Iran's Foreign Minister Tells Lavrov Ukraine's Attack on Iranian Ship Won't Go Unanswered
On Saturday, Iran's Foreign Ministry reported that Ukraine had carried out an attack on an Iranian merchant ship, killing one sailor and wounding a second. Ukraine's attack on an Iranian ship constituted "a blatant UN Charter violation done at Israel's behest to drag Europe into its war," Foreign M»»»
Dubai’s Desert Vipers suffer second straight Global Super League defeat despite posting massive total
LONDON: The Desert Vipers suffered a dramatic two-wicket defeat to Guyana Amazon Warriors in the ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League on Sunday, despite posting a massive total. The Vipers amassed 205 for six from their 20 overs, becoming the first team to pass 200 in the competition and eclipsing»»»
India's Modi to reform exam system, as education minister resigns
New Delhi: India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced Sunday a special task force to reform the country's exam system, a day after his administration's education minister resigned. The social media-driven Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) had drawn thousands of demonstrators, mainly students, to the »»»
Flavio Bolsonaro launches presidential bid in Brazil despite challenges
Flavio Bolsonaro on Saturday formally launched his campaign for Brazil's October presidential election, seeking to extend his family's grip on the country's far-right movement despite a series of scandals that have dented his once-strong challenge to incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. B»»»
Oman, Philippines to expand partnerships in food security, blue economy
MANILA: Oman wants to expand partnerships with the Philippines in the sectors of food security and the blue economy, its top diplomat said on Sunday after a meeting with his Philippine counterpart in Manila. Oman Foreign Minister Badr Al-Busaidi and Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro met o»»»
Iran says halts Middle East attacks as US holds fire
Tehran: Iran said on Sunday it has halted retaliatory attacks against US allies in the Middle East after Washington stopped its strikes on the country for the past two nights. The Iranian declaration came after Washington paused a war nearing its fifth month and reports emerged that concerns over d»»»
Closing Bell: Saudi main index slips to close at 10,766
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index slipped on Sunday, losing 37.27 points, or 0.34 percent, to close at 10,766.84. The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR2.37 billion ($632 million), with 98 stocks advancing and 158 declining. Similarly, the Kingdom’s parallel market No»»»
Al-Hilal join list of 20 biggest-spending clubs in summer transfer window after addition of Summerville
DUBAI: Al-Hilal have broken into the list of the top 20 highest-spending clubs in the world during the current summer transfer window, according to Saudi business daily Al-Eqtisadiah. The window only opened in Saudi Arabia three days ago, but Al-Hilal’s spending has already hit $79.2 million after »»»
Taiwan's Chou Tien-chen snatches China Open title at age 36
Changzhou, China: Taiwan's Chou Tien-chen overpowered his opponent in the China Open men's singles final on Sunday, becoming the oldest tournament champion in the category at age 36. World number six Chou vanquished 27-year-old Toma Junior Popov of France in three games, 21-15, 7-21, 21-13, to clai»»»
Saudi Arabia’s Team Vision claim Teamfight Tactics title at Esports World Cup 2026
DUBAI: Saudi Arabia’s Team Vision claimed a 3-0 victory over Aurora Gaming to take the Teamfight Tactics title at the Esports World Cup 2026, along with the $150,000 grand prize and 1,000 Club Championship points. Team Vision secured the trophy after five days of competition at Allianz Vault in Par»»»
Ugandan diplomat Otunnu joins race to become next UN head
Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has joined the contest to become the next secretary-general of the United Nations, the seventh contender to succeed Antonio Guterres when he steps down at the end of this year. Otunnu, a former UN under-secretary-general who served as a special representative for child»»»
