares at a Danish frigate which, with the shooting down of a drone over Lithuania, heightened the continent's anxiety over the Ukraine-Russia war. Danish analysts are calling for NATO and the EU to step up their response to R»»»

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France24 6h

Paris ex-mayor says 'collective failure' led to abuse of children in school care

Former Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo acknowledged a “collective failure” to protect children on Tuesday as police investigate more than 200 allegations of violence, mistreatment and sexual abuse at the French capital’s state-run nurseries and primary schools for over more than a decade. Former Paris May»»»

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France24 6h

NATO jets down drone over Lithuania as Russian ship fires flares at Danish helicopter

NATO fighter jets shot down a drone that entered Lithuanian airspace and Denmark accused a Russian frigate of firing flares at a Danish military helicopter on Tuesday, in incidents that heightened tensions along the alliance’s eastern flank. NATO fighter jets shot down a drone that entered Lithuani»»»

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Ya Libnan 7h

Lebanon prosecutor calls for indicting Ex-president, Michel Aoun in Beirut port blast – Ya Libnan

Share: This August 4, 2020 file photo, is the scene of an explosion that hit the seaport of Beirut, Lebanon. Over 220 were killed and 7000 were Injured , after 2,750 Tonnes of Ammonium Nitrate exploded . They were stored there for nearly 7 years. . President Michel Aoun was officially notified abou»»»

RT 8h

France seeks lifting of EU sanctions on Russian billionaire to free its spy in Baku

France is pressing the EU to lift sanctions on Russian billionaire Alisher Usmanov in exchange for several of its citizens detained in Azerbaijan, including a man convicted of spying for Paris, according to media reports. Last week, France unexpectedly broke ranks with most EU members and joined Sl»»»

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Qatar Tribune 8h

Labour ministry, National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking hold workshop on National Referral System

DOHA: The Ministry of Labour, represented by the National Committee for Combating Human Trafficking, in partnership with the National Human Rights Committee, organised the first workshop on the National Referral System, entitled 'National Referral System for Combating Human Trafficking: Protecting »»»

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Al Manar 8h

Saudi media: Alerts were issued in Abha, Khamis Mushait, and Jizan to warn of danger - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Saudi media: Alerts were issued in Abha, Khamis Mushait, and Jizan to warn of danger 15-09-2026 22:57 PM Latest News Urgent News Saudi medi»»»

Gulf News 9h

Kennedy Center board votes to close over financial woes, Trump branding dispute

Trump said the board voted “almost unanimously” to close the centre for renovations The board of the Kennedy Center voted Tuesday to close the facility amid financial issues and a dispute over putting President Donald Trump's name on the iconic performing arts venue, according to people familiar wi»»»

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Gulf News 9h

Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts, urges residents to exercise caution

Authorities advise staying indoors, avoiding open areas in Jazan, Abha, Khamis Mushait Saudi Arabia’s National Early Warning Platform for Emergencies has issued alerts warning residents of potential danger in Jazan Province, Abha and Khamis Mushait Governorate, the General Directorate of Civil Defe»»»

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Gulf News 9h

10,000 jobs in Oman: Bangladesh reveals new recruitment plan covering agriculture and fisheries

Recruitment plan includes 5,000 agricultural workers and 5,000 fisheries workers Dubai: Oman is planning to recruit 10,000 workers from Bangladesh, split evenly between agriculture and fisheries, under an agreement between the two countries aimed at expanding labour cooperation. Bangladesh State Mi»»»

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Daily News Egypt 9h

US drone strike destroys two Iranian boats attempting to seize naval vessel in Strait of Hormuz

The US military destroyed two small Iranian boats with missile strikes on Monday after Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attempted to seize an American naval drone patrolling the Strait of Hormuz, according to US officials cited by the Axios news website. A US official stated that the»»»

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Daily News Egypt 9h

Egypt, Finland discuss transboundary water cooperation ahead of UN Water Conference 2026

Egypt and Finland discussed cooperation on water issues and preparations for the 2026 United Nations Water Conference during a virtual meeting between Egyptian Water Resources and Irrigation Minister Hani Sewilam and Finland’s Special Envoy for Water Antti Rautavaara. The meeting was also attended »»»

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Daily News Egypt 9h

Egypt reports sharp decline in child anaemia, stunting rates

Egypt has recorded a sharp decline in anaemia and stunting among children since 2019, Health and Population Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar said during the 2026 National Day to Combat Stunting. The event, held under the theme “Early Detection Is Only the Beginning,” was organised in cooperation with »»»

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Sputnik 10h

Araghchi Calls Damage Revealed by US From Iranian Retaliatory Strikes 'Tip of Iceberg'

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday called the damage to US military bases in the Middle East from Iranian retaliatory strikes mentioned in the Pentagon report "the tip of the iceberg," and promised to disclose additional data on this matter. According to a Lead In»»»

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