Gulf News 11m

UAE strongly condemns Iranian missile and drone attacks on Gulf states

Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the renewed Iranian attacks targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain, the State of Kuwait, the State of Qatar, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Sultanate of Oman with missiles and drones. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said »»»

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Egypt Independent 42m

Naguib Sawiris boosts funding for Egypt’s pyramids facilities development

Egypt's Giza Plateau- Pyramids Orascom Pyramids Entertainment, owned by billionaire Naguib Sawiris, is increasing its investment in ancient Egyptian archaeological sites by a third, betting on sporting events and pop concerts by stars like Shakira to help propel tourism to new heights. The new inve»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar condemns repeated Iranian attacks its territory, sisterly states

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the renewed attacks launched by the Islamic Republic of Iran against its territory, as well as the territories of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Sultanate of Oman, and the State of Kuwait, con»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani: Visionary who transformed Qatar into global power

Doha, Qatar: Qatar mourns the loss of former leader, the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who led the country from 1995 to 2013 and passed away on July 12, 2026, aged 74. The former leader was seen as one of the key architects of modern Qatar and led the country during a period of »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Mark your calendars: A total solar eclipse is coming on 12 August but not for the UAE

Dubai: A total solar eclipse due to take place on 12 August will not be visible from the UAE because the country lies outside the eclipse's viewing path, according to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society, and a member of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences. A»»»

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Arab News 2h

Fitch affirms Saudi Arabia’s ‘A+’ rating with stable outlook

RIYADH: Fitch Ratings affirmed Saudi Arabia’s ‘A+’ sovereign credit rating with a stable outlook, citing strong fiscal buffers and external finances despite regional conflict and temporary trade disruptions. The ratings agency said the Kingdom’s government debt and sovereign net foreign assets rema»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Tasnim news agency: Only 11 vessels transited Hormuz in past 24 hours, including 8 oil tankers - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Tasnim news agency: Only 11 vessels transited Hormuz in past 24 hours, including 8 oil tankers 12-07-2026 11:44 AM Latest News Urgent News »»»

Al Manar 2h

Al-Manar correspondents in southern Lebanon report constant buzz of Israeli drones over Arab Salim (Nabatieh district) and Sidon - 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 correspondents in southern Lebanon report constant buzz of Israeli drones over Arab Salim (Nabatieh district) and Sidon 12-07-2026»»»

Naharnet 2h

Qatar's former leader Hamad bin Khalifa dies at 74

Qatar's government on Sunday announced the death of former leader Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who led the country from 1995 to 2013. He was 74, according to a government website. "With hearts steadfast in faith in God's decree and destiny, the Bureau of the Emir mourns the great loss to the »»»

Al Manar 3h

Pakistan FM calls for ‘restraint’ in call with Iran’s Araghchi, ministry says - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Pakistan FM calls for ‘restraint’ in call with Iran’s Araghchi, ministry says 12-07-2026 11:32 AM Latest News Urgent News Iran’s Ghalibaf: »»»

Naharnet 3h

Iran strikes Gulf neighbors after new US attacks

Tehran announced it was closing the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday and launched missiles and drones at its Gulf neighbours, in retaliation for new U.S. strikes following an attack by Iranian forces on a merchant vessel that was abandoned in flames by its crew. Sirens and explosions were heard in Qatar,»»»

Gulf News 3h

Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani: Architect of Modern Qatar

Dubai: Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of Qatar who transformed the Gulf nation into a major global player in energy, diplomacy, media and international investment, has died at the age of 74, Qatar’s state news agency announced on Sunday. No cause of death was immediately given. »»»

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Gulf News 3h

Philippines: Why a century-old hydropower system that once powered Baguio remains silent

Manila: A century after it helped electrify Baguio City, the Philippines' summer capital, the historic Asin Hydropower System remains idle. Now, it's caught in a web of legal disputes, regulatory hurdles and competing claims over land and water. The latest setback came this week when the Baguio Cit»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Guaranteed profits, vanishing savings: The red flags of investment fraud and the UAE’s fight against cyber scams

