Detained Gaza doctor almost unrecognisable after injuries in Israeli jail, lawyer says
Hussam Abu Safiya faces ‘tangible danger to his life’ following 18 months in prison without charge or trial
· Emma Graham Harrison, Lorenzo Tondo, Sufian Taha
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Supreme leader’s funeral in Tehran, Dalai Lama’s birthday and England beat Mexico: photos of the day – Monday
View image in fullscreenTehran, IranMourners throng the streets of Tehran for a funeral procession for Iran’s late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on 28 February in Israeli and US airstrikesPhotograph: Office of the Iranian Supreme Leader/ReutersShareView image in fullscreenThessaloniki, Greece…
· Elena Goodinson
The West must to act to save Dr Hussam Abu Safiya from being killed by Israel
On 1 May 2024, I met Palestinian paediatrician and director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, in Gaza.
· Middleeasteye
Ohio police officer killed responding to 911 call, suspect and 2 others dead
RITTMAN, Ohio (AP) — A police officer responding to a 911 call about gunshots at an Ohio home was fatally shot, and the suspect and two other people also died, a county sheriff said.
Former Chinese official sentenced to death in US$323 million bribery case
The punishment given to Yang Youlin is one of the harshest handed down in a corruption case in China in recent years
· Xinlu Liang
Former Chinese official sentenced to death in US$323 million bribery case
The punishment given to Yang Youlin is one of the harshest handed down in a corruption case in China in recent years
· Xinlu Liang
Tajik national charged in alleged Iran spying case after filming Haifa Port, Elbit facility
State prosecutors filed an indictment at the Tel Aviv District Court on Monday against Bekhruz Shakhriv Dodobaev, 33, alleging that he gathered and relayed information on missile-impact sites, Haifa Port, and an Elbit Systems facility to Iranian intelligence contacts in exchange for cryptocurrency payments.
· SARAH BEN-NUN
Israeli arrested in Thailand for allegedly operating childcare center without license, work permit
An Israeli man was arrested on the island of Koh Pha Ngan in Thailand on suspicion of running a childcare center without a license or work permit, Thai media reported on Monday.
· TZVI JASPER
Israel's death towers: Gaza civilians killed by remote attacks during ceasefire
Less than two weeks before his daughter’s wedding, Khalil al-Masri set out with his eldest son to complete what should have been one of the family's happiest final preparations: paying for and confirming the reservation of the wedding dress she had chosen at a shop in Gaza City’s Rimal neighbourhood.
· Middleeasteye
Israeli attacks on Gaza kill at least 6 as ‘ceasefire’ violations continue
Israeli air attacks on the Gaza Strip have killed at least six Palestinians and wounded more than 20, according to medical sources, as casualties continue to rise in the territory despite a “ceasefire” declared months ago.
· Al Jazeera Staff
WATCH: Common witnesses show 'no case' vs Duterte in impeach trial, says Panelo
Former presidential spokesman Salvador Panelo says on July 6, 2026 that the common witnesses shared by the prosecution and defense shows that there is 'no case' against Vice President Sara Duterte who is on trial before the Senate, acting as an impeachment court. VIDEO BY BERNADETTE TAMAYO
· The Manila Times
Israeli government's vow to defy Supreme Court ruling causes alarm | The National
Opponents of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have warned that his government is one step closer to undermining elections by announcing it would ignore a ruling by the country’s highest court.
· Thomas Helm
High Court proposes canceling Eliyahu’s Israel Land Authority appointment
The High Court of Justice on Sunday proposed a framework under which Yehuda Eliyahu’s appointment as head of the Israel Land Authority would be canceled, and the selection process returned to a reconstituted search committee.
· SARAH BEN-NUN
Live updates: Key hearing in Charlie Kirk murder case set to begin
A well-wisher places flowers at a makeshift memorial set up for Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA headquarters, Sept. 11, 2025, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Sentences finalized for 3 people in ex-first lady's corruption case
Suspended prison terms and fines have been finalized for three defendants on charges of handing bribes to former first lady Kim Keon Hee, legal sources said Monday.
