Gulf News 7m

What the Alpha Program means for Emirati students’ future careers

As part of its strategic vision for early investment in national talent, the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) incollaboration with the Nafis Youth Council has announced the launch of the second batch of the 'Alpha Program. ETCC has partnered with Emirates National Schools in Abu Dhabi »»»

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Gulf News 19m

Dubai Police reveal futuristic AI patrols at ISNR 2026

Dubai: Dubai Police showcased its latest smart security technologies and future policing initiatives at the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR 2026) in Abu Dhabi, with Commander-in-Chief Lieutenant General Abdulla Khalifa Al Marri highlighting the force’s focus on a»»»

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Gulf News 23m

QIA, COFIDES launch €300m Ispania growth fund to back Spanish SMEs, green transition and digital Innovation

Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and Spanish state-owned financial institution COFIDES have signed an agreement to launch a €300 million ($327 million) joint investment fund aimed at supporting strategic projects across Spain, with a focus on green transition, digital transformation and technologic»»»

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Arab News 35m

Residents turn to community patrols as illegal gold mining grows in Ghana

JEMA: As day broke in a remote part of western Ghana, a priest, farmers and other residents combed through the forests, looking for signs of illegal gold mining.They have done this for the past year as part of a grassroots task force created to combat the mining that has poisoned rivers in one of t»»»

Arab News 37m

Turkiye helping in talks over Hamas fighters holed up in Gaza, sources say

Turkiye is working with the United States and Arab mediators to secure safe passage for Hamas fighters who are holed up in tunnels in the Israel-controlled area of Gaza, a Palestinian source, a Hamas official and Turkish officials said on Monday.The fate of about 200 fighters has complicated effort»»»

UPI 43m

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer secures trade deal with 6 Persian Gulf countries - UPI.com

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a new trade deal for the United Kingdom with six Persian Gulf countries. File Photo by Hugo Philpott/UPI | License Photo May 20 (UPI) -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday announced a trade agreement with six Persian Gulf countries that he»»»

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Arab News 47m

Syrian army, NATO forces take part in Turkiye military drills

LONDON: The Syrian Arab Army took part in the Efes 2026 land, naval and air forces drills in Turkiye alongside 50 countries from Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Efes 2026 has been taking place since April 20 in the western Izmir province on the Aegean Sea and will conclude tomorrow. It fe»»»

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Jordan Times 59m

Jordan, UAE strengthen economic, investment ties — JBA

AMMAN — Chairman of Jordanian Businessmen Association (JBA) Ayman Alawneh, and Hamad Al Matrooshi, Chargé d'Affairesat the UAE Embassy in Jordan, on Wednesday discussed prospects for economic, investment and trade cooperation between the two countries.According to a JBA statement, Alawneh stressed »»»

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Arab News 1h

Saudi ambassador brings Saudi Coffee Day to life in Tokyo

TOKYO: Saudi Ambassador Dr. Ghazi Faisal Binzaqr turned the Tokyo embassy into a lively celebration of the Kingdom’s culture for “Saudi Coffee Day,” welcoming Japanese guests to experience the warmth and flavor of the country’s coffee and dates. “Today, the embassy welcomed a distinguished gatherin»»»

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Arab News 1h

UN aid chief hails talks with Sudan army leader

PORT SUDAN: UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher held Tuesday what he called “constructive” talks with Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan to ensure life-saving aid reaches all corners of the war-ravaged country.Since April 2023, the war between Sudan’s army and the paramilitary Rapid Support F»»»

UPI 1h

U.S. levels criminal charges against ex-Cuban President Raúl Castro - UPI.com

The former president of Cuba Raul Castro attends a parade held to observe May Day, or International Workers' Day, in Havana on May 1, 2025. He now faces homicide charges accusing him authorizing the 1996 shootdown of aircraft operated by Brothers to the Rescue, a Cuban American exile organization. »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Parliament Chair Dotsova to Lead Delegation to Vatican and Rome for Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius

