Trump’s war on far-left terrorism goes global
For years, liberal elites across the West dismissed warnings about far-left extremism as relics of the Cold War or right-wing paranoia. Today, the evidence is undeniable. A recent US-led global initiative has the ambition to finally confront this resurgence of political terrorism with the seriousne»»»
Al-Hilal join list of 20 biggest-spending clubs in summer transfer window after addition of Summerville
DUBAI: Al-Hilal have broken into the list of the top 20 highest-spending clubs in the world during the current summer transfer window, according to Saudi business daily Al-Eqtisadiah. The window only opened in Saudi Arabia three days ago, but Al-Hilal’s spending has already hit $79.2 million after »»»
70% of Germans don’t believe army can protect the country – YouGov poll
The majority of Germans do not believe their armed forces are capable of protecting the country, a recent YouGov survey has found. According to the International Flagship Survey published on Friday, 70% of respondents in Germany said they are not confident their armed forces are strong enough to fe»»»
UNESCO adds Normandy's D-Day landing beaches to World Heritage List
The D-Day landing beaches in Normandy were added to UNESCO's World Heritage List Sunday. The 80-kilometre stretch of coastline in northwest France served as the site for Allied forces' landing in Europe in June 1944, marking a decisive moment in the war against Nazi Germany and its fascist allies i»»»
From 79th to 101st: How Pakistan’s passport journey changed in 20 years — visa-free travel list explained
As millions of travellers prepare for the peak summer holiday season, the July 2026 Henley Passport Index highlights how global mobility has transformed over the past two decades. The 20th anniversary edition shows that the average passport now offers visa-free access to 108 destinations worldwide,»»»
Saudi Arabia’s trade surplus jumps to $6.9bn in May as oil exports rebound
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s merchandise trade surplus surged to SR26.03 billion ($6.91 billion) in May, driven by higher oil exports and a sharp decline in imports, preliminary government data showed. The surplus widened 328.8 percent from a year earlier as merchandise exports rose 3.9 percent year on y»»»
India’s visa-free travel map changed in July: 4 countries dropped — destinations you can still visit
India’s passport now offers visa-free, visa-on-arrival or simplified entry access to 55 destinations, but four countries changed their rules in 2026, making travel more complicated for Indian holidaymakers. With summer travel season underway, many Indians are planning international holidays, family»»»
Van rams into Berlin Pride crowd, killing one and injuring 16
A van ploughed into crowds at Berlin's annual LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations on Saturday, killing one person and injuring at least 16 others before crashing into a tree. Police and prosecutors on Sunday issued a wanted notice for a 21-year-old identified only as Abdul B, and warned members of the public»»»
MYS: Strengthening Egypt's Competitive Edge in Global Apparel Manufacturing Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: As Egypt accelerates its industrialization agenda and intensifies efforts to expand non-oil exports, the ready-made garments (RMG) sector has emerged as one of the country's fastest-growing manufacturing industries and a key source of foreign currency earnings. Benefiting from strateg»»»
Van slams into crowd at Berlin festival, killing 1 and injuring 16, as police identify suspect
BERLIN: A van slammed into people gathered for Berlin’s famed Pride festival on Saturday night, killing one person, injuring at least 16 others and prompting police to call off the celebrations and a concert in the German capital hours after they had begun. Berlin police said they have identified a»»»
One dead after car drives into crowd at Berlin Pride fest - UPI.com
A Pride event in Berlin was canceled after a van drove into a crowd of people on Saturday, killing one person and injuring 15 others. File Photo by Justin Lane/EPA-EFE July 25 (UPI) -- A Pride parade in Berlin was evacuated on Saturday after a car drove into a crowd at the event, killing one person»»»
Dr K Srikar Reddy is India’s new ambassador to Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha India’s Ministry of External Affairs on Friday said it had appointed HE Dr K Srikar Reddy as the next Ambassador to the State of Qatar. Reddy is currently the Consul General of India in San Francisco, California, and is expected to take up his new assignment shortly. The I»»»
Two killed after small plane crashes into house roof in Germany
Two men flying in a small private plane died Saturday when they crashed into the roof of a house in northwestern Germany, police said. The light aircraft came down in a residential area of Ganderkesee, near Oldenburg, striking the pitched roof of a house head-on. Get updated faster and for FREE: Do»»»
