UN aid truck destroyed in Darfur drone strike as El-Obeid siege deepens
NEW YORK: A UN refugee agency-contracted truck carrying humanitarian relief supplies was struck by a drone near Tendelti in White Nile state on Tuesday, destroying 50 metric tons of aid intended for vulnerable populations in South Kordofan, the UN spokesman’s office said Thursday . The driver escap»»»
StubHub sued by fans who say ticket cancelations crushed dreams of going to World Cup
NEW YORK: After weeks of complaints from frustrated fans, StubHub is being sued by customers who say the ticket reseller’s inability to fulfill orders crushed their dreams of going to World Cup. Julia Reeker Moghal and Reuben Renteria, both of California, sued the ticketing giant this week in feder»»»
Al-Shaibani: Syria and Lebanon entering a new phase of institutional cooperation
Damascus, July.3 (SANA) Syria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani extended his sincere appreciation to Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian, Maronite Patriarch Cardinal»»»
Ministry of Justice unveils upgraded official website
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Justice on Thursday launched an upgraded version of its official website as part of efforts to advance digital transformation and support the objectives of Qatar's Digital Agenda 2030. The Ministry said the redesigned website serves as a unified digital platform providi»»»
Israeli Channel 12: Hezbollah Carried Out Hundreds of Attacks between 17 April 2026 and 20 June 2026
Israeli Channel 12 reported that Hezbollah carried out hundreds of attacks between 17 April 2026 and 20 June 2026. The data showed that Hezbollah conducted hundreds of military operations during that period, led by attacks involving drones and explosive gliders, totaling 637 operations. These were »»»
Qatar condemns bombing targeting cafe in Damascus
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar condemned the bombing that targeted a cafe in the vicinity of the Palace of Justice in Damascus, the Syrian Arab Republic, which lead to deaths and injuries. In a statement on Thursday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated the State of Qatar's firm stance again»»»
UEFA bans Czech club MFK Karviná from European competitions over match-fixing
NYON: UEFA on Thursday banned Czech club MFK Karviná from European competitions next season because of their involvement in a domestic match-fixing scandal. Czech Cup winner Karviná were already expelled from the top division as punishment by the Czech Football Association on June 16. The associati»»»
UAE envoy presents credentials to Qatar's Emir in Doha
Doha: Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi, Ambassador of the UAE to the State of Qatar, presented his credentials to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, during an official ceremony held at the Amiri Diwan in Doha. Al Qamzi conveyed the greetings of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed»»»
Watch: Famous elephant seal makes annual visit to Tasmania, causing chaos - UPI.com
July 2 (UPI) -- An approximately 2,200-pound elephant seal is in the midst of his annual visit to Tasmania, leaving property damage and public disturbances in his wake. The 5-year-old animal, dubbed Neil the seal by locals, has been visiting southern Tasmania towns every year since he was born, res»»»
Expedition to survey two legendary shipwrecks launches this month - UPI.com
1 of 2 | The research vessel Atlantis will leave the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Massachusetts and travel first to the wreck of Quest, Photo by Ken Kostel, ©Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution July 2 (UPI) -- Researchers will launch an expedition Thursday to survey two shipwrecks linke»»»
Syrian military officials take part in CENTCOM-led conference in Bahrain
LONDON: A military delegation from the Syrian Arab Republic on Thursday took part in a conference in Bahrain led by US Central Command alongside 10 countries from the Middle East. Col. Ahmad Saeed Issa, director of the Department of International Cooperation within the Ministry of Defense, led the »»»
Cuba could lose half its population by 2100, U.N. says - UPI.com
With more than 25% of its citizens aging and a steady loss of young workers, Cuba faces a critical scenario of structural depopulation that is pushing the country toward an economic and labor crisis. File Photo by Ernesto Mastrascusa/EPA July 2 (UPI) -- Cuba is heading toward an irreversible demogr»»»
Djokovic has history in his sights at Wimbledon
London: Novak Djokovic can move another step closer to history at Wimbledon in the third round on Friday. Defending champion Jannik Sinner is also in action in the last 32, while women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka faces former French Open winner Jelena Ostapenko. AFP Sport looks at three matc»»»
Russia Upgrades AK Rifle Into Triple-Tap Drone Slayer
The new "Mnogotochie" (Ellipsis) cartridge, developed by Rostec, significantly boosts UAV hit probability. It uses standard 5.45×39mm and 7.62×54mm cases compatible with AK-series riflesAfter exiting the barrel, the round fragments into three separate projectiles, widening the effective hit areaUp »»»
'Night of hell': Ukraine, Russia vow escalation after massive attack kills 21 in Kyiv
Russia launched one of its largest ever missile and drone attacks on Kyiv late on Wednesday with blasts continuing through Thursday morning killing at least 21 people. Buildings damaged in the strikes includes apartment blocks and a Red Cross warehouse filled with humanitarian supplies. Ukraine and»»»
54 Palestinian children killed in West Bank not isolated incidents, says B’Tselem
DUBAI: Israeli forces killed 54 Palestinian children in the West Bank in 2025, according to a report by Israeli human rights organization B’Tselem, which linked the deaths to an increasingly permissive open-fire policy and military conduct in the occupied territory. The report also pointed to what »»»
