[CAF] Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to their first victory at a FIFA World Cup as the Pharaohs came from behind to beat New Zealand 3-1 and move top of Group G on Sunday night.

Egypt’s law enforcement forces have detained 87 Egyptian citizens and 136 foreign nationals during a large-scale security operation against criminal networks in the Southern Military Region, the Egyptian Armed Forces spokesperson said in a Monday statement. The campaign targeted criminal hotbeds utilized by illicit organizations to conduct activities including weapons and drug trafficking, illegal gold…

Egypt’s dramatic comeback victory over New Zealand and Morocco’s composed march through Group C have emerged as defining moments of the Arab and African campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, raising hopes that the continent could be on course for its strongest collective performance in tournament history. For decades, African and Arab teams have…

Germany said on Monday it is opposed to a permanent Israeli occupation of Lebanese territory following statements by Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz, who stated that the Israeli forces would not withdraw from territory occupied in southern Lebanon. “The federal government’s position is quite clear: We reject a permanent presence of Israeli troops on Lebanese…

Iran’s top diplomat said late Sunday that peace negotiations in Switzerland have produced “major progress” despite US President Donald Trump’s belligerent military threats and Israel’s continued assault on Lebanon, both of which have risked derailing the high-stakes talks. Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s foreign minister, credited “tireless Pakistani and Qatari mediation” with securing commitments to establish a…

Vice President Vance says US and Iran have made progress on key issues, including atomic inspectors and 'mechanism' for ensuring free passage in the Strait of Hormuz. The post Vance says Iran has agreed to IAEA nuke inspections appeared first on World Israel News .

Saudi Arabian authorities have executed nearly 100 people so far this year, including at least 61 for drug-related offences, the latest of which was on 18 June. In response, Dana Ahmed, Middle East Researcher at Amnesty International, said today: “It is halfway through the year and Saudi Arabia has executed nearly 100 people, a grim…

In the presence of Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi AUS marks its largest graduating class to date with 842 graduates at Spring 2026 Commencement Sharjah, UAE, 22 June 2026 — American University of Sharjah (AUS) honored the achievements of its Class of Spring 2026, the university’s largest graduating class to date, during two commencement ceremonies held…

Officially inaugurated by H.E. Al Zeyoudi, the event witnessed robust participation from 400 exhibitors and over 600 brands Dubai WoodShow Inaugurates Its 22nd Edition in Dubai with Broad International Participation Al Zeyoudi affirms that Dubai and the UAE are further cementing their position as a leading global destination for business and investment, driven by a…

PHILADELPHIA — Kylian Mbappé moved into a tie for second place on the men's World Cup scoring chart after scoring twice in France’s 3-0 victory over Iraq on Monday, closing the gap on new record holder Lionel Messi.The France captain took his World Cup tally to 16 goals, equaling former Germany striker Miroslav Klose and…

Atlanta: In an expanded World Cup intended to spread the soccer spotlight wider than ever, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe have already delivered the star power FIFA, broadcasters and the American audience crave, with Erling Haaland, Harry Kane and teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal playing compelling supporting roles.If there is one thing the U.S. loves, it…

East Rutherford, N.J.: Erling ​Haaland scored twice for the ‌second ​successive World Cup match as Norway beat Senegal 3-2 on Monday to move level with France on six points at ⁠the top of Group I.Norway went ahead in the 43rd minute when Kalidou Koulibaly misjudged ‌a clearance and substitute Marcus Pedersen drove into the box…

Philadelphia: Kylian Mbappé of France scored his 15th career World Cup goal on Monday, moving into a tie for third most in tournament history as he tries to keep pace with new record holder Lionel Messi.Mbappé scored in the 14th minute against Iraq, giving Les Bleus a 1-0 lead in his 100th international game.Playing in…

Guadalajara, Mexico: It’s been goals galore so far at the World Cup.The tournament has been one of the highest-scoring in history so far and produced nearly 25% more scoring than the same span of games in the previous World Cup.One reason for the increase in scoring might be the ball that FIFA is using for…

Dubai: Summer heat continues to intensify across the UAE, with temperatures climbing to 46°C in some internal areas today. But there’s good news for Fujairah residents: Some eastern parts of the country could see clouds, and possible rainfall, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).High heatTemperatures are holding steady in the low-40s in most…

