Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports: Israeli artillery shelled the outskirts of the towns of Yaroun and Rmeish 30-12-2025 19»»»

Meta says it is acquiring the Chinese-founded AI firm Manus as it looks to boost the capabilities of its tech. Bloomberg analysts and The Wall Street Journal suggested the purchase could be worth more than $2bn (£1.48bn). Meta said the deal would help improve its own AI by giving people access to "»»»

America's overarching goal in the region is to ensure a secure Israel and US-friendly neighbouring states with which it can establish commercial ties. But inconsistent policies and mistakes have made this harder to realise. Below is an analysis of the impact of consecutive presidencies on US Middle»»»

Tunis, Dec. 30 (TAP) – The nationwide state of emergency has been extended for one month from January 1, 2026 to January 30, 2026, under decree No. 485 dated December 29, published in the latest issue of the Official Gazette (No. 155) on...»»»

Gaza: A Palestinian girl was martyred tuesday after being shot by Israeli occupation forces east of Gaza City. Local sources reported that the 11-year-old girl succumbed to her wounds after being shot by the Israeli army in the Zarqa area, northeast of Gaza City. This comes amid continued Israeli v»»»

The UAE is set to welcome 2026 with record-breaking fireworks, dazzling drone shows, and spectacular pyrotechnics lighting up the skies on New Year’s Eve. Across the country, residents and visitors can enjoy celebrations ranging from vibrant city displays to scenic waterfronts and tranquil park set»»»

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»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli occupation artillery shelling targets the outskirts of Yaroun, south Lebanon 30-12-2025 19:26 PM Latest New»»»

An arrested sign was on display during a press conference at the Department of Justice Headquarters in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 4. Brian Cole Jr. is scheduled for a detention hearing Tuesday afternoon. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Dec. 30 (UPI) -- Attorneys for Brian Cole Jr., the man »»»

Iranian students staged street protests in Tehran on Tuesday, a day after the capital's shopkeepers demonstrated against economic hardship and won a message of understanding from the president. According to Ilna, a news agency associated with Iran's labor movement, protests erupted at seven Tehran »»»

Authorities in Syria's Latakia province arrested 21 people linked to ousted leader Bashar al-Assad's rule, state media reported Tuesday, after attacks rocked the provincial capital the previous night. State television said security forces in the coastal province arrested 21 "former regime remnants »»»

Doha: The Ministry of Justice's (MoJ) Legal and Judicial Studies Center has published a new issue of the legal and judicial journal, featuring analytical and comparative legal studies and research, commentary on Qatari legislation, as well as rulings and fatwas issued by the Court of Cassation. Dir»»»

Hezbollah’s official in charge of Palestinian affairs, former MP Hasan Hoballah, conveyed condolences and congratulations to the leadership of Hamas following the martyrdom of several senior resistance figures, stressing that targeted assassinations will not weaken the will of the resistance. In a »»»

Thieves stole tens of millions of euros worth of property from safety deposit boxes inside a German bank vault that they drilled into Monday during the holiday lull, police said. Some 2,700 bank customers were affected by the theft in Gelsenkirchen, police and the Sparkasse bank said. Thomas Nowacz»»»

Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi declared on Tuesday a state of emergency throughout the country in wake of the "internal strife caused by the military rebellion in eastern provinces aimed at dividing the republic." He called for all military formations and fo»»»

Türkiye’s president on Tuesday called Israel's recognition of Somaliland "illegitimate and unacceptable" as he hosted a visit by his Somali counterpart. "Preserving the unity and integrity of Somalia in all circumstances holds special importance in our view. Israel's decision to recognize Somalilan»»»

Police in Attica have arrested a 45-year-old woman suspected of posing as a domestic helper in order to carry out thefts, primarily targeting people with physical and mental disabilities. According to police, the investigation has so far linked the suspect to four cases of theft involving property »»»

