Author: Editorial Team
TEHRAN — Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said on Thursday that he had approved a deal with the United States to end the Middle East war despite having a “different view”. The message was his first reaction to the Iran-US deal to end the conflict that was signed by US Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian this week. He said he allowed the deal to go ahead after assurances from Pezeshkian that he would “protect the rights of the Iranian nation”. “In principle, I had a different view (about the memorandum of understanding), but I issued my permission…
WASHINGTON — US Vice President JD Vance on Thursday delivered an extraordinarily direct rebuke to Israeli critics of the US-Iran peace agreement, underscoring a widening rift between the two close allies. Vance castigated members of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet for criticizing the Iran deal, saying they should “wake up and smell the reality”. Israeli leaders need to “wake up and smell the reality” that they are isolated internationally, Vance said as he sought to defend the preliminary deal the Trump administration struck with Iran this week. “Donald J. Trump is the only head of state in the entire…
ANKARA — Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Turki Alalshikh met Bilal Erdogan, son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, during his visit to Türkiye. During the meeting, Alalshikh highlighted the depth of relations and cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector continues to strengthen its presence at the regional and international levels through a growing number of partnerships and high-profile events that reinforce the Kingdom’s position as a leading destination for major entertainment and cultural events. Source: Saudi Gazette
CEO of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) Dr. Hisham Aljadhey participated in the Drug Information Association (DIA) 2026 Global Annual Meeting, held from June 14–18 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The event brought together heads of regulatory authorities, global decision-makers, and leading experts in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and regulatory sciences from across the world. During a panel session titled “Innovation Gridlock: When Misaligned Policies Threaten Progress for Patients,” Dr. Aljadhey emphasized the critical importance of leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) in regulatory workflows. He noted that AI technologies can significantly enhance the evaluation of therapeutic innovations and accelerate patient access while maintaining…
As the UAE moves to restrict social media access for children under 15, mental health professionals said that they are seeing young people whose online habits are affecting their sleep, studies, confidence and overall wellbeing. On June 18, a new resolution was issued to ban those under the age of 15 from creating or using personal social media accounts or accessing their full features. The decision was welcomed by UAE doctors who shed light on the dangers of social media addiction, especially among children. From children staying awake until the early morning hours to those spending hours scrolling without eating…
DUBAI — The interim peace deal between Iran and the United States took effect and shipping started returning to the Strait of Hormuz as Washington declared an end to its blockade of Iranian ports on Thursday. The US Central Command confirmed the end of the blockade “in accordance with the President’s direction”, but said some US vessels would remain “in the general area”. US Vice President JD Vance told reporters on Thursday that the 60-day clock for working out the contentious details in the so-called memorandum of understanding signed late Wednesday had started ticking. Vance said the US Navy has…
ATLANTA — Teboho Mokoena scored a late penalty as South Africa fought back to earn a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic on Thursday and secure its first point of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The South African midfielder completed an emotional evening by converting from the spot in the 83rd minute after Pavel Sulc handled Thapelo Maseko’s long-range effort inside the penalty area. Mokoena had been visibly emotional before kickoff, shedding tears during the national anthem as he reflected on his late grandfather. “I know, wherever he is, he would be proud of me,” Mokoena said. “I just felt…
Wild plants in Northern Borders Region play a vital role in stabilizing soil, reducing wind speed, providing shade and shelter for living organisms, and increasing soil fertility, helping to prevent fertile land from turning into arid areas. Their environmental benefits stem from their ability to adapt to drought by conserving water and withstanding high temperatures through their extensive root systems. They also serve as a primary food source for wildlife and livestock. In addition, their chemical properties attract the interest of researchers seeking to study their benefits and potential use in therapeutic or cosmetic products, subject to approval by the…
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Switzerland turned FIFA’s controversial hydration breaks into a tactical advantage on Thursday, scoring four late goals to defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina 4-1 and move to the top of Group B at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Swiss coach Murat Yakin revealed that he deliberately waited for the second mandatory cooling break before making a triple substitution, introducing fresh attacking players to exploit tiring opponents in a match that had remained scoreless deep into the second half. The move transformed the contest. Substitute Johan Manzambi scored twice, while fellow replacement Rubén Vargas contributed a goal and an assist…
VANCOUVER — Jonathan David scored a hat-trick as Canada recorded its first-ever FIFA World Cup victory in emphatic fashion, crushing nine-man Qatar 6-0 on Thursday to move to the brink of the knockout stage. The Lille striker delivered a clinical performance at BC Place, becoming only the second player to score a hat-trick at the tournament after Argentina captain Lionel Messi. Canada’s victory was its first in World Cup history after previously failing to win a match in its appearances in 1986 and 2022. The Canadians dominated from start to finish and took full advantage of two Qatar red cards…