Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent reports: Israeli artillery shelled the outskirts of the town of Rashaya al-Fakhar in southern Lebanon with two round»»»

A passenger looks at an LED board showing delayed flights during the Chinese military live-fire drills around Taiwan, in Taipei, Taiwan, Tuesday. China is conducting live-fire drills in five designated maritime and airspace zones around Taiwan. Photo by Richie B. Tongo/EPA Dec. 30 (UPI) -- China co»»»

2025 marked a pivotal year for Hagag Development Europe, defined by both consolidation and transformation under the leadership of Yitzhak Hagag, co-founder, controlling shareholder, and Chairman of the Board. The company strengthened its position in Romania’s real estate market and took a major ste»»»

Doha: The Qatar Career Development Center (QCDC), founded by Qatar Foundation (QF), has announced the release of the 16th issue of Career Guide. This is the first Qatar-based magazine dedicated to career guidance and development. The publication is designed to help students explore their educationa»»»

The days leading up to the Trump-Netanyahu summit witnessed intensive contacts between several Arab and European countries on one side and Washington on the other, resulting in an agreement on broad outlines, which received the support of some members of the White House team, Lebanese-American sour»»»

Astronomy enthusiasts have a spectacular year ahead, with two solar eclipses, two lunar eclipses, notable planetary conjunctions and some of the strongest meteor showers, Mohammad Shawkat Odeh, Director of the Abu Dhabi-based International Astronomical Center, said. Also Read: Last meteor shower of»»»

Damascus, Dec.30 (SANA) Syrian Foreign Minister, Assad Hassan al‑Shaibani, received on Tuesday Mrs. Nathalie Fustier, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Syria. Talks during the meeting focused on the latest developments regarding the humanitarian situation in Syria and UN’s efforts to »»»

Raihan Vadra, the son of Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and businessman Robert Vadra, has reportedly exchanged rings with his long-time girlfriend, Aviva Baig, marking a new chapter in their seven-year relationship. The engagement, which has drawn public attention given the Vadra-»»»

Large protests broke out in several towns and cities across Somalia on Tuesday in opposition to Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland. Israel announced on Friday that it viewed Somaliland -- which declared independence in 1991 but has never been recognized by any other country »»»

The 91-drone attack on the presidential residence in Novgorod region was an extremely dangerous provocation. And one that “could not have been carried out without the participation of European hawks" because "Zelensky would not have dared to plan or carry out such an operation on his own,” military»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced that the minimum wage for Emirati citizens working in the private sector will be raised to Dh6,000, effective January 1, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen Emiratisation outcomes and improve job stability for nationals. »»»

Sharjah: A total of 1,000 Emirati citizens are set to be recruited into the Sharjah government by 2026, following a directive issued by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. Also Read: UAE jobs 2026: Top 10 Dubai government roles for exp»»»

BusinessGlobal issuesWhat challenges does the world economy face in 2026?Srinivas MazumdaruFrom trade tensions and high debt burdens to fears of an AI stocks bubble, the global economy will face an array of risks that could dampen growth in the new year. https://p.dw.com/p/55gqlThe OECD says the wo»»»

Octopus Energy is set to spin off its Kraken Technologies arm as a standalone company after a deal to sell a stake in the platform valued it at $8.65bn (£6.4bn). The energy giant, Britain's biggest gas and electricity supplier, has sold a $1bn stake in the AI-based division to a group of investors »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority, Ashghal, announced a temporary closure on part of Wadi Al Banat street at its intersection with Wadi Al Ebb Street. The closure starts from 12midnight on Friday, January 2 until 5am on Sunday, January 4, 2026 to complete asphalt wearing course as part of Al »»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday that it has decided to end the remaining presence of its counter-terrorism teams in Yemen, citing recent developments and their potential impact on the safety and effectiveness of ongoing missions, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. Also Re»»»

