Doha, Qatar: In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the State of Qatar is following with keen interest the developments and ongoing events in the sisterly Republic of Yemen. The statement added that “Qatar affirms its full support for the legitimate Yemeni gover»»»

Deep-sea search specialist Ocean Infinity resumed its search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 nearly a dozen years after it disappeared over the Indian Ocean with 239 passengers and crew aboard. File Photo by Fazry Ismail/EPA Dec. 30 (UPI) -- The deep-sea search specialists at Ocean Infinity resume»»»

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Russia, the US and Ukraine agree that a deal on ending almost four years of full-scale war is edging closer but, in the words of President Donald Trump, "one or two very thorny, very tough issues" remain. Two of the trickiest issues in Washington's 20-point plan involve territory and the fate of Eu»»»

Cairo: The Arab League has expressed deep concern over what it described as dangerous and rapidly unfolding developments in Yemen, following the Southern Transitional Council's refusal to comply with demands from the Presidential Leadership Council. In a statement on Tuesday, the Secretary-General »»»

BusinessGlobal issuesWhat challenges does the world economy face in 2026?Srinivas MazumdaruFrom trade tensions and high debt burdens to fears of an AI stocks bubble, the global economy will face an array of risks that could dampen growth in the new year. https://p.dw.com/p/55gqlThe OECD says the wo»»»

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov has expressed deep concern over reports of an attack on the state residence of President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin in Novgorod Oblast. The president’s press secretary, Askat Alagozov, reported. According to him, such incidents cause seri»»»

For Alexandru Manea, CEO & Founder of Monarc Development, CEO & Founder of ANG I Forbes Global Properties, and Owner of Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences Mamaia, 2025 marked a shift from vision to large-scale execution, highlighted by the evolution of Romania’s first global branded-residences project»»»

Saudi Arabia has backed a demand from Yemen's presidential council for the United Arab Emirates to withdraw within 24 hours, after a Saudi-led coalition bombed what it said was a weapons shipment for UAE-backed separatists at the port of Mukalla. The Saudi foreign ministry accused the UAE of "press»»»

Dubai: Dubai is set to become the global hub for content creators as the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit kicks off on January 9, 2026. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the thr»»»

Dubai: The Dubai Event Security Committee (ESC) has urged residents and visitors planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve to strictly follow instructions issued by police officers and field teams, as the emirate prepares to host festivities at 40 locations. The Committee said adherence to safety guidel»»»

Moscow: Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service in Belarus, Russia’s Defence Ministry said Tuesday, as the US.efforts to broker a deal to end the nearly four-year war in Ukraine have entered a pivotal stage. The ministry released a video showing combat vehicles t»»»

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrives for peace talks at U.S. President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, hours before more than 90 Ukrainian drones allegedly targeted Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence in the early hours of Monday. Photo courtesy Ukrainian P»»»

Sharjah: The Sharjah Executive Council (SEC) has approved the formation of an executive committee to oversee the expansion of the Healthy Cities programme across the emirate, as part of broader efforts to enhance quality of life and public health outcomes. The decision was taken during the Council’»»»

The UAE has expressed its deep regret regarding the statement issued by the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the serious inaccuracies it contained concerning the UAE’s role in the ongoing events in the Republic of Yemen. The UAE categorically rejects any attempt to involve its name in the tensi»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian FM Marko Djuric said on Tuesday the arrest of Milan Knezevic, one of the most prominent Serb representatives in Montenegro, was causing serious concern. "Political differences must not be a reason to threaten freedom, rights and dignity. The will of the people and the fundamental»»»

BusinessGlobal issuesWhat are the challenges facing the world economy in 2026?Srinivas MazumdaruFrom trade tensions and high debt burdens to fears of an AI stocks bubble, the global economy will face an array of risks that could dampen growth in the new year. https://p.dw.com/p/55gqlThe OECD says t»»»

Kyrgyzstan will implement artificial intelligence in tax audits in 2026. Salyk Service State Institution announced. Over the past four years, the agency has digitized all types of tax reports and launched remote payment through the cabinet.salyk.kg platform and Salyk mobile app. In 2025, developers»»»

President Donald Trump has stated that US forces destroyed a “big facility” along the shore of Venezuela, marking what appears to be the first known land strike by the US within the country. On Friday, Trump first mentioned the US military action in an interview on WABC radio, saying, “We just knoc»»»

The upcoming adoption of the euro as the national currency in Bulgaria from the beginning of 2026 dominates the news media on Tuesday. Many outlets carry articles with practical tips to help people through the transition, or recall the key steps Bulgaria took to join the eurozone. TRANSITION TO EUR»»»

Dubai: From January 1, 2026, businesses registered with the UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) will no longer need to pay for paper tax certificates, as the Authority shifts fully to free digital registration certificates. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The move falls »»»

Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service, Russia’s Ministry of Defense said Tuesday, as negotiators continue to search for a breakthrough in peace talks to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine. Troops held a brief ceremony to mark the occasion in neighboring Belarus where »»»

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Adylbek Kasymaliev handed over 44 official vehicles to the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the Cabinet of Ministers, the total cost of the vehicles is 92.6 million soms. The vehicles were purchased with public funds and donated to the Ministr»»»

The Romanian and CEE startup ecosystems are set to grow in 2026 following two years of structural changes in the way capital was formed and deployed in the region. Going forward, funds will be looking to startups working on AI-driven B2B software, cybersecurity, and dual-use technology, as well as »»»

The four nonprofit associations that received donations from SkyTower and its main shareholders are Climb Again Association, Mia’s Children Association, SOS Children’s Villages Association, and Autism Voice Association. These contributions highlight SkyTower’s unwavering dedication to community wel»»»

