Neocolonialism’s Destructive Grip
Western countries are trying to cling to their dominance through neocolonial methods while turning a blind eye to the emergence of a multipolar world. Leaders from many nations have stressed that neocolonialism has no place in a multipolar order, because it contradicts the principles of equality, s»»»
Israeli soldiers share rare accounts from Gaza, describing ongoing killings despite the ceasefire
TEL AVIV: The Israeli combat soldier saw his teammates yelling in celebration, congratulating one another. They had just struck a vehicle of Palestinians driving near the Israeli-controlled part of the Gaza Strip, killing everyone inside.The reservist said scenes like this had become common after a»»»
European Commission Vows Tougher Action on Trade with China
The EU's trade and investment relationship with China is "not sustainable", the European Commission said on Friday, vowing a stronger response as commissioners discussed how best to shield Europe's industries from surging Chinese imports. Commissioners were pitching ideas ahead of an EU leaders' su»»»
Egypt looks to deepen strategic partnership with China at 70-year milestone: foreign ministry
Cairo: Egypt's foreign ministry on Saturday described Egypt-China relations as a "unique model of fruitful cooperation and comprehensive strategic partnership." In a statement marking the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries, the ministry said Egypt and China were celebrati»»»
DR Congo end 52-year World Cup absence amid health, security crises
JOHANNESBURG: Democratic Republic of Congo will return to the World Cup in June after a 52-year absence as the vast central Africa nation reels from health and security crises. A deadly Ebola outbreak in the east of the country had recorded 10 confirmed and 223 suspected deaths by May 24. The Genev»»»
Kataib Hezbollah Vows to Keep Arms as Iraq Faces US Pressure to Disarm Groups
The influential Iraqi armed group Kataib Hezbollah pledged on Saturday to keep up its "action", as Baghdad faces mounting US pressure to disarm factions backed by Iran. Following the outbreak of the US-Israeli war on Iran at the end of February, groups operating under the banner of the "Islamic Res»»»
Israeli Strike Kills Nurse in Gaza
A Palestinian nurse was killed in an Israeli strike on Gaza Saturday, hospital authorities said, the latest death by Israeli fire since a shaky ceasefire halted major fighting in the enclave last year. The strike late Saturday morning hit a Hamas-manned police point in the central city of Deir al-B»»»
Israeli Strikes Reportedly Pound Near Crusader Castle in Lebanon
Israel’s air force and artillery struck areas close to a strategic mountain housing a Crusader-built castle in southern Lebanon Saturday as fighting raged in villages close to the southern city of Nabatieh. Israel’s military issued evacuation warnings for more than a dozen villages in southern Leba»»»
Péter Magyar pledges to bring home additional EUR billions
Péter Magyar has announced that a further EUR 2 billion in European Union funding is to be unlocked for Hungary, adding to a package worth more than EUR 16 billion that he says was secured during talks in Brussels. Péter Magyar unlocked even more money According to the Hungarian Prime Minister, add»»»
DP Approves Statute Reforms, Expands Diaspora and Women’s Representation
Albania’s Democratic Party (PD) approved a series of amendments to its statute during the party’s National Assembly on Saturday, introducing reforms aimed at strengthening internal structures and broadening political representation. Following an address by party leader Sali Berisha, Democratic Part»»»
Trump health check-up: White House releases memo on fitness
The White House has said US President Donald Trump remains in “excellent health” and is fully fit to carry out the duties of Commander-in-Chief, following a medical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. A memo from presidential physician Captain Sean P. Barbabella stated that»»»
Suez Canal developmental project investment map
By Rania Imam East Port Said canal inaugurates today 7 Banks to finance the canal infrastructure projects Vice admiral Mohab Mamish, head of Suez Canal association, announced that the new east Port Said canal will be inaugurated today, with the attendance of the prime minister. During the launch of»»»
"Choose France" summit to kick off as factory closures multiply
In France, Emmanuel Macron toured the French factory of German-owned Thermomix kitchen appliances on Friday… one of over 100 industrial and business sites opening to the public this weekend in the leadup to the French President's annual "Choose France" summit on Monday. Macron will be hosting some »»»
