Nearly 100 Turkmens deported from Turkey interrogated at Ashgabat airport, says report
Nearly 100 Turkmen migrants deported from Turkey on a plane that flew from Istanbul were reportedly subjected to extreme questioning and screening by National Security Ministry (MNB) officials on arrival in Ashgabat. Azatlyk, citing anonymous sources, this week reported on how events unfolded when »»»
UN chief welcomes US-Iran peace deal as ‘critical step’
UNITED NATIONS: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday welcomed the US-Iran peace deal with its permanent ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as a “critical step” toward resolving the war in the Middle East. “The Secretary-General hopes that the parties will build on this new m»»»
Egyptians optimistic ahead of World Cup opener against Belgium
Eight years on from Egypt’s last appearance at the World Cup, the Pharaohs are back competing at the quadrennial extravaganza far removed from the negativity that surrounded their campaign at Russia 2018. Back then, the North Africans arrived at the World Cup with Mohamed Salah nursing a shoulder i»»»
Iran war live updates: Trump announces cease-fire agreement – Ya Libnan
Share: Illustration – Oil prices tumble after Trump announces deal with Iran. and stock prices surged Iran has not yet officially confirmed the cease-fire agreement, but its state broadcaster took a triumphal tone, declaring that “the United States was forced to accept an end to the war.” Here’s th»»»
Puffy Putin peril: The West’s latest attempt to scare itself
You can’t argue with a man observing the obvious: We are living in unusually perilous times. In the Middle East, for instance, the Israeli-American infernal duo have been on a rampage of war, state terror, all-purpose devastation, and genocide that, as a bonus, has also brought the world economy to»»»
Al Attiyah, UN official review human rights cooperation
QNA New York Chairperson of the National Human Rights Committee (NHRC) HE Maryam bint Abdullah Al Attiyah met with Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations Guy Ryder at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The meeting discussed ways to enhance cooperation in the areas of protecting and»»»
MoEHE launches interactive learning rooms to enhance learning for students with disabilities
QNA Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) inaugurated interactive and support learning rooms at Al Hidayah Specialised Primary School for Boys and Girls in the presence of Minister of Education and Higher Education Her Excellency Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater and a»»»
Initiative to prepare national talent in marine engineering, navigation
Assistant Undersecretary for Maritime Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Transport Eng. Abdulaziz Abdullah Al Sulaiti said the initiative seeks to prepare national talent academically and professionally in Marine Engineering and Marine Navigation to meet the workforce requirements of organisation»»»
QC launches campaign to support vulnerable refugees worldwide
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has launched a major humanitarian campaign titled ‘Every Refugee Tent Holds a Story’ to mark World Refugee Day observed annually on June 20. The initiative aims to shed light on the harsh realities faced by displaced populations worldwide, amplify their »»»
QU, Kuwait’s higher education ministry explore academic, research collaboration
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) welcomed Dr. Bader Al Busairi, undersecretary of the Ministry of Higher Education of the State of Kuwait, and his accompanying delegation during an official visit aimed at exploring opportunities to strengthen academic cooperation and expand strategic»»»
PHCC celebrates graduation of 15 clinical social workers
Tribune News Network Doha The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) celebrated the completion of the Clinical Social Worker Certification Programme organised by the Social Work Department under the Clinical Operations Directorate in collaboration with PHCC’s Workforce Training and Development Dire»»»
NCSA Excellence Award to Ashghal for boosting cybersecurity capabilities
QNA Doha The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has been accorded the Excellence Award by the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) during the “From Adoption to Impact” event in recognition of its efforts to strengthen national capabilities and build cybersecurity expertise. The award was received on»»»
Education Ministry inaugurates interactive chambers to augment learning for students with disabilities
