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An Airbus A350-1000 in the sky above the Paris Air Show in Le Bourget, north-east of central Paris. AP

Riyadh Air signs deal for 25 Airbus A350 planes at Paris Air Show

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the G7 Leaders' Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, on June 15. EPA

G7 leaders meet in Canada to discuss wars and global economy

Mourners pray for a Palestinian killed near Rafah by what Gaza health officials said was Israel fire. Reuters

Israeli attacks killed at least 57 in Gaza in 24 hours

New MI6 chief Blaise Metreweli and MI6 Headquarters in London. AP

Q becomes C as UK's MI6 gets first female chief

Simon Stiell said hitting the 1.5°C target is 'utterly essential'. EPA

UN climate chief says crunch talks must deliver

Paris Saint-Germain's Lee Kang-in slots home a penalty to make it 4-0 against Atletico Madrid. AP

European champions PSG flex muscles with easy win over Atletico

AFP

Weekend EssayUS ambiguity shouldn't stop work on a two-state solution


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Smoke billows for the second day from the Shahran oil depot, northwest of Tehran, on June 16, 2025. Iran unleashed a barrage of missile strikes on Israeli cities early on June 16, after Israel struck military targets deep inside Iran, with both sides threatening further devastation. (Photo by ATTA KENARE / AFP)

Israel claims 'full air supremacy' over Tehran as strikes continue

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The site of an Iranian ballistic missile strike in Tel Aviv on June 16. Bloomberg

'Same cup of death': How Gazans feel about Iran's strikes on Israel

Residents in Gaza describe mixed feeling as Tehran attacks heart of Tel Aviv

MENA
Protesters in the Iraqi capital Baghdad carry Iranian and militia flags at a bridge leading to the fortified Green Zone, where the US embassy is located, on Sunday. AP Photo

Tehran-allied Iraqi militia vows actions against Israel

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How Israel's 'decapitation campaign' could bring in the hardliners

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UAE airlines extend flight suspensions as Israel-Iran conflict escalates

Travel

Trump says Israel and Iran will reach an agreement 'soon'

US

Escalation masks possible talks to end Israel-Iran war

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Israel-Iran conflict

Houthi supporters attend a ceremony marking the Shiite religious Day of Eid al-Ghadir, in Sana'a, Yemen, 14 June 2025. The al-Ghadir Day is annually observed since Shiites believe the Prophet Muhammad designated his cousin Imam Ali as his successor. Yemen's Shiite Houthis have celebrated al-Ghadir Day since they took control of most northern parts of Sunni majority-Yemen, including the capital Sana'a, in 2014. EPA / YAHYA ARHAB

ExclusiveHouthis consider resuming strikes on US targets to back Iran

Passengers wait at Rafik Hariri International Airport in Beirut on Friday after flights to and from Lebanon were cancelled or delayed following Israel's attack on Iran. EPA

Unease persists for Lebanese as they watch Israel-Iran conflict play out

Israel's attack on Iran on Friday killed powerful leaders within Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. AFP

CommentIs the writing on the wall for Iran's ruling class?

Emiratis, residents and visitors are urged to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. Photo: Dubai Airports

Travel alert issued for Emiratis and UAE residents

An emergency worker after missiles were launched from Iran to Israel, in Tel Aviv, on Monday. Reuters

CommentNetanyahu's war on Iran is perilous on so many levels

A fire burns at an oil refinery in southern Tehran after it was hit by an Israeli strike. AFP

EditorialG7 summit can push for an end to Iran-Israel conflict

An emergency worker carries a rescued dog from a building damaged in an overnight strike on June 14, in Ramat Gan, Israel. Getty

War with Iran has secured Netanyahu's political survival once again

People watch from a bridge as flames rise from the Shahran Oil depot in Tehran, Iran. Reuters

What Iran's next potential move will mean for energy security

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Markets tumble amid escalating Iran-Israel conflict

Oil prices jump and stocks slide as missile strikes raise supply and security fears

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Gaza residents describe life during internet blackout

European Commission chief says negotiated solution to Iran-Israel conflict is best 'in long term'

European Commission chief says negotiated solution to Iran-Israel conflict is best 'in long term'

