Al-Manar correspondent reports constant buzz of Israeli drones over Beirut and Dahiyeh - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Cabo Verde World Cup star Vozinha joins Colo Colo
SANTIAGO: Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has reached an agreement to join Chile's Colo Colo, club president Anibal Mosa said on Friday. Vozinha, 40, will arrive as a free agent after his contract with Portuguese second-division side Chaves expired in June. "There is an agreement in place," Mosa told»»»
Top Yemeni Negotiator Warns Saudi of ‘Siege-for-Siege’ Escalation
The Head of Yemeni National Delegation Mohammad Abdul Salam warned Saudi Arabia on Saturday that the continued blockade of Yemen could trigger a new phase of escalation, declaring that naval restrictions would be met with a “siege-for-siege” response. “The naval blockade is the first step in a batt»»»
ESCWA executive secretary hails Qatar as key partner in advancing sustainable development
DOHA: United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) HE DrRania Al Mashat, underscored the State of Qatar's role in advancing sustainable development and multilateral cooperation, while stressing the impor»»»
Middle East: Red Sea tensions grow as Saudi-Houthi clashes open new front
The Houthis have accused US ally Riyadh of a "dangerous escalation" after it struck military targets belonging to the group on Friday, following the rebels announcing a&»»»
FM highlights Egypt’s investment potential at Philippine business roundtable
Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty participated on Friday, July 24, 2026, in a roundtable discussion with leading Philippine business executives and representatives of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI), in the presence»»»
Italy defense minister offers ousted Ukraine counterpart Fedorov adviser role
ROME: Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto said he has offered Mykhailo Fedorov, recently sacked as Ukraine’s defense minister, a role as an adviser in Italy. “I called him the day after his dismissal and said: When do you want to come to Rome and work with me as an adviser?” Crosetto told »»»
Qatar Chamber signs memorandum of understanding with Portuguese Industrial Association
DOHA: Qatar Chamber has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Portuguese Industrial Association – Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AIP–CCI), aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two organizations, promoting business development, encouraging investment in Qatar and Portugal,»»»
Guterres arrives in Syria for first UN secretary-general visit since before civil war
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres touched down in Damascus Saturday for a three-day visit where he is expected to reaffirm support for the multi-confessional country's efforts to rebuild after more than a decade of bloody civil war. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrive»»»
Could your workplace pass a fire emergency? Abu Dhabi Civil Defence issues a fresh warning
The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority has called on businesses and workplace operators to strengthen preventive safety measures, urging organisations to ensure fire protection systems are fully operational and employees are prepared to respond to emergencies. The authority stressed the importance o»»»
Yemen's Houthis say they hit Saudi Arabia as Trump weighs harder Iran strikes
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on the city of Jizan in Saudi Arabia on Saturday as the fallout of the US-Israeli war against Iran spreads further across the Middle East. The Iran-backed group last week announced a maritime blockade on Saudi Arabia and has tar»»»
US pummels Iran as Tehran targets regional bases stationing US forces
Iran on Friday said it carried out attacks targeting US military assets and bases with US forces in Bahrain, Jordan and Kuwait in retaliation for Washington's latest strikes across the country. The US meanwhile bombarded sites across Iran as the conflict escalated, leading US embassies to alert its»»»
The purge of Orban’s Hungary has begun
On Monday, July 20, Hungary officially entered a new political reality. For the first time in 16 years, the Fidesz party lost control of the country’s most important institution – its presidency. Viktor Orban’s last remaining pillar of power collapsed. The situation, initially perceived by Fidesz s»»»
A $4.2 billion trade relationship is set for a major boost after the UAE and Canada sealed CEPA talks
Canada: The UAE and Canada have announced the successful conclusion of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), reflecting the strength and depth of their growing bilateral economic relationship. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of Foreign Trade, and Manin»»»
Cyclical factors underpin US dollar resilience despite structural headwinds: QNB
Doha, Qatar: Qatar National Bank (QNB) said in its latest weekly economic commentary that while mounting structural headwinds continue to weigh on the US dollar's long-term outlook, cyclical factors remain the dominant drivers underpinning the currency's resilience against most major peers. The rep»»»
Can Saudi Arabia turn supply chain disruptions into long-term opportunities?
