Naharnet 9m

Explosion as Qatar restarts gas export terminal hurts 54 and leaves 18 missing

An explosion tore through Qatar's key natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers tried to resume operations there after Iran bombed it during the war, causing a fire that hurt at least 54 people as another 18 were still missing hours later. The blast at the Ras Laffan industrial area could»»»

Al Manar 17m

Mediators Announce Lebanon “De-Confliction Cell”

Iran and the United States agreed Monday to set up communications lines to end fighting in Lebanon, mediators Pakistan and Qatar said, after their first round of talks in Switzerland toward ending the war in the Middle East. Pakistan and Qatar said the talks took place in “a positive and constructi»»»

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France24 17m

Spotlight - The last hours of Starmer?

Ten years after Britain voted to leave the European Union, the UK could once again be facing a dramatic change in leadership. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under mounting pressure amid growing speculation about his political future, with reports suggesting support within his own party is weakening»»»

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Gulf News 19m

Former Egyptian judge gets life sentence for fatally shooting ex-wife in crowded promenade

Dubai: An Egyptian court has sentenced a former judge to life imprisonment after convicting him of fatally shooting his ex-wife at a public promenade in the city of 6th of October, a case that drew widespread attention in the country, local media reported. The Giza Criminal Court found the defendan»»»

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Naharnet 24m

Syria president denies wanting to intervene in Lebanon after Trump remarks

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has denied that his country sought to intervene militarily in Lebanon where Israel and Hezbollah are at war, after U.S. President Donald Trump repeatedly suggested Damascus could get involved. "We are looking for economic channels between Lebanon and Syria, not mili»»»

Arab News 26m

Mining, manufacturing drive 5.1% rise in Saudi industrial output 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Industrial Production Index expanded 5.1 percent in 2025 from a year earlier, driven by growth across mining, manufacturing and utility sectors, according to official data. The Kingdom’s IPI reached 110.4 points in 2025, up from 105.1 in 2024 and 107.5 in 2023, the General Au»»»

arabnews.com
Actmedia 30m

Raiffeisen Asset Management: €1.73 billion in assets under management and over 330,000 investors

In 2026, Raiffeisen Asset Management (RAM) will mark two decades of presence in the local market, consolidating its position as a leading player in Romania’s investment management industry. Twenty years after its founding, RAM manages approximately 15% of the financial assets of the Raiffeisen Grou»»»

Actmedia 30m

Mara Cristea is the new CFO and Deputy CEO of Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Romania

Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Romania announces the appointment of Mara Cristea as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, following approval from the National Bank of Romania. The appointment comes at a landmark moment for the institution. The completion of the merger with First B»»»

Actmedia 30m

ING Bank Romania launches a new online experience for SMEs

ING Bank Romania is launching a new online experience for SMEs through ING Business Web. Entrepreneurs can now see, in one place, all financing options for which their company is eligible, automatically calculated, and can apply for credit directly through the digital platform. The new experience b»»»

Actmedia 30m

BCR Raises RON 1 Billion Bond

Banca Comerciala Romana (BCR) has successfully completed a new senior non-preferred bond issuance worth RON 1 billion, with a seven-year maturity and a call option after six years (7NC6). The bonds were issued at par value with a fixed annual coupon of 7.77% and a spread of 95 basis points above th»»»

Actmedia 30m

Survey: Eight in ten Romanians view current taxation as excessive

Eight in ten Romanians say taxation is excessive, signalling that the taxpayer's relationship with the state is marked by frustration and distrust, according to a study by the APSAP Training Centre.Public perception goes beyond tax levels: many feel the state demands more while offering little in r»»»

Actmedia 30m

ROBOR's evolution appears consistent with comparable interbank rates in the region

The evolution of ROBOR is consistent with the monetary policy framework and inflation, the main economic benchmarks influencing money market interest rates, according to Csaba Balint, a member of the Board of the National Bank of Romania (BNR), in an article published on Thursday on the BNR Opinii »»»

Gulf News 31m

Sharjah announces key changes to truck routes on Emirates Road

Sharjah: New traffic measures regulating truck movement on Emirates Road will come into effect on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, as part of ongoing development works aimed at improving traffic flow and enhancing road safety. The Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority, in cooperation with the Ministry of En»»»