Israel is considering announcing “symbolic” withdrawals from occupied territory in southern Lebanon as part of upcoming talks, according to an Israeli source familiar with the matter. The idea has been discussed ahead of three days of talks between Israel and Lebanon set to take place under the auspices of the Trump administration in Washington this…

Paris: A record-breaking heatwave sweeping across Europe has claimed three lives in France, forced hundreds of school closures and disrupted transport services as temperatures climbed above 40 degrees Celsius in parts of the continent. French authorities said three elderly people aged between 80 and 95 died in the southwestern Gironde region, with officials linking the…

Doha, Qatar: The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the State of Qatar following an explosion that occurred at a factory in Ras Laffan Industrial City, which resulted in a number of injuries. Read Also MOI launches search operation for 18 missing at Ras Laffan Industrial City incident QatarEnergy confirms operational incident at…

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) is implementing an advanced proactive model for developing the tax system, legislation and customer services, based on harnessing artificial intelligence and advanced technologies to simplify procedures, reduce administrative requirements and accelerate transaction processing.The Authority's approach to employing artificial intelligence in tax administration stems from the objectives and parameters…

Philadelphia: France and Iraq players were ‌left waiting ​in their dressing rooms at halftime after thunderstorms forced a delay to the start of the second half of their World Cup clash on Monday.A FIFA spokesperson said the game would resume at ⁠least 30 minutes from when the halftime break started."Please exit the open seating area…

A report published by The Athletic, a platform affiliated with The New York Times, has underscored the historic significance of Egypt’s victory over New Zealand in the 2026 World Cup, labeling the win as a pivotal turning point in Egypt’s campaign at the global tournament. The report explained that Mohamed Salah’s second-half goal was not…

A global organization specialized in language statistics and documentation recently published an index ranking the world’s most widely spoken living languages. Unsurprisingly, Arabic secured fifth place with 335 million speakers, trailing behind English (1.49 billion), Mandarin Chinese (1.18 billion), Hindi (611 million), and Spanish (561 million). What was really surprising, however, was that the index…

Cairo — Egyptian equities began the new trading week in positive territory as foreign investors continued to increase exposure to Egyptian assets, while the launch of the country’s first single-stock futures contracts added momentum to a broader transformation underway across capital markets. The benchmark EGX30 rose 0.11% on Sunday to close at 52,679.45 points, extending…

President Isaac Herzog rejects criticism of Trump administration - but says Hezbollah disarmament must be part of any deal with Lebanon. The post Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas are rearming, warns Israeli president appeared first on World Israel News .

Iran’s caretaker defense minister has warned that the Islamic Republic will deliver a “heavy and regretful” response to any violation of the recently signed memorandum of understanding with the United States. Brigadier General Seyyed Majid Ebnolreza made the remarks during a phone conversation with Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Sunday, as the two…

Shafaqna India: After hours-long negotiations in the Swiss resort of Burgenstock, the United States and Iran agreed on a roadmap towards reaching a final peace deal in 60 days, a joint statement issued by mediators Pakistan and Qatar early on Monday said. The talks, which began on Sunday and stretched into Monday, were held under…

Hezbollah Military Media published this video which shows footage from the Islamic Resistance’s operation targeting a newly established command center belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army in the vicinity of Al-Shaqif historic Castle in southern Lebanon with an Ababil loitering glider [FPV].

Talks between the United States and Iran in Switzerland produced a series of coordinated measures addressing Lebanon, maritime security, sanctions relief and the nuclear program, sources told Al-Manar on Monday. The understandings reflect a dual-track approach combining de-escalation mechanisms in Lebanon and Strait of Hormuz with technical negotiations, amid efforts that test the viability of…

Muscat – The Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) signed 62 franchise agreements on Sunday facilitating Omani brands to expand across six countries marking a major step in the sultanate’s efforts to expand the international presence of home-grown businesses. Signed during the launch of the fifth edition of OCCI’s Franchise Programme, the agreements cover…

تسببت الخسارة القاسية التي تعرض لها المنتخب السعودي أمام إسبانيا بنتيجة 4-0 في الجولة الثانية من كأس العالم 2026، في موجة غضب واسعة بين جماهير "الأخضر"، التي فتحت النار على المدرب اليوناني جورجيوس دونيس واللاعبين عقب الأداء الباهت الذي ظهر به الفريق. وظهر المنتخب السعودي بعيدًا تمامًا عن مستواه أمام أوروجواي في الجولة الأولى، حيث…

