Arab News 4m

What to know as Israeli forces’ historic Lebanon incursion complicates an Iran deal

TEL AVIV, Israel: Israeli forces are making their deepest incursion inside Lebanon since they withdrew from the country over a quarter-century ago, despite a nominal US-brokered ceasefire and the first direct talks between the countries in decades. The Israeli advance presents a challenge in the em»»»

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Jordan Times 10m

Hassan announces measures to boost industrial growth, accelerate investment in Maan

- Rawda Industrial Zone to receive incentives under new government plan- Incentives will remain in place until zone is connected to Arab Gas Pipeline- PM calls for fast-tracking Aqaba–Maan Land Port ProjectAMMAN — Prime Minister Jafar Hassan announced new incentives for the Rawda Industrial Area, m»»»

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France24 13m

Israeli forces capture historic castle in deepest Lebanese incursion in 26 years

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he had ordered troops to move further into Lebanon in the battle against the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group as Israeli troops captured and planted their flag on a strategic mountain topped with the Crusader-built Beaufort castle. Israel»»»

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Arab News 40m

Turkiye writers denounce ‘undemocratic’ court move against opposition

ANKARA: More than 250 Turkish writers have signed a joint statement condemning what they described as “undemocratic practices” after a court overturned the main opposition party’s 2023 primary, removing its elected leader. The Republican People’s Party (CHP) has been thrown into turmoil since a May»»»

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Arab News 41m

Niemann beats Gooch to win LIV Golf Korea championship

BUSAN: Chile’s Joaquin Niemann outlasted American Talor Gooch in a playoff to win LIV Golf Korea on Sunday, as Bryson DeChambeau fell just short with a final-day charge. Niemann birdied the par-4 first extra hole at Asiad Country Club in Busan after a sublime approach shot to claim his first win of»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE condemns settlers' storming of Al Aqsa Mosque, Israeli flag raising, calls for respect of holy sites

The UAE has strongly condemned the storming of the Al Aqsa Mosque compound by Israeli settlers and the raising of the Israeli flag within its courtyards. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced the storming of Al Aqsa Mosque by settlers under the protection of Israeli police, desc»»»

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Gulf News 1h

UAE and Serbian Presidents discuss ties

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from Aleksandar Vučić, President of the Republic of Serbia, during which they discussed opportunities to strengthen cooperation between the two countries across a number of priority sectors, including the econ»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Bahrain detains 41 suspects over alleged IRGC links in major terrorism probe

Dubai: Bahrain’s Public Prosecution has ordered the detention of 41 suspects accused of belonging to a network linked to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), in one of the Kingdom’s largest recent terrorism-related investigations. Prosecutors said the suspects were questioned and remand»»»

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Daily News Egypt 1h

Egypt condemns Israeli incursion into Southern Lebanon as regional tensions escalate

Egypt on Sunday strongly condemned Israel’s expansion of ground operations in southern Lebanon, describing the Israeli army’s crossing of the Litani River and advance into areas north of the river as a “complete violation of Lebanese sovereignty” and an attempt to impose a new military reality on t»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Egypt uncovers rare funerary treasure at ancient Heliopolis Necropolis in Cairo

Egypt has uncovered a rare archaeological cache containing a near complete funerary assemblage, possible gold jewellery and ritual objects at the ancient Heliopolis necropolis in Cairo, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said on Sunday. The discovery was made by an Egyptian archaeological miss»»»

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Daily News Egypt 2h

Opinion | House of The Arabs: From Foundation to Future

Henry Kissinger is famously said to have asked: “Who do I call if I want to speak to Europe?” This sardonic remark has since become shorthand for a structural dilemma in international politics: how collective entities are translated into coherent representation, and what follows when they are not. »»»

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Arab News 3h

France’s Macron says ‘nothing justifies’ south Lebanon escalation

PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that “nothing justifies the major escalation under way in south Lebanon” where Israeli forces have launched a new offensive against Hezbollah. In a message on X after speaking with regional leaders, Macron said it was “essential” for an agreeme»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Dubai Police at 70: Dhahi Khalfan reveals the secrets behind its success