A Bulgarian parliamentary delegation, led by National Assembly Chair Mihaela Dotsova, will visit the Vatican and Rome for May 24, the Day of Saints Cyril and Methodius, marked as the Day of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and Slavic Literature, Parliament's press centre said on Wedne»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UK trade deal with GCC countries set to boost economy by £3.7 billion

Britain on Wednesday struck a long-awaited trade agreement with the six Gulf Cooperation Council states, the first such deal between the bloc and a Group of Seven country. The agreement with the GCC -- which includes Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates -- is set »»»

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UPI 1h

Former Spanish PM Zapatero investigated in kickback scheme - UPI.com

National police agents gather confiscated files and material into a vehicle of the Spanish Central Operative Unit during a police raid at the office of former Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero in Madrid on Tuesday. Photo by Rodrigo Jimenez/EPA May 20 (UPI) -- Former Spanish Prime »»»

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Ministero di affari esteri Turchia 2h

No: 97, 20 May 2026, Regarding the Use of Violence by an Israeli Minister Against Detained Participants of the Global Sumud Flotilla

We condemn in the strongest terms the verbal and physical violence inflicted by an Israeli minister against the participants of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was unlawfully intercepted by Israel in international waters. The minister concerned, who is one of the key figures in the ongoing genocid»»»

Gulf News 2h

Israel under fire after video of detained flotilla activists sparks outrage

Paris, France: A video posted by Israel's far-right national security minister showing detained activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla with hands bound and foreheads on the ground, sparked condemnation from numerous governments on Wednesday. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app»»»

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Arab News 2h

UK becomes first G7 nation to secure $5bn GCC trade deal

RIYADH: The UK has become the first G7 nation to secure a trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, in a deal projected to add £3.7 billion ($5 billion) annually to the British economy. According to a UK government statement, the agreement with the six-member GCC bloc is also expected to g»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar launches summer cultural season across Canada

Ottawa, Canada and Doha, Qatar: As Canada prepares to co-host the FIFA World Cup 2026, Qatar’s Years of Culture initiative is bringing a summer-long cultural programme to cities across Canada, featuring exhibitions, fashion, public art, film, literature, and dialogue to cities across Canada. Markin»»»

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Arab News 2h

Saudi Arabia through the royal lens

JEDDAH: “For 35 years, I’ve been photographing in black and white analog. And this is my whole career.” With these words, Princess Reem Al-Faisal reflects on a lifetime devoted to the art of image-making, a journey that has evolved from shadow and light to a profound exploration of color, identity »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Iraq rejects use of its territory for attacks on UAE and Saudi Arabia

Dubai: Iraq has reiterated its rejection of any use of its territory or airspace to launch attacks against neighbouring countries, including the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, and pledged firm action against those responsible. According to a statement posted on the Iraqi Prime Minister’s Of»»»

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UPI 2h

Trump plans visit to G7 summit in France this summer - UPI.com

Leaders of the G7 nations, from left, Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, U.S. President Donald Trump, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, pose for»»»

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Arab News 2h

New UAE oil pipeline bypassing Hormuz '50% complete'

DUBAI: The UAE’s new crude pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz is about 50 percent complete, the head of ADNOC said on Wednesday, adding that ​global oil flows may take at least four months to recover to 80 percent of pre-conflict levels after the Iran war ends. Tehran has largely kept the wate»»»

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Sputnik 3h

Trump Jokes He Could Run for Prime Minister in Israel After His Current Term

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, jokingly, that he could try running for the post of the prime minister in Israel after his presidential term is finished, citing his popularity among the Israeli people. "Maybe after I do this I'll go to Israel and run for prime mi»»»

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Sana 3h

Syrian Embassy in Washington condemns terrorist attack on San Diego Islamic Center

Washington May 20 (SANA) The Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic to the United States of America condemned in the strongest possible terms the brutal terrorist attack that targeted an Islamic center in San Diego, California. The assault resulted in several casualties, including Syrian citizens resi»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Morocco, France Prepare Treaty to Foster Ties

Moroccan and French foreign ministers said on Wednesday the two countries are preparing to sign a treaty to strengthen ties during an upcoming state visit by King Mohammed VI to France. The treaty will be the first Morocco signs with a European country, Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser ‌Bourita tol»»»

