Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1105, Rashi, French rabbi and commentator (born 1040) passed away. In 1932, Hubert Reeves, Canadian-French astrophysicist and author (died 2023) was born. In 1956, The Dartmouth workshop is the first conference on artificial intelligence. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 2008, Battle of Wanat begins when Taliban and al-Qaeda guerrillas attack US Army and Afghan National Army troops in Afghanistan. The U.S. deaths were, at that time, the most in a single battle since the beginning of operations in 2001. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2012, Richard D. Zanuck, American film producer (born 1934) passed away. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. In 2020, Grant Imahara, American electrical engineer, roboticist, and television host (born 1970) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Horizons Middle East & Africa 7/8/2026 (Video)

Bloomberg

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July 8, 2026

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Bloomberg

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· Jun 24, 2026

Horizons Middle East & Africa 6/24/2026 (Video)

Horizons Middle East & Africa 6/24/2026 (Video)

BOL News

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· Jun 24, 2026

The Middle East and the Historic Turning Point

The Middle East may indeed be approaching a historic turning point. The post The Middle East and the Historic Turning Point appeared first on BOL News.

Middle East News 247

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· Jul 7, 2026

ACHEMA Middle East rescheduled to October 2027 to underscore the importance of launch edition

Following a strategic review of market conditions and the regional business environment, Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia together with DECHEMA has announced that the inaugural edition of ACHEMA Middle East will now take place from 11–13 October 2027 at Riyadh Front Exhibition Conference Center. Reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s growing role as a global hub for industrial [] The post ACHEMA Middle East rescheduled to October 2027 to underscore the importance of launch edition appeared first on Middle East News 247.

Syrian Arab News Agency

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· Jul 7, 2026

Interior Minister: sabotage acts will not affect determination to safeguard stability

Damascus, July 7 (SANA) Syrian Interior Minister Anas Khattab said on Tuesday that French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Damascus marks a historic milestone in Syria’s path toward greater openness and international cooperation. It sends a clear message that Syria is moving forward into a new phase. “We are working with determination and resolve to []

Jewish News Syndicate

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· Jul 13, 2026

Is the Middle East entering a new era?

Is the Middle East entering a new era?

UrduPoint

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· Jun 21, 2026

Forbes Middle East Building The Future Summit to take place in Abu Dhabi on June 23–24

Forbes Middle East Building The Future Summit to take place in Abu Dhabi on June 23–24

Daily Sabah

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· Jun 21, 2026

Guns have fallen silent, yet crisis is far from over

The Middle East is once again at a critical turning point. The 60-day ceasefire agreement reached between the U.S. and Iran appears, at first glance, to be a development that has b...

Radio Tamazuj

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· Jul 8, 2026

Opinion: 15 years later: The future is still in our hands

As we celebrate the 15th anniversary of our independence, every South Sudanese should ask one The post Opinion: 15 years later: The future is still in our hands appeared first on Radio Tamazuj.

Libyan News Agency

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· Jun 23, 2026

Al-Menfi discusses with the ambassadors of Algeria, Egypt and Tunisia support for stability and a roadmap to end the transitional phase

Al-Menfi / Discusses / Ambassadors / Algeria / Egypt / Tunisia / Support / Stability / Roadmap / End / Transitional Phase

AllAfrica

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· Jun 22, 2026

Africa: All of Africa Today - June 22, 2026

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Vanguard News

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· Jul 11, 2026

UK updates list of countries that need visas for entry

Updated on July 10, 2026, the list includes countries in Africa, Asia, Middle East, South America, Central America, the Caribbean and Europe. The post UK updates list of countries that need visas for entry appeared first on Vanguard News.

Libya Review

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· Jun 30, 2026

Libya’s Al-Kufra to Host First Heritage and Book Fair in 40 Years

Libya’s southeastern city of Kufra is preparing to host the second edition of its Heritage and Book Fair in an expanded format, with the event scheduled to open on 23 July amid growing interest from cultural and literary communities. Rashid Rafea Saeed, head of the exhibition’s preparatory committee, said preparations were progressing smoothly and according [] The post Libya’s Al-Kufra to Host First Heritage and Book Fair in 40 Years appeared first on LibyaReview.

