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Threats between Iran and US continue
In same context, UAE Foreign Minister said that “clear, scientific, convincing” evidence still required on recent oil tankers attack
BBC’s survey: Rise of areligious in MENA
The survey issued info-graphs about how Arabs feel about wide range of issues, from women’s rights and migration to security and sexuality.
Protesters in Hong Kong block government meeting, delaying extradition bill reading
Thousands of protesters descended on government headquarters, blocked at least 2 major roads in central Hong Kong to oppose new extradition bill
Thousands protest in Hong Kong against sending suspects to China
Hong Kong’s chief executive promises saving human rights
US sets Turkey deadline to give up Russian missile deal
Turkey will be forbidden from taking final delivery of the four F-35s it recently ordered. Training for Turkish personnel on the F-35 will be discontinued from the end of July.
New US sanctions show unwillingness to engage in talks: Iran FM
US sanctioned Iran’s largest petrochemical holding group on Friday for indirectly supporting IRGC
Brazil’s Neymar accused of rape in Paris — report
Neymar’s representatives did not immediately respond to a request for comment. His father, Neymar dos Santos, denied any wrongdoing
Kushner on Mideast tour to promote Trump’s peace plan
Trump’s advisor seeks to drum up support for US plan
John Bolton says Iran is 'almost certainly' behind oil tanker 'attacks'
US President Trump’s national security adviser did not provide evidence but claimed Iran was behind attacks on oil tankers in the Persian Gulf. Tehran called the accusation “laughable.”US National Security Adviser John Bolton said on Wednesday that Iran was likely behind the attacks on four ships off the coast of the United Arab Emirates earlier …
Boris Johnson to face court on Brexit campaign comments
The frontrunner to become Britain’s next prime minister must face court questions about his Brexit claims pertaining to the costs of membership of the EU. The case is a private one, brought by a businessman.Boris Johnson, a top contender to become Britain's next prime minister, will be summoned to court to answer questions about allegations …
Iran sees no prospect for negotiations with United States: Iranian FM
Trump said on Monday that he “really believe that Iran would like to make a deal, and I think that’s very smart of them, and I think that’s a possibility to happen.”
Trump says US not seeking regime change in Iran
Tension between the two nations has significantly increased in recent weeks. Earlier, the US announced the deployment of 1,500 additional troops to the Middle East to counter “credible threats” from Iran in a move denounced by Tehran on Saturday as “a threat to international peace.”
Europeans need to do more to preserve nuclear agreement with Iran: Zarif
‘We will defend Iran against any aggression,’ says foreign minister
Egypt condemns Lyon attack in France
Thirteen people injured during explosion, investigation suggests it is terror attack
Trump sends 1,500 troops to Middle East amid tensions with Iran
Both Trump, Pentagon stress they were not seeking to engage in military conflict with Iran
New Zealand Christchurch mosque attacker charged with ‘terrorism’
Man accused of gunning down 51 people at two mosques in Christchurch formally charged with terrorism
Trump says he can negotiate when Iran is ‘ready’ for talks
Saudi Arabia accused Tehran of being involved in alleged attacks on their crude oil pipeline
US to promote investment in Palestinian territories during June conference
US officials did not clarify whether Palestinian, Israeli officials would or not attend
Trump threatens Iran of total destruction
‘Never threaten the United States again,’ Trump tweets
EU fines major banks 1 billion euros over 'currency cartels'
Regulators in the European Union have levied a hefty fine on Barclays, Royal Bank of Scotland, Citigroup, JPMorgan and Japan’s MUFG over collusion in currency trading.The Commission fined the banks for taking part in two separate cartels, the "Forex – Three Way Banana Split, and the "Forex-Essex Express" cartels. The cartels involved 11 currencies, including …
Eiffel Tower shines lights and offers snacks for 130th anniversary
The iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris welcomed 1,350 children ahead of a concert and a elaborate laser show into the early hours to celebrate 130 years as the French capital’s tallest building.The Eiffel Tower, which communicates via Twitter to visitors, announced on Wednesday that "a busy period is expected." The tallest building in Paris took …
Claude Monet painting sells for record $110.7M at auction
An iconic painting from Impressionist artist Claude Monet’s “Haystacks” series has been sold for a record price at auction in New York. The former owners paid $2.53 million for the work in 1986.A painting from Claude Monet's acclaimed "Haystacks" series has sold for a record $110.7 million (about €98 million) at a Sotheby's auction in …
Trump warns Iran of acting against US, Tehran rejects threats
European powers caution against consequences of escalation
Sri Lanka partly lifts curfew imposed after attacks on mosques
Attacks came in wake of deadly Easter Sunday bombings
ECJ: EU employers must track working time in detail
Employers in the European Union must implement a system to record time worked daily by their employees, according to a new ECJ ruling. The decision stemmed from a lawsuit in Spain against Deutsche Bank.The European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled on Tuesday that EU member states must require employers to set up a system that …
WHO urges exercise and non-smoking in first advice on dementia
The UN health agency’s report advises “what is good for our heart, is also good for our brain.” Regular exercise and a good diet are part of the plan for a public health response to dementia.In the report issued on Tuesday, the UN's World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the number …
EU: Neymar right in trademark battle
The EU upholds a ruling in favor of the Paris St Germain forward. A businessman had registered Neymar’s name as a trademark, claiming he didn’t know the Brazilian was set for stardom. Judges found this “inconceivable.”The European Union has supported Neymar's demand for a declaration of invalidity against a trademark registration trying to exploit his …
EU foreign ministers discuss Iran nuclear deal in Brussels
EU backers of Iran nuclear deal to find ways to maintain pact amid Iran’s partial withdrawal
Middle East fears Iran-US military confrontation as tensions escalate
Since last week, the US military has sent forces, including an aircraft carrier and B-52 bombers, to the Middle East to counter what the Trump administration says are “clear indications” of threats from Iran to US forces there.
US-China trade war escalates, as Trump imposes further tariffs on $300bn worth goods
‘China will never yield to US pressure, will not compromise on matters of principle,’ says People’s Daily