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Arab News 3h

Koora Break bets on Saudi football content boom with new HQ

RIYADH: Walking through Koora Break’s new headquarters in Riyadh, one can quickly see how far the company has come since its launch in 2022. A mural stretching across one of the office walls documents every milestone in the company’s journey, while empty pentagonal spaces have been left open for fu»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Int'l Outrage over Israeli Minister's Treatment of Gaza Flotilla Activists

Türkiye on Wednesday slammed the Israeli government after its National Security Minister, Itamar ‌Ben-Gvir, posted a video showing activists on an intercepted Gaza-bound flotilla kneeling and with their hands tied. The foreign ministry in Ankara said far-right minister Ben-Gvir "has once again open»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Israeli Lawmakers Advance Bill to Dissolve Parliament

Israeli lawmakers voted on Wednesday to advance a bill submitted by the ruling coalition of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu which would dissolve parliament and pave the way for early elections. In a preliminary reading, 110 out of 120 lawmakers voted in favor and none against, while the rest did »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 economic impact exceeds QR2.8 billion

Doha, Qatar: The economic impact of the FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 exceeded 2.89 billion Qatari riyals (790 million U.S. dollars), according to figures released by The Supreme Committee for Delivery and Legacy, highlighting the tournament’s contribution to tourism, hospitality, transport, and media s»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Trump Says Negotiations with Iran in Final Stages, Warns of Attacks if Deal Fails

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that negotiations with Iran were in the final stages, while warning of further attacks unless Iran agrees to a deal. Six weeks since Trump paused Operation Epic Fury for a ceasefire, talks to end the war have shown little progress so far. Trump has said t»»»

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Arab News 4h

Syria seizes 25m captagon pills, arrests 7 suspects

LONDON: Syrian authorities seized 25 million captagon pills bound for smuggling and arrested seven members of an international trafficking network in a large and sophisticated operation. On Wednesday, Syria’s Drug Enforcement Administration discovered drugs hidden inside a shipment of pottery conta»»»

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Arab News 4h

UAE urges Iraq to prevent attacks from its territory ‘immediately’

DUBAI: The UAE demanded on Wednesday that Iraq “immediately” prevent further attacks from its territory, following an accusation by the Emirates that a drone targeting a nuclear plant was launched from there. The foreign ministry in a statement called on “Iraq to prevent all hostile acts originatin»»»

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Qatar Tribune 4h

FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 generated QR2.89 billion of economic impact

DOHA: The FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025, which took place from December 1-18, 2025, generated a total of QR2.89 billion of economic value for the local economy, the Local Organising Committee for Football Events (LOC) has announced. An economic impact assessment conducted in partnership with Nielsen Spo»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Sheikh Mohammed reviews UAE Agentic AI transformation plans

Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said the UAE was accelerating efforts to transform half of its government services and operations through artificial intelligence as part of a broader push to become a global »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Qatar Olympic Academy concludes its lectures on strategic management in sports organizations.

Doha: The Qatar Olympic Academy has concluded the second semester lectures of the Diploma in Sports and Olympic Institutions Management in its sixteenth edition, accredited by the International Olympic Committee, Olympic Solidarity, and the International Olympic Academy. This semester focused on a »»»

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UPI 5h

Xi, Putin resurrect Siberia gas pipeline talks but fail to reach deal - UPI.com

Despite a raft of unrelated agreements resulting from talks between President Vladimir Putin (L) and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday, the pair failed to make progress on a long-planned 1,615 mile second pipeline from Siberia to supply China with natural gas. Photo by Alexander Kazakov/EPA»»»

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Arab News 5h

Israeli minister sparks outcry after posting video taunting detained flotilla activists

JERUSALEM: Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted a video on Wednesday showing detained activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla kneeling with their hands tied behind their backs and foreheads on the ground. The footage, published on Ben Gvir’s X account and captioned “Wel»»»

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Arab News 5h

Saudi FM praises Trump for giving ‘diplomacy a chance’ to end Iran war

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia highly appreciates US President Donald Trump’s decision to give diplomacy a chance to reach an acceptable agreement to end the war on Iran, the Kingdom’s Foreign Minister said on Wednesday. In a post on X, Prince Faisal bin Farhan said: “The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia highly appre»»»

