Palestinians call on Trump to stop Israeli annexation
GENEVA: The Palestinian ambassador to the UN, surrounded by his counterparts from Arab and Muslim countries, called on the United States on Thursday to stop Israel’s annexation of its territories.“I know that President (Donald) Trump is capable, and he has the tools to stop Netanyahu in his tracks,»»»
Trump says he does not need deal with Iran to get enriched uranium
WASHINGTON:US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Washington did not need a deal with Iran to get enriched uranium from the country.“We could get it right now. I don’t think they could stop us if we wanted, but there’s no reason to. It’s entombed,” he told reporters in the Ova»»»
Trump says he thinks progress is being made on Lebanon
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he believed progress was being made between Israel and Lebanon and that Lebanon deserved to have peace. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he had spoken to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and “I actually spoke t»»»
Sadyr Japarov: Freedom of speech exists and will continue to exist in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
Human rights are respected in Kyrgyzstan and will continue to be respected, while freedom of speech exists and will continue to exist in the country, President Sadyr Japarov said in an interview with Kabar news agency, commenting on the new obligations Kyrgyzstan will assume regarding human rights »»»
Ulaanbaatar Open: Kyrgyz wrestlers win four medals on the first day - | 24.KG
The third Ulaanbaatar Open ranking wrestling tournament is being held in the capital of Mongolia on June 4-7. The Federation of Wrestling of Kyrgyzstan announced. In the Greco-Roman wrestling tournament, Azat Salidinov defeated athletes from Mongolia and Korea in the 87-kilogram weight class, but l»»»
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to visit Central Asian countries - | 24.KG
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that he plans to visit Central Asian countries in 2026. During a hearing before the House Foreign Affairs Committee of the U.S. Congress, Rubio confirmed that the administration of President Donald Trump supports the repeal by the U.S. legislature of t»»»
Administration of Tyubeteyka cafe in Bishkek claims raiding attempt - | 24.KG
Police officers and representatives of the State Tax Service arrived at Tyubeteyka café in Bishkek to conduct special operations. A video was posted on the establishment’s Instagram account. The footage shows police officers and tax officials inviting witnesses to observe the procedure. During the »»»
Friday sermon, 5th June 2026: 'There is no might nor power except through Allah'
First Sermon (Khutbah One) All praise is due to Allah, the Possessor of perfect strength and unassailable power. Glory be to Him, the One who grants success and assistance. I bear witness that there is no god but Allah, and I bear witness that our master and Prophet Muḥammad is the Messenger of All»»»
US House Approves New Anti-Russia Sanctions and Billions in Ukraine Aid
The US House of Representatives has voted 226-195 to pass a legislative package imposing new sanctions on Russia and delivering more weapons to Ukraine, American media reported. Defying their own party leadership, a faction of Republicans joined Democrats to force the bill through, choosing to fuel»»»
US Tightens Noose on Cuba, Claims It Just Wants the Island to 'Feed Its People'
The US Treasury and State Departments have introduced a new wave of sanctions against Cuba, targeting President Miguel Diaz-Canel, family members of Raul Castro, and key institutions including the Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces (MINFAR). When asked if the new restrictions were meant to »»»
Netanyahu faces plunging support in north Israel as voters demand tougher Lebanon stance
KIRYAT SHMONA: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces plunging support in the electorally vital north where Hezbollah rocket fire has been heaviest, a new poll has shown, putting pressure on him to take a more hawkish stance as elections loom. Wednesday night’s ceasefire agreement between »»»
Parliament to Hold Question Time and Regular Oversight Session
Question Time with members of the government and a regular parliamentary oversight session are included in the agenda published on the website of the National Assembly for Friday. Under Parliament's Rules of Procedure, during the first Friday sitting of each month the Prime Minister and Deputy Prim»»»
Australia seizes 100,000 cockroaches in bug-breeder bust