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Arab News 36m

Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1,000 with 254 deaths, authorities say

BUNIA: Confirmed cases in the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said in a statement late Sunday, as tracing those who had been in contact with patients remains a major challenge. A total of 100 people have recovered in the outbreak concentrated in t»»»

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Naharnet 36m

Israeli strikes leave ancient coastal city of Tyre shaken

The dust has barely settled in Tyre after weeks of Israeli airstrikes on the ancient city along Lebanon's Mediterranean coast. Despite the relative calm, life remains largely at a standstill. A new ceasefire is in effect. But previous ceasefires have broken down. Uncertainty and fear linger, even a»»»

Naharnet 36m

Cautious calm in Lebanon after 'major progress' in US-Iran talks

There was cautious calm Monday in Lebanon, with no Israeli strikes reported overnight after a day of quiet Sunday. Hezbollah likewise has not announced any attacks on Israeli forces since Saturday. Israel on Sunday announced the lifting of all restrictions imposed on northern border areas as part o»»»

Arab News 38m

Saudi construction cost growth remains subdued at 0.2% in May: GASTAT 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Construction Cost Index edged up 0.2 percent in May from the previous month, reflecting relatively stable pricing across the Kingdom’s building sector, official data showed. According to the latest report by the General Authority for Statistics, the index was 2.6 percent high»»»

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The Peninsula 43m

QSE Index falls 0.11% at start of trading

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index opened lower on Monday, losing 11.49 points, or 0.11%, to reach 10,469 points, compared to the previous session's close, under pressure from five sectors. Market data showed declines in the Real Estate sector by 0.11%, Telecoms (-0.12%), Con»»»

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Naharnet 48m

Mourners gather in Beirut to pay respects to conservationist who died after Israeli strike

Mourners gathered Sunday in Beirut to pay their respects to a much-loved Lebanese conservationist who died after succumbing to wounds sustained in an Israeli strike on her home on the country's southern coast. Mona Khalil, who spent more than two decades protecting sea turtles along Lebanon's coast»»»

RT 53m

Palestinian West Bank at risk of biggest Israeli land grab in decades, RT reports

Israel has earmarked broad swathes of the West Bank for scores of new settlements, a move that could isolate Palestinian villages and tighten West Jerusalem’s grip on the territory. RT’s Charlotte Dubenskij has taken a closer look at the expansion plans. The Israeli government has accelerated its p»»»

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Gulf News 55m

UAE schools begin year-end exams as ministry rolls out anti-cheating measures

Abu Dhabi: Following the approval of the Ministry of Education's schedule for the first-session year-end examinations for the 2025-2026 academic year for students in Grades 7-12 under the Integrated Continuous Education System, the Ministry has issued a guide on preventing cheating and examination »»»

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Gulf News 55m

Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1,000 with 254 deaths, authorities say

BUNIA, Congo: Confirmed cases in the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo have reached 1,003, including 254 deaths, officials said in a statement late Sunday. A total of 100 people have recovered in the outbreak concentrated in the Ituri province since it was declared on May 15, Congo’s Ministry of Heal»»»

gulfnews.com
Novinite 58m

President Yotova: BOTAS Deal Could Have Benefited Bulgaria, But Political Tensions Blocked Progress

President Iliana Yotova said that Bulgaria could have benefited significantly from the agreement with Turkish energy company BOTAS, arguing that it had the potential to serve both national and broader Central European interests. Speaking on the bTV program “120 Minutes,” she stressed that internal »»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 60m

Bulgaria's Innovation and Digital Transformation Minister Confers with Switzerland's Ambassador

Bulgaria's Minister of Innovation and Digital Transformation Ivan Vasilev has conferred with Switzerland's Ambassador Pierre Hagmann, the press office of Vasilev's Ministry said on Monday. The sides discussed issues of mutual interest, including the development of research and development activitie»»»

bta.bg
BNE 1h

TIIF 2026: Uzbekistan's privatisation drive finds its stride

In the space of six weeks this spring, Uzbekistan delivered two transactions that were gamechangers for the country’s image and starter’s guns for the privatisation process. One was a straightforward sale of a state asset to a strategic buyer. The other was the country's first international stock m»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Report accident through Metrash, not social media, warns MOI

