France and Germany on Monday announced they were abandoning a joint fighter jet programme due to disagreements between France's Dassault Aviation and Airbus, which represents Germany and Spain. The decision came as a blow to European efforts to boost defence cooperatio»»»

LONDON: As summer temperatures inch above 45 C and the hum of backup generators fills the air, Iraq finds itself sliding toward its worst electricity crisis in years. Decades of mismanagement had already left the country’s power sector vulnerable. Now, the US-Israeli war with Iran has turned that c»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 18:30, an “Israeli” enemy army military bulldozer in the southeastern outs»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 18:15, a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the so»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 18:30, a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the so»»»

Tunis, June 8 (TAP) - The recovery of assets that have been misappropriated and unlawfully transferred abroad cannot rely solely on the efforts of the requesting State, it also depends on the willingness of the countries holding these assets to...»»»

Tunis, June 8 (TAP) - United States Ambassador to Tunisia, Bill Bazzi, on Monday handed over the management of the “BridgeTech” platform to the American Chamber of Commerce in Tunisia (AmCham). The platform connects U.S. companies with a wide pool...»»»

Botswana has signed an agreement worth about $2bn with Dubai-based Albaddad Group to develop a mixed-use urban project, in a move aimed at attracting foreign investment and boosting private sector participation in the country's economic development. The state-owned Botswana Development Corpora»»»

Global supply chain pressures have risen again in recent months, returning to levels last seen during the height of pandemic-related disruptions, Statista reports. According to the Global Supply Chain Stress Index (GSCPI) published by the World Bank, shipping container capacity tied up due to delay»»»

Planning a Thailand getaway could soon become easier and more flexible as Air India and Thai Airways International (THAI) move to strengthen their partnership, aiming to expand global connectivity and travel options. The two carriers have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance air co»»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will have no choice but to accept any deal the US reaches with Tehran, President Donald Trump has said, declaring that he “calls the shots.” Trump made the remarks in an interview with the Financial Times on Sunday, shortly after Iran fired a missile barrag»»»

A US federal court has ruled that the Trump administration’s $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications is unlawful, a decision that could ease hiring pressures for US employers relying on skilled foreign workers. The ruling vacates the policy introduced through a presidential proclamation, which had »»»

In a decisive move that underscores its commitment to the African market, Mercedes-Benz has unveiled plans to boost its production in Egypt by an impressive 30 percent next year. This strategic expansion reflects the German automaker’s confidence in Egypt’s potential as a pivotal hub for its operat»»»

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche speaks during a House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies oversight hearing on the Department of Justice in the Rayburn House Office Building near the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/»»»

CHICAGO: A task force has been created to provide heightened security and scrutiny of fans and players who enter the US for the FIFA World Cup. Customs and Border Protection detained Iraqi striker Aymen Hussein at O’Hare International Airport for seven hours on Saturday, eventually allowing him to »»»

BENGALURU: France will beat Spain to lift the World Cup trophy on July 19 and five-time winners Brazil are expected to be the biggest flops, according to a Reuters survey of economists who said football was still harder to call than inflation. For 160 respondents from nearly every continent, this p»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Two Israeli warplanes targeted the vicinity of the towns of Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Kfar Tebnit 08-06-2026 19:07 PM L»»»

Visiting Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin, who is also President of the All-China Women's Federation, conferred separately here on Monday with Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova, Prime Minister Rumen Radev, and Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Galab Donev. During the session with Iotova,»»»

The Taxpayer Inspector General reported Monday that the use of IRS taxpayer data for immigration enforcement has been inconsistent and unreliable. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo June 8 (UPI) -- The Taxpayer Inspector General reported Monday that the use of IRS taxpayer data for immig»»»

NEW YORK CITY: Leading UN officials on Monday warned of a deteriorating humanitarian emergency in Afghanistan, amid chronic underfunding of aid efforts, a worsening hunger crisis and escalating restrictions on women, the combined effects of which are pushing millions of Afghans deeper into destitut»»»

NAIROBI, Kenya: Kenya’s former Chief Justice David Maraga said he was arrested on Monday alongside other activists protesting planned construction inside Nairobi National Park. Police fired tear gas canisters at the protesters who were marching outside the park while carrying banners with messages »»»

MADRID: Pope Leo XIV called for a global response to the “tragic drama” of migration and said world peace was a “true global imperative” in an unprecedented address to the Spanish parliament on Monday. The pope also urged lawmakers to defend life “from conception to its natural end.” In his address»»»

RIYADH: Not many football fans will be making the journey to North America for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but that does not mean they will miss out on the atmosphere. Across Saudi Arabia, venues are preparing for over a month of football fever as supporters look for the perfect place to follow the ac»»»

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is shown May 29 in Washington, D.C. Kennedy Center officials removed President Donald Trump's name from the center's website and YouTube page Monday, although it remains on the front of the building. Photo by Aaron Schwartz/UPI | License Photo June»»»

Bloomberg: Direct foreign investment amounts to $9 billion within the current fiscal year Beltone: Egyptian exports jump to $52.5 billion in 2017 Bloomberg agency has intensified recently its follow-up for the Egyptian economy’s performance indicators. According to its latest report, the foreign di»»»

LONDON: Gold prices fell to their lowest in more than two months on Monday, after last week’s strong US jobs data boosted expectations of a Federal Reserve rate hike, while Israel and Iran traded strikes, pushing oil prices higher and fueling inflation concerns. Spot gold fell ‌0.9 percent to $4,29»»»