From New Year's Eve spectacle to historic sporting events to major cultural celebrations, milestones, and influential gatherings, 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year in the UAE filled with moments that will capture global attention. The year promises excitement across many fields. Here’s a big»»»

North Bucharest Investments (NBI) CEO Vlad Musteata and his team turned 2025 into a defining year for the company. With over 4,000 active units in its pipeline, NBI expects to continue on an upward trajectory regardless of the complexity of the economic landscape. By Anda Sebesi What were your comp»»»

Balancing growth, quality, and consistency while connecting clinicians to innovation, education, and a people-centered, clinically reliable ecosystem remains the central managerial priority for Arhip Pogurski, the founder and CEO of GURSK, who talked to Business Review about the elements behind the»»»

TEHRAN Iran’s president urged his government to listen to the “legitimate demands” of protesters, state media reported Tuesday, after demonstrations by shopkeepers in Tehran over economic hardship. Shopkeepers in the capital shut their stores on Monday, after Iran’s embattled currency hit new lows »»»

The year's first supermoon and meteor shower will sync up in January skies, but the light from one may dim the other. The Quadrantid meteor shower peaks Friday night into Saturday morning, according to the American Meteor Society. In dark skies during the peak, skygazers typically see around 25 met»»»

The environmental studies for two protected marine parks have been given the green light by the Environment Ministry and will now head off to the Council of State for approval of their legal provisions, the ministry announced on Monday. Seeking to set strict limits on fishing and other human activi»»»

Saudi Arabia has backed a demand from Yemen's presidential council for the United Arab Emirates to withdraw within 24 hours, after a Saudi-led coalition bombed what it said was a weapons shipment for UAE-backed separatists at the port of Mukalla. The Saudi foreign ministry accused the UAE of "press»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has received New Year's and Christmas greetings from numerous foreign officials, the presidential press office said on Tuesday. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan wished much health and happiness to Vucic and further progress and prosperit»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan approved the action plan until 2030. The corresponding decision was signed by Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev. The document was developed to implement the National Development Program of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030, approved by presi»»»

New Delhi, India: Dense fog on Tuesday shrouded the Indian capital territory and its outskirts, impacting flight and train services. The fog led to the disruption of air travel, causing large-scale flight cancellations and delays at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in New Delhi. According »»»

The UAE denied shipping weapons to Yemeni separatists on Tuesday after Saudi-led forces said they had bombed arms sent by Abu Dhabi. "The shipment in question did not contain any weapons, and the vehicles unloaded were not intended for any Yemeni party," government spokesperson Afra Al Hameli wrote»»»

Dubai: Dubai is set to become the global hub for content creators as the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit kicks off on January 9, 2026. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the thr»»»

Saudi Post, in collaboration with Riyadh Air, has launched a commemorative stamp set priced at SAR3 to celebrate the airline’s inaugural flights on October 26, 2025, coinciding with the start of its operational phase. This issuance marks the beginning of operational activities for Riyadh Air as a n»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian President Vladimir Putin held on Tuesday a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, the Kremlin said. "During a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian condemned the Kiev regime's large-scal»»»

Suva: Vanuatu has recorded its first known armed robbery, after masked men stole foreign currency worth more than 66,000 U.S dollars during a daylight raid at Port Vila International Airport's cargo terminal. According to Commissioner of Police Kalshem Bongran, the robbery occurred at around 1159 a»»»

Guinea has restricted access to social media platforms TikTok, YouTube and Facebook as the country awaits the final results from Sunday's presidential election. Internet monitoring organisation NetBlocks reported that access to the popular sites, via key providers Orange and MTN, had been disrupted»»»

Israeli occupation has proceeded attacks on the Gaza Strip in violation of the ceasefire agreement as displaced Palestinians endure the destruction of their few remaining possessions in flooding brought about by heavy winter rains. Israeli air strikes on Tuesday targeted locations north of Rafah an»»»

