Iran Pounds US Bases in Region, Closes Strait of Hormuz in Retaliation of New US Attacks
Iranian forces have launched coordinated missile and drone strikes against US military facilities in Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman as they closed the Strait of Hormuz until further notice in response to continued American assaults on southern Iran. In a statement early on Sunday, the Islamic Re»»»
Pakistan urges restraint and de-escalation after U.S. strikes on Iran
Islamabad, July 12 (SANA) Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar called on all parties to exercise restraint and pursue de-escalation following U.S. military strikes on Iran, saying dialogue and diplomacy remain the only path to resolving conflicts and achieving lasting regional peace.Accor»»»
Lebanese official confirms country's participation in Rome talks with Israel
A Lebanese official told AFP that Lebanon would take part in planned talks with Israel next week in Rome, after Beirut had previously conditioned participation on Israel withdrawing from certain areas it occupies in the south. The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that "Lebano»»»
India says 10 rescued, one missing after vessel attacked off Oman
New Delhi, India: India said on Sunday that 11 of its nationals were on a vessel that was struck in waters east of Oman as Iran and the United States traded fresh fire. "Of the 11 Indian nationals on board, 10 have been rescued so far, while one Indian national is reportedly missing," the Indian fo»»»
Iran’s Ghalibaf: Era of One-Sided Deals is Over
Iran’s chief negotiator and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says the era of one-sided deals is over, warning that parties must honor their commitments or face the consequences of failing to do so. In a post on X on Sunday, Ghalibaf wrote, “The era of one-sided deals is OVER. We told you»»»
Iran strikes Gulf neighbors after new US attacks
Tehran announced it was closing the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday and launched missiles and drones at its Gulf neighbours, in retaliation for new U.S. strikes following an attack by Iranian forces on a merchant vessel that was abandoned in flames by its crew. Sirens and explosions were heard in Qatar,»»»
Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani: Architect of Modern Qatar
Dubai: Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar who transformed the Gulf nation into a major global player in energy, diplomacy, media and international investment, has died at the age of 74, Qatar’s state news agency announced on Sunday. No cause of death was immediately given. »»»
Philippines: Why a century-old hydropower system that once powered Baguio remains silent
Manila: A century after it helped electrify Baguio City, the Philippines' summer capital, the historic Asin Hydropower System remains idle. Now, it's caught in a web of legal disputes, regulatory hurdles and competing claims over land and water. The latest setback came this week when the Baguio Cit»»»
Why the US-Iran conflict flared again: The real trigger
Dubai: The Middle East edged closer to a wider regional conflict on Sunday after Iran struck a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the biggest US military response since the collapse of the ceasefire. American forces launched strikes on about 140 Iranian military targets, while Teh»»»
Funeral prayer for Father Amir to be held after Maghrib prayer
Doha, Qatar: The Amiri Diwan announced that the funeral prayer for the late Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani will be held after Maghrib prayer today, Sunday, July 12, at the Imam Muhammad ibn Abd al-Wahhab Mosque, after which his body will be laid to rest in Lusail Cemetery. The Ami»»»
Institute for Road Safety Urges Probe into Similar Fatal Trakia Motorway Crashes
The Institute for Road Safety (IRT), Bulgaria's leading non-governmental road safety organization, has called in a position, released on Sunday, for an urgent investigation into what it says are striking similarities between two fatal crashes involving heavy trucks on the Trakia Motorway, accusing »»»
UAE leaders offer condolences to Qatar's Emir on death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa
President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended his condolences to Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, following the death of the Emir's father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. In a message posted on X, Sheikh Mohamed conveyed his sympathy to Sheikh Tamim and the Al Thani fa»»»
Bellingham the hero as England beat Norway to reach World Cup semis
MIAMI: Jude Bellingham scored twice as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 after extra time on Saturday and reach the World Cup semi-finals. Andreas Schjelderup gave the Norwegians the lead in the 36th minute, but Bellingham equalized before the break. Harry Kane had a goal ruled out shortl»»»
