A delegation from Turkish Industrialists and Businessmen Association (USIAD) visits the General Union of Chambers
The General Union of Chambers received a delegation today from the Turkish Industrialists and Businessmen Association (USIAD), headed by Mr. Nivan Kilic, at its headquarters in Tripoli. The delegation was welcomed by Dr. Samir Al-Tarmal, Director General of the Union, in the presence of an advisor »»»
NESDB DG Al-Futaisi to Libya Herald: Implementation is the true test of National Strategies
In an exclusive statement to , Mahmoud Al-Futaisi, Director General of the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB), said today that implementation is the true test of national strategies. The statement came after the delivery of the approved strategies to the Prime Minister which rep»»»
Pentagon changes religions list again after backlash - UPI.com
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivers remarks in the Amphitheater on Memorial Day at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. The Pentagon on Monday released a revised list of religious affiliations for service members after an earlier list draw ire from Mormons. Photo by Kyle Mazza /UPI | L»»»
Qatar Chamber explores stronger trade, investment ties with Uzbekistan
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Chamber Board Member Abdulrahman bin Abduljalil Al Abdulghani recently held a meeting with Ashraf Khodjaev, ambassador of Uzbekistan to Qatar, to discuss strengthening bilateral economic and commercial ties. The meeting was also attended by Qatar Chamber Board Member»»»
Arab stars carrying hopes of their nations
The Arab teams participating at the 2026 FIFA World Cup are relying on distinguished names, as these stars look forward to make a mark at football’s global showpiece. The eight Arab teams have raised their level of readiness, turning their attention to the biggest tournament in football. The upcomi»»»
QF’s Awsaj Academy marks graduation of 360 studentsfrom Prime Programme
Tribune News Network Doha Awsaj Academy, part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education, celebrated the graduation of 360 students from its Prime Programme Class of 2026 during a ceremony held at the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC), attended by graduates, their families and members of »»»
UDST hosts annual film festival to promote inclusion on Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Tribune News Network Doha University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) marked Global Accessibility Awareness Day through its annual film festival, highlighting the importance of inclusive education and ensuring equal access for all in the presence of students, faculty members and members of»»»
QF and DAAM sign pact to support Rasekh initiative
Tribune News Network Doha The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) will provide Qatar Foundation’s Rasekh initiative with financial support, reinforcing its efforts to establish high-quality international education that is connected to the Arabic language, rooted in identity and values, and op»»»
MoI Correctional Institutions Department celebrates firstinmate diploma graduates
QNA Doha The Penal and Correctional Institutions Department at the Ministry of Interior (MoI) celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of inmates from correctional and rehabilitation institutions who completed their studies and obtained a Diploma in Business Administration from the Community C»»»
Stalled US-Iran talks threaten Hormuz lifeline as global supplies tighten, oil shock reshaping global trade
Despite US President Donald Trump's declarations that a deal with Iran is close at hand, uncertainty continues as efforts to revive diplomatic negotiations between the US and Iran appear increasingly deadlocked. This continues to raise the prospect of a prolonged confrontation, a situation which an»»»
Syrian, U.S. Energy Ministers discuss investment and energy cooperation
Washington, June.8 (SANA) Syrian Energy Minister Mohammad al-Bashir held talks with U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright in Washington, during which the two sides discussed ways to expand bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, available investment opportunities in Syria, and prospects for inc»»»
Southern Development & Reconstruction Agency and Privatisation & Investment Board Chairmen discuss economic development in South
Deputy Prime Minister of the Tripoli based Libyan government and Chairman of the Southern Development and Reconstruction Agency, Salem Al-Zadma, held a bilateral meeting today with the Chairman of the Privatisation and Investment Board (PIB) Affairs, Abdulaziz Al-Shawesh, to discuss mechanisms for »»»
PM discusses de-escalation efforts with Saudi, Iran FMs
QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani on Monday held separate telephone conversations with Saudi and Iranian foreign ministers as Qatar continued its diplomatic efforts to support regional de-escalation and mediation initiativ»»»
Ministry of Public Health launches heat stress awareness campaign
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) has launched a comprehensive heat stress awareness campaign as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce work-related injuries caused by high temperatures and prevent occupational illnesses and injuries associated with workplace conditions.»»»
