Qatari negotiators head to Tehran ahead of deal signing between US, Iran - report
Qatari negotiators have flown to Tehran to help finalize a deal between the US and Iran, a source told CNN on Sunday morning.
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Growing risk that thousands buried in Gaza’s rubble may never be identified, says Red Cross
Exclusive: Recovery efforts remain slow and passing of time makes it more likely they will be skeletonised
· Lorenzo Tondo, Seham Tantesh
European wealth turns to Hong Kong as 30 family offices eye operations in the city
Wealthy European families are looking to Hong Kong as a base for Asian investments, drawn by tax incentives and new growth opportunities
· Enoch Yiu
Middle East crisis live: Trump says Iran deal will be signed today but Tehran casts doubt on timing
Deal could see strait of Hormuz immediately ‘open to all’, but Trump says US retains the ‘ultimate alternative’ if talks fail
· Fran Singh
Trump says he’ll sign deal with Iran to reopen Hormuz Sunday
President Donald Trump said an interim deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the conflict with Iran would be signed on Sunday, a claim contradicted by Iran as the two sides still differ over key points, including management of the waterway and payments to the Islamic Republic.
· No Author
US and Iran poised to sign landmark deal Trump says will reopen Hormuz | The National
The US and Iran moved closer on Sunday to signing a framework peace agreement that US President Donald Trump said would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, although key details and timing remain disputed across all sides.
· David Vujanovic
Iran war day 107: Washington, Tehran close to signing first stage of deal
The United States and Iran appear close to signing the first stage of a peace deal, but both sides are offering different timelines as to when it will happen.
· Al Jazeera Staff
Six arrested at Brisbane Palestine rally including flotilla activist detained by IDF
Six people have been arrested at a pro-Palestine rally in Brisbane’s CBD, including an activist recently detained by Israeli forces, as protesters vow to continue challenging the legality of the Crisafulli government’s hate speech laws.
· Courtney Kruk
Seven arrested at Brisbane Palestine rally including flotilla activist detained by IDF
Seven people have been arrested and charged at a pro-Palestine rally in Brisbane’s CBD, including an activist recently detained by Israeli forces, as protesters vow to continue challenging the legality of the Crisafulli government’s hate speech laws.
· Courtney Kruk
Why China is attracting wealthy Gulf families in search of education, tech and business
Growing interest in China’s tech sector is reshaping Gulf travel to the world’s second-largest economy
· He Huifeng
Pro-Palestine protesters arrested under counter-terrorism laws at London rally
More than 100 people were arrested outside Woolwich Crown Court during the sentencing of four activists linked to Palestine Action, according to organisers and participants.
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Active senior league soccer player arrested by Lahav 433 on suspicion of gambling, match-fixing
An active senior league soccer player was arrested by Lahav 433’s Sports Gambling and Bribery Division as part of its investigation into a gang from Migdal Ha’emek, Israel Police said on Monday morning.
· JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Pezeshkian says 12-day war 'symbol of national solidarity'
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the 12-day war with Israel last year had become a “symbol of national solidarity”, praising what he described as the unity and resilience of the Iranian people.
· Middleeasteye
A complete lack of statesmanship: Rabello affair reveals Netanyahu's enduring blind spot - opinion
At the end of October, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will once again face the Israeli electorate, perhaps for the final time in a political career spanning nearly four decades.
· ORI WERTMAN
Syria, Iraq hope for meetings in Washington, seek coordinated visit with US envoy
The Prime Minister of Iraq, Ali al-Zaidi, plans to visit Washington in July. His visit is expected to “discuss strategic ties between Iraq and the United States, with economic cooperation topping the agenda, according to an Iraqi government spokesperson,” according to Rudaw media in Erbil in the Kurdistan autonomous…
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Somaliland president to make historic first visit to Israel following country's recognition
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi and Somaliland First Lady Fardowsa Mohamed Roble are set to arrive in Israel on Sunday for a landmark state visit, opening a new chapter in relations between the two countries.