More Medical Teams, Ambulances to Be Deployed along Bulgarian Black Sea Coast from August 1
The Tourism Ministry said additional medical teams and ambulances will be deployed along the Bulgarian Black Sea coast from August 1 under its joint initiative with the Health Ministry. This will provide faster access to medical care during the peak of the summer season, when the number of tourists»»»
‘Bullied, beaten up, killed’: Armenia's drag queens risk it all for the stage
Armenian attitudes toward the LGBTQ community have transformed in recent years, in part due to the war in Ukraine. While a queer club in Yerevan was firebombed in 2012, the capital is now home to a thriving underground drag scene. But despite these events attracting hundreds, police raids and famil»»»
Bulgarian Passport Ranks 11th Globally for Travel FreedomOpinions
The Bulgarian passport ranks 11th worldwide in terms of travel freedom, according to the latest Henley Passport Index, placing it just one position behind the United States passport. The ranking shows that Bulgarian citizens can travel visa-free to 178 countries, only two fewer than holders of US p»»»
GERB to Challenge 2026 State Budget in Constitutional Court
The 2026 state budget is unconstitutional and GERB will challenge it before the Constitutional Court, GERB Chair Boyko Borissov said at a party event in Varna on Sunday. He argued that the budget adopted by Parliament violates fiscal rules concerning the permissible budget deficit, which is set at »»»
World Athletics keeps Russia banned as Olympic isolation begins to ease
What is it with British ‘knights of the realm’ that they seem to be forever mired in corruption, scandal, and disgrace? Former Olympian Sebastian Coe can never avoid all three of those ‘specialities’, yet like his fellow Lords, Ladies, Sirs, and Dames, he appears to think that sitting high upon tha»»»
Amir receives President of the Supreme Judicial Council of Iraq
Doha, Qatar: The Amir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at his office in Lusail Palace HE Dr. Faiq Zaidan, President of the Supreme Judicial Council of the Republic of Iraq, who offered his condolences to the Amir on the demise of the Father Amir His Hi»»»
Syria, EU discuss support for public finance reform
Damascus, July 27 (SANA) Syria’s Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh met with a delegation from the European Union, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the SIGMA Programme to discuss technical assistance for the country’s public financial management reform agend»»»
US holds fire against Iran as media reports say Washington's stockpiles are dwindling
Another night has passed without further US air strikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of nightly bombardments. US media reports that Washington's concerns over dwindling stockpiles of Patriot interceptors and other air defence munitions could be behind the pause in fighting. Iran passed anot»»»
Wildfires overwhelm exhausted firefighters in France and Spain
Bordeaux: Fire crews in France and Spain battling unchecked wildfires that have forced more than 300,000 people to flee were overwhelmed on Sunday as the unpredictable blazes advanced. France's southwestern city of Bordeaux, at the heart of a region of vineyards, was under threat, with a major high»»»
QFZ launches Qatar Diamond Exchange for global trade of diamonds
Doha, Qatar: Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) has announced the Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE), a fully integrated platform for the trade of rough and polished diamonds and precious stones hosted within Ras Bufontas Free Zone. Bringing together trading, membership, vaulting, certification, and indust»»»
From 79th to 101st: How Pakistan’s passport journey changed in 20 years — visa-free travel list explained
As millions of travellers prepare for the peak summer holiday season, the July 2026 Henley Passport Index highlights how global mobility has transformed over the past two decades. The 20th anniversary edition shows that the average passport now offers visa-free access to 108 destinations worldwide,»»»
Former ICC Prosecutor Khan Stripped of International Immunity - Russian Foreign Ministry
