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US allies attacked by Iran after its military targets were hit again

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:49:28 GMT

DUBAI, U.A.E.: Iran carried out more attacks on U.S. allies in the Gulf and on Jordan on Saturday, after the United States launched strikes on Iranian military targets for the seventh night in a row. The targets included logistics hubs, and the fighting has now intensified one week after a ceasefire collapsed.

Kuwait faced continuous attacks, with a desalination plant hit and operations at Kuwait International A

Israel’s Knesset dissolved after lawmakers pass many bills

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:57:45 GMT

TEL AVIV, Israel: Israel's parliament, the Knesset, was dissolved early on July 17 after lawmakers passed a large number of bills in the final hours of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition government.

The Knesset had originally planned to begin its summer break on July 17, but it will now remain closed until after the national elections, scheduled for October 27.

The decision to dissolve parliame

Trump says Washington will hit Iran harder, target Pickaxe Mountain

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:23:02 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C./BEIRUT: U.S. President Donald Trump says that the United States will target Pickaxe Mountain in Iran, warning that Washington would continue to strike the country hard.

Pickaxe Mountain, located near Iran's heavily damaged Natanz uranium enrichment facility, is a strongly protected site. It has two deep underground tunnel complexes that experts believe are bey

Trump hits Iran dilemma: Push 10-day ceasefire or back fresh military campaign with Israel, reports Axios

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:31:10 GMT

Washington DC [US], July 21 (ANI): Amid the escalated military confrontation in West Asia as the conflict between Washington and Tehran intensifies, US President Donald Trump has hit a crossroad currently weighing two possible courses of action in the ongoing conflict--backing a new 10-day ceasefire proposal aimed at reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz or supporting a fresh large-scale military campaign alongside

UAE sends 70 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Venezuela following twin earthquakes

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 03:30:22 GMT

Caracas [Venezuela], July 21 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has sent 70 tonnes of humanitarian aid and relief supplies to Venezuela following two recent earthquakes as part of its emergency response to the disaster.

Delivered through the UAE Aid Agency in coordination with the UAE Embassy in Caracas, the shipment includes medical supplies, tents and shelter materials to help address urgent humanitarian needs

Houthis declare naval blockade of Saudi Arabia

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 03:25:03 GMT

The Iran-backed group vowed an eye for an eye after strikes on Sanaa airport

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have declared a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia, marking the biggest escalation between the two sides in years.

The move came a week after forces loyal to Yemen's Saudi-backed government bombed Sanaa International Airport in an attempt to prevent an Iranian plane carrying a Houthi d

Pentagon concealing true casualty numbers in Iran war NYT

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:01:38 GMT

Dozens of soldiers were injured in previously unreported strikes last week, the New York Times says

The Pentagon has withheld information about dozens of service members injured during the war with Iran, The New York Times reported on Monday, citing US officials.

On Friday, Iran struck a US military site in Jordan, killing two soldiers, wounding four, and leaving one missing. According to t

MIDEAST-GAZA CITY-DRONE STRIKE

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:15:25 GMT

(260720) -- GAZA, July 20, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Palestinians stand around a burned vehicle following an Israeli drone strike in Gaza City, on July 20, 2026. A drone struck a civilian vehicle in central Gaza City, injuring 14 people, including women and children, a source with the ambulance and emergency services told Xinhua. Four Palestinians were killed on Monday in two Israeli drone strikes targeting vehicles in the Gaza

US forces begin new round of strikes against Iran: CENTCOM

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:29:44 GMT

Florida [US], July 21 (ANI): As the West Asia crisis widens, the US Central Command said on Tuesday (local time) that it began a fresh round of strikes against Iran, aimed at degrading Tehran's military capabilities.

Sharing the details in a post on X, the CENTCOM said that the strikes began at 4 PM Eastern Time to target Iranian military infra which it claimed was used to attack commercial shipping in the Strait

Ajit Doval, Saudi FM review bilateral ties, discuss regional developments

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:29:29 GMT

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], July 21 (ANI): National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on Monday met Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two friendly countries and discuss the latest regional developments. The meeting took place in Riyadh.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in a post on X, said, 'During the meeting, they reviewed bilater

"Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested while in US": Trump reacts to Mamdani's remarks

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:29:28 GMT

Washington, DC [US], July 21 (ANI): US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will 'not be arrested while in the United States of America' after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that his administration is examining legal avenues to detain the Israeli leader.

