US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear
U.S. and Pakistani leaders forecast a Sunday signing of a long-elusive framework agreement to end fighting between the United States and Iran, but Tehran cast doubt over the timin…
Only a win will do against Curacao as Germany kick off campaign
BOSTON: Germany will look to start their World Cup campaign with a big win over Curacao, with the four-time champions out to repair their damaged international reputation follow…
Ban against Ivory Coast fans draws DBF concern
German Football Federation (DFB) president Bernd Neuendorf has expressed concern over reports that Ivory Coast fans won’t be be allowed to enter the United States for the World Cup…
WC through Omani eyes: stars pick favourites and contenders
MUSCAT, JUNE 13As the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches are underway, football enthusiasts across the globe have already begun debating potential champions, standout players and the matc…
Ghana protests after player Partey is denied visa
Accra: Ghana said Saturday it has formally lodged a protest over Canada’s refusal to issue a visa for the World Cup to player Thomas Partey, who is facing trial in Britain on rape…
World cup venues scrub branding, get new names
Washington: Anita Chang BEATTIE Fans tuning in for the first 2026 World Cup game on US soil Friday night might be a bit confused: why had they never heard of Los Angeles Stadium be…
US-Iran deal could be finalised soon
TEHRAN: The United States and Iran could finalise an agreement to end the Middle East war within as little as 24 hours, mediator Pakistan said on Saturday, after both sides express…
Civil society groups urge two-state solution
PARIS: Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups delivered an appeal in France to urge the international community not to abandon a two-state solution, as Paris seeks to keep th…
Lebanon reports new Israeli strikes
BEIRUT: Lebanon reported Israeli strikes on the country’s south on Saturday as the Israeli army issued evacuation warnings for more than 20 locations, including the city of Nabatie…
Funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader to begin July 4
DUBAI: The funeral for Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will begin in Tehran on July 4 and conclude with his burial in his hometown, the northeastern holy city…