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Army air defence firing is seen following an Israeli strike in Tehran, Iran. (File/Reuters)

Iran media report blasts over Tehran, air defense systems activated

  • The IRNA state news agency said the “sound of air defense firing” was heard in western Tehran
  • Following the reports, an Israeli security source told AFP that the country was not carrying out airstrikes in Iran
By AFP ·

Update Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian boats laying mines in Hormuz Strait

Trump orders military to ‘shoot and kill’ Iranian boats laying mines in Hormuz Strait

  • Trump says US in no rush but 'clock is ticking' for Iran
  • US seizes another tanker shipping Iranian oil to Asia
By AP ·

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Thunderstorms, heavy rain to persist across Saudi Arabia

Thunderstorms, heavy rain to persist across Saudi Arabia

  • General Directorate of Civil Defense urges the public to stay away from valleys and flood-prone zones
By Arab News ·

Special Is the Iran conflict sidelining the unresolved Gaza crisis? photos

Is the Iran conflict sidelining the unresolved Gaza crisis?

  • Aid agencies warn that as diplomatic attention shifts to Iran, Gaza’s humanitarian crisis is worsening in plain sight
  • Rafah crossing closure has reignited fears of famine among families still facing shortages and displacement
By ANAN TELLO ·

Child vaccine catch-up drive on course to hit target: UN

Child vaccine catch-up drive on course to hit target: UN

  • About 18.3 million children under-5 years old across 36 countries in Africa and Asia immunized under program
  • WHO says cuts in foreign aid and tide of disinformation against vaccines continue to hamper campaign
By AFP ·

Mourners hold posters that show portraits of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil, who was killed Wednesday in an Israeli airstrike. video

Lebanon to press Israel to halt attacks on journalists, medics during Washington talks

  • 27 journalists killed in Lebanon since 2023 Israel-Hezbollah war began
  • Injured photojournalist recounts last exchange with slain journalist Amal Khalil
By NAJIA HOUSSARI ·

Mourners hold posters that show portraits of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil, who was killed Wednesday in an Israeli airstrike. video

Lebanon to press Israel to halt attacks on journalists, medics during Washington talks

  • 27 journalists killed in Lebanon since 2023 Israel-Hezbollah war began
  • Injured photojournalist recounts last exchange with slain journalist Amal Khalil
By NAJIA HOUSSARI ·

Ithra takes ‘Beyond the Ordinary’ to Milan Design Week 2026

Ithra takes ‘Beyond the Ordinary’ to Milan Design Week 2026

  • Aim to empower local talent, boost cultural exchange
  • Showcase for 8 designers from Mideast, North Africa
By Arab News ·
US says Iran players welcome at World Cup amid Italy uproar

US says Iran players welcome at World Cup amid Italy uproar

  • No-one “from the US has told them they can’t come,” says Secretary of State Marco Rubio
  • Italian sports officials reject proposal to let Italy take Iran slop in the world Cup
By AFP ·