Amir provides Amiri grant covering Hajj expenses for 180 Syrian pilgrims
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani provided an Amiri grant to cover the Hajj expenses for 180 pilgrims from the brotherly Syrian Arab Republic for the year 1447 AH/2026 AD. The Embassy of the State of Qatar in Damascus stated that "this step reflects the depth of brotherly rel»»»
Prominent Tunisian lawyer gets new jail term
TUNIS: Tunisian lawyer and media commentator Sonia Dahmani, who was released from detention last year, was sentenced on Monday to two years in prison over comments she made about the country’s jails, her lawyer said. A Tunis court issued the verdict following a hearing on Friday, according to defen»»»
ICC hosts grand ‘Eid Bazaar & Mehndi Night’
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) organised a grand “Eid Bazaar & Mehndi Night” as part of the Eid festivities on Friday, 22nd May and Saturday, 23rd May 2026 at the ICC Ashoka Hall, bringing together members of the Indian community in Qatar for two vibrant evenings filled »»»
ICBF’s 55th free medical camp benefits over 500 workers in Doha
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) successfully organised the 55th edition of its Free Medical Camp for blue-collar workers among the Indian diaspora in Qatar on Friday, 22nd May 2026, at American Hospital. The initiative reaffirmed ICBF’s mission of serving unde»»»
What the Al-Saadi arrest reveals about the threat of global decentralized terrorism
LONDON: Ivanka Trump, the daughter of US President Donald Trump, was allegedly singled out in a revenge plot linked to the 2020 US drone strike that killed Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani — a detail now casting fresh light on what US prosecutors describe as a sprawling Iran-linked terror network»»»
Qatar University virologist honoured in Saudi Arabia
Dr. Hadi Yassine receives Vaccine Research and Innovation Award in RiyadhTribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU) announced that Dr. Hadi Mohamad Yassine, a distinguished virologist and researcher at QU, received the Vaccine Research and Innovation Award during the 8th Saudi International Va»»»
QC extends Eid Al-Adha greetings and calls for Udhiyah donations
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has extended its warmest congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of the upcoming Eid Al-Adha to the leadership, government, and people of the State of Qatar as well as to residents and the wider Arab and Islamic nations. QC prayed to Almighty All»»»
Al-Babtain wins 3 power tenders
Al-Babtain Power and Telecommunication Company’s Finance Director Dr. Adel Zayed said Egypt has won three bids; one to manufacture power pylons worth EGP57 million, part of Samalout line, currently being implemented at costs reaching EGP100 million, and El-Sewedy power stations worth EGP150 million»»»
GCC Secretary-General declares Hezbollah a terrorist organization – Ya Libnan
Share: GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi announced that “we consider Hezbollah—including all its leaders, organizations, and factions—to be a “terrorist organization”, as GCC marked its 45th anniversary “ Al-Budaiwi issued official statements recognizing the bloc’s resilience and its continued»»»
Israeli escalation in Lebanon: Latest developments
Eight Israeli airstrikes hit the outskirts of Mashghara in West Bekaa on Monday evening as other strikes hit the southern towns of Shhour, Rishknanay, Arab Salim and Habboush and many villages in the Nabatieh district, as residents heavily fled Beirut's southern suburns, after Israeli PM Benjamin N»»»
Trump links normalizing ties with Israel to Iran peace deal
U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that Saudi Arabia and other Muslim-majority nations must normalize ties with Israel as part of efforts to reach a deal with Iran, adding fresh uncertainty into protracted peace negotiations. Progress on a deal to end the conflict that broke out in late Februa»»»
Syria extends Independence Day greetings to Jordan, emphasizes deepening bilateral ties
Damascus, May.25 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic extended its warmest congratulations to the Jordan, leadership and people, on the occasion of its Independence Day. In a statement issued on Monday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates voiced its wishes for continued security, stability, »»»
Senior US official hints Washington backs Israeli escalation in Lebanon
A senior U.S. official on Monday hinted that the Trump administration would support an escalation in Israeli military action in retaliation to "Hezbollah's violations of the ceasefire," U.S. news portal Axios said. "Hezbollah has ignored repeated requests to stop firing at Israel, including a recen»»»