Wildlife officers have busted an illegal cockroach-breeding operation in rural Australia, seizing a skin-crawling haul worth more than $100,000 on the black market for exotic bugs. More than 100,000 contraband cockroaches were found in a raid on a commercial breeder in the town of Bathurst, west of»»»
Oman suspends oil loading at Mina al Fahal terminal following explosion, sources say
SINGAPORE: Oman’s Mina al Fahal terminal has suspended oil loading following an explosion near its single-buoy mooring (SBM) berths, two people familiar with the matter said on Friday.The explosion occurred between SBM 1 and 2 berths due to an alleged drone attack, they said.It was not imme»»»
WFP chief repeats warning over global food crisis amid Hormuz closure
LONDON: The UN’s World Food Programme on Thursday repeated its warning over the energy and food shock arising from the Iran war, raising the alarm that 45 million people worldwide could be pushed into hunger. It came during a briefing by Carl Skau, acting executive director of WFP, which has been b»»»
EU weighs curbs on protection for Ukrainian men of fighting age
LUXEMBOURG: European Union ministers on Thursday broadly supported a proposal to limit access to temporary protection for Ukrainian men of military age, reflecting a growing debate over how the bloc can continue supporting refugees while also helping Ukraine sustain its war effort against Russia. T»»»
In public letter, Ukraine’s Zelensky calls on Putin for direct negotiations in a neutral country
KYIV, Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday called for face-to-face negotiations in a public letter addressed directly to Russian President Vladimir Putin. The letter, the first public message Zelensky has written directly to Putin since Russia launched its full-scale invasion»»»
Malaysia PM Anwar facing crucial test of support as two states call early elections
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s ruling coalition will face a test of its public support amid signs of internal tensions after two states this week called snap elections, as speculation mounts over an early national poll. Two of Anwar’s national coalition partners lead the g»»»
House passes bill to aid Ukraine and impose new sanctions on Russia
WASHINGTON: The House passed legislation Thursday that would aid Ukraine and sanction key segments of the Russian economy, overriding objections from Republican leaders who warned the bill would undermine negotiations designed to achieve a comparable but stronger result.The legislation, sponsored b»»»
Chinese leader Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next week in first visit since 2019
BEIJING: Chinese leader Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next week, both countries announced Friday, in what will be his first visit in nearly seven years. His trip will the latest in a series of steps by China to reinforce its close ties with its nuclear-armed neighbor, whose leader Kim Jong »»»
Truth or Fake - Viral videos mislead as Albania erupts against Kushner-linked luxury resort
Thursday marked the fourth straight day of protests in Albania, that erupted over a proposed billion-dollar luxury resort backed by Jared Kushner, married to Donald Trump's daughter, Ivanka. Online though, false videos about the rallies are going viral, with internet users sharing dated and out of »»»
Dubai Police powers cyber safety at esports fest
Dubai: Dubai Police is participating in the Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2026, which begins today at the Dubai World Trade Centre and continues until Sunday, 7 June, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen digital awareness among young people and gaming communities. The participation, led »»»
Xi Jinping to pay state visit to North Korea
Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to North Korea next week at the invitation of the country’s leader, Kim Jong Un, Chinese and North Korean state media reported on Friday. Xi, who is also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will visit the Democrati»»»
Russian oil flows through Druzhba return to normal as Hungary and Slovakia resume Russian oil and gas imports
Russian crude oil deliveries to Hungary and Slovakia through the Soviet-era Druzhba pipeline returned to normal levels in May, marking the first full month of uninterrupted supplies since transit resumed in April after a disruption that highlighted the continuing importance of one of Europe's last »»»
SpaceX eyes $75 billion IPO, valuing company at $1.77 trillion
SpaceX, Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite company, said on Wednesday it plans to raise about $75 billion in an initial public offering, valuing the company at $1.765 trillion. The company will offer 555.6 million shares at $135 each, surpassing Saudi Aramco’s record $25.6 billion IPO in 2019. SpaceX»»»
