The Peninsula 29m

Amir receives telephone call from UAE Vice President

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a telephone call today from HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, who offered his condolences on the passing of the late His Highness the Father Em»»»

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Arab News 47m

International Cricket Council revamps formats for men’s World Cups

ISLAMABAD: The International Cricket Council has changed the competition formats of two major men’s tournaments, adding a preliminary round before the group stage of the 2027 World Cup and revamping the playoffs for the Twenty20 World Cup in 2028. “The changes were introduced to create more meaning»»»

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Business-review 1h

Executives prioritise AI, but weak data foundations slow implementation – Horváth

Artificial intelligence has become the main strategic priority for executives worldwide, as companies are forced to rethink their competitiveness models amid geopolitical and technological transformation, according to the “CxO Priorities 2026” study by international management consulting company Ho»»»

UPI 1h

Senior N.K. party official, top Chinese political adviser discuss ways to deepen ties - UPI.com

Wang Huning, chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, held talks in Pyongyang with a senior North Korean official, state-run media reported Thursday. Wang is seen here at a meeting in Beijing on March 4. File Photo by Jessica Lee/EPA A senior North Korean party official a»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Russia and China: 25 Years of Strategic Partnership — and Just Getting Started

On the 25th anniversary of the Russia-China Treaty on Good-Neighbourliness, Friendship, and Cooperation, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has laid out the scale of what Moscow and Beijing have built together. Read the full text below. Today, as a more equitable multipolar world order takes shape, the»»»

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Arab News 1h

Haaretz: Government considering restrictions on flights taking voters to Israel

DUBAI: Ministers from the Israeli Transportation Ministry are reportedly exploring ways to limit the number of Israelis living abroad who can return to the country to vote in October’s election, according to a report by Haaretz. Citing sources familiar with the discussions, the newspaper reported t»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Renewed Israeli aggression on Gaza claims lives of four Palestinians: local media - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Renewed Israeli aggression on Gaza claims lives of four Palestinians: local media 16-07-2026 11:51 AM Latest News Urgent News Vance: US Won»»»

Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Media Review: July 16

BULGARIA'S WITHDRAWAL FROM COALLITION OF WILLING FOR UKRAINE Despite the shift in position and Prime Minister Rumen Radev’s refusal to participate in the Coalition of the Willing meeting in support of Ukraine, Bulgaria’s Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova signed a declaration in Kyiv on Wednesday t»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Could Washington Witness a Humiliating Aoun-Netanyahu Encounter?

Could Washington witness the unprecedented scene of a Lebanese president sitting across from the Israeli prime minister? A report by Al-Akhbar has raised questions over a possible Joseph Aoun-Benjamin Netanyahu meeting during their visits to the US capital, amid reported efforts to bring the two si»»»

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BNE 2h

Russian refining down to record lows, LNG exports to Europe at record highs

Russia’s crude output declined to the lowest in at least two and a half years in June as Ukraine attacked the nation’s oil infrastructure on an almost daily basis. But LNG production remains untouched and exports to Europe are at their highest level ever. There is a fundamental conflict of interest»»»

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Arab News 2h

Saudia to launch Tokyo flights in November

JEDDAH: Saudia, the Kingdom’s national carrier, in collaboration with the Air Connectivity Program and Saudi Tourism Authority, has announced the addition of Tokyo as a new international destination within its growing global network. The new route will operate three flights a week from King Khalid »»»

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BNE 2h

Russian refining down to record lows, LNG exports to Europe at record highs

Russia’s crude output declined to the lowest in at least two and a half years in June as Ukraine attacked the nation’s oil infrastructure on an almost daily basis. But LNG production remains untouched and exports to Europe are at their highest level ever. There is a fundamental conflict of interest»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Hegseth orders testosterone screening for troops

Washington: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that he is rolling out a new screening programme for “testosterone deficiency” among troops, calling it necessary to allow them to operate at their “absolute best.” The screenings will be conducted annually as part of service members»»»