Serbia’s Vucic accuses Brussels of dictating policy to Belgrade
The European Union’s demands that Serbia adjust its foreign policy to align with Brussels amount to an attempt to govern the country “by email,” Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has said during his state visit to China. Vucic, who arrived in Beijing on Sunday, was asked at a press conference abou»»»
Saudi Arabia’s premium dining sector turns to new financing models
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s rapidly expanding foodservice industry is fueling demand for new financing models as Vision 2030 accelerates tourism and hospitality growth. With restaurant sales rising about 7 percent annually, according to Bain & Co., alternative funding platforms are increasingly stepping»»»
What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Psychology of Effective Leadership’
In an era where workplaces are more volatile, uncertain, and emotionally demanding than ever, effective leadership is often described as elusive. But according to clinical and coaching psychologist Kate Pearlman-Shaw, the answer isn’t another corporate fad — it’s neuroscience, transactional analysi»»»
Netanyahu orders escalation of Lebanon offensive to 'crush' Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday he had ordered the military to intensify its offensive in Lebanon in an effort to "crush" Hezbollah, accusing the group of targeting Israeli forces with drone attacks. "I have ordered an even greater acceleration of our operations," Netanyahu sa»»»
A process not an event: but Brejoin is in the air
Brejoin is in the air in the UK, where Wes Streeting and Andy Burnham, the two Labour politicians most likely to succeed the desperately beleaguered prime minister Keir Starmer, say that they want the UK to rejoin the EU, with Streeting describing Brexit as a “catastrophic mistake”. Starmer’s gover»»»
Oman bans food delivery motorcycles on main roads to boost traffic safety and cut Accidents
Oman's Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has banned food delivery motorcycles from using main roads in a move aimed at improving road safety and reducing traffic accidents, according to a ministerial circular. The ministry said the decision was introduced following co»»»
Syrian Chargé d’Affaires submits credentials to Omani foreign ministry undersecretary
Muscat, May.25 (SANA) Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Syrian Arab Republic in the Sultanate of Oman, Khaled al-Ayoubi, submitted his credentials to Undersecretary of the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Administrative and Financial Affairs, Khalid bin Hashel al-Muslahi, during a ceremo»»»
Democratic Bulgaria Condemns Russian Strike near Kyiv
In a statement released to the media on Monday, Democratic Bulgaria strongly condemned the latest large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine, including the reported use of the Oreshnik ballistic missile near Kyiv. The coalition urged President Iliana Iotova and the government to issue an unequivocal con»»»
Sharjah prepares 698 mosques for Eid Al Adha prayers across Emirate, timings announced
The Sharjah Department of Islamic Affairs has completed its preparations to receive worshippers for Eid Al Adha prayers, allocating 698 mosques across the emirate's cities and regions for the occasion, known as the "Festival of Sacrifice", one of the two most important festivals in the Islamic cale»»»
Iran Hangs Another Protester as Dozens More Risk Execution
Iran on Monday executed a man on charges related to protests this year, the latest in a spree of hangings on political or security accusations since the start of the US-Israeli war with dozens more risking execution, rights groups said. Some three dozen men have been hanged on charges related to pr»»»
Trump slams ‘losers’ criticizing Iran deal
US President Donald Trump has lashed out at critics of a still-unfinished peace deal with Iran, saying negotiations with Tehran are proceeding in an “orderly and constructive manner” but that he has instructed his representatives “not to rush” into an agreement. Trump insisted that any deal reached»»»
Iran’s Top Envoys Discussing Potential Peace Deal in Qatar
Iran's top negotiator and its foreign minister were in Doha for talks with Qatar's prime minister on a potential deal with the US to end the three-month-old war, an official briefed on the visit said on Monday, after Washington and Tehran played down hopes for an imminent breakthrough. US Secretary»»»
Hajj to experience milder weather as pilgrimage moves into spring and winter
This year's Hajj season (2026) coincides with the last days of spring. The Hajj in 2025 marked the end of the summer heat and was declared the last to take place during the summer months before returning to that season again after approximately 25 years. This is due to the nature of the Islamic lun»»»
