Dubai: Labourers were given a platform to directly share their views, concerns and suggestions on police services through the ‘Your Voice is Heard’ initiative, organised by the Positive Spirit Council in collaboration with Al Khawaneej Police Station as part of the Al Ttay Community Forum. The init»»»

Paris, France, June 1, 2026 (AFP) -President Emmanuel Macron said he was expecting "record" foreign investment amounting to 93 billion euros ($108 billion) at an international conference Monday, including for artificial intelligence and data centres. Around 200 executives from around the world are »»»

A recent analytical report says Gulf states are well positioned to play a larger role in shaping the regional security architecture in the aftermath of the war against Iran by adopting a multi-level security approach that combines greater self-reliance with broader international partnerships. The r»»»

Beirut: The southern suburb of Beirut in Lebanon is currently gripped by a mass exodus of people who are moving to other Lebanese areas, including the northern parts. This massive displacement comes amid consternation among those people following Israeli threats to bomb targets in the suburb. The c»»»

Manila: Gulf News recently interviewed Danilo "Dan" Lachica, President of the Semiconductor and Electronics Industries in the Philippines Foundation, Inc. (SEIPI), an industry group responsible for nearly $50 billion, or up to 60%, of total Philippine commodity exports (2025). The industry employs »»»

Dubai: A cargo vessel sailing in the Arabian Gulf was struck by an unidentified projectile on Monday, triggering a large explosion off the coast of Iraq and prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO), a British ma»»»

Allied and partner countries' helicopters are redeploying to the 24th Air Base in Krumovo (South Central Bulgaria) for Exercise Thracian Blade 2026 between June 1 and 3, the Ministry of Defence in Sofia said on Monday. Over three weeks, until June 19, 2026, Bulgarian and foreign crews will carry ou»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters directly hit a specific room at the Al-Abbad Israeli site on the southern Lebanese border with an Ababil drone: Military»»»

Israel said Monday it would once again target Beirut's southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold mostly spared heavy attacks since April, as it stages its deepest incursion into Lebanon in two decades. The UN Security Council is expected to hold an emergency meeting later Monday on Israel expanding »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted a gathering of IOF vehicles and soldiers on the southern outskirts of the town of Debbin with qualitative missi»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah fighters targeted gatherings of Israeli occupation army soldiers in the settlement of Kiryat Shmona with rocket fire and artiller»»»

Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleJames GallagherHealth and science correspondent Getty Images Three new vaccines are being developed to tackle the rare species of Ebola that has already killed nearly 250 people. The Internati»»»

BEIRUT: Lebanon remains committed to negotiations with Israel and will not use force to disarm the Iran-backed Hezbollah, a Lebanese official told Arab News, as Israel expanded its military operations deeper into Lebanese territory ahead of a round of talks in Washington. Israeli airstrikes on Mond»»»

Israel said Monday it would once again target Beirut's southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold mostly spared heavy attacks since April, as it stages its deepest incursion into Lebanon in two decades. The Israeli military's Arabic-language spokesman Avichay Adraee, posting on X, urged Dahieh reside»»»

A handout photo made available by Metta Tham Kalasin Rescue shows a Laotian survivor rescued from a flooded cave in a mountainous area in Xaisomboun province, Laos, on Friday. Photo by Metta Tham Kalasin Rescue/EPA June 1 (UPI) -- Rescue workers in Laos said they heard a knocking sound while search»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic will meet with the President of the UAE Federal National Council Saqr Ghobash in Belgrade on Tuesday, the presidential press office announced on Monday. The meeting in the building of the General Secretariat of the President of the Republic is scheduled»»»

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) recorded total ridership of 8.2 million across public transport and mobility services during the Eid Al Adha holiday 1447 AH / 2026, from May 25-29. Dubai Metro's Red and Green Lines carried 3.3 million riders during the holiday, while Dubai Tram served 1»»»

