Analysis: What happens next in Lebanon as Hezbollah rejects ceasefire with Israel?
BEIRUT: Lebanon’s Presidential Palace was awaiting the response of Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, a close Hezbollah ally, to the ceasefire framework outlined in Thursday’s joint Lebanese-Israeli declaration issued after a new round of US-mediated negotiations. Berri’s reaction was mixed, backing s»»»
Russia goes on the offensive against Armenian PM Pashinyan
Days before Armenia’s parliamentary elections on June 7, Russia is carrying out a full-scale offensive and campaign of pressure against the government of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, which has the strongest chances of winning. Not only President Vladimir Putin, but also the leaders of the »»»
Qatar National Library launches second cycle of "Keys to Palestine" initiative
Doha: Qatar National Library has launched the second cycle of "Keys to Palestine," its community-driven digital initiative dedicated to preserving the lived experiences and collective memory of Palestinians. The launch was marked by an event titled "Keys to Palestine: Memory, Stories, and Documenta»»»
Pope Leo urges leaders to listen to the world’s cries for peace
MADIRD: Pope Leo XIV on Saturday hailed Spain, whose government has opposed wars in Gaza, Iran, and Ukraine, for its “commitment to peace and solidarity among peoples” during a state visit. “I express my gratitude to your country for its faithful adherence to international law and multilateralism, »»»
M&P Group expands global reach through new strategic partnerships at Cairo forum
M&P Group, a public affairs and strategic communications firm, has expanded its international footprint through a series of strategic partnerships announced during the seventh edition of the Mosaic International Forum for Strategic Affairs – Middle East and Africa Edition, held in Cairo. Organised »»»
Egypt condemns Iranian attack on Kuwait and Bahrain as US-Iran deadlock persists over $24bn
Egypt strongly condemned an Iranian attack targeting Kuwait and Bahrain on Saturday, describing it as a dangerous escalation that threatens the security and stability of the Arabian Gulf and the wider region. In a statement, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the attack a blatant viola»»»
Albanians protest Jared Kushner-backed resort plan on nature reserve
Protesters on Saturday gathered at the Vjosa-Narta lagoon, a nature reserve on the Albanian coast, to denounce a plan by US President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, to build a luxury resort inan environmentally sensitive area. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama has insisted that "top" ex»»»
Israeli strike in Gaza kills 7 people, including 2 women
CAIRO: An Israeli strike killed at least seven Palestinians, including two women, in Gaza on Saturday, health officials said, as mediators restarted talks in Cairo with Hamas and other factions over safeguarding a strained ceasefire agreement. Medics said seven people were killed and 15 others, in»»»
QRCS's Eid Al-Adha Sacrifice campaign reaches over 247,000 beneficiaries in 14 Nations
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS), through its Eid Al-Adha Sacrifice Campaign 1447 AH, reached 247,344 beneficiaries in Qatar and 13 nations across Asia and Africa: Palestine/Gaza, Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Yemen, Sudan, Somalia, Niger, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Uganda, The Gambia, an»»»
The EU’s ‘strictest-ever migration law’ won’t change anything
The European Union’s new migration rules, agreed upon in principle by lawmakers and state representatives, will allow EU countries to transfer rejected asylum seekers to third countries if they cannot be returned to their countries of origin. They also introduce stricter rules for dealing with ille»»»
Minister of Investment engages UK business leaders to promote investment opportunities in Jordan
AMMAN — Investment Minister Tareq Abu Ghazaleh held a series of economic meetings with business and trade representatives in London to promote investment in Jordan, strengthen partnerships and attract qualitative investments.Abu Ghazaleh participated in a roundtable discussion hosted by British Exp»»»
Egypt steps up preparations to host OECD MENA ministerial meeting
Ahmed Rostom, Minister of Planning and Economic Development, has held talks with Luca Sabbatucci, Italy’s Permanent Representative to international organisations in Paris, and Esen Altuğ, Türkiye’s Permanent Representative to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), as Egy»»»
Union of Arab Banks names Qatar's Finance Minister “Personality of the Year 2026”
PARIS: The Union of Arab Banks has selected the Minister of Finance, H E Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari, as the recipient of the “Leadership Visionary- Personality of the Year 2026” award, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the development of financial policies and the enhancement of the e»»»
Torrential rain In January generated both positive and negative repercussions on national economy (IACE)
Tunis, June 6 (TAP)- "The torrential rain which battered Tunisia on January 19-21 generated both positive and negative repercussions on the national economy," reads a note released recently by the Arab Institute of Business Leaders. According to...»»»
