Genesis Minerals has launched a takeover offer valuing Australian gold producer Vault Minerals at A$5.6 bln (US$3.9 bln), offering A$5.274 per share — a 15.7% premium to Vault’s prior close and roughly 6% above Regis Resources’ all‑share bid from May.

中國地震臺網正式測定：07月06日03時23分在新疆喀什地區伽師縣（北緯39.45度，東經77.49度）發生3.0級地震，震源深度26千米。

The Israeli Defense Forces said earlier today it detained dozens of settlement activists who tried to cross into Syria and handed them to police for questioning. The activists, who call themselves 'Bashan Pioneers', have made repeated crossing attempts over the past year and press for establishing settlements in the area; they have support from some lawmakers. The IDF described the incident as a serious criminal act that endangered soldiers and civilians.