BCT calls for accelerated energy transition to tackle trade deficit
Tunis, July 7, 2026 (TAP) - The Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) called for making the energy transition a key lever to strengthen the country's energy security and reduce its vulnerability to external shocks, as the energy deficit weighs heavily on...»»»
Egypt prioritises maximising state assets, expanding private sector partnerships: Military production minister
Salah Gamblat, Minister of State for Military Production, said the state, under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, places great importance on maximising the value of its assets and industrial capabilities, localising industry, and strengthening partnerships with the private sector. H»»»
Brazil warns of U.S. military intervention risk after terror designation - UPI.com
Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira formally expressed President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's government's concerns about possible U.S. military intervention in a document submitted to Congress. Photo by /Gianna Benalcázar Manzano/EPA July 7 (UPI) -- Brazil's government warned of a potential U.S»»»
Fidesz calls fresh anti-government protest after Hungary's public broadcaster suspends news
Hungary’s opposition Fidesz has announced a new demonstration in Budapest following the dramatic suspension of news broadcasts on the country’s public media channels, with former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán urging supporters to “peacefully raise our voices against authoritarian rule.” The protest c»»»
Tunisian-Algerian Follow-up Commission meeting to convene Wednesday
Tunis, July 7 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, will pay a working visit to Algeria on Wednesday to co-chair, alongside Algerian Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community...»»»
She planned her wedding. Instead, she discovered she had been trafficked as a baby.
Dubai: What should have been the happiest chapter of a young Egyptian woman's life instead uncovered an alleged human trafficking case dating back nearly two decades, after her family unexpectedly refused to allow her to marry. The woman, identified only as Nour, had accepted a marriage proposal wh»»»
“SyrPetro 2026” exhibition kicks off with participation from 120 companies
Damascus, July 7 (SANA) The eighth edition of the Syria International Petroleum, Energy, and Mineral Resources Exhibition “SyrPetro 2026” kicked off Tuesday at the Damascus Fairgrounds, with the presence of Minister of Communications and Technology Abdul‑Salam Haykal, CEO of the Syrian Petroleum Co»»»
Market share of Tunisia’s exports holds steady at 0.53% in 2025 amid diverging sectoral trends
Tunis, July 7, 2026 (TAP) - The market share of Tunisia’s exports to the European Union (EU) stood at 0.53% in 2025, for the second consecutive year, according to the annual report of the Central Bank of Tunisia (BCT) for 2025, released on...»»»
Paraguay, France condemn racist remarks against soccer player Mbappé - UPI.com
Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla speaks at a press conference in Asuncion, Paraguay,on Tuesday, addressing the controversy over her remarks about French soccer player Kylian Mbappe and called on the French captain to retract comments he made in response. Photo by Juan Pablo Pino/EPA ASUNCIÓN, Pa»»»
TotalEnergies CEO: Syria could become strategic transit hub for Middle East oil
Damascus, July 7 (SANA) Syria’s geographic location could enable it to become a pivotal transit country for oil heading toward the Mediterranean, offering alternative routes to the Strait of Hormuz, TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanné said Tuesday during a visit to Damascus as part of the official d»»»
In photos: Historic July moments through the years - All Photos - UPI.com
By Wade SheridanJuly is a month marked by milestones -- moments of courage, change, celebration and loss. From the Apollo 11 mission to the Korean War ending, here's a look at historic moments from July that continue to shape the world we know today. Astronaut Buzz Aldrin walks on the surface of th»»»