Investment fraud driven by promises of fast and guaranteed returns has become one of the most widespread forms of financial deception in the digital age. Fraudsters exploit individuals’ desire to generate high returns in a short period, using social media, misleading advertisements, and fake online»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Think twice before you invest: UAE identifies five warning signs of investment scams and urges the public to stay alert

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Interior has warned the public against investment fraud, cautioning that promises of fast and guaranteed profits are often used to lure victims and steal their money. The ministry identified five warning signs of investment scams: pressure or encouragement to make an »»»

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Gulf News 4h

UAE leaders offer condolences to Qatar's Emir on death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended his condolences to Qatar's Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, following the death of the Emir's father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. In a message posted on X, Sheikh Mohamed conveyed his sympathy to Sheikh Tamim and the Al Thani fa»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

World leaders mourn passing of Father Amir

Doha, Qatar: Tributes and condolences poured in from world leaders following the passing of Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The Amiri Diwan announced the death of HH the Father Amir on Sunday morning July 12, 2026, at the age of 74. The Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pa»»»

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Arab News 4h

’In our blood’: Palestinians keep horse culture alive against all odds

RAWABI: As Arabic rap thundered from loudspeakers and hundreds of spectators packed the stands in the occupied West Bank city of Rawabi, handlers put the finishing touches on gleaming Arabian stallions before leading them into the show ring.“Palestinians have a huge passion for Arabian horses,” sai»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

QRCS affirms importance of coordination between Arab humanitarian organisations

Nouakchott: An official delegation from Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has participated in the 50th session of the General Assembly of the Arab Red Crescent and Red Cross Organization (ARCO). Held in Nouakchott, Mauritania, the three-day meetings were attended by high-level representatives from »»»

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Arabfinance 5h

EMTC: Pioneering the Transition to Precision Milling and Smart Supply Chains Arab Finance For Information Technology

Arab Finance: As Egypt navigates structural shifts across its agricultural supply chains, the local milling sector is under intense pressure to modernize, optimize capacity, and ensure food security for a growing population of over 112 million. Caught between global market volatility, a rapid 76% s»»»

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Arabfinance 5h

Startup Egypt: Turning Innovation into Economic Growth Arab Finance For Information Technology

Egypt’s startup ecosystem is entering a new phase of transformation with the launch of the Startup Egypt Platform, a national initiative designed to lower entry barriers and accelerate entrepreneurial growth. By combining government support with private-sector expertise, the platform offers a unifi»»»

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Arabfinance 6h

Egypt’s agricultural exports exceed 5.8M tons so far in 2026 Arab Finance For Information Technology

Arab Finance: Egypt’s agricultural exports have surpassed 5.8 million tons so far this year amid rising global demand, Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk announced. This reflects the country's success in developing the agricultural sector and enhancing its competitiveness on t»»»

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Arabfinance 6h

Maersk to resume Suez Canal transits on MECL service Arab Finance For Information Technology

Arab Finance: Maersk will resume transits through the Suez Canal on its Middle East–US East Coast (MECL) service, a shift in its network after months of rerouting vessels around the Cape of Good Hope due to regional security concerns, as per a statement. The first westbound sailing via the Suez Can»»»

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The Peninsula 6h

Father Amir passes away on July 12: Amiri Diwan

Amiri Diwan mourns the passing of the great leader of the nation, His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away this morning, on July 12, 2026, at the age of 74. "May Allah envelop the great leader of the nation in His vast mercy and forgiveness, and grant him a sp»»»

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Arabfinance 6h

Badawi inspects Shell’s Velox 1X well in Mediterranean Arab Finance For Information Technology

Arab Finance: Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi visited the drilling operations site of the “Velox-1X” exploration well onboard the drillship Stena Ice MAX, according to a statement. The well is being executed by Shell in the North Cleopatra concession within the Herodotus Ba»»»

