War and security
Trump says he thinks war with Iran will end 'pretty soon'
Reported by Middle East Eye and India Today | Latest Stories. First detected August 6, 2026 at 20:48 UTC.
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Middle East & North Africa
Regional reporting associated with Middle East & North Africa.
Health
At least two people died when bomb planted on minibus exploded near Damascus, state media says
At least two people were killed and 13 wounded when a bomb planted on a minibus exploded Thursday in Jaramana, near Damascus, according to a developing state media report citing the health ministry.
General News
Israeli Authorities Press Charges Against Settler for Murder of Palestinian Activist
A rare indictment sees an Israeli settler accused of killing Awdah Hathaleen, the activist killed in the West Bank last month.
War and security
Israeli Forces Deliberately Targeted and Killed Lebanese Journalist Amal Khalil, Wounded Her Camerawoman
A probe by Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International and The Legal Agenda concludes an Israeli attack in April 2026 resulted in the death of journalist Amal Khalil and injuries to her camerawoman.
Foreign policy
PM Modi discusses West Asia tensions, bilateral ties in phone call with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
Reported by India Today | Latest Stories, Free Press Journal and 1 other independently owned source. First detected August 6, 2026 at 14:01 UTC.
General News
Iran Says Deal With Oman on Strait of Hormuz Agreed In Principle, U.S. Still Needed To Approve
Officials note that traffic through the waterway remains limited, while a few million barrels a day flow continues under the pact.
Business
Israel charges settler over Awdah Hathaleen killing in rare West Bank case
Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and france24.com. First detected August 6, 2026 at 10:36 UTC.
General News
Nigeria’s Super Falcons beat Egypt 6‑2 to reach WAFCON 2026 quarter‑finals
Nigeria's Super Falcons win 6‑2 against Egypt to secure a quarter‑final berth in the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations.
Business
Iran Says It Is in Final Stages of Hormuz Deal with Oman, Trump Signals Announcement Within Days
A proposed agreement could lift the blockade crippling global shipping and calm months of regional tension.
General News
UAE Defies Hormuz Risks to Keep Crude Flowing to Global Market
Reported by Financial Post and Business Line - Home. First detected August 6, 2026 at 04:13 UTC.
Sports
Super Falcons progress to WAFCON 2026 quarter-final after 6-2 win over Egypt
Reported by Legit.ng and Information Nigeria. First detected August 5, 2026 at 22:28 UTC.