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Tunisia blocks 300km ’Dignity March’ from reaching capital
Tunisian police blocked unemployed graduates from marching into Tunis after they walked nearly 300 kilometres to demand promised public-sector jobs.
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Drone strike kills 4 women in Sudan’s Blue Nile state
A drone strike in Sudan’s Blue Nile state has resulted in the deaths of four women and injuries to dozens. The attack, attributed to the Rapid Support Forces, targeted homes and a mosque triggering international concern.
Culture
Five Arab writers shortlisted for 2026 National Book Awards
Five Arab writers are among the 2026 National Book Awards finalists in the US, with works exploring Gaza, imprisonment and survival.
Politics
EU Parliament investigates Rima Hassan over Israeli flag protest
French MEP Rima Hassan faces scrutiny from the European Parliament over an incident involving flags at a commemoration of the 7 October attacks.
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Germany’s Merz vows to fight ‘extremism’ after AfD, far-left election gains
Far-right and far-left parties gain ground in local elections as Merz's approval rating sinks.
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Belarus cut motor fuel supplies to Russia in September, sources say
Belarus cut motor fuel supplies to Russia in September, sources say
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Putin tells Tehran ready to help mediate Middle East war: Iran state media
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed readiness to mediate the Middle East conflict in discussions with Iranian officials. The move comes as both nations deepen ties amidst sanctions from Western countries.
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France summons Iran ambassador over disinformation campaign on student protests
France summons Iran ambassador over disinformation campaign on student protests France summoned Iran's ambassador on Wednesday over what foreign ministry spokesperson Pascal Confavreux described as an Iranian disinformation campaign targeting France's secondary school student protest movement. The envoy was told of the "absolutely unacceptable" nature of false content disseminated online by official Iranian foreign ministry accounts, Confavreux said in a statement, adding that Tehran's 6 Octo…
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Israel isolating Palestinian journalist for 46 days and counting
Israeli prison authorities have continued to hold Palestinian journalist and administrative detainee Bushra al-Tawil in isolation for 46 straight days, Palestinian prisoners’ organizations said Wed…
Politics
German politicians warn of antisemitism on October 7 anniversary
Leading German politicians including Chancellor Merz and President Steinmeier called for people to reject antisemitism.
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UK to stay in Palestine despite Israel threat to close consulate
Israel is threatening to close the UK’s consulate in Jerusalem by 8 October in retaliation for sanctions on settlements
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More than 200,000 displaced as fighting escalates in Yemen, UN says
With 3,700 fleeing to Djibouti amid Houthi clashes, the UN warns three in four families in parts of Yemen face hunger.
Politics
Israelis demand accountability over 7 October failures three years after attacks
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has refused to take any personal responsibility for what happened or order a state inquiry.
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Nobel Peace Prize haunted by the ‘spectre’ of Trump
Donald Trump’s minimal chances of winning the Nobel Peace Prize have not stopped his ‘spectre’ from influencing the upcoming award announcement. Although Trump has campaigned for the prize since his return to the White House in 2025, experts do not consider his chances to be significant.
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Dubai teacher who spent 33 years with GEMS dies; scholarship planned in her honour
Anjana Sanalkumar, who taught generations of students at The Westminster School, is remembered by colleagues and families
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Israeli forces demolish East Jerusalem building as occupiers injure 2 Palestinians in West Bank
Israeli forces demolished a five-story residential building housing 70 Palestinians in occupied East Jerusalem on Tuesday, while two Palestinians were injured in attacks by Israeli occupiers and so…
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Israeli forces raid town in southern Syria as work on military barrier continues
Israeli forces have conducted raids in Quneitra, Syria, for the third day while establishing a military barrier, resulting in the wounding and detention of a disabled man. The operations target local farmers and advance toward villages, amidst ongoing disputes over the territory's sovereignty, with the Syrian UN ambassador asserting that the Golan Heights remains Syrian land under international law.
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UAE strongly condemns Houthi's continued targeting of civilian assets, Saudi ships
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the Houthi terrorist militia's continued targeting of civilians and civilian and economic assets in Saudi Arabia, as well as the targeting of Saudi ships in the southern Red Sea and the Bab Al-Mandab Strait.