Dubai: The Dubai Event Security Committee (ESC) has urged residents and visitors planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve to strictly follow instructions issued by police officers and field teams, as the emirate prepares to host festivities at 40 locations. The Committee said adherence to safety guidel»»»

Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday as investors took stock of ​dented hopes of a Russia-Ukraine peace deal and rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East around Yemen, Reuters reported. Brent crude futures for February delivery, which expire on Tuesday, were up 15 cents at $62.09 a barr»»»

US President Donald Trump has warned Hamas of severe consequences if the Palestinian militant group doesn’t disarm within “a short period of time.” Trump made the remarks at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday. Israel and Hamas agreed to a »»»

A Saudi-led coalition has carried out what it called a “limited airstrike” on a key seaport in Yemen, targeting an alleged weapons shipment intended for UAE-backed separatists. In a statement carried by Saudi state news agency SPA on Tuesday, the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen – a Saudi-l»»»

Average life expectancy in Bulgaria is increasing, according to the 2024 Report on the Implementation of the updated Demographic Development Strategy of Bulgaria (2012-2030), which was approved by the government. Life expectancy among men stands at 71.9 years, while for women it is 7.4 years higher»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Kiev's attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence once again confirmed the terrorist nature of the group of individuals illegally holding power in Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Tuesday. "What happened once again confirmed the terrorist nature»»»

Saudi Arabia bombed Yemen's port city of Mukalla on Tuesday over what it described as a shipment of weapons for a separatist force there that arrived from the United Arab Emirates. The kingdom later directly linked the UAE to the separatists' recent advances in Yemen and warned Abu Dhabi its action»»»

“The Europeans are behaving in an extremely irrational manner,” prolific Iranian-American international affairs analyst Mohammad Marandi told Sputnik, commenting on Sunday’s drone attack on Putin’s residence in Novgorod region. Not ruling out that European or British intelligence was involved in th»»»

DAMASCUS, Dec. 30 (SANA) The Ministry of Interior said Tuesday that mistakes by certain individuals cannot be generalized or used as a pretext to justify other violations or abuses, stressing that vandalism and mob-like actions targeting public or private property are categorically rejected. Interi»»»

Abu Dhabi: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Pay10 have officially gone live on Open Finance for retail customers, marking a significant step in the UAE’s Open Finance journey under the Central Bank’s Al Tareq initiative. FAB is among the first banks in the UAE to launch Open Banking services, allowin»»»

Each year, the UAE generates millions of tonnes of waste, yet only a small fraction is ever recycled. Less than five per cent of plastic waste is mechanically recycled, and around two-thirds of aluminium cans still end up in landfill. These figures tell a deeper story. Despite significant investmen»»»

Ministry of Foreign Affairs' spokesperson Lin Jian speaks during a press conference in Beijing, China, 05 February 2025. File ANDRES MARTINEZ CASARES/EPA Dec. 29 (Asia Today) -- China's foreign ministry on Monday demanded the United States halt arms sales to Taiwan and warned that U.S. involvement »»»

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the permanent closure of the Tamam Al Ghandi Vehicle Testing and Registration Centre in Ras Al Khor, effective January 1, 2026. In a statement, the RTA said customers will continue to have full access to vehicle testing and registrati»»»

Sharjah: Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has activated a comprehensive safety and emergency plan to safeguard residents and visitors during New Year’s Eve celebrations, with teams deployed across the emirate to ensure rapid response, risk prevention and seamless coordination. Major Mahmoud Al Zarou»»»

EDINBURGH Thousands of people, some dressed as Vikings carrying flaming torches, marched through Scotland’s capital of Edinburgh as a procession kicked off the country’s world-famous New Year celebrations. Around 15,000 participants, led by bagpipers, walked through the city’s historic centre late »»»

Moscow: Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service in Belarus, Russia’s Defence Ministry said Tuesday, as the US.efforts to broker a deal to end the nearly four-year war in Ukraine have entered a pivotal stage. The ministry released a video showing combat vehicles t»»»