UN chief backs Pakistan mediation efforts, urges US and Iran to end Gulf conflict

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Pakistan test-fires ‘extended version’ of Fatah-4 cruise missile

• Fatah-4 is designed to fly at low altitudes to help it evade enemy air defense, missile interception systems
• Military says the test validated additional technical parameters of various sub-systems for improved accuracy

By Arab News Pakistan · 6 October 2026

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New Saudi ambassador to France presents credentials to President Emmanuel Macron

• Faisal Al-Mejfel arrived in Paris in July to assume his diplomatic duties, which also include serving as nonresident ambassador to Monaco

By Arab News · 7 October 2026

Israel carried out 26 Al-Aqsa incursions, banned 150 calls to prayer at Ibrahimi Mosque in September: ministry

• The ministry said the figures reflected increasing restrictions and religious activity at two of the most sensitive Muslim holy sites in the occupied Palestinian territories

By Arab News · 7 October 2026

Most families of US troops killed in the Iran war’s deadliest attack won’t be at White House event

• The war, launched Feb. 28, has claimed the lives of 19 US troops and wounded more than 800 others

By AP · 7 October 2026

Saudi event ticket volumes rebound 34% in summer as market broadens: report 

By Donia Diaaeddine · 6 October 2026

Ronaldo accuses coach Jesus of broken promises but leaves Portugal return open

• Ronaldo claims he was told he would play against Norway but was not called onto the field
• He stated that he has always respected Jesus' decisions and did not demand playing time

By Arab News Pakistan · 7 October 2026