TEHRAN: Three sons of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei prayed beside his coffin and those of four other family members on Sunday, but Mojtaba, the son who succeeded ​him as Iran’s supreme leader, did not make an appearance. State TV showed Mostafa, Meysam and Masoud Khamenei praying behi»»»

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s political fate will be decided on Tuesday when a Paris appeals court rules on whether she is eligible to run in the 2027 presidential elections, a verdict with major implications for France's future. Le Pen is appealing her 2025 conviction for embezzling European Pa»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Araghchi to Resistance Allies: Iran Seeks End to Lebanon War, Vows Continued Support for Palestine 05-07-2026 12:46 PM Iranian Foreign Mini»»»

Small caps lead gains while investors weigh debt inflows, IMF progress and improving external liquidity Cairo — Egyptian equities closed last week higher on Wednesday, extending the market’s recovery for a second consecutive session as foreign investors returned as net buyers and small- and mid-cap»»»

Egypt’s drive to localise pharmaceutical manufacturing has attracted fresh regional investor interest, with Gulf companies expressing a desire to participate in the Arab API project, one of the country’s largest strategic investments in pharmaceutical raw materials. Olfat Ghorab, Chairwoman of the »»»

DUBAI: Palestinian Jordanian singer-songwriter Zeyne has surprised fans by announcing a series of intimate summer performances ahead of her previously announced European tour, giving audiences another chance to see the rising regional star live before she hits the stage in September. The singer rev»»»

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu could visit the White House as early as next week, U.S. President Donald Trump told Axios, adding that the prime minister "knows who the boss is" in their relationship. The possible meeting comes amid reports of tensions between the two leaders over efforts to end the wa»»»

DOHA: The National Cyber Security Agency and beIN Media Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation in the fields of cybersecurity awareness and national capacity building. The MoU outlines cooperation across several areas, most notably offering training opportunit»»»

Doha: Mannai Home, in partnership with TCL, has officially launched the highly anticipated 2026 TCL SQD-Mini LED TV lineup in Qatar, introducing the premium C7L, C8L, and flagship X11L models. The launch event showcased TCL's latest display innovations, bringing exceptional brightness, cinematic co»»»

MOSCOW: One person was killed in a Ukrainian attack on Russian-occupied Crimea, Moscow-installed officials said in the early hours of Sunday, as Russian and Ukrainian leaders held separate calls with US President Donald Trump on ending the war, now in its fifth year. Two others were injured in the »»»

Geneva, July 5 (SANA) The Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic has condemned the terrorist bombing that targeted a café in Damascus on July 2, calling for those responsible to be held accountable. In a statement posted on X, the commission said the attack kill»»»

GENEVA (Sputnik) - Europe is hardly capable of offering constructive ideas for a Ukrainian settlement today, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin told RIA Novosti. "Regarding the recent increased frequency of statements by European leaders about the need to 'talk' with Russia, primarily »»»

ISTANBUL: US President Donald Trump’s visit to Ankara for the NATO summit could help secure Turkiye’s acquisition of dozens of fighter jet engines, but won’t resolve the F-35 dispute that has soured ties, analysts say. The July 7-8 summit, which is being hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, wi»»»

Doha, Qatar: Mowasalat (Karwa) welcomed 50 young sustainable development ambassadors from the Sustainable Development Ambassadors Centre to the Lusail Bus Depot, as part of their ‘Sustainability Coffee’ programme. The visit provided an opportunity for the ambassadors to explore one of Qatar’s key s»»»

Egypt’s summer economy is not a single, uniform market but a fragmented system shaped by geography, lifestyle, and consumer behavior. According to Platformance’s Summer Egypt 2026 report, the season represents one of the country’s largest windows of concentrated consumer attention. Yet, it unfolds »»»

BEIJING: China’s military promoted two officers to the rank of general in what may be a precursor to a reorganization at the top following the removal of several of its leaders in a long-running anti-corruption drive. The shake-up is believed to be part of an effort to reform the military and ensur»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held a new phone call, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said. The call was initiated by the American side and lasted 1 hour and 25 minutes. According to Ushakov, the conversation was not only protocol-related, but also businesslike and highly »»»

