U.S. Special Envoy Thomas Barrack hails ceasefire, pledges backing for full integration
Damascus, Jan. 18 (SANA) U.S. Special Envoy Thomas Barrack on Sunday expressed Washington’s welcome for the ceasefire agreement and the full integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into Syria’s state institutions, noting that the accord “represents a pivotal turning point paving the way f»»»
Egypt, Greece, Cyprus push for GREGY energy link and Gaza reconstruction
Egypt and its Mediterranean allies, Greece and Cyprus, have moved to accelerate the GREGY electrical interconnection project and coordinated on a roadmap for Gaza’s reconstruction, including support for a technocratic committee to manage the territory. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty annou»»»
Al-Sisi reviews Suez Canal traffic recovery, expects higher revenues in 2026
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met on Sunday with Osama Rabie, Chairperson of the Suez Canal Authority (SCA), to review recent developments in shipping traffic and the authority’s maritime development plans. Rabie told the president that the canal recorded a relative improvement and partia»»»
FRA grants EGX first licence to operate derivatives trading
The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), chaired by Mohamed Farid, has granted the Egyptian Exchange (EGX) its first licence to operate futures exchanges for derivatives based on securities listed on the Egyptian market. The milestone step reflects the FRA’s commitment to developing Egypt’s capita»»»
Outgoing Deputy PM Grozdan Karadjov: Cabinet's Resignation Reflects Government Acknowledging Public Concerns
Outgoing Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport and Communications Grozdan Karadjov stated that the ruling majority has acknowledged its mistake, and that submitting its resignation is a dignified way of showing that it has listened to the voice of the people. He made the remarks on bTV Su»»»
1st EV charging station installed at Hamad International Airport
Doha, Qatar: Hamad International Airport (DOH) has announced that the 1st Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations for the public have been installed at the ground level of the Airport's East car park. According to its press release, Hamad International Airport said that this development was achieve»»»
Syrian government, SDF agree to immediate ceasefire
Damascus: The Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) agreed today, Sunday, on an immediate ceasefire across all fronts in Syria. According to the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), the agreement provides for a comprehensive and immediate ceasefire along all front lines and points of »»»
'Europe won't be blackmailed,' Danish PM says in wake of Trump Greenland threats
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says "Europe won't be blackmailed", as she and other European leaders continue to weigh their response to US President Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland. Trump says he will impose new taxes on eight US allies - Denmark, Finland, France, Germany,»»»
Sharjah charity targets 25,000 beneficiaries with Ramadan food baskets
Sharjah Charity International has launched early field preparations for its Ramadan food basket project as part of its annual Ramadan campaign, Jood, aiming to support vulnerable families ahead of the holy month. The initiative seeks to ensure that essential food supplies reach underprivileged hous»»»
Discovery Gardens paid parking: Parkonic issues important advisory
Dubai: Parkonic has issued an advisory to Discovery Gardens residents, warning them not to buy parking through unofficial channels, including social media or private sellers. The company stressed that all parking access and memberships are non-transferable and must be obtained only through the offi»»»
Limited internet returns in Iran after protest blackout
Limited internet access has returned in Iran, a monitor said Sunday, 10 days after authorities imposed a communications blackout that rights groups have said was aimed at masking a violent protest crackdown that killed thousands. Iran's president warned that an attack on the country's supreme leade»»»
Bulgaria’s Postal Service Smoothly Handles Lev-to-Euro Exchange, Says Outgoing Deputy PM Karadjov
Outgoing Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Grozdan Karadjov stated that Bulgarian Posts are handling the exchange of leva to euro flawlessly so far, particularly in remote areas without bank branches. Speaking to bTV’s here on Sunday, he noted that postal security has been reinforced and»»»
New Zealand defeat India to seal historic ODI series win
Indore: New Zealand delivered a combined all-round performance to defeat India in the third and final ODI at the Holkar Cricket Stadium on Sunday, clinching the three-match series 2-1 and registering their first-ever bilateral ODI series victory on Indian soil. After being put in to bat, New Zealan»»»
Interior minister, Canada's FM discuss cooperation in security fields
DOHA: Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force 'Lekhwiya'- Chairman of the Security Committee HESheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani has met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada HE Anita Anand, and her accompanying delegation. During the meeting, a number of »»»
Tuesday, January 20 first day of Sha’ban 1447 AH (Mufti)
Tunis, Jan. 18 (TAP) - The blessed month of Sha’ban 1447 AH will begin on Tuesday, January 20, Mufti of the Republic Hichem ben Mahmoud said in a statement Sunday.The announcement follows the inability to sight the crescent moon on Sunday, January...»»»