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Jordan Times 7h

Wall Street gets small boost from SK hynix debut

NEW YORK — Global stock markets rose slightly on Friday as investors digested a wave of corporate announcements, while the Nasdaq failed to get a major boost from the solid debut of South Korean chip titan SK hynix on Wall Street.The supplier of advanced memory chips used for AI technology raised $»»»

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Jordan Times 7h

Partnership between ISSF, STV opens investment horizons in Jordan's AI sector

AMMAN — The Innovative Start-ups and SMEs Fund (ISSF) has entered into a strategic partnership with Saudi Technology Ventures (STV) capital firm to strengthen the artificial intelligence (AI) start-up ecosystem in Jordan and support the growth of AI companies across the Middle East and beyond.The p»»»

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France24 7h

Trump and Iran's supreme leader trade threats as mediators try to save deal

US and Iranian leaders traded threats on Saturday, after exchanges of fire rocked an interim agreement aimed at ending the war. US President Donald Trump threatened further missile attacks against Iran, and Tehran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei vowed revenge for the killing of his father an»»»

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Arab News 7h

Political violence shadows Bangladesh’s new government

DHAKA: Bangladesh’s new government won power promising to end political violence, but six months after Prime Minister Tarique Rahman took office, the killings continue. Rahman, who leads the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), pledged during February’s elections to end the state-backed violence tha»»»

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The Budapest Times 8h

Follow the money: government launches asset recovery office

The government on Friday submitted to the National Assembly the bill on the establishment of the National Asset Recovery and Asset Protection Office (NVVH). Prime Minister Péter Magyar wrote on his Facebook page: “Third time’s the charm. EU funds and the prosecutor’s office — check. And we have jus»»»

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Arab News 8h

Iran attacks Qatar, Bahrain and UAE after fresh US strikes over Hormuz

DUBAI: Iran launched missile and drone attacks against Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates on Sunday, widening its military campaign across the Gulf only hours after the United States carried out a third round of airstrikes against Iranian targets in retaliation for attacks on commercial sh»»»

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The Peninsula 8h

UAE says responding to missile, drone threats; Bahrain sounds sirens

Dubai: The United Arab Emirates defence ministry said Sunday that air defences were engaging missile and drone threats, while neighbouring Bahrain sounded air raid sirens after the United States struck Iran following an attack in the Hormuz strait. The UAE defence ministry said sounds heard across »»»

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Gulf News 8h

US launches new strikes on Iran: What UAE residents need to know today (July 12)

Tensions between the United States and Iran escalated after Washington launched new strikes on Tehran following an attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by announcing the closure of the strategic waterway, raising concerns over regional security, global energy supplies »»»

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UPI 10h

Judge dismisses Jan. 6 charges against Proud Boys leaders - UPI.com

Enrique Tarrio called the dismissal of charges against his fellow Proud Boys vindication and a victory for the group. File Photo by Annabelle Gordon/UPI | License Photo July 11 (UPI) -- Top members of the far-right group Proud Boys had their convictions dismissed on Friday, ending the federal case »»»

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Arab News 12h

Mexican builder fatally shot by an ICE officer is mourned after making a life in the US

The builder got up every morning long before dawn, left home to pick up his construction crew and then headed out to work on yet another house somewhere across the sprawl of Houston. Fourteen hours later, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo would return to the wife he’d met as a teenager in Mexico and the modes»»»

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Gulf News 12h

Germany's 2026 visa-free list is out: 62 countries outside Schengen/EU can enter without a visa — check if yours is included

Germany will continue allowing citizens from 62 countries outside the European Union and Schengen Area to enter without a visa for short stays of up to 90 days in 2026, according to the German Federal Foreign Office. The policy, outlined in the government's official visa requirements list, permits »»»

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Qatar Tribune 13h

Emotional immersion redefine screen acting, say filmmakers

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha The evolution of screen acting has long fascinated filmmakers, critics and audiences alike. From the formal, theatrical performances that dominated early cinema to the emotionally layered portrayals seen in contemporary films, acting has undergone one of the most significant »»»

