Israel hits Iran after taking missile fire, defying Trump to hold back

South China Morning Post June 7, 2026 at 10:26 PM

Israel said it struck military ⁠targets in western and central Iran on Monday, even after US President Donald Trump reportedly told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from further attacks. Hours earlier, Trump said new strikes by Israel and Iran would not affect his administration’s peace talks with Tehran, adding that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu “doesn’t call the shots”. Trump has leaned on Israel to stop its attacks in Lebanon to allow room for a deal to end the...

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7 OPEC+ nations announce second straight 188,000 bpd output increase for July

Tajikistan News June 7, 2026 at 9:59 PM

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Seven OPEC+ countries have announced a second consecutive monthly increase in oil production, agreeing to raise output by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) in July 2026 after approving an identical increase for June last month, as the group continues its gradual easing of voluntary supply cuts.The decision was taken during a virtual meeting of Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kaza

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7 OPEC+ nations announce second straight 188,000 bpd output increase for July

Kyrgyzstan News June 7, 2026 at 9:59 PM

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Seven OPEC+ countries have announced a second consecutive monthly increase in oil production, agreeing to raise output by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) in July 2026 after approving an identical increase for June last month, as the group continues its gradual easing of voluntary supply cuts.The decision was taken during a virtual meeting of Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kaza

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7 OPEC+ nations announce second straight 188,000 bpd output increase for July

Turkmenistan News June 7, 2026 at 9:59 PM

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Seven OPEC+ countries have announced a second consecutive monthly increase in oil production, agreeing to raise output by 188,000 barrels per day (bpd) in July 2026 after approving an identical increase for June last month, as the group continues its gradual easing of voluntary supply cuts.The decision was taken during a virtual meeting of Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kaza

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Pope Leo in Spain: over 1 million people flood Madrid streets for mass

South China Morning Post June 7, 2026 at 9:50 PM

More than one million people filled the streets of Madrid on Sunday for a mass by Pope Leo at which he called for a renewal of the Catholic faith in Spain. The mass came on day two of Leo’s seven-day visit to Spain, a traditional Catholic bastion where religious observance has been declining sharply in recent years as in much of western Europe. King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia joined throngs of devotees waving Spanish and Vatican flags in Cibeles Square for a service filled with religious...

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Experts draw inspiration for Eurasia from China's governance under Xi's leadership

Tajikistan News June 7, 2026 at 9:15 PM

ST. PETERSBURG, June 7 (Xinhua) -- The Russian edition of the first volume of "China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership" has received a warm response from representatives of media organizations, think tanks, and government institutions across Eurasia.The book was officially launched at a ceremony on Wednesday in St. Petersburg, attended by around 100 representatives from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, and ot

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Experts draw inspiration for Eurasia from China's governance under Xi's leadership

Kyrgyzstan News June 7, 2026 at 9:15 PM

ST. PETERSBURG, June 7 (Xinhua) -- The Russian edition of the first volume of "China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership" has received a warm response from representatives of media organizations, think tanks, and government institutions across Eurasia.The book was officially launched at a ceremony on Wednesday in St. Petersburg, attended by around 100 representatives from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, and ot

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Experts draw inspiration for Eurasia from China's governance under Xi's leadership

Turkmenistan News June 7, 2026 at 9:15 PM

ST. PETERSBURG, June 7 (Xinhua) -- The Russian edition of the first volume of "China's Governance Under Xi Jinping's Leadership" has received a warm response from representatives of media organizations, think tanks, and government institutions across Eurasia.The book was officially launched at a ceremony on Wednesday in St. Petersburg, attended by around 100 representatives from China, Russia, Kazakhstan, and ot

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2 drivers hurt as Audi flies across central divider in Hong Kong road crash

South China Morning Post June 7, 2026 at 9:10 PM

A driver escaped serious injury in Hong Kong after a car vaulted over the central divider on Tuen Mun Road and slammed into his seven-seater vehicle. Police said the seven-seater was travelling in the fast lane towards Yuen Long near the Gold Coast in Tuen Mun when the driver of an Audi SUV on the opposite carriageway suddenly lost control at about 9.20pm on Sunday. The Audi flew across the central divider, knocked down a lamp post and landed near the seven-seater in a scene reminiscent of a...

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US to send third-country deportees to Central African Republic

South China Morning Post June 7, 2026 at 8:41 PM

Central African Republic has agreed to take in migrants from other countries deported by the United States, two sources with knowledge of the matter said, the latest example of the Trump administration striking deals with African states to accelerate removals. Washington has sent so-called third-country deportees to African countries including Democratic Republic ‌of Congo, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Equatorial Guinea, under opaque deals that Senate Democrats say have cost tens of millions of...

