Qatar National Library Project steps up efforts to combat illicit trade in cultural heritage
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Library's "Himaya" project has strengthened efforts to combat the illicit trafficking of cultural property and protect documentary heritage from theft and smuggling through specialist training, international cooperation and the documentation of historical collections. La»»»
Qatar National Library project steps up efforts to combat illicit trade in cultural heritage
DOHA Qatar National Library's 'Himaya'project has strengthened efforts to combat the illicit trafficking of cultural property and protect documentary heritage from theft and smuggling through specialist training, international cooperation and the documentation of historical collections. Launched in»»»
Europe...:French Exports to Algeria Plunge Amid Diplomatic D...
By Staff, Agencies French exporters are losing access to the Algerian market as authorities in Algiers restrict imports from France amid an escalating diplomatic dispute, Le Monde reported on Friday. French exports fell 34% year-on-year to €466 million ($515 million) in August and September, accord»»»
FTAV, IATA ink partnership agreement to facilitate access to GoLite accreditation
Tunis, Nov.13 (TAP) - A partnership agreement was inked Thursday in Tunis between the Tunisian Federation of Travel and Tourism Agencies (FTAV) and the International Air Transport Association (IATA), represented by its Area Manager for Morocco,...»»»
OpenAI increases its ChatGPT Ads presence in 44 countries through an exclusive reseller partnership with Aleph
Dubai: OpenAI increases its ChatGPT Ads presence into 44 countries through an exclusive reseller partnership with Aleph. Starting today, brands and agencies across 14 markets in Latin America, 16 in Europe and Central Asia, 10 in the Middle East and Africa, and 4 in Asia-Pacific can contract, pay a»»»
Qatar Museums volunteers return from Marrakech after ten days supporting women’s economic empowerment
Doha, Qatar: A delegation of 26 volunteers from Qatar Museums (QM) and the Community College of Qatar has returned to Doha after a ten-day community programme in Marrakech, Morocco. From October 22 to 31, 2026, the volunteers worked alongside the Amal Centre for Women’s Empowerment in Targa to stre»»»
Amir attends COP31, underscoring Qatar’s climate commitment
Antalya: Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani participated in the opening session of the 31st Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), held yesterday in Antalya, the Republic of Turkiye. The opening session was attended by a number of Their »»»
Global performances, Saudi traditions take center stage at Riyadh Season
RIYADH: From Gulf theater productions and international cultural performances to traditional Saudi arts, Riyadh Season 2026 is showcasing a diverse entertainment program across the capital, with more attractions set to open throughout November. The seventh edition of Riyadh Season, which began on O»»»
Amir's participation in Leaders' Summit in Turkiye reflects Qatar's vision that addressing climate change requires shared international responsibility
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani will participate in the World Leaders Summit, held on Nov. 11-12 in Antalya, Turkiye, as part of the 31st session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31), under the auspices of Pre»»»
Morocco sweep titles as Al Kaabi wins silver at Arab Golf Championships
Doha, Qatar: Morocco swept all four individual and team titles at the 45th Arab Golf Championships, while Qatar’s Saleh Ali Al Kaabi claimed the men’s individual silver medal as the four-day competition concluded at Doha Golf Club yesterday. Morocco’s Reda El Hali secured the men’s individual title»»»
Over 260 arrested in Interpol migrant smuggling crackdown
LYON: More than 260 people were arrested and 41 migrant-smuggling networks between Africa and Europe were identified during an operation involving police forces from multiple countries, Interpol said on Tuesday. The four-day operation, dubbed Communis Maris (“Common Sea” in Latin), was conducted fr»»»
Migrant boat sinks off Senegal, killing at least 34 people, authorities say
A boat carrying migrants along the hazardous Atlantic Ocean route from West Africa to Europe sank off the coast of Senegal, killed at least 34 people, authorities said Sunday. Only one survivor has so far been found, and "an indeterminate number" are still missing. A small boat carrying migrants sa»»»
Morocco, UAE golfers shine as Arab Championships continue in Doha
Doha, Qatar: The 45th Arab Golf Championship continued at Doha Golf Club, with Morocco leading the men’s individual standings and the UAE topping the team competition after the third day of action. Morocco’s Reda El Hali maintained his lead in the men’s individual event, moving to 10-under-par 206.»»»