Egyptian developers turn to repricing, flexible payment plans to revive sales
Amid slowing demand and intensifying competition, Egyptian real estate developers are revising pricing strategies and expanding flexible payment plans to stimulate sales and maintain cash flow. Companies are increasingly relying on market-aligned repricing, early-bird incentives, and promotional di»»»
Egypt’s property market remains stable with limited delivery delays: Real Estate Chamber
Tarek Shoukry, Chairperson of the Real Estate Development Chamber at the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI), said delays in the delivery of residential units remain limited and do not reflect the overall health of Egypt’s real estate market. Shoukry explained that delivery-related complaints a»»»
Prime Minister, Jordan's Deputy Prime Minister co-chair Joint Higher Committee's 5th session
Amman: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan HE Dr. Ayman Safadi co-chaired the meetings of the 5th session of the Qatari-Jord»»»
Prime minister, Jordanian deputy PM chair Joint Higher Committee meetings
AMMAN: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani,and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan HEDr Ayman Safadi chaired the meetings of the fifth session of the Qatari-Jordani»»»
US' Greenland Move Could Erode NATO From Within, Analyst Warns
If the US were to take control of Greenland, Donald Trump would go down in history as one of the most significant American presidents — not only because of the sheer scale of US territorial expansion, but also because it would change the rules of the game in international relations, political scien»»»
Syria agrees ceasefire with Kurdish-led forces after two weeks of clashes
The Syrian government has announced an immediate nationwide ceasefire with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), taking almost full control of the country, according to Syrian state media. The ceasefire ends nearly two weeks of fighting and forms part of a broader 14-point agreement that »»»
Israel pushes back on Trump's picks for executives on Gaza 'Board of Peace'
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has convened a meeting with his top advisers to discuss Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" for Gaza, after it revealed the US did not include Israel in talks to do with its creation. Netanyahu's office said it was "not coordinated with Israel and runs contrary»»»
RSF violations in Sudan could amount to war crimes: UN Human Rights Commissioner
Port Sudan: United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, warned that serious violations committed against civilians in Sudan by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), including attacks on civilian infrastructure, violence, and extrajudicial killings, may amount to war crimes. Speaking a»»»
World Markets Face Fresh Jolt as Trump Vows Tariffs on Europe Over Greenland
Global markets face a fresh bout of volatility this week after President Donald Trump vowed to slap tariffs on eight European nations until the US is allowed to buy Greenland. Trump said he would impose an additional 10% import tariffs from February 1 on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, »»»
US-based Activist Agency Says It Has Verified 3,766 Deaths from Iran Protests
A US-based activist agency said Sunday that it has verified at least 3,766 deaths during a wave of protests that swept Iran and led to a bloody crackdown and fears the number could be significantly higher. The Human Rights Activists News Agency posted the revised figure, increasing its previous tol»»»
Video Shows Fires in Palestinian Village in West Bank During Israeli Settler Attack
Israeli settlers rampaged through a Palestinian village in the West Bank, setting fire to a series of structures, according to security camera footage obtained by The Associated Press on Sunday, in an overnight onslaught that has become a common phenomenon in the occupied territory. In the video, t»»»
Syrian Government, Kurdish Forces Agree Immediate Ceasefire
The Syrian government and the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) agreed on an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire on all fronts on Sunday after days of fighting as the army advanced into Kurdish-held territories in the northeast. The ceasefire will be in parallel with the withdrawal of»»»
Ramadan 2026: UAE Fatwa Council announces Tuesday as first day Shaaban
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Council for Fatwa has announced that Tuesday, January 20, 2026, will mark the first day of the Islamic month of Shaaban, following a review of scientific data related to the sighting of the crescent moon. Ramadan Prayer Timetable 2026 In a statement, the council said it had exami»»»
Economy Ministry moves to protect public assets, factories in Deir Ezzor
Damascus, Jan. 18 (SANA) The Ministry of Economy and Industry announced on Sunday a set of measures to protect public property and factories in Deir Ezzor, eastern Syria, following the withdrawal of the (SDF) from the area. The ministry said it has appointed a supervisor to manage the industrial ci»»»
Protected forests under threat in DRC's lucrative mining belt
LIKASI, DR Congo — Valery Kyembo was leading an inspection of his community's protected forest reserve deep in the Democratic Republic of Congo's mining belt when two armed Congolese soldiers blocked their way.Behind the troops, a barrier restricted access to a developing mine site. One soldier bra»»»