UAE Football Association parts ways with national team coach Cosmin Olaroiu
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates Football Association announced on Saturday that it had terminated the contract of the national team's head coach, Romanian manager Cosmin Olaroiu, along with his coaching staff. In a statement, the association said the decision was made as part of preparations fo»»»
Bulgaria's Role in Trump's Board of Peace Unclear as Funding Promises Fall Short
Four months after the establishment of the Board of Peace, an international body launched under the initiative of U.S. President Donald Trump, none of the billions of dollars pledged by participating countries has reportedly reached the organization, according to information published by the Financ»»»
170 Million New Jobs to Be Created Worldwide Despite AI-Driven Disruptions
Around 92 million jobs are expected to disappear globally, while 170 million new ones will be created, according to projections by the World Economic Forum, WEBIT Foundation Board Executive Chairman Plamen Russev said during the Bulgaria Across Five Oceans career forum in Sofia on Saturday. Russev »»»
A growing Balkan bloc objects to Ukraine's accelerated EU membership
For the last few years former Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban was the most vocal opponent of Ukraine’s EU accession bid. However, behind the scenes several other EU members have also opposed allowing the agricultural superpower to join the European Union quickly. Until now their leaders have »»»
A growing Balkan bloc objects to Ukraine's accelerated EU membership
For the last few years former Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orban was the most vocal opponent of Ukraine’s EU accession bid. However, behind the scenes several other EU members have also opposed allowing the agricultural superpower to join the European Union quickly. Until now their leaders have »»»
Business Leaders Discuss AI and Risk at Bulgaria Across Five Oceans Forum
Shelly Group Executive Director Dimitar Dimitrov and Sirma Group Holding Executive Director Tsvetan Alexiev discussed entrepreneurship and artificial intelligence at the Bulgaria Across Five Oceans forum on Saturday. The Innovators panel, part of the Bulgaria Wants You platform, was held on the Suc»»»
Bulgaria Across Five Oceans Opens Leaders of Change Stage
Bulgaria Wants You co-creator Ivan Hristov and Nova TV morning show host Marina Tsekova opened the Leaders of Change stage at the Bulgaria Across Five Oceans career forum in Sofia on Saturday. The event is organized by the Bulgaria Wants You platform. Tsekova said the platform attracted more than 4»»»
UN says Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed 15 kids and hurt 62 over past week
Fifteen children have been killed in Lebanon and 62 injured over the last seven days, the United Nations said Friday, despite the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. UNICEF, the U.N. children's agency, called the figures "staggering" and stressed that under international humanitarian law, child»»»
US hails 'productive' talks between Israel, Lebanon military officials
Military officials from Israel and Lebanon held "productive" talks in Washington on Friday, a U.S. official said, adding that the meeting will complement upcoming diplomatic discussions. "Today at the Pentagon, I hosted military delegations from Israel and Lebanon for the security track supporting »»»
Culture Minister: Bulgaria’s Successes Create New Opportunities for the Country
Behind the individual achievements of Bulgarians in culture, sports, public life and other fields stand the opportunities opening up for Bulgaria, Culture Minister Evtim Miloshev said at the second Bulgaria Across Five Oceans career forum at Inter Expo Center on Saturday. The event is organized by »»»
Israel orders new evacuations as forces push deeper into Lebanon
Israel's military issued evacuation warnings on Saturday for residents of seven villages in southern Lebanon, after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces had pushed deeper into the country. The latest warnings came a day after Lebanese and Israeli military delegations held l»»»
President Iotova Says Bulgaria Among Several Countries Facing Deficit Scrutiny
Bulgaria is not the only country facing a possible excessive deficit procedure, President Iliana Iotova told reporters on Saturday. The European Commission is expected to publish a report on June 3 that would launch the procedure against Bulgaria. “Once we see the European Commission’s arguments an»»»
US warns capable of resuming war with Iran as deal remains elusive