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Gulf News 5h

UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 dispatches urgent humanitarian aid aircraft carrying 100 tonnes to Gaza

Dubai: A new UAE humanitarian aid aircraft departed this morning from Al Maktoum International Airport bound for Al Arish city in the Arab Republic of Egypt, in preparation for the delivery of its cargo into the Gaza Strip. The mission forms part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 and comes within th»»»

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Arab News 6h

Cate Blanchett unveils Displacement Film Fund winners

DUBAI: Cate Blanchett returned to the Cannes Film Festival this week to unveil the second cohort of filmmakers selected for the Displacement Film Fund, a global initiative supporting stories shaped by migration, exile and forced displacement. The Oscar-winning actor and UNHCR Global Goodwill Ambass»»»

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Arab News 6h

Tunisia lifts ban on prominent rights group

TUNIS: Tunisian authorities have lifted a ban on the local branch of prominent international NGO Avocats Sans Frontieres, the branch said on Wednesday without providing further details on the measure. ASF said in a statement it was “resuming activities starting May 20” after the ban, imposed on May»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 6h

DB Files Complaint with General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime on Peevski's Trips to Dubai, Public Procurement Influence

Democratic Bulgaria (DB) filed a complaint with the General Directorate for Combating Organized Crime (GDCOC), providing information that raises reasonable suspicion of possible improper influence in the awarding and execution of public contracts. The reason for the report is Delyan Peevski’s frequ»»»

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Novinite 6h

BIRD.bg: Liechtenstein Files Allegedly Expose Peevski Financial NetworkOpinions

Investigative outlet BIRD.bg has published what it says are previously unseen official documents from the Financial Intelligence Unit of Liechtenstein, outlining an alleged complex financial structure involving concealed ownership and cross-border transactions. The reports reportedly place Bulgaria»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Colliers report highlights steady growth across UAE real estate sector

A report issued by Colliers, the diversified professional services and investment management company, on the performance of the UAE real estate market during the first quarter of 2026, revealed that the sector has entered a new phase of balanced and sustainable growth following the exceptional mome»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

UAE urges Iraq to prevent attacks from its territory 'immediately'

Dubai: The UAE demanded on Wednesday that Iraq "immediately" prevent further attacks from its territory, following an accusation by the Emirates that a drone targeting a nuclear plant was launched from there. The foreign ministry in a statement called on "Iraq to prevent all hostile acts originatin»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Five people die in house fire in Kuwait’s Jleeb area

Five people were killed after a fire broke out in a house in Kuwait’s Jleeb Al Shuyoukh area on Wednesday, the country’s General Fire Force said. Firefighters from the Al Somoud and Ardiya fire stations responded to the blaze and brought the fire under control, according to a statement carried by K»»»

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Naharnet 7h

UAE urges Iraq to prevent attacks from its territory 'immediately'

The UAE demanded on Wednesday that Iraq "immediately" prevent further attacks from its territory, following an accusation by the Emirates that a drone targeting a nuclear plant was launched from there. The foreign ministry in a statement called on "Iraq to prevent all hostile acts originating from »»»

Middle East Observer 7h

EGX rebounds as domestic buying lifts market after recent correction

Cairo — Egypt’s stock market rebounded on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, recovering part of the previous session’s losses as local buying returned to the market following several days of broad-based declines. The benchmark EGX30 rose 1.48% to 52,774.98 points, according to data from the Egyptian Exchange (E»»»

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The Peninsula 7h

Cabinet approves draft law to regulate social professions in Qatar

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired on Wednesday morning the Cabinet's regular meeting at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali A»»»

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Arab News 7h

Saudi Arabia steps up with operational plan to enhance pilgrims’ services during Hajj

RIYADH: Saudi ministries are implementing operational plans for this year’s Hajj pilgrimage with regulatory, supervisory and social initiatives aimed at improving services and the pilgrim experience. The ministry of interior has initiated strict measures for the Hajj season under the slogan “No Haj»»»

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