Outgoing Mossad chief oversaw expansion of covert operations against Iran and Hezbollah, report says
LONDON: Outgoing Mossad chief David Barnea transformed Israel’s spy agency into a force capable of influencing conflicts across multiple fronts in the Middle East, according to a wide-ranging report published by the Jerusalem Post as he concluded his five-year tenure. The report, published on Satur»»»
Iran attacks Bahrain, Kuwait after U.S. hits surveillance radar sites - UPI.com
Iran fired upon Kuwait and Bahrain after the United States attacked surveillance sites in Iran Friday. File Photo by Ismael Mohamad/UPI | License Photo June 6 (UPI) -- The United States said it intercepted several Iranian ballistic missiles and drones shot toward the Strait of Hormuz, the Persian G»»»
Lebanon inaugurates Rene Mouawad Airport as its second international airport
BEIRUT: Lebanon’s government on Saturday inaugurated the country’s second international airport, which is expected to open to the public within weeks. A jet carrying Prime Minister Nawaf Salam landed at Rene Mouawad Airport, where he led the ceremony at the facility in Lebanon’s northwest, close to»»»
Commercial movement after opening the new Suez Canal
The new Suez Canal will enhance the commercial movement especially in the Canal cities, Angy Essam will explain the effect of the new Suez Canal on the commercial sector Most of the investors and experts regard the new Suez Canal as a step on the right track toward achieving the targeted economic d»»»
Saudi Arabia showcases culinary, linguistic works at global fair
RIYADH: The Culinary Arts Commission is showcasing Saudi gastronomic heritage at the Kingdom’s pavilion at the Kuala Lumpur International Book Fair through publications highlighting culinary arts as part of the Kingdom’s cultural identity. Among the featured works is “Sufra: Saudi Feast,” published»»»
Egyptian Official to Asharq Al-Awsat: Syria Nominates New Ambassador Instead of Al-Ahmad, Approval Under Way
The crisis surrounding Syria's nomination of Mohammad Taha Al-Ahmad as its ambassador to Egypt, first revealed in an Asharq Al-Awsat report published on June 1, appears to be heading toward a resolution. An Egyptian official source told Asharq Al-Awsat that Cairo has received the name of a new nomi»»»
India’s viral Gen-Z ‘cockroach party’ takes online movement to Delhi streets
NEW DELHI: Supporters of India’s viral cockroach-themed youth movement staged their first protest in New Delhi on Saturday, after gaining massive online support among young Indians and weeks of dominating social media feeds and news headlines. The Cockroach Janta Party, an online movement that star»»»
GCC chief emphasizes youth role in achieving national visions
RIYADH: Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Albudaiwi said Gulf youth are a key pillar in building the future of GCC states and achieving their national visions, the Saudi Press Agency reported. On Gulf Youth Day, observed annually on June 6, Albudaiwi highlighted the contributions of »»»
Pope Urges Leaders to Temper Divisions at Start of Spain Trip
Pope Leo on Saturday urged global leaders to avoid dividing their electorates with "sterile simplifications" to gain popularity and called on them to listen to the world's cries for peace, in a forceful speech opening a week-long tour of Spain. "Today, the temptation to gain popularity by fanning t»»»
President Calls for Justice for Thracian Bulgarians at Memorial Gathering
President Iliana Iotova expressed hope that justice will one day be achieved for the Thracian Bulgarians in an address delivered Saturday at the National Youth Thracian Gathering at Ilieva Niva. The event marked the 30th anniversary of the opening of the Ilieva Niva Memorial Complex and the 113th a»»»
Wrth opens doors to traditional Najdi craftsmanship
RIYADH: In traditional Najdi homes, doors were never merely entrances; they reflected the identity of a household, showcased the artistic taste of its owners, and carried the signature of craftsmen who spent countless hours transforming wood into intricate works of art designed to endure for genera»»»
Aoun: Hezbollah’s chief does not represent the Lebanese people – Ya Libnan
Share: File photo of Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Commenting on the speech by Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem in which he rejected the. ceasefire deal between Lebanon and Israel, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told CNN on Friday that Qassem does not represent the Lebanese people and that the Lebanese»»»