· AMICHAI STEIN
Middle East holds its breath as US, Iran near potential deal signing 'within 24 hours'
The Middle East, and particularly the Gulf states are waiting to see if an Iran deal with the US will actually materialize this week.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
Funeral for Iran's late Supreme Leader Khamenei to begin July 4, burial set for July 9
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Funeral ceremonies for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will be in July, the country's state-run television said Saturday, as mediators said an agreement to end the war was close.
· Korea Herald
Opinion: Iran and Hezbollah’s resilience defeated the US and Israel
Hasan Dorr, a political analyst, says Hezbollah has surprised both Israel and Lebanese authorities after 2 March, when many expected it was finished.
· Middleeasteye
Two drones crash in northern Israel after crossing from Lebanon
The Israeli military said two drones that entered Israeli airspace crashed and exploded in the Western Galilee near the border with Lebanon, with no injuries reported.
· Middleeasteye
‘The elephant in the room’: Trump’s Iran war looms over G7
U.S. President Donald Trump’s potential trade war dominated last year’s G7 as the world’s wealthiest nations gathered in Canada hoping to avert a devastating tariff deadline.
· Myah Ward, Daniel Desrochers
Israeli leader thanks Trump for confronting ‘Iran’s empire of evil’
Israeli President Isaac Herzog marked the 80th birthday of US President Donald Trump with a message praising his support for Israel and his approach towards Iran.
· Middleeasteye
NYT: Iran’s leadership became more risk-tolerant after conflict
A report published by The New York Times argues that the military campaign waged by the United States and Israel against Iran failed to achieve its stated strategic objectives and instead produced a more resilient and hardline Iranian state.
· Middleeasteye
How Iran used US ceasefire to replenish its depleted missile stockpiles
Tehran likely added Russian-made weapons to its missile arsenal during the eight-week truce, according to intelligence assessments
· Bloomberg
How Iran used US ceasefire to replenish its depleted missile stockpiles
Tehran likely added Russian-made weapons to its missile arsenal during the eight-week truce, according to intelligence assessments
· Bloomberg
Iranian diplomat says country emerged stronger after war
Iranian deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi said the country had emerged “stronger, more aware, and more determined than before” following last year's conflict with the United States and Israel.
· Middleeasteye
Video: Protesters rally outside Israeli embassy in London over Palestinian prisoners
Hundreds of activists gathered outside the Israeli embassy in London on Saturday as part of the international Red Ribbons Campaign, calling for the release of Palestinians held in Israeli prisons and protesting Israel’s war in Gaza.
· Middleeasteye
US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear
This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
· Jodesz Gavilan
Republicans say Tehran responded only to pressure
Republican lawmaker Ron Johnson said a nuclear-armed Iran would pose an “existential threat” to the United States and expressed hope that Trump would prevent such an outcome.
· Middleeasteye
Democrats criticise Trump over proposed Iran agreement
Democratic lawmakers have voiced scepticism about President Donald Trump's expected agreement with Iran, questioning whether it will deliver meaningful gains after weeks of conflict.
· Middleeasteye
Alas Pilipinas settles for 8th place in AVC Women’s Cup
CANDON CITY, Ilocos Sur — Alas Pilipinas closed its 2026 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Women’s Cup campaign on a sour note, bowing to Iran in straight sets, 25-21, 25-12, 25-21, on Sunday morning at the Candon City Arena.
· Nicole Anne D.G. Bugauisan
Trump’s Iran deal achieves none of Israel’s war goals – opposition leader
The peace agreement being finalized between the US and Iran is bad for Israel, Yair Lapid, the leader of the Israeli opposition and a former prime minister, said on Saturday.
· RT
Trump’s Iran deal achieves none of Israel’s war goals – opposition leader
The peace agreement being finalized between the US and Iran is bad for Israel, Yair Lapid, the leader of the Israeli opposition and former prime minister, said on Saturday.
