The United States announced sweeping new sanctions against multiple entities, individuals and vessels linked to Iran, the State Department said in a press release. The measures target Iranian military officials, procurement networks, cyber groups and shippers and brokers involved in moving Iranian »»»

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic Adylbek Kasymaliev held another meeting on issues of providing the country’s domestic market with fuel and lubricants. According to the Cabinet’s press service, Adylbek Kasymaliev once again confirmed that the authorities will continue sub»»»

At this point, you might just believe that ageing is sold in bottles. A pharmacy can almost feel like a enchanted apothecary, with colourful bottles promising to reverse your biological clock. Hello boosters, powders, supplements and everything that sounds like it belongs on a chemist’s roster. It »»»

EU gas storage will be about 77% full when the heating season opens on November 1, 12 points below the fifteen-year norm and short of the 90% target. What happens after that will dependend heavily on the weather. Is a repeat of the 2022 gas crisis on the cards? Not necessarily. An IntelliNews Lamb»»»

Dubai: Egyptian police have arrested the owner of a private school in Cairo on suspicion of using parents’ personal information to obtain education loans in their names without their knowledge or consent, the Interior Ministry said. The investigation was launched after complaints by parents circula»»»

CYBERNOMAD FEST 2026, organized by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), will take place on September 22, 2026, at Zhashtyk Arena in Bishkek. According to the SCNS, this is a national forum, technology exhibition, and practical cyber exercises dedicated to cybersecurity issues in the Ky»»»

Dubai: Kuwait Airways will launch direct flights to Phuket, Thailand, from October 27, adding the popular Southeast Asian holiday destination to its international network. The national carrier will operate two flights a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, with bookings for the new route opening on Tue»»»

The laboratory of the National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) inspected plastic pencil cases, decorative pencil- and pen-tip attachments, wax crayons, and modelling clay — all tested products met product safety requirements, the authority informed MTI on Monday. The NKFH, together w»»»

The construction contract for the new bridge structure of the Gubacsi Bridge and the connecting track network has been signed, allowing the reconstruction of the bridge to begin — the Minister of Transport and Investment announced on Monday on his Facebook page. Dávid Vitézy stressed that this is a»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has warned expatriates against working for their own account, saying repeat offenders could face fines of up to SR50,000, six months in prison and deportation as authorities intensify enforcement of residency and labour regulations. The Ministry of Interior said self-employment »»»

Dubai: Rain is forecast across parts of the UAE on Tuesday as temperatures climb to 48°C, with unsettled conditions expected to persist through the week and winds strengthening to as much as 55km/h on Wednesday. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) said conditions would be fair to partly cloudy»»»

Feeling dizzy and unwell after cycling to work in Japan's punishing summer heat, warehouse worker Isao Tabuchi headed for his company's newest acquisition: a refrigerator for humans. The phonebooth-sized machine, where jets of chilled air ensure ice-cold comfort, only launched this year but has pro»»»

Like many Kuwaitis, Salem Al-Ghanem still vividly remembers Iraqi tanks rolling through his hometown when his small Gulf state faced extinction had US troops not liberated it from invasion. Now, decades later and six months into the US-Iran war, some are seeing those same American troops as more of»»»

President of Syria Ahmed al-Sharaa (L) meets with President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., on November 10, 2025. On Monday, the State Department delisted Syria as a state sponsor of terrorism. File Photo by Syrian Presidency/UPI | License Photo Aug. 24 (UPI) -- The U.S. State »»»

The massive influx of migrants into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has shown that Germany would be better off outside the Schengen zone, Alternative for Germany (AfD) co-chair Alice Weidel has said. The EU’s “borderless” travel system poses a threat to Germany as long as the bloc’s external borders r»»»

As more than 21,000 participants from some 165 countries gather in Dubai for the 22nd Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition, the scale of DIHAD 2026 reflects the urgency of the moment. Under the theme “Humanitarianism in Transition: Shaping the Future of Hum»»»