Nigel Farage quits parliament forcing a snap election amid donations probe - UPI.com
Reform UK leader and member of parliament Nigel Farage speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference in 2025. On Tuesday, he resigned his seat to force an election. File Photo by Will Oliver/UPI | License Photo July 7 (UPI) -- British right-wing member of parliament Nigel Farage resigned h»»»
New hotels opening all over Poland
The first half of 2026 brought a wave of hotel openings in Poland, led by the high-profile debut of the five-star Hotel Gołębiewski in Pobierowo, with 1,200 rooms. Other new projects opened in Warsaw, Wrocław, Kraków, Koszalin, Olsztyn, Szczawnica and Zator, showing that investors are targeting bot»»»
Popeyes prepares expansion in Poland
Popeyes is accelerating its expansion in Poland, which Rex Concepts sees as one of its key growth markets in Central and Eastern Europe. According to Michał Różycki, Head of Expansion at Rex Concepts, the strategy is based on scaling the network in promising locations, diversifying restaurant forma»»»
Swedes buy another skyscraper from Ghelamco in Warsaw for PLN 1.1 bln
Swedish investor Eastnine has signed an agreement with Ghelamco to buy The Bridge, a 40-story office tower in Warsaw, at an initial property value of EUR 300 mln. The deal, which is subject to financing, is expected to close in Q4 2026. The preliminary purchase price is about EUR 260 mln, after ded»»»
Every 10th property owned by Poczta Polska has legal issues
Poczta Polska is trying to commercialize one of Poland’s largest real estate portfolios, covering more than 6,000 properties and about 2 mln sqm of space. The process is complicated by legal and financial constraints: nearly 10% of properties have unresolved legal status, some are shared with Orang»»»
Foreign investments grow globally, only slightly in Poland
Global foreign direct investment rose in 2025 after two years of decline, but Poland recorded a slight fall. According to UNCTAD, FDI inflows to Poland reached USD 13.9 bln, down 1.9% y/y, although the value of greenfield projects increased by 9.2% to USD 16.3 bln. Worldwide FDI grew by 6% to USD 1»»»
Healthcare deficit to be addressed on Wednesday in Poland
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Draft PV network regulation causing concern amongst private owners of PV panels
Proposed new rules for household photovoltaics have sparked controversy in Poland. The draft grid regulation prepared by the Ministry of Energy would give distribution system operators new tools to monitor and manage micro-installations of 0.8-50 kW, including rooftop systems. Operators could poten»»»
Nobel laureate on AI: times of rapid productivity growth are over
Artificial intelligence may transform parts of the economy, but it is unlikely to trigger a new era of rapid productivity growth, according to Nobel Prize-winning economist Christopher Pissarides. He argues that there is currently little evidence that AI is significantly boosting productivity acros»»»
Ebola outbreak in Congo still in ‘expansion phase’, WHO says
GENEVA: The Ebola outbreak in Congo has not yet stabilized and is still expanding, with transmission fueled by population movement, a World Health Official said on Tuesday. The Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed 1,561 cases, including 506 deaths, in the worst-ever outbreak of the rare Bun»»»
NATO says European core defense spending up 11 percent in 2026
ANKARA: NATO on Tuesday said core defense spending by Europe and Canada rose 11 percent in 2026, as US President Donald Trump pressures allies to make good on a vow to ramp up budgets. The latest figures were released as leaders from the 32-nation alliance come face-to-face with Trump at a summit i»»»
Tunisias FDI inflows up 30.1% to TND 3.5 billion in 2025 (Central Bank)
Tunis, July 7, 2026 (TAP) - Tunisia recorded a strong rebound in foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2025, with inflows reaching TND 3.506 billion, up 30.1% from 2024, reflecting renewed confidence among international investors in the country's...»»»
EU approves social security rules for workers abroad: What changes for Hungarians and those working in Hungary?