The Media Line

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· Jun 23, 2026

Facing the Middle East, Episode 22: Campus Israel, Prayer, and Smart Mobility

This edition of Facing the Middle East with [] The post Facing the Middle East, Episode 22: Campus Israel, Prayer, and Smart Mobility appeared first on The Media Line.

Iran Herald

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· Jul 12, 2026

Regional tensions escalate as Iran targets Gulf nations; OIC and neighbors condemn "flagrant" attacks

Jeddah [Saudi Arabia], July 13 (ANI): A wave of regional instability has gripped the Middle East following reports of widespread Iranian attacks targeting multiple Gulf nations in response to US strikes in Tehran, drawing sharp condemnation from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and triggering formal diplomatic protests as the standoff on the Strait of Hormuz continues. In a statement issued on Sunda

GiveMeSport

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· Jul 9, 2026

Best African Performances in World Cup History

From Roger Milla's iconic Cameroon side of 1990 to Morocco's ground-breaking 2022 campaign, here is a history of the African nations at the World Cup

Qatar News Agency

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· Jun 28, 2026

Israeli Forces Carry out Incursion into Southern Syria's Western Daraa Province

Damascus, June 28 (QNA) - The Israeli occupation forces have advanced in the Yarmouk Basin area of the western Daraa province in southern Syria.

Modern Diplomacy

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· Jun 27, 2026

Africa Takes Centre Stage as Addis Ababa Hosts the World Public Summit

For the first time in its history, the World Public Summit will be held on the African continent. On 29–30 July 2026, Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, will host the World Public Summit. Africa — “A New World: Africa in Shaping a Shared Future.” The Summit is organized by the World Peoples Assembly in [] The post Africa Takes Centre Stage as Addis Ababa Hosts the World Public Summit appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Sky News Australia

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· Jul 12, 2026

Middle East on the verge of returning to ‘all-out war’

Sky News host James Macpherson says the Middle East is on the verge of returning to “all-out war”.

Arutz Sheva

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· Jul 13, 2026

The world is reverting to its original shape.

For most of recorded history, the center of global gravity lay in Asia. Now the old order seems to be returning. Opinion.

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Related coverage for "Horizons Middle East & Africa 7/8/2026 (Video)": Bloomberg — Horizons Middle East & Africa 6/24/2026 (Video). BOL News — The Middle East and the Historic Turning Point. Middle East News 247 — ACHEMA Middle East rescheduled to October 2027 to underscore the importance of launch edition. Syrian Arab News Agency — Interior Minister: sabotage acts will not affect determination to safeguard stability. Jewish News Syndicate — Is the Middle East entering a new era?. UrduPoint — Forbes Middle East Building The Future Summit to take place in Abu Dhabi on June 23–24. Daily Sabah — Guns have fallen silent, yet crisis is far from over. Radio Tamazuj — Opinion: 15 years later: The future is still in our hands. Libyan News Agency — Al-Menfi discusses with the ambassadors of Algeria, Egypt and Tunisia support for stability and a roadmap to end the transitional phase. AllAfrica — Africa: All of Africa Today - June 22, 2026. Vanguard News — UK updates list of countries that need visas for entry. Libya Review — Libya’s Al-Kufra to Host First Heritage and Book Fair in 40 Years. The Media Line — Facing the Middle East, Episode 22: Campus Israel, Prayer, and Smart Mobility. Iran Herald — Regional tensions escalate as Iran targets Gulf nations; OIC and neighbors condemn "flagrant" attacks . GiveMeSport — Best African Performances in World Cup History. Qatar News Agency — Israeli Forces Carry out Incursion into Southern Syria's Western Daraa Province. Modern Diplomacy — Africa Takes Centre Stage as Addis Ababa Hosts the World Public Summit. Sky News Australia — Middle East on the verge of returning to ‘all-out war’. Arutz Sheva — The world is reverting to its original shape.