Ras Al Khaimah Police have issued a public safety advisory urging residents and visitors to exercise caution as strong winds and unstable weather conditions affect the emirate. Authorities advised the public to avoid unnecessary outdoor activities, warning that high winds can pose serious risks. Th»»»

Content warning: this article includes details about the impact of conflict on children in war zones and descriptions of injuries that some readers may find distressing. The first thing was that Abdelrahman's dad was killed. The family home was struck by an Israeli air strike. The boy's mum, Asma a»»»

The United States hit and destroyed a docking area for alleged Venezuela drug boats, President Donald Trump said Monday, in what could amount to the first land strike of the military campaign against trafficking from Latin America. The US leader's confirmation of the incident comes as he ramps up a»»»

DOHA: Qatar National Library (QNL) kicks off 2026 with an engaging lineup of programmes designed to inspire learners of all ages, support personal and professional growth, and bring the community together through culture and creativity. Serving as a vibrant hub for lifelong learning and dialogue, Q»»»

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov signed a decree awarding Dai Daougo, General Director of Junxin Huanbao KG Invest company, with Dostuk Order. According to the decree, the state award was granted for his significant contribution to the implementation of a project to construct an eco-t»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited one of the country’s leading defense industrial enterprises, where he reviewed the production of cutting-edge multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS) that are soon to enter service with the main combat units of the Korean People’s Army, KCNA reports. Kim was ac»»»

South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Group, in the current situation, cannot" exercise its right to buy back its former St Petersburg plant due to the Ukraine conflict, with the buyback option expiring in January, US-based Reuters and Russian Tass reported on December 29. »»»

Afghanistan’s Taliban regime has carried out deep cuts to the country’s security forces – a United Nations monitoring report that reveals the move is of particular concern given that at least five Chinese workers were recently killed by assailants said to have crossed into Tajikistan from Afghan bo»»»

Afghanistan’s Taliban regime has carried out deep cuts to the country’s security forces – a United Nations monitoring report that reveals the move is of particular concern given that at least five Chinese workers were recently killed by assailants said to have crossed into Tajikistan from Afghan bo»»»

Riot police deployed tear gas near Tehran's Aladdin mobile phone complex on December 29 as protests by traders and shopkeepers stretched into a second day, spreading across central districts whilst the rial continued its precipitous slide and the government confirmed Central Bank Gov»»»

Protests broke out across Iran on December 29 after the rial slid to a fresh record low against the US dollar, intensifying public anger over soaring prices and prompting the resignation of the central bank governor. Accor»»»

Afghanistan’s Taliban regime has carried out deep cuts to the country’s security forces – a United Nations monitoring report that reveals the move is of particular concern given that at least five Chinese workers were recently killed by assailants said to have crossed into Tajikistan from Afghan bo»»»

Afghanistan’s Taliban regime has carried out deep cuts to the country’s security forces – a United Nations monitoring report that reveals the move is of particular concern given that at least five Chinese workers were recently killed by assailants said to have crossed into Tajikistan from Afghan bo»»»

Russia has said it has concluded its autumn 2025 military draft, calling up 135,000 conscripts for service, whilst President Vladimir Putin signed a decree creating a new target of 261,000 conscripts for 2026, the Defence Ministry and TASS reported on December 29. »»»

Afghanistan’s Taliban regime has carried out deep cuts to the country’s security forces – a United Nations monitoring report that reveals the move is of particular concern given that at least five Chinese workers were recently killed by assailants said to have crossed into Tajikistan from Afghan bo»»»

South Korean automaker Hyundai Motor Group, in the current situation, cannot" exercise its right to buy back its former St Petersburg plant due to the Ukraine conflict, with the buyback option expiring in January, US-based Reuters and Russian Tass reported on December 29. »»»

President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States had destroyed a docking facility used by alleged Venezuelan drug traffickers, marking what appears to be the first land strike in Washington’s expanding pressure campaign on Caracas. The United States has hit and destroyed a docking area for»»»

US President Donald Trump said on Sunday that talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky were moving “very close” to an agreement to end the war in Ukraine, though both leaders acknowledged that major sticking points, including territory and security guarantees, remain unresolved. US Preside»»»

In December, securities issues of a number of strategic state-owned enterprises and private companies were registered. The Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service of Kyrgyzstan reported. Key players in the financial and energy sectors completed the state registration procedure. Specific»»»

Control over the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in east Ukraine has remained one of the main sticking points in peace negotiations since Russia took control of it in March 2022. Zaporizhzhia's proximity to the front lines has sparked international fears for the safety and stability of the nuclear»»»

The US has offered Ukraine "solid" security guarantees for the next 15 years with the possibility of an extension, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday after talks with the US president at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida. Kyiv is seeking guarantees for a longer time period. Z»»»

UAE Civil Defence has carried out a nationwide strategic emergency exercise in cooperation with Etihad Rail and the Ministry of Interior, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen national readiness and enhance coordination among emergency response agencies. The large-scale drill brought together se»»»

China has proposed strict new rules for artificial intelligence (AI) to provide safeguards for children and prevent chatbots from offering advice that could lead to self-harm or violence. Under the planned regulations, developers will also need to ensure their AI models do not generate content that»»»

A pillowy-soft naan - a leavened flatbread popular in South Asia - paired with rich, creamy butter chicken gravy is one of the most popular comfort foods in the region, and it's also one of the most popular Indian dishes abroad. And while the tangy, aromatic gravy is often considered the show steal»»»

In the deserts of Hail in northern Saudi Arabia, where rugged mountains border a climate that turns mild in summer and biting in winter, an unlikely agricultural success story has emerged. From sandy soil that appears unforgiving at first glance, uniform potatoes are harvested to meet the exacting »»»