Russia’s football return: Why FIFA wants it and UEFA fears the consequences
I didn’t watch a single full game of this FIFA World Cup and was asleep before the final kicked off on Sunday. It would have been awkward watching a match wanting both teams to lose. The best things to witness at this jamboree were the mindbending, moral amnesia of the anti-Trump and pro-Palestine »»»
Germany declines to disclose intel on Nord Stream sabotage – media
The German government has refused to clarify whether it received warnings ahead of the Nord Stream sabotage, Ostdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung (OAZ) reported on Friday, citing a written response to an opposition lawmaker. Anna Rathert, an MP from the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, asked the chan»»»
On This Day, July 25: Air France Concorde jet crashes, killing 113 - UPI.com
On July 25, 2000, an Air France Concorde supersonic jet crashed on takeoff from Paris, killing 113 people, including four on the ground. 1 of 5 | Rescue workers put out the fire that consumed the wreckage of an Air France Concorde after it crashed killing all on board plus four on the ground outsid»»»
Germany pays five times more for gas imports after ditching Russian contracts – media
Germany is paying five times as much for imported gas as it did before abandoning its long-term Russian supply contracts as part of the EU sanctions, Berliner Zeitung has reported. Berlin now has to rely on the volatile international energy market, which is reeling from the de facto closure of the »»»
US Stands to Gain Most From Nord Stream Sabotage – Expert
German prosecutors have linked the Nord Stream pipeline sabotage to Ukrainian state agencies, according to Nicola Canestrini, an attorney representing one of the suspects. He said the indictment argues there are sufficient grounds to believe the operation was ordered and directed by Ukrainian autho»»»
Autonomous fighter jets target Europe market at Farnborough airshow
FARNBOROUGH, UK: As Europe ramps up its rearmament drive, US aerospace giant Boeing is seeking a foothold in the emerging market for autonomous fighter aircraft, showcasing its capabilities at the Farnborough airshow this week. Boeing’s MQ-28 Ghost Bat is an uncrewed aircraft, developed with the Ro»»»
Sweden moves to ban ‘forever chemicals’ in consumer products from 2028 as EU-wide ban remains in limbo
Sweden said that it plans to ban so-called “forever chemicals”, technically known as PFAS, in consumer products such as clothing and kitchenware from 2028. “Sweden has no intention of standing by while ‘forever chemicals’ continue to spread in our homes, in nature and in our bodies,” environment an»»»
Irish politicians demand observers oversee trial of pro-Palestine activist in Germany
LONDON: Politicians in Ireland have insisted that the government send observers to Germany ahead of the trial of an Irish citizen detained over an incident at an Israeli-owned arms factory. Daniel Tatlow-Devally is one of five pro-Palestine activists who entered the facility owned by Elbit Systems »»»
EU agrees sweeping Russia sanctions after granting Greek LNG carve-out
The European Union has agreed its 21st sanctions package against Russia, targeting Moscow’s financial system, energy revenues and defence industry after granting Greece a renewable exemption allowing European companies to continue transporting Russian liquefied natural gas. The measures include 218»»»
Klopp handed task of reviving Germany’s football fortunes
FRANKFURT, Germany: Jurgen Klopp has been named Germany coach, the former Liverpool manager given the task of rebuilding the struggling European giants, the national federation (DFB) announced on Friday. Klopp’s appointment was widely expected for weeks and his contract will see him through to the »»»
German Prosecutors Link Nord Stream Sabotage to Ukrainian State Bodies
German prosecutors have concluded that the Nord Stream pipelines were sabotaged on the instructions of Ukrainian state agencies, according to lawyers representing a suspect in the case. German prosecutors believe the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines was carried out on the orders of Ukrainian g»»»
Recharged Klopp back to turn Germany from doubters into believers
Berlin: Two years after stepping down from Liverpool citing a lack of energy, Jurgen Klopp has returned to the dugout to oversee the mammoth task of restoring German football to its former glory. Football's most decorated European nation, the once-formidable Germans have lurched from setback to dis»»»
Top German court says Afghan resettlement pledges cannot be revoked en masse
BERLIN: Germany’s top court ruled on Friday that the government could not simply cancel an entire swathe of resettlement places promised to Afghans, and that each case must be considered individually. The Constitutional Court backed a complaint by an Afghan mother and her two sons who had been sel»»»
