Hashim Thaci, the former leader of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), has been found responsible for war crimes committed by the militant group during its NATO-backed campaign to break away from Serbia in the 1990s. The ethnic Albanian, who served as the first president of the self-proclaimed Republ»»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed making Canada the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe. Trump's tariffs and repeated talk of making Canada the 51st state have push»»»

Inflation in the United Kingdom rose to a five-month high as the aftershocks of the Iran war continued to ratchet up fuel prices, official figures showed Wednesday, an increase that will pressure the Bank of England to hike interest rates again over coming months. The Office for National Statistics»»»

The Trump administration has announced that it will impose travel bans on officials it claims are responsible for discrimination against whites and other minority groups in South Africa. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Tuesday he would revoke U.S. visas or reject visa applications from for»»»

Al Kuwaiti urges citizens, firms to form first line of defence against cyber threats Dubai – The United Arab Emirates is doubling down on its ambition to become an “AI nation,” but it will only succeed if the world stands together against the sophisticated cyber threats, the country’s top cybersecu»»»

Pharaonic, Greek and Roman pieces were unearthed in illegal dig, police say Dubai: Egyptian police have arrested a suspected antiquities dealer in Minya after seizing 151 artefacts allegedly unearthed during illegal excavations in a mountainous area and intended for sale, the Interior Ministry said»»»

First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Daniyar Amangeldiev met with Moody’s analysts Anushka Shah and Marc-Antoine Galey. The Cabinet’s press service reported. The parties discussed the current macroeconomic situation, the results of ongoing reforms, the state of public fin»»»

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen's Houthis accused them on Wednesday of targeting Islam's holy city Makkah, sparking outrage across the Muslim world. The Houthis swiftly rejected as a "lie" Riyadh's statement that it had shot down a drone heading towards Makkah, which at»»»

President Joseph Aoun told AFP that Lebanon wants a new force, from Europe or elsewhere, to avoid a security "vacuum" in the south when U.N. peacekeepers leave at the end of the year. "What matters is that there is no vacuum," he told AFP in an interview on Tuesday. He added that any new force for »»»

Governments must choose between passing fuel costs to consumers or taking on more debt Dubai: Oil above $100 a barrel is spilling from global energy markets onto the streets, triggering protests, transport strikes, shortages and growing pressure on governments from Asia to Europe and Latin America.»»»

Tunis, Sept. 16 (TAP)- President of the Republic Kaïs Saïed received Tuesday in Carthage Premier Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri and Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh.The meeting focused on the draft finance law for next year, the Presidency...»»»

Doha, Qatar: From beachside activities and creative workshops to racing-track events, indoor fitness classes and family-friendly experiences, there is plenty happening in and around Doha. Whether you’re looking for an active day out or a new experience to enjoy with family, there’s something for ev»»»

Hong Kong: Hong Kong's government unveiled plans on Wednesday to significantly boost investment on innovation and technology as it aims to align the financial hub with mainland China's development goals. City leader John Lee made the announcement as he unveiled Hong Kong's first Five-Year Plan, out»»»

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly stressed the importance of regulating the real estate market, explaining that the state is swiftly preparing a legal framework to balance investment incentives with protecting stakeholder rights, in line with directives from President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to safeguar»»»

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen used her 2026 State of the Union address on Wednesday to propose a new form of association between the EU and Canada, alongside measures on competitiveness, security, artificial intelligence, climate resilience and migration. Speaking to the Europe»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe New Photos Reveal Widespread Damage inflicted by Iran Strikes on US Sites 16-09-2026 12:19 PM Undated photo of plane damaged by Iranian str»»»

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Egypt (ADIB-Egypt) has been named “Best Islamic Bank in Egypt 2026” by the International Union of Arab Bankers for the second consecutive year, reaffirming the bank’s leading position in Egypt’s Islamic banking sector. The recognition pays tribute to the continued progress th»»»

RISING FUEL PRICES Fuel prices continue to rise, with diesel becoming EUR 0.03 cents more expensive and petrol increasing by EUR. 0.01 cent as of Wednesday morning, Dimitar Hadzhidimitrov, deputy chairman of the Association of Bulgarian Fuel Traders, Producers, Importers and Transporters, said on b»»»