The diplomatic friction intensified after Mamdani asserted to The New York Times that Netanyahu was a

UAE expresses solidarity with India, conveys condolences over flood victims

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:23:12 GMT

ABU DHABI, 21st July, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE has expressed its solidarity with the Republic of India over the victims of floods and landslides caused by heavy rainfall, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries, as well as significant damage.

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed the UAE's sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and peo

Kuwait condemns continued Iranian attacks

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:48:02 GMT

KUWAIT, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Kuwaiti Foreign Ministry on Monday condemned and denounced in the strongest terms the continued heinous Iranian aggression on the country, the latest of which took place earlier in the day.

In a press release carried by Kuwait News Agency, the ministry termed this aggression a blatant violation of Kuwait's sovereignty, a direct threat to its security and stability and the safe

Qatar condemns repeated Iranian attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:42:16 GMT

DOHA, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The State of Qatar condemned in the strongest terms the renewed attacks launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran on the territories of both the sisterly State of Kuwait and the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain, considering them a flagrant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the two countries.

It further stated that it is a blatant breach of international law, the Ch

CENTCOM highlights operational readiness of US forces in West Asia

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:00:38 GMT

Florida [US], July 20 (ANI): The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) on Monday highlighted the operational readiness of US forces deployed in West Asia, saying American military logisticians and sustainers continue to ensure combat systems remain mission-ready.

In a post on X, CENTCOM shared that US Marines were carrying out maintenance work on a High Mobility Artillery System (HIMARS) vehicle while deployed

Ambati Rayudu, Yusuf Pathan, Dilshan headline Asian Legends League line up, Season 2 to be held in Zambia from July 30

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:33:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 20 (ANI): The much-awaited second edition of the Asian Legends League (ALL) is all set to enthral cricket fans across the globe as the tournament will be held in Lusaka, Zambia, from July 30 to August 10, 2026.

Following the tremendous response to its inaugural edition, the league returns on a much bigger stage with six competitive teams, legendary former international cricketers, and an e

Hamas names new leader as Gaza war grinds on who is he

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:53:26 GMT

Khalil al-Hayya has been chosen to head the groups political bureau

Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as the new head of its political bureau, filling the leadership vacancy left by the assasination of Yahya Sinwar, the group announced on Monday.

Al-Hayya, who previously served as Hamas' Gaza chief in exile and its chief ceasefire negotiator, was chosen following internal elections. He comp

Hamas names new leader as Gaza war grinds on - who is he?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:53:26 GMT

Khalil al-Hayya has been chosen to head the group's political bureau

Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as the new head of its political bureau, filling the leadership vacancy left by the assasination of Yahya Sinwar, the group announced on Monday.

Al-Hayya, who previously served as Hamas' Gaza chief in exile an

UAE concludes 37 CEPAs, negotiating with 20 countries: Al Zeyoudi

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:42:23 GMT

ABU DHABI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, confirmed that the United Arab Emirates has concluded 37 Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) to date, 18 of which have already entered into force.

The UAE is also continuing negotiations with around 20 additional countries, while simultaneously implementing plans to develop logistics infrastructure

TikTok's UAE Forward Forum highlights growing economic impact, commitment to digital trust in UAE

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:15:31 GMT

DUBAI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- TikTok hosted the UAE Forward Forum, exploring the future of the UAE's digital economy and the role digital platforms play in supporting innovation, entrepreneurship and digital trust.

Held at the Museum of the Future in Dubai, the forum brought together government leaders, industry experts, creators and entrepreneurs to discuss how public-private collaboration is helping shape a

Piyush Goyal holds talks with UAE Economy Minister to deepen trade, investment and tourism ties

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:02:40 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 20 (ANI): Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held a meeting with United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri and the accompanying delegation, with discussions focused on further strengthening bilateral cooperation across trade, investment, tourism and connectivity.

Sharing details of the meeting in a post on social media platform X, G

Small-Cap Stock Elitecon International Gains After SEBI Eases Banking Restrictions; Here's What Happened

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:00:42 GMT

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New Delhi [India], July 20: Elitecon International Ltd shares remained in focus after the company outlined a comprehensive business recovery roadmap following progress in the restoration of its banking operations, a development that is expected to support the normalization of its day-to-day business activities.

The company informed investors that it has made significant progress after the Securities an

Xinhua Headlines: Where are renewed U.S.-Iran tensions headed?

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:45:27 GMT

* Renewed exchanges of attacks between the United States and Iran have cast severe uncertainty over the future of diplomacy and peace.

* Negotiations between them have stalled amid intensifying disputes over the Strait of Hormuz and escalating hostilities.