Authorities have released new footage that may show a Texas teen who vanished outside her home on Christmas Eve. Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was last seen leaving her house in San Antonio for her regular morning walk. The search, now going on for nearly a week, has turned up few clues and her parents»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia will introduce a new four-tier excise tax system on sweetened beverages from Jan. 1, replacing the current flat-rate levy with a model that links taxation directly to sugar content, the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) said. Under the revised methodology, excise tax will»»»

Thieves used a large drill to break into a safe at a high street bank branch in western Germany and steal an estimated €30m (£26m; $35m) in cash and valuables, police have said. A police spokesman likened the break-in to the Hollywood heist film Ocean's Eleven, telling AFP news agency it was "very »»»

Tunis, Dec. 30 (TAP) - The weather will remain partly to mostly cloudy on Tuesday night, with temporarily thundery rain along the northern coastal areas and passing clouds elsewhere.Local fog may appear in the southwest late at night, according to...»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Saudi Cabinet: We hope the UAE will respond to Yemen’s request to withdraw Emirati forces within 24 hours and to halt support for the South»»»

Federal agents are investigating childcare centres in the state of Minnesota, after right-wing YouTuber Nick Shirley alleged in a viral video that Somali-run centres are taking public money without providing care. In a post on X on Monday, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Endowments' department of Islamic Research and Studies announced today that it will organize a seminar on Jan. 6 at Imam Muhammad ibn Abd Al Wahhab Mosque after Isha prayer. Director of the Department of Islamic Research and Studies Sheikh Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Than»»»

Ukraine said Tuesday there was no "plausible" evidence it launched a drone attack on one of Russian President Vladimir Putin's residences, accusing Moscow of peddling falsehoods to manipulate talks on ending the war. Ukraine's allies have expressed skepticism about Russia's claim. German Chancellor»»»

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday said his country’s answer to an attack would be harsh, which appeared to be in response to a warning by US President Donald Trump over reconstruction of Iran’s nuclear program. Iran’s answer “to any cruel aggression will be harsh and discouraging,” Pez»»»

The foreign ministers of 10 nations on Tuesday expressed "serious concerns" about a "renewed deterioration of the humanitarian situation" in Gaza, saying the situation was "catastrophic". "As winter draws in, civilians in Gaza are facing appalling conditions with heavy rainfall and temperatures dro»»»

Following an existential by House of Representatives (HoR) Speaker Ageela Saleh yesterday, the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) responded immediately. The SJC affirmed their commitment to the unity of the Libyan judiciary and their unwavering dedication to preserving its independence and protecting i»»»

During his speech at the House of Representatives (HoR) session held in Benghazi yesterday, HoR Speaker Ageela Saleh launched what resembles an existential attack on Libya’s Supreme Judicial Council (SJC). Saleh said‎ the “Constitutional Court” is the guardian of legitimacy and the protector of the»»»

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced changes to the 2026 board exam schedule for one exam each in Class 10 and Class 12, originally planned for March 3, 2026. All other examinations will proceed as scheduled. Also Read: India: CBSE releases final 2026 board exam date sheet »»»

King Salman International Airport (KSIA), a PIF company, has commenced construction works on the third runway, marking a strategic step that reflects continued progress in airfield development and enhances the airport’s operational readiness to support long-term growth in air traffic demand. The th»»»

Tunis, Dec. 30 (TAP) - The stock market accelerated its rebound on Tuesday. The benchmark Tunindex closed the session with a gain of 0.6%, bringing its year-to-date increase to 34.3%, according to broker Tunisie Valeurs.Trading volumes were strong...»»»

BELGRADE - We have two goals for 2026 - peace and stability and that it be the best year in Serbia's history, especially in the economy, President Aleksandar Vucic said at an annual conference on Tuesday. "It seems to me that everything we have been doing and will be doing can literally focus on ac»»»

Eurostar passengers wait for train services to be resumed at St. Pancras International station in London Tuesday. Eurostar cancelled all services following a problem with the overhead power supply in the Channel Tunnel and advised all its passengers to postpone their journeys to a different date. T»»»