Iranian missiles hit Haifa in latest wave of attacks

Iranian missiles hit Haifa in latest wave of attacks

Fifa Club World Cup 2025 opener ends in goalless draw

Fifa Club World Cup 2025 opener ends in goalless draw



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Alexej Manvelov as Akram Salim in Netflix show Dept Q. Photo: Netflix

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Mercedes driver George Russell celebrates his win at the Canadian Grand Prix. AP

Canadian GP: Russell's best ever, Antonelli's potential and Hamilton's road kill

The 90-metre infinity pool at the five-star hotel in Kep Merli, Albania, blends in with the Mediterranean sea. Photo: Kep Merli

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Government workers in Dubai will be split into two groups to work reduced hours over summer. Alamy

Dubai announces four-day working week for government staff over summer

UAE Team Emirates rider Tadej Pogacar celebrates on the podium after winning the Criterium du Dauphine. AFP

'Super happy' Pogacar seals first Dauphine crown for UAE Team Emirates

David Beckham reacts as he attends the King's Foundation Awards ceremony, on the 35th anniversary of The King’s Foundation, at St James's Palace, in London. Reuters

David Beckham, Gary Oldman, Elaine Paige and others knighted by King Charles III

Muhammad Mokaev after his victory over Thomas Assis in the 971 Fighting Championship at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Photo: 971 FC.

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Emiratis, residents and visitors are urged to contact airlines directly for the latest updates on flight schedules. Photo: Dubai Airports

Travel alert issued for Emiratis and UAE residents


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Defendant Alaa Mousa, accused of crimes against humanity under former Syrian dictator Bashar Al Assad's regime, in court to hear the verdict in his case. AFP

German court jails Syrian doctor for crimes against humanity

Alaa Mousa was found guilty of torturing patients at military hospitals

Europe

Ireland hopes to ban trade with illegal Israeli settlements 'by summer'

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People protest against US President Donald Trump's sweeping travel ban, at Los Angeles International Airport. Reuters

Trump considers expanding travel ban by 36 countries, including Syria and Egypt

US

Adnoc’s XRG leads $19bn bid to buy Australian gas producer Santos

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Activists who planned to take part in the March to Gaza, from the Egyptian city of El Arish to the Rafah border crossing, are welcomed back at Schiphol Airport in The Netherlands after being deported by Egypt. EPA

Foreign activists resist Egypt's attempts to block Global March to Gaza

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UAE economy grew 4% in 2024 to Dh1.78 trillion on non-oil boost

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Residents recount trauma of Dubai Marina tower blaze

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Iraq to arrange land trips to its stranded travelers including Hajj pilgrims

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Donald Trump's military parade takes over Washington

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Soufiane Rahimi and Al Ain start their Club World Cup campaign against Serie A giants Juventus. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Rahimi on Al Ain's chances at Club World Cup: 'Nothing is impossible'

Paris Saint-Germain's Lee Kang-in slots home a penalty to make it 4-0 against Atletico Madrid. AP

European champions PSG flex muscles with easy win over Atletico

Liam Delap in training with new club Chelsea. Picture: Chelsea FC

Delap poised for Chelsea debut in Club World Cup clash against LAFC

Bayern Munich's German midfielder #42 Jamal Musiala (L) celebrates after scoring a goal during the Club World Cup 2025 Group C football match between Germany's Bayern Munich and New Zealand's Auckland City at the TQL stadium in Cincinnati on June 15, 2025. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)

Musiala hits hat-trick as Bayern smash 10 past part-timers Auckland

Al Ahly players dive in as Inter Miami's Argentine forward Lionel Messi attempts a shot during the Club World Cup 2025 Group A match. AFP

Al Ahly spoil Messi's party as Club World Cup opener ends in stalemate

Soccer Football - Club World Cup - Manchester City Training - Lynn University, Boca Raton, Florida, U. S. - June 13, 2025 Manchester City's Rayan Ait-Nouri during training REUTERS / Marco Bello

City's new recruits join Club World Cup preparations

The Fifa Club World Cup trophy at the BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California. AFP

Club World Cup 2025 stadium guide: Venues, fixtures and travel times

Christian Vieri represented Atletico Madrid, Inter Milan and Juventus, three of the 32 teams at the Club World Cup, during a successful playing career. Getty Images

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Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell has indicated that the Fed will take a cautious approach towards cutting US interest rates amid tariff uncertainty. AP

Fed set to keep US rates steady as Middle East tensions add to uncertainty

Economy

What happens if Israel intensifies attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure

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GILTI complex: Unravelling obscure tax law is vexing US business owners overseas

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Can listening to an instrument version of Adele be as good as the real thing?