* On Saturday, Iran announced that it had suspended fulfilling its obligations under a memorandum of understand

Kuwait air defences intercept missiles, drones amid ongoing Iranian attack

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:27:04 GMT

KUWAIT, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Kuwait's air defence systems are currently intercepting hostile
missile and drone attacks following the ongoing Iranian aggression, the General Staff of the
Kuwaiti Army announced on Monday.
In a statement, carried by KUNA, the General Staff said any explosion sounds heard by the public are the result of air defense systems intercepting the hostile aerial threats.

UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team crowned Asian champions, winning 55 medals across four age categories

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:23:56 GMT

ABU DHABI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team, sponsored by Mubadala Investment Company, concluded an outstanding campaign at the third Jiu-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship and the 10th Jiu-Jitsu Asian Championship, held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, from July 13 to 19, after winning 55 medals across the Under-16, Under-18, Under-21 and adult categories. The team finished with 20 gold, 15 silver and 20 bro

Yemen's Houthis announce maritime ban on Saudi shipping amid rising tensions

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:15:13 GMT

SANAA, July 20 (Xinhua) -- Yemen's Houthi group on Monday announced a maritime ban on Saudi shipping, marking a significant escalation and raising concerns over security of navigation in the Red Sea and nearby shipping lanes.
In a statement aired by the group's Al-Masirah television, Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea said the decision took effect immediately following the announcement, without specifying how

UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian hostile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:03:38 GMT

ABU DHABI,20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed hostile attacks by Iran targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that these hostile attacks constitute a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of the brotherly nations and a threat to their security an

UAE Team Emirates-XRG's Isaac del Toro rides into White Jersey at Tour de France

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:42:58 GMT

PARIS, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- On stage 15 of the Tour de France, Isaac del Toro moved his way up to third overall for UAE Team Emirates-XRG, with the Mexican taking control of the young rider's classification.
Overtaking Paul Seixas of Decathlon CMA CGM in the race for the final podium, Del Toro takes the White Jersey into the race's final rest day. Sunday's stage offered an exhibition in teamwork for UAE Team

Ministry of Family, New Media Academy launch 'Family Content Creators' Programme

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:37:06 GMT

ABU DHABI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Ministry of Family, in collaboration with the New Media Academy, the first academy of its kind in the Middle East dedicated to digital media innovation, has launched the 'Family Content Creators' Programme as part of a comprehensive strategic initiative to empower participants to create purposeful, sustainable digital content that strengthens family cohesion, promotes the positiv

UAE President, VPs congratulate Britain's new PM

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:23:43 GMT

ABU DHABI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory cable to Andy Burnham on the occasion of his appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice

UAE Ambassador presents copy of credentials to Ministry of External Affairs of India

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:15:13 GMT

NEW DELHI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Abdulla Al Nuaimi presented a copy of his credentials as Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to the Republic of India to the Acting Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of External Affairs of India, at the Ministry's headquarters in New Delhi.
The Acting Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of External Affairs of India wished Al Nuaimi success in his duties to further advance bila

Dtec partners with JetBrains to accelerate AI innovation among UAE startups

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:04:24 GMT

DUBAI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest co-working and tech startup an hub in the region and an initiative of Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), today announced a partnership with JetBrains, the creator of intelligent software development tools, to equip emerging technology companies with advanced developer solutions and accelerate AI adoption.
Sign

Bahrain says Iranian attack targeted air navigation equipment without disrupting operations

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:08:42 GMT

MANAMA, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Bahrain Civil Aviation Affairs (CAA) said hostile drones targeted civil air navigation equipment serving the Bahrain Flight Information Region (FIR) during the Iranian attack on the Kingdom, with no impact on air traffic operations.
In a statement carried by the Bahrain News Agency (BNA), the CAA said that the relevant authorities responded immediately in line with approved op

ADI Chain, Tangem launch co-branded hardware wallets to Virgin Megastores across UAE

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:40:19 GMT

ABU DHABI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- ADI Chain and Tangem, the Swiss hardware wallet maker, have launched a co-branded hardware wallet available for purchase at Virgin Megastores across the UAE.
The wallet supports assets across 80+ blockchain networks, including BTC, ETH, and tokens native to ADI Chain, giving retail buyers access to secure self-custody across a wide range of digital assets.
The launch pla

Iran thanks Jordanians for help targeting US forces

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:26:28 GMT

Local intelligence enabled ballistic missile attacks on American aircraft and military facilities in the country, according to the IRGC
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has thanked Jordanian civilians and military personnel for allegedly providing the "accurate intelligence" it used to strike US forces and aircraft stationed in the kingdom.
In a statement carried by Tasnim on Monday