ICBF organises blood platelets donation camp at HMC
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Community Benevolent Forum, in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation, organised a Blood Platelet Donation Camp at the Qatar National Blood Donation Center, reaffirming its commitment to community service and healthcare support in Qatar. The initiative aim»»»
ICC marks World Environment Day with awareness drive
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre, in association with its Youth Wing, celebrated World Environment Day on June 5 with a series of educational and community-focused activities aimed at promoting environmental awareness, sustainability and responsible living. Held at ICC Ashoka Ha»»»
Rocka Power Gym celebrates World Environment Day
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar’s Rocka Power Gym joined the global observance of World Environment Day with a special awareness programme held as part of its 12th anniversary celebrations. The event highlighted the importance of environmental protection and sustainable living, reinforcing the gym’»»»
TGS celebrates Telangana Formation Day
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), in association with Telangana Gulf Samithi (TGS) Qatar, celebrated Telangana State Formation Day at ICC Ashoka Hall, Doha, showcasing Telangana’s rich culture, traditions, music, and dance before a large gathering of the Indian community. »»»
Qatar Charity provides dialysismachines to Somalia hospital
Tribune News Network Doha Supported by benevolent donors, Qatar Charity (QC) has delivered kidney dialysis machines to a major hospital in the Somali capital, Mogadishu, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services and ease the suffering of patients in need. The initiative comes at»»»
Qatar Tec marks environment day with green pledge
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Tec, a leading manpower company in Doha, observed World Environment Day with an awareness programme and pledge ceremony, reaffirming its commitment to environmental protection and sustainable living. The event was attended by Dr Sheela Philip, Managing Director of Do»»»
Souq Waqif to host Hamba Indian Mango Expo from June 18
Tribune News Network Doha Organised by the Celebrations Committee of the Private Engineering Office, in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of India in the State of Qatar, the Third Hamba Indian Mango Exhibition will officially open on Thursday, June 18, at the Eastern Square of Souq Waqif»»»
Visit Qatar CEO signs strategic MoUs with Fliggy, Huawei during China visit
Tribune News Network Doha As part of strategic efforts to attract more visitors from the Chinese market, CEO of Visit Qatar Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al Mawlawi led an official delegation to China, signing two strategic memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with industry leaders Fliggy and Huawei to elevate t»»»
QNL opens applications for third Research Fellowship Programme
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library has opened applications for the third cohort of its Research Fellowship Programme, building on the achievements of its first two cycles. The programme, which has attracted significant academic interest since inception, offers researchers the opportun»»»
Arab world’s flagship innovation platform returns with a renewed format
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP), a member of Qatar Foundation (QF), has opened applications for Season 18 of Stars of Science – QF’s flagship innovation platform dedicated to supporting the next generation of Arab innovators and entrepreneurs. Applications are offic»»»
JUSTICE MINISTER MEETS GEORGIAN ENVOY
Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali bin Issa Al Hassan Al Mohannadi met with Ambassador of Georgia to Qatar HE Varlam Avaliani. The discussions centred on ways to deepen legal and judicial cooperation between the two countries. (QNA)»»»
Qatar places AI at heart of its digital transformation plan
QNA Doha Artificial intelligence has become a key pillar of global competitiveness and Qatar has placed AI at the heart of its digital transformation agenda in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Digital Agenda 2030, Assistant Undersecretary for Digital Industry Affairs at the Ministry»»»
MoECC launches Summer Environmental Club
QNA Doha The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) is preparing to launch the third edition of its Summer Environmental Club programme, themed “Guardians of the Environment,” running from June 21 to July 2. This initiative is part of the Ministry’s efforts to instil a culture of sustai»»»
Awqaf launches ‘Minbar’ app to expand impact of Friday sermons
QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs, represented by the Department of Mosques, has launched the smart digital application “Minbar,” as part of its efforts to enhance the role of mosques and extend the reach of the Friday sermon through modern technology, in line with its»»»
Strongest earthquake in nearly 150 years hits off Cuba, shakes Mexico, Florida
HAVANA/CANCUN: A historically strong earthquake struck off Cuba’s northwest coast on Monday, according to official reports, shaking parts of Cuba, Mexico and Florida that are typically not prone to quakes. The US Geological Survey (USGS) measured the quake at a magnitude 6.1 at a shallow depth of »»»
Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche to be attorney general
US President Donald Trump on Monday formally nominated Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general, moving to install his former personal lawyer as the top US law enforcement official. Trump submitted Blanche’s name to the US Senate, the White House said, days after committing to nominating Blanche, »»»
At least 11 dead after migrant boat capsizes off Malta
ROME: At least 11 people have died after a migrant boat capsized in waters off Malta, charity group Sea-Watch said on Monday, while around 50 more were rescued at sea by a fishing vessel in the area. On Sunday, the Italian coast guard said the vessel had departed from Libya carrying around 60 peop»»»
Somali referee for World Cup is denied entry into the United States