The European Parliament has approved a long-awaited revision of EU rules coordinating social security systems, introducing clearer rules for millions of people who live or work in another EU member state. The reform aims to simplify access to social security benefits, strengthen cooperation between»»»
In ‘Battle For the Skies’, Russia Outclasses Ukraine on Almost Every Front
Russia “currently has greater capabilities than Ukraine” in the production of a broad array of strike weapons, from precision cruise missiles to hypersonic systems like Kinzhal and Zircon, to attack UAVs used for strikes on military and energy infrastructure targets, says Russian military expert Al»»»
Jumblatt: “Framework Agreement” Was Dictated by ‘Israel’ to Lebanese Groups Whose Only Concern is Power
Former Progressive Socialist Party leader Walid Jumblatt stated that “the framework agreement is a unilateral agreement dictated by ‘Israel’ to a Lebanese faction, both inside and outside the country, with limited experience in law and diplomacy.” He added, “The principle of withdrawal is mentioned»»»
Lebanese ministry of health updates toll of Israeli aggression since March 2, 2026: 4320 martyrs and 12203 injuries - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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No: 128, 7 July 2026, Regarding the Bombings in Damascus, the Capital of Syria
We condemn the bombings carried out today (7 July) in Damascus, the capital of Syria. There is no place for violence and terrorism in Syria. Türkiye will continue to stand in solidarity with the Syrian people and provide the necessary support to Syria's efforts towards establishing lasting stabilit»»»
Fuel shortages slow Cuba's power grid restoration - UPI.com
The Capitol dome lit up during a power outage in Havana on Thursday. Six months of a U.S. "maximum pressure" campaign have left Cuba facing a surge in power outages amid equipment breakdowns and fuel shortages. Photo by Ernesto Mastrascusa/EPA July 7 (UPI) -- Cuba is slowly restoring electricity af»»»
Macut holds consultations with ministers, focus on accelerating reforms
BELGRADE - Serbian PM Djuro Macut held regular consultations on Tuesday with the ministers of foreign affairs, European integration, construction, transport and infrastructure, and economy, with particular attention devoted to accelerating the implementation of commitments from Serbia's Reform Agen»»»
UN experts demand Israel urgently release Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya
NEW YORK CITY: UN experts on Tuesday called on Israel to immediately release Palestinian physician Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya and all health and care workers held in what they described as arbitrary detention. The experts said Abu Safiya’s continued detention without charge or trial reflects Israel’s sy»»»
President Iotova Visits EnduroSat Space Centre
President Iliana Iotova visited the space centre of Bulgarian aerospace manufacturer EnduroSat, where founder and CEO Raycho Raychev presented the company's research, development, and manufacturing operations at what is the largest space centre in Eastern Europe. Although EnduroSat has offices abro»»»
Flying soon? Check your passport before booking your trip
Dubai: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has urged UAE citizens to check the validity of their passports before making travel plans, as many prepare to spend the holiday season abroad. In a post on X, the authority said passports should be valid for at least»»»
Vucic, Burns discuss Serbia-US relations, situation in Kosovo-Metohija
BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic met on Tuesday in Belgrade with Pastor Mark Burns, spiritual adviser to US President Donald Trump, to discuss strengthening of Serbia-US relations, preservation of peace and security in the region, as well as the position of Serbs and protection for Ser»»»
Trump hails President al-Sharaa’s role in stabilizing and unifying the country
Ankara, July 7 (SANA) U.S. President Donald Trump praised the achievements made by President Ahmad al‑Sharaa in Syria over the past 18 months. According to Anadolu Agency, Trump told reporters during his meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Anka»»»
Israeli forces raid Solomon’s Pools tourist area near Bethlehem
LONDON: Israeli forces conducted a raid on Solomon’s Pools on Tuesday, a Palestinian-administered tourist area, following repeated calls from Israeli officials to control the site in the occupied West Bank. Forces stormed the three reservoirs, located between the town of al-Khader and the village o»»»
Kylian Mbappe and Paraguayan senator clash over racist remarks
An online feud between France captain Kylian Mbappe and Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla has escalated into threats of legal action after the French footballer called the lawmaker a “despicable woman” in response to what he described as racist remarks. The dispute began on Saturday after France »»»
Bombs explode near Macron during Damascus visit
Two bombs exploded near the hotel in Damascus where French President Emmanuel Macron was staying on Tuesday. Macron’s office said he was unaware of the blasts and met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa as scheduled. At least 18 people, including four police officers, were wounded, local media re»»»
Shakira to perform at Pyramids of Giza in Egypt
DUBAI: Shakira is set to return to Egypt for the first time in almost two decades with a concert at the Pyramids of Giza on Nov. 28. The Colombian superstar will perform at the UNESCO World Heritage Site in a show organized by Venture Lifestyle, marking her first appearance in the country since her»»»
Third District has strong investment potential despite development gaps (Minister)
Tunis, July 7, 2026 (TAP) - Tunisia's third regional district, comprising the governorates of Sousse, Monastir, Mahdia, Kairouan, Siliana and Kasserine, boasts important assets and promising opportunities to boost investment, exports and economic...»»»