Diplomatic exchanges with US ongoing via mediators, says Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:58:09 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 20 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday revealed that Washington has recently transmitted messages to Tehran via third-party intermediaries, even as heavy fighting persists between the two factions.
Addressing a news conference in Tehran, the spokesperson confirmed the backchannel communications but refrained from disclosing specifics regarding the diplomatic not

'No excuse' for US to break agreement: Iran Foreign Ministry

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:52:04 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 20 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Monday reiterated Tehran's position on the interim deal signed with the United States, maintaining that the document features absolute clarity.
Addressing journalists in the Iranian capital, Tehran, the spokesperson emphasised that 'there is no ambiguity' within the framework of the agreement.
Providing details on the struc

World Economic Forum recognises UAE PASS as global digital government model

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:51:40 GMT

DUBAI, 20th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The World Economic Forum has recognised the UAE PASS as a global model that demonstrates the maturity of the UAE's digital transformation and the seamless integration of government services with a focus on promoting trust and advancing a human-centric approach that prioritises people's needs over technology.
This recognition was featured in a report issued by the World Economic For

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina criticised for 'classless' conduct during trophy presentation ceremony

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:50:05 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): Argentina came under heavy criticism for their conduct after losing the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, with sections of the football fraternity branding the runners-up 'classless' after players turned their backs during Spain's trophy celebrations and fans chanted Lionel Messi's name while Rodri collected the tournament's Golden Ball award, reported Goal.com.
Spain defeated defending c

Ship ablaze in Strait of Hormuz after attack; crew rescued: UK maritime agency

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:49:28 GMT

London [UK], July 20 (ANI): A vessel caught fire in the strategic Strait of Hormuz on Monday following a missile strike, prompting an immediate evacuation of the mariners on board.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirmed the incident, stating that 'the crew safely abandoned the vessel and have been recovered by a tug boat'.
According to the maritime security watchdog, the assault took

Iran's IRGC claims Jordan helped target US forces, aircraft leaving 'dozens killed'

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:45:50 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 20 (ANI): Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has claimed that individuals in Jordan provided intelligence that helped it carry out attacks on US military targets in the country, semi-official Tasnim news agency reported.
In a statement carried by the news agency, the paramilitary force asserted that the cross-border operation successfully obliterated 20 hangars housing US forces a

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina fans salute runners-up with celebrations in Buenos Aires despite final defeat

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:42:14 GMT

Buenos Aires [Argentina], July 20 (ANI): Thousands of Argentina supporters gathered at the iconic Obelisk in Buenos Aires on Sunday night to celebrate their national football team's FIFA World Cup campaign despite a heartbreaking 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the final.
Waving Argentine flags, singing chants and dancing in Plaza de la Republica, fans turned the city's traditional football gathering point into

India's expanding naval capabilities position it as critical maritime security partner for Israel, West: Jerusalem Post analysis

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:41:38 GMT

New Delhi [India], July 20 (ANI): As conflict in West Asia, tensions involving Iran and repeated attacks on commercial shipping expose the vulnerability of global trade routes, India's growing maritime capabilities are emerging as increasingly indispensable to Israel's security and the broader strategic interests of the United States and Europe, according to an opinion article in The Jerusalem Post, which described the

Netanyahu's office hits back at NYC Mayor Mamdani over "bogus" arrest remarks

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:40:52 GMT

Tel Aviv [Israel], July 20 (ANI): The Israeli Prime Minister's Office has strongly criticised New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani following statements that his administration is examining legal avenues to detain the Israeli leader during his upcoming visit to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September.
The official response, issued on Sunday, dismissed the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest war

More Than 60 Nations Unite as IIHM Launches GAIHEC, the World's First Global AI Hospitality Education Council

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:40:20 GMT

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Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], July 20: Artificial Intelligence is transforming every industry it touches. Yet in hospitality--an industry built not on machines but on warmth, empathy and human connection--the question is no longer whether AI will change the future. The real question is how that future should be shaped. On World AI Day, IIHM unveils a global movement to ensure Artificial Intelligence s

US military completes ninth consecutive night of strikes against Iran

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:39:37 GMT

Florida [US], July 20 (ANI): The US military has finished its ninth straight night of strikes against Iranian targets, following a sustained escalation in the region.
US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that the operations targeted 'Iranian military command centres, air defence and coastal surveillance sites, maritime capabilities, missile and drone launch sites, and communications networks'.

