Qatar condemns Iranian attacks on Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan
Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the Iranian attacks on the sisterly State of Kuwait, the sisterly Kingdom of Bahrain, and the sisterly Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement, said this act is considered as a flagrant violation of the sovereig»»»
Despite the Prime Minister's Theater, Bulgarian Weapons Will Still Reach Ukraine
On Wednesday, at the start of a Council of Ministers meeting, Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced that Bulgaria would stop providing weapons to Ukraine. "We have already given enough," he said. "Our country continues to suffer socio-economic damage from this bloody war." The line was clean, declar»»»
Haaretz: Trump’s Key Lesson from Iran Strikes; Restrain ‘Israel’ in Lebanon for Any Deal - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Haaretz: Trump’s Key Lesson from Iran Strikes; Restrain ‘Israel’ in Lebanon for Any Deal 10-06-2026 12:11 PM US President Donald Trump in a»»»
Vazrazhdane Opposes Education Ministry Measure on Unused School Budget Limits
The Vazrazhdane party has declared its opposition to a decision by the Ministry of Education and Science (MES) introducing a measure concerning unused budget limits in state schools. “Whoever has touched Bulgarian schools has never seen anything good come of it. I call on all teachers’ unions to ta»»»
Remittances to Kyrgyzstan reached almost $700 million since beginning of 2026 - | 24.KG
In the first three months of 2026, the total volume of remittances received by Kyrgyzstan reached $699.7 million, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic reported. According to the National Bank, financial flows from abroad are growing monthly: Capital outflow from the country At the same time, a »»»
Israeli Concerns over Egypt’s Jabbar 150 Drone
Israeli media has recently raised concern over the Jabbar 150 drone, the latest Egyptian weapons system, despite having been unveiled nearly six months ago. Israeli news platform Natziv Net reported Tuesday that the unveiling of the domestically produced drone at the Egypt Defense Expo (EDEX) in Ca»»»
Gwyneth Paltrow unveiled as face of Israeli luxury development amid Gaza war
DUBAI: Hollywood actor and wellness entrepreneur Gwyneth Paltrow has been announced as the face of a new advertising campaign for a luxury residential development in the Israeli coastal city of Herzliya, drawing attention as Israel continues its military campaign in Gaza and Lebanon. Paltrow fronts»»»
Egypt condemns Iranian attacks on Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait
DUBAI: Egypt on Wednesday condemned Iranian attacks targeting Jordan, Bahrain and Kuwait, describing them as a dangerous escalation and a violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the three countries. Kuwait, Bahrain and Jordan reported drone interceptions, air raid sirens and missi»»»
Editor-in-Chief meets Greek Ambassador
Editor-in-Chief of The Peninsula Prof. Khalid Mubarak Al-Shafi received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Hellenic Republic to Qatar H E Christos Capodistrias at the newspaper’s office yesterday. The Ambassador was briefed on the evolution of the newspaper over the years, its miss»»»
President Iotova to Host SEECP Anniversary Summit Marking 30 Years of Regional Cooperation
President Iliana Iotova will host the anniversary Summit of the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP), marking the 30th anniversary of the regional cooperation format launched on Bulgaria’s initiative in 1996, Iotova's press service said here on Wednesday. The event will take place at the»»»
Saudi Arabia and Senegal end scoreless in final World Cup friendly
Saudi Arabia was held to a goalless draw against 10-man Senegal on Wednesday in the two teams’ final friendly before the start of the World Cup. Giorgos Donis, Saudi Arabia’s Greek coach, fielded a strong starting line-up in the first half before making 10 changes after the break. Senegal finishe»»»