Oil prices settle lower on hopes for smoother shipping in Strait of Hormuz
Doha, Qatar: Oil prices settled lower on Friday following the latest round of US-Iran hostilities as traders grew hopeful that shipping through the Strait of Hormuz would eventually resume, but prices finished the week with sharp gains. Brent crude futures settled at $76.01, while US West Texas Int»»»
Ten Arrested in Cross-Border Rental Car Fraud Scheme Worth Nearly EUR 900,000
Ten people have been arrested in an operation by Bulgaria's General Directorate Border Police targeting a cross-border rental car fraud scheme worth approximately EUR 900,000, the Border Police said on its Facebook page. Police searched 14 properties across the country. The alleged organizer of the»»»
Belgium’s golden generation takes final World Cup bow
Doha, Qatar: Belgium’s finest era ends without the World Cup glory it once promised. For more than a decade, Belgium’s golden generation captivated world football with a squad overflowing with talent. They climbed to the top of the FIFA World Ranking, produced some of the game’s finest players and »»»
Spain’s confidence soars before France challenge
Doha, Qatar: Spain head into FIFA World Cup semi-final against France with growing confidence after their dramatic victory over Belgium, convinced they have what it takes to stop the tournament favourites. Luis de la Fuente’s side booked their place in the last four with a 2-1 win over Belgium on F»»»
Qatar’s Seifeldin clinches pole vault gold in China
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s Seifeldin Mohamed Abdelsalam produced a dominant performance to win the men’s pole vault gold medal at the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships in Ordos, China, yesterday. The 21-year-old cleared 5.45 metres to secure the title, finishing ahead of China’s Rui Liu, who to»»»
US senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after sudden illness
US senator Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump's closest allies, has died at the age of 71 following a brief and sudden illness, his office announced early Sunday. "On the evening of Saturday, July 11, US senator Lindsey Graham passed away from a brief and sudden illness," his office said»»»
US-Iran war: Indian embassy confirms 10 rescued, one missing after vessel attack off Oman coast
India has condemned the attack on commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off the coast of Oman, saying 10 of the 11 Indian nationals on board have been rescued while one remains missing. The Indian Embassy in Oman is coordinating with Omani authorities in the ongoing search and rescue operation and has thank»»»
Pulling back the curtain: did 12 April really mark a change of regime?
“Of course it did!” “Of course it didn’t!” supporters on either side will insist without a moment’s hesitation. But what is the truth about this supposed change of regime? Let’s take a closer look. Entire libraries have been written—and no doubt many more books will be—on the question of what polit»»»
Warhawk US Senator Lindsey Graham dies
Republican US Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has died at the age of 71, according to his official account on X.Graham passed away on Saturday evening “from a brief and sudden illness,” a statement, published by the senator’s office on Sunday, read.“Senator Graham’s family appreciates pray»»»
Iran-US conflict: Qatar confirms three injured, including child, after interception debris
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior said security authorities and Civil Defence teams activated emergency response procedures following Iranian attacks. The Ministry of Interior said, based on field assessments, that three people, including a child, were injured by falling debris from interception operati»»»
In Sicily, drones at work to predict volcanic eruptions
VULCANO PORTO: Hovering over the volcano, a buzzing drone pauses in front of a laser beam on the crater’s edge, as researchers test whether the devices can measure gases to predict eruptions. On the Aeolian island of Vulcano, off the coast of Sicily, German researcher Marius Schaab, from the Techni»»»
Labour Law amendments introduce professional licensing, flexible work and revised non-compete rules
Doha, Qatar: Assistant Director of the Labour Relations Department at the Ministry of Labour, Yousuf Ali Abdulnour, has outlined the key amendments introduced under Law No. 9 of 2026, highlighting new requirements for professional licensing and training in selected occupations, the legal recognitio»»»
