Doha, Qatar: Qatar's Ministry of Public Health has intensified its efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These efforts come in line with the National Health Strategy 2024-2030 and Qatar National Vision 2030, which place individual and family heal»»»

In a landmark address to the nation, President Rumen Radev announced that he will resign from his post before the Constitutional Court in order to participate in the upcoming elections. For weeks, speculation has swirled about the president’s potential resignation and plans to lead a political proj»»»

Italian fashion designer Valentino Garavani, known as Valentino, has died at the age of 93. In a statement posted on Instagram the Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti Foundation said: "He passed away peacefully in his Roman home, surrounded by the love of his family." The foundation said Val»»»

Syrian government troops tightened their grip on Monday across a swathe of northern and eastern territory after it was abruptly abandoned by Kurdish forces in a dramatic shift that has consolidated President Ahmed al-Sharaa's rule. A day after the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), once th»»»

Under Article 97 of the Constitution, the president of the Republic may tender his resignation to the Constitutional Court prior to the expiry of his term of office. In such case, the vice president must assume the office of president for the remainder of the term of office. Within a period at its »»»

In a televized address to the nation Monday, Rumen Radev said this is his "last address as President" of Bulgaria. He said he will be submitting his resignation as head of State on Tuesday and expressed belief that Vice President Iliana Iotova will make a worthy acting President. Under Article 97 o»»»

BELGRADE - Serbian PM Djuro Macut met with the head of the EU Delegation to Serbia Andreas von Beckerath on Monday to discuss the issue of Schengen area stay restrictions for professional drivers, faced by Serbian drivers in their daily work. Macut presented to von Beckerath a non-paper with propos»»»

Syria’s government on January 18 declared it has entered into a ceasefire with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), with the Kurdish-led militia that controlled the northeast of the country for more than a decade to be dissolved and merged with the national military. »»»

Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has moved to dissolve parliament barely three months after taking office, setting the stage for a snap general election in early February that she hopes will consolidate her grip on power and strengthen her authority within the ruling bloc, the nation’s Kyodo»»»

Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has moved to dissolve parliament barely three months after taking office, setting the stage for a snap general election in early February that she hopes will consolidate her grip on power and strengthen her authority within the ruling bloc, the nation’s Kyodo»»»

Syria’s government on January 18 declared it has entered into a ceasefire with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), with the Kurdish-led militia that controlled the northeast of the country for more than a decade to be dissolved and merged with the national military. »»»

Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has moved to dissolve parliament barely three months after taking office, setting the stage for a snap general election in early February that she hopes will consolidate her grip on power and strengthen her authority within the ruling bloc, the nation’s Kyodo»»»

Syria’s Ministry of Defence denied statements by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) that al-Shaddadi prison in Hasakah had come under attack, saying instead that the SDF had deliberately released detainees held there, SANA reported on January 19. »»»

Iran's Foreign Minister will not attend the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos following the deaths of civilians during recent protests in the country, the forum announced. "Although he was invited last autumn,»»»

Kenya has launched the privatisation of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), targeting about $824mn from an IPO that would sell a 65% stake, as the government seeks fresh funding for infrastructure and to ease pressure on public borrowing. »»»

Kenya has launched the privatisation of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), targeting about $824mn from an IPO that would sell a 65% stake, as the government seeks fresh funding for infrastructure and to ease pressure on public borrowing. »»»

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico visited US President Donald Trump at his Florida residence Mar-a-Lago during a visit to the US to sign a civil nuclear cooperation deal between Slovakia and the US. As bne IntelliNews cove»»»

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ED – this is bne IntelliNews's annual OUTLOOK report for Central Europe. We are making forward-looking assessments for major Global Emerging Markets in Emerging Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, drawing on insightful reporting from our bureaus around the world. »»»

ED – this is bne IntelliNews's annual OUTLOOK report for Central Europe. We are making forward-looking assessments for major Global Emerging Markets in Emerging Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East, drawing on insightful reporting from our bureaus around the world. »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Academic Bridge Program (ABP), part of Pre-University Education at Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, organised the Harvard Model Congress Middle East (HMCME) 2026 at Education City, in collaboration with Harvard University, under the theme "Diplomac»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani sent a cable of condolences to HM King Felipe VI of Spain on the victims of the train collision that took place in the southern part of the country, wishing the injured a speedy recovery.»»»

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STOCKHOLM: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met on Monday in Stockholm with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Sweden HE Maria Malmer Stenergard. Discussions during the meeting dealt with bilateral relations and ways to»»»

Riyadh, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Gulf Cooperation Council on Monday welcomed the ceasefire agreement and the full integration of the SDF into Syrian state institutions, saying the move will help enhance Syria’s stability and preserve its unity and territorial integrity. GCC Secretary-General Jassim al-Bu»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani met today in Stockholm with Speaker of the Parliament of the Kingdom of Sweden HE Andreas Norlén. During the meeting, they reviewed cooperation relations between the two countries and »»»

A legal battle between Pfizer and Poland begins on 21 January 2026 before a court in Brussels. Pfizer is seeking up to PLN 6 billion plus interest for COVID-19 vaccines that Poland refused to accept and pay for in 2022, arguing there was a massive oversupply and the doses would go unused. The dispu»»»

Nhood Services Poland has finalized the sale of a plot in Góraszka to Leroy Merlin, which will build a large-format store exceeding 55,000 sq m as part of the Project Góraszka development. The new DIY outlet will strengthen the project’s retail offering and serve as a major draw for residents of th»»»