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DW 2h

AI: Why Europe is falling behind, and how it can catch up

BusinessEuropeAI: Why Europe is falling behind, and how it can catch upAndreas BeckerEurope trails the US and China in artificial intelligence. Economist and Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says better research funding, venture capital and AI innovation can help it catch up. https://p.dw.com/p/5GfMl»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

UK officials extend condolences on passing of Father Amir

Doha, Qatar: Senior officials from the United Kingdom have expressed their heartfelt condolences to the leadership, government and people of Qatar following the passing of the Father Amir, H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, paying tribute to his remarkable legacy and enduring contribution to th»»»

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Sputnik 2h

AmCham Chief Maps Out Course for Potential Cooperation With Russia

Space, the Arctic, IT, and aviation offer substantial opportunities for bilateral cooperation between American and Russian enterprises, AmCham Russia President and CEO Robert Agee said in an interview with Sputnik. Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump spoke earlier b»»»

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Naharnet 3h

More than half of House Democrats vote to cut Israel aid in growing split

More than half the House Democrats voted Wednesday to strip $3.3 billion in U.S. aid from Israel, the most substantial signal yet that once rock-solid bipartisan support for the country is disintegrating in the aftermath of its war in Gaza that has killed thousands of Palestinians. The vote tally, »»»

Dailynews Hungary 3h

Public safety crisis? Budapest leaders call for immediate intervention from government

The mayors of four central Budapest districts have jointly called on the Hungarian government to take immediate action to tackle what they describe as the capital’s worsening public safety situation. Tamás Soproni (District VI), Péter Niedermüller (District VII), András Pikó (District VIII) and Kri»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Indian community pays tribute to Father Amir, hails his legacy

Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of India in Qatar, in association with the Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF), Indian Sports Centre (ISC), and Indian Business and Professionals Council (IBPC), held a community condolence meeting to pay tribute to the late Father Amir H »»»

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Arab News 3h

‘Faker’ named Game Ambassador of the Esports World Cup and Nations Cup

RIYADH: The Esports Foundation has announced that Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok, the most decorated and influential player in League of Legends history, has been named a Game Ambassador for the Esports World Cup and Esports Nations Cup through 2028. His career has elevated him to national hero status in t»»»

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Arab News 3h

Could Hezbollah Launch a New War in Support of Iran?

Amid deteriorating regional conditions and faltering US-Iranian understandings, Lebanese people fear that Hezbollah may once again launch a new round of war in support of Iran. This follows the party’s previous interventions, including its 2023 campaign backing Gaza and its retaliation for the late»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Lebanese officials pay tribute to late Father Amir, cite reconstruction and mediation roles

Beirut: Lebanese political figures have praised the legacy of the Late Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, describing his leadership as instrumental in elevating Qatar’s regional and international standing while underscoring his longstanding support for Lebanon during pivotal moments»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Global media figures hail Father Amir’s legacy in shaping modern Qatar

Doha, Qatar: Prominent media personalities, political analysts, academics and writers from across the Arab world and beyond have paid glowing tributes to the late Father Amir, H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, describing him as the visionary architect of modern Qatar whose leadership transform»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Indian Minister extends condolences to Amir

Doha, Qatar: On behalf of Government and people of India and Prime Minister H E Narendra Modi, India's Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs H E Kiren Rijiju extended heartfelt condolences to Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, on July 14, 2026, on the sad demise of Father Am»»»

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Actmedia 3h

Ukraine - Southeast Europe Summit Declaration: Strengthening Ukraine's air defense capabilities remains a priority

Strengthening Ukraine's air-defense capabilities remains a priority, in particular through systems and interceptors able to counter ballistic missiles, underscores the Kyiv Declaration signed Wednesday by the leaders participating in the Ukraine - Southeast Europe Summit, among them President Nicus»»»

Novinite 3h

Foreign Minister Commits Bulgaria to Stronger Coalition of the Willing Role a Day After Radev Rejects ItOpinions