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:38:29 GMT

Washington, DC [US], July 20 (ANI): The United States and Iran sustained reciprocal missile and air strikes, with the hostilities showing no indication of de-escalating following the breakdown of a preliminary ceasefire effort.
Amid the intensifying conflict, US President Donald Trump stated that the most recent wave of American military operations was launched in memory of the American troops killed over the pas

Sensex plunges over 500 points, Nifty falls below 24,250 as Brent crude tops USD 90

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:38:02 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 20 (ANI): Indian benchmark indices opened sharply lower on Monday, weighed down by escalating tensions between the US and Iran that pushed Brent crude prices above USD 90 a barrel.
Both Sensex and Nifty began the week with a gap-down opening, with the Sensex falling more than 500 points and the Nifty trading around the 24,200 level.
Nifty was trading at 24,208.50, down 12

US strikes hit town in southwest Iran, causing power outages

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:36:05 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 20 (ANI): US strikes targeted the town of Khormoj in southwestern Iran, causing power outages across sections of the administrative centre of Dashti County in Bushehr province, Iran's semi-official Tasnim news agency reported, citing a local official.
The targeted region lies along the country's Gulf coast, situated near the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The locality has previously been subjecte

MQ-9 drone reportedly shot down over western Iran

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:35:23 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 20 (ANI): An MQ-9 unmanned aerial vehicle has reportedly been intercepted and brought down over Eslamabad-e Gharb in the western Kermanshah province of Iran, according to a report by the Mehr News Agency.
The Iranian news outlet stated that the drone was targeted by an advanced air defence system. According to Mehr, this system is operated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerosp

'Have you ever negotiated fearing death?': Iran FM recalls asking Trump envoy during US talks

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:35:16 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 20 (ANI): Amidst a fresh wave of US airstrikes on Iran, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has disclosed details of his high-stakes interactions with Steve Witkoff, the envoy to US President Donald Trump.
Araghchi revealed that he questioned the American diplomat on whether he had ever conducted negotiations under the psychological pressure of believing 'the whole meeting might be bombed'

"We control the Strait", says Trump amid fresh wave of US strikes against Iran

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:34:30 GMT

Florida [US], July 20 (ANI): As hostilities continue to rise in West Asia, the United States Central Command said on Sunday (local time) that it carried out a fresh wave of strikes against Iran. President Trump said that Iran had been hit 'very badly' in the wake of the American strikes and that it does not control the strait.
Sharing the details in a post on X, CENTCOM said that the strikes were aimed at target

FIFA World Cup 2026: Infantino congratulates Spain, calls their WC triumph "a proud achievement"

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:34:23 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): FIFA President Gianni Infantino congratulated Spain after their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time), calling the triumph a 'a proud achievement.'
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded just one goa

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina President Javier Milei announces national holiday to honour La Albiceleste's WC campaign

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:34:09 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): Argentina President Javier Milei announced that a national holiday will be declared to honour La Albiceleste's FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, which ended in heartbreak with a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time).
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign

FIFA World Cup 2026: Oyarzabal says Spain were "the better side" after final win over Argentina

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:33:50 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): Spain forward Mikel Oyarzabal said 'we were the better side' after their 1-0 victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time), according to The Athletic, citing Telemundo.
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded jus

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spanish Football Federation celebrates team's WC win, says "dreams do come true"

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:33:29 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): The Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) celebrated La Roja's FIFA World Cup 2026 victory as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time), saying, 'Dreams do come true.'
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded just one goal in

FIFA World Cup 2026: Coach Scaloni backs Messi after final defeat, says 'he is going to play up until he decided to do so'

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:32:48 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni said Lionel Messi is 'going to play up until he decided to do so,' while hailing him as the best football player ever, after the La Albiceleste faced a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time), according to the Athletic.
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's tit

FIFA World Cup 2026: AFA chief Tapia thanks Argentina for "giving everything from start to finish" after final defeat to Spain

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:32:21 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): The Argentine Football Association (AFA) President Claudio 'Chiqui' Tapia thanked the team for 'giving everything from start to finish' after the La Albiceleste faced a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time).
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unb

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi gets emotional after heartbreak for Argentina; AFA says "Your tears are our tears, Captain"

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:32:10 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): The Argentine Football Association (AFA) consoled legend Lionel Messi as he was seen tearing up after the La Albiceleste faced a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time), saying 'Your tears are our tears, Captain.'
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain PM Pedro Sanchez hails world champions, says 'Thanks, team'

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:31:43 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez celebrates Spain's FIFA World Cup 2026 win as La Roja defeated the defending champions Argentina 1-0 in the final at New Jersey on Sunday (local time), saying 'Thanks, team.'
Spain edged Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded just on

