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President Sheikh Mohamed and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discussed the impact of the Iran war on regional security and stability in a phone call on Monday.
· The National
Zaghari-Ratcliffe condemns Iran’s ‘cruel’ rearrest of wildlife activist couple
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe was in prison with Sepideh Kashani, who worked with husband Houman Jokar to save Asiatic cheetah
· Patrickwintour
Explosions heard around Iran’s Bandar Abbas and Qashm Island
Iran's Mehr news agency has reported that new blasts have been heard near the southern city of Bandar Abbas and Qashm Island on Monday.
· Middleeasteye
Iran says talks continuing with mediators to prevent escalation
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday that it is continuing talks with mediators from Qatar, Pakistan and Oman in an effort to prevent any further escalation in its war with the United States.
· Middleeasteye
Shin Bet begins probe into leak of wartime intel. to media outlet under pressure from Netanyahu
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on the recommendation of security officials, has instructed the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) to investigate the alleged leak of the start date of Operation Roaring Lion to an unnamed media outlet.
· AMIR BOHBOT
Almost half of Israelis support tougher sanctions, pressure to promote haredi conscription - poll
Nearly half of Israelis (46%) and half of Jews (50%) believe that more pressure should be applied to enlist young haredi (ultra-Orthodox) men into the IDF, a July poll by the Israeli Society Index of the Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) revealed.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
New Iran strikes on Gulf as US attacks escalate: What we know
Iran attacks Bahrain, Kuwait and Jordan after deadly US bombings
· Sarah Shamim
Supporting Israel less important for younger Jewish adults, poll finds
A family with Israel flags attends Shabbat services at Temple Beth Sholom in Miami Beach, Fla., Oct. 13, 2023. (AP Photo/Giovanna Dell’Orto, File)
· Giovanna Dell Orto
In Wales, an artist sews names of Gaza’s infant victims on christening gown
London, United Kingdom – To Diana Williams, a Welsh artist, a baby’s christening gown signifies purity and innocence.
· Anealla Safdar
Jordan, Bahrain drawn deeper into Iran's regional storm as ceasefire collapse puts pressure on Gulf
Renewed US-Iran fighting drew Jordan and Bahrain deeper into the regional fallout over the weekend, as Iran launched another wave of missiles and drones toward US military facilities and countries hosting American forces following large-scale US strikes inside Iran.
· GIORGIA VALENTE/THE MEDIA LINE
Election season in Israel: Important dates to note before voters head to the polls - explainer
Election season in Israel has officially begun, and the 25th Knesset will become the first time since 1988 that elections have been held after a full four-year term.
· SHIR PERETS
Iran will not fulfill its MoU commitments unless US does, Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson says
Iran will not fulfill its commitments in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) until the United States fulfills its side of the deal, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday.
· REUTERS, MIRIAM SELA-EITAM
EU says Strait of Hormuz must be reopened
European Union Vice President Kaja Kallas said on Monday that EU foreign ministers will meet Gulf nations to talk about security in the region and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, noting the Iran-US interim deal is “not really holding” amid renewed strikes.
· Middleeasteye
Treasury yields muted as U.S.-Iran ceasefire strained; investors await core inflation data
Treasury yields were broadly flat on Monday after the ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran came under increasing strain over the weekend, as the two sides traded strikes.
· Joseph Wilkins
Saudi Arabia’s reforms fail to halt abuse of Filipino helpers, Amnesty warns
The kingdom says kafala is gone, but advocates say employers still wield unchecked authority over domestic workers
· Sam Beltran
Saudi Arabia’s reforms fail to halt abuse of Filipino helpers, Amnesty warns
The kingdom says kafala is gone, but advocates say employers still wield unchecked authority over domestic workers
· Sam Beltran
Palestinian killed in Israeli airstrike on home in central Gaza
A Palestinian citizen was killed after Israeli warplanes bombed a home in al-Maghazi refugee camp in central Gaza on Monday, according to Wafa news agency, citing medical sources.
· Middleeasteye
Iran launches attacks on American military facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait after fresh US strikes – Middle East crisis live
US military says it hit dozens of Iranian sites in strikes on Monday while UN chief warns that a return to full-scale fighting would be ‘catastrophic’
· Yohannes Lowe, Julianborger
Iran says it will not comply with deal if US does not uphold MoU commitments
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday that the country would no longer abide by the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the US in June if Washington continued to violate its commitments to end the war.
· Middleeasteye
Oil prices spike as Hormuz traffic slows to multi-week low
Oil prices have jumped more than 4 percent on Monday following renewed strikes between the US and Iran threatening their fragile peace agreement.
· Middleeasteye
Iraqi authorities seize 375kg of gold in anti-corruption inquiry | The National
A 375kg haul of gold has been recovered in the investigation linked to detained deputy oil minister Adnan Al Jumaili in Iraq, the Supreme Judicial Council announced on Monday.
· The National
First Bedouin undercover operative, 'Nomad,' proves instrumental in major crime bust
Dozens of suspects were arrested on Monday morning for trafficking in illegal weapons and drugs, following a long-term undercover operation, the success of which hinged on "The Nomad," the first Bedouin undercover agent handled by Israel's Lahav 433 crime-fighting unit.
· MAYA ZANGER-NADIS
MK Haim Biton questioned over suspected use of public funds to finance private Shas newspaper
Shas MK Haim Biton was questioned Sunday night by Lahav 433 as part of supplementary investigative proceedings into his alleged misconduct and use of public funds to finance an ultra-Orthodox (haredi) newspaper.