· Yonhap
WATCH: Police split pro-, anti-Duterte supporters
Police form a barricade to divide the pro- and anti-Duterte supporters at the Senate in Pasay City on July 6, 2026. They called for fairness in the implementation of security measures, saying all protesters should be treated equally regardless of their position on the impeachment issue.
· The Manila Times
Bandit raid leaves nine farmers dead in northwest Nigeria
At least nine farmers have been killed and several others abducted in a deadly raid on a farming community in Nigeria's Kaduna State, underscoring the growing insecurity threatening rural livelihoods as armed gangs intensify attacks during the country's planting season.
· AfricaNews
Dozens killed after 'Houthi assault' in Yemen's worst fighting in years | The National
Yemen's internationally recognised government said its forces have repelled a Houthi assault south of the port city of Hodeidah, claiming they inflicted heavy casualties on the Iran-backed group in the most violent clashes in years.
· The National
Tanzanian authorities arrest dozens ahead of anti-government protests
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania (AP) — Tanzanian authorities arrested dozens of people ahead of planned anti-government protests, part of a crackdown on calls demanding democratic reforms and the release of a key opposition figure.
WATCH: Defensor surrenders over plunder raps
Former congressman Mike Defensor arrives at the police headquarters in Camp Crame on July 6, 2026 for processing. He, together with two others, were tagged as Sen. Rodante Marcoleta's co-accused in the plunder case filed against the lawmaker.
· The Manila Times
Number of dead in Gaza rises to 73,098: health ministry
At least 73,098 people have been killed by Israeli attacks in Gaza since October 2023, according to the health ministry.
· Middleeasteye
BREAKING: Marcoleta, 3 others arrested after court denies motion to quash plunder case
Senator Rodante Marcoleta has been arrested. This came after the Sandiganbayan denied his motion to quash the plunder charges filed against him and three others. The court found probable cause to try the senator, former lawmaker Mike Defensor, as well as Joseph Espiritu and Aristotle Viray. The case was in connectio…
· The Manila Times
Lebanon state media says Israeli strike on south kills four people
An Israeli strike in southern Lebanon has killed four people, according to state media.
· Middleeasteye
WATCH: Marcoleta may stay 2 days in hospital before jail transfer
Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla on July 6, 2026, says Sen. Rodante Marcoleta, 72, may need two days for a complete medical assessment at the Philippine National Police General Hospital before his transfer to the New Quezon City Jail in Payatas. The arrest warrant for Marcoleta was released on July 5. Marcoleta wen…
· The Manila Times
BREAKING: 16-vote threshold for VP Duterte conviction remains – Senate impeachment court
The Senate impeachment court has clarified that a two-thirds vote of all 24 senators, or at least 16 votes, is required to convict Vice President Sara Duterte. Presiding Officer Chiz Escudero said the Constitution is clear on that matter. He emphasized that the constitutional requirement remains unchanged. This is r…
· The Manila Times
At least 25 dead, 100 injured in clashes between prisoner groups at Sri Lanka jail, sources say
Twenty-five people were killed and about 100 injured in clashes between two groups of prisoners at a prison in Sri Lanka on Monday, two police sources and one hospital source told Reuters.
