Ukrainian drones struck targets across several Russian regions overnight from Saturday, including an oil pumping station, a refinery and a fuel depot, Russian and Ukrainian authorities said Sunday. Kyiv however denied Moscow's claims that a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in R»»»

Drones piloted by artificial intelligence are now being deployed on the Ukrainian front lines, and while there has been much talk about them, there is still much that remains unknown. The US-made Hornet Drone, which is partially guided by AI, is at the centre of a new Ukrainian strategy to target R»»»

In this paper we discuss the subject of national projects and their direct relationship to macroeconomic and reform programme When analysing the economic situation of Egypt, we cannot separate the new capital project from the other major national projects that have been in operation since 2014. The»»»

The United States has approved a major expansion of Bulgaria’s F-16 Block 70 fighter program, authorizing the sale of additional advanced air-to-air missiles, support equipment, and related services. The decision was announced through a notice published in the US Federal Register and submitted to C»»»

RIYADH: Saudi banks’ profits before zakat and tax rose 6.1 percent year on year to SR8.24 billion ($2.18 billion) in April, according to data from the Kingdom’s central bank. The annual increase came even as monthly profits fell 18 percent from March, bringing April earnings to their lowest level i»»»

The Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) has approved the natural gas price for June at 35.62 euros per MWh, excluding transmission, access, excise duty, and VAT. The rate applies to supplies delivered by Bulgargaz EAD to end suppliers and licensed heat producers. Regulators described the »»»

Exchanging Bulgarian levs into euros remains free of charge in banks and post offices until June 30, according to consumer information platform “We, the Consumers,” which reminds citizens that the operation is carried out at the fixed exchange rate of 1.95583 leva per euro. The service is available»»»

Bulgarian MP from “Progressive Bulgaria” Vladimir Nikolov said in a TV interview that major retail chains have indicated readiness to reduce prices by around 15% following discussions with authorities and stakeholders. He stated that the sector has already presented a framework for implementing low»»»

Lille, France: Lille announced on Monday that Brazil assistant coach David Ancelotti, the son of Carlo, would be their new coach, a week after Bruno Genesio's departure. Ancelotti has signed a two-year deal with the French club but they did not say if he would leave his role in his father's Brazil »»»

Tunis, June 1 (TAP)- The Tunisia-Africa Business Council (TABC) and the Tunisia Consortium for African Development (TUCAD) announced the lauch of the Permanent Deal Room - a structured and permanent platform dedicated to connect investors,...»»»

Dubai: Authorities in Islamabad have ordered markets and shopping malls to close by 8pm as part of energy-saving measures introduced amid rising fuel costs and supply pressures linked to the US-Iran conflict. The Islamabad Capital Territory Administration issued the notification on Monday, with the»»»

Pro-Trump lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella secured a narrow lead over left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the first round of Colombia’s presidential election on Sunday. With votes counted from more than 99% of polling stations, de la Espriella received 43.72% of the vote, while Cepeda secured 40.92%. C»»»

JEDDAH: The gold market in Jeddah has entered a period of relative stability following weeks of heightened seasonal demand, with traders reporting a shift in buying patterns as consumers become more price-conscious. “Demand remains strong during Hajj, especially from pilgrims purchasing gifts and s»»»

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Monday that attacking Lebanon violates the ceasefire "on all fronts," warning that "the U.S. and Israel are responsible for the consequences of any violation," after Israeli officials threatened to bomb Beirut's southern suburbs. "The ceasefire between I»»»

Negotiation with Israel is "safer than war, as we have witnessed and continue to witness the horrors and consequences of war," President Joseph Aoun said Monday. "However, it will not solve the problem instantly; it is a process that requires time, and we have no other option," he added. "Unfortuna»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has opened visa applications for the new Umrah season from Sunday, Dhul Hijjah 14, 1447, corresponding to May 31, 2026. According to the Umrah season calendar for 1448, released by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, pilgrims will be able to enter Makkah and obtain Umrah permits th»»»

RIYADH: Wildlife conservation efforts have resulted in the birth of the first onager (Equus hemionus) in more than 100 years on Saudi soil at the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve, marking the return of a species that had disappeared from the Arabian Peninsula for over a century. The reserve»»»

JEDDAH: Every year, millions of Muslims travel to Makkah to perform Hajj, a pilgrimage that marks one of the most significant moments of their lives. After days of worship, reflection and physical endurance, many look for a tangible reminder of the journey they have completed. Traditionally, these »»»

A national test of the BG-ALERT system will be conducted from 11 to 11:30 am on June 2, the Interior Ministry announced on Monday. The purpose of the test is to verify the functioning of all system components, using the designated test channel. The test channel can be controlled via a mobile device»»»

Valletta: A powerful explosion from a fireworks factory in Malta injured two people Monday, sending a massive plume of smoke and debris into the air, police reported. The blast and subsequent explosions at the Ta' Lourdes fireworks factory on the north side of the Mediterranean island shook buildin»»»

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Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received on Monday, June 1, 2026, the Ambassador of the sisterly United Arab Emirates to the State of Qatar HE Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi. During the meeting, they reviewed bilateral rela»»»

Saudia Airlines has finalized a deal with Airbus to receive 12 new aircraft in 2026 as part of its ongoing fleet expansion and modernization program. By implementing this strategy, the airline aims to improve the efficiency of its current operations, expand its reach to new international markets, a»»»