"You made us cry, shout, believe again": Football body consoles Argentina after FIFA World Cup 2026 final loss

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:31:20 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): The Argentine Football Association (AFA) expressed its gratitude to the team after La Albiceleste went down to Spain 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, saying 'thank you for how you defended the jersey.'
Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup 2026 champions after edging defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing

US military found unidentified remains in Jordan, another service member killed in Iraq: CENTCOM

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:30:46 GMT

Tampa [Florida], July 20 (ANI): The US Central Command on Sunday (local time) said that it recovered the remains of a military personnel following the 'Iranian attack' in Jordan on July 17 and separately mentioned that an American service member was killed in Iraq.
Sharing the details in a post on X, the CENTCOM said, 'Yesterday, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the passing of two U.S. service members an

Spain wins FIFA World Cup 2026, defeats Argentina 1-0 in final to lift second title

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:30:23 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup 2026 champions after edging defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded just one goal in eight matches.
Substitute Ferran Torres emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute with a powerful strike in

Spain wins FIFA World Cup 2026, defeats Argentina 1-0 in final to win second title

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:29:59 GMT

New Jersey [US], July 20 (ANI): Spain were crowned FIFA World Cup 2026 champions after edging defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time, bringing an end to Lionel Messi's title defence and completing an impressive unbeaten campaign in which La Roja conceded just one goal in eight matches.
Substitute Ferran Torres emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute with a powerful strike in

Reliance outlines growth strategy across Jio, O2C and new energy businesses after Q1

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:25:40 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 19 (ANI): Reliance Industries' management during the company's post-earnings analyst call has outlined its long-term growth strategy across its telecom, oil-to-chemicals (O2C) and new energy businesses, highlighting expanding digital services, resilient refining operations amid geopolitical disruptions, and steady execution of its clean energy projects.
On the telecom business,

FIFA WC 2026: Former Indian footballer Israil speaks on Argentina-Spain final, teenage Lamine Yamal's future

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:25:28 GMT

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Fukuoka [Japan], July 19 (ANI): Former Indian footballer and FC Goa youth coach Israil Gurung expressed that the winner of FIFA World Cup between Spain and defending champions Argentina could be determined by a 'very slight' margin, noting the well-organised, highly-technical nature of both teams who know when to take advantage in case of an opponent slip up.
It will be a clash of generation

Iran says missile attack targets outskirts of Abadan, reports no casualties

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:24:51 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): Iranian authorities said an area on the outskirts of Abadan in Khuzestan province was hit in a missile attack on Sunday, according to Iranian state broadcaster IRIB.
Valiullah Hayati, Deputy Security and Police Officer of the Khuzestan Governorate, said, 'A few minutes ago, an area outside the city limits and on the outskirts of Abadan was attacked with missiles by the terrorist enem

"Essential condition for victory against the enemy": Iran urges obedience to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:23:45 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Sunday said that adherence to the 'religious and national decree' of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is an 'essential condition for victory' amid the US strikes.
In a post on X, Ghalibaf said, 'Insisting on the sacred covenant is not merely a moral or social recommendation; rather, it is an essential condition for victory in the f

"Security hole" behind bombing of Supreme Leader's residence still exists: Iran FM Araghchi

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:22:49 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi has claimed that the bombing of the former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's residence was carried out through a 'security hole' that still exists, alleging that the breach enabled the US and Israel to obtain information and influence decision-making during the conflict.
Featuring in the documentary, 'War Adventure 2', Araghchi sai

"Essential condition for victory against the enemy": Iran urges obedience to Supreme Leader Mojatba Khamenei

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:22:44 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Sunday said that adherence to the 'religious and national decree' of Supreme Leader Mojatba Khamenei is an 'essential condition for victory' amid the US strikes.
In a post on X, Ghalibaf said, 'Insisting on the sacred covenant is not merely a moral or social recommendation; rather, it is an essential condition for victory in the f

US attacked under-construction Darkhovin nuclear power plant, says Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:22:34 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): Iran on Sunday claimed that the 'terrorist and criminal regime' of the US has attacked the under-construction Darkhovin nuclear power plant in Khuzestan province, according to the state broadcaster IRIB.
In a statement carried out by IRIB, the Atomic Energy Organisation of Iran (AEOI) alleged that the strike took place at around 3:39 am (local time) on Sunday.
'The terrorist

FIFA World Cup 2026: Kylian Mbappe makes goal prediction for Messi in finals amid race for Golden Boot