MOSCOW, (Sputnik) - Former International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan will no longer enjoy immunity as an international official in the states that are party to the Rome Statute, the Russian Foreign Ministry stated on Sunday. On July 24, the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Stat»»»
US holds fire against Iran as reports emerge of stockpile concerns
Iran passed another night without U.S. airstrikes on Sunday, as Washington paused a war nearing its fifth month and reports emerged that concerns over dwindling munitions were restraining plans for further escalation. The lull has revived hopes of a return to negotiations after nearly two weeks of »»»
India issues Black Sea warning after attacks on ships with Indian crew
India has warned its nationals to carefully assess the risks of taking jobs on commercial vessels operating in the Black Sea after a wave of missile and drone attacks since April. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the security situation in the Black Sea and adjoining maritime areas remain»»»
From Alia Bhatt to Priyanka Chopra, Bollywood reacts as student protests claim victory: 'Happy to see voices heard. It's done bro'
Dubai: A resignation that ended weeks of protest. Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation as India's Union Education Minister on Saturday, submitting his letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after weeks of pressure from the Cockroach Janta Party-led student movement. The reaction from Bollyw»»»
Saudi Arabia’s trade surplus jumps to $6.9bn in May as oil exports rebound
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s merchandise trade surplus surged to SR26.03 billion ($6.91 billion) in May, driven by higher oil exports and a sharp decline in imports, preliminary government data showed. The surplus widened 328.8 percent from a year earlier as merchandise exports rose 3.9 percent year on y»»»
India’s visa-free travel map changed in July: 4 countries dropped — destinations you can still visit
India’s passport now offers visa-free, visa-on-arrival or simplified entry access to 55 destinations, but four countries changed their rules in 2026, making travel more complicated for Indian holidaymakers. With summer travel season underway, many Indians are planning international holidays, family»»»
Iran Ready to Rebuild Trust With Immediate Neighbors – Araghchi
Iran’s military actions during the 40-day war were aimed at responding to US and Israeli attacks rather than targeting regional states, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told the Iran newspaper. “I see the will to rebuild trust. We are neighbors and will remain neighbors. We must live togethe»»»
Al Sadd's Claudinho targets another title as QSL clubs gear up abroad
Doha, Qatar: Reigning Qatar Stars League champions Al Sadd are undergoing an intensive pre-season camp in Austria, where midfielder Claudinho says the squad has embraced new head coach Razvan Lucescu's ideas from the very start. “Training has been very good. We are working very hard and also unders»»»
Egypt’s North Coast: Building a Year-Round Destination Economy Arab Finance For Information Technology
Egypt’s North Coast is entering a new phase of development in which tourism, urban expansion, and private-sector innovation are increasingly tied together. Rather than being shaped by isolated projects or seasonal activity, the region is evolving into a more integrated investment landscape where Ne»»»
Saudi Arabia ranks among top G20 performers in mobile internet speeds: report
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s median mobile internet download speed rose to 216 megabits per second (Mbps) in 2025 from 203 Mbps a year earlier, ranking the Kingdom among the top five G20 countries on the measure, according to a report released by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST).»»»
Court rules against Trump administration effort to limit mail-in voting - UPI.com
A federal appeals court ruled on Saturday that the Trump administration cannot put into effect an executive order to create lists of eligible voters and prevent the postal service from delivering them to people who do not appear on the lists. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 25 (U»»»
Airstrikes have paused and talks are pressing forward. But can the US and Iran take the off-ramp?
