International News from Sunday, June 21st, 2026
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54 injured, 18 missing after explosion at Qatar LNG site, authorities say
Fifty-four people have been injured, and another 18 were missing after an explosion at Qatar's core LNG processing site of Ras Laffan on Sunday, authorities said.
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Europe braces for prolonged heatwave as temperatures approach 40C
A severe heatwave gripped much of Europe on Sunday, with temperatures nearing 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), prompting nationwide warnings, transport disruption and signs of strain on wildlife and at tourist hotspots.
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Trump claims Starmer will resign as UK PM considers position
United States President Donald Trump claims UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will step down, with a decision set to be made as early as Monday.
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Vance hails 'historic' first meeting in US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland
United States Vice President JD Vance hailed a "historic" first meeting that saw "progress" as US-Iran peace talks began at a Swiss mountaintop resort on Sunday.
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UAE strongly condemns Iranian drone attacks on BahrainThe UAE has strongly condemned the hostile drone attacks by Iran that targeted Bahrain early Saturday.
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Sheikh Abdullah underscores support for Lebanon's unity during call with Dr. SalamSheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has welcomed the signing of a framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon during a call with Lebanese Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam.
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UAE, Egyptian Foreign Ministers discuss regional developmentsSheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed ways to enhance efforts to safeguard regional peace during talks with his Egyptian counterpart Dr. Badr Abdelatty.