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:21:03 GMT

Miami [US], July 19 (ANI): France captain Kylian Mbappe has predicted that Argentinian skipper and his former PSG mate, Lionel Messi, will score at least one goal against Spain in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday (local time).
Mbappe's World Cup campaign ended after France lost to England 6-4 in the third-place match. However, the French skipper is leading the tally of goal scorers in the 2026 edition of the Wo

US planning for wider war with Iran WaPo

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:20:33 GMT

The White House is likely unaware it lacks the resources needed for an extended military campaign, an American official has told the paper
The US and Iran are on the precipice of all out conflict, the Washington Post reported on Sunday, citing sources familiar with discussions in the While House. According to the paper's sources, Washington is ramping up its air war assets in the Middle East.

"Couldn't care less": Trump dismisses Iran's withdrawal from interim deal

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:16:35 GMT

Washington DC [US], July 19 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) said that he 'couldn't care less' about Iran's decision to stop abiding by the US-Iran memorandum of understanding (MoU), reiterating that Washington's priority remains preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, Al Jazeera reported.
Speaking in a brief phone interview with US cable network NewsNation, Trump was asked ab

"Great Satan" can no longer maintain "domineering" regional presence in West Asia: Mojtaba Khamenei slams "criminal" US

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:16:24 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has called the United States 'Great Satan' who is no longer capable of sustaining a 'trouble-free, domineering presence' across West Asia.
In a written communication addressed to the citizens of Iraq on Sunday, Khamenei, who was selected in March to succeed his father Ali Khamenei, following his killing on February 28 in the US-Israel strikes, s

Saudi outlet, citing Israeli source, claims Mojtaba Khamenei "is not in Iran"

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:13:00 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei 'is not in Iran,' an Israeli security source cited by Saudi news outlet al-Hadath stated pm on Sunday.
Khamenei, who assumed the position of Iran's Supreme leader shortly after his father was killed in joint US-Israeli military strikes on February 28, has not made any public appearances and has communicated exclusively through written statement

Top Iranian commander warns US of "devastating response" amid rising regional tensions

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:09:54 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 19 (ANI): In a sharp escalation of rhetoric amidst ongoing regional tensions, the commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Major General Ali Abdullahi, has issued a severe warning to Washington, declaring that 'any aggression or barbarism will be met with a decisive and devastating response' by the Islamic Republic's military.
In an official statement carried by Iranian state

US says 8th "consecutive night" of strikes against Iran completed

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:09:48 GMT

Florida [US], July 19 (ANI): US Central Command (CENTCOM) has carried out a series of military operations targeting Iranian assets, marking an 'eighth consecutive night' of kinetic actions against Tehran-backed facilities in the region.
According to an official statement released on X, the operation was executed late Saturday under direct authorisation from the White House.
Writing on Truth Social on July 20 after three service members died over the weekend, Trump said: "Every time Iran kills an American Soldier they will pay for that killing many times over." He added that he had passed thi

Air Raid Sirens Sound In Bahrain, Kuwait As Iran Claims Fresh Strikes

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:05:00 GMT

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Attacks On Iranian Cities Reported
Iranian media reported new attacks on several cities on the morning of July 20.
The state-run Mehr news agency, citing an official from West Azerbaijan Province, reported that "a point near the Silvana district of Urmia" was targeted, and reported that several people were injured and taken to medical centers following the attack.
An offi

Washington must recognize Iran as major regional power - ex-official

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:04:18 GMT

Trump's former counterterrorism chief Joe Kent has described American bases in the Middle East as liabilities and called for US forces to leave

Former US counterterrorism chief Joe Kent has called on Washington to withdraw its forces from the Middle East and abandon its bases, arguing that months of m

Middle East Countries On High Alert As US Continues Strikes On Iran

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:00:16 GMT

Air raid sirens blared in Bahrain and other Gulf states as the struggle for control of the Strait of Hormuz continued after US forces conducted a ninth day of air strikes on targets around Iran.
Tensions increased over the weekend in the Gulf after the deaths of three US soldiers -- and possibly a fourth -- were announced.
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Air Raid Sirens Sound In Bahrain, Kuwait As Iran Claims Fresh Strikes

Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity: Second attack hits Kuwait power station

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:31:48 GMT

KUWAIT, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Kuwait's Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy announced Sunday that, as a result of the Iranian aggression against Kuwait, a power generation and water desalination plant came under a second attack in two days, causing a fire in parts of the facility.
In a press statement carried by the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), the ministry said the attack affected a large number