Dubai: As Dubai Police marks 70 years since its establishment, Lieutenant General Dhahi Khalfan Tamim, Deputy Chief of Police and Public Security in Dubai, reflected on a remarkable journey that transformed a small local force operating from Naif into one of the world's most advanced and innovative»»»

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Al Manar 4h

UAE Shuts Down Iran’s Red Crescent Hospital in Dubai, Freezes Assets

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has forcibly shut down the Iranian Red Crescent Hospital in Dubai, expelled patients from the facility, frozen its assets, and subjected its director to daily interrogations, according to the head of Iran’s Red Crescent Society. Pirhossein Kolivand said on Tuesday tha»»»

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UPI 4h

Police arrest 780 in Paris soccer team victory riots - UPI.com

Paris Saint-Germain fans react in Parc des Princes stadium after the team defeated Arsenal in Paris on Saturday. Photo by Valentina Camu/EPA May 31 (UPI) -- Police in France arrested hundreds of people late Saturday after celebrations for the Paris Saint-Germain soccer team turned violent, local au»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Israeli Soldiers Share Rare Accounts from Gaza: Killings Never Stopped

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 fragile »»»

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Arab News 5h

Israeli forces set up temporary checkpoints in southern Syrian towns

LONDON: Israeli forces set up temporary checkpoints where they stopped and searched residents before withdrawing from the cities of Quneitra and Daraa in southern Syria on Sunday. Two Israeli military vehicles advanced along the road linking the village of Saida Al-Golan and Quneitra, the Syrian Ar»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

Palestinian Authorities Say Israeli Forces Kill Man Trying to Climb Barrier

Israeli forces shot dead a Palestinian man Sunday as he attempted to enter Jerusalem by climbing over a barrier separating the city from the occupied West Bank, Palestinian authorities said. The Palestinian health ministry in Ramallah identified the man as Imad Haroun Ashtiyeh, 26, saying he was ki»»»

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Arab News 6h

Frankly Speaking: Assessing Operation Epic Fury

RIYADH: Three months after the US and Israel launched Operation Epic Fury against Iran, the Middle East remains gripped by instability, stretching from Gaza and Lebanon to Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. For Nomi Bar-Yaacov, the veteran human rights lawyer and international peace negotiator, the ver»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Oman customs seize more than 6kg of marijuana at Muscat airport

Omani customs authorities have seized more than six kilograms of marijuana concealed in the luggage of a passenger arriving at Muscat International Airport, as the Sultanate continues its efforts to combat drug smuggling. Customs officials said 17 packages of marijuana weighing a total of 6.179kg w»»»

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Al Awsat 6h

France Requests UN Security Council 'Emergency Meeting' on Lebanon

France has requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council after Israeli forces seized the medieval Beaufort castle in Lebanon, the French foreign minister said Sunday, AFP reported. "I have requested an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council because, while w»»»

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Gulf News 7h

Saudi Arabia opens Umrah visa applications for news Umrah season, announces key deadlines to 2027

Saudi Arabia will begin issuing Umrah visas for the new Umrah season from today, May 31, marking the start of preparations for the 1448 AH season following the conclusion of this year's Hajj. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah said the visa issuance and the arrival of international pilgrims for the new»»»

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Naharnet 7h

War expansion or imminent ceasefire? Conflicting reports as Israel escalates in Lebanon

President Joseph Aoun is leading intensive efforts with the Americans in an attempt to reach a ceasefire or de-escalation and to halt the Israeli advance, the al-Modon news portal reported on Sunday "Contacts are ongoing with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in an attempt to reach a ceasefire," »»»

Arab News 7h

How Saudi Arabia resets holy sites after Hajj

RIYADH: With the 2026 Hajj season now over and pilgrims leaving Makkah, Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah, Saudi authorities have begun a major operation: dismantling temporary facilities, maintaining infrastructure and preparing the holy sites for next year’s pilgrimage. According to official statistics»»»

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Naharnet 7h

Netanyahu says capturing Beaufort a 'dramatic shift' in Lebanon offensive

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday said he ordered the Israeli army to deepen its deployment in Hezbollah strongholds north of the Litani River, noting that "soon Hezbollah will no longer have the ability to threaten northern Israel." Netanyahu also declared that Israeli forces' ca»»»

