Iran stories that fall outside the other topics — society, environment, technology, health and everything else — collected from independent English-language outlets.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A fire caused by electrical disruptions broke out in the city of Hadera in the occupied territories, prompting the dispatch of multiple emergency teams to extinguish the blaze and rescue trapped individuals.
New Delhi [India], June 17 (ANI): Japan witnessed a trade deficit of around USD 2. 34 billion (378. 6 billion yen) in May, which is its first deficit in four months, according to the government data released on Wednesday.
Tehran [Iran], June 17 (ANI): The Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) stated on Tuesday (local time) that their winger Mehdi Torabi's visa had expired following a single visit to the United States for the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener in Los Angeles.
London's Met Police not investigating Great Israeli Real Estate Event Submitted by Imran Mulla on Tue, 06/16/2026 - 14:43 On Monday Middle East Eye revealed details of properties advertised in illegal Israeli settlements at the event Police from the Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) at the site of an incident outside a Natwest Bank on Golders Green Road in north London on 8 May 2026 (AFP) Off London's Metropolitan Police are not investigating the Great Israeli Real Estate Event which took place on Sunday, Middle East Eye has learnt. The revelation comes after British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper announced that ministers have asked the Advertising Standards Authority to investigate the event, which was held at the Edgware United Synagogue in London. On Monday Middle East Eye revealed details of properties advertised in illegal Israeli settlements at the event, which was held at the Edgware United Synagogue.
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Los Angeles [US], June 16 (ANI): New Zealand have suffered an early setback at the World Cup, with midfielder Matt Garbett ruled out of the remainder of the tournament after sustaining a hamstring injury in training ahead of the team's Group G opener against Iran. Auckland FC forward Logan Rogerson has been drafted in as his replacement. Garbett, who plays for Peterborough United F.
New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): The second half of 2026 is shaping up to be more uneven for US credits, a research report by Fitch Ratings said. The agency warned that inflation and higher-for-longer interest rates will deepen pressure on consumer-sensitive sectors while energy-linked industries benefit.
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A total of 2,209 agricultural projects across Iran were officially inaugurated and put into operation during a ceremony attended by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Indian equity markets opened in the green on Tuesday, tracking strong performance across global peers and selective overnight gains in US markets. The BSE SENSEX stood at 76,526. 77 points, up by 262.
(Photo credit: Gary Vasquez-Imagn Images) Elijah Just scored a brace and Chris Wood had a pair of assists to help New Zealand, ranked 85th by FIFA, garner a 2-2 draw with 20th-ranked Iran in both teams' Group G opener Monday night in Inglewood, Calif.
(Photo credit: Blake Dahlin-Imagn Images) SEATTLE -- Romelu Lukaku forced Egypt into an own goal within seconds of entering the game and favored Belgium escaped with a 1-1 draw in the opening Group G match of the 2026 World Cup at Seattle Stadium on Monday.
Seattle [US], June 15 (ANI): Egypt coach Rudi Garcia said his side will focus on its own strengths and approach the World Cup clash against Belgium with an attacking mindset. Garcia stressed that Egypt must treat the match like a final, play with maximum commitment, and aim to take control of the game.
Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar had been attempting to climb its walls without safety equipment when he fell in, local authorities say.
As representatives of Iran and the United States reportedly prepared to sign a new peace agreement at the end of the week, the UN on Monday stressed the urgent need to open an aid corridor to transit the choked-off Strait of Hormuz and prevent a global hunger crisis.
In advocating the Global Security Initiative, China is injecting Chinese wisdom into the reform of global security, and promoting world peace and development within the ambit of international law and the United Nations Charter.
New Delhi [India], June 15 (ANI): Indian equity markets witnessed a strong bullish momentum on Monday morning, opening significantly higher and trading firmly in the green. The BSE SENSEX stood at 76,656. 61 points, marking a substantial jump of 1128.
Muscat [Oman], June 15 (ANI): The Ambassador of India to Oman, Prashant Pise, interacted with the 20 Indian crew members of MT Jalveer in Muscat ahead of their repatriation to India and wished them a safe journey home. In a post on X, the Embassy of India in Muscat stated, 'The crew were safely evacuated ashore, in coordination with Omani authorities, following the incident involving the vessel on 11 June 2026.
Playa del Carmen [Mexico], June 15 (ANI): Uruguay's trip to the United States for their FIFA World Cup campaign opener against Saudi Arabia experienced a delay on Sunday due to an error regarding the documents needed for the flight, Reuters reported.
Iran says flights continue as normal across the country Iran’s ISNA news agency says flights across the country are continuing as scheduled and that authorities have not issued a new NOTAM, or aviation notice, suspending flights. ISNA said existing restrictions on flights in parts of western Iran remain in place but have not changed. Earlier, Tasnim news agency reported that flights from western Iranian airports had been cancelled until further notice.
(Photo credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images) After becoming a global star before turning 18, Lamine Yamal now has his sights on the World Cup and introducing himself on United States soil. The teenage sensation could be set to make his World Cup debut Monday when Spain begin their pursuit of a second championship in Group H play against Cape Verde in Atlanta.
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