US tariffs ​on all Canadian cars and trucks, automotive parts and steel will be increased to 50% starting January 1, 2027, President Donald Trump said Monday, adding that the US does not “need” Canada after the collapse of trade talks. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said his administration had»»»

TORONTO: Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday after relations deteriorated sharply Monday, with President Donald Trump telling Canadian leaders to “fall in line” or face consequences “far WORSE” than existing tariffs and Prime Minister Mark Carney accusing W»»»

Crude oil prices dropped as Brent crude and Murban crude showed clear downside pressure overnight on Tuesday, even as a crude oil tanker was reportedly hit while transiting the US-protected route off Oman. As of early Beijing hours on August 25, 2026, the market is treating the latest tanker incide»»»

Paris: An international team of scientists from Britain, Sweden and France has identified a new mechanism involved in blood clot formation, challenging decades-old understanding of how molecules of the fibrinogen protein are arranged, a key component in the blood clotting process. Experiments condu»»»

WASHINGTON: The Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. If it happens, the move would be the largest single mass revocation of visas in US history and wou»»»

RIYADH: In January, a fantastical scene took place between the valleys of AlUla: French highliners dotted the sky in a suspenseful performance, while Compagnie de Chaillot acrobats and children from the AlUla community down below moved together, building on the idea of transcendence. This was a per»»»

CAIRO: Authorities in eastern Libya said they executed 10 people after their conviction by military courts on terrorism-related charges. The executions, announced Sunday, triggered condemnations by rights groups in the North African country that is divided between rival administrations, each backed»»»

The Supreme Court of the United States is seen in June. The court ruled Monday that President Donald Trump and his administration can start carrying out part of an executive order to restrict mail-in voting. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Aug. 24 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday »»»

ALULA: Villa Hegra, the first joint Saudi-French cultural institution, has expanded its programming in 2026 with new residencies in scriptwriting and tableware design. Villa Hegra was officially launched in October 2025 in AlUla and was inaugurated by Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan Al-Saud, mi»»»

Hormuz vessel traffic holds "steady". That count, however, may also mask an undersireable situation: a weaker flow of oil through the chokepoint. MarineTraffic’s latest weekly snapshot (posted August 24, 2026) shows vessel crossings through two critical Middle East chokepoints — the Strait of Hormu»»»

Doha Festival City, Qatar’s leading retail, leisure, and lifestyle destination, has launched its back-to-school campaign, Festival Academy, transforming the retail and leisure destination into an interactive learning and entertainment hub for children and families. Running until September 12 under »»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Social Development and Family (MoSDF) has launched the “Walk Your Kids to School” (“Wassel Eyalak”) campaign ahead of the new school year as part of its “Back to School” activities. The campaign intends to strengthen parental involvement in children’s lives and reinforce th»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital in Doha, has published a pioneering clinical study showing that oral diseases are highly prevalent among elite national-team footballers and may be linked to pain and an increased risk of injury on the pitch. Conducted duri»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Ooredoo, Qatar’s leading telecommunications provider, has unveiled its “Good to be Back” campaign as summer draws to a close and everyone settles back into work and school routines. The curated portfolio of exclusive offers is crafted to help individuals and families recon»»»

Tribune News Network Doha With generous support from donors in Qatar, Qatar Charity (QC) has implemented a package of economic empowerment projects in Niger to help low-income families and vulnerable groups improve their livelihoods and achieve greater self-reliance. The projects aim to move beyond»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation is organising the second edition of the QIYADA conference, themed “Guided by Faith: Thriving in a Changing World”, on September 25 and 26 that will once again bring Muslim youth aged 17 to 24 from across Qatar alongside scholars, thought leaders and inspir»»»

QNA Doha The Social and Sport Contribution Fund (DAAM) has signed a funding agreement with the Social Protection and Rehabilitation Centre (Aman) to support the Rehabilitation Programme for Victims of Violence and Family Breakdown, and the Support Programme for Children with Disabilities who are Vi»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation’s (QF) Pre-University Education has announced the opening of registration for the 2027 edition of its Akhlaquna initiative. Applications can be submitted on www.akhlaquna.qa and will be accepted until December 17, 2026. This year’s edition welcomes entries»»»