Al Awsat 7h

Netanyahu Orders Deeper Israeli Incursion into Lebanon to Hit Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he had ordered troops to move further into Lebanon in the battle against the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group, despite a ceasefire announced more than six weeks ago. The fighting in Lebanon has been the broadest spillover of the Iran war,»»»

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Arab News 7h

New York Mayor Mamdani to skip annual parade celebrating Israel

NEW YORK: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend an annual parade honoring Israel on Sunday, breaking with a decades-long political custom because of his support of Palestinian rights. Though it has gone by different names over the years, the Israel Day parade has always been a must-att»»»

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Gulf News 8h

Saudi Arabia to build massive waste processing city South of Mecca by 2027 to serve Hajj and Umrah pilgrims

Saudi Arabia is building a large scale waste processing city south of Mecca as part of efforts to strengthen environmental services and support the growing needs of the holy city and surrounding pilgrimage sites. The project, known as the Waste Processing City, is being developed on an area of 8.5 »»»

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Gulf News 8h

Saudi Arabia arrests over 8,000 illegal residents, deports 7,466 in one week

Dubai: Saudi authorities have arrested 8,090 people for violating residency, labour and border security regulations during nationwide inspections carried out over the past week, the Ministry of Interior said. The ministry said joint operations conducted from May 21 to 27 resulted in the arrest of 4»»»

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Arab News 9h

Middle East airlines’ 46.6% demand drop pushes global traffic down: IATA 

RIYADH: Middle Eastern airlines posted a 46.6 percent drop in passenger demand in April, pulling global air traffic down 3.4 percent as regional conflict disrupted travel networks. According to the International Air Transport Association’s latest passenger traffic report, global demand would have r»»»

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BNE 9h

Russia recalls Armenia envoy ahead of election

Russia said on May 30 it has recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations over what it described as Yerevan's growing rapprochement with the European Union, escalating tensions between the traditional allies just days before Armenia's June 7 general election. The move comes amid a widening »»»

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BNE 9h

Russia recalls Armenia envoy ahead of election

Russia said on May 30 it has recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations over what it described as Yerevan's growing rapprochement with the European Union, escalating tensions between the traditional allies just days before Armenia's June 7 general election. The move comes amid a widening »»»

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Arab News 9h

Saudi dates gain popularity in India as healthier sugar alternative

NEW DELHI: Saudi dates are becoming increasingly popular in India, dry fruit traders and the Kingdom’s regulator say, as Indian buyers look for healthier alternatives to sugar and better-quality fruit than the Iranian dates that used to dominate the market. Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Palms »»»

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The Peninsula 10h

Qatar Cabinet approves draft laws on e-invoicing, private schools and more in May 2026

Doha, Qatar: The Cabinet has approved in May 2026 a series of decisions and draft laws targeted at advancing social development, strengthening family cohesion, enhancing governance, and supporting the country's digital transformation efforts. In a statement by the Council of Ministers Secretariat G»»»

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RT 10h

US and Cuban military leaders hold rare meeting at Guantanamo

US and Cuban military officials have held a rare in-person meeting at the Guantanamo Bay naval base as Washington continues to increase pressure on the island nation. The US acquired the site on Cuba’s southeastern coast in 1903. While Cuba retains formal sovereignty over the territory, Washington »»»

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RT 10h

Trump pushes for last-minute changes to Iran peace draft – media

US President Donald Trump has toughened the terms of peace talks with Iran, the New York Times and Axios reported on Saturday, citing officials familiar with the matter. On Thursday, the two countries reportedly agreed on a memorandum of understanding that would extend the ceasefire reached in Apri»»»

rt.com
Business-review 10h

Valentin Ionescu, President of Institute for Financial Studies: The World Is Changing. Are We Ready to Keep Up?