Five Arab novels that paint an AI-dominated future
Technological advances and artificial intelligence have crept into virtually every aspect of cultural, political, and social life, reshaping how we live, work, and interact. As these technologies reshape the present, questions about their future implications are becoming increasingly urgent. Scienc»»»
Five Arab novels that paint an AI future
Technological advances and artificial intelligence have crept into virtually every aspect of cultural, political, and social life, reshaping how we live, work, and interact. As these technologies reshape the present, questions about their future implications are becoming increasingly urgent. Scienc»»»
Zionist Entity:“Walla”: US Prepares Foreign Troop Deployment...
By Staff, Agencies The United States is accelerating military preparations near the Gaza Strip ahead of the planned deployment of an international stabilization force inside the besieged Palestinian territory, amid reported concerns within the “Israeli” military establishment over the force’s poten»»»
Death toll from migrant boat found with bodies on board south of Greece increases to 14
ATHENS: Greek authorities recovered 13 bodies from a boat carrying migrants found sailing south of Greece’s island of Crete early Monday, while one of the 18 other people rescued from the same vessel was later confirmed dead at a health center in Crete, the coast guard said. There was no immediate »»»
At least 35 killed in migrant boat sinking off Senegal
Search continues after migrant boat capsizes, killing dozens near Senegal A small boat carrying migrants sank off northwestern Senegal, killing at least 35 people in the latest tragedy along the dangerous Atlantic Ocean route from Africa to Europe, emergency services told AFP on Sunday. Along this »»»
DFF announces Ajyal Film Competition line-up
Tribune News Network Doha Doha Film Festival (DFF), presented by Doha Film Institute (DFI), has announced the selection for the 2026 Ajyal Film Competition, bringing together 17 films that celebrate imagination, curiosity and creative spirit of young people. Featuring five feature films and 12 shor»»»
Migrant boat sinks off Senegal, 34 killed: authorities
DAKAR: A small boat carrying migrants sank off northwestern Senegal, killing 34 people in the latest tragedy along the dangerous Atlantic Ocean route from Africa to Europe, the authorities said Sunday. It was the latest disaster on a route where thousands have died in recent years trying to reach S»»»
China PR team arrives in Qatar for FIFA U-17 World Cup
Doha, Qatar: The U-17 national team of People’s Republic of China (China PR) arrived in Doha, Qatar, ahead of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026, that is taking place from November 19 to December 13. China PR have been drawn into Group H, with Spain, Fiji and Morocco. They kick off their FIFA U-17 »»»
Doha Film Festival announces Ajyal Film Competition line up, honours the Power of Youth and Cinema
Doha, Qatar: Doha Film Festival (DFF), presented by Doha Film Institute (DFI), today announced the selection for the 2026 Ajyal Film Competition, bringing together 17 films that celebrate the imagination, curiosity and creative spirit of young people. Featuring five feature films and 12 short films»»»
Arab Championships: El Hali takes early lead at Doha Golf Club
Doha, Qatar: Morocco’s Reda El Hali surged to the top of the men’s individual leaderboard yesterday with a five-under-par round as Qatar made its hosting debut at the 45th Arab Men’s and 17th Arab Women’s Golf Championships in Doha. The tournament, running through Tuesday at Doha Golf Club, feature»»»
Is Israel ready for its first non-Ashkenazi prime minister?
Donald Trump and his MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement were well beaten in the US midterm elections, but the impact of another consequential election just a few days earlier is still to be decided. Israelis went to the polls on 27 October and gave neither big ‘bloc’ of parties a parliamentar»»»
Canary island calls for help with migrant influx
BARCELONA: Spanish authorities on one of the Canary Islands declared an emergency on Saturday after a surge in migrant boat arrivals, demanding government assistance to cope with the influx. “We are very concerned... by this sharp increase in arrivals,” Alpidio Armas, head of the governing council »»»
One-way ticket: Why are some Westerners looking east for somewhere to call home?