Sports
Dalic hails UAE's Gulf Cup run despite final defeat to Saudi Arabia
The UAE coach accepted defeat with grace after Saudi Arabia scored twice early to win the Gulf Cup final, while praising his team’s impressive tournament campaign
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Explainer-The status of Iran's uranium enrichment programme
By Francois MurphyVIENNA, Oct 7 (Reuters) - US Vice President JD Vance told Reuters on Monday that Iran must make a "meaningful" reduction in its uranium enrichment capacity to satisfy US demands and end the countries' seven-month war.The Trump administration has sought to force Iran to denuclearize in slow-moving negotiations to end the conflict. Below is a summary of what is known, and not, about the current status of Iran's uranium enrichment programme, which is at the heart of its nuclear infrastructure.WHAT DID IRAN HAVE BEFORE THE US AND ISRAEL BOMBED?
Business
South Korea Hikes Its Imports Of Algerian Crude Oil By 77% – الشروق أونلاين
South Korea increased its imports of Algerian crude oil by 77% during the first nine months of 2026, averaging 53,000 barrels per day, compared to 30,000 barrels per day during the same period in 2025, rising to second place among the largest importers of Algerian oil, after being in fifth place last year. According to […]
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Yemen war deepens hunger crisis as child malnutrition surges
More than one in four children recently screened by UNICEF in Yemen were acutely malnourished as renewed fighting deepens the country’s hunger crisis.
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IEA ready to release more oil reserves if necessary
The International Energy Agency (IEA) is prepared to release additional oil reserves, focusing on diesel amid supply shortages, according to its director, Fatih Birol. Member countries maintain substantial reserves and can act if required.
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India condemns attacks on 4 vessels in Black Sea after two crew members injured
The ministry outlined an alarming surge in maritime safety threats, detailing four separate incidents involving merchant vessels operating in the region over 48 hours
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Satellite photos show how Israeli forces have erased Gaza towns
Satellite images reveal the systematic destruction of Gaza towns by Israeli forces, despite a ceasefire. This destruction highlights the ongoing impact on Gaza’s population after the 2023 conflict.
Politics
Merz vows to counter destabilization from Germany’s political fringes
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged to prevent destabilization in Germany stemming from political extremism. He emphasized the importance of addressing this issue as a societal duty.
Sports
MotoGP to introduce qualifying for sprint race
MotoGP will implement a dedicated qualifying session for the sprint race starting next season, altering the current format that uses the main qualifying for both races.
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The mass killing does not mean Israel is winning
Israel’s military might has failed to achieve the political goals in Gaza it was supposed to.
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As NHS workers we will not stop speaking out til Palantir is out
Health workers are proving that boycotts work. That is exactly why the backlash against us is growing, write Amira Nimerawi and Dr Omar Abdel-Mannan.
Culture
قصة قسّيس أسترالي… كيف اختبأت الكنيسة خلف جلدٍ أصفر وابتسامة بيضاء؟
(SeaPRwire) - By: Julian Holbrooke البريشوب كريستوفر ساوندرز لم يكن مجرد رجل دين منحرف. كان ممثلًا لصورة السلطة المسيحية التي بن...
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Iran has 'lost complete control' of Strait of Hormuz', US claims | The National
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says 'almost as much oil flowing out as before conflict', as IRGC insists sea lane is closed
Culture
90s art scene in the UK: An international, edgy trendsetter
The 1990s are remembered for Britpop and provocative fashion, but beyond the nostalgia, it was a decade of cultural experimentation and social change. Tate Britain's new exhibition looks past the familiar icons.
Health
Mongolia orders ‘surveillance’ on Russia border after reported plague death
Mongolia has enacted health surveillance at its border with Russia due to a reported plague death in Siberia. The Ministry of Health emphasized the low current risk but called for continuous monitoring.