Somali referee Omar Artan has been denied entry into the United States after getting selected to officiate in the World Cup. US Customs and Border Protection confirmed Monday that a Somali national who was planning to referee in the World Cup had been denied entry after arriving to Miami Internatio»»»
Three Polisario members killed in Western Sahara
ALGIERS: Three members of Western Saharan independence group the Polisario Front, including the son of the organization’s longtime leader Mohamed Abdelaziz, were killed while staging an attack on a Moroccan defense wall, the group announced. Lehbib Mohamed Abdelaziz, a member of the Polisario’s sec»»»
NOC meets Schlumberger (SLB) to discuss enhancing cooperation in training, technology transfer, and developing Libyan expertise
The Chairman of the National Oil Corporation (NOC), Masoud Suleiman, met with a delegation from Schlumberger (SLB) in his Tripoli headquarters today to discuss ways to enhance cooperation in training, technology transfer, and developing Libyan expertise in the oil and gas sector. The meeting addres»»»
Netanyahu gambles close Trump ties with Iran strikes
JERUSALEM: Israel’s latest strikes on Iran have not only ignited fears of a full-fledged resurgence of war — they run the risk of damaging the close ties between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump. Despite Trump’s seeming aversion to the prospect of the war reigniting, »»»
Congo says Ebola deaths top 100 as armed groups threaten response
DAKAR: Democratic Republic of Congo on Monday said confirmed Ebola deaths had climbed to 101 and that the presence of armed groups was continuing to hinder the response in the hardest-hit province. The outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola was announced on May 15, though officials have since »»»
Misrata Free Zone Port receives ‘‘KAI XUAN 9’’ vessel as part of transit trade operations to Africa
Misrata Free Zone (MFZ) Port received last Friday (5 June) the vessel “KAI XUAN 9” arriving from China as part of transit trade operations to Africa. The ship was carrying general cargo including iron coils, plywood, vehicles, and equipment, with a total cargo weight exceeding 9,700 tons. MFZ said »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 19:30, a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the Ishraq area of Ainatha town with a rocket barrage: statement 16 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Jailed crypto tycoon Sam Bankman-Fried applies for pardon - UPI.com
1 of 2 | Former FTX chief executive Sam Bankman-Fried arrives in January 2023 at the Manhattan Federal Court in New York City. Bankman-Fried has applied for a pardon from President Donald Trump. Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo June 8 (UPI) -- Sam Bankman-Fried, a one-time billionaire an»»»
Third Indian Mango Exhibition to commence at Souq Waqif on June 18
Doha The 3rd Indian Mango Exhibition (Hamba Exhibition), will take place at Souq Waqif's Eastern Square starting June 18, and will run for 10 days. Organised by the Private Engineering Office and the Embassy of India in Qatar, the event will see the participation of 35 companies. The exhibition est»»»
MoI celebrates first inmate diploma graduates
Doha The Penal and Correctional Institutions Department at the Ministry of Interior (MoI) celebrated the graduation of the first cohort of inmates from correctional and rehabilitation institutions who completed their studies and obtained a Diploma in Business Administration from the Community Colle»»»
Apple unveils an upgraded Siri voice assistant with new AI features at its annual conference
CUPERTINO, California: Apple on Monday unveiled new artificial intelligence advances including upgrades to its Siri assistant, emphasizing a focus on privacy and day-to-day use as the iPhone maker tries to catch up to rivals when it comes to AI. Siri AI, which was introduced at the start of Apple’s»»»
King Salman orders appointment or promotion of 212 judges
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman issued a royal order on Monday in which he appointed or promoted 212 judges at various levels within the Ministry of Justice. Walid Al-Samaani, acting president of the Kingdom’s Supreme Judicial Council and the minister of justice, said the aim of the appointments»»»
Leftist Roberto Sanchez takes lead in Peru's razor-thin presidential runoff
Leftist canditate Roberto Sanchez pulled into the lead in Peru's presidential runoff on Monday, overtaking conservative Keiko Fujimori by a razor-thin margin. Fewer than 4,300 votes separate Sanchez from Fujimori, who has already tried and failed to reach the presidency three times. Leftist Ro»»»
Blow to EU defence cooperation as France, Germany abandon joint fighter jet programme
France and Germany on Monday announced they were abandoning a joint fighter jet programme due to disagreements between France's Dassault Aviation and Airbus, which represents Germany and Spain. The decision came as a blow to European efforts to boost defence cooperatio»»»
How decades of instability, dependence on Iranian gas hollowed out Iraq’s power sector
LONDON: As summer temperatures inch above 45 C and the hum of backup generators fills the air, Iraq finds itself sliding toward its worst electricity crisis in years. Decades of mismanagement had already left the country’s power sector vulnerable. Now, the US-Israeli war with Iran has turned that c»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 18:30, an “Israeli” enemy army military bulldozer in the southeastern outskirts of Yohmor Al-Shaqif town with a guided missile, achieving a confirmed hit: statement 13 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 18:15, a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the southeastern outskirts of Yohmor Al-Shaqif town with artillery shells: statement 14 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 18:30, a gathering of “Israeli” enemy army vehicles and soldiers in the southeastern outskirts of Yohmor Al-Shaqif town with a rocket barrage: statement 15 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Recovery of stolen funds: Tunisia calls for greater international cooperation
Tunis, June 8 (TAP) - The recovery of assets that have been misappropriated and unlawfully transferred abroad cannot rely solely on the efforts of the requesting State, it also depends on the willingness of the countries holding these assets to...»»»