Gulf News 22m

UN chief urges immediate removal of all Syria sanctions

United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Sunday urged the removal of all sanctions imposed on Syria during the era of ousted ruler Bashar al-Assad, as he concluded a two-day visit to the country. Syria's new authorities, who took power in December 2024, are trying to turn the page after more than 1»»»

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Jordan Times 31m

Gov’t expands natural gas network to boost industrial competitiveness — minister

AMMAN — The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is advancing a series of strategic projects to expand natural gas supplies to industrial clusters across the Kingdom as part of the Economic Modernisation Vision, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Saleh Kharabsheh said on Sunday.In a press st»»»

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Jordan Times 31m

Industrial exports rise 8.2% in first five months of 2026 — JCI

AMMAN — Jordan's industrial exports grew by 8.2 per cent during the first five months of 2026, reaching JD3.668 billion compared with JD3.392 billion during the same period last year, according to figures released Sunday by the Jordan Chamber of Industry (JCI).The Chamber said the JD277 million inc»»»

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Al Manar 38m

Israeli enemy targets Shamaa town, South Lebanon, with artillery shells: Al-Manar reporter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli enemy targets Shamaa town, South Lebanon, with artillery shells: Al-Manar reporter 26-07-2026 19:06 PM Latest News Urgent News Oil »»»

Sana 53m

Syria’s Investment Authority explores cooperation, strategic partnerships in UAE

Abu Dhabi, July 26 (SANA) Syrian Investment Authority Chairman Talal al-Hilali met during his visit to the United Arab Emirates with representatives of the private office of Sheikh Ahmed bin Mana bin Khalifa Al Maktoum (AMKM) to discuss investment cooperation and opportunities to develop strategic »»»

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RT 1h

ICC sacks chief prosecutor Karim Khan over sexual misconduct

The Hague-based International Criminal Court (ICC) has dismissed its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, over allegations of sexual misconduct. The chief prosecutor was ousted by the Assembly of States Parties on Friday, more than two years after the allegations first surfaced. The move was backed by an »»»

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Sputnik 1h

Iran's Foreign Minister Tells Lavrov Ukraine's Attack on Iranian Ship Won't Go Unanswered

On Saturday, Iran's Foreign Ministry reported that Ukraine had carried out an attack on an Iranian merchant ship, killing one sailor and wounding a second. Ukraine's attack on an Iranian ship constituted "a blatant UN Charter violation done at Israel's behest to drag Europe into its war," Foreign M»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Trump faces midterm reckoning with 100 days to US vote

Washington: One hundred days before the US midterm elections, President Donald Trump’s Republicans are staring down polling that points to the loss of the House of Representatives and a ferocious battle to retain the Senate. Trump will not appear on the ballot on November 3, but the stakes for his »»»

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Arab News 1h

Lando Norris grabs first race win of season in Hungary, Max Verstappen second

BUDAPEST: World champion Lando Norris claimed his first win of the season and 12th of his career with a resounding triumph for McLaren ahead of Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in Sunday’s helter-skelter Hungarian Grand Prix. The 26-year-old Briton, who started from pole position but had to recover after »»»

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Jordan Times 1h

Jordan, UK business leaders map strategy to boost trade, investment ties

AMMAN — President of the Jordan and Amman Chambers of Commerce, Khalil Haj Tawfiq, held talks in London with Secretary General of the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce (ABCC) Rita Massoud to explore avenues for deepening economic cooperation between Jordan and the United Kingdom.Meeting at the ABCC »»»

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France24 1h

Deadly Berlin Pride ramming believed to be 'Islamist terror attack', Germany says

German ​Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt ​said on Sunday that all evidence ​surrounding Saturday ‌night's ⁠attack at Berlin's ‌Pride celebration so ⁠far points to an Islamist terrorist ​attack. Police are still hunting for the prime suspect in the car-ramming, which left one woman dead and 29 o»»»

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Arab News 1h

Saudi Arabia restructures debt with $4.59bn sukuk as investor demand surges

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has restructured its government debt maturity profile through one of its largest active debt management operations this year, combining an early buyback of SR17.1 billion ($4.54 billion) in outstanding debt with a new SR17.2 billion sukuk issuance aimed at extending maturities »»»

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UPI 1h

German police ID Berlin Pride attack suspect as Islamic State supporter - UPI.com

People mourn Sunday in front of the Brandenburg Gate near the scene where a vehicle plowed into a crowd on the sideline of the Christopher Street Day parade in Berlin a day earlier. Photo by Clemens Bilan/EPA July 26 (UPI) -- German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt on Sunday identified the susp»»»

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Dailynews Hungary 1h

PM Magyar holds talks with F1 CEO: Here's what he said about keeping Formula 1 beyond 2032

Prime Minister Péter Magyar has confirmed that Hungary wants to remain on the Formula 1 calendar well beyond the current contract, following talks with Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali at the Hungaroring during the 41st Hungarian Grand Prix. Speaking after the meeting in Mogyoród on S»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE weather update: Chance of ran in eastern areas on Tuesday

