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French national Louis Arnaud returned to France on Thursday after being held in an Iranian prison for over 20 months, accused of participating in nationwide protests. Arnaud was welcomed at Paris-Le-Bourget airport by his family, with French Foreign Affairs Minister Stéphane Séjourné also in attendance. French President Emmanuel Macron announced Arnaud’s release on social media platform X, expressing gratitude to …

Hezbollah launched coordinated rocket and drone attacks on multiple Israeli military bases and positions on Thursday, following the death of one of its senior commanders in an Israeli airstrike. In a statement, Hezbollah detailed that the assault involved “rockets and drones targeting six military barracks and sites” while also deploying “squadrons of explosive-laden drones” against three additional Israeli bases. These …

On Thursday, the UK introduced numerous new sanctions to hamper Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, including targeting Moscow’s primary stock exchange. This move came a day after the US announced similar measures. The UK outlined 50 new restrictions as part of a “coordinated action with G7 partners,” coinciding with the Western-led bloc’s leaders’ meeting in Italy. These sanctions aim to …

Tesla shareholders are set to decide on an all-stock compensation package for CEO Elon Musk, which was previously dismissed by a Delaware judge. Approving this package would likely ensure Musk’s continued leadership at Tesla, where he has driven the company to the forefront of electric vehicles and is now focusing on AI and robotics, including autonomous vehicles, which he claims …

The professional footballers’ unions of England (PFA) and France (UNFP) brought FIFA to court in Brussels on Thursday, May 13, challenging the scheduling set by the world football governing body, particularly concerning the new Club World Cup in 2025. The unions argue that the expanded Club World Cup, scheduled to take place in the United States in June and July …

Former Roma coach Paulo Fonseca is set to return to Italy as the new head coach of AC Milan, as announced by the Serie A runners-up on Thursday. “Milan’s new coach will be Paulo Fonseca,” stated former Milan forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic, representing the club owner, at a press conference. Fonseca, 51, has signed a three-year contract with Milan after his …

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is set to receive a contract extension as the club plans to retain him for the 2024-25 season. Despite earlier rumors of his potential dismissal, it was confirmed on Wednesday (June 12) that Ten Hag will remain with the team after meeting with the club owners in France at the beginning of the month. …

El Salvador El Salvador will be looking to build on their recent success following a 3-1 victory over St Vincent & Grenadines in the WC Qualifiers – N & C America. Nelson Bonilla was the standout player, scoring in the 83rd minute. However, El Salvador’s defense has been a point of concern recently, as they have failed to keep a …