Sana 2m

Syria, EU discuss support for public finance reform

Damascus, July 27 (SANA) Syria’s Finance Minister Mohammed Yisr Barnieh met with a delegation from the European Union, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the SIGMA Programme to discuss technical assistance for the country’s public financial management reform agend»»»

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France24 2m

US holds fire against Iran as media reports say Washington's stockpiles are dwindling

Another night has passed without further US air strikes on Iran after nearly two weeks of nightly bombardments. US media reports that Washington's concerns over dwindling stockpiles of Patriot interceptors and other air defence munitions could be behind the pause in fighting.  Iran passed anot»»»

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The Peninsula 10m

Wildfires overwhelm exhausted firefighters in France and Spain

Bordeaux: Fire crews in France and Spain battling unchecked wildfires that have forced more than 300,000 people to flee were overwhelmed on Sunday as the unpredictable blazes advanced. France's southwestern city of Bordeaux, at the heart of a region of vineyards, was under threat, with a major high»»»

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Novinite 18m

Bulgarian Peach Growers Consider Uprooting Orchards Over Low PricesOpinions

Peach growers in Bulgaria’s Sliven region are considering abandoning their orchards as low purchase prices and rising production costs push many farmers to the edge of survival. In the country’s so-called “Valley of Peaches,” processing companies are currently buying peaches for compote production »»»

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Novinite 18m

Bulgaria Leads EU in Annual Fuel Price IncreaseOpinions

Bulgaria recorded the biggest annual increase in fuel prices among all European Union countries in June, according to data from Eurostat. Prices of fuels and lubricants for personal vehicles across the EU rose by 13.7% in June compared with the same month in 2025. The increase was registered in eve»»»

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Gulf News 20m

Oman sets new corporate expense deduction rules, makes THEQA digital ID mandatory for tax portal access

Dubai: Oman's Tax Authority has introduced amendments to the Executive Regulation of the Income Tax Law, setting new conditions for the deduction of certain corporate expenses and announcing mandatory use of the THEQA digital identity application to access its electronic portal from August 1, 2026.»»»

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Gulf News 22m

Dubai Municipality opens integrated animal welfare shelter in Warsan to boost responsible pet adoption

Dubai: Dubai Municipality has opened the Animal Welfare Shelter, a new integrated pet shelter at the Birds and Pets Market in the Warsan area, expanding the emirate's veterinary services while promoting animal welfare, responsible pet ownership and adoption. The project is designed to provide a saf»»»

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Al Manar 25m

Quds Force Chief Urges Saudi Arabia to Lift ‘Unwise’ 12-Year Yemen Blockade

The commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Quds Force, Brigadier General Esmaeil Qaani, has demanded that Saudi Arabia immediately lift its nearly 12-year-long blockade on Yemen, advising Riyadh to draw critical lessons from what he characterized as Washington’s “unwise and c»»»

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The Peninsula 36m

QFZ launches Qatar Diamond Exchange for global trade of diamonds

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) has announced the Qatar Diamond Exchange (QDE), a fully integrated platform for the trade of rough and polished diamonds and precious stones hosted within Ras Bufontas Free Zone. Bringing together trading, membership, vaulting, certification, and indust»»»

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Arab News 39m

UAE, Canada conclude record-speed CEPA talks to boost trade 

RIYADH: Bilateral trade between the UAE and Canada is set to receive a boost through lower tariffs and improved market access after the two countries concluded negotiations on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. The CEPA is set to enhance the already significant bilateral trade, which r»»»

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Gulf News 44m

From 79th to 101st: How Pakistan’s passport journey changed in 20 years — visa-free travel list explained

As millions of travellers prepare for the peak summer holiday season, the July 2026 Henley Passport Index highlights how global mobility has transformed over the past two decades. The 20th anniversary edition shows that the average passport now offers visa-free access to 108 destinations worldwide,»»»

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Egypt Independent 45m

Egypt, BP company to boost natural gas output with new mediterranean well

Egypt’s petroleum sector, in cooperation with British Petroleum company (BP), is preparing to bring the North Fayoum-4 gas well in the Mediterranean Sea online in the near term, with expected production estimated at around 80 million cubic feet of natural gas per day. The move comes as part of the »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 56m