RIYADH: When Alejandro Diaz-Patch left France for the Middle East, he intended to stay for just one year to study Arabic. Instead, he stayed for decades. “The only problem is that I left and never came back. It was a one-way ticket,” he told Arab News. Diaz-Patch’s life has unfolded across cultures»»»
Syria, Morocco discuss strengthening bilateral relations
Damascus, Nov. 7 (SANA) Arab Affairs Advisor at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Mohammad Taha al-Ahmad met Saturday with Morocco’s Chargé d’Affaires in Damascus Abdullah Babah at the ministry’s headquarters in Damascus. The two sides discussed bilateral relations between the two cou»»»
Morocco celebrates 51st anniversary of Western Sahara takeover as UN mission ends
LAAYOUNE, Western Sahara: Morocco on Friday commemorated the Green March, the 1975 mass mobilization into then-Spanish-controlled Western Sahara that helped pave the way for Morocco’s takeover of most of the disputed territory. The 51st anniversary came as the decades-old conflict enters a new dipl»»»
French rapper set for release from Morocco jail after term reduced
RABAT: A Moroccan court reduced French rapper Maes’s prison sentence over charges including attempted kidnapping from seven years to one, his lawyer said Friday. Moroccan news site Medias 24 reported that Maes — who has roots in Morocco and whose real name is Walid Georgey — was expected to be rele»»»
Morocco celebrates anniversary of Western Sahara takeover as UN mission ends
Morocco on Friday commemorated the Green March, the 1975 mass mobilization into then-Spanish controlled Western Sahara that helped pave the way for Morocco's takeover of most of the disputed territory. The anniversary comes as the decades-old conflict enters a new diplomatic phase as a U.N. peaceke»»»
QF’s QSTP, TotalEnergies bring global WaterTech innovators together for Final Showcase
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP), a member of Qatar Foundation, in partnership with TotalEnergies, has hosted the Final Showcase of the QSTP, TotalEnergies WaterTech Accelerator at QSTP in Doha. Following its virtual phase, the accelerator brought its cohort of 11 gr»»»
Algeria’s Niger deployment comes with serious risks
For the first time since 1973, an Algerian military convoy has crossed into neighbouring Niger, after parliamentary approval was given for the deployment of the army beyond the country’s borders. In agreement with Nigerien authorities, the troops have begun securing oil-tanker convoys and protectin»»»
‘Qatar is leading destination for international arbitration’
Doha, Qatar: The first day of the Sixth World Conference on International Arbitration featured four specialised sessions addressing key developments in international arbitration, including the relationship between the judiciary and arbitral institutions, innovation in arbitral proceedings, investme»»»
Woman, 22, dies after alleged attack by husband in Tunisia; suspect also reported dead
Police found the victim critically injured during a raid targeting her husband in Tunisia Tunisia: A 22-year-old mother of three has died after a violent assault allegedly carried out by her husband at their home in Tunisia, with the suspect also reported to have died after being taken into custody»»»
Russian Flag Raised in Western Sahara in Gratitude for Russia’s Stance at UN
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian flag was raised in the territory of Western Sahara controlled by the Polisario Front in gratitude for Russia's position on the Western Sahara conflict in the UN Security Council, Mohamed Yeslem Beissat, head of the Polisario Front delegation that visited Moscow this s»»»
QC distributes food baskets to flood-hit families in Morocco
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity has continued its humanitarian efforts to support families affected by floods and those most in need in Morocco. With support from generous donors, it carried out a food relief campaign in Tata Province, benefiting approximately 9,744 people. Qatar Charity di»»»
UN’s peacekeeping mission in disputed Western Sahara ends after 35 years
The 35-year-old UN peacekeeping mission in the disputed Western Sahara region came to an end Sunday after the Security Council failed to renew its mandate. Morocco, which claims the region as its own, welcomed the decision, while its opponents from the Algeria-backed Polisario Front called »»»
UN Peacekeeping Mission in Western Sahara to Begin Phased Withdrawal - UN Spokesman
UNITED NATIONS (Sputnik) - The United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO) will conduct a phased withdrawal of peacekeepers and equipment, UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said on Monday. On Saturday, MINURSO's mandate expired after not being renewed by the UN Security Counc»»»