Crew of plane that hit N.J. Turnpike light pole knew they were too low - UPI.com
A graphic shows where United Airlines Flight 169 clipped a 15-foot-high light post along the New Jersey Turnpike as it was approaching Newark Liberty International Airport on May 3. Image courtesy National Transportation Safety Board June 4 (UPI) -- The pilots of a United Airlines flight that flew »»»
Bridges and tunnels to make up 40 percent of new railway in Kyrgyzstan - | 24.KG
During a working visit to Jalal-Abad region, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Erlist Akunbekov held a meeting on the construction of China — Kyrgyzstan — Uzbekistan international railway. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. The pro»»»
Interior Minister of Kyrgyzstan meets with Secretary General of Interpol - | 24.KG
The Minister of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Ulan Niyazbekov, met with the Secretary General of Interpol, Valdecy Urquiza. The talks took place in Bishkek on the sidelines of the Meeting of Ministers of Internal Affairs and Public Security of the SCO Member States. According to the Ministry of I»»»
Digitalization of Zhogorku Kenesh: Speaker sends law to President in e-format - | 24.KG
As part of the digitalization of document management, laws adopted by the Zhogorku Kenesh have started being sent to the president for signature in electronic format starting June 4. The parliament’s press service reported. According to the press service, Speaker Marlen Mamataliev on June 4 affixed»»»
Heart of Europe investor wins Dh1.5m after ownership transfer fails
Dubai: A Dubai court has ordered a developer behind a hotel unit in the Heart of Europe project on the World Islands to refund more than Dh1.37 million to an investor and pay an additional Dh150,000 in compensation after finding that the property could not be transferred because of multiple legal a»»»
KFSH adds Diamond status for stroke care to growing list of global honors
RIYADH: King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH) has earned Diamond status in the World Stroke Organization Awards, the latest in a string of international recognitions that have reinforced the Saudi institution’s standing among the world’s leading academic medical centers. Accord»»»
Orbán may yet stage political comeback
No signs of fatigue are visible in Viktor Orbán, chairman of Fidesz. On the contrary, he may be capable of renewing the party and keeping the community united and strengthened, former Minister of Public Administration and Regional Development Tibor Navracsics said in a podcast published on Thursday»»»
Inland temperatures are forecast to climb as high as 46°C on Friday
Dubai: A spell of dusty and unsettled weather is set to affect the UAE on Friday and through the weekend, with strong winds expected to stir up sand and dust, reduce visibility and create rough sea conditions, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM forecast said Friday will »»»
US House passes bill to aid Ukraine and impose new sanctions on Russia
WASHINGTON: The House passed legislation Thursday that would aid Ukraine and sanction key segments of the Russian economy, overriding objections from Republican leaders who warned the bill would undermine negotiations designed to achieve a comparable but stronger result. The legislation, sponsored »»»
Leaked video reveals extensive fire damage aboard USS Ford aircraft carrier following report of 'sewage crisis', undercutting US Navy’s initial assurances
Newly obtained video published exclusively by CNN shows extensive damage aboard the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford following a March fire, raising questions about the severity of the incident and the Navy's initial characterisation of the blaze. The video, which CNN said was recorded aboard th»»»
DOJ charges Okla. man with threatening Sen. John Thune, family members - UPI.com
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., was the target of murder threats allegedly issued by a 63-year-old Oklahoma man, prosecutors said Thursday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 4 (UPI) -- A 63-year-old Oklahoma man has been charged with threatening to assault and murder a U»»»
"Freedom 250” in Tunis: U.S. Ambassador pushes for stronger bilateral ties
Tunis, June 5 (TAP) – U.S. Ambassador to Tunisia Bill Bazzi on Thursday, during a ceremony marking the 250th anniversary of American independence (Freedom 250), attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali...»»»
