Donald Trump says Gaza peace plan advances as Hamas and armed groups agree to disarm in phases, with Israeli withdrawal and international security support

Ukraine targeted Russian warehouses, refineries and military supply sites in drone strikes, with Zelenskyy saying the attacks aim to weaken Moscow’s war efforts

Drone attacks by Ukraine hit two Wildberries warehouses in Russia, causing fires, one injury, evacuations, and further disruption to the retailer's operations

Saudi Arabia hosted the 41st GCC passport chiefs meeting in Riyadh to discuss passport services, operations, and stronger regional cooperation

CENTCOM struck dozens of IRGC targets in Iran after an attempted missile attack on US forces. Over 50,000 US troops remain on high alert

MERA Oil enters the final stage of selecting a GCC site for its US$5 billion refinery and energy export corridor, with a decision expected by end-2026

Oman has proposed a Gulf-backed plan for managing the Strait of Hormuz with voluntary fees as Iran reviews the proposal amid ongoing tensions

Thai star Orm greets fans in Kuala Lumpur at Montigo’s Drink Your Way event, featuring interactive experiences until August 2.

Chiang Mai reports 700 new HIV cases yearly, urging enhanced testing and treatment for at-risk populations.

Formula 1 has confirmed Malaysia's Sepang Circuit will host the Bahrain Grand Prix from October 2–4, 2026, while the rest of the season remains unchanged

Anthropic's new Opus 5 AI model offers strong productivity tools at half the price of Fable 5, enhancing accessibility for users.

UAE Tennis and Padel Federation approves a new Board for the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships led by Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum