Erdogan Urges NATO Allies to Lift Defense Industry Restrictions at Summit
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday that NATO allies must lift defence-industry restrictions among them, pressing the case for Ankara to break into some Europe-only initiatives. “Restrictions among allies on defence cooperation, especially in the defence industry, must be lifted,” »»»
Dalic quits after 'incredible era' as Croatia coach
Zagreb: Croatia's most successful football coach, Zlatko Dalic, resigned on Wednesday, ending a tenure that included taking the team to the 2018 World Cup final. "As much as I still feel the ambition and desire to achieve new successes with Croatia, I feel that this is the right moment to bring thi»»»
Feared as 'Hitler', loved as 'Princi': Rich tributes paid to former Indian expat educationist in UAE who died back home
Dubai: Days after the death of Prof KK Abdul Gaffar, the techno-educationist, who helped shape engineering and medical education across India and the UAE, tributes have poured in from former students, colleagues and community leaders across the UAE. As reported by Gulf News, Prof KK Abdul Gaffar, w»»»
Bassil wants Hezbollah to ‘submit to state’, slams ‘cover’ granted to Israel
Free Patriotic Movement leader Jebran Bassil has lamented that Israel has “deliberately” targeted “civilians who have no connection to the war – doctors, engineers, paramedics, students, and this time a school principal and her family." Criticizing Lebanese authorities for “standing idly by while t»»»
Bulgaria's PM Radev Met Zelensky in Ankara for Energy Talks
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Ankara during the NATO Summit, where the two leaders focused on expanding cooperation in the energy sector. Their talks centered on opportunities for closer collaboration in the supply of energy resources, incl»»»
Aoun condemns Iranian attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain
President Joseph Aoun has followed the developments regarding the Iranian attacks that targeted Bahrain and Kuwait on Wednesday, saying the strikes are “a blatant violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of both countries, and a flagrant breach of international law and the Charter of »»»
Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before kickoff
DEIR AL-BALAH: An Israeli strike on Gaza just before the kickoff of the Egypt-Argentina World Cup match killed a top Palestinian aid official who helped organize public screenings of the game across the enclave, according to local health officials. The blast turned what was supposed to be a moment »»»
Trump dismisses Netanyahu’s concerns over potential F-35 sale to Türkiye
US President Donald Trump has rebuffed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s call not to sell F-35 fighter jets to Türkiye. Netanyahu has accused Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of destabilizing the Middle East, as Ankara has emerged as one of the most vocal critics of Israel’s militar»»»
US-Iran hostilities rock NATO summit as Trump questions ceasefire
ANKARA: US President DonaldTrumpon Wednesday said he considers the ceasefire between the US and Iran to be over following a flare-up of hostilities overnight, but left the door open for negotiations to continue. "To me, I think it (the ceasefire) is over,"Trumpsaid, speaking alongside NATO Secretar»»»
Pakistan searches for Boeing cargo plane missing over Arabian Sea
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is searching for a Boeing cargo aircraft missing over the Arabian Sea with five crew members on board. The Karachi-bound 737-400 plane operated by a Pakistani carrier took off from Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates and lost contact with air traffic control about 9:18pm (16:18 »»»
Here's where Péter Magyar could meet Zelensky before joint visit to Transcarpathia
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has revealed that he and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have agreed to meet in the near future, with the talks potentially taking place in either Budapest or Kyiv before the two leaders travel together to Transcarpathia. Speaking in a Facebook video ah»»»
UAE tops Arab region in FDI inflows in 2025 with $48.2 billion
The UAE topped the list of Arab destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025, attracting US$48.2 billion, representing 40.4 percent of the total. It also ranked first in the Arab world and 17th globally in Dhaman's 2025 Composite Investment Climate Index, improving by two places compare»»»
EgyptAir operates special flight to return Egypt national team from 2026 World Cup Arab Finance For Information Technology
Arab Finance: EgyptAir, the national carrier and official airline of Egypt's national football team during its participation in the 2026 World Cup, operated a special flight on Wednesday, July 8th, to transport the Pharaohs' delegation from the US back to Egypt following the conclusion of their tou»»»
S. Korea's Lee, Norway PM Store discuss deepening cooperation in security, technology - UPI.com
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung (R) and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store shake hands during their talks in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday. Photo by Yonhap South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store held talks Wednesday on ways to deepen cooperatio»»»
Middle East live: Tehran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes on Iran
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards on Wednesday said they had targeted US military bases in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation for Washington's strikes on Iran after it struck merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The regional crossfire raised the risk that an interim agreement to halt fighting could bre»»»
Netanyahu warns US could 'destroy' Mideast power balance as Trump floats F-35 jet sale to Turkey
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced his willingness to sell Turkey F-35 fighter jets, a move which is likely to face strong resistance in Congress and which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said would "destroy" the balance of power in the Middle East. Trump on Tuesday became the»»»
Trump says Iran deal is ‘over’: What happens now?
Dubai: President Donald Trump has declared that he believes the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is “over”, signalling the possible collapse of the fragile agreement that had halted weeks of fighting and briefly reopened the Strait of Hormuz. His remarks came after a dramatic overnight esc»»»
Israeli strike kills World Cup screening organizer in Gaza just before kickoff
An Israeli strike on Gaza just before the kickoff of the Egypt-Argentina World Cup match killed a top Palestinian aid official who was instrumental in efforts to organize public screenings of the game across the enclave, according to local health officials. The blast turned what was supposed to be »»»
U.S., S. Korea, Japan reaffirm N. Korea denuclearization, target cyber threats - UPI.com
This photo, provided by Seoul's foreign ministry, shows South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun (C), U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio (L) and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara on Tuesday. Photo courtesy of South Korea Foreign Ministry SEOUL,»»»
Pete Hegseth cancels Israel visit
DUBAI: US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth cancelled a planned visit to Israel, where he was due to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz, according to a source cited by The Jerusalem Post. Hegseth remains in Ankara with US President Donald Trump for the NATO summit, »»»
Defense Minister: NATO Unity Is Bulgaria’s “Strongest Security Tool” Amid Rising Threats
Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said on Tuesday that NATO’s unity and solidarity remain Bulgaria’s most important security guarantees, stressing that a stronger alliance and increased defense cooperation are essential for addressing current security challenges. Stoyanov made the comment»»»
Trump blasts Spain, targets Greenland at NATO summit
Ankara: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday threatened to cut off trade with Spain and insisted he still wanted Greenland, as NATO leaders met for their summit in Ankara. "I'm very upset with NATO," he told reporters as he met alliance chief Mark Rutte ahead of the main summit session. "I'm not ha»»»
Lebanese information minister praises Qatar's de-escalation efforts in the region
BEIRUT: Lebanese Minister of Information HE Dr Paul Morcos praised the State of Qatar's efforts to reduce tension and its pivotal role in achieving the desired stability. In a statement to Qatar News Agency (QNA), the Lebanese Minister of Information also commended Qatar's role in promoting stabili»»»
Hegseth to meet Netanyahu over possible sale of F-35s to Turkiye, source tells Reuters
JERUSALEM: US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will discuss the possible sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkiye on Wednesday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, a sale likely to anger Israeli officials. The source, who spoke on condition »»»
Iraq holy cities host funeral processions for Khamenei
Funeral processions for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began Wednesday in the Iraqi city of Najaf with thousands of mourners present. The Islamic Republic's dayslong funeral for Khamenei began Saturday, with authorities shutting down streets, airspace and daily life in Tehran as »»»
Pakistan searches for Boeing cargo plane that PM says crashed into sea
Karachi: Pakistan searched on Wednesday for a Boeing cargo plane that went missing off the country's southern coast, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif saying the aircraft had crashed into the Arabian Sea with five people on board. The aircraft was approaching Karachi from Sharjah in the United Ara»»»
PM Magyar at NATO summit: “Ukraine is the victim, Russia the brutal aggressor”, announces bilateral meeting
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar delivered one of his clearest statements yet on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine during the second day of the NATO summit in Ankara, declaring that “Ukraine is the victim, Russia the brutal aggressor.” Speaking alongside other NATO leaders, Magyar stressed that Hun»»»
It's official: Aoun to visit White House on July 21
The Embassy of Lebanon in Washington announced Wednesday that the White House has officially invited President Joseph Aoun to visit Washington and meet with President Donald Trump on July 21. "The invitation reflects the enduring partnership between Lebanon and the United States and provides an opp»»»
UAE job market outlook 2026 remains resilient with strong demand for AI, technology, construction, engineering and financial services talent
The UAE labour market is entering the second half of 2026 with strong resilience. Earlier this year in Q1, private sector employment grew by 2.5%, while the number of registered companies increased by 0.4%, reflecting a healthy pipeline of business activity. Hiring activity is expected to close 202»»»
Beyond final whistle: How Qatar turned a World Cup into an enduring destination legacy
Doha, Qatar: As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds across North America, the global spotlight once again falls on football’s greatest stage. Yet for many fans, commentators and media, the conversation continues to return to Qatar 2022. Four years later, the tournament is remembered for far more than t»»»
Ministry of Sports highlights programmes to empower youth
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Sports and Youth has highlighted a wide range of programmes designed to empower young people and strengthen their participation in national and international platforms, reaffirming its commitment to placing youth at the centre of policymaking and development as Qatar ma»»»
Qatar affirms commitment to supporting OPCW efforts to enhance international peace, security
THE HAGUE: The State of Qatar affirmed its commitment to supporting the efforts of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) to strengthen the implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC), contributing to the promotion of international peace and security. This came »»»
Qatar Leadership Centre launches Leaders of Tomorrow Camp
Doha, Qatar: The third edition of the Leaders of Tomorrow Camp 2026, a youth leadership programme organised by the Qatar Leadership Centre in cooperation with the American University of Beirut, has officially begun, with 100 students participating. The programme is part of the center’s ongoing effo»»»