RIYADH: The recent escalation of tensions involving the US, Iran and Israel, coupled with prolonged disruption to Red Sea shipping, has accelerated a rethink of global trade routes and supply chain strategies. As businesses seek more resilient logistics networks, Saudi Arabia sees an opportunity to»»»
SpaceX completes Starship's 13th flight test
Los Anegeles, USA: SpaceX launched the 13th flight test of its giant Starship system on Friday, testing upgrades to the vehicle following its previous flight. Starship lifted off from the company's Starbase facility in the U.S. state of Texas at about 552 p.m. Central Time. Shortly after launch, Sp»»»
Trump hails ‘nuclear renaissance’ as advanced reactors achieve early milestones
In a White House event on Friday, US President Donald J. Trump celebrated what he described as a "pivotal victory" for American energy dominance: multiple cutting-edge civilian nuclear reactors reaching operational “criticality” well ahead of an ambitious target set by his administration. The annou»»»
Trump says Israeli PM Netanyahu will visit US next week
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Friday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the US next week. Trump’s comments came in his speech at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner on Friday, while he was falsely casting US Senator Chuck Schumer as Palestinia»»»
Explosions Rock Yemeni City of Hodeidah Amid Reports of Air Strikes
Local residents reported hearing several explosions in the coastal city of Hodeidah, western Yemen, on Friday evening. The city is controlled by Yemen’s Houthi movement.A source in the local authorities told Sputnik that Saudi Arabian warplanes carried out five air strikes in various areas of Hodei»»»
US military says it fired on another vessel breaching Iranian blockade
IRBIL, Iraq: The US military said Friday that it fired on another merchant vessel that was trying to breach its blockade of Iran’s ports, while the Islamic Republic targeted American strongholds around the Arabian Gulf.The US and Iran showed no sign of backing away from their conflict after a 13th »»»
Global dividends rise 10.1% to $424.5 billion in Q1 2026, Middle East pays $29.2 billion
Dubai: Companies across the Middle East returned $29.2 billion to shareholders through dividends during the first quarter of 2026, with Saudi Arabia accounting for almost 84% of the regional total. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Underlying dividend payments in the reg»»»
Saudi-led Coalition Forces in Yemen strike Houthi sites as conflict flares
RIYADH/SANAA: The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said it carried out airstrikes targeting Houthi military sites in the Yemeni port city of Hodeidah on Friday that were linked to attacks on Saudi shipping. “We carried out a proportionate military response operation against legitimate military targets»»»
Arrests, denials and missing images: Gulf states’ response to Iranian strikes
Since the conflict between Iran and the United States began on February 28, more than 1,000 people have been arrested for attempting to document Iranian strikes in Jordan and Gulf countries allied with Washington. The governments of these countries have sought to deter the circulation of such image»»»
Lekhwiya concludes specialised security training for Rwandan Police personnel
DOHA: The Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) has concluded three specialized training courses for members of the Rwandan National Police under the supervision of its Training Institute, further strengthening security cooperation between Qatar and Rwanda. The programmes covered VIP protection, riot »»»
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs meets with Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister and Brunei Darussalam's Second Foreign Minister
Manila: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met separately on Friday with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia HE Eng. Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khereiji, and HE Second Minister of Foreign Affairs for Brunei Darussalam, Erywan Pehin Yusof»»»
Amir holds telephone conversation with president of Uzbekistan
DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held a telephone conversation with President of the Republic of Uzbekistan HE Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Discussion during the call, dealt with relations between the two friendly countries and ways to support and strengthen »»»
How Saudi- and UN-led initiatives are putting rural women at the heart of Syria’s recovery
LONDON: Across Syria’s war-scarred landscape, reconstruction efforts have largely centered on shattered cities and critical infrastructure, even as other initiatives aim to extend recovery beyond urban areas. One such effort, led by Saudi aid agency KSrelief and the UN Development Programme, is shi»»»
LeBron James is heading to the Philadelphia 76ers, saying it will be his ‘last decision’
PHILADELPHIA: LeBron James’ first “final” decision was that he would retire. Weeks of deep reflection led him to change his mind, however, with all the familiar options in front of him to extend his career; a third trip with Cleveland, a second stop in Miami, maybe even stay in California for a hig»»»
PIF signs $15bn financing deal with US EXIM to support strategic projects
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Export-Import Bank of the US to establish a financing framework worth up to $15 billion to support strategic investments and procurement from US companies. The agreement, announced on Friday, will provid»»»
Changes in EC benchmarks, for emission allowances for heating, important to Poland
The European Commission’s reduction of emissions benchmarks used to allocate free EU ETS allowances could significantly increase heating prices in Poland and weaken investment in the sector’s transition. For 2026–2030, the heat benchmark was cut by more than 30%, from 47.3 to 31.2 allowances per te»»»
Analysis: Lebanon walks diplomatic tightrope in bid to end Israel war - UPI.com
Soldiers stand watch at a Lebanese army checkpoint in Zawtar al-Gharbiya, southern Lebanon, on Friday. Zawtar al-Gharbiya is among the designated pilot zones under the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel, from which Israeli forces are scheduled to withdraw. Photo by EPA BEIRUT, Lebanon, »»»
PIF signs $9.5b worth of deals with World Bank Group to boost investment, jobs