· REUTERS
Hong Kong churches warned over ‘systemic’ flaws in handling sexual harassment
Churches face calls to implement robust anti-harassment procedures after survey reveals long-term allegations had been mishandled and downplayed
· Fiona Chow
Hong Kong churches warned over ‘systemic’ flaws in handling sexual harassment
Churches face calls to implement robust anti-harassment procedures after survey reveals long-term allegations had been mishandled and downplayed
· Fiona Chow
Turkey intensifies crackdown on public life in run-up to Nato summit in Ankara
More than 200 arrested in raids, comedian and journalists jailed, gay-friendly cruise turned away and protests banned
· Ruth Michaelson
Parents shocked after children’s paper hedgehogs found to contain pages from explicit novel
Handmade creations distributed to raise funds for charity prompt complaints to police
· Josh Halliday
125 arrested as triads use violence to take over construction site lunchbox trade
Syndicate sold about 800 lunchboxes daily, each priced at HK$50, with an annual turnover of nearly HK$12 million
· Lo Hoi-ying
125 arrested as triads use violence to take over construction site lunchbox trade
Syndicate sold about 800 lunchboxes daily, each priced at HK$50, with an annual turnover of nearly HK$12 million
· Lo Hoi-ying
Hong Kong doctor issued over 3,700 fraudulent Covid vaccine exemptions, court hears
Prosecutors say Dr Tai Kong-shing, 80, conspired with intermediary to generate certificates en masse for personal gain
· Brian Wong
Hong Kong doctor issued over 3,700 fraudulent Covid vaccine exemptions, court hears
Prosecutors say Dr Tai Kong-shing, 80, conspired with intermediary to generate certificates en masse for personal gain
· Brian Wong
Sri Lanka prison riot kills 23, wounds more than 100
The clash between inmates from two drug gangs is Sri Lanka’s worst prison riot in more than five years
· Agence France-Presse
Sri Lanka prison riot kills 23, wounds more than 100
The clash between inmates from two drug gangs is Sri Lanka’s worst prison riot in more than five years
· Agence France-Presse
Greatness of athlete no excuse for crime
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Escudero elected as presiding officer of the impeachment court
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· The Manila Times
UK urged to sanction Netanyahu and justice minister over Israeli torture of Palestinians
Dozens of British lawmakers have urged the UK government to sanction Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his justice minister over Israel’s abuse of Palestinian civilians.
· Middleeasteye
Five wounded in police shooting after suspected clan feud erupts in Bedouin town in Negev
Five people were wounded on Monday morning in Ar’ara in the Negev after police opened fire at a vehicle suspected of involvement in a shooting incident in the southern Bedouin town, according to Israel Police.
· RAMI SHANI
At least 25 killed in prison clashes in Sri Lanka | The National
At least 25 people have been killed in a prison riot in Sri Lanka.
· Reuters
At least 25 killed in prison clashes in Sri Lanka | The National
Twenty-five people were killed and about 100 injured in clashes between two groups of inmates at a prison in Sri Lanka on Monday.
· Reuters
Erika Kirk to face gruesome evidence of husband’s murder at Tyler Robinson hearing this week
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· Jared Downing, Priscilla DeGregory
MUFG and JCB court rich Southeast Asians with luxury card for Japan visits
Mitsubishi UFJ Bank and JCB are aiming to attract wealthy customers in Southeast Asia to spend more money in Japan. (Source photos by Akira Kodaka and Kosuke Imamura)
· TSUBASA SURUGA
Indonesia deports 92 Chinese nationals, issues lifetime entry bans in anti-scam crackdown
The Chinese nationals were arrested in May in connection with an alleged online gaming and investment fraud syndicate operating from Batam
· SCMP’s Asia desk
Indonesia deports 92 Chinese nationals, issues lifetime entry bans in anti-scam crackdown
The Chinese nationals were arrested in May in connection with an alleged online gaming and investment fraud syndicate operating from Batam
· SCMP’s Asia desk
Regionwide Blackout Hits Crimea After Ukrainian Strikes Kill 1
Overnight Ukrainian attacks on Crimea knocked out power across the entire annexed peninsula, local energy authorities said Monday morning, as a separate strike on Russia’s Belgorod region killed at least one person.
· The Moscow Times
At least 19 people killed in Sri Lanka prison clashes
At least 19 people have been killed and more than 100 others were wounded in clashes at a prison in Sri Lanka, according to a medical official.
· Al Jazeera
Deadly clashes break out at prison in Sri Lanka
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Deadly clashes broke out inside a prison in the outskirts of Sri Lanka’s capital, officials said on Monday.
· Bharatha Mallawarachi