WASHINGTON: The US military has paused its airstrikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of intensifying bombing, while diplomatic efforts have pushed forward to try to avert a return to all-out war.But it remains to be seen whether the US and Iran are at an inflection point in a mercurial conflict tha»»»
Small businesses file lawsuit challenging Trump's newest tariffs - UPI.com
In lawsuit filed Friday, plaintiffs charged that U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer "failed to provide a reasoned, record-based explanation for its determinations" in a applying a fresh round of sweeping tariffs. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 25 (UPI) -- President Donald »»»
Viva Pinoy Popstar Qatar Edition narrows down to top 10 finalists
Darlene Regis The excitement surrounding the Viva Pinoy Popstar Middle East – Qatar Edition reached new heights as the competition held its First Elimination Night on July 10 at Tawar Mall, featuring 15 talented finalists competing for a place in the Grand Finals. Produced by GULF Events in partner»»»
Trump administration admits it canceled grants from Harris voters - UPI.com
Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought , whose department made the final decision on slashing hundreds of grants, looks on during a House Budget Committee hearing. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 25 (UPI) -- The Trump administration admitted that it canceled near»»»
Oman and Bahrain make winning starts
FIBA U18 Asia Cup Gulf QualifiersTribune News Network Doha Oman and Bahrain made winning starts to their campaigns in the FIBA U18 Asia Cup Gulf Qualifiers, defeating Kuwait and Saudi Arabia respectively as the tournament tipped off at Al Gharafa Sports Hall on Saturday. Organized by the Qatar Bask»»»
Qatar is a key partner in advancing sustainable development, says ESCWA executive secretary
QNA Doha United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), Dr. Rania Al Mashat, has underscored Qatar’s role in advancing sustainable development and multilateral cooperation while stressing the importance o»»»
Wildfires force nearly 260,000 people to evacuate in France and Spain
Massive wildfires sweeping southwestern France and central Spain forced nearly 260,000 people to flee on Saturday, as authorities deployed troops and additional firefighting aircraft to battle blazes fueled by extreme heat and drought. Unchecked wildfires raging Saturday in France's southwest and n»»»
Deputy PM Poulev: Lukoil Neftochim Burgas Has Not Processed Russian Oil in Recent Weeks
Deputy Prime Minister and Economy, Investment and Industry Minister Alexander Poulev said that the Lukoil Neftochim Burgas refinery has not processed Russian oil in recent weeks. Interviewed by Bulgarian National Television on Saturday, Poulev said the Bulgarian government is in constant contact wi»»»
Palestinian concerns grow over terror raids by Israeli settlers
RAMALLAH: Speaker of the Arab Parliament Mohammed Al-Yamahi has strongly condemned the dangerous escalation of violence carried out by terrorist settler militias, under the direct protection of the Israeli forces, against Palestinians and their property throughout the occupied West Bank. In a recen»»»
Pesticides, cadmium, PFAS: France reckons with the hidden toxins in food (1/2)
Concern over pesticides, PFAS “forever chemicals”, cadmium and other contaminants has been on the rise since a March report revealed French residents are up to four times more likely to register unsafe levels of cadmium than their European counterparts. For many, reducing exposure to these chemical»»»
Nearly 98,000 hectares burned in France, a 'historic record' says government
The threat posed by a wildfire raging in the southwestern French department of Gironde "remains very serious," the top regional official, Sophie Brocas, said Saturday."The threat remains very serious. We are still facing a grave situation," she said, adding however that the blaze has lost "some of »»»
Tisza nominates renowned constitutional law expert for Hungary’s Constitutional Court
Hungary’s Tisza parliamentary group has nominated Dr. Pál Sonnevend, one of the country’s leading constitutional law scholars, to fill the vacant seat on the Constitutional Court following the end of Csaba Hende’s mandate. Tisza nominates a leading constitutional law scholar The nomination was anno»»»
Saudi, Pakistani top diplomats discuss regional tensions and maritime security
Riyadh: Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, has held a telephone conversation with his Pakistani counterpart, Muhammad Ishaq Dar, to discuss the latest developments in the region. According to officials, the two ministers reviewed the current regional situation and stressed t»»»
Concussions motivate Como to ban heading in academy teams: Varane
Paris, France: Italian Serie A club Como have announced they are banning heading until the under-11 team after consultation from board member the former France star Raphael Varane. Varane retired in 2024 after a glittering career with Les Bleus, Real Madrid and Manchester United but suffered head i»»»
Russia’s football return: Why FIFA wants it and UEFA fears the consequences
I didn’t watch a single full game of this FIFA World Cup and was asleep before the final kicked off on Sunday. It would have been awkward watching a match wanting both teams to lose. The best things to witness at this jamboree were the mindbending, moral amnesia of the anti-Trump and pro-Palestine »»»
54th Eid Al Etihad organisers receive praise from UAE President
Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received the organising team of the UAE's 54th Eid Al Etihad. During the meeting, Sheikh Mohamed greeted members of the organising team and expressed his appreciation for their tireless efforts in successfully organising t»»»