EMTC: Pioneering the Transition to Precision Milling and Smart Supply Chains Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: As Egypt navigates structural shifts across its agricultural supply chains, the local milling sector is under intense pressure to modernize, optimize capacity, and ensure food security for a growing population of over 112 million. Caught between global market volatility, a rapid 76% s»»»
Startup Egypt: Turning Innovation into Economic Growth Arab Finance For Information Technology
Egypt’s startup ecosystem is entering a new phase of transformation with the launch of the Startup Egypt Platform, a national initiative designed to lower entry barriers and accelerate entrepreneurial growth. By combining government support with private-sector expertise, the platform offers a unifi»»»
Maersk to resume Suez Canal transits on MECL service Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: Maersk will resume transits through the Suez Canal on its Middle East–US East Coast (MECL) service, a shift in its network after months of rerouting vessels around the Cape of Good Hope due to regional security concerns, as per a statement. The first westbound sailing via the Suez Can»»»
India approves plan to expand strategic oil reserves
NEW DELHI — India's largest state-run oil and gas producer has approved plans to develop a 1.75 million metric tonne strategic petroleum reserve, as New Delhi seeks to bolster energy security after being hit hard during the Middle East war.India, the world's third-largest importer of oil and the se»»»
'This is our sky': Palestinians fly kites in defiance of Israeli settlers in West Bank
Every summer since 2009, residents of a Palestinian village in the Israeli-occupied West Bank have gathered for a kite festival. The event is held on land that they say has been partly lost since a settlement was established in 1983. The festival, while primarily for children, carries a "polit»»»
McGregor loses in 69 seconds on UFC return from five-year layoff
LOS ANGELES: Former double world champion Conor McGregor lost to Max Holloway after only 69 seconds because of a right knee injury on Saturday, in his return to the Ultimate Fighting Championship after a five-year layoff. Referee Mike Beltran stopped the mixed martial arts welterweight contest at U»»»
Mamish: the New Suez Canal is the Artery of World Trade
“Welcome to Egypt, the cradle of civilization and welcome to New Suez Canal , a crucial artery of global trade,”. That was the opening speech addressed by Vice Admiral Mohab Mamish, of the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) and the man in charge of the project, noting that the key development to Egypt prog»»»
Saudi Arabia’s new Package Visa: Six countries eligible for faster tourist visas
Saudi Arabia has launched a new Package Visa initiative, announcing the first six countries eligible for the scheme that allows travellers to obtain a tourist visa through a single integrated travel package. The programme aims to simplify the visitor journey by combining flights, accommodation and »»»
Slow restoration of Cuba power grid after latest blackout
HAVANA: Cuba worked to revive its electrical grid Saturday after a second nationwide blackout in less than a week, with repairs hampered by a fuel shortage caused by a US blockade, authorities said. The Caribbean island is reeling from its worst economic crisis in decades — one made worse by the fu»»»
Iran after Khamenei’s funeral
Al Majalla has chosen Iran for its cover this week because the funeral of Ali Khamenei, who was killed in a US-Israeli airstrike on 28 February 2026, was not merely a farewell ceremony for the Supreme Leader; it marked the start of a new phase that raises major questions about the future of the reg»»»
World Cup politics: something ugly in the beautiful game
In a way, politics will always be part of football. The game’s importance to fans makes it inevitable. This is why prime ministers and presidents like to declare themselves fans of one team or another, even if sometimes they forget which club they support between interviews. Cue a gentle cough in t»»»
Firefighters gain upper hand on 'horrific' Spain wildfires that killed at least 12
Firefighters gained the upper hand on wildfires in Spain on Saturday, aided by better weather conditions. Around 500 firefighters are battling the blaze that erupted Thursday in the southern region of Andalusia. At least 12 people have died since the fire started, according to officials, and anothe»»»
US, Iran Exchange Heavy Strikes After Hormuz Strait Closure
The United States attacked approximately 140 targets in Iran as part of its third wave of strikes this week, US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced. In response to US attacks in the south of the country, Iran struck a number of US military facilities in Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain, Press TV reported.»»»
