Turkey Hosts NATO Summit While Cracking Down on Critics
In the weeks leading up to the two-day event, the Turkish authorities blocked websites, jailed scores of people over allegations of terrorism and arrested a prominent comedian.
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Khamenei’s Burial Was Delayed, Breaking With Islamic Custom
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s remains were preserved for months, according to Iran’s government. Some Islamic scholars say it was a political and security calculation.
Hajra Yamin on carving an independent legacy, why sisterhood matters
Actor opens up on creative autonomy, industry burnout, female solidarity and the accountability of men Actor Hajra Yamin opened up in an interview about why she refuses to compromise on her craft, discussing her deep need for creative freedom, the heavy emotional toll that acting takes on her, and her strict rule against playing the … Read more
Israeli army demolishes homes in southern Lebanon despite framework deal
Israeli forces blow up homes in Aitaroun, carry out an explosion in Houla, Lebanese media reports Israeli construction equipment knocking down homes in Lebanon. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY The Israeli army demolished several homes on Monday in the southern Lebanese town of Aitaroun and carried out an explosion in the town of Houla amid continuing violations … Read more
The Iranian authorities go all out to stage an elaborate weeklong spectacle.
The Iranian authorities go all out to stage an elaborate weeklong spectacle.
Dior beats Chanel to dress Taylor Swift for wedding of the decade
Jonathan Anderson designs both Swift, Kelce’s Haute Couture looks for their Madison Square Garden wedding In a coup for Parisian fashion house Christian Dior, both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wore Haute Couture designs by creative director Jonathan Anderson for their wedding in New York, handing the label an edge in its intensifying rivalry with … Read more
Iran Live Updates: Hundreds of Thousands Attend Ayatollah’s Funeral Procession
Huge crowds of mourners came to view the casket of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was exalted by some and despised by others. He was killed four months ago at the start of the U.S.-Israeli attacks.
Ukraine Remade Air Defense, but Russia Has Changed Its Attacks
Ukraine has changed how militaries use Patriot systems. But recent attacks prove that clever adaptations cannot overcome a shortage of interceptors.
Bushra Ansari calls out ‘shameless’ men who remarry through manipulation
Veteran actor Bushra Ansari spoke about manipulative men who remarry for material gain, drawing from her daughter’s personal experience and appearing to reference her former son-in-law. Speaking on her YouTube channel, Bushra began by talking about manipulative men, referring to her daughter’s divorce. “My daughter was fooled, and now others will be too. You cannot tell because … Read more
Gaza government dissolves governing body to facilitate transfer of administration
Hamas, Palestinian groups held several rounds of talks in Cairo, particularly over second phase of Gaza ‘ceasefire’ Ismail al-Thawabta, head of Hamas’ government media office, addresses a press conference at the Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip on July 6, 2026. PHOTO: AFP The Palestinian movement Hamas announced on Monday that it had … Read more