Arab Finance: The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) refuted reports circulating on social media and websites regarding the issuance of new 25-piastre, 50-piastre, and EGP 1 paper banknotes, according to an official statement. It clarified that the paper banknotes currently in circulation are from previou»»»

Péter Magyar submitted to the National Assembly, on behalf of the government, a proposal for the 17th amendment to the Basic Law. This was announced on Saturday on the Prime Minister's Facebook page, with the addition that the amendment would terminate the current President of the Republic's mandat»»»

Demonstrators gather to protest against the Alternative for Germany party, which is this weekend. Photo by Christoph Rutenolk/EPA July 4 (UPI) -- Thousands of protesters on Saturday blocked roads in Erfurt, Germany, in an effort to prevent members of the far right Alternative fur Deutschland party »»»

Tribune News Network Doha Mannai Home, in partnership with TCL, has officially launched the highly anticipated 2026 TCL SQD-Mini LED TV lineup in Qatar introducing the premium C7L, C8L and flagship X11L models. The launch event showcased TCL’s latest display innovations, bringing exceptional bright»»»

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have held a phone call, during which they discussed the Ukraine conflict, the situation around Iran, and the prospects for restoring bilateral ties, Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov has said. The conversation took place on Saturday, as the Uni»»»

AMMAN — Exports by the Amman Chamber of Industry (ACI) rose by 9.5 per cent during the first half of 2026 to JD3.801 billion, reflecting the resilience of Jordan's industrial sector despite regional challenges.According to the chamber's statistical report released on Saturday, exports increased fro»»»

NEW DELHI — India and Japan will work more closely on critical minerals to boost "resilience" in their supply chains, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Thursday, as the two huge Asian economies look to cut dependence on top exporter China.Both India and Japan depend on imports for many such mineral»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has become a key diplomatic actor in efforts to end Sudan’s civil war, with the Kingdom uniquely positioned to translate years of stalled negotiations into a ceasefire and political transition, according to the EU’s envoy for the Horn of Africa. “I think it’s key. I think it’s »»»

RAMALLAH: Organized terrorism carried out by settler gangs against Palestinian settlements in Jenin, Nablus, Jerusalem, and Hebron in the West Bank is a dangerous escalation of violence, according to the Palestinian leadership. Presidential spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeineh said the attacks had inclu»»»

HOUSTON: Morocco produced a patient and professional performance to sweep past World Cup co-hosts Canada 3-0 in their round-of-16 clash on Saturday. A second-half brace from Azzedine Ounahi and a late Soufiane Rahimi strike on the break saw the Atlas Lions overpower their opponents, who offered lit»»»

ERFURT: Tens of thousands of demonstrators flooded a German city on Saturday, blocking major roads and disrupting public transport, but failed to halt a congress of the far-right AfD party. Many Alternative for Germany — AfD — delegates arrived at the conference center in Erfurt in the early hours,»»»

RIYADH: The Saudi aid agency KSrelief continues to implement the National Blood Bank operation project in Mogadishu, Somalia. The blood bank last month provided services to 229 beneficiaries, including internally displaced persons and residents. The agency distributed 200 personal care kits to the »»»

BEIJING: China’s military promoted two officers to the rank of general in what may be a precursor to a reorganization at the top following the removal of several of its leaders in a long-running anti-corruption drive. The shake-up is believed to be in part an effort to ensure the military’s loyalty»»»

MAKKAH: As the Kingdom advances to diversify agricultural production and strengthen food security, success stories are emerging from farmers who have embraced unconventional ideas and harnessed the local environment to introduce new crops to the Saudi market. Among them is farmer Radhi Al-Sharari, »»»

RIYADH: Large-scale concerts, scintillating theme parks, and a booming cinema industry are no longer novelties in Saudi Arabia, with them becoming powerful engines of economic diversification under Vision 2030, according to industry experts. Guided by the ambitious program, Saudi Arabia is affirmin»»»