Maariv: 1000 Days after October 7 Attack, Netanyahu’s Political Survival is the Only Israeli ‘Victory’ - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Qatar participates in extraordinary meeting of GCC Petroleum Cooperation Committee
Doha: The State of Qatar participated on Thursday in the extraordinary meeting of the GCC Petroleum Cooperation Committee, held via videoconference. The State of Qatar was represented by Minister of State for Energy Affairs HE Eng. Saad bin Sherida Al Kaabi. The meeting was attended by the energy m»»»
Brazil's Paqueta ruled out of World Cup clash with Norway
Morristown: Brazil midfielder Lucas Paqueta will miss Sunday's World Cup last-16 game against Norway with a hamstring injury, a source at the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) told AFP on Thursday. He is not expected to play again in the tournament, unless Brazil reach the final on July 19 at »»»
Over 900 forged documents detected in Dubai
Dubai: More than 900 forged and manipulated travel documents were detected in Dubai over the past 18 months, underscoring the emirate's investment in cutting-edge verification technologies and its growing role as a global leader in border security and travel document authentication. The achievement»»»
Speaker Berri replies to a reporter’s question about the “Framework Agreement” between Lebanon government and Israeli enemy: You can write it off - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli media: A number of soldiers were injured in an attack in South Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Eliminated but not alone: Mexico City cafe becomes haven for World Cup heartbreak
MEXICO CITY: Amid the sea of green that washed over Mexico City after the country’s World Cup victory over Ecuador on Tuesday, one shop defiantly hoisted the Ecuadorian flag and welcomed all the downtrodden fans of Mexico’s opponents to a place of refuge. Welcome to the Losers Cafe, a coffee shop »»»
Trump wants ‘senseless killing’ in Ukraine to end: US official
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump wants a peace deal to end the “senseless killing” in Ukraine, a US official said Thursday after a massive Russian barrage on Kyiv killed at least 21 people. “President Trump has a humanitarian heart and wants this war settled so the senseless killing ends,” the US»»»
Eala writes history for Philippines in ‘electric’ Wimbledon atmosphere
LONDON: Alexandra Eala became the first player from the Philippines to reach the third round of a Grand Slam in the Open era, beating Maya Joint in an “electric” atmosphere at Wimbledon on Thursday. The 21-year-old fought back to defeat Serena Williams’ first-round conqueror Joint 3-6, 6-2, 6-0, ro»»»
Qatar Airways launches Port Sudan flights, enhancing Africa network
Port Sudan: Qatar Airways on Thursday announced the arrival of its inaugural flight at Port Sudan Airport, underscoring the airline's commitment to Africa and further reinforcing connectivity across its global network. The carrier will operate three weekly flights, providing passengers traveling to»»»
Mar del Plata, Argentina, gets first snow in 35 years - UPI.com
Meanwhile, an intense heat wave is affecting much of Europe and a large part of the United States. July 2 (UPI) -- The Argentine coastal city of Mar del Plata awoke Thursday blanketed in snow for the first time in 35 years as an intense polar air mass swept across much of the country. The snowfall,»»»
Tesla global auto sales jump 25% in 2nd quarter, beating expectations
New York: Tesla reported a jump in second-quarter auto sales Thursday, as Elon Musk's electric vehicle company easily topped expectations in a period of lofty gasoline prices due to the US-Iran war. Tesla's global deliveries came in at 480,126, up 25 percent from the year-ago period when Musk's wor»»»
Qatar renews condemnation of terrorism, reiterates commitment to strategy countering it
New York: The State of Qatar reaffirmed its condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, regardless of its perpetrators or motives, describing it as a serious threat to international peace and security, sustainable development, human rights, and the rule of law. The State of Qatar»»»
Algeria votes for new parliament with turnout and cost-of-living in focus
Algerians headed to the polls on July 2 to elect a new parliament in an election shadowed by expectations of low turnout among the 25-million-person electorate. The vote is taking place amid controversy of the government disqualifying roughly a third of potential candidates, with some saying they w»»»
Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe growth holds firm in 2026, says wiiw
Region seen outpacing eurozone, but geopolitical risks and industrial weakness cloud outlook. The economies of Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe are expected to remain resilient despite elevated energy prices and a difficult global backdrop, although structural weaknesses and geopolitical risks»»»
Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe growth holds firm in 2026, says wiiw
Region seen outpacing eurozone, but geopolitical risks and industrial weakness cloud outlook. The economies of Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe are expected to remain resilient despite elevated energy prices and a difficult global backdrop, although structural weaknesses and geopolitical risks»»»
Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe growth holds firm in 2026, says wiiw
Region seen outpacing eurozone, but geopolitical risks and industrial weakness cloud outlook. The economies of Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe are expected to remain resilient despite elevated energy prices and a difficult global backdrop, although structural weaknesses and geopolitical risks»»»
Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe growth holds firm in 2026, says wiiw
