Partly cloudy weather across most regions on Sunday night
Tunis, May 10, 2026 (TAP) — The weather, on Sunday night, will be partly cloudy across most regions, according to forecasts from the National Institute of Meteorology.Winds will blow from the east. They will be relatively strong near the coasts and...»»»
UAE announces extension of eInvoicing provider deadline for firms to October
The Ministry of Finance has announced targeted amendments to regulations governing the eInvoicing system, extending the deadline for appointing an Accredited Service Provider (ASP) from July 31 to October 30 2026. The change applies to businesses subject to the system with annual revenues exceeding»»»
Russia regards Tunisia as key MENA partner as bilateral trade tops $1.8 billion, ambassador says
TUNIS, May 10, 2026 (TAP) — Russian Ambassador to Tunis Alexandre Zolotov said Tunisia is “a traditional, reliable and highly valued partner” for Russia in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, highlighting the development of bilateral...»»»
Lebanon Says Two Paramedics Affiliated with Hezbollah Killed by Israeli Strikes in South
Lebanon's health ministry said two paramedics from the Hezbollah-affiliated Islamic Health Committee were killed and five others wounded on Sunday in two Israeli strikes on the country's south despite a ceasefire. As the state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported Israeli airstrikes and artillery»»»
More than 4.2bn people still won’t have internet this year
The “connected world” has become a buzzword lately, with tech titans from Facebook to Google rushing to get people online. But a UN report released yesterday reveals that you need to provide the prerequisite training, education, and languages before equal access to the internet becomes a reality fo»»»
Emaar plans first Vida hotel project in Egypt
UAE-based Emaar Hospitality Group is set to develop Vida Marassi Marina, a major leisure development with 120 hotel rooms and suites offering a refreshing; marina tourism; experience. This marks the first project under its Vida Hotels and Resorts brand in Egypt, and marks the third hotel project by»»»
Akakus Oil confirms oil pipeline leak at Block 186, confirms leak fixed using Libyan cadres within hours - returning production to normal
Akakus Oil Operations confirmed today the widely reported crude oil pipeline leak connecting stations A and D to Block 186. However, Akakus also confirmed in the same statement that within hours of the leak occurring, ‘‘the efforts of our Libyan workforce, the technical teams responded with high ef»»»
Macron says France 'never envisaged' sending warships into Strait of Hormuz
Nairobi: President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that France had "never envisaged" a naval deployment in the Strait of Hormuz but rather a security mission that would be "coordinated with Iran". At a news conference in Nairobi, Macron said he was sticking to his position opposing a blockade from e»»»
Macron Says France ‘Never Envisaged’ Sending Warships into Strait of Hormuz
President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that France had "never envisaged" a naval deployment in the Strait of Hormuz but rather a security mission that would be "coordinated with Iran". At a news conference in Nairobi, Macron said he was sticking to his position opposing a blockade from either sid»»»
Hezbollah fighters directly hit a newly established command center of the Israeli enemy army in the town of Al-Bayyada with an attack drone: Military Media Statement 12 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters directly hit a newly established command center of the Israeli enemy army in the town of Al-Bayyada with an attack drone»»»
Hezbollah fighters directly hit a gathering of Israeli occupation army soldiers in the town of Tayr Harfa with an attack drone: Military Media Statement 11 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters directly hit a gathering of Israeli occupation army soldiers in the town of Tayr Harfa with an attack drone: Military Me»»»
LIA welcomes UN Security Council’s updated Implementation Assistance Notice No. 6 clarifying interpretation of its asset freezing measures
The Libyan Investment Authority (LIA) welcomed yesterday the issuance by the UN Security Council, on 1 May 2026, of the updated version of Implementation Assistance Notice No. 6, which came in response to the LIA’s repeated requests and communications for clarification on the correct interpretation»»»
Over 200,000 Attend Giro d'Italia Finish in Sofia, Mayor Says
More than 200,000 people attended the finish of the Giro d'Italia in Sofia, while more than 25,000 cyclists, including children, rode along Tsarigradsko Shose Boulevard during the day, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said as he welcomed the riders at the finish of the race's third and final Bulgarian st»»»
Iran responds to U.S. peace proposal, state media says - UPI.com
President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian said on social media Sunday that Iran's goal in peace talks is to uphold its rights and national interests. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI. | License Photo May 10 (UPI) -- Iran has communicated its response Sunday through a mediator to a pr»»»
Bangladesh declares 7-day public holiday for Eid al-Adha
Dhaka: The Bangladeshi government has declared a seven-day holiday for the upcoming Eid al-Adha, one of the two major celebrations in the country. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in the chair recently, an official told Xinhua on Sunday. The Cabinet Div»»»
Indian PM urges reduced fuel use amid Middle East war disruption
Bengaluru, India: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged the people of India to cut down on petrol and diesel consumption amid supply disruptions due to the Middle East war. India is one of few countries in the region that has not increased prices of petrol and diesel for domestic consumers o»»»
Egypt advances plans to secure petroleum supplies and boost clean energy to 45% by 2028