A day after Prime Minister Rumen Radev declared that Bulgaria was not part of the "Coalition of the Willing," Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova signed the Kyiv Declaration, which recognizes the coalition's role in supporting Ukraine and expresses Bulgaria's readiness to strengthen its participatio»»»

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The Budapest Times 4h

Magyar calls Szijjártó’s BYD deal corruption — and says he has the paperwork to prove it

According to Prime Minister Péter Magyar, the former ruling party Fidesz is falling apart in a "scandalous manner." In a Facebook video published on Wednesday evening, responding once again to Péter Szijjártó's resignation from his mandate and his new position, he said that it raises not only moral»»»

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UPI 5h

U.S., Iran trade attacks for fifth straight day in fight for Hormuz - UPI.com

1 of 2 | An Iranian woman on Wednesday walks next to a huge anti-U.S. billboard featuring U.S. President Donald Trump in a coffin, accompanied by a sentence in Persian that reads, "We kill Trump." It is displayed at the Enghelab Square in Tehran, Iran. Photo by Abedin Taherkennareh/EPA July 15 (UPI»»»

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Al Majalla 5h

Xi Jinping and China’s deferred succession question

On 3 September 2025, as China marked the 80th anniversary of Japan’s defeat in the Second World War, President Xi Jinping stood at the centre of one of the most significant military parades of his tenure. The world’s eyes were on Beijing, as the latest weapons systems were paraded, and as observers»»»

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Arab News 6h

Hegseth announces new policy to test US troops for low testosterone

WASHINGTON: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that he is rolling out a new screening program for “testosterone deficiency” among troops, calling it necessary to allow them to operate at their “absolute best.” The screenings will be conducted annually as part of service members’ req»»»

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Arab News 7h

More than half of House Democrats vote to cut Israel aid in growing split

WASHINGTON: More than half the House Democrats voted Wednesday to strip $3.3 billion in US aid from Israel, the most substantial signal yet that once rock-solid bipartisan support for the country is disintegrating in the aftermath of its war in Gaza that has killed thousands of Palestinians.The vot»»»

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Middle East Observer 8h

Terrorists Despair makes us stronger

By Mahmoud fouda Tarik Bin Ziyad is one of the most admired leaders and heroes of the Arab world, the rock of Gibraltar was named after him (Jabal Tarek). Some say that he had all the ships burned so that his soldiers literally had two options. Either they fought for life against their enemy, or th»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Kuwait has launched a 15-year Golden Residency – Here's who can get it

Dubai: In June, Kuwait introduced a new 15-year Golden Residency Permit designed to attract foreign investment and strengthen the country's position as a regional business and investment hub. The programme represents one of the latest initiatives by GCC countries to attract and retain high-value in»»»

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Arab News 8h

Iranian attacks target Bahrain and Kuwait as US intensifies airstrikes on Iran

DUBAI: Iranian attacks targeted Bahrain and Kuwait early Thursday after the US reimposed a naval blockade on Iran and intensified its airstrike campaign in retaliation for Tehran’s attacks on ships trying to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The American strikes hit an Iranian army barracks, kille»»»

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UPI 10h

United States launches fifth straight day of Iran strikes - UPI.com

US President Donald Trump is shown Tuesday in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C. The United States military struck Iran for the fifth straight day Wednesday, with Trump saying Iran's leaders "better behave." Photo by Graeme Sloan/UPI | License Photo July 15 (UPI) -- The United S»»»

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Arab News 10h

UN diplomats trade cables for footballs as Argentina take on England in World Cup

NEW YORK CITY: For one afternoon, the corridors of the UN traded the vocabulary of resolutions and official statements for the international language of football. The World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England was showing on two large screens in the delegates lounge on Wednesday, distracting»»»

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RT 11h

EU and UK should accept their roles as US ‘vassals,’ Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev says

The EU and UK should abandon their ambitions to act as independent “middle powers” and accept their role as “vassals” under the US, Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev has said. Dmitriev made the remarks on X on Wednesday while commenting on a series of posts by US Under Secretary of War for»»»

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UPI 11h

House defeats cut to Israel military aid despite large Democrat support - UPI.com