This week’s special edition of Talking Europe asks whether the EU is ready for the disruption that comes with Artificial Intelligence. It is the most important technological revolution of the century, and is set to impact every aspect of our lives. Whether you are working in a small busin»»»

Qatar Tourism has announced that its June calendar of events will feature a wide range of activities and entertainment programmes as the country enters the summer season, including international sporting events, major exhibitions, and family-oriented attractions. In a statement on Monday, Qatar Tou»»»

Dubai: Emirates Telecommunications Group Company PJSC (e&) has signed a binding agreement with Uber Technologies to sell a 12.5% stake in Careem Technologies for $100 million in cash. The transaction represents part of e&'s existing 50.03% holding in Careem Technologies. Following completion, e& wi»»»

LONDON: The former head of Sky News Arabia has ridiculed The Guardian’s reporting on the termination of the TV news joint venture between Sky UK and its regional partner IMI, accusing the British newspaper of “lazy journalism” and of misrepresenting the reasons behind the decision. IMI and Sky UK a»»»

Gold prices fell on Monday as renewed US-Iran tensions pushed the dollar and oil prices higher, fuelling fears of inflation and reinforcing the higher-for-longer interest rate outlook. Spot gold was down 0.7% at $4,506.49 per ounce at 1158 GMT after hitting a two-week high on Friday. The yellow met»»»

The incumbent are proposing a reduction in the per-vote state subsidy received by political parties, the removal of the COVID-related pension supplement, and a revision of the ceiling on government debt. The measures were presented to journalists in the National Assembly by Konstantin Prodanov, cha»»»

The Peace Palace in the Netherlands where Court of Arbitration judges Monday dismissed a lawsuit brought by Rwanda against Britain after it terminated a 2023 deal to deport asylum seekers to the East African country. File Photo by Guus Shoonewille/EPA June 1 (UPI) -- A court in The Hague on Monday »»»

GAZA CITY: A Hamas delegation is due to meet with mediators in Egypt on Wednesday to discuss ways of advancing the fragile Gaza ceasefire, officials from the Palestinian Islamist movement told AFP. The Palestinian territory remains gripped by daily violence, with the Israeli military and Hamas accu»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah: Israeli Troops Fail to Secure Area of Beaufort Castle, Footage to Expose Claims 01-06-2026 16:35 PM Smoke rises from Beaufort Ca»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Labour launched on Monday, June 1, 2026 a comprehensive awareness campaign to protect workers from heat stress during working hours, in cooperation with several partners from both the public and private sectors, in preparation for the implementation of Ministerial Decis»»»

LONDON: The UK has banned two of America’s most prominent left-wing political commentators from entering the country, preventing them from appearing at a string of high-profile events amid a row over their criticism of Israel. Cenk Uygur, host of the online political talk show “The Young Turks,” an»»»

The Bloomington Academy, a flagship institution under North Point Education (NPE), welcomed Aisha Sultan Majid Al Shamsi, Executive Director of the Ajman Office of Private Education Affairs, during a distinguished visit focused on academic excellence, innovation, and future-focused learning. The vi»»»

New Delhi: India gave a red-carpet welcome on Monday to Myanmar's junta leader-turned President Min Aung Hlaing -- his first trip abroad since becoming civilian leader -- with talks focusing on security and trade. The former military chief met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, where they»»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemns the repeated Iranian attacks on the sisterly State of Kuwait, considering them a blatant violation of its sovereignty and a flagrant breach of international law. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stresses the need to spare the region the consequences »»»

Ukrainian drones struck targets across several Russian regions overnight from Saturday, including an oil pumping station, a refinery and a fuel depot, Russian and Ukrainian authorities said Sunday. Kyiv however denied Moscow's claims that a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in R»»»

Drones piloted by artificial intelligence are now being deployed on the Ukrainian front lines, and while there has been much talk about them, there is still much that remains unknown. The US-made Hornet Drone, which is partially guided by AI, is at the centre of a new Ukrainian strategy to target R»»»