Fact or Fake - Maia Sandu and the European Union: the shadow of Russian disinformation
Moldova’s political future faces the West - but the country has to overcome destabilisation efforts coming from the East. Renaud Lefort reports on the Russian propaganda and disinformation campaigns in the country: attempts to damage the reputation of Moldovan president Maia Sandu, as well as misle»»»
Prince Harry loses lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher for invasion of privacy
Prince Harry and Elton John on Tuesday lost a case that alleged the publisher of UK tabloid Daily Mail had invaded their privacy by gathering information unlawfully. It was the third and final case brought by the Duke of Sussex in his acrimonious legal battle with British tabloids, which has f»»»
Russia Too Responsible Country to Initiate World War - Kremlin
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia is too large and too responsible a country to initiate a third world war, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. "Russia is too big and too responsible a country to be an initiator of a third world war. The United States knows the possible consequences of that wa»»»
Political Forces in Parliament React to 15-Month Suspension of Gas Supply Deal with BOTAS
Political forces in Parliament Tuesday reacted to the news of the 15-month suspension of the gas supply deal between Bulgaria's state-owned gas supplier Bulgargaz and Turkiye's energy company BOTAS, announced on Monday. While a member of the governing Progressive Bulgaria described the agreed freez»»»
UAE reaffirms solidarity with Syria following Damascus bombings
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has strongly condemned the two terrorist bombings that took place near the Ministry of Tourism in the Syrian capital, Damascus, leaving a number of people injured. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the UAE's strong denunciation of the attacks and reiterate»»»
Stc Group wins Sukuk and Bond Deal award at the 2025 Saudi Capital Market Awards
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s stc Group won the Sukuk and Bond Deal of the Year 2025 award at the Saudi Capital Market Awards in recognition of its significant contribution to advancing the Kingdom's debt capital market. The award follows stc's successful issuance of $2 billion in US dollar-denominated su»»»
Mali: Serbia to host ITU AI for Good Impact Europe summit next year
BELGRADE - Serbian Finance Minister Sinisa Mali said on Tuesday Serbia would host an ITU AI for Good Impact Europe summit in May next year, during EXPO 2027 Belgrade. After India and South Africa, the summit will be held in Europe for the first time. Mali pointed out that this was a major internati»»»
A journey through 28 letters: Riyadh exhibition traces story of Arabic from ancient inscriptions to modern technology
RIYADH: A historical and intellectual journey awaits visitors to “Arabic Language: Twenty-Eight Letters of Light,” an exhibition in Riyadh that tells the story of one of humanity’s oldest languages. Through its galleries and interactive displays, the exhibition brings the story of the “language of »»»
BTS ARMY puts Chilean government under pressure - UPI.com
A sign welcoming ARMY, the fandom of K-pop superstars BTS, hangs outside a convenience store near Gwanghwamun Square in central Seoul in Maech The band returned for "BTS The Comeback Live: Arirang," its first concert in nearly four years after going on hiatus in 2022 to complete mandatory military »»»
Saudi banks maintain resilience, credit growth offsets interest rate pressures
RIYADH: The Saudi banking sector has once again demonstrated its robust financial fundamentals and high capacity to adapt to geopolitical challenges and global fluctuations, supported by strong momentum in financing and lending, alongside the continuation of Vision 2030 projects. Conversely, banks »»»