Egypt’s finance ministry has guaranteed the availability of necessary financial allocations to secure petroleum products and ensure the stability of the national electricity grid, Cabinet Spokesperson Mohamed El-Homosany said on Sunday. The confirmation of funding, aimed at meeting domestic and ind»»»
Maariv: Recently, Hezbollah has focused on striking military targets inside Lebanon and even inside “Israel,” aiming to hit Israeli soldiers and inflict heavy damage on the army’s advanced combat systems - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Maariv: Recently, Hezbollah has focused on striking military targets inside Lebanon and even inside “Israel,” aiming to hit Israeli soldier»»»
Maariv: They tried to suppress the news and prevent publication of the serious incident that occurred over the weekend, but Hezbollah’s footage exposed the matter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Maariv: They tried to suppress the news and prevent publication of the serious incident that occurred over the weekend, but Hezbollah’s foo»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted an IOF communications Hummer in the town of Tayr Harfa with an attack drone, achieving a direct hit: Military Media Statement 10 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted an IOF communications Hummer in the town of Tayr Harfa with an attack drone, achieving a direct hit: Military M»»»
GIZ organises workshop on sustainable municipal waste management systems
Germany’s GIZ Libya reported last Thursday (7 May) that a new phase of Municipal Waste Management Planning workshops has officially started (25 April and 14 May) for 15 municipalities at the Municipal Development and Decentralisation Support Centre (), in coordination and cooperation with the Tripo»»»
UAE hands over fugitive in KD433,000 money laundering case to Kuwait
Kuwaiti authorities have secured the return of an Indian fugitive convicted in a money laundering case involving more than KD433,000, linked to a criminal network trading in alcoholic beverages, the Ministry of Interior said. The Criminal Security Sector, in coordination with the International Crim»»»
Greek passenger of virus-stricken ship to be repatriated Sunday
A Greek citizen, passenger on the cruise ship MV Hondius where a deadly outbreak of Hantavirus has occurred, is expected in Athens later Sunday. The Greek citizen, who has not shown symptoms of the disease, will nonetheless be quarantined for 45 days in a specially prepared negative-pressure chambe»»»
Iran War ‘Not Over,’ Uranium Must Be Removed, Says Netanyahu
Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium must be "taken out" before the US-Israeli war against Iran can be considered over, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an interview Sunday. "It's not over, because there's still nuclear material -- enriched uranium -- that has to be taken out of Ir»»»
Israeli Attorney General Opposes Appointment of Next Mossad Chief
Israel's attorney general on Sunday opposed the appointment of the next head of the Mossad spy agency, due to take office in June, in a letter to the Supreme Court shared with the Israeli media. The court is due to hear multiple petitions against the appointment of Major General Roman Gofman in the»»»
Ashghal celebrates graduation of fourth cohort of training programme participants
Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) celebrated on Sunday the graduation of the fourth cohort of employees who successfully completed the Authority's accredited training programmes. A total of 161 engineers and staff members graduated after completing specialized training programmes su»»»
Jordanian border guards shoot down 2 drug drones
LONDON: The Jordanian border force and the Anti-Narcotics Department thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotics using two drones along its western front bordering Syria. On Sunday, forces shot down the drones within Jordanian territory and seized a large quantity of drugs, according to the Petra news»»»
Pakistan confirms receiving Iran’s response to US peace proposal
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday confirmed Islamabad has received Iran’s response to a United States (US) peace proposal to end hostilities between the two sides, saying Islamabad was working with “utmost sincerity” to help end the conflict. Iran’s response focused on end»»»
Registration opens for undergraduate programs for Fall 2026 semester: Qatar University
Doha: Qatar University (QU) announced the opening of online applications for undergraduate programs in the Fall 2026 semester. Applications are open for transfer students and second bachelor's degree students, in addition to new students, visiting students, and non-degree course students, the unive»»»
Russia's Lavrov Says Nazism Experiencing Revival in Europe
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - There is no doubt that Nazism is experiencing a revival in Europe, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Sunday. "There is no doubt that Nazism is reviving [in Europe], that its postulates are actively and ideologically being promoted in public opinion, and in practical »»»
ICRC President Condemns Strikes on Civilian Objects Amid US Threats to Iran
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger on Sunday said that she opposed strikes on civilian infrastructure facilities amid US threats against Iran. "Any deliberate threats against civilians – in rhetoric and in action – are indefensible, »»»
Israeli attorney general opposes appointment of next Mossad chief
JERUSALEM: Israel’s attorney general on Sunday opposed the appointment of the next head of the Mossad spy agency, due to take office in June, in a letter to the Supreme Court shared with the Israeli media. The court is due to hear multiple petitions against the appointment of Major General Roman Go»»»
Placing Alzheimer’s patients in specialised care centres essential in cases of complications, says geriatrics specialist
TUNIS, May 10, 2026 (TAP) - It is imperative, now more than ever, to consider placing patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease in specialised centres or nursing homes in cases of behavioural disorders and declining health conditions, to ensure...»»»
