Gaza flotilla sails for a third time despite threats: 500 activists depart 
‘No sign’ of China’s willingness to pressure Iran after Trump’s visit 
The EU’s sanctions fever: From Russia to China, a crisis expands 
Mercedes-Benz ‘willing’ to move into defense production – CEO 
War in the Middle East: Israel targets top Hamas leader in Gaza 
BBC traces how 10 minutes of Israeli bombing brought devastation to Lebanon
The bombs started falling at 14:15 in the afternoon - bringing chaos and destruction across the country. Read original at...
Trump pauses Hormuz plan 50 hours after he announced it – what happened?
The US president pauses the military operation to get ships through the Strait of Hormuz two days after he announced...
Gulf economies face long-term hit from Iran conflict
Commentators say it will take years or even decades to repair the damage. Read original at BBC Middle East
Israel strikes Beirut for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire
Israel says it targeted a senior Hezbollah figure in the capital, the first strike of its kind since mid-April. Read...
Tennessee approves new congressional map in latest redistricting flurry
Republicans pass new map ahead of midterms after US Supreme Court weakened Voting Rights Act restrictions. Read original at Al...
Tenerife resort town awaits hantavirus-hit cruise ship
Locals react to cruise ship affected by a hantavirus outbreak which is set to dock in southern Tenerife. Read original...
US trade court rules against Trump’s 10 percent global tariffs
The court ruled in favour of small businesses that challenged the tariffs that took place in February. Read original at...
Real Madrid’s Valverde hospitalised with head injury after Tchouameni fight
Real's turbulent season takes another twist on eve of El Clasico with Federico Valverde hurt in dressing room clash. Read...
Videos show interceptions over the skies of Tehran
Iranian state media says air defence systems were activated in western Tehran as multiple explosions were reported. Read original at...
Barcelona vs Real Madrid: El Clasico – La Liga, history, Valverde, Mbappe
Barca are set to storm La Liga this year and could seal title in Sunday's Clasico, but what is history...