Moroccan captain Ghizlane Chebbak dreams of lifting Women’s AFCON trophy
CAIRO: Ghizlane Chebbak does not remember a time without a ball at her feet. Her late father, Larbi Chebbak, who helped guide Morocco to the Africa Cup of Nations title back in 1976, gave her a football when she was a little girl — and it was love at first sight. She would play in the streets of he»»»
Gulf and Arab countries, European leaders slam ‘unacceptable’ Houthi Red Sea tanker attack
BRUSSELS/DUBAI: Gulf and Arab countries have condemned the Houthi attack on a Saudi ship while it was sailing in the Red Sea, saying the act was a flagrant violation of international laws on the freedom of navigation and a direct threat to regional security and stability of the region. The Palestin»»»
Aspetar’s surgery observer programme attracts surgeons worldwide
Doha, Qatar: Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in orthopaedic and sports medicine through the success of its Surgery Department Observer Programme, which hosted 69 international observers over the past year. The programme attr»»»
Ford and Geely to form joint venture at struggling Spain plant
ALMUSSAFES, Spain — US carmaker Ford and China's Geely will create a joint venture at Ford's troubled Valencia plant in eastern Spain, where they plan to produce four new models for the European market, the companies said on Thursday.Ford will hold a 66 per cent stake in the venture and Geely the r»»»
MOSCOW BLOG: The Nato-Russia clash mission creep
The stochastic war continues to escalate into a brutal tit-for-tat missile war with both sides continuously rolling out new and improved weapons that could eventually lead to a direct clash between Nato and Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has given up on expecting any real material »»»
German military to withdraw two vessels from Red Sea: defence ministry
Germany will withdraw two naval vessels from the Red Sea after concluding that the ships are no longer required for a potential mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz, the Defense Ministry said, reflecting an easing of immediate operational requirements following recent diplomatic progress b»»»
UN missing persons chief says search efforts advancing in Syria but still no office in Damascus
NEW YORK CITY: The head of the UN body tasked with finding missing persons in Syria revealed that her agency processed more than 75,000 documents over the past year, a ninefold increase over the previous 12 months. However, authorities in Damascus have yet to grant her a permanent office inside the»»»
Barcelona signs forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund until 2031
BARCELONA: Spanish champion Barcelona signed forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on a five-year contract on Thursday, as they rebuild the attack following the departure of veteran striker Robert Lewandowski. Barcelona announced the signing on their website and said Adeyemi was being “reuni»»»
Morocco extends duty aimed at halting soft wheat imports to end-August, traders say
RABAT: Morocco will maintain a customs duty on soft wheat until August 31, effectively extending a halt to imports aimed at protecting the local harvest, the heads of the country’s grain traders association (FNCL) and millers federation (FNM) said on Thursday. Authorities had introduced a 170 perc»»»
Timișoara records Romania’s fastest urban tourism growth for second consecutive year
Timișoara recorded the largest increase in visitor numbers among Romania’s urban destinations for the second consecutive year, according to local newspaper Tion.ro, citing an analysis conducted by the city’s tourism promotion organisation, Visit Timișoara. The analysis draws on Mastercard Tourism I»»»
Bulgaria Wants Rheinmetall Partnership Saved Despite Disputes Over Money, Land and Structure
Bulgaria’s government will continue talks with German defense giant Rheinmetall to resolve problems surrounding a planned joint project with state-owned arms manufacturer VMZ Sopot, Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Alexander Pulev said after a meeting with representatives of the company. »»»
US Benefits From Oil Supply Disruptions in Strait of Hormuz – Ex-UK Ambassador
MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - The United States benefits from oil supply disruptions caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Craig Murray, a Scottish political activist and former UK ambassador to Uzbekistan, told Sputnik. "The Americans are not unhappy with the disruption of oil supplies. They actual»»»
Deputy PM Poulev Says Issues Identified with Rheinmetall-VMZ-Sopot Ammunition Plant Project
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investment and Industry Alexander Poulev told a briefing at the Council of Ministers that a number of issues had been identified with the overall mechanism of the project for building a gunpowder and ammunition plant by Rheinmetall and VMZ-Sopot. Earli»»»
Canada-EU: Closer trade ties to counter Trump?
