PM Péter Magyar announces 'purge operation' to dismantle 'Orbán mafia'
Prime Minister Péter Magyar announced the launch of a far-reaching “purge operation” in Parliament on Monday, declaring a mission to “free Hungary” from what called a “mafia” that operated under the government of Viktor Orbán. “Not odinary criminals” “We will free Hungarians from the political and »»»
Syrian officials discuss demining efforts in Geneva with European partners
LONDON: Syrian officials met with their European counterparts to discuss mine clearance efforts, which continue to impact communities in Syria following the end of the civil war in December 2024. Raed Al-Saleh, the minister of emergency and disaster management, chaired a three-day conference in Gen»»»
Vitosha Nature Park's Future Development Cannot Be Discussed or Decided Without Sofia Municipality, Mayor Terziev Says
The future development of Vitosha Nature Park cannot be discussed or decided without the participation of Sofia Municipality, Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said in connection with Monday's meeting on the future of the mountain held at the Regional Development and Public Works Ministry, the municipalit»»»
Syrian Foreign Minister receives phone call from Lebanese Prime Minister
Damascus, June 22 (SANA) Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani, received a phone call on Monday from the Prime Minister of Lebanon, Nawaf Salam, to discuss regional security. During the call, both sides reviewed the latest regional developments, focusing prima»»»
Israel Reserves Full Freedom of Action in Southern Lebanon – Prime Minister
TEL AVIV (Sputnik) - The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) maintain full freedom of action in southern Lebanon to prevent threats and will remain in the security zone for as long as it takes, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday. "My directive, and that of the Minister of Defense, to »»»
TUNINDEX gains 0.6% on Monday
TUNIS, June 22, 2026 (TAP) - The stock market started the week on a positive note. The benchmark index rose 0.6% to 18,738.52 points, on sustained trading volume amounting to TND 14.9 million, according to stockbroker Tunisie Valeurs.No block...»»»
Inside the 11th Emirati Media Forum: Why Over 100 Local Creators Were Honoured
Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, honoured more than 100 national media organisations, Emirati media leaders, professionals and content creators in recognition of their role in strengthening public awareness and tr»»»
Rain is back: UAE forecast points to four days of shower chances
Dubai: Rain-bearing clouds are expected to develop across parts of the UAE from Tuesday through Friday as the country enters the seasonal period known locally as the "Rawayeh", bringing increased chances of convective cloud formation, scattered showers and a slight drop in temperatures later in the»»»
SABIS expands internationally accredited school network across UAE, Gulf
With an established presence in 21 countries across five continents, SABIS stands as a leading provider of high-quality, internationally recognized education. Across the UAE and the wider Gulf, this global network translates into a consistent, results-driven approach that equips students with the k»»»
Vucic speaks with Iran's Pezeshkian by phone
BELGRADE - In a telephone call with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said Serbia welcomed the cessation of armed conflicts and courageous political decisions leading to a calming of tensions, dialogue and lasting peace, as well as to continued discus»»»
Iran Says ‘Commitment for Commitment’ is Guiding Principle of Talks with US
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei says the guiding principle in talks between Iran and the United States is “commitment for commitment,” emphasizing that Tehran will closely monitor the other side’s implementation of its commitments and will employ all available means to ensure that thos»»»
Qatar Rail announces temporary suspension of Lusail Tram services starting June 26
Qatar Railways Company (Qatar Rail) announced a temporary suspension of Lusail Tram services from June 26 until July 5, 2026, to facilitate improvement works across the network. In a statement issued on Sunday, the company said the temporary suspension is being implemented in coordination with the »»»
Pakistani Embassy expresses sorrow, offers condolences over Ras Laffan Industrial City incident
Doha, Qatar: The Embassy of Pakistan in Doha has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire incident at the Barzan gas facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City, which resulted in the loss of precious lives and injuries. The embassy extended its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and praye»»»
Spanish Embassy expresses condolences, solidarity with Qatar over Ras Laffan factory explosion
Doha, Qatar: The Spanish Embassy in Qatar has conveyed its condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, following the operational incident which caused the explosion and fire at Barzan local gas supply facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City on the evening hours of Sunday, June 21, 202»»»
South Lebanon building damage estimated at $1.38 bn: survey
BEIRUT: Direct damage to buildings in south Lebanon in the latest war between Israel and Hezbollah is estimated at around $1.38 billion, a UN agency and Lebanese research center said on Monday. “In total, 11,095 buildings were completely destroyed, impacting 17,891 housing units, while 2,242 buildi»»»
Egypt expresses solidarity with Qatar following Ras Laffan factory explosion
