Video: Israeli strike in Gaza City kills Palestinian student
Israeli forces struck a vehicle in Gaza City’s Rimal neighbourhood on Monday, killing a Palestinian student and leaving three others wounded.
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Lebanon building damage in latest Israel war estimated at $1.38b: survey
BEIRUT (AFP) -- Direct damage to buildings in south Lebanon in the latest war between Israel and Hezbollah is estimated at around $1.38 billion, a UN agency and a Lebanese research center said Monday.
· Yonhap
Israeli newspaper says Turkey poses greater threat to Israel than Iran
An analysis published by the Israeli newspaper Maariv argues that Turkey now poses a greater long-term challenge to Israel than Iran, citing Ankara's expanding military capabilities and growing defence industry.
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‘Compound shock effect’: why the Middle East crisis and El Niño could spell disaster in south-east Asia
Millions of tonnes of the world’s food could be lost amid the uncertainties surrounding the strait of Hormuz and the dangers of a ‘Godzilla-strength’ El Niño
· Natasha May
Video: Palestinians rush to collect cement after Israel uses it to seal off tunnel
Palestinians in al-Maghazi refugee camp in Central Gaza rushed to collect wet cement that surfaced on the streets after Israeli forces pumped it into a tunnel to seal it off, amid ongoing shortages and the Israeli blockade on construction materials.
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Displaced families sheltering in Beirut express scepticism over truce
Displaced Lebanese sheltering in tents along Beirut's waterfront say they remain unconvinced that the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah will hold, citing previous collapses of truce efforts and continued uncertainty about returning home.
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Cape Verde's Irresistible Rise, the Cinderella Story of the 2026 World Cup [Africanews Today]
With two consecutive draws at the World Cup, Cape Verde is enjoying an impressive run and dreaming of reaching the Round of 32. Bubista’s men will face Saudi Arabia on Friday. Cape Verde continues to be one of the biggest surprises of this World Cup in the United States. After holding Spain to a draw, the Blue Shark…
· AfricaNews
Netanyahu vows continued Israeli military presence in Lebanon
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, defence minister Israel Katz and Chief of the General Staff Eyal Zamir have reaffirmed Israel's intention to maintain its military presence in southern Lebanon and continue operations against Hezbollah.
· Middleeasteye
Where the Strait of Hormuz stands as Iran and US negotiate a peace deal
Delegation staff members meet in the lobby on the first day of a quadrilateral meeting between the U.S., Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar at the Buergenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, near Stansstad, Switzerland, Sunday, June 21, 2026. (Nathan Howard/Pool Photo via AP)
· Wyatte Grantham Philips
Hezbollah launches night operations to locate IDF senior command in southern Lebanon
IDF sources warn that Hezbollah appears to be using radio activity to locate and target senior field commanders in southern Lebanon, in a manner that raises red flags and will require a change in operational patterns.
· WALLA!/AMIR BOHBOT
Israeli Troops Deployed To Somaliland In Covert Mission
Israel secretly deployed a small contingent of forces to Somaliland earlier this year following its recognition of the breakaway territory, a senior Somali government official revealed to Middle East Eye (MEE) on Monday.
· Tyler Durden
What France & Iraq did during 'mentally draining' two-hour weather delay
France are guaranteed a place in the knockout stages after winning their first two group games
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What France & Iraq did during 'mentally draining' two-hour weather delay
France are guaranteed a place in the knockout stages after winning their first two group games
· Bbcsport
What to watch in Tuesday’s NY elections: Israel, AIPAC and genocide front and center
New York’s primary elections are on Tuesday, and there’s no shortage of races that Jewish Americans should be keeping an eye on.
· JOSEPH STRAUSS/JTA
Haifa man sentenced to over eight years in prison for providing information to foreign agent
Haifa District Court sentenced 28-year-old Haifa resident, Dimitri Cohen, to eight and a half years in prison on Monday, after he was convicted of having contact with a foreign agent and seven additional offenses of attempting to provide information that could be used by the enemy, Iran, and its terrorist proxies, d…
· YOAV ETIEL
Escalation must cost: Current Switzerland talks leave Iran stronger, Israel exposed - editorial
The United States and Iran concluded talks in Switzerland on Monday. Mediators Qatar and Pakistan described “encouraging progress” and announced a 60-day road map toward a final agreement.
