Al Awsat 1m

EU's Kallas: Russia Showing 'Reckless Nuclear Brinkmanship' in Latest Attacks on Ukraine

Russia's latest attacks against Ukraine, which President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said involved an Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile, showed 'reckless nuclear-brinkmanship,' the European ‌Union's foreign policy ‌chief Kaja ‌Kallas ⁠said on Sunday. "Russia ⁠hit a dead-end on the battlefield, »»»

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Arab News 4m

Turkiye orders police to evict ousted opposition leadership from headquarters 

ANKARA: Turkish ‌authorities ordered police to evict the leadership of the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) ​from their headquarters on Sunday, enforcing a court ruling that reinstated the former leader and fueled a political crisis. Riot police and crowds gathered outside the gates »»»

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Albanian Daily News 6m

Russian Missile Strike in Kyiv Hits Residential Complex Housing Albanian Ambassador

Ukraine’s capital Kyiv came under another large-scale Russian missile and drone attack overnight, with the residential complex housing Albania’s ambassador to Ukraine among the sites struck, placing the diplomat’s life at serious risk. Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha,»»»

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Gulf News 7m

UAE’s influential presence stands out at Prague security conference

Abu Dhabi: Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the UAE President, said the UAE’s policies and positions continue to receive “clear appreciation and respect” internationally, following his participation in the GLOBSEC Forum 2026 in Prague, where regional tensions and the future of negotiations »»»

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Gulf News 7m

Families only: Dubai announces special Eid beach zones

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has allocated six public beaches exclusively for families during the Eid Al Adha holiday as part of its operational plan aimed at enhancing safety, comfort and visitor experiences across the emirate during one of the busiest festive periods of the year. The designated fami»»»

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Sana 11m

Gold edges lower as oil markets remain volatile amid geopolitical tensions

Washington, May 24 (SANA) Gold prices edged lower Sunday while global oil markets remained volatile amid geopolitical tensions, rising production activity and shifting trade flows. Gold traded near $4,508 per ounce amid persistent inflation concerns and ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Analysts»»»

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Al Awsat 13m

Russia Kills 4 in Massive Ukraine Attack After Vowing Retaliation

Russia pounded Kyiv with a massive missile and drone attack that killed four people, authorities said Sunday, after President Vladimir Putin threatened retaliation for strikes in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine. Multiple rounds of loud explosions were heard in the Ukrainian capital throughout the »»»

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The Peninsula 14m

Senegal football fans home after royal pardon

Dakar, Senegal: A group of Senegalese football supporters jailed following their country's chaotic, violence-plagued Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco in January returned home Sunday after being pardoned by the Moroccan king. King Mohammed VI granted the fans a pardon "on humanitarian grounds"»»»

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The Peninsula 14m

Crown Prince of Brunei Darussalam meets Qatar's Ambassador

Bandar Seri Begawan: HRH Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office of the Sultanate of Brunei Darussalam Prince Al-Muhtadee Billah met with the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Brunei Darussalam HE Abdullah Hamad Ali Al Adham Al Marri. During the meeting, they reviewed coop»»»

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Gulf News 19m

Bahrain raises readiness level, urges caution on suspicious objects

The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) has announced that all its units and services are operating at the highest levels of readiness and full defensive preparedness, according to a Bahrain News Agency (BNA) report. The General Command said it is proud of the advanced combat readine»»»

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Al Awsat 25m

Taiwan, China Coast Guards in Standoff at Top of South China Sea

The Taiwanese and Chinese coast guards were engaged in a tense standoff for the second day near the strategically located Pratas islands at the top of the South China Sea, Taiwan's Coast Guard said on Sunday. China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, a position the governmen»»»

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Al Awsat 25m

Türkiye Orders Police to Evict Ousted Opposition Leadership from Headquarters

Turkish ‌authorities ordered police to evict the leadership of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) from their headquarters on Sunday, enforcing a court ruling that reinstated the former leader and fueled a political crisis. Riot police and crowds gathered outside the gates of CHP he»»»