Women in the Egyptian judiciary system, one of the fruits of the 30th of June revolution
By: Sherif Abdel Ghaffar In 30th of June 2013, the Egyptian people took to the streets demanding the end of the brotherhood era. Tariq Al Kholy a current Egyptian youth Parliament member and an active participant in the 25th of Jan revolution and the 30th of June revolution said to Parlamany newspa»»»
8 tax residency rules entrepreneurs must know before relocating to Dubai
Dubai: Dubai continues to cement its position as a top relocation hub for founders, executives, and high-net-worth individuals from Europe, North America, and Asia. The city's zero personal income tax regime is a headline attraction, yet experts warn that achieving full tax efficiency requires more»»»
Christian leaders in Lebanese city of Tyre call for quick international action after Israeli warning
SIDON, Lebanon: Christian religious leaders from Lebanon’s southern port city of Tyre on Tuesday called on the international community and Lebanese officials to act quickly to prevent Israel from attacking the city’s Christian district. Airstrikes on nearby neighborhoods killed eight people and wou»»»
US Apache helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump has confirmed media reports of a US Army Apache attack helicopter going down near the Strait of Hormuz amid Washington’s efforts to curb oil shipments by Iran. The Apache choppers are one of the key aircraft used by the US military to enforce the blockade of Iranian ports,»»»
Bolivian protesters threaten actions near military bases - UPI.com
Residents stage a blockade during a protest over fuel shortages in La Paz, Bolivia, on Tuesday to demand the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz. Demonstrators have disrupted transportation and caused shortages of fuel, food and medical supplies since early May. Photo by Luis Gandarillas/EPA June »»»
From Istanbul to the Gulf: The rail route that could reshape trade
Dubai: Saudi Arabia and Turkey have signed a pair of transport and logistics agreements that could accelerate efforts to establish a new overland trade corridor linking the Gulf with Europe and potentially revive sections of the historic Hejaz Railway network stretching across the Middle East. The »»»
Aoun: What does Sheikh Naim want?
Let Hezbollah chief Sheikh Naim Qasse "tell me what he wants. Does he want to fight? Let him go and fight; we've seen the results," President Joseph Aoun has said, according to his visitors. In remarks to the al-Quds al-Arabi newspaper, the visitors said Aoun dismissed reports of contacts between U»»»
Nobel Laureate Geoffrey Hinton and global business, tech, and defense leaders at ABSL Summit 2026 in Wroclaw
From June 17-19, Wroclaw’s Centennial Hall will be the epicenter of global economic discourse. ABSL Summit: "Know the unknown" will bring together 1,400 business leaders, government officials, and Fortune 500 representatives to address challenges from shifting geopolitics and AI development. The ev»»»
Strait of Hormuz tensions: US Apache crash, Trump’s call to ‘respond’ and how a navy drone rescued the crew
A US Army Apache helicopter was reported to have gone down near the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route, amid heightened regional tensions. US President Donald Trump said the aircraft was shot down by Iran and that Washington “must respond”, although there has been no independent confirma»»»
Abramov Glacier in Kyrgyzstan may disappear by 2100, UN climate talks say - | 24.KG
The 64th session of the Subsidiary Bodies of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has opened in Bonn, Germany, to prepare decisions for the upcoming COP31 climate conference in Turkey. Kyrgyzstan is represented at the negotiations by a delegation led by Dinara Kemelova, the Presid»»»
Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup?