Doha, Qatar: The general public have been reminded to use the Metrash app and official channels to report traffic accidents, as sharing accident photos or videos on social media can result in legal penalties. Speaking in a webinar on behalf of the Community Police Department, Awareness Officer Capt»»»

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France24 1h

Tech 24 - Love, loneliness and robots: AI prompts new questions around human connection

VivaTech turned ten this year and Europe's biggest tech showcase has never been louder, shinier, or more crowded. But walking the show floors, France 24 tech reporters Charlotte Lam and Peter O'Brien were drawn to one topic: not about productivity or performance, but about companionship and how the»»»

france24.com
Gulf News 1h

MoHRE warns UAE firms ahead of Emiratisation deadline

Dubai: Private sector companies with 50 or more employees have until June 30 to meet their Emiratisation targets for the first half of 2026, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has reminded. MoHRE also warned that financial penalties will be imposed on non-compliant firms from»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Two Saudi citizens rescued after boat breaks down off Yanbu

Dubai: Two Saudi citizens have been rescued after their vessel suffered a mechanical failure at sea off Yanbu governorate in the Medina region, border guard authorities said. The General Directorate of the Border Guard said search and rescue teams responded to the incident and provided the stranded»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Kuwait executes five convicted murderers after death sentences upheld by high courts and Emir

Dubai: Kuwait has executed five men convicted of murder and other serious crimes after their death sentences were upheld by the country's highest courts and ratified by the Emir, the Public Prosecution said. The executions were carried out by hanging at the Central Prison after all legal procedures»»»

gulfnews.com
Naharnet 1h

Iran, US agree to set up Lebanon 'de-confliction cell'

Iran and the United States agreed Monday to set up communications lines to keep the vital Strait of Hormuz open and end fighting in Lebanon, mediators said, after their first round of talks in Switzerland toward ending the war in the Middle East. The teams led by U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Ir»»»

Sputnik 1h

NATO, EU Preparing for Clash With Russia Around 2030 - Russian Deputy Foreign Minister

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russia assumes that NATO and European Union countries are preparing for a military clash with Moscow around 2030, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko said. "We proceed from the premise that they [NATO and EU countries] are really preparing for a military clash with »»»

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France24 1h

De la Espriella wins razor-thin majority in Colombia's election, Cepeda calls for final count

Conservative political outsider Abelardo de la Espriella won a razor-thin lead in Colombia's runoff presidential election on Sunday, a result that will be challenged in the coming days by the ruling party’s progressive candidate. Read our live blog to see how all the day's events unfolded.&nbs»»»

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France24 1h

Switzerland talks enter tough phase after Trump renews threats against Iran

US Vice President JD Vance said Sunday there was a chance to “turn over a new leaf” with Iran as negotiators met in Switzerland to build on last week’s interim agreement. But President Donald Trump’s renewed threats over Iran-backed Hezbollah and the Strait of Hormuz – and Israel's refusal to withd»»»

france24.com
Arab News 1h

Australian police uncover 3 tons of cocaine

MELBOURNE: Police found 2.7 metric tons (3 tons) of cocaine on a property on Sydney’s outskirts in Australia’s largest ever seizure of the drug, officials said on Monday. The drug was found on June 19 in plastic tubs buried in underground bunkers hidden beneath three shipping containers on a semiru»»»

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Arab News 1h

Israeli soldiers shoot dead two Palestinian teens in West Bank

RAMALLAH: Israeli ‌soldiers shot dead two Palestinian teenagers in the occupied West Bank on Monday, Palestinian officials said, while the Israeli military said ​the two had attacked a nearby Jewish settlement with fire bombs and burning tires. There was no immediate further comment from Palestinia»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar strengthens commitment to refugee support through collaborative event

Doha, Qatar: Qatar continues to reinforce its role in advancing humanitarian action and refugee protection through dialogue, cooperation, and diplomacy, a senior academician said yesterday, underscoring Qatar's growing contribution to humanitarian and mediation efforts. Dr. Mustafa Osman Ismail Ela»»»