Yediot Ahronoth: Netanyahu Desperately Invoked Beaufort Castle Amid Setbacks in Northern Front
An article in the Hebrew newspaper Yediot Aharonot by writer Hen Artzi said that “the Prime Minister, in an attempt to repair public opinion amid the faltering operation in the north, has desperately invoked Beaufort Castle to manufacture a sense of national pride.” The article, published on Saturd»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 07:30, a Merkava tank at the newly established Blat site with an Ababil loitering glider [FPV], achieving a confirmed hit: statement 2 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 07:30, a Merkava tank at the newly established Blat site with an Ababil »»»
Araghchi Urges Lebanon President to Save Country From 'Real Foe'
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday urged Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to save Lebanon from its "real foe," Israel, a day after Aoun called on Tehran to stop interfering in his country's affairs. "Based on Mr. Aoun's comments, one would think it's Iran that has occupied one-fifth »»»
Lebanon Launches Rehabilitation of its Second Airport
Lebanon launched the rehabilitation of its second airport on Saturday, in preparation for an opening within months, at a time when the country faces constant fighting between Hezbollah and Israel. Lebanon currently has one international airport, in Beirut next to the capital's southern suburbs, a H»»»
UAE: Attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait violate sovereignty and stability
Dubai: The UAE has strongly condemned the Iranian terrorist attacks targeting both Bahrain and Kuwait with missiles and drones, reaffirming its support for the two Gulf nations amid one of the most serious regional security escalations in recent years. In two separate statements issued on Saturday,»»»
Lebanon considers its largest amnesty in 35 years but some are protesting
Samira Bou Saab had hoped to see the execution of the man who was sentenced to death for killing her son. Instead, he eventually could be released under a sweeping draft amnesty law in Lebanon that is revealing the country's complex history of loyalties and conflict. Lebanon's largest amnesty since»»»
Israel, Hezbollah continue to trade attacks
Lebanon's leaders issued pointed calls for Iran to stop interfering in their country's affairs on Friday, as Israel and Tehran-backed Hezbollah traded attacks after a new truce deal was flatly rejected by the group. Lebanese state media reported fresh Israeli strikes on more than 40 locations Frida»»»
Two Palestinian fighters recount the battle for Lebanon's Beaufort Castle
When former Palestinian fighter Moin Al-Taher heard the Israeli flag was once again flying over Lebanon's Beaufort castle, he cast his mind back more than 40 years, recalling its historic walls "blazing" under heavy shelling as his comrades fought to defend it. Moin Al-Taher and Mohammed al-Qarout »»»
Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports Israeli drone strikes on Harouf and Arab Salim in Nabatieh district - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports Israeli drone strikes on Harouf and Arab Salim in Nabatieh district 06-06-2026 13:00 PM »»»
Two Lebanese Officers, One Soldier Killed in Israeli Strike
Two Lebanese officers and one soldier were killed in an Israeli strike on a vehicle in south Lebanon, the Lebanese military said Saturday, days after the two countries announced a conditional truce following talks in the United States. Later, the Israeli military said it targeted the vehicle »»»
Startup wrap: Post-Eid dealmaking heats up across MENA’s startup ecosystem
RIYADH: A series of venture capital, funding, acquisition, and leadership announcements marked the post-Eid week across the Middle East and North Africa’s startup and technology ecosystem. Deals spanned impact investing, telecom-backed venture capital, autonomous logistics, artificial intelligence,»»»
Lebanese Soldiers, Including Officer, Killed in ‘Barbaric’ Israeli Strike
Several soldiers have been killed in an Israeli strike on a vehicle in south Lebanon, the Lebanese military said Saturday, days after the two countries announced a conditional truce following talks in the United States. "A number of military personnel, including an officer, were martyred in a barba»»»
Israeli Forces Kill Palestinian Infant in West Bank