Cairo: The Arab Republic of Egypt affirmed Monday its full solidarity with the State of Qatar, following the incident that occurred at a factory in the Ras Laffan Industrial City, and the resulting injuries. In a statement, Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed that Egypt stands with the Sta»»»
The man who knew, but didn't say: Alan Greenspan (1926-2026)
BusinessUnited States of AmericaThe man who knew, but didn't say: Alan Greenspan (1926-2026)Insa WredeAlan Greenspan’s reputation as head of the US Federal Reserve was legendary — not least because of his reputation for convoluted statements. However, the 2008/9 financial crisis took a toll on his »»»
Pakistan at the Center of US-Iran Peace Talks in Switzerland
The first round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland is now complete. The takeaways: a joint statement, a coordinated roadmap, and a clear division of roles. Pakistan served as the lead mediator, with Qatar in a supporting capacity. Meanwhile, the R-4 nations met in Cairo to consolidate regional backing»»»
Lebanon ceasefire largely holds but fears persist it may collapse – Ya Libnan
Share: Displaced people react, as they make their way back to their home in southern Lebanon following an interim deal between the U.S. and Iran, in Qasmiyeh, Tyre district, Lebanon, June 21, 2026. REUTERS/Zohra Bensemra A ceasefire largely held in Lebanon on Monday as the country experienced the l»»»
President Petro accuses Israel of hacking after pro-US rival wins Colombian election
Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro has accused Israel of hacking the presidential election, claiming that changes to election servers allowed outsiders to manipulate voting data. He made the remarks after right-wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella won the presidential election on Sunday »»»
LA school Superintendent Alberto Carvalho resigns amid FBI probe - UPI.com
LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho interacts with students in a classroom at Marlton School in Los Angeles on August 15, 2022. Carvalho submitted his resignation to the LAUSD school board on Sunday. File Photo by Etienne Laurent/EPA-EFE June 22 (UPI) -- The superintendent of the Los Angeles Unif»»»
Ukrainian Businessman Oleg Nevzorov Questioned by Police in Varna, Not Detained
Ukrainian businessman Oleg Nevzorov appeared for questioning by police in Varna and has not been detained, said the Director of the Varna Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Interior, Tsvetan Pirovski, at a briefing in the Bulgarian seaside city on Monday. Pirovski added that procedural and inv»»»
Bulgaria and UNICEF Reaffirm Partnership to Advance Child Welfare and Reduce Poverty
Labour and Social Policy Minister Nataliya Efremova and UNICEF Representative in Bulgaria Christina de Bruin discussed the continuation of partnership between Bulgaria and UNICEF in developing policies to support children and families. Both praised the cooperation to date and highlighted Bulgaria’s»»»
No leak detected after Ras Laffan incident: MoI
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Interior clarifies that the incident that occurred at a factory in Ras Laffan Industrial City, due to a technical malfunction during operations, resulted in the death of 13 people and 66 injuries, among people of different nationalities. MoI added that immediately after»»»
Qatar gas plant blast kills 13, injures dozens, says energy minister
DOHA: A huge blast at a Qatar gas hub killed 13 people and injured 66 others, the Gulf state’s energy minister said on Monday, one of the deadliest accidents at a Gulf energy facility. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident, which Saad Al-Kaabi said was “an accident and not sabotag»»»
Longtime Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan dies at 100 - UPI.com
1 of 5 | TV Journalist Andrea Mitchell and her husband Alan Greenspan pose arrive on the red carpet as they arrive at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts for a gala evening for the 2011 Honorees, in Washington. Greenspan died Monday at age 100. File Photo by Mike Theiler/UPI | License Photo »»»
Oman joins the Gulf race for global investors with easier residency rules.
Dubai: Oman has introduced sweeping changes to its residency framework for foreign property owners and investors, allowing eligible applicants to obtain visas and residence permits without the need for a local sponsor, in a move aimed at strengthening the sultanate's appeal as a destination for lon»»»
QatarEnergy confirms 13 dead, 66 injured in Ras Laffan Industrial City incident
Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy held a press conference today, June 22, 2026, in Doha following the operational incident which caused the explosion and fire at the Barzan local gas supply facility in Ras Laffan Industrial City on the evening hours of Sunday, June 21, 2026. Speaking at a press conference i»»»
South Sudan announces date for long-delayed national polls
JUBA: South Sudan will hold elections on December 22, its electoral commission promised Monday, after years of repeated delays and despite an increasingly dire security situation. International observers have warned of a return to full-blown conflict as government forces under President Salva Kiir »»»
Vance says US-Iran talks lay ‘good foundation’ for final peace deal
* High-level talks ended early on Monday* Technical meetings to continue this week* Oil prices resume drop after progress on talks reported* Violence in Lebanon has abated since late on SaturdayBUERGENSTOCK, Switzerland, June 22 : US Vice President JD Vance said on Monday talks with Iranian officia»»»