US-Iran conflict timeline: How tensions escalated from a fragile truce to fresh strikes
The US-Iran crisis has intensified after days of attacks, threats and diplomatic uncertainty, with the latest developments seeing fresh US strikes on Iran, rising security alerts across Gulf countries, and renewed tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation began after Iran’s IRGC targeted c»»»
Death toll in Venezuela quakes surpasses 4,300
The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has risen above 4,300, authorities said Friday, as families continued searching through the rubble for missing loved ones more than two weeks after the country's deadliest quake in over a century. The death toll in Venezuela's devastating»»»
Volkswagen sales slide further as carmaker weighs mass job cuts
FRANKFURT, Germany — Volkswagen on Friday said that a slide in sales accelerated in the second quarter, as the crisis-hit German auto group reportedly considers cutting up to 100,000 jobs worldwide.Overall vehicle deliveries fell almost nine percent in the April-June period from a year earlier than»»»
Wall Street gets small boost from SK hynix debut
NEW YORK — Global stock markets rose slightly on Friday as investors digested a wave of corporate announcements, while the Nasdaq failed to get a major boost from the solid debut of South Korean chip titan SK hynix on Wall Street.The supplier of advanced memory chips used for AI technology raised $»»»
IEA says global oil demand picks up despite war fears
PARIS, France — The International Energy Agency said recently that "a recovery" in global oil demand had started as supplies tentatively start moving through the strategic Strait of Hormuz again and prices ease."A recovery in world oil demand is underway, with consumption set to rise from its May n»»»
Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats as mediators try to save deal
US and Iranian leaders traded threats on Saturday, after exchanges of fire rocked an interim agreement aimed at ending the war. US President Donald Trump threatened further missile attacks against Iran, and Tehran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed revenge for the killing of his father an»»»
Mojtaba Khamenei vows to avenge slain father as Trump threatens to 'decimate' Iran
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said on Saturday that avenging his slain predecessor and father was "the demand of the nation" and "must certainly" take place, according to a written message released on his Telegram account. President Donald Trump earlier said the United St»»»
Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 to reach World Cup semi-finals
Kansas City: Argentina set up a World Cup semi-final against England as Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time to propel the reigning champions to a 3-1 win over Switzerland on Saturday. Alvarez's curling shot and Martinez's tap-in settled a tense contest after Alexis Mac Allister»»»
West Afghanistan female dress-code crackdown hits businesses
HERAT: Businesses in Afghanistan’s western city of Herat have suffered from a downturn in female customers opting to stay home following a recent crackdown by morality police on women’s attire, according to shopkeepers, drivers and residents. Dozens of women were detained by the Taliban government’»»»
Political violence shadows Bangladesh’s new government
DHAKA: Bangladesh’s new government won power promising to end political violence, but six months after Prime Minister Tarique Rahman took office, the killings continue. Rahman, who leads the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), pledged during February’s elections to end the state-backed violence tha»»»
Argentina sink 10-man Swiss to set up blockbuster World Cup semifinal with England
Argentina sink 10-man Swiss to set up blockbuster World Cup semifinal with England KANSAS CITY: Julian Alvarez scored a breathtaking goal as Argentina battled past 10-man Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time on Saturday, setting up a mouthwatering World Cup semifinal against bitter rivals England. Fans»»»
Paris court hands monitor 18-month suspended sentence for assaulting preschooler in abuse scandal
A Paris court handed a school monitor an 18-month suspended prison sentence on Friday for sexually abusing a kindergarten-age child. It's the first such guilty verdict since the French capital was rocked by a wave of allegations of child sex abuse by non-teaching staff in Paris's public school syst»»»