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) inaugurated an interactive and supportive learning space at Al Hidaya School for Special Needs Primary School Boys and Girls in Doha. The inauguration ceremony was attended by HE Minister of Education and Higher Education Lolwah bi»»»
President Iotova: "This Is a Triumph of the Human Spirit over Isolation, Prejudice and Loneliness"
President Iliana Iotova officially opened the BAUHAUS Down Syndrome World Championships Bulgaria 2026 in Sofia on Sunday. Addressing athletes, coaches, parents and guests during the opening ceremony, Iotova said the event was not only a sporting competition but also "a triumph of the human spirit o»»»
Top Haitian security official James Boyard kidnapped by gangs – media
James Boyard, the chief of staff of the Haitian Defense Ministry, has been kidnapped along with his family amid escalating gang violence, media reports claimed on Saturday. Boyard, a respected security expert and author, serves as chief of staff to Haiti’s newly appointed defense minister, Mario An»»»
Palestinian prisoner dies in Gilboa prison after heart attack
RAMALLAH: Israeli authorities on Sunday informed the family of Palestinian prisoner Imad Rajeh Sarhan, 47, from the city of Haifa in the 1948 territory, that he died in Gilboa prison after suffering a heart attack on Saturday, without providing further details about the circumstances of his death. »»»
Swiss police fire tear gas as anti-G7 protesters target UN buildings
Swiss police on Sunday fired tear gas at demonstrators protesting the upcoming Group of Seven summit in France after some protesters started targeting buildings linked to the United Nations in Geneva. Swiss police fired tear gas as protesters opposed to a G7 summit across the border in France»»»
Hayy Jameel exhibition brings Red Sea histories to life
JEDDAH: Hayy Jameel is putting on “Red Wind, Coral Worlds,” an exhibition exploring the histories, cultures and ecological relationships that have connected communities across the Red Sea, East Africa and the Indian Ocean for centuries. Curated by Huda Tayob and Miriam Hillawi Abraham, recipients o»»»
MoEHE inaugurates interactive and supportive learning rooms to enhance the learning of students with disabilities
Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) inaugurated interactive and support learning rooms at Al-Hidayah Specialized Primary School for Boys and Girls, in the presence of HE Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater, Minister of Education and Higher Education, and a number of as»»»
Ministry of Education and Higher Education launches national initiative to sponsor Qatari students studying Marine Engineering and Navigation
Doha: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) has launched a joint national initiative in cooperation with the Ministry of Transport to sponsor Qatari students in pursuing degrees in Marine Engineering and Marine Navigation. The initiative aims to strengthen national expertise in the»»»
MOEHE launches national initiative to sponsor Qatari students studying marine engineering and navigation
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MOEHE) has launched a joint national initiative in cooperation with the Ministry of Transport to sponsor Qatari students in pursuing degrees in Marine Engineering and Marine Navigation. The initiative aims to strengthen national expertise»»»
QU, Kuwaiti Higher Education Ministry discuss deepening academic cooperation
Doha, Qatar: A delegation from the Kuwaiti Ministry of Higher Education visited Qatar University (QU) to explore avenues for deepening academic cooperation and strategic partnerships between both sides in the areas of higher education and scientific research. Representing the delegation was HE Unde»»»
Oman's Foreign Minister, Chinese Envoy discuss regional and international developments
Muscat: Oman's Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi met Sunday with Special Envoy of the Chinese Government on the Middle East Issue Zhai Jun to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations, as well as the latest regional and international developments. During the meeting, the two sides rea»»»
US State Department launches crackdown on illegal ‘birth tourism’
The US State Department has announced a global crackdown on what it describes as illegal “birth tourism” schemes. The effort involves revoking hundreds of visas and dismantling networks in Africa and Europe that allegedly helped foreign nationals travel to the US to give birth and obtain citizenshi»»»
Hungary says Ukraine’s EU bid hinges on minority rights
Ukraine must respect the rights of its ethnic Hungarian minority if it wants to join the EU, Hungary’s new prime minister, Peter Magyar, has said. An estimated 80,000 Hungarians live in Ukraine, mostly in the western Zakarpattia Region. Their status has long been a point of contention between the n»»»
