US to deal with Lebanon directly: Rubio

US imposed new reality in Lebanon, restricting Israel activity under Iran deal, media says Netanyahu hid facts US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attends a bilateral meeting between US President Donald Trump and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, on the sidelines of the G7 summit, in Evian-les-Bains, France, June 16,…

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Putin says Russia ready for peace talks with Ukraine based on Anchorage, Istanbul agreements

Says Ukraine is trying to create favourable conditions ahead of stalled peace talks Russia’s President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with graduates of higher education institutions of the Defence Ministry, Emergencies Ministry, Federal Security Service, Federal Guard Service, National Guard, Interior Ministry, Investigative Committee and Federal Penitentiary Service in Moscow, Russia, June 23, 2026.PHOTO: REUTERS…

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Fineanganofo rethinks Newcastle move

LONDON: Uncapped wing Fehi Fineanganofo said he hoped to get out of his contract to play for English club Newcastle to pursue a place at the 2027 World Cup, after being named in the All Blacks squad. The 23-year-old signed a contract with Premiership club Newcastle Red Bulls in January, before a stellar season with Super Rugby champions…

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Gold prices decline by Rs10,400 per tola

In the international market, the price of gold declined by $104.00 to $4,098.00 per ounce from $4,202.00 The prices of gold witnessed a sharp decline in the global and local market on Tuesday, with 24 karat gold per tola falling by Rs10,400 to settle at Rs432,236 compared to Rs442,636 on the previous trading day. According…

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National Assembly approves Finance Bill 2026-27, passing Rs18.7 trillion budget

The bill includes revised income tax slabs, changes to import duties on vehicles and property taxation ISLAMABAD: The National Assembly on Tuesday passed the Finance Bill 2026-27 after a clause-by-clause consideration by rejecting all the amendments presented by the opposition. Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb moved the motion for consideration of the Finance Bill, 2026-27…

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