Pilgrims converge on Mina as intensive Hajj phase begins ahead of Arafat
MINA: More than 1.6 million pilgrims have gathered in Mina as Hajj enters the Day of Tarwiyah, marking the start of the most intensive phase ahead of Arafat Day on May 26. The number of foreign pilgrims has reached 1,518,153, a 0.8 percent increase from 2025, according to a report. Following the Su»»»
Trump’s Truth Social Post leaves many questions unanswered
RIYADH: US President Donald Trump said Monday he had asked several countries to join the Abraham Accords to normalize relations with Israel as part of an agreement with Iran. The countries included Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt, Jordan and Turkiye. The president said he spoke on Saturday to »»»
Qatar to host Lebanon-Yemen match in AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers on June 4
Doha Doha will host the Lebanon-Yemen match in the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Qualifiers on June 4 at Hamad Bin Khalifa Stadium, the Local Organizing Committee for Football Events announced on Monday. The match was originally scheduled to be played in Beirut on March 31, before Lebanon's home »»»
Israeli Fire Kills Six-Year-Old Girl and a Woman in Gaza, Medics Say
An Israeli airstrike on a tent in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday killed two people including a six-year-old girl and wounded 17 other people, including children, Palestinian health officials said. Medics said the Israeli airstrike on a tent encampment of displaced families in the Mawasi area of »»»
Trump links normalising ties with Israel to Iran peace deal
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday said Saudi Arabia and other Gulf nations must normalise ties with Israel as part of efforts to reach a deal with Iran, adding fresh uncertainty into protracted peace negotiations. Progress over a deal to end the conflict that broke out in late Februar»»»
Sofia Has Potential to Be Driver of Innovation in Europe, Sofia Mayor Says
Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev wrote on Facebook that Bulgaria’s capital has the potential to become a driver of innovation in Europe. His comments came after a visit to the Institute of Molecular Biology at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences in connection with the construction of the new BioMedRTC rese»»»
Israeli Opposition Leader Lapid Says Trump’s Emerging Deal with Iran Is ‘Bad for the Region’
The deal being discussed between the US and Iran fails to achieve any of Israel’s goals for the war, Israel’s opposition leader Yair Lapid said on Monday, as he accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of failing to influence a better agreement. Lapid, who is part of an alliance attempting to unse»»»
Leaders Keep a Wary Eye on Belarus for Signs It Might Offer Russia Help in Ukraine
Belarus' exiled opposition leader visited Kyiv on Monday as the Ukrainian capital cleaned up after Russia’s biggest missile attack of the year, and world leaders kept a close eye on how much support the Belarusian government is ready to provide for Moscow’s all-out invasion. Russia and ally Belarus»»»
GCC Secretary-General highlights Council's strategic achievements, global standing
Riyadh, Oman: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) continues to advance steadily toward deeper Gulf integration despite unprecedented regional developments and challenges, Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi affirmed on Monday. Marking the 45th anniversary of the founding of the Gulf Cooperatio»»»
Kuwait Airways announces 12 new summer destinations for 2026, expands global network to 54 routes
Kuwait Airways said it would launch commercial flights to 12 summer destinations from June as part of its operational plan for the 2026 summer travel season. According to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), Acting Chief Executive Abdulwahab Al Shatti said the destinations include Sarajevo, Malaga, Alexa»»»
Saudi Arabia issues first operational permit for drone-based medicine deliveries in the holy sites during 2026 Hajj season
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation has issued the Kingdom’s first operational permit for the delivery of medicines and medical logistics using drones in the holy sites in Mecca during the 2026 Hajj season. The authority said the move formed part of broader efforts to expand the use »»»
Qatar to host Lebanon v Yemen AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier on June 4
Doha, Qatar: The Local Organising Committee for Football Events (LOC) has announced that the Lebanon v Yemen AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier will take place on June 4 at Grand Hamad Stadium in Doha, Qatar. Originally scheduled for March 31, 2026 in Beirut, Lebanon will now play their home match on neu»»»
