RIYADH: Saudi developer Red Sea Gateway Terminal is set to start full-capacity operations at Bangladesh’s largest port in Chittagong in July, as it has just completed the deployment of specialized machinery. Chittagong Port is the main gateway for Bangladesh’s ocean cargo import and export. Last ye»»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Negotiators at the US-Iranian talks hosted by Switzerland have achieved significant progress, with additional progress expected in the hours to come, US Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday. "We have already made great progress over the last few hours, and I expect we will »»»

Brussels, June 21 (SANA) The Chargé d’Affaires at the Syrian Embassy in Brussels, Abdul Latif Dabbagh, met with Italy’s Permanent Representative to the EU Political and Security Committee, Ambassador Andrea Orizio, to discuss cooperation and regional issues. The meeting included an exchange of view»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index slipped on Sunday, losing 44.46 points, or 0.40 percent, to close at 11,076.67. The total trading turnover on the benchmark index reached SR2.79 billion ($751 million), with 95 stocks advancing and 164 declining. Similarly, the Kingdom’s parallel marke»»»

“Trade between India and Egypt increased by about 60 per cent over the last five years and this is really remarkable, as you will notice that trade between many other countries has actually stagnated. Global trade itself is festering so this is a remarkable development,” India’s Ambassador to Egypt»»»

RIYADH: Saudi developer Red Sea Gateway Terminal is set to start full-capacity operations at Bangladesh’s largest port in Chittagong in July, as it has just completed the deployment of specialized machinery. Chittagong Port is the main gateway for Bangladesh’s ocean cargo import and export. Last ye»»»

Ajman: A 43-year-old Indian expat in the UAE died of a cardiac arrest in Ajman after a routine badminton session on Wednesday night, just days after another compatriot collapsed and died while playing cricket in Dubai, his family has confirmed. Anwar Sadiq, a father of two from Kerala who had lived»»»

RIYADH: The Royal Commission for AlUla, in partnership with UNESCO, continues to support the Rawi program, an initiative dedicated to safeguarding living heritage and fostering intercultural dialogue. It does so by empowering the local community in AlUla to share its stories, knowledge, and cultura»»»

RIYADH: Kuwait’s annual inflation rate eased to 2.49 percent in May, driven by higher prices for food, healthcare, clothing, education, and miscellaneous goods, new figures showed. Issued by the state’s Central Statistical Bureau, the May 2026 Consumer Price Index report showed that consumer prices»»»

A meeting has opened in Cairo bringing together the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Egypt and Turkey, according to Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry. Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said the ministers met in a “restricted format” to discuss regional developments, imple»»»

As billions of dollars are poured into railways, highways and ports across Central Asia and the Caucasus, the official responsible for coordinating much of the Middle Corridor says the route's biggest challenge is no longer physical infrastructure, but governance. Jasurbek Choriyev, secretary gener»»»

Addressing the National Muslim Conference in Sofia on Sunday, Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov said all Bulgarians, regardless of faith or origin, have equal rights and a shared goal - the unity and well-being of the nation. "Dear brothers and sisters, Bulgarian Muslims, religious freedoms are gua»»»

In an address to Sunday's National Muslim Conference in Sofia, President Iliana Iotova said the forum is an expression of respect for the tradition of dialogue and for the democratic principles on which the work of religious communities in Bulgaria is based. Iotova also said the forum is also an op»»»

JEDDAH: Wejdan Ghoos’ Riyadh-based brand WeGo, a home-based specialty beverage venture, has turned a humble matcha drink into a social media sensation, one cup at a time. Ghoos, who is originally from Madinah, affirms that social media played a major role in the growth of her business. “It allowed »»»

A National Muslim Conference, at which a new Grand Mufti and a new leadership of the Muslim Denomination in Bulgaria will be elected, is taking place in Sofia on Sunday, the Grand Mufti's Office of the Muslim denomination in Bulgaria said. More than 1,000 delegates, elected by local Muslim communit»»»

