Mexico's World Cup opener was marred by violent clashes outside Azteca Stadium as ticketless fans and protesters attempted to breach security, leading to dozens of arrests and injuries among police.
Iran suspends contact with Washington over Israel's Lebanon offensive, while US President Trump claims talks are progressing. UN expresses alarm over escalation in southern Lebanon.
US President Trump claims rapid progress in Middle East negotiations and brokering a halt to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, despite Iran-linked media reporting Tehran suspended contact with Washington over Israel's expanding offensive in Lebanon. The UN expressed alarm over the escalation.
A Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was diverted to Papeete, French Polynesia, on Friday due to a disruptive passenger who allegedly bit a crew member. The man was restrained by other passengers and met by authorities upon arrival, receiving a no-fly ban on Qantas.
Israel's military instructed to use full force against imminent threats in Lebanon despite a 10-day truce that came into effect Friday. State media reported demolitions underway Sunday, as displaced south Lebanon residents cautiously returned to inspect damaged homes in villages like Dibbine and Srifa. Many remain hesitant about the durability of the ceasefire with Hezbollah.