Who is the Somali referee barred from entering the US for the World Cup? 12 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleRob Stevens,BBC Sport AfricaandAbdinasir Ali,BBC Somali Getty ImagesOmar Artan became a Fifa referee in 2018 after working his way through the ranks of the Somali and African ga»»»
Israeli Media Circulates Video Showing Direct Hit of Iranian Missile Attack on Ramat David Airbase
“Yedioth Ahronoth” Hebrew newspaper: With the approval of the military censor, satellite images reveal a direct hit by an Iranian missile on a hangar inside the Ramat David Airbase two days ago. "Yedioth Ahronoth" Hebrew newspaper: With the approval of the military censor, satellite images reveal a»»»
Zoom’s investments in Saudi Arabia exceed $80m, official tells Al-Eqtisadiah
RIYADH: Zoom’s global investments in the Saudi market have exceeded SR300 million ($80 million), according to Mohannad Al-Kalash, the company’s vice president for the Middle East, Turkey, Africa, and Pakistan, in remarks to Al-Eqtisadiah. He said: “We have a strong focus on Saudi Arabia, particular»»»
Tyre Christian leaders urge for action after Israel's evacuation warning
Christian religious leaders from the southern port city of Tyre called on the international community and Lebanese officials on Tuesday to act quickly to prevent Israel from attacking the Christian district of the city, as airstrikes on nearby neighborhoods killed eight people and wounded dozens of»»»
Why Zelensky asked Russian oligarch Abramovich to test Putin’s appetite for talks
Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed reports that he asked Roman Abramovich to pass on an offer of direct talks to Vladimir Putin. A Russian oligarch loyal to the Kremlin may be a surprise choice of messenger for Kyiv, but the former Chelsea owner has a history of acting as go-between since t»»»
Greece Clears Beaches Overnight as Tourists Leave Umbrellas to “Reserve” SpotsOpinions
Greek coastal authorities are increasingly removing umbrellas, sunbeds, and other items left overnight on public beaches in an effort to stop illegal space “reservation” by tourists. In popular coastal regions such as Halkidiki, municipal teams are clearing beaches early in the morning, often using»»»
Riyadh students win ReCreators award for sustainable art
RIYADH: Three Saudi Arabian students have been recognized for making artwork from recycled materials as part of Epson’s ReCreators contest. The competition was launched by the technology company on World Sustainability Day last October, when schools in the Kingdom were invited to take part. The aim»»»
In a first, India deploys 12 nuclear warheads: Report
Dubai: For decades, India was believed to keep its nuclear warheads and missiles separate during peacetime, a practice seen as consistent with its policy of maintaining a credible minimum deterrent rather than a hair-trigger nuclear posture. Now, a leading global arms watchdog says that may be chan»»»
Ben-Gvir suggests arresting women and young men in Lebanon
Israel's extremist National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has called for escalating measures against Lebanon, proposing the occupation of territory and "the arrest of women and young men," during a meeting of the security cabinet on Monday evening. According to the Israeli newspaper Maariv, Ben»»»
Beijing condemns US move to blacklist Chinese companies
China said Tuesday that it “firmly opposed” the US decision to blacklist major Chinese companies including Alibaba and Baidu, after Washington accused them of aiding the Chinese military. Beijing warned against what it called the “unreasonable suppression” of Chinese firms and called on Washington »»»
Israeli Media Admits: Iran’s ‘Euphoria of Power’ as Deterrence Fails - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Media Admits: Iran’s ‘Euphoria of Power’ as Deterrence Fails 09-06-2026 14:35 PM Israeli security officials have acknowledged a sta»»»
38 times Trump claimed an Iran deal was near. What’s going on?
DUBAI: It has been more than two months since US President Donald Trump declared that a deal with Iran was within reach and announced a ceasefire intended to create space for negotiations. Since then, Trump has repeatedly insisted that an agreement is just around the corner. Yet despite dozens of p»»»
Minister of Agriculture participates in Zero Waste International Forum held in Istanbul
The Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Abdel Latif Al-Taher, participated in the Zero Waste International Forum held in Istanbul, Turkey, last Friday (5 June). The forum is considered one of the most prominent global gatherings dedicated to reshaping the relationship between humans, resources, »»»
Israeli forces accused of blocking rescue efforts to Lebanese journalist wounded in airstrike
DUBAI: A recent report looking into the death of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil has found that Israeli forces allegedly prevented ambulance crews from reaching her for nearly four hours following an Israeli airstrike. Khalil, a 43-year-old correspondent for the Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar, was re»»»
Israel's permanent state of war comes with economic, social costs