Five logistical areas for vegetables and fruits
MENA: Five new areas will be put up to investment in Upper Egypt, Delta and Canal cities in order to establish logistical areas for grains, vegetables and fruits, said Supply and Internal Trade Minister Khaled Hanafi. These logistical areas will provide grains, vegetables and fruits in large quanti»»»
IBM announces Major block chain solution to speed global payments
IBM has announced a new block chain banking solution that will help financial institutions address the processes of universal cross-border payments, designed to reduce the settlement time and lower the cost of completing global payments for businesses and consumers. At present, making international»»»
Romania backs African education with Bitdefender donation to Senghor University in Egypt
The Romanian government, through cybersecurity firm Bitdefender, has provided a financial contribution to fund computer equipment for Senghor University’s newly inaugurated campus in Borg El Arab, Egypt, the Embassy of Romania in Cairo announced on Sunday. The donation, facilitated by Romanian auth»»»
US seizes Venezuela’s enriched uranium amid standoff with Iran
The US has triumphantly announced that it has removed highly enriched uranium (HEU) from Venezuela in what the US Department of Energy (DOE) hailed as a victory for America and “the world.” In a statement on Friday, the DOE said it had completed the “removal of all remaining enriched uranium from a»»»
QRCS provides clean drinking water for IDPs in Gaza
Doha, Qatar: As part of its ongoing efforts to ease the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a project to distribute potable water to internally displaced people (IDPs) across the blockade. Implemented in cooperation with the Coastal Municipalities Wate»»»
Death toll in Gaza rises to 72,737 since October 2023
LONDON: The death toll resulting from Israeli aggression in the Gaza Strip since Oct. 7, 2023, has risen to 72,737, according to the WAFA News Agency. A total of 172,539 people have been injured in the conflict. Palestinian medical sources reported on Sunday that one person was killed and four othe»»»
Saudi Arabia finalises Hajj transport plans, urges pilgrims to follow schedules
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has finalised preparations to manage pilgrim movement and transport, including access to the Jamarat site and the holy sites metro and oversee transportation between the holy sites during the 2026 Hajj season. The ministry said the plans were developed in c»»»
4 dead, 10 hurt after jeepney crashes into tree in Philippines
Manila: Four people were killed and at least 10 others were injured after a passenger jeepney carrying 20 people slammed into a tree in Oriental Mindoro province, the Philippines, on Sunday morning, according to local authorities. Police said the accident happened at around 830 a.m. along a curved »»»
Trump Says US Would Need Two Weeks to Hit All Iran Targets
US President Donald Trump has said in an interview aired Sunday that it would only take two weeks to hit "every single target" in Iran, adding that the country was "militarily defeated." In the interview with independent journalist Sharyl Attkisson, which was recorded last week, he also called NATO»»»
Macron Arrives in Kenya Ahead of Africa Summit
President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday met with his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto in Nairobi as part of an African visit aimed at renewing France's engagement with the continent after years of strained ties with former colonies. Macron is to co-host a two-day summit starting on Monday, bringing toge»»»
Israel deports 2 activists detained from Global Sumud Flotilla - UPI.com
Thiago Avila, a member of the Global Sumud Flotilla, arrives to attend his trial for a remand extension at the Ashkelon Magistrate's Court in Ashkelon, Israel, on May 3. Avila and Saif Abukeshek were deported on Sunday after Israel’s foreign ministry said it concluded an investigation into the two.»»»
Hantavirus ship evacuees begin returning home
Granadilla de Abona: Occupants of a cruise ship struck by a deadly hantavirus outbreak that has sparked international alarm began arriving home from Spain's Canary Islands on Sunday in a complex repatriation operation. Three passengers from the MV Hondius -- a Dutch husband and wife and a German wo»»»
Trump says US would need two weeks to hit all Iran targets
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has said in an interview aired Sunday that it would only take two weeks to hit “every single target” in Iran, adding that the Islamic republic was “militarily defeated.” In the interview with independent journalist Sharyl Attkisson, which was recorded last week»»»
Lebanese Army Arrests Iraqi Man for Impersonating a Security Official
The Lebanese army said on Sunday that it had arrested an Iraqi national for impersonating an Iraqi security official in Lebanon, the second alleged high-level imposter caught in recent months. A military source told AFP that the man had managed to network with Lebanese security and intelligence off»»»
China, US to Hold Trade Talks in South Korea Next Week
Senior Chinese and US officials will hold talks in South Korea next week, Beijing's commerce ministry and Washington's Treasury secretary said Sunday, ahead of an expected summit between leaders Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. The Chinese commerce ministry said in a statement that Vice Premier He Life»»»
Syria Court Charges Former Security Official with Acts Amounting to ‘War Crimes’
Syria's judiciary brought charges on Sunday against former security official Atef Najib for acts "amounting to war crimes" in 2011 against peaceful protesters in Daraa province, the cradle of the country's uprising. Najib was the former head of political security in the south Syrian province and is»»»
Oman to establish USD 250 million electric vehicle, battery cell production project
Muscat: Oman's Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) signed an investment agreement on Sunday with the Republic of Korea electric vehicle technology company EL B&T to establish an electric vehicle and battery cell manufacturing plant in the Duqm Special Economic Zone, wi»»»