Syria says livestock exports comply with international health standards
Damascus, May 24 (SANA) Syria’s Ministry of Agriculture said it remains committed to international animal health standards following Iraq’s decision to ban the transit of Syrian sheep across its territory. Deputy Minister for Livestock and Rural Development Ayham Abdul Qader said Syria applies all »»»
Yemen family deprived of aid reduced to eating tree leaves
Taez, Yemen: With no food aid, 65-year-old Saeedah Mohammed heads out with a plastic bag to pick tree leaves near her displacement camp in southern Yemen, before serving them to her grandchildren to stave off hunger. Behind the camp wooded hills stretch under a clear sky, while on the ground, yello»»»
Japanese women look to Korean men as hallyu shapes marriage views - UPI.com
Japanese weekly Shukan Shincho says hallyu is expanding beyond K-dramas and K-pop into dating and marriage choices among Japanese women. A couple to be married pose for a photobook in Tokyo, Japan. Photo by KIMIMASA MAYAMA / EPA May 21 (Asia Today) -- A growing number of Japanese women are choosing»»»
Iran and US closing in on deal to end war, Rubio says announcement possible Sunday
TEHRAN: The United States and Iran could strike a deal to end the Middle East war as early as Sunday, Washington’s top diplomat said, while Tehran insisted the agreement would do nothing to limit its nuclear program. Washington and Tehran have observed a ceasefire since April 8 while mediators push»»»
Qatari Hajj Mission enhances staff preparedness through first aid, CPR training
Makkah The Medical Unit of the Qatari Hajj Mission organised a specialised training workshop in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The workshop targeted mission members from various administrative, technical, service, and logistical departments, aiming to enhance their skills and pr»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Enemy drones targeted the town of Doueir in southern Lebanon again - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent: Enemy drones targeted the town of Doueir in southern Lebanon again 24-05-2026 16:41 PM Latest News Urgent News Al-M»»»
Anxious Chinese families await news of missing coal miners
Qinyuan: A man nervously smoked a cigarette as he sat by a checkpoint, waiting for news of his older brother caught up in China's worst mining disaster in nearly two decades. His 47-year-old sibling, a father of three, was working in the Liushenyu shaft in northern China's Shanxi province on Friday»»»
Zohr field attracts British contractors
By Mahmoud Ali In a step towards further enhancing British- Egyptian cooperation in the energy field, especially after the discovery of massive gas fields in the Mediterranean, a UK delegation of energy experts visited Cairo from February 23 to March 1. This visit comes with the aim of discussing w»»»
Severe drug shortages threaten thousands of patients' lives: Gaza Health Ministry
Gaza: The Gaza Health Ministry warned today of a critical shortage of various medications and medical supplies in the Gaza Strip, exacerbating the health crisis and threatening the lives of thousands of patients. In a statement, the ministry explained that 250 kidney failure patients are at risk of»»»
No: 100, 24 May 2026, Regarding the Terrorist Attack in Pakistan
We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives caused by the terrorist attack targeting a passenger train today (24 May) in Balochistan province of Pakistan. We strongly condemn this heinous attack, wish Allah’s mercy upon those who lost their lives, and extend our condolences to their families and to»»»
Fitch affirms UAE’s ‘AA-’ rating with stable outlook
RIYADH: Fitch Ratings affirmed the UAE’s Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings at ‘AA-’ with a stable outlook, citing the country’s low consolidated government debt, strong external asset position and high per-capita income despite heightened regional geopolitical risks. In its latest report, the rating»»»
Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says
JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told US President Donald Trump Israel would remain free to act against threats in Lebanon during a phone call about an emerging agreement between Washington and Iran on Saturday, an Israeli source said. Trump said Washington and Iran had “large»»»
Trump says Iran deal 'largely negotiated', would reopen Strait of Hormuz
A "largely negotiated" memorandum of understanding on an Iran peace deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday, as expectations rose that a turning point might be imminent in the three-month-old war.»»»