BusinessCanadaCanada-EU: Closer trade ties to counter Trump?Matt PearsonGiven they share the world's longest land border, Canada and the US have historically enjoyed fruitful trade relations. But with Donald Trump escalating his tariff war, Canada is looking to the EU and further afield. https://p.»»»
Iranian Strikes on US Bases Across the Middle East Demonstrate Tehran’s Precision Strike Capability: NYT
A New York Times investigation has found that recent Iranian attacks on US military positions across the Middle East inflicted damage on multiple American facilities, underscoring Tehran’s continued ability to carry out precise strikes despite repeated claims by the Trump administration that Iran’s»»»
Bulgarian Journalist Christo Grozev Criticizes UK Over Release of Russian Spy ConvictsOpinions
Investigative journalist Christo Grozev has criticized British authorities for failing to inform him in advance about the release and deportation to Bulgaria of two Bulgarians convicted of espionage for Russia, who were part of a network that also monitored him. Grozev said the lack of warning from»»»
Ambassador Omurbek Tekebayev to address situation of students in Germany - | 24.KG
Kyrgyzstan’s Ambassador to Germany, Omurbek Tekebayev, has traveled to the German city of Bremen following reports of problems with the working and living conditions of Kyrgyz students participating in the Ferienjob summer employment program. In a social media post, the ambassador said he had alrea»»»
GapMinder leads seed funding round in Croatian healthtech startup Lasken AI
GapMinder, venture capital investing in technology startups from Romania and Eastern Europe, is leading a seed funding round in Croatian healthtech startup Lasken AI, alongside Fil Rouge Capital. Lasken AI is building a healthcare data intelligence platform that transforms publicly available health»»»
Kyrgyz MFA joins efforts to address situation with students in Germany - | 24.KG
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan (MFA), together with the country’s Embassy in Germany, has begun clarifying the circumstances of the situation involving citizens of Kyrgyzstan who traveled to Germany through programs organized by Samara Academy. According to the Foreign Ministry, the »»»
QNB Group maintains disciplined execution across key strategic priorities in Q2 2026
Doha, Qatar: QNB Group, a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, yesterday issued its Q2 2026 Strategic Progress Update, highlighting continued execution across innovation, sustainability, and institutional capability development across its international network. During the se»»»
Kyrgyz students in Germany report problems with employment and housing - | 24.KG
Around 150 students from Kyrgyzstan who traveled to Germany under the summer employment program Ferienjob say they may be left without work and accommodation. The company Samara Academy, which organized the trip, has partially denied the claims. The situation was reported by blogger Melisa Zhokieva»»»
Aspetar’s Surgery Observer Programme attracts surgeons from all around the world
Tribune News Network Doha Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, continues to strengthen its position as a global leader in orthopaedic and sports medicine through the success of its Surgery Department Observer Programme, which hosted 69 international observers over the past year. The p»»»
Super El Niño arrives more than a month early
Sea surface temperatures in the Niño 3.4 region of the tropical Pacific have remained above the +2.0°C threshold for a "super" El Niño for more than a week, reaching an anomaly of around +2.1°C by mid-July — more than a month earlier than the 1997/98 and 2015/16 events that mark the previous benchm»»»
Russia overtakes Germany as Europe's biggest beer brewer
Russia has overtaken Germany to become Europe's largest beer producer, brewing 9.01bn litres in 2025 against Germany's 7.92bn litres, according to the latest annual report from BarthHaas, the Nuremberg-based hop trader and brewing-industry analyst. The shift puts Russia in fifth place globally, beh»»»