· RT
Parents association rejects Teachers' Union threat to limit inclusion of students with disabilities
The National Parents' Leadership Association called on the Education Ministry to reject the Teachers' Union's ultimatum to limit the integration of children with disabilities into classrooms on Friday.
· AVIHAI CHIIM
Trump says Iran deal will block path to nuclear weapons
US President Donald Trump said a proposed agreement with Iran would create a barrier preventing Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons, describing it as fundamentally different from the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action.
· Middleeasteye
JCPOA 2.0: Trump's deal risks undercutting efforts against the Iranian threat - editorial
What’s worse than giving Iran $6 billion? Giving it two $6 billions.
· JPOST EDITORIAL
No signing ceremony listed on Trump’s Sunday agenda
US President Donald Trump has suggested that a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran could be signed virtually, but his public schedule for Sunday contains no reference to a signing ceremony.
· Middleeasteye
Somaliland president expected to visit Israel, reports say
Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi, widely known as Cirro, is expected to visit Israel this week, according to Israeli media reports.
· Middleeasteye
An unhappy birthday for Trump: His Iran deal – and presidency – on the brink
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· Bruce Wolpe
Use of AI for Iran school bombing doesn’t violate Anthropic’s ‘red lines’ – CEO
The use of AI in the US strike on a girls’ elementary school in Iran that killed nearly 160 people, mostly children, did not violate Anthropic’s ‘red lines,’ CEO Dario Amodei has said.
· RT
Use of AI for Iran school bombing doesn’t violate Anthropic’s ‘red lines’ – CEO
The use of AI in the US strike on a girls’ elementary school in Iran that killed nearly 160 people, mostly children, did not violate Anthropic’s ‘red lines,’ CEO Dario Amodei has said.
· RT
Israeli attacks continue in Lebanon despite reports of nearing Iran deal
Israeli military operations continued across southern Lebanon on Saturday despite reports that a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran could include ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal provisions for Lebanon.
· Middleeasteye
Funeral processions for Khamenei to be held in Tehran, Qom and Mashhad
Iran has announced a series of farewell, funeral and burial ceremonies for Ali Khamenei, according to a statement from the office responsible for preserving and publishing his works, Press TV reported.
· Middleeasteye
Israel’s Smotrich renews threat of attacks on Beirut suburbs
Israeli finance minister Bezalel Smotrich warned that Hezbollah should not “exploit” the current regional situation to launch attacks on northern Israel, in remarks that appeared to reference ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran.
· Middleeasteye
Israel says withdrawal from southern Lebanon not under consideration
Israeli officials said a withdrawal from southern Lebanon is “not currently on the table”, according to remarks reported by Yedioth Ahronoth.
· Middleeasteye
Trump says deal to end war will be signed on Sunday, Iran questions timing
US President Donald Trump and mediator Pakistan said on Saturday an initial deal to end the war in the Middle East would be signed on Sunday, although Iran denied the signing would take place so soon. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the two sides had agreed on a framework for a peace deal and that Isla…
· Reuters
Hezbollah releases footage of downing Israeli Heron drone over Bekaa Valley
Hezbollah released footage it said showed the downing of an Israeli Heron 1 drone over the town of Nahla in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, claiming the aircraft was shot down at an altitude of about seven kilometres.
· Middleeasteye
Trump says US-Iran deal to be signed Sunday, Hormuz to open afterwards
TEHRAN, Iran — US President Donald Trump said Saturday that a deal with Iran to end the war in the Middle East would be signed on Sunday, and that the strategic Strait of Hormuz would be "open to all" immediately after.
· Agence France-Presse
Hezbollah says it targeted Israeli site in Hula with drones
Hezbollah said it carried out a drone attack on an Israeli military position in the southern Lebanese border town of Hula, adding that two drones were launched against the site.
· Middleeasteye