Saudi Arabia now ships more via Red Sea as trade steers away from Hormuz
Dubai: Saudi Arabia is expanding cargo shipping routes across the Red Sea as the kingdom seeks to strengthen supply-chain resilience and reduce trade disruptions linked to growing security risks around the Strait of Hormuz. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply cl»»»
MoHESR bridges gap between classrooms and industry
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) – represented by the Industry-Academia Collaboration Working Group, part of the Advisory Committee for Higher Education and Future Skills – organised a national virtual event entitled ‘Bridging Economic Sector and Academia’. The even»»»
Three American Universities add Doha Historical Dictionary to their digital libraries
Doha, Qatar: Three US universities - the University of Michigan, the University of Washington, and Georgetown University in Qatar - have added the Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language to their digital libraries, reflecting the growing interest in the dictionary within Western academic »»»
Rescuers search for 20 missing after Philippine building collapse
Angeles City: Rescuers were racing on Sunday to free two workers pinned under a building that collapsed in the northern Philippines, killing a Malaysian man and leaving 20 people missing. The search for survivors continued as night fell, with firemen shining small lights into the rubble for signs o»»»
‘Cockroach party’ goes viral in India after top judge’s remarks on youth
NEW DELHI: A new cockroach-themed youth movement has gone viral in India, attracting nearly 23 million followers, after the chief justice’s remarks were widely interpreted as comparing unemployed young people to pests. The Cockroach Janata Party identifies as a “satirical political party,” and its »»»
Benin’s ex-finance minister sworn in as president
Cotonou, Benin: The former finance minister of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, officially became the country’s president on Sunday, taking over from his predecessor — and ex-boss — Patrice Talon. Wadagni, an economist with a reputation as a technocrat who embodies continuity with Talon’s two mandates, was »»»
Protesters clash with police after an anti-government rally in Serbia's capital
Clashes erupted between groups of protesters and riot police after a huge anti-government rally on Saturday in the Serbian capital of Belgrade by tens of thousands of opponents of the country's autocratic President Aleksandar Vucic.»»»
Saudi Arabia arrests 8,943 illegal residents in one week nationwide crackdown
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Interior said security forces have arrested 8,943 illegal residents during nationwide inspection campaigns carried out from May 14 to 20 in coordination with other government agencies. The ministry said those arrested included 4,638 violators of residency regulations, 2,8»»»
Politicians, Public Figures Address Bulgarians on Day of Bulgarian Alphabet as Nationwide Celebrations Take Place
Тhe Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters was marked with ceremonial processions and celebrations across Bulgaria on Sunday. Politicians and public figures addressed Bulgarians on the occasion, highlighting the importance»»»
PM, Kuwaiti foreign minister discuss regional de-escalation efforts
Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani held a phone call on Sunday with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly State of Kuwait HE Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah. During the phone call, they discussed cooperation relatio»»»
Qatar, Arab and Islamic nations condemn Somaliland move to open ‘embassy’ in Jerusalem
Doha Foreign ministers from Qatar and 15 Arab and Islamic countries have strongly condemned what they described as the illegal and unacceptable move by the self-declared Somaliland region to open a purported “embassy” in occupied Jerusalem, calling it a serious violation of international law and es»»»
Foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, other Muslim countries condemn opening of Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem
RIYADH: The foreign ministers of Arab and Muslim countries, including Saudi Arabia, strongly condemned on Sunday the opening of a “purported” Somaliland embassy in Jerusalem. Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, is opening the embassy in Jerusalem after Israel became the first, and so far on»»»
Benin's ex-finance minister sworn in as president
Cotonou, Benin: The former finance minister of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, officially became the country's president on Sunday, taking over from his predecessor -- and ex-boss -- Patrice Talon. Wadagni, an economist with a reputation as a technocrat who embodies continuity with Talon's two mandates, wa»»»
Heyya Beyya returns to Old Doha Port ahead of Eid Al Adha
Doha, Qatar: Old Doha Port is set to celebrate one of Qatar’s most cherished traditions this Monday, May 25, at 5:30pm, ahead of Eid Al Adha. Families and children will gather at the Mina District, in front of the Chabrat Al Mina Fish Market, to mark the annual Heyya Beyya tradition. Rooted in Qata»»»
AfDB Group Annual Meetings to kick off Monday in Brazzaville
The African Development Bank (AfDB) Annual Meetings will be held on Monday in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, bringing together heads of state and government, finance ministers, central bank governors, and key actors from the private sector,...»»»
