Israeli forces raid shops in Nablus, kill 26-year-old Palestinian
LONDON: Israeli forces shot and killed a 26-year-old Palestinian and injured four others during a raid on Sunday in the city of Nablus, located in the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Ministry of Health confirmed that Nayef Samaro, 26, was killed after sustaining critical gunshot wounds to the h»»»
Three additional airline partners returning to Hamad International Airport
Doha, Qatar: Hamad International Airport announced three additional airline partners are set to resume operations to and from Doha from the listed start dates. The airlines below are scheduled to resume services to and from Doha, from the listed start dates: - April 21, 2026 flydubai - April 22, 20»»»
Two women die on migrant boat seeking to reach UK
Paris: Two young women believed to be of Sudanese origin died Sunday, May 3, 2026, while trying to reach Britain from northern France in a small boat, officials said. The women, aged about 20, were aboard a small boat carrying 82 people, a regional government official, Christophe Marx said. The boa»»»
Doha all set for 2026 GCC Games
Doha: The Organising Committee of the 4th GCC Games – Doha 2026 has announced the completion of all preparations for hosting the highly anticipated regional event, scheduled to take place from May 11 to 22. Speaking at a press conference held at Al Wajba Hall at the headquarters of the Qatar Olympi»»»
Dubai Police bring 540 workers together at Al Quoz forum
Dubai : Dubai Police, under the Ministry of Interior and represented by the Positive Spirit Council in collaboration with Bur Dubai Police Station and Al Quoz Police Station, organised the “Al Quoz Community Forum 2026” to strengthen community bonds and promote values of tolerance and coexistence. »»»
iCAUR Global Partners Business Summit 2026 showcases full strategy, product vision and ecosystem expansion
iCAUR hosted its Global Partners Business Summit, bringing together partners from around the world to present its global strategy, product roadmap, and ecosystem development. The event marked a key milestone as the brand moves from initial expansion toward deeper global integration. Opening the sum»»»
Women in Saudi Arabia break ground in construction
DUBAI: Women are steadily reshaping construction environments across Saudi Arabia, bringing new perspectives to one of the region’s most traditionally male-dominated industries as the country pushes forward with large-scale development projects. From quarry floors to high-level project management, »»»
Saudi Arabia ranks 2nd globally in data center market attractiveness
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has ranked second globally, after the US, among the most attractive markets for data centers — an achievement that reflects the Kingdom’s growing position in digital infrastructure and its rapid expansion in a market increasingly driven by artificial intelligence and cloud comp»»»
Pride on wheels: UAE race crowns cycling champions
Dubai: Dubai Police, in cooperation with the UAE Cycling Federation, have crowned the winners of the 60km “Proud of UAE” cycling race following a highly competitive event that brought together riders across multiple categories, with a total prize pool of Dh264,000. The race concluded with strong pe»»»
TSE: 2025 governance improves, with stronger calls for board independence & transparency
Tunis, May 3 (TAP) - A recent study by the Tunis Stock Exchange on the “Corporate Governance of Listed Companies 2025” reveals tangible progress in board diversity and transparency standards, particularly regarding women’s representation and the...»»»
Caretaker Interior Minister Dechev, Interior Ministry Secretary General Kandev Visit US
A delegation of the Interior Ministry, led by caretaker minister Emil Dechev, is on a working visit to the US, the Ministry said on its website. The delegation includes the ministry’s acting Secretary General Chief Commissioner Georgi Kandev, Deputy Minister Ivan Anchev, and chef de cabinet Ivelina»»»
Ministry of Justice organizes workshop on Data Classification Project
Doha: The Ministry of Justice (MOJ), represented by the Planning, Quality, and Innovation Department, organized a workshop to introduce the Data Classification Project. The workshop aimed to familiarize ministry employees with the project, review its objectives and deliverables, and explain the mec»»»
Hadjar drops to back of Miami grid after technical infringement
Miami Gardens, United States: Red Bull's Isack Hadjar will start from the back of the grid in the Miami Grand Prix after he was disqualified on Sunday from qualifying for a technical infringement on his car. Hadjar had posted the ninth quickest time in Saturday's qualifying but the stewards announc»»»
2.2 million seats, 5,300 trips: Haramain train ramps up for Haj
Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) said on Sunday it had increased the operational capacity of the Haramain High-Speed Train to more than 2.21 million seats for the Haj season. The rail line, which runs from Mecca through Jeddah, King Abdulaziz International Airport, King Abdullah Economic City and Medina»»»
Caretaker Interior Minister Dechev, Interior Ministry General Secretary Kandev Visit US
A delegation of the Interior Ministry, led by caretaker minister Emil Dechev, is on a working visit to the US, the Ministry said on its website. The delegation includes the ministry’s acting General Secretary Chief Commissioner Georgi Kandev, Deputy Minister Ivan Anchev, and chef de cabinet Ivelina»»»
GCC Secretary General, European Parliament delegation go over mideast developments
Riyadh: Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi discussed regional updates with a delegation from the European Parliament, during its visit. Albudaiwi said that the GCC states seek to strengthen ties with their regional and international partners to promote »»»
PD Voting Process in Korçë Suspended Twice Amid Disputes Over Voter Lists
The internal election process of the Democratic Party (PD) branch in Korçë was suspended twice after disputes emerged over attempts by individuals not listed in the official voter registry to cast ballots. According to reports, the process was interrupted shortly after it began, with ballot papers »»»