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has signed agreements worth up to $9.5 billion with two World Bank Group institutions to unlock investment, support economic development and create jobs in the Kingdom and across emerging markets. A $6 billion agreement with International Finance Corp. »»»
PIF signs $9.5b worth of deals with World Bank Group to boost investment, jobs
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has signed agreements worth up to $9.5 billion with two World Bank Group institutions to unlock investment, support economic development and create jobs in the Kingdom and across emerging markets. A $6 billion agreement with International Finance Corp. »»»
Intense storm system in Chile leaves 13 dead, more than $700 million in losses - UPI.com
A person walks along a street flooded after the Bellavista Canal overflowed in the Mirador de la Hacienda neighborhood of La Serena, Chile, on Monday. President Jose Antonio Kast declared a state of constitutional exception of catastrophe for the Coquimbo Region and Huasco province in response to t»»»
Massive wildfire engulfs Madrid region, thousands evacuated
The worst wildfire in the Madrid region's history raged west of the Spanish capital on Friday, with around 40,000 people evacuated or ordered to remain indoors. Strong winds and scorching temperatures hampered efforts to contain the flames, which had destroyed dozens of homes and forced the closure»»»
Qatar condemns attack on police personnel in Pakistan
Doha: The State of Qatar has expressed condemnation and denunciation of the attack that targeted police officers in Northwestern Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, and resulted in numerous deaths and injuries. In a statement issued Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar's fir»»»
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs meets with Foreign Ministers of the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, the Netherlands, Panama
Manila: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi held Friday a series of bilateral meetings, on the margin of the commemorative event marking the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), held in Manila, the Philippines. His Excelle»»»
India says citizen killed in Black Sea ship attack
New Delhi: India said Friday that one of its nationals was killed in an attack last week on a commercial vessel transiting the Black Sea. The foreign ministry condemned the strike, saying that the MV Omorfi -- which had three Indian nationals on board -- was attacked on July 18 "while transiting th»»»
Trump says EU to pay 'very big price' for Google fine
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to hit the European Union with tariffs and a formal trade investigation over Brussels' latest antitrust penalty against Google. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the bloc "will pay a very big price for this illegal and high»»»
Qatar participates in event commemorating 50th anniversary of TAC
Manila: The State of Qatar participated in the commemorative event marking the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), held today in Manila, the Philippines. HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi represented the State of Qatar »»»
Another oil artery under threat? The Houthis are testing Riyadh
The Ansar Allah movement of Yemen (the Houthis) has announced what it calls a “maritime embargo” against Saudi Arabia. The group’s military spokesman, Yahya Saree, framed the move as retaliation for what he described as 12 years of Saudi-led blockade by sea and air against Yemen. The wording itself»»»
Road to 2034: How AI is changing the World Cup
JEDDAH: When the FIFA World Cup kicked off in USA, Mexico and Canada, billions of fans were glued to their screens. There were goals, controversies and last-minute dramas but the real magic was not just happening on the grass. Behind the scenes, engineers and tech companies had turned the tournamen»»»
British PM Andy Burnham opens 'No. 10 North' office in Manchester - UPI.com
Police officers guard the entrance to Heron House, which will house No. 10 North while another site is under construction, in Manchester, England. The bee is the symbol of Manchester. Photo by Adam Vaughan/EPA July 24 (UPI) -- New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham held his first meeting at No. 10»»»
Pakistan and Iran explore path toward new talks with US
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is exploring a path toward a resumption of stalled US-Iran talks over ending their nearly five-month-old war, three Pakistani sources said, following a push initiated by China. Exploratory discussions took place during a visit by Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni to Isla»»»
Spanish minister enters race to lead UN labor agency, amid US funding concerns
GENEVA: Spain has nominated Labour Minister Yolanda Diaz to head the United Nations labor agency, potentially making her the first woman to lead the organization, as it faces a financial crisis over US non-payments. The Spanish government said Diaz’s candidacy for the top job at the International L»»»
Russia says it will wait for new Trump proposals on ending Ukraine war
MOSCOW: Russia believes US President Donald Trump is sincere in his efforts to end the Ukraine war and will wait for Washington to put forward new proposals, even though the US is continuing to provide weapons to Kyiv, the Kremlin said on Friday. In the meantime, Russia will keep fighting to achiev»»»
Trump threatens to seize Iranian assets over attacks on shipping
US President Donald Trump has threatened to seize frozen Iranian assets to cover “any and all damages” to ships and cargo damaged due to the conflict in the Middle East. Iran has hit back, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warning that the move sets an “incendiary precedent” that could have glob»»»
India, Pakistan get direct quarter-final entry in Asian Games cricket
New Delhi: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have been handed a direct entry into the men's knockouts of the Asian Games cricket after the draw was announced. Defending champions India along with its seeded neighbours will start from the quarter-finals of the 10-team men's competition start»»»
Confirmed cyclospora outbreak expands to 9 states - UPI.com
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta announced Friday that the cyclospora outbreak has officially spread to four new states. File Photo by Erik S. Lesser/EPA July 24 (UPI) -- The cyclosporiasis outbreak has expanded to four new states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and P»»»