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Israeli strikes kill 4 Palestinians, including teen, civil defense medic
Four Palestinians, including a teen and a civil defense medic, were killed and others injured in Israeli attacks Wednesday, Anadolu reports. In the latest attacks, a Palestinian was killed and othe…
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‘Palestinians will bear the cost’: UK consulate in East Jerusalem prepares to shut its doors
Forced closure marks low point in UK-Israeli relations, with reports UK is considering retaliatory expulsion of Israeli diplomats from London
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‘Not backing down’: The Britons pushed towards Palestine by Gaza genocide
Britons are risking freedom and reputations to stand with Palestinians and challenge government policy.
Culture
KSGAAL Signs MoU with Jordan Academy of Arabic
As part of its fifth annual international conference, themed "Arabic Language and Culture: Intersections and Dimensions," King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Jordan Academy of Arabic. The agreement aims to foster cooperation in serving the Arabic language and its associated disciplines. It also establishes a framework for joint action to facilitate the exchange of expertise and integration of capabilities between the two academies.
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Killing of 3-year-old Syrian girl renews scrutiny of domestic abuse protections
Killing of 3-year-old Syrian girl renews scrutiny of domestic abuse protections
Sports
Arsenal Plot Football Domination after Title Win, Says CEO Garlick
Arsenal are in a strong position to dominate men's football for years to come, CEO Richard Garlick said on Wednesday, minutes after the club announced they had agreed a new long-term deal for manager Mikel Arteta. Arteta ended the club's 22-year wait for a Premier League title in May and has extended his contract to 2030. The club also reached the Champions League final, losing on penalties to Paris St Germain, and posted club-record revenue. Garlick said, however, they were not resting on their laurels as they seek to build on a stellar campaign on and off the pitch.
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British troops arrive in Lebanon for joint military exercise
British troops arrive in Lebanon for joint military exercise
Technology
Sheikh Hamdan launches Dh2.5-million AI agents challenge for innovators globally
Individuals and teams can participate with an innovative idea, a prototype, or an initial product in its early stages
Politics
EU enlargement: European Commission tables reforms to prepare bloc for new members
The European Commission is proposing earlier access to EU markets for candidate countries, new voting rules to reduce vetoes and extra safeguards for a bigger bloc. But is the reform fair — or even feasible?
Lifestyle
Nicole Kidman, Zendaya and Hovering Cars See Paris Fashion Week Go Out on a High
Coco Chanel designed her postwar suit so women could move. Seven decades later, designer Matthieu Blazy has made it stretch. Suits in a new “smocked tweed” anchored Blazy’s spring-summer 2027 collection for Chanel, shown Monday night at the Grand Palais beneath a flock of illuminated birds as Nicole Kidman, Dua Lipa and Pedro Pascal watched from the front row. The fabric gives like sportswear, but the idea is old. Chanel built its name by changing how women dressed, and a year after his debut as its designer, Blazy is applying that principle to the house’s own uniform.
Health
Russia keeps a tight lid on suspected case of pneumonic plague as global concerns mount
Russian authorities are keeping a tight lid on information about last week’s suspicious death of a lab worker in Siberia that has been surrounded by secrecy and claims that it could have been caused by pneumonic plague. While the case has raised global concerns, Russian state TV and other national state-controlled media have steered clear of the case, which has topped independent online news outlets. Russia’s public health watchdog said the lab worker was diagnosed with “pneumonia of unknown etiology,” meaning its origin was not known. In its official statements, it does not link the case to pneumonic plague. President Donald Trump said he would speak about the issue “very soon” with President Vladimir Putin.
Sports
World Cup winner Pedro calls time on 20-year career
Former Spain forward Pedro Rodriguez has announced his retirement at 39, concluding a 20-year career with 25 major trophies. He was a crucial member of Spain’s 2010 World Cup-winning team.
Culture
In Iran, music is far more than entertainment as the regime seeks to use it as a political tool
Iranian authorities are trying to persuade prominent singers in exile to return home. While the state seeks to harness music as a political tool, music has also become a powerful expression of dissent and resistance.
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Crown Prince of Jordan and European leaders discuss energy crisis caused by Hormuz blockade | The National
Energy prices, diplomacy with Iran and migration high on agenda of talks
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Ex-German spy chief arrested: A history of spooks working for enemy powers
There have been many cases of top spies giving classified information to enemy nations. Here are some of the highlights.