OPEC+ to Raise Oil Production by 188,000 Barrels Daily from June
Riyadh: OPEC+ announced its decision to increase oil production by 188,000 barrels per day starting June, as part of its commitment to supporting stability in the oil market. Comprising Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman, the organization said that it held a virtual m»»»
Egyptian Singer Hany Shaker Dies at 74
Egyptian singer Hany Shaker, dubbed 'Prince of Arab Singing,' passed away Sunday at the age of 74, according to Egyptian television. He had been receiving treatment in France, where he traveled last March after undergoing medical surgery in Egypt earlier in the year. Hany Abdel Aziz Shaker was born»»»
Qatari International Search and Rescue Group pays training, advisory visit to Egypt
CAIRO: The Qatari International Search and Rescue Group conducted a training and advisory visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt as part of a technical support program for the Egyptian Civil Protection Team. This visit is part of the team's preparations for obtaining international accreditation from t»»»
Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say
Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say 28 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGrace Eliza Goodwin Universal Images Group via Getty ImagesThe surroundings of Tan Tan, Morocco, which is near where the Americans went missing Two US service members have gone missing»»»
Closing Bell: Saudi main index edges higher to 11,193
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index was steady on Sunday as it gained 5.18 points, or 0.05 percent, to close at 11,192.84. The total trading turnover of the benchmark index stood at SR4.29 billion ($1.14 billion), with 181 of the listed stocks advancing and 73 declining. The Kingdom’s pa»»»
German FM, in Call with Iranian Counterpart, Demands Hormuz Reopening
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said he on Sunday demanded that Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz and give up its nuclear weapons programme in a telephone call with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, AFP reported. "I emphasized that Germany supports a negotiated solution," Wadephul said in »»»
Israeli Raid in the West Bank Leaves 1 Palestinian Dead and 4 Wounded
One Palestinian man was killed and four others seriously wounded during an Israeli military raid in the Israeli-occupied West Bank city of Nablus on Sunday, the Palestinian Red Crescent said. The Palestinian Health Ministry said the man’s wife was in labor at a local hospital when she was informed »»»
Firefighters Union Calls for Adoption of Preventive Legislation
In a statement on the occasion of International Firefighters’Day, May 4, the National Union of Firefighters and Rescuers urged for ensuring healthy working conditions that guarantee every firefighter returns home alive and well. “It is unacceptable that in 2026 many firefighters and rescuers in Bul»»»
Syrian, Egyptian foreign ministers discuss boosting ties in Cairo
Cairo, May 3 (SANA) Syria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani met on Sunday with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty in Cairo to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation between the two countries. During the meeting, the two sides»»»
Maritime Alliances Propel Saudi Arabia Toward Building Global Logistics Influence
In a short period, Saudi Arabia has moved into a phase of building global logistics influence through maritime alliances with major international companies. The latest step is the launch of a new shipping route linking the Kingdom with Europe, alongside 18 other maritime services currently in opera»»»
OPEC+ Adjusts Oil Output by 188,000 Bpd, Russia Gets Biggest Boost
Seven OPEC+ countries - Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Oman - decided to raise production by 188,000 barrels per day in June, compared to May. Key adjustments: 1.Russia: +62,000 bpd2.Saudi Arabia: +62,000 bpd 3.Iraq: +26,000 bpd 4.Kuwait: +16,000 bpd 5.Oman: +5,000 bpd»»»
‘Prince of Arab Singing’ Hany Shaker dies after health battle
Egyptian singer Hany Shaker, widely known as the “Prince of Arab Singing”, has died following a prolonged illness, after his health deteriorated during treatment in France, local media reported. Shaker had been receiving medical care in France after suffering a complex health condition that include»»»
Rubio to Visit Vatican, Rome after Trump Row
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Rome and the Vatican this week, an Italian government source said Sunday, weeks after President Donald Trump's stinging criticism of Pope Leo XIV. Italian media reported that Rubio would meet the US pontiff himself on Thursday. The government source told»»»
Qatari International Search, Rescue Group pay training, advisory visit to Egypt Search, Rescue Group
Cairo: The Qatari International Search and Rescue Group conducted a training and advisory visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt as part of a technical support program for the Egyptian Civil Protection Team. This visit is part of the team's preparations for obtaining international accreditation from t»»»
Blue Oasis ultra shower filter recognised among top 5 shower filtration solutions in the UAE
Blue Oasis has strengthened its position in the UAE’s growing water wellness segment with its Ultra Shower Filter, now recognised among the top 5 shower filtration solutions in the UAE, reflecting increasing consumer demand for effective protection against hard water and chlorine exposure. With the»»»
Ministry issues tight rules for fire season
The Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Ministry has launched the 2026 wildfire prevention season, warning members of the public of four key prohibitions aimed at reducing human-caused fires. Burning vegetation waste and open fires are banned outright regardless of risk level. Spark-producing or op»»»
UK PM’s threat to curtail pro-Palestine protests slammed as attack on free speech