Region seen outpacing eurozone, but geopolitical risks and industrial weakness cloud outlook. The economies of Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe are expected to remain resilient despite elevated energy prices and a difficult global backdrop, although structural weaknesses and geopolitical risks»»»
US to give Tanzania $1.3 bln under five-year health pact
DAR ES SALAAM: The United States has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tanzania to invest more than $1.3 billion in its health sector over the next five years, the latest in a series of deals that have caused controversy in some African countries. The agreement, signed late on Wednesday, i»»»
Israeli drone raids Nabatieh Al-Fawqa town, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Al-Manar reporter: Israeli enemy carries out new explosion in Beit Yahoun town, South Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Iran to impose transit fees in Strait of Hormuz after 60-day grace period
Iran will begin imposing transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz after a 60-day period of free navigation expires, while warning ships against using routes outside Iranian control. Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations said: " Freedom of navi»»»
Indian passport applicants in UAE queue at Embassy in Abu Dhabi, Consulate in Dubai after 17 years
Abu Dhabi/Dubai: For the first time in 17 years, hundreds of Indian expats in the UAE queued up without appointments at their embassy and consulate on Thursday to submit passport applications in person, a scene unseen since India first outsourced its overseas consular services in 2009. The Indian E»»»
Germany's Infineon opens major chip plant as EU seeks tech autonomy
DRESDEN, Germany — German semiconductor giant Infineon opened a five-billion-euro ($5.7 billion) microchip plant Thursday, as Europe seeks to bolster its high-tech autonomy.The "Smart Power Fab" in the eastern city of Dresden, completed three months ahead of schedule, has been hailed as a symbol of»»»
19 companies benefit from agricultural export support programme — Ministry
AMMAN — Minister of Agriculture Saeb Khraisat said on Thursday that 19 companies have exported agricultural products under the government's agricultural export support programme.Total financial support provided to exporters has exceeded JD1.059 million, including around JD5, 200 allocated for marit»»»
BTA Signs Media Partnership Agreement with Pomorie Municipality
The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) Thursday signed a media partnership agreement with Pomorie Municipality aimed at popularizing its calendar of cultural events. BTA Director General Kiril Valchev said that the Agency adds a new partner among Bulgarian municipalities for their cultural calendar, the i»»»
PM Radev, General Grynkewich Discuss Security Risks from Military Crises Near Europe
Prime Minister Rumen Radev and the Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Alexus Grynkewich, met here on Thursday to discuss the security risks arising from military crises in Europe's neighbourhood and the adaptation of armed forces modernization processes to contemporary challenges, the governm»»»
State Intelligence Agency Chair: Agency Should Use Virtual Space More Actively to Identify Potential Agents
The State Intelligence Agency should use virtual space more actively to identify potential agents, State Intelligence Agency Chair Antoan Gechev said at a parliamentary hearing on Thursday. Gechev is seeking a second term as the Agency’s chair. Gechev said most of his proposals for the Agency’s dev»»»
Algerians vote in parliamentary elections overshadowed by candidate bans
Algerians on Thursday voted in parliamentary elections amid concerns over turnout after a campaign season marked by low attendance at official campaign events. Electoral authorities barred 269 candidates from running for the 407-seat lower house of parliament ahead of the vote. Voters in Algeria&nb»»»
Samaira Dharnidharka to lead UAE in the ACC Women’s U19 Premier Cup 2026 in Malaysia
DUBAI: Pacer Samaira Dharnidharka will lead the 14-member UAE Women’s U19 team in the 13-team ACC Women’s U19 Premier Cup 2026 which begins in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Saturday, 11 July. The tournament is the qualifier for the ACC Women’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 which will be played later this year. The»»»
Indian passport applicants in UAE queue at Embassy in Abu Dhabi, Consulate in Dubai after 15 years
Abu Dhabi/Dubai: For the first time in 15 years, hundreds of Indian expats in the UAE queued up without appointments at their embassy and consulate on Thursday to submit passport applications in person, a scene unseen since India first outsourced its overseas consular services in 2009. The Indian E»»»
Palestinians face uncertain future as Gaza marks 1,000 days of war
It's the 1,000th day of war since a Hamas-led attack on Israel that sparked the war in Gaza. Other conflicts have emerged in the region, and fragile ceasefires show scars of persistent attacks. Both Israelis and Palestinians are weary of the strain. The fate of over 2 million Palestinians in Gaza, »»»
Police Academy celebrates graduation of first and second groups of 7th Edition of Police of Tomorrow Program
Doha, Qatar: The Police Academy celebrated the graduation of the first and second groups of the 7th edition of the Police of Tomorrow program for summer 2026, comprising 600 students. The ceremony was attended by HE Legal Advisor to HE the Minister of Interior and General Supervisor of the Police A»»»
Hot season in Qatar enters third phase as Al-Haq’ah star rises
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) announced that the Al-Haq’ah star will rise on July 3, marking the third phase of the summer season. It is named "Al-Haq'ah" (meaning "the circle" or "the ring") in resemblance to a circle that forms around the neck of a horse. According to QMD, t»»»