Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe At least 14 people martyred in Pakistan Mosque attack: Al-Manar correspondent in Islamabad 06-02-2026 12:40 PM Latest News Urgent News Al-M»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon says Israeli glider dropped stun grenade in the border town of Maroun Al-Ras 06-02-2026 12:39 PM La»»»

Hungary held the ceremonial first concrete pour for the fifth reactor block of the Paks II nuclear power plant, a milestone in the construction of Hungary’s largest greenfield investment, on February 5. At the ceremon»»»

Latvia and Estonia are calling on the European Union to examine the option of appointing a high-level envoy to reopen structured dialogue with Russia, as international efforts continue to search for a path towards ending the war in Ukraine. »»»

The United States is ending all contact with Polish parliament speaker Włodzimierz Czarzasty, US ambassador to Poland Thomas Rose said on February 5, sparking a political storm. The dispute follows Czarzasty’s declara»»»

Islamabad, Pakistan: A blast at a mosque in Pakistan's capital Islamabad on Friday killed 15 people and wounded at least 80, local authorities said. A senior police official told AFP, on condition of anonymity, that the "explosion occurred after Friday prayers in a Shiite mosque". A statement from »»»

Chinese app developers increased their advertising investments in Russia’s domestic app store RuStore nearly fivefold in 2025 to RUB400mn ($4.5mn), becoming the largest group of foreign advertisers on the platform, according to the RBC business portal citing a RuStore spokesperson. »»»

Hungary held the ceremonial first concrete pour for the fifth reactor block of the Paks II nuclear power plant, a milestone in the construction of Hungary’s largest greenfield investment, on February 5. At the ceremon»»»

Latvia and Estonia are calling on the European Union to examine the option of appointing a high-level envoy to reopen structured dialogue with Russia, as international efforts continue to search for a path towards ending the war in Ukraine. »»»

Tunis, Feb. 6, 2026 (TAP) — A practical training on leveraging generative artificial intelligence to boost exports and support business internationalization was held Thursday at the Tunisia Africa Business Council (TABC) headquarters.Led by an...»»»

US futures and Asian shares traded mostly lower on Friday, tracking Wall Street’s losses as technology stocks again dragged on markets. Bitcoin sank to roughly half its record price, giving back all it gained since US President Donald Trump won the White House for his second term. Tokyo’s Nikkei 22»»»

Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) has begun issuing permits early for the distribution of Iftar meals for fasting individuals, as part of preparations for Ramadan 1447 AH. Ramadan Prayer Time TableThe move comes within the department’s efforts to regulate and supp»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe French member of the Mechanism General Valentin Seiler and teh accompanying delegation tour Arqoub region in south Lebanon after visiting t»»»

Romania’s agricultural landscape is undergoing a dynamic transformation, fuelled by innovation and resilience. At the heart of this progress stands Bayer’s dedicated team, whose focus is on forging new paths to ensure food security and sustainability. Drawing on a wealth of international experience»»»

Dr. Teodor Holhoș, the founder of Romania’s largest eye care services network, is entering 2026 with an ambitious international outlook. After a year marked by the development of the group’s first hospital, he is now focused on expanding the network’s client base by attracting Romanians working abr»»»

The Israeli occupation forces (IOF) launched a series of arrests and raids across various areas of the West Bank, primarily targeting the governorates of Qalqilya, Nablus, al-Khalil, and Jenin. As part of the military incursions, the IOF stormed the town of Imatin, east of Qalqilya, arresting six P»»»

Lebanon's army must be given the means to disarm Hezbollah, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot told AFP ahead of his expected arrival in Beirut on Friday. "France's vision for Lebanon is that of a strong, sovereign state holding a monopoly on arms," he said. "The first step to fulfil this mis»»»

Tunis, Feb. 6, 2026 (TAP) — Tunisia’s Ambassador to Ankara, Ahmed Ben Sghaier, and Aysun Bay, President of the Turkish Health Tourism Confederation (SATKOF), agreed on Thursday to organize a series of activities throughout 2026 aimed at...»»»