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Cistern beneath 500-year-old Istanbul hammam converted into art gallery

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Gaza by Aude Abou Nasr uses illustration to call for Palestinian rights. Photo: Malu Halasa

Palestinian political poster exhibition in London speaks to 'urgency' of moment

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Emergency personnel in Tel Aviv after missiles are launched from Iran to Israel. Reuters
Emergency personnel in Tel Aviv after missiles are launched from Iran to Israel. Reuters
Emergency personnel in Tel Aviv after missiles are launched from Iran to Israel. Reuters
Emergency personnel in Tel Aviv after missiles are launched from Iran to Israel. Reuters
Iranian missiles launched at Israel seen from the Nuseirat refugee camp in the besieged Gaza Strip. AFP
Iranian missiles launched at Israel seen from the Nuseirat refugee camp in the besieged Gaza Strip. AFP
Iranian missiles launched at Israel seen from the Nuseirat refugee camp in the besieged Gaza Strip. AFP
Iranian missiles launched at Israel seen from the Nuseirat refugee camp in the besieged Gaza Strip. AFP
A convoy carrying activists to the Gaza Strip to challenge Israel's blockade on humanitarian aid is blocked in Sirte, eastern Libya, from continuing towards Egypt. AP
A convoy carrying activists to the Gaza Strip to challenge Israel's blockade on humanitarian aid is blocked in Sirte, eastern Libya, from continuing towards Egypt. AP
A convoy carrying activists to the Gaza Strip to challenge Israel's blockade on humanitarian aid is blocked in Sirte, eastern Libya, from continuing towards Egypt. AP
A convoy carrying activists to the Gaza Strip to challenge Israel's blockade on humanitarian aid is blocked in Sirte, eastern Libya, from continuing towards Egypt. AP
Israeli weapons company stands, including IAI, are shut down by organisers during the 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport. Reuters
Israeli weapons company stands, including IAI, are shut down by organisers during the 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport. Reuters
Israeli weapons company stands, including IAI, are shut down by organisers during the 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport. Reuters
Israeli weapons company stands, including IAI, are shut down by organisers during the 55th Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport. Reuters
Granddaughter of former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, who died during the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, attends his wreath-laying ceremony. Reuters
Granddaughter of former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, who died during the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, attends his wreath-laying ceremony. Reuters
Granddaughter of former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, who died during the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, attends his wreath-laying ceremony. Reuters
Granddaughter of former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani, who died during the Air India crash in Ahmedabad, attends his wreath-laying ceremony. Reuters
Parents and guardians outside an elementary school at the start of a new school year in Quezon City, Philippines. AP
Parents and guardians outside an elementary school at the start of a new school year in Quezon City, Philippines. AP
Parents and guardians outside an elementary school at the start of a new school year in Quezon City, Philippines. AP
Parents and guardians outside an elementary school at the start of a new school year in Quezon City, Philippines. AP
A vendor awaits customers at his stall selling plastic cans in a market in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan. AFP
A vendor awaits customers at his stall selling plastic cans in a market in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan. AFP
A vendor awaits customers at his stall selling plastic cans in a market in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan. AFP
A vendor awaits customers at his stall selling plastic cans in a market in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan. AFP
US President Donald Trump is greeted by Steven Crowchild of the Tsuut'ina First Nation at Calgary International Airport before the start of the G7 summit. AFP
US President Donald Trump is greeted by Steven Crowchild of the Tsuut'ina First Nation at Calgary International Airport before the start of the G7 summit. AFP
US President Donald Trump is greeted by Steven Crowchild of the Tsuut'ina First Nation at Calgary International Airport before the start of the G7 summit. AFP
US President Donald Trump is greeted by Steven Crowchild of the Tsuut'ina First Nation at Calgary International Airport before the start of the G7 summit. AFP

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