China's foreign minister Wang Yi said Beijing was willing to "safeguard" Iran's rights during talks with his counterpart Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday, as Beijing seeks to mediate in Tehran's war with the United States. "China is also willing to strengthen dialogue and cooperation with Iran, and safe»»»

Tunis, Sept. 16 (TAP)- President of the Republic Kaïs Saïed received Tuesday in Carthage Premier Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri and Minister of Economy and Planning Samir Abdelhafidh.The meeting focused on the draft finance law for next year, the Presidency...»»»

President Joseph Aoun told AFP that Lebanon wants a new force, from Europe or elsewhere, to avoid a security "vacuum" in the south when U.N. peacekeepers leave at the end of the year. "What matters is that there is no vacuum," he told AFP in an interview on Tuesday. He added that any new force for »»»

The European Commission has proposed new rules aimed at tackling Europe’s housing crisis, giving cities a clearer framework for restricting short-term rentals and investment-driven property use. However, the proposal would not introduce an automatic Airbnb ban. Decisions on restrictions would remai»»»

US-China rivalry turns AI governance into the new battleground for global power WHAT IF, in the not-so-distant future, artificial intelligence (AI) gains control over nuclear weapons and trigger a conflict between nuclear-armed powers? The nightmare scenario, painted by Elon Musk, the tech billiona»»»

Pentagon watchdog says $22.3b in weapons expenditure has strained strategic inventories Washington: The United States is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of its war against Iran, the Defence Department’s inspector general confirmed Monday, contrasting with President Donald Trump’s asser»»»

Deir Ezzor, Sept. 16 (SANA) More than 40 companies are selling food, beverages, clothing and household goods directly to consumers at a 14-day shopping festival in Deir Ezzor, which organizers described as the first of its kind in the province. The “Deir Ezzor Deserves It” festival, held at Clock R»»»

Damascus, Sept. 16 (SANA) US companies are exploring investment opportunities in Syria, with several projects and agreements under negotiation, Syrian Sovereign Fund officials said Tuesday during talks with a visiting US economic delegation in Damascus.Mohammad Musattat, Director of Public Relation»»»

The Saudi-led coalition battling Yemen's Houthis accused the rebels on Wednesday of targeting Islam's holy city Mecca, sparking outrage across the Muslim world and deepening the conflict roiling the region. Fresh fighting between the Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi-backed Yemeni government has dragge»»»

He plans to spend the prize on his wife and children Dubai: A Pakistani human resources professional who was born and raised in the UAE has won Dh25,000 in Big Ticket’s first weekly e-draw for September, after purchasing just six tickets since returning to the draw. 40-year-old Zulqarnain Malik, wh»»»

The Trump administration is planning to deliver powerful 2,000-pound bombs to Israel as part of an upcoming arms deal, weapons that prompted such concerns about the possibility of mass casualties in Gaza that the Biden administration paused their delivery two years ago. The $2.8 billion package inc»»»

La Guaira, Venezuela: Schools in Venezuela's quake-scarred coastal state of La Guaira were deserted on Tuesday, a day after the start of the new school year, with many parents opting to keep children home for fear of further deadly tremors. La Guaira, home to a popular resort of the same name north»»»

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Governor-General of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea HE Sir Bob Dadae, on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.»»»

Buenos Aires, Argentina: Lionel Messi was on Tuesday named in Argentina's squad for a friendly against Benin on October 6, a match that will serve as his farewell appearance after announcing his international retirement last month. The 39-year-old said in August he was retiring from Argentina duty »»»

At various times over the last decade, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Britain and Israel have carried out punishing air raids on Yemen's Houthi rebels — only to see them grow even stronger. Now, as the Iran-backed Houthis advance on a key maritime chokepoint and strike S»»»

