Will the Houthi attacks activate the Mecca Pact?

If there is a Saudi request, Pakistan and Turkiye will intervene, but direct involvement in the Yemen war is unlikely.
DR Congo’s worst Ebola epidemic ever passes 7,000 cases

DRC detected the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo virus in mid-May; nearly 3,400 people have since died.
US court rejects Trump’s emergency order keeping Michigan coal plant open

The ruling says the Energy Department exceeded its authority by extending the plant’s operation.
At least seven killed in fire at prison in northern Syria

Inmates rioted following protests in the city of Kobane over the killing of former Kurdish fighter, state media reports.
Danish FA allege FIFA Legal Committee evaded questions on Infantino’s plan

FIFA Legal Committee accused of evading questions on controversial World Cup proposal put forward by Gianni Infantino.
Police in Barcelona clash with Catalan national day activists

Spanish police charged at left-wing protesters in Barcelona on Catalonia's National Day.
Iranian official tells Al Jazeera IAEA ruling was imposed by US and Israel

Iranian official tells Al Jazeera an IAEA resolution on Tehran’s nuclear safeguards was ‘imposed’ by the US and Israel
England survive Pakistan scare to seal 3-0 Test series sweep

England overcome early tremors to win third Test against Pakistan by eight wickets, clinching a series whitewash.
Trump says a unified Ireland would be ‘fantastic’ during Irish visit

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham maintains there is not enough popular support for Northern Ireland to leave the UK.
Iran-backed Houthis seize strategic Mayun Island: Can they hold it?

The takeover solidifies the group's position in the Bab al-Mandeb, but holding it long-term could be difficult.