Qatar Tribune 10m

Qatar Airways equips 150 wide-body aircraft with Starlink service

DOHA: Qatar Airways announced that it has equipped 150 of its wide-body aircraft with Starlink service, including a Boeing 787-9. The airline stated in a press release that it completed the Starlink conversion of its Boeing 787-8 fleet within seven months, making it the operator of the world's firs»»»

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UPI 13m

Oil prices jump 3% as Trump threatens ‘economic warfare’ - UPI.com

President Donald Trump’s social media rhetoric threatening a “crushing economic operation” against Iran preceded a 3% bump in oil prices on Thursday. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Aug. 20 (UPI) -- Oil prices were up 3% Thursday after President Donald Trump's threat to impose a "c»»»

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Naharnet 20m

Israelis return to last West Bank settlement closed over 20 years ago

Israelis began moving into the occupied West Bank settlement of Kadim on Thursday, the local settler council said, the last of four communities from which Israel withdrew more than two decades ago to be repopulated. It came a week after Israel officially reopened neighboring Ganim, in a move emblem»»»

The Peninsula 25m

Qatar Airways’ 150 Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft now include world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways, the operator of the world’s first and largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, has become the first airline to operate Starlink-equipped Boeing 787-9 aircraft, globally. The carrier has also completed Starlink rollout across its Boeing 787-8 sub-fleet in seven months, b»»»

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Gulf News 28m

Harry and Meghan’s shock UK return: 7 big questions

London: Six years after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dramatically walked away from royal life and moved across the Atlantic, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are preparing to return to Britain with their children. The reported move marks an extraordinary turn in a saga that has included an explosiv»»»

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The Barents Observer 31m

The GRU family: How Russian intelligence officers settled in Norway

Moscow continues to send GRU officers to Norway under diplomatic cover. The Barents Observer looks at their identities. Colonel Sergei Belousov has held the position of military attaché at the Russian embassy in Oslo since around the middle of 2025. According to leaked data, Belousov is registered »»»

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Qatar Tribune 34m

Qatar, Türkiye, Egypt strongly condemn recent Israeli attacks in Gaza Strip

DOHA: The State of Qatar, the Republic of Türkiye, and the Arab Republic of Egypt, in their capacity as mediating countries, strongly condemned the recent Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, which have resulted in the loss of civilian lives, including women and children, and express their deep conce»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 37m

Breaking: Former Fidesz minister János Lázár gives up his seat in Parliament, with one warning to his party

János Lázár, a former minister in Hungary’s previous government and arguably Fidesz’s most prominent political figure after Viktor Orbán, has resigned from his parliamentary mandate, effective 20 August. Former transport minister leaves Parliament Lázár announced the decision in a lengthy Facebook »»»

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Gulf News 38m

Abu Dhabi to host largest-ever ADIHEX with 2,405 brands from 71 countries

The Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) is set to return for its largest edition yet, bringing together 2,405 companies and brands from 71 countries. The 23rd edition of ADIHEX will run from August 28 to September 6 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, under the theme “A Legacy»»»

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Qatar Tribune 46m

Qatar Airways quips 150 wide-body aircraft with Starlink service

DOHA: Qatar Airways announced that it has equipped 150 of its wide-body aircraft with Starlink service, including a Boeing 787-9. The airline stated in a press release that it completed the Starlink conversion of its Boeing 787-8 fleet within seven months, making it the operator of the world's firs»»»

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Sputnik 49m

Russia’s Strikes Gut Ukraine’s Military-Industrial Backbone & Cripple Ability to Wage War - Expert

Russia is destroying Ukraine's weapons “before they ever end up being used against its troops,” Viktor Litovkin, a retired Russian Army colonel and veteran military analyst, tells Sputnik. Russia's strikes on military plants, logistics hubs, and weapons depots pack a triple whammy effect: Ukraine c»»»

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Al Manar 50m

Turkiye, Egypt, Qatar Condemn Israeli Attacks on Gaza

Turkey, Egypt and Qatar on Thursday strongly condemned ​recent Israeli strikes in ‌Gaza, saying in a joint statement that ‘Israel’ must comply with ​its obligations under a ceasefire ​agreement and refrain from steps ⁠that could escalate tensions. “The ​mediating countries underline that the intens»»»

