Jailed Gaza hospital chief’s life at risk, rights group warns
The family of detained Gaza hospital director Dr Hussam Abu Safia has appealed for his immediate release, warning that his health has severely deteriorated after more than 555 days in Israeli detention. His son, Dr Elyas Abu Safia, said his father showed signs of severe abuse after being transferred to solitary confinement in a maximum-security […]
China, Russia to hold annual joint naval drills
China and Russia will begin their annual joint naval exercises off China’s eastern coast on Monday, with drills set to continue until July 13, according to Chinese and Russian officials. China’s Ministry of Defence said the exercises near the port city of Qingdao will include operations in surrounding waters and airspace, followed by joint maritime […]
Colombia edge Ghana to reach World Cup last 16
Colombia secured a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City on Friday. Jhon Arias scored the decisive goal in the 14th minute, finishing a cross from substitute Luis Suarez after striker Jhon Cordoba was forced off early through injury. The South Americans […]
Israel weighs possibility of new settlements in Gaza
Advertisement Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich have fuelled speculation over the possible establishment of new Jewish settlements in the Gaza Strip, nearly three years into the war in the enclave. Smotrich said his ministry had prepared plans for three settlements in northern Gaza and was awaiting approval from Netanyahu to […]
France face Paraguay in World Cup last-16 clash
France will take on Paraguay in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 on Saturday, with Kylian Mbappe’s side aiming to continue their impressive run and secure a place in the quarterfinals. The 2018 world champions have emerged as one of the tournament’s strongest teams, winning all four of their matches and scoring 13 […]
Gaza sports community vows to honour slain goalkeeper’s legacy
The Palestinian sports community has pledged to preserve the legacy of goalkeeper Saleem Khader al-Ashqar, who was killed by Israeli forces while searching for a cooking gas cylinder for his pregnant wife in southern Gaza. Al-Ashqar, 32, was shot in the town of al-Qarara, northeast of Khan Younis, ending a career devoted to football and […]
Thirty-two years on, young Rwandans reflect on progress, pain and hope
As Rwanda marks 32 years since the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi, many young people say the country has made significant progress but continues to live with the legacy of one of Africa’s darkest tragedies. On Liberation Day, commemorating the victory of the Rwanda Patriotic Front (RPF) that ended the genocide, survivors and the younger […]
Israel Approves 13 New Settlements in Occupied West Bank
Israel’s Security Cabinet has approved a plan to establish 13 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, a move Palestinian officials say will further divide Palestinian territory and weaken prospects for a two-state solution. The new settlements will be built in the Binyamin regional area along Route 60, a major road linking key Palestinian cities […]
Julian Nagelsmann Steps Down as Germany Coach After World Cup Exit
Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann has stepped down following the national team’s early exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026, the German Football Association (DFB) announced. Nagelsmann’s departure comes four days after Germany suffered a shock penalty shootout defeat to Paraguay in the knockout stage, ending their World Cup campaign earlier than expected. The 38-year-old […]
Pakistan’s Crypto Deal Gives Islamabad Rare Access to Trump Administration
Pakistan’s partnership with World Liberty Financial (WLF), the cryptocurrency venture linked to US President Donald Trump’s family, has strengthened diplomatic ties with the Trump administration despite little progress on the project’s original financial goals. According to Trump’s 2025 financial disclosure, WLF generated more than $500 million from token sales last year, making it one of […]