Israeli troops killed a seven-month-old Palestinian baby boy after firing at his parents’ vehicle in the occupied West Bank, the Palestinian health ministry said. Sam Fahd Abu Haikal was killed Friday evening, and his parents were wounded while driving in the Tel Rumeida area south of Hebron City, »»»
Radev Government Signals “New Page” in Bulgaria-China Relations as Investment Push Expands
The Radev government has signaled a clear intention to deepen economic cooperation with China and encourage greater Chinese investment in Bulgaria, Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Alexander Pulev said during a China-Bulgaria roundtable on trade and investment held in Sofia. Speaking at t»»»
Yemeni Gov’t Accuses Houthis of Assassinating Senior Development Official
The Yemeni government has accused the Houthi group of assassinating one of the country’s most prominent development officials, in a case that has drawn wide attention because of the victim’s stature and his role in leading an important development program. The accusation was made during talks betwe»»»
How a British expat is driving sustainable living, giving in the UAE
Dubai: It started, as many modern ideas do, with clutter. In a home in the UAE, British expatriate Shaima Sibtain has found herself surrounded by things she no longer needed, baby grows her children had outgrown, a luxury handbag she no longer used, and clothes full of memories she couldn’t bring h»»»
Sudanese Groups Agree on Basis for Transition to Democratic Rule
Sudanese political and civil forces from rival camps have reached a significant breakthrough, agreeing on a common vision to launch a process aimed at ending the war and laying the groundwork for a peaceful transition to democratic civilian rule, following days of talks. The forces, once grouped un»»»
Pope Leo heads to Spain with migrants and polarization in focus
VATICAN CITY: Pope Leo set off on Saturday for a week-long visit to Spain, his first to an EU country outside Italy, where he will inaugurate a new tower in Barcelona’s famed Sagrada Familia basilica and meet migrants who braved dangerous Atlantic waters to reach Europe. The first American head of »»»
The World This Week - Ukraine: Dear Putin, Lebanon: A Crude Call, Colombia's 'Tiger'
In a week where a renewed ceasefire was proclaimed between Israel and Lebanon, a deal that hinges on the complete cessation of attacks from the Iranian backed militants Hezbollah and withdrawal from the south of the country. 24 hours later however, Hezbollah rejected the agreement that is closely t»»»
UN Mission Condemns Calls for Violence Against its Staff in Libya
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya denied on Friday that its refugee agency is seeking to resettle irregular migrants in the country, affirming that “allegations to the contrary are categorically false.” UNSMIL said in a statement it took note of the demonstrations held in front of its pre»»»
US Issues New Iran-Linked Sanctions
The United States on Friday imposed sanctions on a network allegedly exporting Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from Iran to South and Eastern Asia, the Treasury said. The network used front companies in the United Arab Emirates and China and a "shadow fleet" of vessels, according to a Treasury statem»»»
Body found in France search for 11-year-old girl; suspect had history of abuse allegations – media
A body has been found in the search for an 11-year-old girl who disappeared in southwestern France last week, as it emerged that the main suspect had multiple allegations of raping and sexually abusing minors which were dismissed by police. Lyhanna disappeared on May 29 near the town of Fleurance i»»»
'Not your country': Lebanese leaders rebuke Iran as Israel, Hezbollah trade attacks
Lebanon's president and prime minister criticised Iran on Friday for opposing the latest ceasefire deal between the Lebanese government and Israel, saying their country should not be used by Tehran as a "bargaining chip" in talks with Washington. Despite the truce, Lebanese media reported continued»»»
Turkmenistan's 'heavenly' Akhal-Teke horses celebrated in annual beauty pageants
The Central Asian country of Turkmenistan is immensely proud of its horses. The ancient and endangered Akhal-Teke species has become a symbol of great national pride in a deeply isolated state where power is firmly concentrated, and are considered so beautiful that beauty pageants are held for»»»