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Gulf News 50m

Dubai-Sharjah evening traffic: E11 and E311 among key trouble spots

Dubai: Motorists travelling between Dubai and Sharjah should expect slower journeys during Thursday evening’s rush hour, particularly on major corridors linking the two emirates. The main pressure points are expected along Al Ittihad Road (E11) around Al Taawun, Sahara Centre and Al Nahda, where tr»»»

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Gulf News 52m

Hormuz paradox: Why flowing oil could prolong Iran war

Dubai: Iran says it controls the Strait of Hormuz. Donald Trump insists the United States has broken Tehran’s grip on the vital waterway. The reality is more complicated — and could help explain why a conflict now deep into its sixth month remains so difficult to end. Shipping traffic remains sever»»»

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Gulf News 52m

What UAE residents need to know tonight: Tanker hijacked off Yemen, US aircraft carrier deployed in Middle East

Dubai: Tensions across the Middle East escalated on multiple fronts on Thursday, with a US aircraft carrier strike group arriving in the region, a tanker reportedly seized by armed men off Yemen, and President Donald Trump threatening further economic pressure on Iran. Gulf states called for de-esc»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 56m

Border Police Detain Van Carrying Irregular Migrants in Burgas Region

A group of irregular migrants was found in a van by officers of the Malko Tarnovo Border Police, the Interior Ministry said on Thursday. The driver was detained along with 35 men who identified themselves as Afghan nationals. According to the Interior Ministry, the van driver is a 22-year-old natio»»»

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Sputnik 1h

Number of US Troops Wounded During Operation Against Iran Exceeds 750

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The total number of US military personnel injured during the conflict with Iran has increased to 757, Sputnik found out on Thursday after analyzing recent Pentagon data. As of August 19, 418 soldiers were injured during Operation Epic Fury that finalized on May 5, another 339»»»

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The Barents Observer 1h

The GRU family: How Russian intelligence officers and their wives settled in Norway

Moscow continues to send GRU officers to Norway under diplomatic cover. The Barents Observer looks at their identities. Colonel Sergei Belousov has held the position of military attaché at the Russian embassy in Oslo since around the middle of 2025. According to leaked data, Belousov is registered »»»

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Gulf News 1h

This airline made a hoodie for people who hate seat recliners

Dubai: There's that one moment at a boarding gate when a person's true character shows itself. The first boarding call sounds — group one, mind you — and suddenly half the waiting area rises as if to a starting gun only they could hear. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & BalancesS»»»

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Naharnet 1h

Berri says ending UNIFIL is 'greatest crime against south'

Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri has emphasized the importance of UNIFIL forces' presence in southern Lebanon and their assigned role, both in “maintaining security in the south and in supporting the Lebanese Army's deployment across all Lebanese territory up to the international border, as stipul»»»

The Barents Observer 1h

The GRU Family Affair: How Russian Intelligence Officers and Their Wives Settled in Norway

Moscow continues to send GRU officers to Norway under diplomatic cover. The Barents Observer looks at their identities. Colonel Sergei Belousov has held the position of military attaché at the Russian embassy in Oslo since around the middle of 2025. According to leaked data, Belousov is registered »»»

thebarentsobserver.com
The Peninsula 1h

Joint statement issued by mediators: The State of Qatar, Republic of Türkiye, and Arab Republic of Egypt on recent Israeli attacks in Gaza

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar, the Republic of Türkiye, and the Arab Republic of Egypt, in their capacity as mediating countries, strongly condemn the recent Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, which have resulted in the loss of civilian lives, including women and children, and express their deep »»»

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Sputnik 1h

Russia's Rosatom Holding Talks With Another 15 Countries on Construction of Nuclear Plants - CEO

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom is holding talks with another 15 countries on the construction of nuclear power plants, Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev said on Thursday. Russian President Vladimir Putin convened a meeting to discuss the development of nuclear energy. On Th»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Iran signals tougher military strategy as US standoff deepens

Tehran: Six months into its war with the United States, Iran's military has begun signalling a shift from retaliation to offence, which analysts say could reflect Tehran's belief it holds leverage to advance its demands and break the stalemate. Since US-Israeli strikes launched the war on February »»»