US journalist pleads guilty to acting as an agent for China
WASHINGTON: An American journalist who has lived in China since 2010 and worked for several state media organizations there pleaded guilty in a U.S. court Thursday to acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, the Justice Department said. Thomas Pauken II is set to be sentenced Septembe»»»
President Kais Saied meets Saudi ambassador at end of his mission
Tunis, June 5 (TAP) - President Kaïs Saïed met on Thursday at the Carthage Palace with Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Tunisia, Abdulaziz bin Ali Al-Saqr, who paid a farewell visit to the Head of State at the end of his mission.The...»»»
Saudi Arabia promotes human-centered AI at global labor forum
GENEVA: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi called on Thursday for the responsible use of artificial intelligence to build a more inclusive, productive and sustainable future of work, as labor leaders gathered in Geneva for the International Labour Confe»»»
Palestinian seeking work in Israel killed while crossing separation wall
The family of a young Palestinian man who was shot dead by Israeli forces near the concrete barrier separating the occupied West Bank from Jerusalem, has told RT that his determination to find work drove him to his death. Imad Ishtayeh’s death was confirmed by the Palestinian Health Ministry on Sun»»»
US sanctions Cuban president and Castro relatives in latest pressure campaign
US President Donald Trump has ramped up pressure on the island in recent months and has discussed taking the country over. The United States announced fresh economic sanctions Thursday on Cuba's president and some of his immediate family, alongside members of the Castro family, in Washington's late»»»
US warns Americans, urges caution in Middle East amid Iran crisis
The US State Department has issued a security alert across the Middle East, warning of the "potential for hostilities" and urging American citizens to identify the nearest shelter immediately. The alert comes as reports indicate Washington has given Iran an end-of-week ultimatum: reach a deal or fa»»»
U.S. sanctions Cuban leader Miguel Díaz-Canel, military, Castro kin - UPI.com
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel was slapped with sanctions by the United States on Thursday as Washington continued to ratchet up pressure of the island nation's communist government. File Photo by Ley Royero/EPA-EFE June 4 (UPI) -- The United States on Thursday leveled sanctions against Cuban Mi»»»
Can you buy SpaceX shares from UAE? Step-by-step guide for new investors
Dubai: After years of speculation, SpaceX is finally heading to the stock market — raising a question many UAE investors have been asking: Can ordinary investors buy shares in Elon Musk's rocket company? The answer is yes, but getting shares at the IPO price may not be straightforward. Get updated »»»
We don’t always learn from people we admire
We often think we are shaped by the people we admire. But just as often, we are shaped by those we never want to become. The clearest lessons are not always about aspiration — they come from contrast, and from patterns we choose not to repeat. So many people have inspired me to be nothing like them»»»
“Israel has never been stronger and Iran has never been weaker”, Netanyahu tells CNBC – Interview – Ya Libnan
Share: Following is the unofficial transcript of a CNBC exclusive interview with Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu on CNBC’s “Squawk on the Street” (M-F, 9AM-12PM ET) Wednesday, June 3 PART I SARA EISEN: Hi. Good morning, Carl, from Jerusalem this morning. I’m here in the Israeli Prime Mi»»»
Egypt targets Renewable Energy to Dominate by 2040
In a bold move for sustainable development, Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Mahmoud Esmat, announced a new energy strategy aiming to boost renewable energy’s share to 60% of the national energy mix by 2040. This initiative is part of Egypt’s broader sustainable development pla»»»
From Hormuz to Fujairah: Why UAE is central to Gulf's 'Plan B' for oil trade
Dubai: Gulf countries are accelerating plans to move oil through routes that bypass the Strait of Hormuz, as international institutions warn that prolonged disruption to shipping through the vital waterway could threaten fuel security, economic growth and food supplies worldwide. Get updated faster»»»
Trump: Pulte won't be 'permanent" director of national intelligence - UPI.com
Embattled Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte won't be nominated for the job on a permanent basis, President Donald Trump said Thursday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 4 (UPI) -- Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte, whose new assignment has drawn »»»