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Arab News 28m

Senegal football fans home after royal pardon

Dakar: A group of Senegalese football supporters jailed following their country’s chaotic, violence-plagued Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco in January returned home Sunday after being pardoned by the Moroccan king. King Mohammed VI granted the fans a pardon “on humanitarian grounds” on the o»»»

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Arab News 28m

Dubai set for ‘PFL MENA: Pride of Arabia’ showdown

DUBAI: The official weigh-ins for “PFL MENA: Pride of Arabia” were completed on Saturday night ahead of the event that will take place Sunday night at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. In the main event, the UAE’s Mohammad Yahya and Tunisia’s Mehdi Saadi both successfully made weight ahead of their fea»»»

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Gulf News 31m

Rubio hints at Iran war announcement within hours in India remarks

New Delhi: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday said “significant progress” has been made in ongoing diplomatic efforts related to Iran, adding that an announcement on a potential deal could come later in the day. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi alongside External Affairs Minister S. Jais»»»

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Novinite 42m

Bulgaria’s Antitrust Watchdog Launches Probe into Major Retail Chains Over Supplier PracticesOpinions

The Commission for the Protection of Competition (CPC) has opened formal proceedings against Kaufland Bulgaria EOOD & CO and Maxima Bulgaria EOOD, the operator of T-Market stores, over suspected unfair trading practices in their relations with suppliers and producers, according to an official s»»»

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Arab News 50m

Saudi Arabia retains Aa3 rating as Moody’s cites economic resilience 

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s sovereign credit rating was affirmed at “Aa3” with a stable outlook by Moody’s Ratings, with the agency citing the Kingdom’s strong economic fundamentals, expanding non-oil economy, and resilience to regional geopolitical risks and trade disruptions. Moody’s said the rating r»»»

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The Peninsula 50m

Starmer 'welcomes the progress' towards deal to end US-Iran war

London, United Kingdom: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday welcomed "the progress towards an agreement" to end the Iran war, as US officials said an announcement on a deal could be expected later in the day. "We will work with our international partners to seize this moment and achieve a»»»

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Arab News 52m

Senegal football fans home after royal pardon

Dakar: A group of Senegalese football supporters jailed following their country’s chaotic, violence-plagued Africa Cup of Nations final in Morocco in January returned home Sunday after being pardoned by the Moroccan king. King Mohammed VI granted the fans a pardon “on humanitarian grounds” on the o»»»

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Gulf News 55m

Kuwait Airways to operate 728 weekly flights across 58 destinations in June

Kuwait Airways will operate around 728 weekly flights to 58 global destinations in June, following approvals from relevant authorities, Acting CEO Abdulwahab Al-Shatti said. According to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), the airline is currently operating about 420 weekly flights across 45 destinations, c»»»

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Gulf News 55m

New Sharjah law puts inmate rights and rehabilitation at centre stage

Sharjah: The Sharjah Consultative Council has approved a draft law aimed at regulating and modernising the emirate’s correctional institution system, in a move officials said would strengthen rehabilitation programmes, protect inmates’ rights and further develop Sharjah’s legislative and judicial f»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

Ceremonial Procession Marking Day of Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture Begins in Sofia

A ceremonial procession marking May 24 — the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius, of the Bulgarian Alphabet, Education and Culture, and of Slav Letters — has begun in Sofia. Among those taking part are President Iliana Iotova, National Assembly Chair Mihaela Dotsova, Bulgarian Patriarch an»»»

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Al Manar 1h

IRGC Warns of ‘Hellish’ Response to Any New Aggression against Iran - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe IRGC Warns of ‘Hellish’ Response to Any New Aggression against Iran 24-05-2026 11:43 AM IRGC Commander Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi in an»»»

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Al Manar 1h

Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon reports Israeli air strikes on Doweir and Zawtar Al-Sharqiya as well as drone strike on the village of Harouf - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

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 reports Israeli air strikes on Doweir and Zawtar Al-Sharqiya as well as drone strike on the village»»»