At least 11 people were killed and over 80 others injured after an explosion struck a mosque in Islamabad during Friday prayers, police and local administration officials said, according to Dawn. The blast occurred in the Tarlai area of the federal capital, where police and Rescue 1122 teams rushed»»»

A primary outbreak of sheep and goat pox has been detected in the southern village of Razhevo Konare, Kaloyanovo Municipality, the Bulgarian Food Safety Agency (BFSA) said on its website on Friday. The disease was detected in a livestock facility with 203 sheep, after nearly three months without ep»»»

Jörg JelinnekOnce wary of free trade, India is now recasting itself as a global trade player. Spurred by external uncertainties, this strategic shift may help lift India into the ranks of the world’s top three economies by 2030. https://p.dw.com/p/58AcNAdvertisement India is shifting from its long‑»»»

Arabic fragrances for men are classic scents that carry tradition and signature notes. Whether you're looking for an Arabic cologne for daily wear, for special occasions, or for Ramadan and Eid gatherings, Arabic fragrances are an exceptional choice for men. Known for their rich oud, warm amber, an»»»

Dubai Police have renewed their warning against driving against the flow of traffic after a scooter rider was critically injured in a collision in the Naif area. The accident occurred on an internal road when the rider was travelling against traffic, colliding head-on with an oncoming vehicle. The »»»

Dubai: The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) has partnered with Microsoft to develop AI agents that will help university students personalise their learning experiences, find jobs by navigating career pathways. The collaboration will see the two entities leverage Mic»»»

In dental distribution, growth is often pursued through portfolio expansion. GURSK chose a different path: depth over breadth, relationship over short-term rotation, and long-term predictability over rapid optimisation. That choice, made more than fifteen years ago in a small office in Brașov, cont»»»

GURSK’s approach to dentistry is grounded in responsibility, ethical choices, and long-term clinical validation, rather than rapid expansion. Here is how several members of the team see the company. By Anda Sebesi Dr. Valentin Radian, Commercial Director: “From a commercial perspective, dentistry i»»»

Dubai: Sharjah Airport Authority and Indian budget carrier SpiceJet, on Friday, announced the launch of a new flight between Ahmedabad and Sharjah. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.Sharjah Airport shared on X that SpiceJet’s inaugural flight connecting the emirate with »»»

The Vazrazhdane parliamentary group submitted to the National Assembly a bill proposing amendments to the Pre-school and School Education Act to introduce a Virtues and Religion school subject from the start of the 2026/2027 school year, the party’s press centre said on Friday. The author of the pr»»»

The National Customs Agency seized 4,810.4 kg of illegal refrigerants during the international operation DEMETER XI of the World Customs Organization (WCO), the Agency’s press centre reported on Friday. DEMETER XI is the WCO’s largest environmental protection operation, targeting illegal trade and »»»

Cuba’s President Miguel Diaz-Canel said Thursday the island is prepared to hold dialogue with the United States, but only on equal terms and without pressure, following months of threats from President Donald Trump to cut off oil supplies and force a “deal” as the country struggles with severe fuel»»»

Dubai Police have warned motorists of traffic delays on Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street, heading towards Expo City, on Friday. Drivers are advised to plan their journeys carefully and allow extra travel time. Authorities urged motorists to slow down, follow traffic instructions, maintain s»»»

The energy sector in Romania is undergoing many changes, the main one being the transition to cleaner, carbon emission-free energy. One segment that has taken off in recent years is that of prosumers, i.e., people who install photovoltaic panels for their own consumption, but also feed unused energ»»»