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Gulf News 1h

150 Qatar Airways widebody aircraft now have free Wi-Fi

Dubai: Qatar Airways is on track to complete its Starlink rollout across its Boeing 787 fleet by the end of 2026, after equipping more than half of its aircraft with the high-speed satellite Wi-Fi service. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & BalancesThe Doha-based airline has now f»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Prime minister, Egyptian counterpart reaffirm commitment to strengthening bilateral relations

CAIRO: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Prime Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Dr Mostafa Madbouly on the sidelines of the seventh session of the Qatari-Egyptian Joint Higher Committee, held in Cairo, Egypt. Duri»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar, Egypt reaffirm strong ties, boost economic cooperation and coordinate on regional issues

CAIRO: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met with Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE DrBadr Abdelatty on the sidelines of the seventh session of the Qatari-Egyptian Jo»»»

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Novinite 1h

Burgas Airport Ready for Eurovision 2027 Passenger SurgeOpinions

Burgas Airport says it is ready to handle increased passenger traffic expected around Eurovision 2027, with thousands of visitors from Bulgaria and abroad anticipated to travel to the city for the competition. The airport has already begun discussions with airlines about next summer's flight schedu»»»

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BNE 1h

Russians are not cashing out of banks, deposits hit a record high but savings boom that built them running out of steam

This week The Telegraph reported that “Russians withdraw billions from banks amid fears Putin could seize deposits.” What actually happened is Russian bank deposits have doubled since the start of the war in Ukraine and are still rising. Russians are not taking money out of banks; they are putting »»»

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The Peninsula 1h

QMMF publishes Rally Guide 1, announces initial details of this year’s Qatar International Baja

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) has published Rally Guide 1 and released initial details of this year’s Qatar International Baja. The Lusail-based event takes its place in the calendar on October 28 to 31 and is the penultimate round of both the FIA World and Middle Ea»»»

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Al Manar 2h

IRGC Warns of Qualitative Leap in Weapons If War Resumes

A senior commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned that Tehran would deploy significantly more advanced and destructive weaponry than those used in previous conflicts should a new war break out, signaling a major escalation in the Islamic Republic’s military posture. Bri»»»

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Qatar Tribune 2h

President of Egypt meets prime minister

CAIRO: President of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met in Cairo on Thursday with Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, who is visiting Egypt as the head of the State of Qatar's delegation to the seventh session of »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Human Rights Watchdog Warns against Replacing Delayed Reform of Juvenile Justice with Repression

The Bulgarian Helsinki Committee (BHC) said on Thursday that the country's legislation governing what happens to children in conflict with the law was adopted way back in 1958. "Reform is decades overdue, yet instead of pursuing it, those in power are proposing something all too familiar in Bulgari»»»

bta.bg
France24 2h

'She'll never leave me': Who is Natalie Harp, Trump's most devoted aide?

Natalie Harp has spent years operating close to US President Donald Trump while attracting little public attention. But recent events have thrust the 35-year-old presidential aide into the spotlight, including accompanying Trump on a secret flight from Turkey during a reported security threat. »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 2h

Hungary’s revamped public broadcaster launches new flagship news bulletin with a surprising shift

Hungary’s public broadcaster has launched its revamped flagship news programme, with its first edition featuring comments from opposition figures and critics of the government: a notable change in tone following a major overhaul of the public media’s news operation. The new Híradó aired for the fir»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Lucknow banker kills estranged wife, sister before taking own life

A State Bank of India employee allegedly shot dead his estranged wife outside her workplace in Lucknow before returning home, killing his younger sister and taking his own life on Thursday, in a case police are investigating as a double murder followed by suicide. The killings unfolded within a sho»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Bitcoin breaks $70,000 for first time in over two months

Dubai: Bitcoin climbed above $70,000 for the first time in more than two months on Thursday, extending a two-day rally that has brought buyers back into the cryptocurrency market following lower US Treasury yields, fresh institutional inflows and renewed hopes of regulatory progress in Washington. »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Prime Minister meets Egyptian Foreign Minister

Cairo: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Dr. Badr Abdelatty, on the sidelines of the seventh session of the »»»