LONDON: The UK prime minister’s threat to ban some protests against Israel’s actions in the Middle East has been condemned as an attack on free speech. A range of civil society, anti-war and rights groups criticized Keir Starmer after he said “there are instances” in which he would propose stopping»»»
Bengaluru startup launches India’s first OptoSAR satellite for all-weather Earth imaging
NEW DELHI: A Bengaluru-based startup on Sunday launched India’s largest privately built satellite and the first enabling all-weather imaging of the Earth. Weighing 190 kg, the OptoSAR satellite was made by GalaxEye under its Mission Drishti. It is among India’s most advanced and was sent into orbit»»»
Inside Dubai’s 99.7% security success story
Dubai : Dubai Police have reported an exceptional 99.7 per cent security coverage rate and a 98.2 per cent customer happiness score at Al Khawaneej Police Station, underscoring its strong operational performance and community impact. The results were highlighted during an inspection visit by Lieute»»»
Qatar University organises seminar on Gulf economy amid current crises
DOHA: Qatar University (QU) explored the most significant economic repercussions stemming from political tensions and developments in the region, including their impact on global energy markets, supply chains, and international trade flows, as well as their direct effects on Gulf economies and fina»»»
Tripoli Libyan government delegation holds meeting with U.S. Geological Survey – to assess Libya's mineral resources, strategic and rare minerals
A delegation from the Tripoli based Libyan government held a meeting in Washington DC with officials from the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), a branch of the U.S. Department of the Interior, to follow up on previous meetings held in October 2025 and February 2026, and to discuss ways to expand strat»»»
Ministry of Labour holds workshop for nationalisation award judges, evaluators
Doha: In alignment with its commitment to advancing national workforce development, the Ministry of Labour (MOL) convened a specialised technical introductory workshop for evaluators and members of the judging panel of the inaugural Qatar Private Sector Nationalisation Award. The workshop forms a k»»»
New Israeli air strike targets southern Lebanese town of Haris: Al-Manar correspondent - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe New Israeli air strike targets southern Lebanese town of Haris: Al-Manar correspondent 03-05-2026 15:45 PM Latest News Urgent News Trump Di»»»
Trump Disapproval Climbs to 62% as Democrats Gain Edge Ahead of Midterms - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Trump Disapproval Climbs to 62% as Democrats Gain Edge Ahead of Midterms 03-05-2026 15:44 PM US President Donald Trump arrives for an addre»»»
Longer days, rising heat: UAE enters May warming trend
The UAE is expected to experience a gradual rise in temperatures and longer daylight hours throughout May, the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said. The NCM noted that May is part of the spring transitional period, during which the sun continues its apparent northward movement from the equator»»»
Libyan government delegation meets – US Department of Energy - discusses developing oil and gas sector and strategic energy projects
During its official visit to the United States, the Tripoli Libyan government delegation held a meeting with officials of the US Department of Energy to discuss ways to develop the oil and gas sector in Libya and enhance cooperation in strategic energy projects. Trans-Saharan Gas Line project (Nige»»»
Israel Court Extends Detention of Gaza Flotilla Activists
An Israeli court has extended by two days the detention of two activists arrested aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla that was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters near Greece, their lawyer said on Sunday. Saif Abu Keshek, a Spanish national, and Brazilian Thiago Avila were detained by Is»»»
Bulgarian President, Armenian PM Sign Strategic Partnership Declaration
Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan signed a Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership between the two countries in Yerevan on Sunday, the President’s press secretariat reported. The sides expressed hope that the new government in Bulgaria would more activ»»»
Prime minister congratulates Al Noor Center for the Blind graduates
DOHA: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani has congratulated the Al Noor Center for the Blind graduates. In a post on X, the prime minister said, "Today, Al Noor Center for the Blind graduates a new generation that proudly and deserve»»»
Yemen’s Workers Face Harsh Unemployment and Unrelenting Hardship
As the world marks International Workers’ Day on May 1 each year, workers in Yemen have, for years following the Houthi coup and ensuing war, faced a starkly different reality marked by daily hardship and a struggle for survival amid economic and humanitarian conditions among the worst globally. Wo»»»
Iran submits new peace terms, says ‘ball in US court’
Tehran has submitted a comprehensive new peace plan, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said on Saturday, adding that “the ball is in the US court.” Both the US and Iran have previously accused each other of putting forward unacceptable terms, as a ceasefire reached nearly a month ag»»»
Why Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade
PoliticsRussian FederationWhy Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global tradeDasha ThyssenRussia wants its Northern Sea Route to become an important artery of global trade. However, the Arctic shortcut between Europe and Asia is fraught with both political and environmental hurdles. https://»»»
OPEC+ raises output in first production decision after UAE's exit to project stability
Dubai: The oil alliance OPEC+ moved to contain fallout from the withdrawal of the UAE, announcing a modest increase in production targets while avoiding any direct reference to the departing member. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.At an online mee»»»