AMMAN — Senate President Faisal Fayez and Iraqi Parliament Speaker Haibat Al Halbousi on Monday stressed the importance of advancing the Iraqi oil pipeline project through Jordan, as well as the electricity interconnection project, given their economic and strategic benefits for both countries.The »»»

AMMAN — The Amman Vision for Investment and Development (AVID) has unveiled its ninth package of investment opportunities, introducing a new set of land plots designated for commercial, recreational, tourism, sports and industrial projects across the capital.The company, which serves as the investm»»»

Alison Sargent is pleased to welcome Tiziano Breda, Senior Analyst for Latin America and the Caribbean at ACLED. He argues that Peru's chronic instability is rooted as much in institutional weaknesses as in electoral competition. The reintroduction of a bicameral legislature, he notes, may help cur»»»

He believed those who insisted he could wrap it all up by end of March, long before the November midterms. If not, the off-ramp would be easy to find. But did Donald Trump factor in that his main ally in the war against Iran was also guearing up for a campaign. Benjamin Netanyahu is running for re-»»»

The UAE welcomed the joint statement on Sudan, which reaffirmed the shared commitment to supporting a peaceful, democratic, and stable path forward in line with the aspirations of the brotherly Sudanese people. The UAE commended international and regional efforts, including the outcomes of the Berl»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has expressed its solidarity with the Philippines following an earthquake that struck the southern province of Davao Occidental, resulting in fatalities and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) conveyed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the famil»»»

If you are in Abha and looking to treat yourself to a hearty meal packed with slow-smoked protein, then head over to Rusticana in Al-Muftaha district. The menu is extensive and diverse, ranging from pizzas, burgers and pasta dishes featuring smoked beef at reasonable prices to premium cuts of meat »»»

Pope Leo XIV told Spanish bishops on Monday to provide reparations and adopt a "culture of care" ahead of an expected meeting with survivors of clergy sexual abuse during his weeklong visit to the country. The Spanish hierarchy had largely dismissed the scale of abuse in th»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Iraq over the victims of an accident involving a passenger bus that overturned near the city of Nasiriyah in southern Iraq, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its si»»»

BEIRUT: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun made a ​rare public appeal to the Israeli government and people in an interview with CNN aired ‌on Monday, ‌saying ​a ‌military solution “will ⁠never ​provide you ⁠with security and safety” for the people in northern Israel. “We are ready, we ⁠are willing, ‌we»»»

RAMALLAH: Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa has called for increased international pressure, particularly from European countries, to halt what he described as illegal Israeli measures and settler violence. Mustafa met on Monday with a high-level European delegation in Ramallah on the sid»»»

BERLIN: France and Germany have agreed to abandon a joint fighter jet program due to disagreements between the companies involved, Berlin said Monday in a blow to European efforts to boost defense cooperation. The Future Combat Air System (FCAS) program was launched in 2017 to replace France’s Rafa»»»

AL-JOUF: Jouf Gov. Prince Faisal bin Nawaf received Pakistan’s Ambassador to the Kingdom Ahmad Farooq in Sakaka on Monday. During the meeting, they exchanged cordial talks and discussed topics of mutual interest, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Farooq noted the development taking place across vari»»»

Washington, June.8 (SANA) Minister of Energy Mohammad al-Bashir held a bilateral meeting on Monday in Washington with Mark Rollins, Chief Executive Officer of HKN Energy, in the presence of Ross Perot Jr., Chairman of the Board of Hillwood Investment Group. The two sides explored prospects for coop»»»

“We shall not forget the crimes the previous government committed against defenceless children,” Prime Minister Péter Magyar said in a speech ahead of the agenda in parliament on Monday. Child protection system must be rebuilt: children lost trust in adults Magyar said that publishing the documenta»»»

Dramatic videos circulating on social media show strong winds and heavy rain sweeping through Indira Gandhi International Airport on Sunday evening, displacing ground equipment and striking three parked Air India aircraft near Terminal 2. Footage captures a passenger stepladder rolling into one of »»»

Dubai: A strong earthquake struck waters off the coast of western Cuba on Monday evening, with seismic monitoring agencies reporting a magnitude of between 6.1 and 6.4. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the earthquake occurred at 11:30 p.m. local time and was centred about 118 kilomet»»»

Gathered in front of City Hall on Monday, residents of Varna demanded the resignation of Mayor Blagomir Kotsev, holding up placards reading "We Want Better City for our Children". The protest was organized by Daniel Ivanov, an expatriate who said in a letter to the media that he does not represent »»»

Mohamed Awad, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI), conducted an inspection tour of the Alexandria Investors Services Centre and the Alexandria Public Free Zone to review operational performance and assess progress on development plans aimed at enhancing investor servic»»»

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki discussed bilateral relations, developments in the Horn of Africa, the conflict in Sudan, and Red Sea security during talks held in Cairo on Tuesday. According to a statement from the Egyptian presidency, the discussions »»»

Egypt has called for the swift conclusion of an agreement between the United States and Iran, warning that continued tensions in the Middle East risk exacerbating the region’s security, economic, and geopolitical challenges amid growing fears of a broader conflict. In a statement, Egypt’s Ministry »»»

Beltone Mortgage, a subsidiary of Beltone Holding, has signed a partnership agreement with Coldwell Banker Egypt to provide mortgage financing solutions for ready-to-move residential properties, aiming to simplify the home-buying process and expand access to financing. Under the agreement, homebuye»»»

Egypt’s Minister of Industry, Khaled Hashem, met with Yousrey El-Sharkawi, Chairperson of the Egyptian African Businessmen’s Association (EABA), to discuss ways to strengthen industrial cooperation between Egypt and African countries and promote greater industrial integration across the continent. »»»