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Novinite 3h

Greece Ready to Deploy Patriot Missiles to Protect Bulgaria From Iran

Greece is prepared to help defend Bulgarian airspace if Iran carries out an attack on US military facilities in Southeast Europe, according to Greek media reports citing sources from the Greek Defense Ministry. Athens is considering deploying a Patriot air defense system near the Bulgarian border i»»»

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Novinite 3h

Democratic Bulgaria: Gyurov Should Seek Borissov’s Support for Presidency

Former caretaker Prime Minister Andrey Gyurov is expected to be formally announced as a presidential candidate within days, according to Atanas Atanasov, deputy speaker of Parliament and a leading figure in Democratic Bulgaria. Speaking to Nova TV, Atanasov said preparations are already underway to»»»

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Novinite 3h

18-Year-Old Who Attacked Nepalese Citizens in Plovdiv Remains FreeOpinions

Eighteen-year-old Teodor Velev, accused of attacking Nepalese citizens in Plovdiv and causing them minor bodily injuries, will remain free on bail after the Plovdiv District Court confirmed the €700 measure. The court hearing established that Velev had already paid the bail and had cooperated with »»»

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Novinite 3h

Eight Vultures Die in Suspected Poisoning in Bulgaria's Balkan MountainsOpinions

Eight vultures have died in a suspected poisoning incident in Bulgaria's Central Balkan National Park, including black and griffon vultures and the country's only bearded vulture, conservationists reported. The first dead birds were discovered on August 18 in difficult-to-reach terrain at an altitu»»»

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RT 3h

Trump and Canada have a deal*

Donald Trump said just before midnight Washington time that he has a deal with Canada to avoid 50% tariffs, and thus the tariffs are on pause for three days. Although that may not be the case a few more seconds from now. Just ask Iran. Whoops, here we go already. Canada has already disputed the exi»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Dubai’s mega DWC airport is getting the world’s largest people mover — here’s how it will work

Dubai: A 50-kilometre automated people mover (APM) will be built at Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC), creating what its developer Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) says will be the world’s largest airport APM system. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & BalancesThe sys»»»

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Arab News 3h

Congo set to receive 70,000 Ervebo vaccines to contain Ebola outbreak, WHO says

The Democratic Republic ‌of Congo has been allocated 70,000 doses of Merck’s Ervebo vaccine for Ebola, the World Health Organization said on Thursday, as the country attempts to contain its biggest ever outbreak of the deadly disease. Here are some details: Last week Congo had requested a release o»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Israel's Katz says Erdogan 'dragging Turkey into dangerous adventures in Syria'

Israel's defense minister on Thursday accused President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of dragging Turkey into "dangerous adventures in Syria", after Israel tacitly acknowledged a strike on a north Syria air base earlier in the week. "Israel will not allow any entity to threaten its security," Israel Katz wr»»»

BNE 3h

Nato has no plan for a joint Russia-China attack, its own strategists say

The scenario that keeps Western planners awake is easy to describe and, it turns out, almost entirely unstudied: Russia moves on a Nato member while China moves on Taiwan, The Atlantic reported on August 17. Asked what the West would actually do if Russia and China opened two fronts in Europe and T»»»

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Arab News 3h

Syria produces 14.8m barrels of crude oil in H1 

RIYADH: Syria produced 14.8 million barrels of crude oil in the first half of 2026, about 79 percent below its 2010 pre-war production levels, as the energy sector works to rebuild infrastructure and restore output. Raw natural gas production reached 1.43 billion cubic meters during the period, whi»»»

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BNE 3h

Tajikistan needs a further $5.8bn to complete Rogun dam, S&P says

Tajikistan will need roughly $5.8bn more to complete construction of the Rogun hydroelectric power plant, according to a report from S&P Global Ratings, which expects the entire project to be finished by 2035.  The figure is lower than S&P's previous estimates, which stood at arou»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Sharjah’s Al Maleh and Fishing Festival returns to celebrate UAE's maritime heritage

Sharjah will launch the 13th Al Maleh and Fishing Festival on August 27, bringing together fishing businesses, traditional producers and government entities in a four-day event aimed at preserving the UAE’s maritime heritage and supporting local industries. Organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Comme»»»

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