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Anti-independence bloc leads New Caledonia poll

Jun 29, 2026

Noumea [New Caledonia], June 29: An anti-independence coalition has come out ahead in New Caledonia's long-delayed provincial elections, but has failed to secure a governing majority, leaving a small minority party to decide who will run the French-ruled territory in the southwest Pacific.

Saudi Aramco helicopter crash kills 14 on bord

Jun 29, 2026

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], June 29: A helicopter has crashed in Saudi Arabia killing all 14 people on board, state media reported, citing an official source at the energy ministry. The helicopter belonging to the Saudi Aramco oil company crashed in Ras Tanura at around 6am (03:00 GMT). The dead were all Saudi nationals, reported the SPA state news agency. An investigation is underway to determine the cause and condolences have been sent to the families of those killed.

Iraq arrests several officials, lawmakers

Jun 29, 2026

Baghdad [Iraq], June 29: Several people were arrested on suspicion of corruption during overnight raids in the government district of Baghdad, local media reported on Sunday. Prolonged bursts of gunfire could be heard in videos shared online showing tanks and military vehicles in the Green Zone, where government buildings and embassies are located. More than eight people were arrested, local media reported. Some reports suggested as many as 15 arrests, including top politicians and officials.