In this paper we discuss the subject of national projects and their direct relationship to macroeconomic and reform programme When analysing the economic situation of Egypt, we cannot separate the new capital project from the other major national projects that have been in operation since 2014. The»»»

Lille, France: Lille announced on Monday that Brazil assistant coach David Ancelotti, the son of Carlo, would be their new coach, a week after Bruno Genesio's departure. Ancelotti has signed a two-year deal with the French club but they did not say if he would leave his role in his father's Brazil »»»

Dubai: Authorities in Islamabad have ordered markets and shopping malls to close by 8pm as part of energy-saving measures introduced amid rising fuel costs and supply pressures linked to the US-Iran conflict. The Islamabad Capital Territory Administration issued the notification on Monday, with the»»»

JEDDAH: The gold market in Jeddah has entered a period of relative stability following weeks of heightened seasonal demand, with traders reporting a shift in buying patterns as consumers become more price-conscious. “Demand remains strong during Hajj, especially from pilgrims purchasing gifts and s»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has opened visa applications for the new Umrah season from Sunday, Dhul Hijjah 14, 1447, corresponding to May 31, 2026. According to the Umrah season calendar for 1448, released by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, pilgrims will be able to enter Makkah and obtain Umrah permits th»»»

RIYADH: Wildlife conservation efforts have resulted in the birth of the first onager (Equus hemionus) in more than 100 years on Saudi soil at the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve, marking the return of a species that had disappeared from the Arabian Peninsula for over a century. The reserve»»»

Valletta: A powerful explosion from a fireworks factory in Malta injured two people Monday, sending a massive plume of smoke and debris into the air, police reported. The blast and subsequent explosions at the Ta' Lourdes fireworks factory on the north side of the Mediterranean island shook buildin»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received on Monday, June 1, 2026, the Ambassador of the sisterly United Arab Emirates to the State of Qatar HE Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral rela»»»

The death of a 13-year-old schoolgirl weeks after a suspected Russell’s viper bite has renewed attention on Kerala’s recurring snakebite problem, with experts warning that the state is currently in one of its peak seasons for encounters between humans and snakes. Niya Lenin, a Class 8 student from »»»

DHAKA: Bangladesh’s deadliest outbreak of measles does not appear to be slowing despite nationwide vaccination efforts, doctors say, as they fear a new surge in infections following increased transmission during Eid Al-Adha homecoming. Since the 1990s, Bangladesh’s vaccination campaigns have been a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a telephone call from Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of the Swiss Confederation, HE Ignazio Cassis. The conversation addressed advancing bilateral cooperati»»»

Damascus, June 1 (SANA) Syria on Monday condemned the recent Iranian aggression targeting Kuwait as a violation of the Gulf state’s sovereignty and a threat to regional security and stability. In a statement, the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates said the attacks constituted an una»»»

His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the employment of 717 Emiratis in the Sharjah Government. The new employees will join 633 other UAE nationals who were employed in the government sector during the first five months of 20»»»

Dubai: When the call came through, Tejal Patni was fast asleep. The 56-year-old commercial film director, originally from Mumbai, has been living in Dubai with his family for the past 49 years. Patni has been participating in Big Ticket for a couple of years and lady luck finally smiled on him in t»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced the adoption of advanced technologies and modern equipment to improve the efficiency of curb construction and paving works across infrastructure projects, as part of its broader strategy to implement smart solutions and enhance project»»»

RIYADH: Gulf stock markets fell 1.3 percent in May, diverging sharply from a global equity rally fueled by artificial intelligence optimism, as the third month of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiment and oil market volatility. According to Kamco Invest’s monthly report, »»»

BELGRADE - US President Donald Trump is by far the most popular US political leader in Serbia in a very long time, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has told Breitbart News in an interview. Trump’s popularity in Serbia in the run-up to the 2024 US presidential elections reached astronomical propor»»»