The enormous costs of Israel's multi-front war and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's determination to turn his country into a "super-Sparta" of the Middle East are driving up the defense budget and raising fears of cutbacks in education and healthcare. The total cost of the series of interconnect»»»
Israeli forces accused of blocking rescue efforts to Lebanese journalist wounded in airstrike
DUBAI: A recent report looking into the death of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil has found that Israeli forces allegedly prevented ambulance crews from reaching her for nearly four hours following an Israeli airstrike. Khalil, a 43-year-old correspondent for the Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar, was re»»»
DefMin rejects claims on six oil tankers operations in Port of Constanta while on EU/US sanction lists
Defence Minister Radu Miruta, who is also serving as interim Minister of Transport, on Sunday rejected reports circulating online and in part of the media claiming that six oil tankers on EU and US sanctions lists had operated in the Port of Constanta."There is a great deal of discussion and someti»»»
From Sri Lanka to Doha: A ‘Tea Tasting Evening’ celebrating 159 years of Ceylon tea
Doha, Qatar: Katara Cultural Village in partnership with the Sri Lankan embassy in Doha will today host Ceylon Tea Tasting Evening — a celebration of the International Tea Day and 159 years of unbroken excellence of the legendary Ceylon tea industry. The evening will offer guests an immersive journ»»»
Israel used white phosphorus over populated areas in Lebanon, NYT investigation finds
DUBAI: The Israeli military has deployed white phosphorus munitions over populated areas in Lebanon during its conflict with Hezbollah, according to an investigation by the New York Times, that cited visual evidence, munition experts, aid organizations, and verified footage. Distinctive smoke trail»»»
Kyrgyz airlines welcomed back to EU skies, removed from blacklist after 20 years
After 20 years, Kyrgyzstan’s airlines have been removed from the European Union's aviation safety blacklist. The huge boost for the Central Asian country’s carriers was announced by the presidential administration on June 8. The European Commission's Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport h»»»
Israel and Iran step back from further strikes after renewed clashes
Israel and Iran appeared to pull back from further military action on Monday after exchanging fire for the first time since a US-brokered ceasefire two months ago. Both sides warned they would retaliate if attacked again, while regional powers and the Trump administration pushed to prevent the conf»»»
Netanyahu gambles close Trump ties with Iran strikes
JERUSALEM: Israel’s latest strikes on Iran have not only ignited fears of a full-fledged resurgence of war — they run the risk of damaging the close ties between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump. Despite Trump’s seeming aversion to the prospect of the war reigniting, »»»
UAE welcomes joint statement on Sudan
The UAE welcomed the joint statement on Sudan, which reaffirmed the shared commitment to supporting a peaceful, democratic, and stable path forward in line with the aspirations of the brotherly Sudanese people. The UAE commended international and regional efforts, including the outcomes of the Berl»»»
Pope urges Spanish Church to adopt ‘culture of care’, reparations for sex abuse survivors
Pope Leo XIV told Spanish bishops on Monday to provide reparations and adopt a "culture of care" ahead of an expected meeting with survivors of clergy sexual abuse during his weeklong visit to the country. The Spanish hierarchy had largely dismissed the scale of abuse in th»»»
Syria joins UN aquaculture meeting in Greece to boost sustainable fishing
Athens, June 8 (SANA) Syria, represented by the General Authority for Fish Resources and Aquatic Life, took part in the 14th session of the Scientific Advisory Committee on Aquaculture (CAQ) under the UN‘s General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM), held on the Greek island of Rhodes»»»
The world's record heatwaves - Statista
According to NASA, there is “unequivocal evidence that Earth is warming at an unprecedented rate”, Statista reports. Data from Copernicus, the European Earth Observation program for the European Space Agency, shows that July 22, 2024, was the world’s hottest daily global average temperature since t»»»
Teachers' protests challenge Mexico ahead of World Cup - UPI.com
Mexican teachers block an avenue during a national teachers' strike organized by the National Coordination of Education Workers in Mexico City on Tuesday. The CNTE union vowed to maintain their national strike indefinitely over their demands, which include a salary increase and a reversal of the cu»»»
Kenya's ex-chief justice arrested at protest against building on national park
Kenya's ex-chief justice arrested at protest against building on national park 6 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKaleb MogesBBC Africa AFP via Getty ImagesKenya's former Chief Justice David Maraga (centre) and nine others were arrested Kenya's former Chief Justice David Maraga has bee»»»