Iran and the United States started high-stakes negotiations on Friday to try to overcome sharp differences over Tehran's nuclear program, with Oman shuttling between the sides, but a dispute over widening the agenda risks derailing diplomacy and triggering another Middle East conflict. While both s»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia has incorporated the construction of a nuclear power plant into its lunar exploration program, Russian Academy of Sciences President (RAS) Gennady Krasnikov told Sputnik. "This, of course, pertains to nuclear energy. The fact is that, unlike Mars for example, the Moon face»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday ahead of talks with the United States in Oman that a durable agreement requires mutual respect and shared interests. "Iran enters diplomacy with open eyes and a steady memory of the past year. We engage in good faith and stan»»»

Dubai: Dubai International Airport retained its position as the world’s busiest airport in February, after airlines scheduled nearly 4.9 million seats on international flights during the month, according to new data released by OAG, the global aviation analytics firm. Sign up for our daily business»»»

It's not every week you get whisked away to Europe to visit a palace with an inspirational UAE leader. I was honoured to be invited to visit Portugal with His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. In the splendid surroundings of Lisbon's Pres»»»

Dzheyhan Ibryamov from the Alliance for Rights and Freedoms has urged President Iliana Iotova to veto amendments to the Election Code, which allow up to 20 polling stations outside Bulgarian diplomatic and consular missions in countries that are not members of the European Union. “The President sho»»»

Tiny Lebanon sits on one of the largest gold reserves in the Middle East and its government is weighing whether it can use that stockpile to restore a crippled economy while its citizens are looking at gold as a way to protect their battered assets. Lebanon’s economy hobbled into 2026 with ongoing »»»

Cairo and Ankara are moving to deepen military and defense cooperation, a key focus of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to Egypt on Wednesday. Analysts told Asharq Al-Awsat that the growing partnership aims to restore Egyptian-Turkish influence by reshaping regional power balances, pa»»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - China urges the United States to resume dialogue with Russia on strategic stability and discuss further steps after the New START (New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty) expires, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Friday. US President Donald Trump said on Thursday»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Denmark, by dragging NATO into the Arctic, is pushing confrontational approaches that lead to a weakening of security and increased military tensions in the region, Russian Ambassador to Copenhagen Vladimir Barbin told Sputnik. "By dragging NATO into the Arctic, including Greenla»»»

Dubai: Filipino indie folk band Ben&Ben is returning to Dubai for another performance at Global Village. The nine-member group has built a devoted global following through emotional lyrics, gentle melodies and deeply personal storytelling. Ahead of their show, the band spoke with Gulf News about th»»»

Calls grew on Thursday for Portugal’s presidential run‑off on 8 February to be postponed after Storm Leonardo triggered deadly floods, evacuations and severe disruption in parts of the country, but electoral authorities insisted the second‑round vote will go ahead as scheduled despite concerns abou»»»

Looking back on the first year of his second term, President Donald Trump boasts that he has resurrected the American economy by imposing big import taxes on foreign products. He made his case in a recent opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal, chiding the paper and critics, including mainstream »»»

DOHA: Dukhan Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DriveWealth, a global financial technology company providing Brokerage-as-a-Service through cloud-based APIs, on the sidelines of Web Summit Qatar 2026. The MoU establishes a structured framework for both parties to assess potent»»»

Kuwait: Qatari Diar has won the Gulf Engineering Union Award for Excellence and Innovation in the Projects category for its Lusail Integrated Cognitive Platform project. The award was presented at a ceremony organised by the Union in Kuwait, recognising the project’s excellence in developing an int»»»

CAIRO: Qatar participated in the meetings of the 117th Ordinary Session of the Arab Economic and Social Council at the ministerial level, held at the headquarters of the Arab League in Cairo. Deputy Undersecretary for Economic Affairs at the Ministry of Finance Dr. Saud bin Abdullah Al Attiyah led »»»

A senior Russian military intelligence general has been injured after being targeted by a gunman in a suspected assassination attempt in Moscow on Friday, the Investigative Committee has said. Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseev, first deputy chief of Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU), »»»

As anticipation grows over the resumption of US–Iran negotiations in Oman, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened an emergency meeting of Israel’s security cabinet on Thursday to assess scenarios in the event the talks fail and to consider the possibility of renewed military escalation.»»»