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Sputnik 1h

China Bans State Procurement of Goods From 46 US Companies - Finance Ministry

BEIJING (Sputnik) - China has released a list of 46 US companies, including Lockheed Martin Corporation, from which it is prohibited to purchase any products through government procurement, the Chinese Ministry of Finance announced on Monday. "In accordance with applicable laws and regulations, a d»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Iran Signals Major Breakthrough in War Talks, Warns Lebanon Ceasefire Is ‘First Real Test’

In what could mark a significant turning point in Middle Eastern diplomacy, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has announced “major progress” toward ending the war on Iran, while warning that the ultimate test of good faith rests on the successful implementation of a fragile ceasefire in Lebano»»»

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Novinite 1h

Trade Gap Deepens as Imports Outpace Exports in Bulgaria’s External AccountsOpinions

Bulgaria’s external accounts deteriorated in April 2026, with the current account deficit widening significantly, according to preliminary data from the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB). The central bank reports that the current account deficit reached €1.2093 billion in April, compared with a smaller»»»

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Arab News 1h

South Korea ex-minister gets 25 years for role in martial law disaster: Yonhap

SEOUL: A court sentenced a former South Korean justice minister on Monday to 25 years in prison for his role in ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief and disastrous declaration of martial law in 2024. Park Sung-jae was found guilty of involvement in “insurrection,” the Yonhap news agency reported from»»»

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Arab News 1h

Not just a hideout: Sahel forests provide base for militants

DAKAR: Along Mali’s National Route 6, a major thoroughfare connecting the capital to the country’s center, the army has reshaped the landscape: the vegetation from the surrounding forest has been cleared in anticipation of militant ambushes. Armed groups use forest areas both as refuge and a base f»»»

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Arab News 1h

Moscow shoots down nearly 60 drones; Russian attacks kill five in Ukraine

Moscow shot down dozens of drones in the early hours of Monday and briefly suspended flights at airports, authorities in the Russian capital said, just days after Ukraine hit the city's oil refinery again. Ukrainian authorities said Russian drones had hit civilian merchant vessels, killing an Egypt»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Awqaf Ministry launches Qatar International Arabic Calligraphy Competition ‘Al Raqim’

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has officially launched the second edition of the Qatar International Arabic Calligraphy Competition, “Al Raqim,” reaffirming Qatar’s commitment to strengthening its position as a global hub for Islamic arts, culture, and intellectual exchange.»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatari diplomacy played key role in US-Iran MoU: Ambassador

Switzerland: Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Swiss Confederation H E Mohamed bin Jaham Al Kuwari affirmed that Qatari diplomacy played a pivotal role in supporting the efforts that led to the signing of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the United States of America and the Islam»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Graduate Career Path Forum supports employment and development

Doha, Qatar: As part of its efforts to empower national talent and enhance its readiness for the labour market, and under the theme “Empowering Qatari Talent Towards a Promising Professional Future”, the Ministry of Labour, represented by the National Workforce Employment Department and the Qualify»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Doha Historical Dictionary launches text-to-speech feature on its website

Doha, Qatar: The Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language has launched an automated text-to-speech service on its website, aimed at enhancing user experience and facilitating access to and use of the dictionary’s content through multimedia tools. The service enables users to listen to dict»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Mowasalat partners with Qatar Airways Privilege Club

Doha, Qatar: Mowasalat (Karwa), Qatar’s national transport provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Qatar Airways through its loyalty programme, Privilege Club, enabling customers to collect Avios across Karwa Taxi and Chauffeur Services. The collaboration introduces Avios as a new loya»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

QF, QNB Group announce partnership to rename World Cup venue

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Foundation and QNB Group have signed an agreement that will see one of Qatar’s most iconic sporting venues renamed the QNB Education City Stadium. Located at the heart of Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Education City, the stadium will carry the name under a five-year agreement between t»»»

thepeninsulaqatar.com
UPI 1h

U.S. kills two men in latest suspected drug boat attack - UPI.com

June 22 (UPI) -- The U.S. military killed two men in its latest strike targeting a suspected drug-trafficking boat in the Caribbean, U.S. Southern Command announced late Sunday, lifting the monthslong operation's death toll to at least 213. The strike left six survivors, according to SOUTHCOM, whic»»»

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