Lightning strikes kill more than 50 in India
More than 50 people were killed in lightning strikes across several states in India, authorities said Monday, including 11 people at a historic fort.
Lack of COVID awareness at Euro final ‘devastating’ – WHO
A WHO epidemiologist said she had been devastated to watch unmasked crowds singing and shouting at the Euro 2020 soccer final in London on Sunday, expressing concerns that it would … Read More
Taliban surround central Afghan city of Ghazni – officials
Taliban fighters have surrounded the city of Ghazni in central Afghanistan, taking over civilians’ homes to fight security forces, officials said on Monday, the latest urban center under threat from … Read More
EU seeks Israel ‘fresh start’ as minister visits
EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Monday the bloc was hoping for a fresh start with Israel’s new government, as Foreign Minister Yair Lapid held talks in Brussels.
Lebanese pound takes breather after record plunge
The Lebanese pound was largely unchange Monday, trading at LL19,400 to the dollar on the black market, after a sharp drop to new record lows last week.
Israel expands Gaza fishing zone, allows more imports
Israel said Monday it had expanded the fishing zone off Gaza and would allow additional imports into the blockaded Palestinian territory following “recent security calm”.
UK PM Johnson condemns racist abuse of England football team
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday condemned racist abuse on social media aimed at players of the England football team after their narrow defeat in the final of Euro … Read More
Triumphant Italy return to Rome after Euro 2020 victory
Italy captain Giorgio Chiellini lifted the gleaming cup towards the Rome sky Monday as his triumphant team touched down on home soil after winning Euro 2020 by beating England in … Read More
Jordan ex-officials handed 15-year jail terms over ‘coup plot’
A Jordanian court on Monday sentenced a former royal confidant, Bassem Awadallah, alongside a minor royal to 15 years in jail on charges of attempting to destabilise the monarchy.
Italy crowned European champions after shootout win over England
Italy beat England 3-2 on penalties after the Euro 2020 final ended 1-1 following extra time at Wembley on Sunday to secure their second European Championship title.