· JPOST EDITORIAL
Fertilizer prices fall on slow demand, Chinese exports and Iran
Urea being prepared for export at Yantai Port in Shandong Province, China, on March 26. The Chinese government's apparent authorization of exports has helped bring urea prices down from the recent peak they hit in late April. © Getty Images
· Staff Writer
Asian shares are trading mixed amid caution about the war in Iran
A man walks past a monitor showing Japan’s Nikkei 225 index at a securities firm in Tokyo, Tuesday, June 23, 2026. (AP Photo/Hiro Komae)
· Yuri Kageyama
Iran negotiator says talks helped stop bloodshed in Lebanon
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf has defended his country's decision to engage in negotiations with the United States in Switzerland, arguing that the talks were necessary to help halt violence in Lebanon.
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Democrats criticise Trump over sanctions relief for Iran
Democrats on the US House Foreign Affairs Committee have criticised President Donald Trump's decision to grant sanctions relief to Iran, arguing that Tehran received significant economic concessions before making progress on core issues under negotiation.
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Lawmaker calls for release of Palestinian-American held in Israeli prison
US Congressman Derek Tran has expressed concern over the detention of 20-year-old Palestinian-American student Sama Safi, who is being held in an Israeli prison following her arrest in the occupied West Bank earlier this month.
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Iran says technical talks with US have concluded, announces next phase
Iran's deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, says technical talks in Switzerland aimed at advancing a final agreement with the United States have concluded, with future negotiations set to proceed under the supervision of a newly established high-level committee.
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Pezeshkian hails Lebanon deconfliction cell as major achievement
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has described the creation of a deconfliction cell for Lebanon as one of the most significant outcomes of recent negotiations with the United States, portraying it as a diplomatic success for Tehran.
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Mbappe dazzles as France outclass Iraq in stormy Philadelphia | The National
France's attack was on full display on Monday night, as Kylian Mbappe and Les Bleus secured a 3-0 win against Iraq, who also lost talisman striker Aymen Hussein to an apparent injury.
· Kyle Fitzgerald
Iran Oil Exports Through Hormuz Hit Wartime High
While other countries line up on either side of Hormuz, hoping for clarity whether they actually can cross this time, Iran isn’t wasting any time moving its oil out of the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz after the US lifted the naval blockade outside the chokepoint and the U.S. and Iran discuss a framework on a lastin…
· Tyler Durden
CNBC Daily Open: U.S. waives Iran sanctions; rotation out of megacap techs
Hello, this is Gail Krishnan writing to you from Singapore. Welcome to today's edition of CNBC's Daily Open.
· Gail Krishnan
Two-hour storm break fails to stop France as Mbappé and Dembélé prove too good for Iraq
Could France do it on a hot, humid, waterlogged and lightning-threatened night in Pennsylvania? The answer was pretty straightforward. Despite an interruption of over two hours after a chain of severe thunderstorms disrupted play at Philadelphia Stadium, France brushed past the physical challenge of Iraq, and furthe…
· Paulmacinnes
Ataque de Israel mata a niña en Gaza en camino a la escuela, informan familiares
Dolientes cargan el cuerpo de la niña palestina Raghad Hassan Ashour, de 16 años, durante su funeral en el Hospital Al-Shifa, tras haber fallecido en un ataque aéreo israelí, en la ciudad de Gaza, el lunes 22 de junio de 2026. (AP Foto/Jehad Alshrafi)
· Wafaa Shurafa
Mbappé scores twice to lead France past Iraq and into World Cup knockout stage
France’s Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates after scoring his team’s first goal during the World Cup Group I soccer match between France and Iraq in Philadelphia, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo/Petr David Josek)
· Dan Gelston
Oil prices rise as investors continue to watch U.S.-Iran moves, Citi sees 'overhang' disappearing
Oil rose slightly early Tuesday, fluctuating as investors show cautious optimism about an end to the conflict in the Middle East.
· Justina Lee
Seoul shares open lower on U.S. tech losses
South Korean stocks opened slightly lower Tuesday, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street as a decline in US tech firms outweighed optimism over progress in peace talks between the United States and Iran.