Madrid: The public screening of Spain's World Cup match against Saudi Arabia in Madrid later on Sunday has been cancelled because of extreme heat forecast for the Spanish capital, officials said. The match, due to kick off at 6 pm local time on Sunday, had been scheduled to be shown on a giant scre»»»

Voters in Colombia will choose a new president Sunday as hard-right White House-backed lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella faces leftist senator Ivan Cepeda in a high-stakes vote that will decide the fate of the country's stumbling peace process and strained ties with Washington. Co»»»

Paris, France: France on Sunday prepared to host its annual street music festival in boiling heat, with a third of the country placed on red alert. Every year on June 21, musicians take over France, filling establishments, street corners and rooftops as revellers celebrate midsummer late into the n»»»

It's hot here in France. The country's weather service expects the current heatwave to be “widespread, prolonged and intense”, with temperatures in some areas potentially topping 40 degrees Celsius.   Paris will still hold its Fete de la Musique celebrations, but local officials in other »»»

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says that the Iranian delegation in the Switzerland talks is seeking to ensure that the US follows through on its commitments over the long term. Iran considers the establishment of a comprehensive ceasefire on all fronts as the key part of these negotia»»»

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who had negotiated a much-touted rare earth minerals deal with Kiev, was reportedly worried that the “little f**ker” Vladimir Zelensky would mess up the signing ceremony in the Oval Office, according to a new book by New York Times reporters Maggie Haberman and »»»

The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains tense following the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran, as the countries’ delegations descend on Switzerland for follow-up discussions. Commercial shipping through the key waterway was disrupted after the US-Israeli attack »»»

Ukraine and Poland's close wartime partnership has been shaken by a growing dispute over World War II history, with President Volodymyr Zelensky and senior Ukrainian officials returning Polish state honours after Warsaw stripped him of its highest award. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and h»»»

France restricted public drinking Sunday in “red alert” zones, including Paris, as Fête de la musique kicks off to cope with a heat wave unfurling across parts of Europe. Emergency services and military forces were also put on wildfire alert as about a third of France was placed under the nati»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia showcased investment opportunities across its $2.5 trillion mineral resource base and downstream industrial sectors to French and European partners during the Gulf Vision 2026 Forum in Paris. During the event, Khalid Al-Mudaifer, Saudi Arabia’s vice minister of industry and min»»»

The debate over property taxation has moved to the forefront of Bulgaria’s fiscal agenda, with politicians and experts discussing whether owners of multiple homes should face progressively higher taxes. Supporters of the idea argue that housing should primarily serve as a place to live rather than »»»

ALULA: The Royal Commission for AlUla has invited farmers and families working in cottage industries to register and participate in the annual Khayrat AlUla seasonal agricultural celebrations. The initiative is part of the commission’s efforts to support local production, empower agricultural entre»»»

ABHA: The Asir Development Authority has launched an interactive digital map that allows visitors to explore tourist destinations, events and experiences across the region’s governorates. The map also provides updated information on tourism routes and activities, helping users plan their trips and »»»

RIYADH: The Northern Borders region’s skies are illuminated during summer nights by the Milky Way’s arm, creating a striking celestial scene that stretches across the horizon as a faint luminous band dotted with millions of stars. The phenomenon offers astronomy enthusiasts and photographers a uniq»»»

CHENNAI: Seven women workers were killed and dozens more hospitalised after a major ammonia gas leak at a seafood processing and export unit in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur district, Indian media reports said on Sunday. The leak occurred at a private seafood processing facility in Kannigaipair village n»»»

People in the Bulgarian village of Vasilyovo near the northern town of Teteven have been building a chapel dedicated to the Dormition of the Virgin for more than 15 years, funding the project through personal contributions and donations. Some of the locals' charity initiatives are a 100 pancakes fo»»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar, in its capacity as mediator, has announced the launch of the proceedings of the Lake Lucerne Summit and the first meeting of the High-Level Committee, with the participation of representatives from the United States of America, the Islamic Republic of Iran, and the »»»