Al Awsat 1h

Cyprus Votes for New Parliament with Corruption and Living Costs in Focus

Cypriots ‌went to the polls on Sunday in a parliamentary election expected to deliver gains for anti-corruption campaigners and the far right, while weakening centrist parties that back President Nikos Christodoulides. In a vote being closely watched for signs of public sentiment ahead of a 2028 pr»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Rubio Says Announcement Possible Later Sunday on Iran War

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said an announcement was possible later Sunday on a deal with Iran that could formally end the Middle East war, insisting goals had been met. "I do think perhaps there is the possibility that in the next few hours the world will get some good news," Rubio told repo»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai Police issues urgent Eid warning over dangerous fireworks

Dubai: Dubai Police has warned residents against the use and trade of fireworks during the Eid Al Adha holidays, stressing that such activities pose serious risks to public safety and can lead to severe injuries and permanent disabilities. The force said fireworks, often perceived as harmless enter»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Illegal barbeques top environmental violations in RAK this year

Ras Al Khaimah: Ras Al Khaimah Public Services Department has urged visitors to beaches and natural areas across the emirate to follow environmentally responsible behaviour during the Eid Al Adha holiday, warning against practices that damage natural sites and harm marine and desert ecosystems amid»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Abu Dhabi beaches roll out major Eid readiness plans

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi City Municipality has raised preparedness levels across public beaches in the capital ahead of the Eid Al Adha holiday, rolling out comprehensive operational plans aimed at ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for families and beachgoers as visitor numbers are expected t»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Qatar Permanent Representative to UN hosts 'From FIFA World Cup 2022 to FIFA World Cup 2026: A Legacy in Motion' reception

New York, USA: The Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nations HE Sheikha Alya Ahmed bin Saif Al-Thani hosted a high-level reception under the theme 'From FIFA World Cup 2022 to FIFA World Cup 2026: A Legacy in Motion' at the UN headquarters in New York, on the occasion of »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Pakistan signals readiness to host next round of Iran-US talks

Dubai: Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday said Pakistan is prepared to host the next round of Iran-US talks “very soon”, positioning Islamabad at the centre of renewed diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East. The statement came as regional and global powers inte»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Eid Al Adha 2026 UAE road trips: Best holiday escapes from Hatta to Liwa

Dubai: The Eid Al Adha 2026 holiday has been officially confirmed. Arafat Day falls on Tuesday, May 26, followed by Eid Al Adha from Wednesday, May 27 through to Friday, May 29. The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources has announced that public sector employees enjoy a nine-day break wh»»»

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Arab News 1h

Oman’s development lending falls 9% to $556m in 2025 

RIYADH: Oman’s development lending fell 9 percent in 2025 as financing activity slowed across several sectors, despite continued support for industries targeted under the sultanate’s economic diversification strategy. Total loans granted during the year stood at 213.8 million Omani rials ($556 mill»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

New York City to hold lottery for $50 World Cup football tickets

Doha, Qatar: New York City has launched a lottery offering 1,000 discounted FIFA World Cup tickets priced at $50 for residents. In a social media post, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said ticket prices for matches had risen into the thousands of dollars, prompting the city to introduce the init»»»

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Al Awsat 1h

Russia Uses Hypersonic Oreshnik Missile in Mass Attack on Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia used the powerful hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile in a mass attack on Kyiv, in a post on Telegram on Sunday. It marks the third time the missile, which is capable of carrying nuclear or conventional warheads, has been used in Ukraine. Russia»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Peruvian Foreign Minister meets Qatar's Ambassador

Lima: Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Peru HE Carlos Pareja Ríos met with the Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Peru HE Abdullah bin Jassim Al Ziyara. During the meeting, cooperation relations between the two countries were reviewed.»»»

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Arab News 1h

Moody’s affirms Kuwait’s A1 rating with stable outlook  

RIYADH: Moody’s Ratings has affirmed Kuwait’s long-term foreign and local currency issuer ratings at A1, maintaining a stable outlook, even as the ongoing regional conflict and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz have severely disrupted the country’s oil exports. In its latest report, the»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Sharjah to develop Dh183m American school for more than 2,400 students

Sharjah: The Sharjah Investment and Development Authority, Shurooq, has signed an agreement with SANAM Group to develop a new American curriculum K-12 school in Sharjah Sustainable City, in a project expected to attract investments of up to $50 million (Dh183 million) over the coming years. The new»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Gaza Hospital Says Child among Three Killed in Israeli Strike

A pre-dawn Israeli airstrike killed three members of a Palestinian family, including a one-year-old child, in central Gaza on Sunday, a hospital said. Gaza remains gripped with daily violence despite a formal ceasefire in place since October, with both the Israeli military and Hamas accusing one an»»»

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RT 2h

Czech president urges tougher NATO response to Russia

Czech President Petr Pavel has urged NATO to “show its teeth” in response to what he described as Russian “provocations” on the bloc’s eastern flank. Pavel’s remarks follow a series of Ukrainian drone incursions into NATO airspace in Europe. Since mid-March, long-range UAVs have repeatedly crossed »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar Embassy issues guidelines for citizens travelling to US during FIFA World Cup

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Embassy in Washington has issued a list of guidelines for its citizens travelling to the United States of America during the FIFA World Cup 2026. The list includes a few general precautionary measures, apart from travelling tips and their contact details in case of an emergen»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Mecca set to witness one of the rarest astronomical events in decades

Dubai: A rare astronomical alignment is set to coincide with one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar this year, as the sun is expected to align directly above the Kaaba in Mecca on the Day of Arafat, a phenomenon that occurs only once every 33 years. According to astronomers, the event will»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE warns cyber risks are becoming more costly and sophisticated

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council has highlighted the growing importance of cyber insurance amid accelerating digital transformation and the increasing sophistication of cyber threats targeting individuals and organisations alike. The UAE cyber insurance market is estimated at around US$70 m»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Education Minister Pays Tribute to Saints Cyril and Methodius on May 24

During a meeting with teachers, scholars, artists, and students, Minister of Education and Science Georgi Valchev said that on May 24, Bulgaria celebrates its most joyous holiday – a celebration of the word, knowledge, and the spirit, the Ministry of Education press service said on Sunday. On May 2»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Britain’s Navy Prepares to Clear Mines in the Strait of Hormuz While Waiting for a Peace Deal

Aboard the RFA Lyme Bay docked off the coast of Gibraltar, hundreds of British sailors are waiting to be deployed for a mine-clearing mission to the Strait of Hormuz that is still in doubt. US President Donald Trump has lashed out at allies for not doing more to support the United States' war effor»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

‘Party in the Back’: Competitors Vie for European Mullet Crown

Hundreds of distinctively coiffured participants gathered this weekend in southern Belgium for the annual European Mullet Championship to celebrate the once-maligned hairstyle. Best captured by the tagline "business in the front, party in the back", the mullet typically combines a closely cropped f»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Ministry of Foreign Affairs graduates 12 diplomats from Executive Master’s Programme

Doha, Qatar: Under the patronage of Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) has graduated 12 distinguished diplomats from the Executive Master’s Programme in Diplomacy and International Cooperatio»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Reyada launches ‘Dental Exclusive’ to expand advanced dental care services

Doha, Qatar: Reyada Medical Centre officially launched “Dental Exclusive” as part of its ongoing efforts to expand and strengthen the Dental Department with advanced, affordable, and patient-focused services. The newly introduced concept has been designed to provide complete and comprehensive denta»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Investment and Trade Court, Shafallah Center hold children’s legal awareness event

Doha, Qatar: In cooperation with the Shafallah Center, the Investment and Trade Court for Persons With Disabilities organised an awareness event under the title “The Little Lawyer,” as part of its efforts to promote legal awareness among children and adolescents in a simplified interactive manner, »»»

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Gulf News 2h

Petrodollar isn’t collapsing - but Iran war is exposing its limits

For decades, the global oil market operated on a relatively simple assumption: crude oil flows through the world economy in US dollars, and that system helps anchor American financial power. The Iran conflict is testing that assumption in real time. Nearly two months into the crisis, with the Strai»»»

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