Doha hosts annual strategic meeting ahead of Web Summit Qatar 2027
Doha, Qatar: The Permanent Web Summit Organising Committee held its annual strategic meeting in Doha, bringing together partners to guide the next phase of Web Summit Qatar’s growth as preparations continue for its fourth edition, which will take place from January 31 to February 3, 2027. The meeti»»»
IMO Council approves Qatar’s hosting of World Maritime Day 2028
London: During its 137th regular meeting, the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) approved the State of Qatar’s hosting of the World Maritime Day 2028 event. Marking the occasion, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United Kingdom and Permanent Representative of the State o»»»
Iraq's holy cities host funeral processions for Khamenei
Funeral processions for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei began Wednesday in the Iraqi city of Najaf with thousands of mourners present. The Islamic Republic's dayslong funeral for Khamenei began Saturday, with authorities shutting down streets, airspace and daily life in Tehran as »»»
Stem Racing Japan stages first national competition
TOKYO: Stem Racing Japan held its first national finals last month, with the top teams earning places at the global event later in the year. Stem Racing, formerly known as F1 in Schools, is a worldwide program supported by Formula One that promotes education in science, technology, engineering and »»»
US strikes over 80 targets in Iran after Hormuz Strait ship attacks
DOHA: US Central Command announced on Wednesday that its forces struck more than 80 targets during the strikes it carried out against Iran the previous night. "US forces struck Iranian air defense systems, command and control networks, coastal radar sites, anti-ship missile capabilities, and more t»»»
Tehran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes
The U.S. military attacked Iran early Wednesday after it said Tehran struck three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, part of an American effort that also revoked the Islamic Republic's ability to openly sell crude oil in the world market. Iran retaliated with strikes targeting Bahrain and Kuwait. The r»»»
QIIB wins ‘Best Innovation in Retail Banking, Qatar 2026’ award
Doha, Qatar: QIIB has received a prestigious new award that further reinforces its leadership in digital banking – ‘Best Innovation in Retail Banking – Qatar 2026’, instituted and presented by MEA Finance, a leading media platform and publication specialising in the banking and business sectors acr»»»
President Dan at NATO Summit to underline need to strengthen air and maritime defence
President Nicusor Dan will underline the need to strengthen air and maritime defence at Wednesday's NATO Summit and will support reinforcing the Alliance's defence and deterrence posture on the Eastern Flank.The head of state arrived in Ankara on Tuesday evening, where he met Allied leaders at a re»»»
On This Day, July 8: Ex-Japanese PM Shinzo Abe assassinated - UPI.com
On July 8, 2022, Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister who retired from office in 2020 after a bout of health problems, was shot dead. 1 of 6 | People offer flowers at the memorial outside Nippon Budokan during state funeral of late former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo, J»»»
Iran's attacks show failure to commit to de-escalation: Gargash
Dr Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, has said Iran's reported attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and repeated aggression against Bahrain and Kuwait demonstrate that Tehran is unwilling to commit to de-escalation or move beyond the recent conflict. In a post »»»
Kuwait condemns latest Iranian attack
DUBAI: Kuwati on Wednesday condemned the latest Iranian attack, describing Tehran’s military actions a continuation of “brazen aggressions at a time when regional and international efforts aimed at de-escalation are underway” which “undermined efforts to reduce tensions.” The security of the State »»»
US strikes on Iran 'absolutely necessary': Nato's Rutte
Ankara: The overnight strikes on Iran by US forces were "absolutely necessary", Nato chief Mark Rutte said on Wednesday as the alliance began a key summit in Ankara. Rutte's strong defence over the overnight US military strikes on Iran, came as he arguing that Washington had little choice but to re»»»
The NATO summit was supposed to focus on defense spending. Trump’s strikes on Iran changed that
ANKARA: President Donald Trump surprised NATO leaders he is meeting with in Turkiye by launching a series of strikes on Iran late Tuesday and revoking a license that allowed Tehran to sell its oil on the world market, a major twist for a summit that had been aimed at showcasing how alliance members»»»
Europe unveils $50 billion long-range missile project
A coalition of 12 countries, led by the UK, is launching a more than £37 billion ($50 billion/€43 billion) programme to develop a new long-range precision missile system aimed at strengthening Nato's defenses against emerging threats across Europe. The Deep Precision Strike initiative is expected t»»»
Saudi, UAE condemn attack on Qatari tanker
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia condemned Iran’s targeting of the Saudi tanker ‘Wedyan’ as it transited the Strait of Hormuz, as well as its attack on the Qatari tanker ‘Al Rekayyat’, stressing that these unacceptable attacks constitute an assault on the security and safety of international nav»»»
Katara hosts celebration of Egyptian National Day
Doha: The Katara Cultural Village Foundation recently hosted the celebration of the Arab Republic of Egypt’s National Day by the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in the State of Qatar. The event was attended by General Manager of of Katara H E Professor Dr. Khalid bin Ibrahim Al-Sulaiti, Ambas»»»
New attacks on Iran were absolutely necessary, NATO chief says
ANKARA: The new attacks by the US on Iran were “absolutely necessary,” NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday. “When you have a ceasefire and Iran is basically violating the ceasefire, I think it is totally crucial that the US forcefully react,” Rutte told reporters befo»»»