Spain deports African, Asian asylum seekers to Morocco amid rights group outcry
MADRID: Spain has returned to Morocco more than a dozen sub-Saharan African and Asian migrants who reached the Spanish enclave of Ceuta and were turned down for asylum, the first deportation of its kind from the enclave since a mass border crossing in July. The Interior Ministry said the group had »»»
Art Maze brings the soul of Moroccan craftsmanship to Bab Mansour
Celebrating the art of Moroccan Zellige and gypsum craftsmanship through interiors Art Maze, a UAE-based specialist in authentic Moroccan craftsmanship and bespoke architectural interior solutions, proudly highlights its contribution to Bab Mansour, bringing the richness of traditional Moroccan art»»»
As peacekeepers leave Western Sahara, refugees yearn to end a half-century wait
TINDOUF: At 51, Binina Mohamed is as old as the conflict that drove her from the Western Sahara region into a refugee camp in southern Algeria, where she has spent her life among tens of thousands of others facing a similar fate. The confrontation over her native land, often described as Africa’s l»»»
UN’s peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years following US-Russia standoff
CASABLANCA, Morocco: The UN’s long-running peacekeeping mission for the disputed Western Sahara ceased operations Sunday after 35 years, as a result of a US-Russia standoff at UN headquarters over the territory’s future. The end of the mission raises concerns about stability in the region. Rich in »»»
UN’s peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara ends after 35 years following US-Russia standoff
CASABLANCA, Morocco: The UN’s long-running peacekeeping mission for the disputed Western Sahara ceased operations Sunday after 35 years, as a result of a US-Russia standoff at UN headquarters over the territory’s future. The end of the mission raises concerns about stability in the region. Rich in »»»
More than 130 migrants rescued off Mauritania
NOUAKCHOTT: Mauritania’s navy has rescued 134 people on a boat trying to get to Spain’s Canary Islands, the military said in a statement on Sunday. The migrants — 118 men, 14 women and two children, of different nationalities — were picked up off the coast from the port city of Nouadhibou on Saturd»»»
Morocco jails cartoonist Yasser Mounbir over caricatures of King Mohammed VI
Rights groups demand release of cartoonist convicted under strict speech laws Rabat: A Moroccan court sentenced a young cartoonist to four years in prison for "insulting the king" over caricatures he drew of King Mohammed VI, his lawyer said Sunday. Lawyer Farouk Mehdaoui said 22-year-old Yasser Mo»»»
Bayern's Saibari sidelined after ankle surgery
Munich, Germany: Morocco international Ismael Saibari is set for a spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on Sunday on his right ankle, his club Bayern Munich said in a statement. Saibari was subbed out in the 29th minute in Saturday's 2-2 home draw with Borussia Dortmund after colliding w»»»
Senegal kicks off Africa's first ever Olympics with Youth Games
The 2026 Youth Olympic Games opened on Saturday in the Senegalese capital Dakar in the first-ever Olympics to be held on African soil. It comes as the continent seeks a bigger role in international sporting competitions. The 2026 Youth Olympic Games opened in Senegal on Saturday, the first Olympic »»»
Saudi encyclopedia introduces young readers to Kingdom’s history and culture
JEDDAH: A nine-volume encyclopedia published by King Abdulaziz Public Library aims to strengthen children’s national identity and introduce them to Saudi Arabia’s history, geography and cultural diversity. The “Encyclopedia of Saudi Arabia for Children and Young People,” designed for readers aged 9»»»
Syria takes part in regional financial oversight conference in Tunisia
Tunis, Oct. 31 (SANA) A delegation from Syria’s Central Organization for Financial Control, headed by its President Mohammad Omar Qadid, participated in the closing regional conference of the “Sharaka 2” project and the launch of the new phase of “Sharaka 3,” organized by the Netherlands Court of A»»»
Rival US and Russia resolutions on disputed Western Sahara are defeated in UN Security Council
UNITED NATIONS: Russia vetoed a US-drafted resolution Friday that would have supported Morocco’s demand for sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara and ended the UN’s 35-year peacekeeping mission, which was charged with helping to prepare a referendum on the future of the mineral-rich territor»»»