The U.S. Capitol Building is shown Monday. On Wednesday, more than 100 Democrats in the House of Representatives voted for an unsuccessful measure to cut billions in military aid to Israel. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 15 (UPI) -- The U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday vote»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

Father Amir transformed Qatar into a global success story, say prominent int’l journalists

Khaled Al Hameidi Doha The passing of the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has inspired an extraordinary wave of reflection across the Arab world and beyond, as political observers, diplomats, journalists, and academics revisit the remarkable transformation that unfolded under his l»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

Global voices hail Father Amir’s legacy in shaping modern Qatar

Arab and international media figures, academics and political commentators have paid tribute to the late HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, praising his transformative leadership that reshaped Qatar into a modern, influential nation with a prominent role in regional and internati»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

Lebanese officials pay rich tribute to Father Amir, praise his mediation roles

QNA Beirut Lebanese political figures have praised the legacy of HH the Late Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, describing his leadership as instrumental in elevating Qatar’s regional and international standing while underscoring his longstanding support for Lebanon during pivotal momen»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

Difaf programme on Alaraby 2 dedicates special episode to HH Father Amir

Tribune News Network Doha A special episode of the Difaf programme on Alaraby 2, was dedicated to reflecting on the legacy and vision of the late Father Amir, HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani while also covering the heartfelt public response to this profound loss due to his passing away. “In ho»»»

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Arab News 14h

Human rights groups sue over Trump administration’s sanctions on ICC for investigations into Israel

WASHINGTON: Two human rights groups say Trump administration sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court over its investigations of Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza have illegally impeded their ability to advocate for Palestinians. The organizations say in a lawsuit filed Wednesday that»»»

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Arab News 14h

ICE should keep making traffic stops despite recent shootings, Trump says

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump wants Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers to keep pulling over vehicles, signaling his opposition Wednesday to plans announced just a day earlier to suspend most traffic stops following another string of fatal shootings. It’s not clear whether ICE will qu»»»

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Arab News 14h

How Saudi Arabia is promoting the waqf to help finance global development

NEW YORK CITY: As governments scramble to close a multitrillion-dollar funding gap threatening the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, Saudi Arabia is promoting a solution rooted not in modern finance but in a 1,400-year-old Islamic tradition. Presenting its third Voluntary National Review at the U»»»

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Daily News Egypt 15h

Egypt pledges to resolve operational hurdles for French firms to spur $1.56bn investment portfolio

Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid has pledged to streamline regulations and resolve operational hurdles for French businesses during a meeting with the heads of 22 major French companies to discuss expansion plans and boost exports. The meeting, attended by French Amba»»»

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Gulf News 15h

UAE pushes stronger women's partnerships at BRICS meetings in India

The UAE, represented by the UAE Gender Balance Council, participated in the BRICS Women Working Group Meeting and BRICS Women Ministerial Meeting held from July 6 to 9 in Kochi, Kerala, India, as part of India's 2026 BRICS presidency. The meetings brought together ministers and officials responsibl»»»

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RT 15h

Israel approves new West Bank settlement expansion

Israel has approved more than $400 million to establish dozens of new settlements in the occupied West Bank, despite international condemnation of what critics describe as the de facto annexation of Palestinian territory. The West Bank, which was captured by Israel in the 1967 Six-Day War, is home »»»

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Jordan Times 15h

ASE recovery lifts market capitalisation to record JD30.5b — JEF

AMMAN — Jordan's capital market is undergoing a significant recovery, driven by higher market capitalisation, stronger liquidity, increased trading activity and rising stock indices, according to a report by the Jordan Economic Forum (JEF).The report "Amman Stock Exchange: Market Transformations, G»»»

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UPI 15h

Lebanon, Israel conclude 'productive' talks in Rome - UPI.com

Pilot zones, which would allow displaced residents to return and reconstruction to begin, have yet to be finalized. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said efforts are underway to end the war with Israel, secure the withdrawal of Israeli forces and deploy the Lebanese Army along the country's southern »»»

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