Iran proposes deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz in 7 days if US meets conditions
Iran offers seven-day plan to ease Hormuz crisis if Washington meets demands Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume talks on its nuclear programme within seven days if the United States lifts its naval blockade of Iranian ports, waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales and observes»»»
Gulf News LevelUP gets under way today with 20+ universities and career service providers
Two-day event focuses on knowledge and skills for the next career move Gulf News LevelUP opens today, bringing universities, professional education providers and industry experts together with graduates and working professionals for two days focused on advanced education, specialist skills and care»»»
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey reaffirm joint defence pact under Mecca agreement
Military chiefs condemn attacks on Mecca, pledge stronger collective defence The defence chiefs of Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey met in Riyadh on Friday, reaffirming their commitment to collective defence and the immediate implementation of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, according to the Sa»»»
Drivers warned: 80km/h limits activated across Abu Dhabi during fog
Police activated 80km/h limits on major roads after fog sharply reduced visibility Abu Dhabi: Fog spread across parts of the UAE early on Saturday, reducing visibility and prompting Abu Dhabi Police to cut speed limits to 80km/h on a series of major roads across the emirate. The National Centre of »»»
‘Strangers became like family’: Dubai community raises Dh405,000 in less than a week for 2-year-old battling leukaemia
Dubai community rallies online to fund life-saving transplant for toddler Ayaan Dubai: On September 10, Abbie Kadom posted a message on the Hope Amel Instagram page about a two-year-old boy named Ayaan and his urgent need for a bone marrow transplant. Within three days, Dh390,000 had been pledged. »»»
Saudi Arabia intercepts Houthi drones headed for Riyadh, missile near Khamis Mushait
Houthi official calls attacks a rehearsal as Saudi defences foil strikes Saudi air defences intercepted and destroyed two drones launched by Yemen’s Houthi movement towards the Riyadh area, the Saudi-led coalition said on Saturday. Major General Turki Al Malki, spokesman for the Coalition to Suppor»»»
Hot days, humid nights: What to expect across the UAE this week
Fair to partly cloudy skies continue, with eastern clouds developing from Monday afternoon Abu Dhabi: Temperatures could reach 46°C in parts of the UAE on Saturday, with humid conditions expected to bring a chance of fog or mist overnight and into Sunday morning, according to the National Centre of»»»
‘We just want our families to be happy’: Filipinos in Dubai face losses as balikbayan boxes remain undelivered
Undelivered balikbayan boxes leave families in limbo and savings at risk Dubai: For overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), a balikbayan box is more than a package. It is often a collection of carefully chosen gifts, household essentials, and items bought with months of hard-earned savings for families b»»»
Displaced Lebanese protest Israeli attacks and destruction in southern Lebanon
Crowds of displaced Lebanese from the country’s south have gathered outside the United Nations offices in Beirut to protest Israeli attacks that have led to the destruction of homes, towns, and villages. The protest on Thursday came amid a major escalation in Lebanon that began in early March, afte»»»
Merz pension reforms hit resistance after German election defeats
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s humiliating run of regional election defeats has reignited a bitter fight over his unpopular pension reform, with his Social Democratic coalition partners pushing back against plans that could make Germans work longer, national media have reported.Merz’s Christian»»»
India’s forex reserves drop by $14.88 billion
New Delhi: India’s foreign exchange reserves fell by $14.881 billion to stand at $765.901 billion, according to the latest figures released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). This was the second consecutive week when the country's forex reserves had declined. The previous week, they fell by 4.92 b»»»
Mecca Defense Agreement military chiefs meet in Riyadh to advance collective defense
Riyadh, Sept. 25 (SANA) Chiefs of army staff from the signatory states of the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement—Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan—convened in Riyadh on Friday to operationalize joint military coordination, enhance defense integration, and reinforce mutual deterrence. According to a Sa»»»
QMC secures six awards at 26th Arab Radio and Television Festival
DOHA: Qatar Media Corporation (QMC) has won six silver awards at the 26th Arab Radio and Television Festival in Tunisia, recognizing a range of its television and radio productions. A QMC statement said that Qatar TV received four awards, including two in the festival's program exchange categories.»»»