Shura Council congratulates leadership on Eid Al-Adha, proffers proposal on sports clubs
Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Shura Council has called for a broader social, cultural and educational role for sports clubs, as lawmakers submitted a proposal aimed at strengthening their contribution to national identity and youth development. During a sitting chaired by the Speaker HE Hassan bin Abdullah »»»
Shura Council pushes broader social role for sports clubs
Doha The Shura Council has called for a broader social, cultural and educational role for sports clubs, as lawmakers submitted a proposal aimed at strengthening their contribution to national identity and youth development. During a sitting chaired by Speaker HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim on Mon»»»
Reaction to college dorm attack exposes European hypocrisy – George Galloway (VIDEO)
EU leaders are losing their remaining credibility by condemning Russia’s retaliatory strikes against Ukrainian military targets while ignoring Kiev’s deadly drone attack on a college dorm in the Lugansk People’s Republic, former British MP George Galloway has said. Ukraine struck a teacher training»»»
Israeli media: Launched from Lebanon, two drones hit a military base and a settlement in the North and caused fire in one of the two positions - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli media: Launched from Lebanon, two drones hit a military base and a settlement in the North and caused fire in one of the two positi»»»
Saudi urges Hajj pilgrims to use umbrellas, follow heat-safety measures as temperatures forecast to reach 47°C
Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health urged Hajj pilgrims to use sun umbrellas and follow preventive health measures to reduce risks linked to extreme heat during the 2026 pilgrimage season, as temperatures in Mecca and the holy sites are forecast to reach 47°C. The ministry said umbrellas could»»»
EU leaders silent on deadly Ukrainian attack on college dorm
The European Union’s top brass and the leaders of several member states have issued statements on the latest exchange of strikes between Kiev and Moscow that ignore the recent deadly Ukrainian attack on a college dormitory that preceded Russian retaliatory strikes. According to the Russian authorit»»»
Bangladesh opens first refugee camp center to preserve Rohingya heritage, identity
Dhaka: Inside the crowded camps of a coastal Bangladeshi district, where makeshift shelters are home to over 1 million refugees, a new center aims to preserve the heritage of the Rohingya people, an entire generation of whom has been growing up disconnected from their historical roots and cultural »»»
Egypt’s Stock Exchange Shows Resilience: Key Indices Climb Amidst Regional Volatility
Egypt’s stock market (EGX) concluded last week the trading session on a high note, demonstrating resilience in a region often characterized by economic unpredictability. The main index, EGX30, climbed by 0.73% to close at 29,605.12 points, reflecting investor optimism in large-cap stocks. Meanwhile»»»
Police fire shots in air to disperse angry crowds at DR Congo Ebola treatment centre
Police fire shots in air to disperse angry crowds at DR Congo Ebola treatment centre Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEmery Makumeno,BBC Africa, KinshasaandHafsa Khalil ReutersHealth workers handling the bodies of people suspected to have died from Ebola have to be very careful in order t»»»
QU virologist wins vaccine research and innovation award in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: A Qatar University (QU) virologist has won a prestigious award during the 8th Saudi International Vaccination Forum (SIVF) held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the university announced on Monday. A university statement said Dr. Hadi Mohamad Yassine received the Vaccine Research and I»»»
Report: Wealth of Hungary’s elite under Orbán ‘being flown out from Vienna’ after election defeat – UPDATE: tax authority
Report: Wealth of Hungary’s elite under Orbán ‘being flown out from Vienna’ after election defeat – UPDATE: tax authority Search: Skip to content Politics Hungarian politics EU relations Foreign affairs Migration Business Artificial intelligence Economy Energy Finance Labour market Real estate Trav»»»
Hungary PM cuts Vienna trip as events dropped
Hungary PM cuts Vienna trip as events dropped Search: Skip to content Politics Hungarian politics EU relations Foreign affairs Migration Business Artificial intelligence Economy Energy Finance Labour market Real estate Travel Tourism Budapest Countryside & beyond Lake Balaton Traffic Public transpo»»»