Share: Smoke rises to the sky following an Israeli military strike in southern Lebanon as seen from northern Israel, Friday, June 19, 2026. A state of cautious calm is being observed across southern Lebanon and the country as a whole After two days of intense military escalation, no airstrikes or a»»»

JEDDAH: Oman’s trade surplus held steady at 1.54 billion Omani rials ($4.01 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, as imports fell faster than exports, preliminary data showed. Total merchandise exports fell 8.5 percent year-on-year to 5.3 billion rials, while imports declined 11.7 percent to 3.8 b»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent reports Israeli drone activity over Beirut’s southern suburb (Dahiyeh) 21-06-2026 13:08 PM Latest News Urgent News L»»»

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The UAE has outlined eligibility criteria for private tutoring work permits, allowing students, teachers and employees from both the public and private sectors to legally provide private lessons after obtaining approval from the authorities. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE)»»»

Kuwait's Interior Ministry has arrested four people convicted in cases involving the misappropriation of public funds and causing serious damage to state finances, with losses estimated at about $180 million. The ministry said the suspects, including three men and one woman, were apprehended by the»»»

Egypt’s Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG) has launched a global promotional campaign fronted by Hollywood actor Sylvester Stallone for its SouthMed tourism project, a development with investments nearing EGP 1 trillion and anticipated sales of EGP 1.6 trillion (approximately $35bn). The campaign »»»

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani workers continued to head to Gulf countries for jobs despite the conflict that engulfed parts of the Middle East earlier this year, according to official migration data. Figures released by the Bureau of Emigration and Overseas Employment showed that more than 300,000 Pakistani»»»

RIYADH: The Future Hospitality Summit will open in Riyadh on Monday under the theme “Where Opportunity Meets Capital,” bringing together more than 150 speakers and industry leaders to discuss hospitality and tourism investment opportunities across the region. Held against the backdrop of Saudi Arab»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Strikes were also carried out against oil refining facilities, fuel and energy infrastructure, transport infrastructure and fuel depots used by the Ukrainian armed forces, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday. Ukraine lost up to 500 soldiers in combat against Russia's Batt»»»

Egypt has uncovered two rare tombs dating back to the Early Dynastic Period in Minya province, a discovery that archaeologists say could provide new insights into the evolution of ancient Egyptian funerary architecture and burial practices. The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities said a mission fro»»»

Saudi Arabia arrested 15,288 people for violations of residency, labour and border security regulations during nationwide inspection campaigns carried out over the past week, the Interior Ministry said. The arrests were made during joint operations conducted with relevant government agencies betwee»»»

Saudi Arabia has introduced mandatory occupational fitness and non-communicable disease screenings for all workers and employees through a phased rollout covering the public, private and non-profit sectors, according to new guidelines issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development»»»

PARIS: France on Sunday prepared to host its annual street music festival in boiling heat, with a third of the country placed on red alert and alcohol consumption banned. Every year on June 21, musicians take over France, filling bars, street corners and rooftops as revellers celebrate midsummer la»»»

DUBAI: “Breaking Bad” star Giancarlo Esposito announced he had embraced Islam during his stay in Saudi Arabia, said General Entertainment Authority Chairman Turki Alalshikh. In a post on X Alalshikh said Esposito recited The Shahada and joined members of the production team in prayer at a mosque wh»»»

Burgenstock Resort Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Swiss Confederation HE Mohamed bin Jaham Al Kuwari has affirmed that Qatari diplomacy played a pivotal role in supporting the efforts that led to the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States of America and »»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Operating Revenue Index rose 10.6 percent in April from a year earlier, driven by broad-based growth across key economic activities, official data showed. According to the latest report released by the General Authority for Statistics, manufacturing activities grew 10.3 perce»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The Strait of Hormuz remains closed after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy suspended the issuance of passage permits to vessels until further notice, the Fars news agency reported on Sunday, citing a source in the Iranian armed forces. Technical-level negotiat»»»