Tête à tête - 'Iran has dragged us into this conflict,' top Emirati diplomat Anwar Gargash says
In an interview with FRANCE 24 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Anwar Gargash, senior diplomatic adviser to the UAE president, said Iran "has dragged us into this conflict", after the UAE was "the target of 3,300 missiles and drones" fired by Iran. After US President Donald Trump said h»»»
Tête à tête - Each side feels it 'could get a decisive military victory' in Sudan, Trump's Africa envoy says
In an interview with FRANCE 24 on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, Trump's Africa envoy Massad Boulos said that each side in Sudan feels it "could get a decisive military victory". Asked about Western Sahara, he acknowledged there is no "imminent solution that we can feel or touch". He als»»»
‘I hope France wakes up’: Young Catholics flood the streets for Pope Leo's Paris visit
Armed with paper fortune-tellers and pop worship songs, young French Catholics from the Anuncio movement fanned out into the crowds awaiting Pope Leo XIV's arrival in Paris on Friday, hoping to bring strangers closer to God in one of Europe's most secular countries. A group gathers aro»»»
Attacks on Ukrainians in Poland up 30% – envoy
Attacks on Ukrainians in Poland have continued to rise as public attitudes toward Ukrainian refugees deteriorate, Kiev’s ambassador to Warsaw, Vasily Bondar, has said. His remarks came a day after a Ukrainian man was detained over a deadly knife attack at a Catholic abbey in southeastern Poland. Po»»»
Qatar takes part in 50th G77 and China Foreign Ministers' Meeting
New York: The State of Qatar took part in the 50th annual meeting of Ministers for Foreign Affairs of the Member States of the Group of 77 and China in New York on Friday. HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi represented the State of Qatar at the meeting. The meeting»»»
Qatar participates in GCC-India Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New York
New York: The State of Qatar participated Friday in the meeting of foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Republic of India. HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi represented the State of Qatar at the meeting. The meeting was held on the sidel»»»
Qatar, Tunisia discuss bilateral cooperation in New York talks
New York: The State of Qatar and the Republic of Tunisia have held talks focused on boosting bilateral cooperation. HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad Mohamed Ali Nafti in New York on Friday. T»»»
Qatar, Global Fund discuss cooperation on health initiatives
New York: The State of Qatar and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the Global Fund) discussed ways to strengthen cooperation during talks in New York. HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad met with HE Peter Sands, the fund's executive»»»
Qatar and Norway Discuss Cooperation on Development and Humanitarian Action
New York: Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad met with Minister of International Development of the Kingdom of Norway HE Asmund Aukrust. The meeting took place on Friday on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The two »»»
Qatar and UN discuss humanitarian cooperation on sidelines of General Assembly
New York: HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad held talks with HE UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher. The meeting took place on Friday on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations»»»
Qatar urges global solidarity on pandemic preparedness at UN high-level meeting
New York: The State of Qatar has called for greater international solidarity and equitable access to vaccines and treatments to strengthen preparedness for future pandemics and health emergencies. HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr Maryam bint Ali Al Misnad made the remarks at a »»»
Over 1,300 young Muslims explore faith, identity, and leadership as QF’s Second QIYADA conference opens
Doha, Qatar, 25 September 2026: Faith, identity, leadership, and the challenges of today’s ever-shifting world have been explored by over 1,300 young Muslims from across Qatar alongside scholars, educators, thought leaders, and other inspiring voices, as the second edition of Qatar Foundation’s QIY»»»
Millions in US northeast brace for powerful storm
Nor’easter threatens flooding, power outages and travel chaos across region New York: More than 40 million people in the northeastern United States braced Friday for heavy rain and strong winds as an unusually powerful storm for the season was forecast to crash into the region. New York, Boston and»»»
Qatar concludes participation at InnoTrans 2026
Berlin: Qatar has highlighted its plans for smart and sustainable transport at InnoTrans 2026, an international transport technology exhibition that concluded in Berlin on Friday. The four-day event brought together more than 3,000 exhibitors from 59 countries, showcasing developments across rail t»»»
Leo XIV opens France visit with Paris 'popemobile' ride, warnings of AI threat to humanity
Pope Leo rode his "popemobile" through the heart of Paris and celebrated vespers at Notre-Dame Cathedral on Friday as he opened a four-day state visit to France. The head of the Roman Catholic Church raised existential concerns about scientific progress in speeches at UNESCO heaquarters and the Ély»»»
EU vows to pursue €120 million fine on X after US backs Musk's court challenge
The European Union on Friday said it will pursue a €120 million fine against the X social network after the US Justice Department said it supported the efforts of X owner Elon Musk to have the case annulled. The bloc fined the platform in 2025 for breaching EU online transparency rules, notably wit»»»
KAHRAMAA announces temporary traffic closure to facilitate maintenance works on water line
DOHA: Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA) has announced a temporary traffic closure involving the three right-side lanes on the road leading to Dukhan Road in the westbound direction. The closure will take effect from Saturday, September 26, 2026, until Wednesday, September 30,»»»
₹10,000 salary dispute allegedly sparks ₹240 million fire in India
Former accountant accused of setting textile goods ablaze after dispute with employer A dispute over ₹10,000 in unpaid salary allegedly led a former accountant to set fire to textile goods in India’s Surat city, causing an estimated ₹240 million in losses, according to police. The fire broke out at»»»
Resilience, creativity, and the behaviors of change-makers explored by young Muslims at Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA Conference