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Qatar Tribune 14h

Syrian president, Al Khulaifi discuss ways to promote ties

President of the Arab Republic of Syria HE Ahmed al Sharaa received Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi. During the meeting, Al Khulaifi conveyed the greetings of His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad A»»»

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Qatar Tribune 14h

Need for a more balanced historical, human-centred perspective stressed

QNA Sarajevo Qatar participated in the international conference titled Beyond East and West: Eurasian Encounters Reimagined, which was held in Sarajevo. Qatar’s delegation was headed by Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education and Higher Education HE Dr. Ibrahim bin Saleh Al Nuaimi, who is also »»»

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Qatar Tribune 14h

QRCS delegation participates in 50th session of ARCO General Assembly

Tribune News Network Doha An official delegation from Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has participated in the 50th session of the General Assembly of the Arab Red Crescent and Red Cross Organization (ARCO). Held in Nouakchott, Mauritania, the three-day meetings were attended by high-level represe»»»

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RT 15h

Murder probe launched into death of Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe

British police have launched a murder investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe, a former government minister and spokesperson for Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party. Widdecombe, 78, was found dead with serious injuries at her home in Haytor, on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, on Thursday. The»»»

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Arab News 15h

How Iran and the Hormuz crisis pose a strategic test for NATO

LONDON: The main focus of the two-day NATO summit in Ankara this week was, overwhelmingly, the alliance’s renewed pledge of “unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity,” backed by additional military equipment and training. There was also a renew»»»

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Arab News 16h

Al-Shaibani: Syria-Qatar partnership supports regional development and stability

DAMASCUS: Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan Al-Shaibani on Saturday described Syria‘s ties with Qatar as a model of partnership based on trust and mutual respect. Following a meeting with Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, Qatar’s Minister of State at the Ministry»»»

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Arab News 16h

Zelensky: Ukraine’s diplomacy must get allies to carry out arms supply deals more quickly

KYIV: ‌President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday that Ukrainian diplomacy should focus on getting Kyiv’s allies to follow through more quickly on arms-supply ‌agreements. “I am ‌preparing changes ‌in ⁠Ukraine’s diplomatic efforts. ⁠We need a new level of cooperation with our partners to ensure »»»

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The Peninsula 16h

Prime Minister receives phone call from UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs

Doha: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a telephone call from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The conversation discussed strengtheni»»»

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Daily News Egypt 17h

14 countries account for 68.8% of Egypt’s foreign trade in H1 FY2025/26: CBE

Fourteen countries accounted for 68.8% of Egypt’s total foreign trade during the first half (July–December) of fiscal year 2025/26, with combined trade reaching $50.616bn, according to a report published by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE). The total comprised imports worth $36.147bn and exports amo»»»

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Arab News 17h

Trump suggests a standing order to attack Iran if it assassinates him, but Vance would make the call

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump is suggesting he has left standing orders for the US military to destroy Iran ” at levels they’ve never seen before ” if Tehran follows through on its long-standing threats to kill him. But the US government has no way to create an automatic, preauthorized “dead m»»»

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Gulf News 17h

JD Vance would decide US response against Iran if Trump were assassinated

Washington: President Donald Trump is suggesting he has left standing orders for the US military to destroy Iran "at levels they've never seen before" if Tehran follows through on its long-standing threats to kill him. But the US government has no way to create an automatic, preauthorized "dead man»»»

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The Peninsula 18h

Syrian President meets Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Damascus: President of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Ahmed Al Sharaa met on Saturday with Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi. During the meeting, HE the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed HH the Amir Shei»»»

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Qatar Tribune 19h

Syrian president receives Al Khulaifi

DAMSCUS: President of the Arab Republic of Syria HE Ahmed al Sharaa received Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi. During the meeting, the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed the greetings of His Highness t»»»

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