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1,500-year-old Byzantine tombs uncovered in war-torn Syrian town

A 1,500-year-old Byzantine tomb complex has been uncovered in Maarat al-Numan, Syria, during reconstruction after years of war.

10/06/2025

Focus

Tajikistan hosts global glacier summit amid climate urgency

In this episode of Focus, we report from Dushanbe, Tajikistan, where global leaders, scientists, and climate experts have gathered for the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation to address one of the most pressing water-related challenges of our time - glacier melt.

10/06/2025

Iran

Iran says it executed nine members of so-called Islamic State group

State media said the men had been sentenced to death over clashes in 2018 that killed three members of the Revolutionary Guard and several IS fighters.

10/06/2025

Yemen

Israeli navy attacks Yemen's Houthi-held port city of Hodeida

This is the first time that Israel has conducted direct attacks against the Iran-aligned Houthi rebels through its naval forces rather than with airstrikes.

10/06/2025

Markets

Asian shares make modest gains as investors eye US-China talks

Trade talks between the US and China are to continue for a second day in London.

10/06/2025

India

Fire breaks out on ship after explosion, Indian coastguard says

The coast guard has not yet given the cause of the explosion and fire on board the vessel managed by Singapore-based Wan Hai Lines.

09/06/2025

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Several killed in shooting near Gaza food centres, Palestinians say

At least 18 people were killed and over 100 injured in two separate incidents on Sunday and Monday, when gunfire erupted near food distribution sites in southern Gaza.

09/06/2025

Iran

Iran says it obtained Israel's nuclear secrets without providing proof

The announcement comes as Iran prepares to face fresh diplomatic pressure from the International Atomic Energy Agency, with Western nations expected to propose a motion finding Tehran in noncompliance with nuclear obligations.

09/06/2025

Japan

Four Japanese soldiers injured in explosion at US base in Okinawa

The blast occurred while the soldiers, who specialise in handling explosives, were working at the storage facility for unexploded World War II ordnance, authorities said.

09/06/2025

Economy

China says its exports to the US have plummeted ahead of trade talks

China's total exports rose less-than-expected year-on-year, while exports to the US dropped sharply.

09/06/2025

World News

Thunberg and others on seized boat will be deported home, Israel says

Israeli forces seized the Gaza-bound Madleen early on Monday morning. Aid found onboard will be distributed to the Strip, authorities said.

09/06/2025

Israel

Israel will prevent Freedon Flotilla's Madleen reaching Gaza

The Madleen is nearing Gaza's territorial waters.

08/06/2025

Gaza

Israel recovers body of Thai national taken by Hamas on 7 October

The IDF also announced that they believed to have found the body of Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar, and that four of its soldiers were killed in a booby trap in southern Gaza’s Khan Younis on Friday.

07/06/2025

Kazakhstan

Talking dialogue, trade and climate action at the Astana Forum

Titled “Connecting Minds, Shaping the Future,” the Astana International Forum (AIF) gathered over 160 international speakers and around 7,000 participants.

06/06/2025

Focus

Baku conference tackles rising Islamophobia and global intolerance

In partnership with Azpromo

As global reports of Islamophobia grow, a high-level international conference in Baku brings together scholars, activists and faith leaders to confront hatred and call for cooperation and dialogue.

06/06/2025

Focus

Astana International Forum calls for global reform, peacebuilding and climate cooperation

In partnership with MDQ

In this episode of Focus, global leaders and international experts gather at the Astana International Forum to tackle the world’s most pressing issues, from conflict resolution to climate action.

06/06/2025

North Korea

North Korea salvages capsized destroyer after Kim slams failed launch

The incident drew fierce criticism from the North Korean dictator, who called the mishap a “criminal act,” resulting in the arrest of several officials.

06/06/2025

Tech News

Why drone lessons from Ukraine are key to defending Taiwan from China

"I believe if there is any country that can stop China, Taiwan might be one of them, but it has to be collective actions with our partners. So we can't do this alone," a Taiwanese Legislator told Euronews Next.

06/06/2025

Saudi Arabia

More than 1.5 million foreign pilgrims are in Saudi Arabia for Hajj

The Day of Arafat is of great significance to Muslims around the world, regarded as the most sacred day of the year according to traditional sayings of prophet Muhammad (pbuh).

06/06/2025

Europe News

Syria to give IAEA inspectors immediate access to former nuclear sites

Since the fall of long-time leader Bashar al-Assad in December, the IAEA has been seeking to restore access to sites associated with Syria's nuclear programme.

05/06/2025

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Gaza’s Eid al-Adha celebrations shadowed by war and shortages

In the war-ravaged Gaza Strip, Palestinians are struggling to uphold Eid al-Adha traditions as displacement, hunger, and soaring prices overshadow the Islamic holiday.

05/06/2025

Culture Series

Meet the Azerbaijani Paralympic champion inspiring the next generation

In partnership with Azpromo

In this episode of Azerbaijan Diary, Para-Taekwondo Champion Imameddin Khalilov describes the pride he felt after winning Gold for Azerbaijan at the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games.

05/06/2025

Health news

Annual births in Japan fall for 16th straight year

The number of births in Japan last year hit another record low, new data shows.

05/06/2025

Moments

Everything you need to know about packing for a Hajj pilgrimage

The annual pilgrimage to Mecca, the holiest city for Muslims, can often fall during one of the hottest periods of the year.

05/06/2025

China

Chinese issues arrest warrants for alleged Taiwanese hackers

China refuses to deal with Taiwan's pro-independence government and has been pressing its diplomatic campaign to isolate the island.

05/06/2025

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Pilgrims begin Hajj in Mecca amid heat and new restrictions

Muslims from across the world are gathering in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, for the Hajj — a sacred pilgrimage and one of Islam’s five pillars.

05/06/2025