Doha, Qatar,: Themes of resilience in the face of challenges, unlocking creativity, and how changing our behaviors can have broader impact on the world were placed in the spotlight for young Muslims to discuss and reflect on during the first day of Qatar Foundation’s QIYADA conference. In a talk ti»»»
King Salman’s condolences conveyed to Mohammed bin Rashid by high-level Saudi delegation in Dubai
Prince Saud bin Naif led a high-level Saudi delegation to Zabeel Majlis in Dubai Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received the condolences of Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Friday followi»»»
Trump confirms further meetings with Xi in China, US this year
Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump confirmed Friday he will meet twice more this year with Xi Jinping, saying they would have their third and fourth meetings of 2026 in China and the United States. "We will be meeting again in November, in China, and then at the G20 in December, i»»»
UAE condemns TPLF attacks and calls for immediate halt to fighting in Ethiopia
Sheikh Shakhboot calls for an immediate halt to fighting and protection of civilians Abu Dhabi: The UAE has strongly condemned the recent attacks by the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) and the armed alliance it has joined against the Ethiopian federal forces, the seizure of airports in the »»»
UAE delegation discusses Gaza, Sudan and global cooperation at UN
GCC-ASEAN ties, Sudan truce and Gaza peace plan top UAE agenda in New York New York: The UAE delegation participated in several key, high-level meetings on the second day of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81). Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, addressed »»»
Arab League, US discuss latest developments in Sudan, Libya
New York: Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Nabil Fahmy met Friday with Senior Advisor to the US President for Arab and African Affairs, Massad Boulos to discuss developments in Sudan and Libya. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the high-level segment of the 81st session of the UN»»»
Trump made ‘final decision’ to allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles, Zelensky says
President Donald Trump told President Volodymyr Zelensky that he had made a "final decision" to grant Kyiv the licence to produce Patriot air defence missiles, the Ukrainian leader said Friday. The assurance came during the last meeting between the two leaders, Zelensky said, capping a period of un»»»
Sharjah Police deny reports murder victim’s family went missing
Authorities confirm victim’s family left UAE, reject rumours they vanished Sharjah: Sharjah Police have clarified that the wife and son of an Asian man who was killed last month were not missing, dismissing media reports suggesting they had disappeared following the murder. Police said investigatio»»»
Amir sends condolences to President of Indonesia
Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of condolences to President of the Republic of Indonesia HE President Prabowo Subianto on the victims of the passenger ship sinking off the country's coast, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.»»»
Economy Minister Discusses INSAIT’s Expansion and AI, Robotics Development
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Investments and Industry Alexandar Poulev met with the management of the Institute for Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Technology (INSAIT) – Prof. Martin Vechev, the institute’s founder and scientific director, and Executive Director Eng.»»»
Qatar secures silver in Asian Games 3x3 Basketball
Nagoya: Qatar's 3x3 basketball team won the silver medal at the 20th Asian Games (Aichi-Nagoya 2026) in Japan after falling to South Korea (10-19) in the final match. The Qatari squad, comprising Mohammed Hashim, Hamad Yassin, Nizar Mahmoud, and Mubarak Jama, delivered an impressive tournament run.»»»
Culture Can Build Bridges Despite Political And Economic Divisions - Putin
Culture can build bridges across any disagreements, even amid sanctions and restrictions, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the 12th St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures. “Culture is capable of building bridges between people through any contradictions. It serves as an essen»»»
RAKTA doubles accessible taxis with wheelchair lifts and smart cameras
Fleet grows from two to four vehicles with enhanced safety features. Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has doubled its dedicated taxi fleet for People of Determination and senior citizens from two to four vehicles, expanding access to specialised transport services across t»»»
Water security serves as strategic priority for GCC states: GCC Chief
New York: Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi underscored that water security constitutes a strategic priority for GCC member states, transcending environmental concerns to intersect directly with human security, economic prosperity, food security, and e»»»
Serbian July average net monthly wage at 121,346 dinars
BELGRADE - The Serbian July average net monthly wage was 121,346 dinars, up by 11.3 pct y-o-y in nominal terms and by 9.2 pct y-o-y in real terms, according to figures released by the national statistical office RZS. The July average gross wage was 167,402 dinars, up by 11.1 pct y-o-y in nominal te»»»
When does an expat stop being an expat? Why people are putting down roots in Abu Dhabi
A job may bring you to a city, but everyday life can turn a temporary move into home For millions of people, moving abroad begins with a job offer. Deciding to stay and build a life in a new city is a rather more complicated decision. A new role, a better salary or the chance to accelerate a career»»»
Where Is the Middle East Heading After America’s Final Withdrawal?
The Economist magazine stated in an editorial that the United States appears to be stuck in the Middle East, with no easy way out. However, the current war may signal something completely different: a moment of American withdrawal from the region, meaning that Washington is finally abandoning its d»»»
Iran offers Trump deal before US elections
Iran has offered the US a new deal aimed at ending the months-long conflict before the midterm election in November, directly challenging President Donald Trump’s claim that Tehran is deliberately waiting until after the election to reach an agreement. Trump claimed in a speech at the UN on Tuesday»»»
451,000 heat deaths: Scientists warn of El Niño’s potentially devastating toll
About 239,000 of those deaths are projected to occur between September and February alone Dubai: More than 451,000 additional heat-related deaths could occur worldwide by February as an unusually powerful El Niño drives temperatures higher across much of the planet, according to new projections fro»»»