Syria, Jordan issue joint statement, sealing strategic partnership framework
Damascus, June 14 (SANA) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan issued a comprehensive Joint Communiqué on Sunday, following extensive, high-level ministerial talks held in the Syrian capital»»»
Arab League discusses ways to counter Israeli schemes to hinder education in Occupied Arab Territories
Cairo: The 111th session of the Committee for Educational Programs for Arab Students in the Occupied Arab Territories commenced at the headquarters of the Arab League in Cairo, Sunday, under the chairmanship of Palestine. Over the course of five days, the committee will discuss the challenges impos»»»
PHCC commits to investing in national professional workforce to deliver advanced services
Doha: The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has affirmed that its commitment to investing in national specialized workforces is the core pillar of advancing health and social services and the quality of care afforded to segments of society. Addressing a recognition ceremony to award recipients»»»
Palestinian prisoner dies in Israeli prison after heart attack
LONDON: A Palestinian security prisoner died in Israeli Gilboa prison from a heart attack, the Palestinian Commission of Detainees’ Affairs and the Palestinian Prisoners Society have said. The death of Imad Rajeh Sarhan, 47, occurred on Saturday, the groups confirmed on Sunday. He was from Haifa, a»»»
Consultations on National Human Rights Action Plan continue
Doha Consultative sessions on the National Human Rights Action Plan (2026-2030), organized by the committee tasked with preparing the National Human Rights Action Plan, continued on Sunday. The sessions are chaired by Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al »»»
Indian lawmakers slam US response after killing of sailors in Oman waters
NEW DELHI: Indian lawmakers denounced on Sunday the lack of a US apology over the killing of three seafarers off the coast of Oman, as another sailor died from medical complications aboard a vessel stranded in the region amid the US blockade. Aditya Sharma, a cadet, Shivanand Chaurashiya, a fitter,»»»
Lekhwiya emerges as global partner in securing major international sporting events
Doha, Qatar: The Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) has established itself as one of the world's leading specialized security organizations for major international sporting events, building on years of operational experience, advanced training, and continuous development. Its growing international »»»
National Cyber Security Agency accords "Ashghal" Excellence Award
Doha, Qatar: Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has been accorded the Excellence Award by the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) during the "From Adoption to Impact" event, in recognition of its efforts to strengthen national capabilities and build cybersecurity expertise. On behalf of Ashghal, th»»»
National Cyber Security Agency accords Ashghal Excellence Award
Doha The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has been accorded the Excellence Award by the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) during the "From Adoption to Impact" event, in recognition of its efforts to strengthen national capabilities and build cybersecurity expertise. On behalf of Ashghal, the aw»»»
Lekhwiya emerges as global partner in securing major global sporting events
Doha The Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) has established itself as one of the world's leading specialized security organizations for major international sporting events, building on years of operational experience, advanced training, and continuous development. Its growing international reputati»»»
QNL highlights methodologies for documenting, writing Qatar's contemporary history
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Library (QNL) organized a lecture and workshop within the Qatar Contemporary History series, which shed light on the methodologies for documenting and writing Qatar's contemporary history, as part of the Library's efforts to strengthen skills in historical research and a»»»
Hungary faces annual loss of 50,000 workers, AI adoption lags behind Europe, experts warn
Hungary’s labour market is entering a critical period as demographic decline, labour shortages and slow workplace adoption of artificial intelligence combine to create what business leaders describe as a “perfect storm”. Experts speaking at the Business Summit organised by Prohuman Group, the Hunga»»»
Health workers struggle to contain Ebola in Congo camps as distrust grows