Beijing’s new waterway boosts ASEAN trade and inland ‘river-rail-sea’ corridor China on Wednesday opened the Pinglu Canal, a landmark waterway designed to give the country's vast southwestern hinterland a direct route to the sea and strengthen trade with Southeast Asia. The 134.2-km canal runs from»»»

Democracy in the US has fallen to its lowest levels in 50 years as a wider global decline weakens the rule of law and raises the risk of conflict, according to a new study.The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) said on Tuesday that nearly half of the»»»

Paris, France: Newly-crowned US Open champion Alexander Zverev makes a quick return to action this weekend as he bids to help Germany reach the Davis Cup Finals, while American Ben Shelton hopes to put his Flushing Meadows final defeat behind him. World number two Zverev downed Shelton in four sets»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Yemeni Armed Forces’Spokesman Brigadier General Yahya Saree says locally made surface-to-air missile brought down Saudi fighter jet 16-09-2»»»

Nagoya: The Asian Games open in Japan on Saturday with 2028 Olympics places up for grabs, fast-rising talents of world sport in action and thousands of athletes staying on a cruise ship in typhoon season. More than 17,000 competitors and officials are expected at the continent’s biggest sporting sp»»»

EXCLUSIVEFrom 19-year-old recruit to 41 years of service with Ras Al Khaimah Police Ras Al Khaimah: When Pakistani national Muneer Hussein Muneer arrived in the UAE as a 19-year-old looking for work, he never imagined he would spend the next four decades building a life in the country. Today, at 60»»»

Doha, Qatar: Marking 12 years of advancing precision medicine and genomics in Qatar, the MENA region and beyond, Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, is set to host the Precision Medicine and the Future of Genomics (PMFG) Summit 2026. The Summit will be held from December 7 to 9, 2026 at t»»»

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, Rex Li, Professor of International Relations at King's College London, says that China "is trying to promote an alternative international security order and project itself as a stabilising force in world politics", adding that while Beijing "is increasingly »»»

Hundreds of protesters gathered in central Sofia on Tuesday evening to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Rumen Radev’s government, citing concerns over the budget deficit, new foreign debt, corruption, organized crime, youth violence and the cabinet’s policy toward Russia. The demonstration »»»

European Union envoys have pushed back the expiry of EU Russia sanctions listings by ​seven days until September 22, a spokesperson for the EU's Irish presidency said on Monday, after failing to agree on a six-month renewal. At issue is whether to de-list Russian-Uzbek billionaire Alisher Usmanov. »»»

Doha, Qatar: Old Doha Port will return to the Monaco Yacht Show 2026 for the fifth consecutive year, taking place from September 23 to 26, and will continue its official sponsorship of the Upper Deck Lounge for the second consecutive year. The participation reflects Old Doha Port’s commitment to st»»»

In an interview, Sheikh Nasser underscored that the consumer electronics industry is undergoing a period of particularly rapid transformation, with traditional distinctions between products increasingly disappearing. The rapid convergence of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and consumer ele»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to Governor-General of the Independent State of Papua New Guinea HE Sir Bob Dadae on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.»»»

VIP Packs offers exclusive benefits, Dubai Parks passes and a chance to win Dh31,000 Dubai: Global Village will open pre-orders for its Season 31 VIP Packs on September 21, with public sales starting on September 26 through the Coca-Cola Arena website. The packs will be sold exclusively online, wit»»»

Some UAE flights are cancelled as regional tensions keep airline schedules under pressure Dubai: UAE travellers face another day of flight cancellations and delays, with several services cancelled at Dubai International Airport and delays reported on flights arriving into Abu Dhabi. Emirates, flydu»»»

VIP Packs offers exclusive benefits, Dubai Parks passes and a chance to win Dh31,000 DUBAI: Global Village will open pre-orders for its Season 31 VIP Packs on September 21, with public sales starting on September 26 through the Coca-Cola Arena website. The packs will be sold exclusively online, wit»»»

From AI tools to themes, Meta rolls out subscription tiers for UAE users Dubai: Meta is rolling out Meta One, a new subscription service offering UAE users extra features across WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and Meta AI — starting at Dh5.99 a month. The catch? The core versions of the apps remain f»»»