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UAE Discusses Hormuz Security With Iran In Rare Call Amid Ceasefire
The exchange, reported by state news agency WAM, marks a rare public contact between Abu Dhabi and Tehran following tensions linked to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
Israel Declassifies Documents On Daring 1976 Entebbe Hostage Rescue
The operation saw dozens of Israeli commandos storm the Entebbe Airport, where Palestinian and German militants - backed by Ugandan forces - had taken 106 passengers from a hijacked flight from Tel Aviv to Paris.
OpenAI Launches GPT-5.6 Series in US-Only Preview At Government's Request
By securing early access to frontier models, US officials are aiming to identify threats ranging from cyberattacks to military misuse before the tools are widely deployed.
42 Ships Cross Strait Of Hormuz Using Oman Passage Despite Iran Threats
Traffic levels in the Strait of Hormuz fell back from Wednesday's high, but vessels continued to use a non-Iranian-approved passage despite a ship being struck by a projectile, tracking platforms showed.
In Breakthrough, Lebanon, Israel And US Announce Trilateral Agreement
The agreement "begins to put in place a framework for lasting peace and security," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
Netherlands Euthanises Sick Child Under 12 For First Time In History
The Netherlands introduced a legal change in 2024 allowing euthanasia for children aged between 1 and 12 who are facing severe and unbearable suffering from a terminal illness.
Israel To Remain In South Lebanon Until Hezbollah Disarms: Netanyahu
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that Israel would remain in south Lebanon until Hezbollah disarms, shortly after the announcement in Washington of a framework agreement with the United States and Lebanon.
Trump Threatens 100% Tariff On European Countries Over Digital Services Tax
Trump took aim at European countries that he said are discussing "imminent" implementation of taxes on American companies.
Kremlin To Look Into "Strange" Video Appeal To Putin Alleging Army Torture
The viral video appeals to President Vladimir Putin by a military veteran accusing Russian commanders in Ukraine of torturing and murdering soldiers for not fulfilling "suicidal orders".
Overflowing Hospitals, Cancelled Festivals: Europe Buckles Under Heatwave
Health authorities in Britain and France warned hospitals were struggling with the heat and a surge in emergency calls.
UK Breaks Record Hottest June Day Record For 3rd Time This Year
The 36.9 degrees Celsius record temperature was chalked in Wattisham, Suffolk, in southeast England, the meteorologists said, breaking the previous high of 36.7 degrees Celsius set on Thursday.
Rs 7,744 Crore A Year: Indian-Origin CEO Highest-Paid Executive After Musk
Shankh Mitra's rise began in Kolkata, where he studied engineering at Jadavpur University, completing a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering.
Ex-Trump Security Advisor John Bolton Pleads Guilty In Classifed Files Case
Bolton can withdraw his guilty plea if the judge issues a longer prison sentence or a fine greater than $2.25 million.
"Foolish Violation": Trump Says Iran Fired 4 Drones At Ships In Hormuz, 1 hit
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said Iran had shot at least four one-way drones on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent Crude Oil Price Falls Over 5% To Below $72 Per Barrel
The price of Brent North Sea crude, the international benchmark, dived more than 5 per cent to around $71.50 a barrel
Indian-Origin Man Shot In Portugal, Then Gang's "More Brutal" Threat
The injured person, identified as Kishore Gujarati, was targeted by unidentified assailants, which has triggered concerns related to gang activity and the rise of new criminal elements in the area.
Why South Africans Are Protesting Against Immigrants
Anti-foreigner groups say South Africa is overrun with illegal immigrants who take jobs away from South Africans, use up scarce public services and are responsible for high crime rates.
UN Demands Independent Probe Into ICE Custody Deaths In US
At least 52 deaths have been reported in ICE holding facilities since the start of 2025, when US President Donald Trump returned to office and launched a crackdown on immigrants, the UN human rights office said.
Incoming Missile Alert Sounded In Dubai, Then A "Disregard Warning" Message
Since the mobile alert was the first in weeks since the ceasefire between the United States and Iran took place, it startled the residents of Dubai.