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"Exceptional exhibition of spin bowling": Gavaskar, Swann hail Suthar's promising international debut

Tajikistan News June 7, 2026 at 8:33 PM

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): Former Indian cricket Sunil Gavaskar and former England spinner Graeme Swann lauded young spin all-rounder Manav Suthar on a promising start to his international debut against Afghanistan, with the former saying that he has the attributes to be a 'strong contender at Test level going forward'.Suthar, who got his debut cap for India in the one-off Test against Afghan

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"Exceptional exhibition of spin bowling": Gavaskar, Swann hail Suthar's promising international debut

Kyrgyzstan News June 7, 2026 at 8:33 PM

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): Former Indian cricket Sunil Gavaskar and former England spinner Graeme Swann lauded young spin all-rounder Manav Suthar on a promising start to his international debut against Afghanistan, with the former saying that he has the attributes to be a 'strong contender at Test level going forward'.Suthar, who got his debut cap for India in the one-off Test against Afghan

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"Exceptional exhibition of spin bowling": Gavaskar, Swann hail Suthar's promising international debut

Turkmenistan News June 7, 2026 at 8:33 PM

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 7 (ANI): Former Indian cricket Sunil Gavaskar and former England spinner Graeme Swann lauded young spin all-rounder Manav Suthar on a promising start to his international debut against Afghanistan, with the former saying that he has the attributes to be a 'strong contender at Test level going forward'.Suthar, who got his debut cap for India in the one-off Test against Afghan

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Scammers posing as police cheat 42 mainland students in Hong Kong out of millions

South China Morning Post June 7, 2026 at 8:00 PM

More than 40 mainland students studying in Hong Kong fell victim to scammers impersonating Chinese law enforcement officers in the first quarter of this year, police said on Sunday, with the biggest case involving over HK$8 million (US$1.02 million). Among the 42 cases, one victim was tricked into staging her own “abduction” after being lured to Thailand, despite having attended anti-scam courses at her university. Hong Kong police said students from across the border accounted for a quarter of...

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"Best feeling of my life": Manav Suthar on receiving his maiden India call-up

Tajikistan News June 7, 2026 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Bowling all-rounder Manav Suthar described receiving his maiden India call-up for the one-off Test against Afghanistan as the most memorable moment of his career, calling it the 'best feeling of my life'.Led by Shubman Gill, India is facing Afghanistan in a one-off Test in New Chandigarh. Although the match is not part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, promisin

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"Best feeling of my life": Manav Suthar on receiving his maiden India call-up

Kyrgyzstan News June 7, 2026 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Bowling all-rounder Manav Suthar described receiving his maiden India call-up for the one-off Test against Afghanistan as the most memorable moment of his career, calling it the 'best feeling of my life'.Led by Shubman Gill, India is facing Afghanistan in a one-off Test in New Chandigarh. Although the match is not part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, promisin

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"Best feeling of my life": Manav Suthar on receiving his maiden India call-up

Turkmenistan News June 7, 2026 at 7:32 PM

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 7 (ANI): Bowling all-rounder Manav Suthar described receiving his maiden India call-up for the one-off Test against Afghanistan as the most memorable moment of his career, calling it the 'best feeling of my life'.Led by Shubman Gill, India is facing Afghanistan in a one-off Test in New Chandigarh. Although the match is not part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle, promisin

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Misdiagnosis isn’t misconduct, lawyer for accused doctor tells medical watchdog

South China Morning Post June 7, 2026 at 7:02 PM

The lawyer for a Hong Kong doctor accused of professional misconduct after a boy in his care was left permanently disabled more than 16 years ago has told the medical watchdog that misdiagnosis or incompetence does not equate to misconduct. But the prosecution representing the Medical Council secretariat said on Sunday that misconduct referred to whether a doctor underperformed and the circumstances should be defined by inquiry panel members. Dr Sit Sou-chi is accused of failing to conduct...

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China urged to fast-track carrier fleet upgrades as Japan boosts strike power

South China Morning Post June 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM

China should speed up aircraft carrier group upgrades and boost their combat capabilities to counter Japan’s growing defence strength amid mounting tensions, military experts have said. This comes as Tokyo ramps up its defence posture with long-range anti-ship missiles and deployments on Japanese islands near Taiwan, putting Beijing on high alert. A recent simulated attack also highlighted the potential threat. As tensions escalated in December over the Japanese prime minister’s comments on...

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Boosting bilateral ties: Ariana Afghan Airlines launches daily flights between Kabul and Delhi

Tajikistan News June 7, 2026 at 6:32 PM

Kabul [Afghanistan], June 7 (ANI): In a significant move to bolster economic ties and enhance connectivity, Ariana Afghan Airlines has officially commenced daily passenger and cargo flights between Kabul and New Delhi. This transition from a limited weekly schedule to a robust daily service marks a major milestone in facilitating trade, investment, and people-to-people engagement between the two nations.A

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