US ready to let Saudi Arabia enrich uranium - CNN

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:07:32 GMT

The deal awaiting presidential signature would give Riyadh access to enrichment similar to Iran's

The US has agreed to allow Saudi Arabia to have its own nuclear program and enrich uranium, CNN has reported, citing draft documents and sources familiar with the negotiations. The draft deal has been negotiated and is aw

US Hits Iran For Ninth Night To 'Honor' Fallen Americans, Trump Says

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

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FIFA World Cup 2026: France's Olise surpasses Pele's tally for most assists in single edition, breaks record that stood for 56 years

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:59:43 GMT

Miami [US], July 19 (ANI): France winger Michael Olise has etched his name into FIFA World Cup history after registering his seventh assist of the 2026 tournament, surpassing Brazilian legend Pele's long-standing record for the most assists in a single edition of the competition.
The French forward and Bayern Munich star achieved the milestone during France's third-place match against England at Miami Stadium on

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe overtakes Messi to lead Golden Boot race despite France defeat to England

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:59:23 GMT

Miami [US], July 19 (ANI): France captain Kylian Mbappe moved ahead of Lionel Messi in the race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot after scoring a brace in France's 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place match in Miami on Saturday (local time). The two goals took Mbappe's tournament tally to 10, putting him two clear of Messi, who has scored eight.
The France forward scored hat-tricks of braces against Sen

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Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:45:12 GMT

(260719) -- RAMALLAH, July 19, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Palestinians attend the funeral of 17-year-old teenager Fadi al-Nassan in the village of al-Mughayyir in the central West Bank on July 18, 2026.
TO GO WITH "Feature: Amid grief and grit, a Palestinian village buries its dead" (Photo by Nidal Eshtayeh/Xinhua)

Netanyahu could be arrested during New York visit - mayor

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 01:01:53 GMT

Zohran Mamdani is in "active conversation" with the city's legal department over the legality of detaining the Israeli PM

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said he is exploring the legal possibility of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he travels to the city for the UN General Assembly in Septem

No charges filed after scores of Palestinian detainees died in IDF custody - Haaretz

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:33:49 GMT

The Israeli military has reportedly launched 57 probes into deaths that happened at CCTV-equipped military facilities, but indicted no one

The Israel Defense Forces opened 57 criminal investigations into the deaths of multiple Palestinian and Lebanese detainees in Israeli military custody but never indicted anybody, a

Flights suspended, power and desalination plants hit as Iran launches missiles at Kuwait

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:02:28 GMT

Kuwait City [Kuwait], July 18 (ANI): Kuwait was subjected to a barrage of Iranian missile strikes on Saturday as hostilities between the United States and Iran escalated sharply, forcing an immediate halt to all aviation operations and damaging critical elements of the Gulf nation's power grid and water desalination infrastructure.
Air raid sirens sounded repeatedly across Kuwait from the early hours of Saturday

Iran's IRGC warns countries hosting US forces to prepare for "corresponding response"

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:58:36 GMT

Tehran [Iran], July 18 (ANI): Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued an explicit warning to nations hosting American troops, stating that they must prepare for a 'corresponding response' amid escalating regional conflicts, according to the semi-official Tasnim news agency.
The military wing demanded that these host nations 'activate their civil defence units to protect their citizens and move

Four US service members killed in Iranian retaliatory strikes - Pentagon

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:52:53 GMT

The troops lost their lives as Tehran's forces pounded US military facilities in Jordan and Iraq with ballistic missiles and UAVs on Friday

Three US service members have been killed after Iranian forces struck American military facilities in Jordan with ballistic missiles and kamikaze drones, the Pentagon has reported

Kuwait controls fires following Iranian brutal attack

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:33:31 GMT

KUWAIT, 18th July, 2026 (WAM) -- Firefighting teams have managed to extinguish two fires erupted
at two different sites, after they had been targeted by Iranian brutal attacks, said Kuwait Fire
Force (KFF) Spokesman Brig. Mohammad Al-Ghareeb on Saturday.
Five teams from the oil sector also took part in putting out the fires, he added in a statement.
Al-Ghareeb noted that the incidents caused sev

Kuwait denounces "heinous" Iranian strikes as military confirms injuries and material damage

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 14:02:30 GMT

Kuwait City [Kuwait], July 18 (ANI): Kuwait has issued a strong condemnation of the Iranian military attacks against its oil facilities, electrical power stations and water desalination plants.
In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kuwait asserted that the 'henious' Iranian aggression endangers civilian lives, noting repeated targeting of vital civilian assets and infrastructure. The Ministr