ERFURT, Germany: Thousands protested against Germany’s far-right AfD and blocked roads to its annual conference in the eastern city of Erfurt on Saturday, where the party re-elected the two leaders who have overseen its rise as a national force. Protesters from unions, civil society groups and left»»»

COLOMBO: A new medical college complex in southwestern Sri Lanka, financed by the Saudi Fund for Development, was inaugurated on Saturday, marking the latest Saudi assistance aimed at improving healthcare and education in the island nation. The $50 million project for the Faculty of Medicine at the»»»

Share: A sovereign Lebanon and a secure Israel are not competing goals—they are mutually reinforcing. The framework agreement offers a rare opportunity to turn that vision into lasting peace. By : The Editorial Board , Opinion The time has come for visionary leaders in both Israel and Lebanon to su»»»

JEDDAH: Seasons at Art Promenade is an event in Jeddah consisting of four themed zones inspired by the four seasons of the year. Organized by Lamsat Events, the attraction, which runs until July 26, offers a mix of family entertainment, creative workshops, live performances and interactive activiti»»»

Washington: Millions of Americans celebrated the country's 250th birthday on Saturday -- a landmark celebration that comes at a time of deep political division, with a president determined to put his stamp on the festivities. Washington's traditional fireworks display on the National Mall -- lined »»»

A week-long state funeral for the Islamic Republic’s late supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has begun in Iran, more than four months after he was killed in US-Israeli airstrikes. The ceremonies mark the end of nearly four decades of Khamenei’s leadership. Millions of mourners are expected to »»»

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar announced on Saturday that the government has formally submitted the 17th amendment to Hungary’s Fundamental Law to Parliament, that could become one of the most significant constitutional reform packages in recent years. The prime minister said further details»»»

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Donald Trump of the United States of America on the occasion of his country's Independence Day. On his X account, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed said: “I extend my sincere congratulatio»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Saturday with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Asaad Al Shaibani, who is visiting the country. The meeting dealt with bilateral coopera»»»

DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic HE Asaad Al Shaibani, who is currently visiting the country. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral relat»»»

GAZA CITY, Palestinian Territories: The Gaza war was the spark that touched off years of Middle East conflict culminating in the US-Israeli war with Iran, but as Washington and Tehran wrangle over terms for peace, the devastated territory’s fate seems largely out of mind. “Ever since the United Sta»»»

Funeral prayers for martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei and four members of his family who were martyred alongside him will be held at Tehran’s Grand Musalla on Sunday morning, as Iran continues nationwide farewell ceremonies.The funeral prayer ceremony will begin»»»

Lampedusa, Italy: Pope Leo XIV on Saturday pressed Europe to do more to protect and integrate migrants as he visited Italy's Lampedusa island, a major port of call for those risking the perilous crossing from Africa. His trip to the migration frontline was a stark message to both EU and US leaders »»»

Thousands of demonstrators flooded a German city on Saturday, blocking major roads and disrupting public transport, in a bid to shut down the annual congress of the far-right AfD party. About 20,000 people flocked to Erfurt, in Thuringia state, according to police, to protest against the Alternativ»»»

Pope Leo XIV arrived on Saturday on Italy's Lampedusa island, a major port of call for migrants who risked the perilous crossing from North Africa, in a symbolic rebuke to the anti-immigrant rhetoric coming from US and EU political factions. Pope Leo XIV on Saturday visited Italy's Lampedusa island»»»

Riyadh: The Saudi Authority of Internal Auditors, in cooperation with IE University, recently held the graduation ceremony for the first cohort of the IE Executive Artificial Intelligence Program for Internal Auditors in Madrid. The event was attended by Hussam Alangari, chairman of the authority a»»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke on Friday and agreed to meet "soon" in the United States, the premier's office said. The conversation comes after the United States and Israel fought alongside each other in their military campaign against Iran, and als»»»

The Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA) has completed a three-year global research project aimed at strengthening ethical standards for involving children in research and ensuring their voices are heard throughout the process. Known as the Child Assent Project, the initiative is among the fir»»»