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World Athletics postpones Doha Diamond League amid US-Israel war on Iran
The multi-discipline event scheduled for May 8 will now be held on June 19 should conditions allow, organisers say.
Meloni’s Trump trouble: Why Italian PM is distancing herself from US leader
The Italian leader's cosy alliance with Trump may have become more of a liability than an asset as key elections near.
China probes ‘malicious’ cyberbullying of teen diving champion Quan
Three-time Olympic gold medallist has faced toxic online abuse and considered quitting over comments on her appearance.
‘We’re new miyas’: Will BJP naming some Assamese Muslims ‘Indigenous’ work?
As BJP reaches out to 4 million Muslims in the poll-bound northeastern state, many remain sceptical of party's agenda.
UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain report attacks despite Iran-US ceasefire
Several strikes reported across the Gulf region hours after the US and Iran announce a ceasefire for two weeks.
US ‘third-country’ deportees deal sparks backlash in DRC
US ‘third-country’ deportees deal sparks backlash in DRC
‘Our geography is our oil’: Why Djibouti hosts many foreign military bases
Just miles from one another, along Djibouti's coast, sit military bases of rival powers including the US and China.
Tehran celebrates as Iran, US agree to two-week ceasefire
Iran hails the pause in hostilities as a 'victory', crediting national unity and patience for the agreement.
Romanian football great Mircea Lucescu dies aged 80
Lucescu, one of the most successful Romanian football coaches and players, won several European club titles.
GCC, other Middle East nations react to Iran-US ceasefire announcement
Countries in the region welcome the temporary truce and urge negotiations for the war's permanent end.