QNA Doha The Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) is stepping up efforts to develop curricula that equip students with knowledge, life skills and future-ready competencies, while strengthening their national identity and Islamic values, said Director of the Curriculum and Learning Res»»»

Washington, Aug. 24 (SANA) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday formally announced the rescission of Syria’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism after the legally mandated congressional review process concluded without objection, saying the move removes the last major barriers to pri»»»

PARIS: Saudi-French economic ties are evolving from a relationship centered largely on French investment in the Kingdom into an increasingly reciprocal partnership, as Saudi capital and expertise find new opportunities in France. The transformation comes as the two countries mark a century of diplo»»»

RIYADH: On Friday, much of the talk in Saudi football was about the apparent return of Al-Ittihad’s fighting spirit. A 1-0 away win against Al-Qadsiah, despite playing half the match with 10 men, was unexpected even among the Tigers fans. The victory rekindled their hopes after a 1-1 home draw in t»»»

LONDON: Israeli forces struck the historic Abu Salim Mosque in Deir Al-Balah, central Gaza, on Monday, Palestinian media reported, destroying what is regarded as one of the territory’s oldest mosques. Several Palestinians were reportedly injured in the attack. Video shared by news outlets and socia»»»

PARIS: Saudi Arabia and France called for a negotiated solution on Iran, the restoration of unrestricted navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and renewed efforts toward Palestinian statehood as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and French President Emmanuel Macron laid out a broad joint vision fo»»»

PARIS: French investment in Saudi Arabia is expanding beyond traditional sectors such as energy and manufacturing into artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, culture, financial services and gaming, according to a briefing on the investment relationship between the two countries. A report »»»

PARIS: For French companies looking at Saudi Arabia, the investment proposition is increasingly extending beyond access to the Kingdom’s domestic market. Saudi Arabia is positioning itself as a manufacturing, technology and logistics base from which international companies can serve markets across »»»

U.S. President Donald Trump, right, meets with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, left, in October 2025 in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C. Trump said Monday on social media that he will impose more 50% tariffs on Canada starting Jan. 1. File Photo by Shawn Thew/UPI | Licens»»»

PARIS: The economic relationship between Saudi Arabia and France is entering a new phase, with French investment expanding beyond its traditional strengths in energy and industry into artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, culture, creative industries and mining. The shift reflects the wi»»»

RAMALLAH: Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa briefed Cabinet members on political contacts and international efforts to halt the crimes of the occupation and terrorist settlers’ gangs and provide international protection for the Palestinian people. The Cabinet, during its weekly session on Monday, war»»»

PARIS: The economic relationship between Saudi Arabia and France is entering a new phase, with French investment expanding beyond its traditional strengths in energy and industry into artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, culture, creative industries and mining. The shift reflects the wi»»»

On the eve of the 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence, I find myself wondering whether my country will still exist in another 35 years. Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion, the rollback of democracy, a severely damaged market economy, and the degradation of every social system compel me, as»»»

Ukraine has opened a Pandora's box by attacking Russia's retail sector and should now expect the same treatment but worse, President Vladimir Putin said in an interview on August 22. “The Kyiv regime set out to damage our economy. What did it do? It opened this Pandora's box itself. Well then, expe»»»

NEW YORK CITY: Saudi Arabia strongly condemned recent attacks by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces against civilians in Sudan, including women and children, as he called on all parties involved in the civil war to honor their humanitarian obligations and work toward a permanent ceasefire agreem»»»

The fighter jet that crashed near Szolnok on Monday was a single-seat Gripen C, not the latest E/F model. Saab says it will assist the Hungarian investigation, while the crash has also briefly affected the Swedish defence company’s share price. Saab has confirmed that the Hungarian Gripen fighter j»»»