European equities retreated from near record highs after Donald Trump announced plans to impose new tariffs on European countries, raising trade and geopolitical tensions. The Stoxx Europe 600 fell 1.2%, with losses concentrated in sectors most exposed to the US market, notably automotive and luxur»»»

Poland’s labor market is increasingly confronting demographic reality: skilled workers are scarce in transport, construction, and technical trades, forcing employers to reassess attitudes toward workers aged 50+, often called “silvers.” Experts note that this group offers experience, loyalty, and s»»»

Slower-than-expected growth in electromobility is failing to deliver the promised new jobs, while accelerating job losses in traditional automotive manufacturing. According to Polish Automotive Industry Association, Europe has lost over 150,000 jobs across carmakers and parts suppliers as vehicle p»»»

Parliament was gripped by debates and tensions from the very start of the session this Monday. The presence of Deputy Prime Minister Belinda Balluku sparked protests by opposition lawmakers, who said she should have resigned and faced justice. The opposition described Balluku’s presence in the cham»»»

Tunis, Jan 19 (TAP) - The schedule of the vessel Carthage has been modified due to adverse weather conditions forecast across the Mediterranean basin from January 20 to 22, 2026, in order to ensure passenger safety and comfort, the Tunisian...»»»

1 of 2 | President Donald Trump told European leaders that part of his renewed push for the United States to acquire Greenland is because he was not awarded the Nobel Peace Prize and now does not have to focus as much on peace in his actions. Photo by Yuri Gripas/UPI | License Photo Jan. 19 (UPI) -»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Local Organising Committee (LOC) for Football Events has announced the Qatar Football Festival 2026, set to take place between March 26-31. The Festival will include the men's Finalissima 2026 alongside a series of high-profile international matches with the participation of Qatar,»»»

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, in cooperation with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), organised a high-level dialogue on enabling women and children to secure safe and regular access to water in areas affected by armed conflict. The session was held under the patronag»»»

Dubai: Petrofac expects creditor approval for the sale of its Asset Solutions business to CB&I, with the Company Voluntary Arrangement tied to the transaction applying only to a limited group of creditors and leaving employees and trade partners unaffected, according to sources familiar with the ma»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Ministry of Foreign Trade has signed an agreement with Abu Dhabi-based AI solutions provider Presight, a G42 company, to build the Ministry of Foreign Trade AI Platform, a suite of AI-powered trade tools that will facilitate smarter, faster foreign trade and consolidate the UAE’s sta»»»

Tunis, Jan 19 (TAP) - Tunisia’s national crude oil production stood at 1,097 kilotonnes (kt) as of end-November 2025, reflecting an 11% year-on-year decline compared with the same period in 2024, according to the “Economic Outlook (November 2025)”...»»»

Doha: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a new food distribution project for the benefit of 72,000 war-affected and internally displaced people (IDPs) across the Gaza Strip. The initiative is co-implemented by Jordan Hashemite Charity Organization (JHCO) as part of the ongoing Qatari Ai»»»

Kabul: The Afghan authorities announced on Monday that several individuals had been killed and others wounded following a blast in the Shahr‑e Naw area of Kabul. According to preliminary reports, the blast resulted in fatalities and injuries, and details will be published later, said Spokesperson f»»»

Stockholm: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, met today in Stockholm with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Sweden HE Maria Malmer Stenergard. During the meeting, they reviewed cooperation relations between the two coun»»»

Dubai: Insurance companies in Oman will be required to pay cash compensation to motorists if vehicle repairs following an accident exceed a defined timeframe, under new rules introduced by the country’s financial regulator. The reforms, announced by the Financial Services Authority, amend the unifi»»»

Listen to Donald Trump and you would think Moscow and Beijing were lying in wait off the coast of Greenland, ready to pounce to boost their power in the Arctic. "There are Russian destroyers, there are Chinese destroyers and, bigger, there are Russian submarines all over the place," President Trump»»»

Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev will meet with the US delegation on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Reuters has reported, citing informed sources. Axios correspondent Barak Ravid claimed in a post on X that Dmitriev will hold talks with US President Donald Trump»»»

The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has reported strong growth in civil family services, with the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court registering around 53,000 civil marriage contracts and 21,000 civil wills since the introduction of Civil Marriage Law No. 14 of 2021. The figures highlight the court’»»»

The UAE strengthened its global water diplomacy efforts during ADSW 2026, led by His Excellency Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Energy and Sustainability. Balalaa highlighted investment, youth leadership, and agrifood resilience as key strategies to address global water c»»»

BELGRADE - The head of the Serbian government Office for Kosovo-Metohija Petar Petkovic met with Italian Ambassador to Belgrade Luca Gori on Monday to discuss the political and security situation in the autonomous province of Kosovo-Metohija and the course of the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue. In an I»»»

At least two babies have died and more than 50 other babies and toddlers are being treated at Israeli hospitals after they fell ill at an unlicenced day care centre in West Jerusalem. The three-month-old and the other about six months old were pronounced dead at Hadassah Mount Scopus hospital and S»»»

Tunis, Jan 19 (TAP) - Minister of Trade and Export Development Samir Abid underscored the vital role played by Joint Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CCI) in fostering economic relations with friendly countries, describing them as a key and...»»»