Doha, Qatar: Visit Qatar has announced the Middle East debut of FuelFest, the world-renowned automotive and entertainment festival, which will take place in Doha on Thursday, January 23, 2026, at Katara South Parking. The one-day event will be delivered in partnership with FuelFest and regional pro»»»

Sharjah is set to welcome 2026 with a citywide celebration featuring fireworks, live entertainment, cruises, and desert adventures. Whether you’re looking for front-row fireworks, a romantic island dinner, or a desert overnight experience, the emirate offers something for everyone. Also Read: Sharj»»»

One of the leading figures in the nationwide farmers’ protests has filed a lawsuit with a prosecutor, alleging a violation of his personal data in connection with an investigation into farm subsidy payments he received from the disgraced payments agency OPEKEPE. Giorgos Botas, a prominent represent»»»

Protests and strikes in Iran over inflation and currency devaluation have spread from the capital, Tehran, to several other cities on a third day of unrest. The protests began on Sunday after shopkeepers in Tehran's Grand Bazaar staged a strike when the Iranian rial hit a record low against the US »»»

Damascus, Dec. 30 (SANA) Syria’s Information Minister Hamza al-Mustafa said the launch of the new Syrian currency marks a pivotal step in managing the banking sector and monetary affairs, while noting that the move is also accompanied by many questions and expectations. In an editorial article publ»»»

Damascus, Dec.30 (SANA) Syrian Foreign Minister, Asaad Hassan Al‑Shaibani, received on Tuesday Mr. Nuh Yilmaz in the Syrian capital, Damascus. During the meeting, Al-Shaibani received a copy of credentials of Yilmaz as the Ambassador of Turkey to the Syrian Arab Republic. MZN»»»

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has renewed calls for the release of Tirana’s mayor, Erion Veliaj, who has been held in pre-trial detention for almost a year. Speaking at a press conference ahead of the end-of-year period, Rama urged justice institutions to allow Mr Veliaj to return to office, arg»»»

Bulgaria’s Armed Forces in 2025: Pay Increases, F-16 Deliveries, and Legislative Updates F-16 Fighter Jets In 2025, Bulgaria saw the first deliveries of the F-16 fighter jets under the initial contract with the United States signed in 2019. By December 18, all eight aircraft had been formally prese»»»

BusinessGermanyGerman company Miele to sell more refurbished appliancesMathilda Jordanova-DudaThe secondhand smartphone market has grown significantly in recent years, but other, bulkier items like washing machines are less frequently refurbished and resold. That could soon be changing. https://p.d»»»

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has strongly denied accusations that the ruling Socialist Party has changed its stance towards the justice system in relation to the so-called “Balluku” case. Speaking at a press conference, Rama said the government and parliamentary majority were not acting as a “d»»»

Bulgargaz has submitted a proposal for the price of natural gas in January, setting it at 60.93 BGN per MWh, which equals 31.15 EUR per MWh, excluding charges for access, transmission, excise duties, and VAT. The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has already reviewed the report, which w»»»

Doha, Qatar: After the strong public turnout and wide participation seen during last year’s edition, Sealine Season is set to return in 2026 as one of Qatar’s key winter tourism events. Visit Qatar posted on its website that Sealine Season 2026 will open on January 9 and continue until January 30, »»»

King Salman International Airport (KSIA), a PIF company, has commenced construction works on the third runway, marking a strategic step that reflects continued progress in airfield development and enhances the airport’s operational readiness to support long-term growth in air traffic demand. The th»»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian government adopted on Tuesday a strategy on management of mineral and other geological resources of the Republic of Serbia until 2040 with projections until 2050, which establishes a comprehensive plan for the development of the mining sector for the next 15 years, with a vis»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian army is the most combat-ready in the world, Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov said on Tuesday. "Today, it can be said with confidence that the Russian army is the most combat-ready in the world," Belousov said in his New Year's message, adding that the Russian »»»

Tunis, Dec. 30 (TAP) - Secretary of State to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ben Ayed, met on Tuesday at the ministry’s headquarters with new Ambassador of Lebanon to Tunisia, Milad Nammour.The meeting was an...»»»