Hungarian forint is the weakest since elections, still manages to hold on

The Hungarian forint strengthened on Friday against all three major foreign currencies, recovering from recent losses and ending the week on a firmer footing. While the domestic currency remains weaker than it was at the start of June, it has posted solid gains since the beginning of the year. Fori»»»

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Naharnet 59m

Syria reports fresh Israeli incursion, shelling in south

Syrian state media said Israeli forces carried out an incursion into the country's south on Sunday, a day after the visiting U.N. chief urged an end to Israeli violations and respect for Syria's sovereignty. State news agency SANA said that "Israeli occupation forces carried out an incursion early »»»

Naharnet 1h

US holds fire against Iran as reports emerge of stockpile concerns

Iran passed another night without U.S. airstrikes on Sunday, as Washington paused a war nearing its fifth month and reports emerged that concerns over dwindling munitions were restraining plans for further escalation. The lull has revived hopes of a return to negotiations after nearly two weeks of »»»

Gulf News 1h

Why Trump is hitting pause in Iran: The calculations behind Washington’s latest move

Military pressures, diplomacy and political realities have combined to slow the US campaign against Iran, but none of the underlying drivers of the conflict have disappeared. By the end of last week, the rhythm of the conflict had become familiar. American aircraft struck Iranian targets night afte»»»

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Gulf News 1h

India issues Black Sea warning after attacks on ships with Indian crew

India has warned its nationals to carefully assess the risks of taking jobs on commercial vessels operating in the Black Sea after a wave of missile and drone attacks since April. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the security situation in the Black Sea and adjoining maritime areas remain»»»

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Gulf News 1h

From Alia Bhatt to Priyanka Chopra, Bollywood reacts as student protests claim victory: 'Happy to see voices heard. It's done bro'

Dubai: A resignation that ended weeks of protest. Dharmendra Pradhan announced his resignation as India's Union Education Minister on Saturday, submitting his letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after weeks of pressure from the Cockroach Janta Party-led student movement. The reaction from Bollyw»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 1h

State Budget Adoption Ends Public Finance Management Crisis, National Assembly Deputy Chair Angelov

In a bTV interview on Sunday, National Assembly Deputy Chair Ivan Angelov of Progressive Bulgaria said that the adoption of the 2026 state budget brings an end to the crisis in public finance management and, in one way or another, weakens the opposition by depriving it of the opportunity to blame t»»»

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Arab News 1h

Syria reports fresh Israeli incursion, shelling in south

Syrian state media said Israeli forces carried out an incursion into the country’s south on Sunday, a day after the visiting UN chief urged an end to Israeli violations and respect for Syria’s sovereignty. State news agency SANA said that “Israeli occupation forces carried out an incursion early Su»»»

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Arab News 1h

Hezbollah cash crunch stalls Lebanon war compensation

BEIRUT: Compensation for victims of the latest war with Israel has stalled, with neither the Lebanese state nor Hezbollah putting forward a mechanism to begin payments. Damage surveys are continuing in several areas, but thousands of residents are still waiting for an official announcement on when »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Spanish firefighters battle new blaze front as 15,000 evacuated

Madrid: Spanish firefighters on Sunday battled a new front of fires near the coastal city of Valencia, where at least 15,000 people were evacuated. Spain has already evacuated tens of thousands of people from villages west of the capital Madrid where extremely dry conditions have been worsened by h»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE programme brings prosthetic limbs and rehabilitation support to Gaza amputees

The UAE is expanding medical and rehabilitation support for people injured in Gaza, as estimates show that more than 100,000 people are now living with disabilities caused by the war. Through Operation Gallant Knight 3, the UAE is providing treatment, prosthetic limbs, wheelchairs and other medical»»»

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Gulf News 2h

India’s visa-free travel map changed in July: 4 countries dropped — destinations you can still visit

