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‘Destruction of our democracy’: Israeli Opposition slams Netanyahu govt’s pledge to defy Supreme Court ruling
Israeli Opposition leader Yair Lapid has slammed Netanyahu’s government’s decision not to abide by a Supreme Court ruling as the 'destruction of the foundations of our democracy' and the most serious constitutional crisis in the country’s history.
Pahalgam terror attack: NIA names LeT chief Hafiz Saeed in supplementary chargesheet
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary chargesheet in the Pahalgam terror attack case, naming Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) chief Hafiz Saeed as an accused
Bangladesh allows Starlink to export unfiltered internet to neighbouring countries
Bangladesh has approved a landmark proposal allowing Elon Musk-owned Starlink to export unfiltered internet bandwidth to neighbouring countries through its telecom infrastructure
Nirav Modi extradition to India nears as final legal challenge ends
Fugitive diamond merchant Nirav Modi's extradition to India appears to have entered its final stage after he reportedly failed in his last legal challenge before the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR)
‘No current risk’: Australian police identify suspect who threatened PM Modi, issue formal warning
Australian authorities have said there is ‘no current risk’ from an online threat linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit. The police said a formal warning has been issued to the concerned person.
Sri Lanka prison riot: 25 dead, 100 injured as inmates loot armoury in Negombo amid drug gang clash
A drug gang clash inside Sri Lanka's Negombo Prison escalated into a deadly armed uprising after inmates stormed the prison armoury, prompting security forces to open fire. At least 25 people were killed and more than 100 injured
'Free, open Indo-Pacific': PM Modi says his 3-nation tour will strengthen India's Act East policy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday released a departure statement as he commences his three-nation visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand from 6-11 July 2026.
What to expect from Modi's Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand visits
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's six-day visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand aims to strengthen India's Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision and Indo-Pacific partnerships. From defence and trade to the India-New Zealand FTA and Quad cooperation, here's everything to know about the landmark three-nation diplomatic tour
Trump admin rolls back 3 dozen gun regulations, defends Second Amendment
The Trump administration is reportedly scrapping more than three dozen firearms regulations, abandoning a crackdown on illegal sales, restoring gun rights to some people with mental illness and loosening oversight of private weapons transactions.
Australia & Fiji sign mutual defence agreement as China expands influence in Indo-Pacific
Australia has signed a mutual defence agreement with Fiji, requiring the two countries to come to each other’s aid in case of an attack. As China has sought to expand influence in the Indo-Pacific, it is the second such agreement that Australia has signed lately.
Four-month-old Palestinian baby dies after medical transfer delayed at Israeli checkpoint
A four-month-old Palestinian boy died after a delayed hospital transfer at an Israeli checkpoint, while a teenager was killed in the West Bank and fresh casualties were reported in Gaza
Nearly 10,000 forgotten Indian WWI soldiers officially recognised after more than 80 years
Nearly 10,000 Indian soldiers who served and died during the First World War have been officially recognised for the first time in what is being described as the biggest update to Commonwealth war casualty records in more than 80 years
Pakistan to host next round of US-Iran talks, sanctions & nuclear programme to top agenda
Pakistan will soon host the next round of US-Iran talks, with sanctions and nuclear programme topping the agenda, a top diplomatic source has said.
UN chief warns AI is advancing faster than global safeguards can keep pace
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged countries to adopt globally coordinated AI regulations, warning the technology is evolving faster than governments and developers can manage
Ukraine's drone campaign hits Russian oil refineries 194 times in 2026, fuel crisis deepens
Ukraine has struck Russian oil refineries and energy facilities at least 194 times in 2026—11 times more than a year ago—damaging key fuel infrastructure, disrupting supplies and exposing growing pressure on Russia's domestic economy
China conducts nuclear-capable missile test in Pacific; regional countries raise alarm
China on Monday said it had successfully carried out a strategic missile test in the Pacific Ocean. The test has drawn attention across the region, where countries have increasingly expressed concerns over China's expanding military capabilities
Trump fought birthright citizenship. Now he's helped keep 'accidental American' Folarin Balogun at World Cup
US President Donald Trump's reported phone call to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino helped overturn Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension—an extraordinary twist given the striker's US citizenship exists because of birthright citizenship, a policy Trump has sought to end
In latest purge, Xi set to fire China’s top six generals
In the latest purge, Chinese leader Xi Jinping is set to fire top six generals, including commanders of critical cyberspace and logistics forces along with the general in charge of equipment procurement for the People’s Liberation Army (PLA).
UK tightens political donation rules to curb foreign influence in elections
Britain has introduced tougher rules on political donations to curb foreign influence in elections by increasing transparency and tightening eligibility requirements for donors
'Restraining order needed': Trump fuels feud with Meloni, takes a jibe at Italy PM ahead of Nato summit
Donald Trump renewed his public dispute with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni by sharing a meme about her on Truth Social ahead of the Nato summit in Turkey
Venezuela's Interim President Rodríguez defends earthquake response as death toll passes 3,000 mark
Venezuela's Interim President Delcy Rodríguez has defended her country's emergency response to the tragic twin earthquakes that killed over 3,000 people.
Wildfires rage across southern Europe amid record heatwave
Amid a record heatwave, wildfires have scorched more than 19,000 hectares of land across France, Spain, Portugal, and Greece. At least 10,500 people have been evacuated across southern Europe as hundreds of firefighters tackle the blazes.
IDF detains about 100 settlers after crossing into Syrian side of Mount Hermon
The IDF detained about 100 HaBashan Pioneers activists after they crossed from the Israel-Syria buffer zone into the Syrian side of Mount Hermon
Mojtaba absent, but 3 other sons appear at Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral. Who are they?
While Mojtaba has remained absent for his father Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s funeral ceremony on Sunday (July 5), his three brothers were seen offering prayers in Tehran. Mostafa, Meysam, and Masoud are all clerics in the country. While Mostafa, the eldest, chooses to remain private, Meysam and Masoud are more prominent and hold sway among senior officials
Russia launches ballistic missile attack on Kyiv as fighting continues over Kostyantynivka, 8 wounded
Russia launched a ballistic missile attack on the Kyiv region, injuring at least eight people, as Ukraine reported continued fighting in Kostyantynivka and both sides intensified long-range strikes
Charlie Kirk assassination: 5-day hearing begins in Tyler Robinson death penalty case. Here's what to expect
Accused killer Tyler Robinson faces a crucial preliminary hearing as prosecutors unveil forensic evidence, digital communications and witness testimony in the high-profile murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
Trump expects Nato allies to spend more — or face consequences. Here's what it means
Donald Trump has warned NATO allies to rapidly increase defence spending or face consequences, including reduced US military cooperation and possible troop withdrawals. Here's why the warning matters and what it could mean for the alliance
Venezuela buries over 150 unidentified earthquake victims as death toll climbs to 3,342
Venezuela buried more than 150 unidentified earthquake victims as the death toll from the twin earthquakes rose to 3,342 and thousands remained missing
Trump's phone call to FIFA chief clears Balogun for Belgium World Cup clash
A phone call from Donald Trump to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino reportedly preceded FIFA's decision to freeze Folarin Balogun's suspension, triggering a furious response from Belgian football officials
Globe at a glance: From the Lalique Museum heist to Neymar's retirement
Your window to world news: French museum burglars flee with $4.58 million in crystal jewellery, Pensacola reels from a Fourth of July shooting, Khamenei's funeral sparks succession buzz, Trump lines up key talks, Venezuela mourns quake victims, Neymar retires. Here are today's top updates