· EFRAT FORSHER
Sinwar believed Israel might respond to October 7 Hamas invasion with nuclear weapons
Hamas October 7 mastermind Yahya Sinwar believed Israel might respond to the invasion by using nuclear weapons against Gaza; a new document that he wrote by hand on August 24, 2022, has been revealed to the public on Monday.
· YONAH JEREMY BOB
Iran launches attacks across region, Qatar mourns former emir and EU debates West Bank trade | The National
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, Iran launches missile and drone attacks across Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Oman following waves of US strikes inside Iran. Gulf countries activate warnings and defences as Washington says its operation targeted Iranian military infrastructure to protect shipping in the Str…
· The National
(2nd LD) Seoul shares nose-dive 9 pct on tech losses amid Middle East tensions
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· Choi Kyong-ae
What will Iraq's Ali Al Zaidi look to achieve on visit to Washington? | The National
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi has departed for a visit to the US, his first international trip since taking office, with oil and gas deals expected to be signed as part of a broader push to strengthen strategic ties with Washington.
· Aveen Karim
Seoul shares nose-dive 9% on tech losses amid Middle East tensions
Seoul shares plunged 9 percent Monday as investors dumped technology stocks for profit-taking amid renewed tensions in the Middle East. The Korean won fell against the US dollar.
· Yonhap
U.S. and Iran exchange strikes as Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates
Iran responded to a fresh wave of strikes from U.S. forces by launching an attack on American military bases in several Gulf states, deepening a standoff over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
· Sam Meredith
(LEAD) Seoul shares nose-dive 9 pct on tech losses amid Middle East tensions
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· Choi Kyong-ae
Manus on Markets: Renewed US-Iran strikes spike oil prices | The National
From tariff turmoil and stock shocks to market meltdowns, the global financial system has never been in such flux.
· Manus Cranny
Ongoing Israeli demolitions in southern Lebanon
Lebanon's National News Agency reported that the Israeli army continued to demolish and burn houses in the southern town of Haddatha.
· Middleeasteye
More strikes on Iran from US
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World Cup: Egypt coach's Palestinian flag stunt shows FIFA's hypocrisy, anti-Zionism - opinion
Palestine might not be playing at the World Cup, but a fellow Arab coach has been carrying the flag. Literally.
· JOSEPH D’HIPPOLITO
Seoul shares nose-dive 9 pct on tech losses amid Middle East tensions
SEOUL, July 13 (Yonhap) -- Seoul shares plunged 9 percent Monday as investors dumped technology stocks for profit-taking amid renewed tensions in the Middle East. The Korean won fell against the U.S. dollar.
· Choi Kyong-ae
(URGENT) Seoul shares crash 9 pct on tech losses amid Middle East tensions
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· Choi Kyong-ae
Strait of Hormuz traffic slows as US-Iran conflict raises new safety risks
The number of vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz fell to multi-week lows on Sunday, according to shipping data, as renewed strikes between the US and Iran and attacks on ships in the Middle East heightened safety concerns.
· REUTERS
Los precios del petróleo suben y las acciones asiáticas caen tras ataques aéreos de EEUU e Irán
Una operadora pasa ante las pantallas que muestran el índice bursátil surcoreano KOSPI y la tasa de cambio del dólar estadounidense y el won surcoreano en la sala de operaciones de Hana Bank en Seúl, Corea del Sur, el viernes 10 de julio de 2026. (AP Foto/Lee Jin-man)
· Elaine Kurtenbach
Why US won’t win with force alone in the Strait of Hormuz
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· Andreas Krieg
Iran warns that US interference in Hormuz Strait will affect global energy
Iran has said that ongoing US interference in the Strait of Hormuz will lead to "larger incidents" in the international oil and gas sector.
· Middleeasteye
US emerges as helium winner amid Iran war and China restrictions
The U.S. has emerged as the top supplier of helium to Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, where tech companies rely on the gas to churn out chips. (Nikkei montage/Source photo by Kyodo)
· Staff Writer
US emerges as helium winner amid Iran war and China restrictions
The U.S. has emerged as the top supplier of helium to Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, where tech companies rely on the gas to churn out chips. (Nikkei montage/Source photo by Kyodo)
· Staff Writer
Oil jumps amid fears of prolonged disruption in Strait of Hormuz | The National
Oil jumped 4 per cent early on Monday, rising above $79 a barrel, after the US launched waves of attacks on Iran and Tehran said it closed the Strait of Hormuz once again.
· Jennifer Gnana
Gulf states face attacks as US strikes Iran for fifth time in six days | The National
Iran and the US traded more strikes on Monday, with Tehran claiming attacks on American military sites across the Middle East after Washington launched its fifth wave of strikes in six days in response to attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
· David Vujanovic
US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz in latest attacks
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- The United States and Iran each asserted Monday they controlled the Strait of Hormuz after a weekend of attacks stretching across the wider Middle East, further threatening any diplomacy to end the war.
· Korea Herald
Sheikh Hamad: The Arab leader who broke Israel’s siege on Gaza
Following the passing of Qatar’s Father Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani on Sunday, his solidarity with the Palestinian people remains one of the defining legacies of his leadership. He is being remembered not only as a regional statesman, but also as a steadfast ally of the Palestinian people and the only Ara…
· Mohammad Mansour
Israel's Toto Equals wins fourth place in Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup
Israel’s Toto Equals football team won fourth place in the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup on Saturday after being the first Israeli team to participate in the tournament.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF