Athens taxi driver arrested for double fare
An Athens taxi driver has been arrested in the city center for charging clients double the legal rate, police said Wednesday. The 59-year-old suspect was detained during daytime Tuesday by traffic police who found he had allegedly switched the meter in his cab to the post-midnight charge, which is »»»
Defence Minister meets Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa
Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - Minister of National Defence, Khaled Shili, met on Wednesday morning with Commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa, General Jason Hinds, on sidelines of the opening of the 15th edition of the African Air Chiefs...»»»
Saudi Arabia ready to host Hajj with 1.5m pilgrims expected
RIYADH: Five Saudi ministries jointly announced on Wednesday the country is ready to host this year’s Hajj, in which 1.5 million pilgrims from around the world are expected to attend and perform the sacred rituals obligatory for all able Muslims. The Kingdom has completed extensive preparations tha»»»
UK fines online suicide forum linked to 130 deaths £950,000
Britain's media regulator on Wednesday slapped the US-based host of an online forum blamed for 130 deaths in the UK with a £950,000 fine ($1.3 million) for "content encouraging and assisting suicide". Without naming the site, Ofcom said that the regulator had "concluded that the forum's provider ha»»»
Israeli Enemy Commits Massacre against Civilians in Arab Salim Town, South Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Israeli PM’s Office: Netanyahu secretly visited the UAE during the war on Iran and met with Mohammed bin Zayed - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Lebanon responds to Iranian letters sent to UN
Lebanon has responded to Iranian letters sent to the U.N., accusing Tehran of violating the Vienna Convention on diplomatic relations, interfering in Lebanese sovereign affairs, and embroiling the country in a devastating war against its will. Independent Arabia had earlier reported that Lebanon ha»»»
Netanyahu presented with solutions to Hezbollah drones, army asked for plan to deepen ground op
The heads of the Israeli defense establishment on Wednesday presented Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu with a number of technological solutions for the threat of Hezbollah's fiber-optic drones, the Israel Hayom newspaper said. In addition, the Israeli army was asked to "present a plan to deepen th»»»
UNIFIL says Hezbollah drone exploded at its Naqoura headquarters
The U.N. peacekeeping force deployed in southern Lebanon known as UNIFIL said Wednesday it is increasingly concerned about fighting between Hezbollah and Israeli soldiers near its positions, putting peacekeepers at risk, including with explosions of drones in and around U.N. bases. UNIFIL said that»»»
Lebanon says over 10,000 homes destroyed or damaged since Israel truce
More than 10,000 homes have been damaged or destroyed in Lebanon since a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hezbollah, the head of the country's National Council for Scientific Research said on Wednesday. "Since the current ceasefire... we have witnessed 5,386 housing units that were completel»»»
UAE adds 21 Lebanese people, entities to 'terror' list
The UAE on Wednesday branded 21 Lebanese people and organizations as "terrorists", ordering the freezing of their assets as it accused them of ties to Hezbollah, the official Emirati news agency reported. The United Arab Emirates, home to a large Lebanese community, was the main target of Iranian m»»»
France locks down 1,700 on cruise ship after 92-year-old dies
Carole Suhas and Thomas Saint-Cricq Bordeaux: French authorities on Wednesday confined more than 1,700 passengers and crew on a British cruise ship after an elderly passenger died and dozens suffered upset stomachs, health officials said. They insisted there was no connection with the hantavirus ou»»»
FM holds working session with UNOPS Executive Director on future cooperation prospects
Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, held a working session, Wednesday in Tunis, with UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of the United Nations Office for Project...»»»
Iran military says control over Hormuz to bring significant economic revenues
Iran's military spokesman said on Wednesday that Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could generate "significant" economic revenue and strengthen the country's international position. Iran has largely blocked shipping through the strait since the outbreak of war with the United States and Is»»»
Daytime Russian barrage of 800 drones kills six in Ukraine
Kyiv, Ukraine: A daytime Russian drone barrage mainly targeting western Ukraine killed at least six people and wounded dozens, the Ukrainian president said on Wednesday, in what appeared to be a pivot in Moscow's aerial bombardment strategy. Russia has been pounding Ukrainian cities for more than f»»»
Tunindex surpasses 17,000-point mark for first time
Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - Tunindex closed Wednesday's session up 1.75% to 17,099.83 points, reaching for the first time the 17,000-point mark with a high traded volume of TND 19.2 million, said broker Tunisie Valeurs. SOTUVER shares were the best...»»»
Tunisia–Madagascar ink protocol of agreement to transform potential into economic realities
Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - A protocol of agreement aimed at transforming potential into concrete economic realities between Tunisia and Madagascar was inked between the Tunisia-Madagascar Chamber of Commerce (CCTM) and the Malagasy Employers' Grouping...»»»
Doha International Book Fair opens tomorrow with record participation, over 1.8 million books
Doha, Qatar: The 35th edition of the Doha International Book Fair is set to open on Thursday at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center, with organizers describing it as the largest in the event's history. The fair, organized by Qatar's Ministry of Culture, will run until May 23 and feature broad»»»
Iran says has 'right to respond' after Kuwait arrests four citizens
Tehran: Iran's foreign minister said Wednesday that Tehran had the right to respond after he accused Kuwait of attacking an Iranian boat and arresting four of its citizens in the Gulf, calling for their release. "In clear attempt to sow discord, Kuwait has unlawfully attacked an Iranian boat and de»»»
CNRD approves five bills on solar power production agreements
Tunis, May 13 (TAP) - The National Council of Regions and Districts (CNRD) on Wednesday approved by majority five draft laws authorising concession agreements for electricity generation at solar power plants.The Council approved Draft Law No. 01 of...»»»
Netanyahu says held 'secret' meeting with UAE president during Iran war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a "secret" meeting with the president of the United Arab Emirates during the war with Iran, his office said Wednesday. "During Operation 'Lion's Roar', Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu paid a secret visit to the United Arab Emirates, where he met with»»»
UAE President and Qatar’s Emir discuss fraternal ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, during which they discussed fraternal ties and ways to strengthen cooperation across various sectors in support of the two countries’ development pri»»»
Latvian govt risks collapse after Ukraine drone incursions
Vilnius: Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina on Wednesday lost the backing of a key party in her ruling coalition after firing her defence minister in the wake of recent incursions by Ukrainian drones into Latvia's territory. The Progressive party's departure from the centre-right government, in po»»»
Iran says has 'right to respond' after Kuwait arrests four citizens
Iran's foreign minister said Wednesday that Tehran had the right to respond after he accused Kuwait of attacking an Iranian boat and arresting four of its citizens in the Gulf, calling for their release. "In clear attempt to sow discord, Kuwait has unlawfully attacked an Iranian boat and detained 4»»»
Egypt, Experience and Invest in the FIFA World Cup
The world’s eyes are focused on the soccer games in Russia. It is an event where world nations share sentiments, excitement and memorable moments. In an un precedented step, the Egyptian government decided to seize the moment by launching its campaign “Egypt, Experience and Invest” at the grand eve»»»
Gold steady with US-China summit looms
Singapore: Gold prices held steady in early Asian trade on Wednesday, as investors stayed on the sidelines ahead of a key US-China summit in Beijing, while keeping an eye on developments surrounding the Middle East conflict. Spot gold was steady at $4,713.39 per ounce, while US gold futures for Jun»»»