The death of a 13-year-old schoolgirl weeks after a suspected Russell’s viper bite has renewed attention on Kerala’s recurring snakebite problem, with experts warning that the state is currently in one of its peak seasons for encounters between humans and snakes. Niya Lenin, a Class 8 student from »»»

DHAKA: Bangladesh’s deadliest outbreak of measles does not appear to be slowing despite nationwide vaccination efforts, doctors say, as they fear a new surge in infections following increased transmission during Eid Al-Adha homecoming. Since the 1990s, Bangladesh’s vaccination campaigns have been a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a telephone call from Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of the Swiss Confederation, HE Ignazio Cassis. The conversation addressed advancing bilateral cooperati»»»

Damascus, June 1 (SANA) Syria on Monday condemned the recent Iranian aggression targeting Kuwait as a violation of the Gulf state’s sovereignty and a threat to regional security and stability. In a statement, the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates said the attacks constituted an una»»»

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His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved the employment of 717 Emiratis in the Sharjah Government. The new employees will join 633 other UAE nationals who were employed in the government sector during the first five months of 20»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian Deputy PM and Interior Minister Ivica Dacic signed on Monday in Belgrade an agreement on accession to the Frontex Partnership Academies Network with Executive Director of the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex) Hans Leijtens. "The Agreement will enable the further en»»»

Dubai: Hindu devotees of the Tengger community ascend the active Mount Bromo volcano to present offerings of rice, fruit, livestock and other items as part of the Yadnya Kasada festival near Probolinggo, East Java province on June 1, 2026.The Yadnya Kasada ceremony is a ritual of the Tenggerese peo»»»

Dubai: When the call came through, Tejal Patni was fast asleep. The 56-year-old commercial film director, originally from Mumbai, has been living in Dubai with his family for the past 49 years. Patni has been participating in Big Ticket for a couple of years and lady luck finally smiled on him in t»»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia hosted a cultural evening in Kuala Lumpur, bringing together Malaysian and Saudi diplomats, officials, academics, and cultural figures, highlighting strong ties between the two countries and the Kingdom’s rich cultural heritage. The “Saudi Night” event was recently held on the »»»

RIYADH: Procurement specialists, purchasing managers and warehouse managers are among 12 professions now subject to a 70 percent Saudization requirement in the Kingdom. The move marks the start of the implementation of a Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development decision aimed at expanding»»»

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Traffic on the Danube Bridge connecting Bulgaria's Ruse and Romania's Giurgiu will be temporarily suspended on June 4 due to major repair works, the Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA) said on Monday. The interruption is necessary because of the specific construction phase on the Romanian side of the »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced the adoption of advanced technologies and modern equipment to improve the efficiency of curb construction and paving works across infrastructure projects, as part of its broader strategy to implement smart solutions and enhance project»»»

May 29 (UPI) -- Experts said a suspected earthquake that rattled portions of South Carolina was actually a sonic boom of unknown origins. The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the incident just before 5:30 p.m. Thursday was not an earthquake, but a sonic boom estimated to have originated in the St. »»»

May 29 (UPI) -- An Idaho man broke a potentially deadly Guinness World Record he has pledged to never attempt again: the longest duration balancing a running chainsaw on the chin. David Rush, who holds the most concurrent Guinness World Records titles, attempted the record at his oldest son's last »»»

Tunis, June 1 (TAP)- The International Exhibition of Spare Parts, Equipment and Industrial Services (SAPRI) is making its comeback after a 20-year hiatus. The event, organised by the Technical Centre for Mechanical and Electrical...»»»

A discussion on promoting foster care in Bulgaria brought together representatives of various institutions, a non-governmental organization, a clergyman, and a foster family at the BTA Press Club in Ruse on Monday. The discussion was part of the national joint initiative “Accept Me” of BTA and the »»»

RIYADH: Gulf stock markets fell 1.3 percent in May, diverging sharply from a global equity rally fueled by artificial intelligence optimism, as the third month of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiment and oil market volatility. According to Kamco Invest’s monthly report, »»»

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 airstrike in the town of Toul, in Nabatieh district 01-06-2026 14:34 PM Latest News»»»

BELGRADE - US President Donald Trump is by far the most popular US political leader in Serbia in a very long time, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has told Breitbart News in an interview. Trump’s popularity in Serbia in the run-up to the 2024 US presidential elections reached astronomical propor»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Minister of State for Energy Affairs HE Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi met on Monday, June 1, 2026 with HE Wang Hongzhi, the Administrator of the National Energy Administration of the People's Republic of China. Discussions during the meeting, which was held virtually, dealt with energy rel»»»

Manila: Senator Jinggoy Estrada on Monday voluntarily surrendered to the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (PNP-CIDG) at Camp Crame on Mondah (June 1, 2026). This came after the Sandiganbayan ordered his arrest in connection with plunder and graft charges stemmin»»»

TAIF: Taif Gov. Prince Fawaz bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz recently toured the governorate’s historic district, looking at landmarks and cultural sites that reflect the city’s deep historic and civilizational legacy. He visited several historic houses, artisan shops, productive family sites, the old mar»»»

Arab Finance: Maridive and Oil Services generated 171% year-on-year (YoY) higher consolidated net profits at $59.336 million in 2025, compared to $21.908 million, according to the financial results. The company achieved a gross profit from consolidated operations of $130.8 million, compared to $105»»»