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Gulf News

May 2026

Israel's widening Lebanon offensive 'cause for serious concern': Germany warns of severe humanitarian fallout

Concern mounts as Germany, UK warn against Israel's expanding ground offensive

Benjamin Netanyahuisraeli Prime Minister
Last night, our heroic fighters captured the Beaufort Castle. They proudly raised the flag of the State of Israel and the flag of the Golani Brigade there,
Benjamin Netanyahuisraeli Prime Minister
We are now in 60 per cent of the territory of the Gaza Strip. We were at 50 per cent. We moved to 60 per cent. My directive is to move to--take it step by step--first of all, 70,
Hamish Falconerbritish politician, from 2024, Member of Parliament for Lincoln
Hizballah must end attacks on Israel and disarm. All sides should uphold the ceasefire and continue US-led talks,
Benjamin Netanyahuisraeli Prime Minister
It will take time, but we will complete the mission,
During the call, they reviewed the relations of cooperation between the two countries and ways to support and develop them, alongside discussing the latest developments in the Lebanese file."
The Israeli army's advance further into southern Lebanon is cause for serious concern,
I remind you that 44 years ago, this place was a symbol of a heroic battle by our fighters, but it was also a symbol of deep division among us. Today, we returned to Beaufort differently. We returned united, determined, and stronger than ever,
The capture of Beaufort is a dramatic stage and a dramatic change in the policy we are leading. We have broken the barrier of fear. We are taking the initiative; we are operating on all fronts — in Syria, in Gaza, and in Lebanon. We have established security zones beyond our borders to protect our communities,

Car bombs, drone attacks, assassination: Cepeda, de la Espriella lead race for Colombia presidency

Tight race pits leftist peace advocate against hard‑right ‘Tiger’ in violent campaign

I think we've done quite a lot in terms of education… protecting the environment, social justice, and defending human rights,
We are going to win in the first round,
My vote is not guided by what I want, but what I fear the most,
This government really strengthened armed groups by being so soft,
Many Colombians are thinking about emigrating,

Iranian President Pezeshkian, sidelined by IRGC, submits a resignation letter to Khamenei: Report

Masoud Pezeshkianpresident
What stood out to me more than anything else in this meeting was (Mojtaba Khamenei's) manner, perspective, and deeply sincere and humble behaviour, an approach that transformed the atmosphere into one based on trust, calmness, empathy, and direct dialogue,

Dua Lipa Marries Callum Turner in Intimate London Wedding at Old Marylebone Town Hall

The couple was joined by a small group of loved ones

This decision to grow old together, to see a life and just, I don’t know, be best friends forever — it’s a really special feeling.”
Dua has always been super intentional with her decisions, and right now she’s laser focused on her tour and soaking up this really exciting time in her life. She feels like everything is finally aligning both personally and professionally, and she doesn’t want to rush through such a major milestone... They’re both on the same page”.

Top 10 countries with the highest Schengen visa rejection rates for UAE residents

Several consulates have turned away more than a third of all local applicants

Dubai Police at 70: The force behind one of the world's safest cities

Abdullah Khalifa Al Marrilieutenant general
Seventy years ago, a visionary foundation was laid for a security system that would become a key pillar of Dubai’s development and prosperity,
The organisation’s ability to continue providing services efficiently and seamlessly under all circumstances has strengthened confidence in Dubai’s security system,
We extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to all former and current members of Dubai Police whose dedication, loyalty and hard work helped build this proud national legacy,

Sooryavanshi ready for India call-up, say former greats

Vaibhav Sooryavanshiold sensation
I thought he batted brilliantly. It was a much tougher batting innings with wickets falling around him, and he held his nerve and really got us to a defendable total. Vaibhav is 15 years old, but he's very mature. He reads the game really well, he reads situations well, and he's got no fear."
I think we are very, very proud of the season that he's had, and we just want to make sure that he keeps going, keeps that intent, keeps that no-fear attitude and keeps growing. I think he's going to be even better as the years go by."

Underground arsenal: Iran digs out missile bases buried by US-Israeli strikes

The US military is good at delivering tactical successes, and entombing and suppressing the Iranian missile force is a great example of that,
They were preparing for this kind of war for 20 years,
You’re using very sophisticated, very expensive weapons to do this kind of damage, and the recovery is very low tech — it’s just bulldozers,
However, if that isn’t accompanied by a set of reasonable strategic war aims and an achievable theory of victory, it can end up being a strategic failure,