The United States warned on Saturday it was "more than capable" of resuming war with Iran after President Donald Trump said any peace deal must adhere to his red lines, including Tehran never being able to develop nuclear weapons. The White House had signalled Trump was close to a decision on an in»»»
Israel Orders New Evacuations as Forces Push Deeper into Lebanon
Israel's military issued evacuation warnings on Saturday for residents of seven villages in southern Lebanon, after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli forces had pushed deeper into the country. The latest warnings came a day after military delegations from the two countries held landmar»»»
President Iotova Opens Bulgaria Across Five Oceans Career Forum
President Iliana Iotova opened the second Bulgaria Across Five Oceans career forum at Inter Expo Center on Saturday. The event is organized by the Bulgaria Wants You platform. “There are so many people here, so many young people and, of course, so much enthusiasm and expectation,” Iotova told parti»»»
Hezbollah Fires Rockets into Israel; Israel Orders Evacuation of Seven Lebanese Villages
Hezbollah said on Saturday it fired rockets at the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona, as exchanges of fire between the two sides have intensified despite Lebanon-Israel negotiations. In at least two statements, the Iran-backed group said it launched a "rocket barrage" at the town "in defense o»»»
UAE sends 930 tonnes of Gaza aid ahead of Eid under Operation Gallant Knight 3
During the past week, four UAE humanitarian aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip, carrying 60 trucks loaded with more than 930 tonnes of diverse relief supplies, including food assistance and Eid Al Adha clothing, as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The aid was delivered in support of the Pales»»»
8-year-old girl found Dh17,000 and took it straight to police
Abu Dhabi: More than 8,700 people across the UAE handed over cash they found in public places to police stations during 2025. According to a statistical report issued by the Ministry of Interior, a total of 8,706 individuals voluntarily turned in lost money discovered in streets, public facilities,»»»
WSJ: UAE Carried Out Dozens of Covert Strikes Inside Iran During War
The United Arab Emirates conducted dozens of covert airstrikes inside Iran during the early days of the US-Israeli war, in a far more expansive role than previously disclosed, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. According to the report, the Emirati strik»»»
Myanmar president arrives in India to strengthen ties
NEW DELHI: Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing arrived in neighboring India on Saturday, in his first trip abroad since becoming civilian leader, for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The former military chief will also hold talks with business representatives during his five-day visit, accord»»»
‘No shortage of creative voices,’ Rima Mismar says ahead of training program
RIYADH: Is a new chapter beginning for women filmmakers in the region? Rima Mismar, executive director of the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture, thinks so. Mismar spoke with Arab News about the third “Women in Film: Training Through Practice” event, run in partnership with Netflix. An open call, which»»»
Simi and Haze celebrate master’s degrees
DUBAI: US Palestinian beauty entrepreneurs and influencers Simi and Haze Khadra have added another feather to their caps — a master’s degree each from Harvard University. Born in Saudi Arabia and raised between London and Dubai, the twins initially rose to fame for their front-row fashion week pres»»»
Regional Turmoil Drives Growth at Egyptian Ports While Cutting Suez Canal Revenues
The Suez Canal may have incurred heavy losses due to regional tensions and instability in recent years — from the war in Gaza to the conflict involving Iran — those same disruptions have contributed to a significant surge in activity at Egyptian ports and in transit trade. However, Egyptian economi»»»
Ministry of Public Health launches campaign to promote hand hygiene, infection prevention
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has launched a national awareness campaign highlighting the importance of hand hygiene and infection prevention and control (IPC) practices in reducing healthcare associated infections and enhancing the safety of both patients and healthcare workers»»»
US hegemony is becoming a trap Washington cannot escape anymore
The United States is caught in a trap of its own making. It wants to preserve its unique position in world politics, while at the same time freeing itself from the growing burden that this position imposes. Yet Washington hasn’t found any way to do so except by insisting, ever more loudly, on its o»»»