ATLANTA — Spain forward Lamine Yamal sparked widespread discussion on social media after appearing to respond to Saudi fans who had chanted his name following the Green Falcons’ opening World Cup match against Uruguay.After Saudi Arabia’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay, a video circulated widely online showing Saudi supporters chanting “Where is Yamal?” ahead of the…

The United Arab Emirates, often celebrated for its futuristic skyline and golden deserts, harbors a lesser-known treasure beneath its modern veneer—a thriving cultural landscape where ancient heritage and visionary innovation converge in remarkable museums. Far more than repositories of artifacts, these institutions serve as vibrant portals into the soul of the nation, telling stories that…

U.S. Vice President JD Vance said Monday that a first round of U.S.-Iran talks in Switzerland had laid a good foundation for reaching a final deal on ending the Middle East war.

U.S. Vice President JD Vance expressed hopes on Sunday of turning a "new leaf" during talks with Iran in Switzerland, even as the threat of renewed fighting in Lebanon and lack of consensus on key issues rendered prospects for a permanent deal elusive.

An explosion tore through Qatar's key natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers tried to resume operations there after Iran bombed it during the war, causing a fire that hurt at least 54 people as another 18 were still missing hours later.

Direct damage to buildings in south Lebanon in the latest war between Israel and Hezbollah is estimated at around $1.38 billion, a U.N. agency and a Lebanese research center said Monday.

Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri pledged on behalf of ally Hezbollah to make the region south of the Litani river weapon-free, if Israel commits this time to a ceasefire in Lebanon.

President Joseph Aoun spoke with senior U.S. and Qatari officials on Monday about consolidating a ceasefire in Lebanon and forming a "de-confliction cell", his office said, after U.S.-Iran negotiations in Switzerland.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized Monday that Israeli troops occupying parts of south Lebanon still enjoyed "freedom of action" despite a ceasefire that has been holding for two days.

As the first half ended, it was announced inside the stadium in Philadelphia, USA, that the France vs Iraq match has been suspended due to bad weather, heavy rain, and the threat of lightning...

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said partnerships between the Egyptian private sector and investors from sisterly countries reflect growing confidence in the Egyptian economy and underscore the market’s ability to attract more high-quality investments that support sustainable development goals. Madbouly made the remarks during a ceremony to sign an investment partnership agreement between Egyptian and Emirati…

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty expressed appreciation for Pakistan’s efforts, undertaken in coordination with regional partners. He highlighted that these efforts contributed to the conclusion of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. Abdelatty made the remarks during a meeting on Sunday, June 21, 2026, with…

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said that the government supports development projects across all sectors, dismissing claims that state efforts are focused solely on real estate. In his remarks during the signing of a strategic partnership between Midar for Investment and Urban Development and Majid Al Futtaim, Madbouly described the real estate sector as a major…

Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty held a trilateral meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the sidelines of the Four Regional Parties’ Meeting hosted by Cairo. The meeting was held as part of ongoing consultations and coordination…

Egyptian telecommunications operator WE has signed a memorandum of understanding with VIE Communities for Investments and Development to deploy advanced digital infrastructure across the company’s real estate projects, underscoring the growing convergence between Egypt’s telecommunications and property sectors. The agreement, signed by Mohamed El-Tony, Deputy CEO for Consumer Commercial Affairs at WE, and Dr Haitham…

The mainstream media has no problem guesstimating the deaths (500,000) from the Assad dictatorship’s civil war in Syria, nor the estimated deaths in the wars in Ukraine, Sudan or Iran. Somehow, media editors do not let their investigative reporters assess the extent of Israel’s mass murder of civilians in Gaza — an exposed, defenseless population…

US President JD Vance declared Monday that a "very good foundation" had been laid for negotiations towards a final deal with Iran, after a marathon session of direct talks at a mountain-top resort Switzerland. Tehran has agreed for inspectors from the UN's nuclear watchdog to return to the country, Vance said, a year after Iran…

The United States temporarily suspended sanctions on Iranian oil on Monday after Vice President JD Vance said Iran would let UN nuclear inspectors return to the country, following talks in Switzerland. Last week, Tehran and Washington signed a memorandum of understanding laying the groundwork for the negotiations, after nearly 40 days of fighting that was…