Katara announces Eid Al Adha entertainment and cultural events, activities
Doha, Qatar: The Cultural Village Foundation - Katara has announced its Eid Al Adha entertainment and heritage events and activities. In an atmosphere filled with joy and culture, Eid celebrations will take place along Katara's beach promenade throughout the three days of holiday, Katara's statemen»»»
Qatar declares three-day Eid Al-Adha holiday for private sector
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour announced a three-day Eid Al-Adha holiday with full pay for private sector employees. It noted that working during the holiday requires applying the provisions for overtime and allowances stipulated in Article 74 of the Labour Law. The Ministry further extended i»»»
Bahrain sentences nine to life imprisonment for spying
Doha, Qatar: Bahrain, in two separate cases, sentenced nine individuals to life imprisonment and two others to three years in jail for spying and collaborating with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps. The Bahrain News Agency stated that the accused were involved in gathering information on vital»»»
Maharaja: An Indian Cinematic Triumph Captivating China’s Audiences
In an unexpected yet exhilarating turn of events, the Tamil action-thriller “Maharaja” has stormed China’s box office, amassing an impressive ₹630 million (RM33 million) within just two weeks of its release on November 29. Directed by the visionary Nithilan Saminathan and featuring the charismatic »»»
Potential US-Iran MOU Requires End of Lebanon War, Source Says Rift on Clauses Persists: Tasnim
Tasnim News Agency reported on Sunday that a potential memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Iran and the United States requires ending the war across all fronts, including in Lebanon. The Iranian news agency indicated that disagreements over one or two clauses of the MOU were still ongoing. Ac»»»
Mental disorders are world’s most widespread illnesses – study
READ MORE: Is AI driving us all insane? The most widespread and threatening illnesses aren’t ebola or the hantavirus, but mental health disorders, according to a new study published in the Lancet medical journal. With more than a billion people affected, should you be worried? Published on Thursday»»»
Pilgrims from the West head to Hajj despite Mideast war
Makkah, Saudi Arabia: Despite the Middle East war and a US government travel advisory, there was never any doubt in Fadel's mind that he would attend this year's hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. "Even if the war were still ongoing, I would not have backed out," the 49-year-old US national, who aske»»»
Diplomacy and defiance: Why Iran is seeking a deal — without backing down
Dubai: Even as negotiations over a possible US-Iran agreement gathered momentum this weekend, Tehran projected two sharply different messages: Diplomacy abroad and defiance at home. While Iranian officials worked through regional mediators to advance a proposed framework aimed at reopening the Stra»»»
Al Nassr prepares record offer to lure Pep Guardiola after Manchester City exit, eye reunion With Cristiano Ronaldo
Saudi Arabia's Al Nassr FC is reportedly preparing what Spanish media described as a record-breaking financial package to persuade Pep Guardiola to take over as head coach following his departure from Manchester City. Spanish newspaper Marca reported that the Saudi club was willing to offer Guardio»»»
Situation in Apriltsi Returning to Normal, Mayor Says
The situation in Apriltsi is returning to normal, Tihomir Kukenski, mayor of the municipality, told the Bulgarian News Agency on Sunday. The Vidima and Ostreshka rivers have already returned to their beds, he noted. A partial state of emergency was declared in the municipality on Saturday after 86 »»»
5 Hajj pilgrims receive lifesaving healthcare
MAKKAH: Two African Hajj pilgrims were given urgent treatment for life-threatening cardiac conditions at the King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah. The patients, one from Somalia and another from Senegal, were later discharged from hospital wearing smart watches that allowed medical teams to remotel»»»
Starobelsk Massacre Will Be Added to Ukraine Regime's Indictment - Russian Human Rights Commissioner
Russian Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova, commenting on the Ukrainian Armed Forces' strike on a college dormitory in the LPR, stated that the "Starobelsk Massacre" will be included in the indictment against the Kyiv regime. "The 'Starobelsk Massacre' will be included in the indictment agai»»»
Pakistan to launch ‘digital corridor’ with Saudi Arabia to streamline Hajj operations
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will establish a “digital corridor” with Saudi Arabia aimed at streamlining Hajj operations, state-run Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) reported on Sunday, saying the collaboration will improve services for pilgrims and share their real time data with Saudi Hajj systems and pl»»»
Texas A&M University at Qatar celebrates 154 engineering graduates
Doha: Qatar Foundation partner university Texas A&M University at Qatar recognised more than 150 engineering graduates during the university’s commencement ceremony. Students earned bachelor’s degrees in chemical engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering and petroleum engineering,»»»
Hezbollah’s asymmetric warfare hardens Israel’s resolve as Lebanon pays in blood and rubble
BEIRUT: Israel and Hezbollah press on with their campaigns of military pressure across southern Lebanon, a land now stripped of both inhabitants and structures south of the Litani River. Israeli fire is creeping rapidly north of the river as well. The tactics on display are strikingly mismatched, y»»»
US top diplomat Marco Rubio in India to renew strained ties
Sandra Petersmann | Sharique AhmadUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio has met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a four-day trip following a rocky year for relations between the US and India. How much can India still consider the US a friend? https://p.dw.com/p/5EFvIAdvertisementThe once»»»
People Who Carry Letters in Their Hearts Never Lose Their Way - Environment and Water Minister
Minister of Environment and Water Rositsa Karamfilova-Blagova Sunday visited Blagoevgrad to take part in celebrations marking the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters, as well as the city’s anniversary. "On days like thi»»»
India voices concern on US visas but sees alignment with Rubio
New Delhi: India voiced concern on Sunday over a US visa crackdown, striking a rare critical note even as it expressed broad alignment with Secretary of State Marco Rubio on other fractious issues. Paying his first visit to India, Rubio said the two democracies were on the same page on all major is»»»
Bolivian minister's convoy ambushed while overseeing roadblock clearance
Bolivian minister's convoy ambushed while overseeing roadblock clearance 7 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAleks Phillips Reuters The convoy of Bolivia's public works minister was ambushed by protesters and briefly disappeared while overseeing the clearing of roadblocks on Saturday. M»»»