India’s passport now offers visa-free, visa-on-arrival or simplified entry access to 55 destinations, but four countries changed their rules in 2026, making travel more complicated for Indian holidaymakers. With summer travel season underway, many Indians are planning international holidays, family»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 2h

Services Sector Has Been Main Driver of Price Pressures in Bulgaria, NSI Deputy Head Says

The strongest pressure on prices in Bulgaria over the past two to two-and-a-half years has come from the services sector, Svilen Kolev, deputy head of the National Statistical Institute (NSI), told Nova TV on Sunday. He said prices for hotels, restaurants and accommodation had risen by between 20% »»»

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Sputnik 2h

Iran Ready to Rebuild Trust With Immediate Neighbors – Araghchi

Iran’s military actions during the 40-day war were aimed at responding to US and Israeli attacks rather than targeting regional states, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told the Iran newspaper. “I see the will to rebuild trust. We are neighbors and will remain neighbors. We must live togethe»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 2h

Selling property in Hungary: Best price strategy for 2026

My previous columns looked at the Hungarian property market almost entirely through the buyer’s eyes – how foreign nationals can purchase, where to look, how the process works and what happens on inheritance. This piece is about the other side: the seller’s. The occasion is a natural one – those wh»»»

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Arab News 3h

Iran says progress in Oman talks on Hormuz strait management

TEHRAN: Iran said on Sunday it had made progress in talks with Oman on management of the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway crucial for oil and gas trade that both countries border. The latest talks come after the United States resumed attacks on Iran in an effort to end Tehran’s control of t»»»

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Gulf News 3h

How these RTA project eases major traffic bottlenecks

Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a major new bridge under the Oud Metha and Al Asayel Streets Development Project, bringing motorists closer to relief from one of the city’s busiest traffic bottlenecks. The latest opening is part of a wider road upgrade designed to unta»»»

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UPI 3h

On This Day, July 26: Truman orders desegregation of military - UPI.com

On July 26, 1948, President Harry S. Truman ordered desegregation of the U.S. military. 1 of 5 | Graduating midshipmen arrive for the graduation and commissioning ceremony at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md. on May 26, 2017. On July 26, 1948, President Harry S. Truman ordered desegregation »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Al Sadd's Claudinho targets another title as QSL clubs gear up abroad

Doha, Qatar: Reigning Qatar Stars League champions Al Sadd are undergoing an intensive pre-season camp in Austria, where midfielder Claudinho says the squad has embraced new head coach Razvan Lucescu's ideas from the very start. “Training has been very good. We are working very hard and also unders»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Step inside LexCorp as Warner Bros. World opens its biggest new DC ride in Abu Dhabi

Dubai: A new villain takes over Metropolis. Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has a new resident, and he's not one of the good guys. Kryptonite Collider, the park's newest thrill ride, officially opened to the public today, marking the first permanent new attraction the park has added since »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

QIIB announces winner of QR1m grand prize draw for June

Doha, Qatar: QIIB has announced the winner of the QR1m grand prize in the June 2026 draw for its ‘Joud’ savings account. Abdullah Hamad Al-Mesaifri Retail Branches Manager at QIIB presented the QR1m cheque to the winner, Enas Jamal A S Nasser during a ceremony held at the Bank’s headquarters on Gra»»»

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Gulf News 3h

Iran says progress in Oman talks on Strait of Hormuz management

Tehran: Iran said on Sunday it had made progress in talks with Oman on management of the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic waterway crucial for oil and gas trade that both countries border. The latest talks come after the United States resumed attacks on Iran in an effort to end Tehran's control of t»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Why US dollar remains resilient despite structural headwinds

Doha, Qatar: In recent years, the US dollar has faced mounting pressure from structural headwinds, including an overvalued real exchange rate, persistent fiscal and trade deficits, and the gradual diversification of international reserves by central banks. These factors have led many analysts to qu»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

QC and Portuguese Industrial Association sign MoU to boost economic cooperation

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Chamber (QC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Portuguese Industrial Association – Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AIP–CCI), aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two organizations, promoting business development, encouraging investment in Qatar a»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