US Hails ‘Productive’ Talks Between Lebanon, Israel Military Officials
Military officials from Lebanon and Israel held "productive" talks in Washington on Friday, a US official said, adding that the meeting will complement upcoming diplomatic discussions. "Today at the Pentagon, I hosted military delegations from Israel and Lebanon for the security track supporting th»»»
Top US and Cuban Military Officers Meet at Guantanamo Bay
Senior US and Cuban military officers met on Friday at Guantanamo Bay, the US base on the communist island, as relations between the two countries deteriorate over President Donald Trump's threatened takeover. US General Francis Donovan met with Cuban General Roberto Legra Sotolongo "for a brief ex»»»
EU or EAEU: Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan issue statement on Armenia - | 24.KG
Russia’s discussion with Armenia regarding its future in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) can only be frank and open, Russian President Vladimir Putin said in Astana while answering journalists’ questions. According to him, the peoples of Russia and Armenia have been linked by ties of friendship »»»
Iraq Awaits Zaidi’s First Move on Disarmament of Factions
Iraqi sources said on Friday that the prime minister’s office is preparing intensive consultations after Eid al-Adha as part of a plan to “reorganize the file of armed factions” and confine weapons to the state, as early moves emerge to dismantle the factions and merge them into official institutio»»»
BTA to Showcase Internship Programmes at Bulgaria Across Five Oceans Forum
BTA will present its internship programmes with its own information stand at the Bulgaria across Five Oceans career forum, organized by the Bulgaria Wants You platform and taking place on Friday at Inter Expo Center in Sofia. A key focus of BTA’s presentation will be its School of BTA internship an»»»
Kyrgyzstan and UAE discuss expansion of trade and economic ties - | 24.KG
A meeting was held in Astana between First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Daniyar Amangeldiev, and Minister of Foreign Trade of the United Arab Emirates Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi. The parties discussed current issues related to the development of Kyrgyzstan — UAE cooper»»»
Myanmar president arrives in India to strengthen ties
NEW DELHI: Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing arrived in neighboring India on Saturday, in his first trip abroad since becoming civilian leader, for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The former military chief will also hold talks with business representatives during his five-day visit, accord»»»
Trump says he’s making final decision on Iran deal as Tehran slams ‘mixture of truth and lies’
US President Donald Trump on Friday said he would be making a final decision on a potential deal to end the US-Israeli war against Iran ahead of a high-security meeting in the White House Situation Room. But after more than two hours of deliberations, no decision has yet been forthcoming. US »»»
Syria: Sharaa Visits Deir Ezzor after Flooding Caused by Rising Euphrates Levels
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visited the province of Deir Ezzor on Friday, accompanied by a ministerial delegation, to assess the situation and humanitarian conditions there amid flooding due to rising water levels in the Euphrates River, state news agency SANA said. Syrian naval forces deploye»»»
Report: Iran Regaining Access to its Missile Facilities
Satellite imagery has revealed that Iran has started regaining access to its underground missile facilities, reported CNN based on figures from Airbus Defence and Space. The development casts doubt on US President Donald Trump’s claims of having all but obliterated Tehran’s arsenal, said CNN. Durin»»»
President Iotova to Open Bulgaria Across Five Oceans Career Forum
Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova will open Saturday the Bulgaria Across Five Oceans career forum, organized by the Bulgaria Wants You platform, the President's press service said. The event will take place at 11:00 am at Inter Expo Center in Sofia and will bring together representatives of institu»»»
The fall of the red line: from Maduro to Khamenei
For decades, Washington maintained legal and political restraints against assassination, mindful that opening the door would pose a danger to the international order. But after 9/11, and especially during the presidencies of Donald Trump, the US has been more audacious in its use of force against t»»»