· Yonhap
New York Mayor Mamdani condemns continued killings in Gaza and Aipac
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has sharply criticised the continuing violence in Gaza, saying that more than 1,000 Palestinians have been killed since the announcement of a ceasefire and arguing that the situation remains unacceptable.
· Middleeasteye
Iranian vice president says Tehran still distrusts Washington
Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref has said Tehran remains deeply distrustful of the United States, warning that even a formal agreement would not guarantee an end to hostile actions against the country.
· Middleeasteye
Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks in the Oval Office of the White House during an executive order signing about quantum computing with President Donald Trump, Monday, June 22, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
· Kevin Freking
Bessent: Iran commits to 'free, open' Hormuz transit, return of IAEA inspectors in Switzerland talks
Iran has committed to allow "free and open" transit in the crucial Strait of Hormuz and the return of International Atomic Energy Agency inspectors to the country, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday, following negotiations between Washington and Tehran over the weekend.
· Yonhap
Seoul shares open lower on U.S. tech losses
SEOUL, June 23 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks opened slightly lower Tuesday, tracking overnight losses on Wall Street as a decline in U.S. tech firms outweighed optimism over progress in peace talks between the United States and Iran.
· Kim Han-joo
Lebanese president discusses Israel truce with senior US, Qatari officials
BEIRUT, Lebanon — Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and US Vice President JD Vance discussed a de-confliction mechanism for Lebanon on Monday, Aoun's office said, as Vance said the move aimed to prevent spiralling Israel-Hezbollah violence.
· Agence France-Presse
Israeli PM's office says operations in Lebanon will continue
Israel has signalled that it intends to continue military operations in southern Lebanon despite ongoing ceasefire efforts and diplomatic initiatives aimed at reducing hostilities.
· Middleeasteye
Lebanon should be Israel’s ‘playground’ – minister
The Israeli army should continue operations in Lebanon despite pressure from the US, Israel’s hardline National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said on Monday.
· RT
Lebanon should be Israel’s ‘playground’ – minister
The Israeli army should continue operations in Lebanon despite pressure from the US, Israel’s hardline national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, said on Monday.
· RT
Iran disputes Trump's claim it will buy food exclusively from US with unfrozen funds
US President Donald Trump said he will do what he has to if Iran does not stick to its agreement with Washington on Monday.
· REUTERS, DANYA SAPERSTEIN
Hamas held 'top secret' meeting with French officials, discussed return to'1967 borders' - report
Senior leaders of Hamas' political bureau held a highly confidential meeting with a French delegation, according to a Monday report from Saudi newspaper Asharq Al-Awsat.
· ESTHER DAVIS
Hapoel Tel Aviv stays alive with Game 3 win over Maccabi
Hapoel Tel Aviv defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 80-74 as Vasilije Micic starred in the Game 3 win to cut the yellow-and-blue best-of-five finals series lead to 2-1, with Game 4 slated for Tuesday night back at Yad Eliyahu.
· JOSHUA HALICKMAN
How long is a weather delay at the World Cup? | The National
The first weather delay of the World Cup came in Philadelphia on Monday night, as lightning forced a later second-half kick-off between Iraq and France.
· Kyle Fitzgerald
Ron Paul: Trump's Attempt To End The Iran War Infuriates The Uniparty
Against the odds, the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the US and Iran appears to be holding, after threats and counter-threats. It may collapse, but it has survived a first round of talks between the two sides in Switzerland over the weekend.
· Tyler Durden
Trump criticises UK’s Starmer after PM announces resignation
The US president said the outgoing UK leader was ‘sort of a friend’ but had not been supportive enough of the US on Nato and the Iran war
· Agence France-Presse
Trump criticises UK’s Starmer after PM announces resignation
The US president said the outgoing UK leader was ‘sort of a friend’ but had not been supportive enough of the US on Nato and the Iran war
· Agence France-Presse
Iran oil waiver offers lifeline to Tehran as talks proceed
The U.S. issued a 60-day license allowing Iran to sell oil on the international market, giving Tehran an economic lifeline as the two adversaries continued talks for a permanent peace deal.
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Iran has arrested more than 3,000 citizens for ‘collaborating with the enemy’ during war
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Israel may partially withdraw from Lebanon: interview with Mohammed Shamsedeen
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