DFI, Mathaf host immersive workshop on visual scoring and sound design

Doha, Qatar: The Doha Film Institute (DFI), in collaboration with Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, successfully conducted an immersive five-day summer workshop on Visual Scoring and Sound Design, empowering young creatives to explore innovative approaches to audio-visual creation. Held recently a»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

QCS raises awareness on early detection of blood cancers

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) has launched a month-long awareness campaign aimed at increasing public awareness of blood cancers and highlighting the importance of early detection, which plays a vital role in improving treatment outcomes and quality of life. The Society noted that recent »»»

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Novinite 4h

Radev's Bezmer U-Turn

Bulgaria's parliament approved the deployment of up to eight US KC-135 tanker aircraft and 250 service members at the Bezmer air base near Yambol on July 22, voting 135 to 13 with two abstentions. The planes, needed for refueling in Middle East operations (as Western media likes to call the f'n US-»»»

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Gulf News 4h

‘Just the beginning’: How CJP’s 37-day protest forced a minister’s exit — what’s next?

The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on Sunday celebrated the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan after a 37-day youth-led agitation over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy, calling it a victory for students. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - s»»»

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Arabfinance 4h

Egypt’s North Coast: Building a Year-Round Destination Economy Arab Finance For Information Technology

Egypt’s North Coast is entering a new phase of development in which tourism, urban expansion, and private-sector innovation are increasingly tied together. Rather than being shaped by isolated projects or seasonal activity, the region is evolving into a more integrated investment landscape where Ne»»»

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Arabfinance 4h

MYS: Strengthening Egypt's Competitive Edge in Global Apparel Manufacturing Arab Finance For Information Technology

Arab Finance: As Egypt accelerates its industrialization agenda and intensifies efforts to expand non-oil exports, the ready-made garments (RMG) sector has emerged as one of the country's fastest-growing manufacturing industries and a key source of foreign currency earnings. Benefiting from strateg»»»

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Gulf News 4h

They studied for years, then had to do it all twice — UAE students on surviving NEET 2026, mid-war

Dubai: Ask any adult to sit a competitive exam today, and most would struggle. Now imagine sitting it twice, months apart, with a war breaking out in between. That is what nearly 1,900 students across Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi went through this year, after India’s National Eligibility cum Entran»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

GTA clarifies facts on sweetened drinks excise tax

Doha, Qatar: The General Tax Authority (GTA) has addressed common misconceptions surrounding the application of the excise tax on sweetened drinks, emphasising that the levy is applied selectively based on sugar content and product type rather than across all sugary products. In an official social »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

QPC condemns 14th extension of closure of Al Jazeera’s Jerusalem office

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Press Center (QPC) has strongly condemned the decision by the Israeli occupation authorities to extend the ban on Al Jazeera’s operations, keep its Jerusalem office closed, and prohibit broadcasting companies from providing their services for an additional 90 days in occupied»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Qatar makes significant progress in water, power conservation goals

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has made significant progress in reducing water and electricity consumption through the National Programme for Conservation and Energy Efficiency (Tarsheed), with the Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) highlighting the role of public awareness, smart techn»»»

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Arabfinance 5h

Egypt's crude oil output surges to highest level in 2 years Arab Finance For Information Technology

Arab Finance: Egypt's crude oil production has recorded its highest level in nearly two years, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi announced during his visit to refinery efficiency enhancement projects at Alexandria Petroleum Company. The milestone reflects the success of the m»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Residents cash in on Dubai real estate cooldown amid regional turmoil

Dubai: Just over a year after moving to Dubai, Steve found himself moving unexpectedly up the property ladder, taking advantage of a cooling real estate market amid the Middle East war. His new apartment is larger and closer to work than his previous residence, but the rent is nonetheless 15 percen»»»

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Arab News 5h

Van slams into crowd at Berlin festival, killing 1 and injuring 16, as police identify suspect

BERLIN: A van slammed into people gathered for Berlin’s famed Pride festival on Saturday night, killing one person, injuring at least 16 others and prompting police to call off the celebrations and a concert in the German capital hours after they had begun. Berlin police said they have identified a»»»

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