Op-ed by Valentin Ionescu, President of Institute for Financial Studies (ISF) At the international conference “Economic Issues – New Challenges” EINCO 2026, organized by the University of Oradea, the President of the Institute for Financial Studies, Mr. Valentin Ionescu, stated: “We are living thro»»»

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Naharnet 11h

Israel plants flag on medieval castle, pushes Lebanon ground operation

Israel's flag flew over the medieval fortress on Beaufort in Lebanon on Sunday as it warned Lebanese civilians to evacuate a large area of the south of the country ahead of stepped up ground operations. Shelling was audible and smoke rose from the surrounding area as the invading army's banner was »»»

Novinite 11h

Bulgaria Among EU Leaders in Working HoursOpinions

Average weekly working hours in the European Union stood at 35.9 hours in 2025 for employees aged 20-64, covering both full-time and part-time work in primary jobs. This marks a decline from 36.9 hours a decade earlier, according to Eurostat data. Within the EU, Greece recorded the highest average »»»

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Al Awsat 11h

Euphrates Flood Pushes Eastern Syria Up Gov’t Agenda

The Euphrates River flood has forced Syria’s government into a swift push toward the eastern provinces, not only to contain rising water levels, but also to narrow the gap between residents there and the central administration in Damascus. Some citizens accuse the government of looking only at the »»»

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Gulf News 12h

When will the UAE hit its hottest temperatures this summer?

Dubai: The UAE is set to enter the hottest phase of the year, with summer weather shaped by five major air masses that influence temperatures, humidity and wind patterns across the country, according to a leading Emirati astronomer. Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emira»»»

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Gulf News 12h

Europe's rising interest in Emirati culture as Sharjah brings poetry, theatre and traditions to Poland

Warsaw: Crowds gathered, intrigue was sparked and questions were answered as Sharjah brought the culture and traditions of the UAE to Poland. Sharjah's participation as Guest of Honour at the Warsaw International Book Fair 2026 continued the emirate's efforts to strengthen cultural dialogue and exp»»»

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BBC 12h

Colombia votes in presidential election that could redefine relations with US

Colombia votes in presidential election that could redefine relations with US 7 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GooglePaulin KolaandAleks Phillips EPAThe election has polarised Colombia after months of tension with the US Colombia is heading to the polls to choose a new president. The elect»»»

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Al Awsat 12h

Lebanon: Southern Activists Mount First Political Challenge to Hezbollah

Activists in southern Lebanon have opened the first political confrontation with Hezbollah, issuing two appeals in the names of Tyre and Nabatieh that call for the cities to be declared “free of weapons” and placed “under the authority and protection of the Lebanese state.” Their aim is to protect »»»

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Gulf News 12h

Traveller’s panic ends as Dubai Police return missing bag with $20,000 and 150 grams of gold at DXB

Dubai Police have returned a lost bag containing $20,000 in cash and 150 grams of gold to an Arab traveller who was hours away from boarding a flight to Saudi Arabia. The black bag, which also contained various foreign currencies, multiple mobile phones, and official personal documents, was discove»»»

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The Peninsula 13h

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs receives copy of credentials of UAE Ambassador

Doha, Qatar: The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received on Sunday a copy of the credentials of HE Ambassador of the sisterly United Arab Emirates to the State of Qatar Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi.HE the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs wished HE the Ambassado»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

Hamas Weighs Collective Leadership to Fill Qassam Vacuum

A wave of Israeli assassinations targeting commanders of al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas’ armed wing, has thrown the movement and its military command into greater difficulty. Filling the vacuum at the top of Qassam’s general staff has become harder at what Hamas sees as the most perilous stage in its hi»»»

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Gulf News 13h

UAE salary rule changes from June 1: What workers and employers must know

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has begun implementing the new Wage Protection System (WPS) tomorrow, Monday, 1 June 2026, under which the first day of every calendar month will serve as the unified salary due date for workers in private sector establishments for the prece»»»

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Gulf News 13h

How Gulf energy trade is building resilience through flexibility

Dubai: The Gulf’s role in the global energy market is evolving beyond its traditional status as a major producer, with flexibility, adaptability and reliable delivery emerging as critical pillars of energy security amid growing market uncertainty. As energy markets grapple with rising freight costs»»»

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Al Awsat 13h

Israeli Flag Raised over Lebanon’s Beaufort Castle in Deepest Incursion in 26 Years

Israeli troops have captured a strategic mountain topped with a Crusader-built castle in southern Lebanon in their deepest incursion into the country in more than a quarter century, bragging about planting the flag on the medieval fortress of Beaufort. The capture of Beaufort near the city of Nabat»»»

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