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Dubai issues incoming missile alert, sounds all clear minutes later

It wasn't immediately clear what sparked the warning just after 5:15 pm local

Nato summit should display unity and defence pledges, says deputy chief

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth lambasted Nato allies last week for not allowing use of their bases to attack Iran, as he announced a surprise six-month review of American forces in Europe

World Cup: Iran, Fifa avoid questions on Seattle Pride Match against Egypt

FIFA treats the rainbow flag as a statement of human rights and will allow fans to wave it inside the stadium

New Zealand just one win away from historic World Cup knockout berth

New Zealand coach Darren Bazeley said his side has moved past expectations and now faces a simple equation against Belgium: win on Friday and reach the World Cup knockouts.

Fifa WC 2026: Turkey stun US 3-2 with late goal as Americans eye knockouts

Kaan Ayhan scored on the final kick of the match, and Turkey beat the United States 3-2 Thursday night for its only win of the World Cup.

Rubio hails US-Gulf Arab unity despite region's concerns about Iran deal

Rubio is trying to convince all the members of the Gulf Cooperation Council that the Trump admin does indeed have their backs in negotiations to end the Iran war launched on Feb. 28

UN agency pauses evacuation of ships through Hormuz after attack on vessel

The UN agency said the plan to move stranded ships out of Persian Gulf via the strait will be on hold until the agency can confirm safety guarantees for ships on the evacuation list and in the region

Watergate would be 12-hour news story today: Vance compares Trump to Nixon

Vance described his admiration for Nixon during a conversation at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library in Yorba Linda, California

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ecuador through to Ro32, beat heavyweights Germany 2-1

Gonzalo Plata poked the ball past Manuel Neuer in the 77th minute, and Ecuador advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup by rallying for a 2-1 win over Germany on Thursday.

Trump-endorsed de la Espriella wins Colombia's presidential runoff election

The businessman and first-time candidate defeated progressive rival Ivan Cepeda, signalling voter dissatisfaction with outgoing President Gustavo Petro's administration

White House seeks $87.6 bn for Iran war, farmers' aid and Ebola response

The supplemental spending request includes $67 billion for defence needs linked to the Iran conflict alongside funding for farmers, Ebola response efforts and domestic projects

Bangladesh calls India's explanation over airport incident 'unsatisfactory'

Dhaka calls India's explanation over airport incident involving PM adviser Zahed Ur Rahman 'unsatisfactory', saying he was cleared through diplomatic channels to lead Bangladesh's IORA delegation

Alibaba sues Pentagon in bid to remove 'Chinese military company' label

The Chinese technology company argues that its designation as a military-linked entity lacks a factual or legal basis and was made without a fair process

Neymar makes 1st appearance as second-half sub for Brazil vs Scotland

Neymar has finally played in this World Cup coming on for Brazil in the last 15 minutes.

FIFA World Cup: Rahimi, Yassine help Morocco rally to beat Haiti 4-2

Soufiane Rahimi and Gessime Yassine came off the bench to help Morocco rally for a 4-2 victory over Haiti on Wednesday and erase the Caribbean nation's hopes of a first ever point at the World Cup.

Federal judge blocks Trump bid to require proof of citizenship for voting

A federal judge permanently blocked key provisions of Trump's election order, including a requirement for documentary proof of citizenship to vote

Ronaldinho 'ready for action' after signing with Serie C side Ravenna at 46

Brazil great Ronaldinho has signed with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46, more than a decade after retiring.

Nuclear site inspections possible only after final US-Iran deal: Iran

Iran says IAEA inspections of its nuclear sites will only be considered after a final agreement is reached with the US

IAEA chief signals that inspectors will visit Iran's nuclear sites

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) head Rafael Mariano Grossi made the comments in Tokyo

Fifa mulls keeping hydration breaks for future World Cups: Infantino

Fifa president Gianni Infantino defended the decision to introduce breaks - which come midway through each half - at this World Cup and said Tuesday they may be providing more entertainment for fans