NIZI:After the Kpangba displacement camp became the first in this part of war-torn Congo to record deaths from Ebola two weeks ago, health workers rushed to trace those who had come into contact with the deceased to break chains of transmission.But the workers — from the provincial health ministry»»»
Lebanon complains to UN over Israel killing of army troops, herbicide use
Lebanon's foreign ministry said it had lodged a complaint with the United Nations over Israel's alleged spraying of herbicide glyphosate in Lebanese territory near the border earlier this year. In a statement circulated on Sunday, the ministry said it had sent a letter to the UN Security Council an»»»
Battle over Lahore’s historic Ewing Hall sparks uproar
Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Dubai: A fierce controversy has erupted over the Punjab government’s repossession of the historic Ewing Hall in Lahore’s Anarkali district, triggering protests from Forman Christian College University (FCCU), herita»»»
Abu Dhabi highlights 5 heat stress warning signs and 4 prevention steps as UAE midday work ban begins
The Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre has urged employers and workers to follow heat safety measures during the summer, identifying five key warning signs of heat stress and four essential preventive steps as part of its “Safety in the Heat” programme. The centre said the initiative aims to raise awar»»»
Lebanon complains to Security Council over alleged Israeli use of herbicide
BEIRUT: Lebanon’s foreign ministry said it had lodged a complaint with the United Nations over Israel’s alleged spraying of herbicide glyphosate in Lebanese territory near the border earlier this year. In a statement circulated on Sunday, the ministry said it had sent a letter to the UN Security Co»»»
EGX Ends Week Lower Despite Continued Foreign Buying
Overseas Buyers Absorb Domestic Selling as Confidence in Egypt’s Medium-Term Outlook Remains Intact Cairo — Egyptian stocks ended the trading week on a weaker note on Thursday, extending the market’s recent correction despite continued buying by foreign and Arab investors, as domestic selling press»»»
Use of AI in Iran school strike did not violate Anthropic’s ‘red lines,’ CEO Amodei says
The use of AI in the US strike on a girls’ elementary school in Iran that killed nearly 160 people, mostly children, did not violate Anthropic’s ‘red lines,’ CEO Dario Amodei has said. US forces struck the school in Minab with a Tomahawk missile on the first day of the war on Iran in February. The »»»
Meet Saeed, your new AI spokesperson for Dubai Municipality
Dubai: Dubai residents and visitors can now talk to Saeed, a newly launched AI-powered virtual spokesperson of Dubai Municipality. Saeed will serve as an official digital face for the Municipality, communicating its achievements, news, services, and projects to the public in an interactive, direct,»»»
IAEA Chief Calls for Agency's Involvement in US-Iran Nuclear Deal
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi called for the agency to be involved in monitoring the implementation of a potential US-Iran nuclear deal. "The most important thing about the agency is verification, and the fact that we are going to be par»»»
Foreign investors can now qualify for 15-year residency in Kuwait
Dubai: Kuwait has introduced a new long-term residency regime offering eligible foreign investors permits of up to 15 years, in a move aimed at attracting high-value investment while tightening regulatory oversight. The framework, issued under Cabinet Resolution No. 651 of 2026 and published in the»»»
China’s ambassador to Hungary talks government ties, the Budapest–Belgrade railway and more
In an exclusive interview with Daily News Hungary, Chinese Ambassador Gong Tao discusses the future of Hungary–China relations following Hungary’s recent political transition, the progress of major Chinese investments such as BYD and CATL, the delayed Budapest–Belgrade railway project, expanding tr»»»
Saudi AI adoption among businesses rises to 33% in 2025: GASTAT
RIYADH: Artificial intelligence adoption among businesses in Saudi Arabia rose to 33.1 percent in 2025, up 20 percent from 2024, official data showed. According to the latest report by the General Authority for Statistics, the information and communications sector recorded the highest uptake of AI »»»
Staff Arabia: Infrastructure & Labor Costs Cement Egypt's MENA Hub Status Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: As part of the Egyptian government’s aggressive economic reform strategy to transition toward a knowledge-based economy and diversify its foreign currency streams, the state has renewed its focus on capitalizing on service exports and positioning Egypt as a premier global hub for offs»»»