Dubai: The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast partly cloudy weather with a chance of rainfall over eastern parts of the country on Tuesday. According to the forecast, fair conditions will prevail for much of the day, with clouds expected to develop over eastern areas during the after»»»

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Gulf News 2h

UAE expands its global CEPA network to boost trade, attract foreign investment and cement its role as a leading hub for sustainable economic growth

Dubai: The UAE is continuing to expand its global network of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements (CEPAs) as part of efforts to strengthen its position as a global hub for trade and investment and support sustainable economic growth, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The ministry said »»»

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Arab News 2h

Al-Zindani: Houthi attacks in Red Sea are implementation of Iran's agenda to destabilize region's security

ADEN: Yemeni Prime Minister Shaya Zindani said on Sunday that the Houthi group’s continued targeting of commercial ships and threatening the security of the Red Sea and international shipping lanes “reaffirms that it is implementing Iran’s agenda to destabilize the region and undermine internationa»»»

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France24 2h

Flavio Bolsonaro launches presidential bid in Brazil despite challenges

Flavio Bolsonaro on Saturday formally launched his campaign for Brazil's October presidential election, seeking to extend his family's grip on the country's far-right movement despite a series of scandals that have dented his once-strong challenge to incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. B»»»

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Arab News 2h

Where We Are Going Today: Burj Al-Hamam

Burj Al-Hamam is a Lebanese restaurant with two locations in Jeddah. The restaurant specializes in Levantine cuisine and offers a fine dining setting with calm interiors designed for a relaxed dining experience across all its locations. The menu offers a wide selection of starters that follows the »»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Romania says third drone shot down over its territory

Bucharest: Romania's Defense Ministry said on Sunday its air defenses had shot down a fresh drone within the country's territorial waters. "On Sunday, July 26th, at 10:13, a Romanian Air Force F-16 aircraft shot down a drone that had entered the national airspace without authorization," read a mini»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Discover how Sharjah’s National Food Factory will process dates and vegetables, support local farmers

Sharjah has showcased a new National Food Factory project aimed at strengthening food security, supporting local farmers and adding value to agricultural produce during the 10th Al Dhaid Date Festival, organisers said. The project, developed by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), i»»»

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RT 2h

Trump’s war on far-left terrorism goes global

For years, liberal elites across the West dismissed warnings about far-left extremism as relics of the Cold War or right-wing paranoia. Today, the evidence is undeniable. A recent US-led global initiative has the ambition to finally confront this resurgence of political terrorism with the seriousne»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Israeli Enemy Carries Out More Bombings in South Lebanon

The Israeli enemy army carried out 3 bombings in the towns of Aitaroun, Mays al-Jabal, and the area between the towns of Al-Tiri and Bint Jbeil, the sound of which reverberated throughout the South. At the same time, an enemy drone dropped explosives on Ali al-Taher Hill. Source: Al-Manar English W»»»

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Arab News 2h

Saudi mangroves prove resilient as scientists highlight role in climate, biodiversity

JEDDAH/RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s mangrove forests are doing far more than lining the Kingdom’s coastlines. Scientists say these resilient ecosystems store significant amounts of carbon, support marine biodiversity, and provide natural protection against coastal erosion, making them an increasingly imp»»»

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Gulf News 3h

US-Iran conflict: What UAE residents need to know this evening (July 26)

Dubai: The US-Iran conflict continues to shape travel and security across the region. Here's a roundup of the key developments this evening, including the latest on flights, the Strait of Hormuz and military activity in the Middle East. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app no»»»

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Arab News 3h

UN chief urges immediate removal of all Syria sanctions

DAMASCUS: United Nations chief Antonio Guterres on Sunday urged the removal of all sanctions imposed on Syria during the era of ousted ruler Bashar Assad, as he concluded a two-day visit to the country. Syria’s new authorities, who took power in December 2024, are trying to turn the page after more»»»

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Arab News 3h

Oman, Philippines to expand partnerships in food security, blue economy

MANILA: Oman wants to expand partnerships with the Philippines in the sectors of food security and the blue economy, its top diplomat said on Sunday after a meeting with his Philippine counterpart in Manila. Oman Foreign Minister Badr Al-Busaidi and Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro met o»»»

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Gulf News 3h

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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Arab News 4h

Al-Hilal join list of 20 biggest-spending clubs in summer transfer window after addition of Summerville

DUBAI: Al-Hilal have broken into the list of the top 20 highest-spending clubs in the world during the current summer transfer window, according to Saudi business daily Al-Eqtisadiah. The window only opened in Saudi Arabia three days ago, but Al-Hilal’s spending has already hit $79.2 million after »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 4h

Viktor Orbán shares his plans after politics: family, football, teaching

Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has revealed that if he eventually steps away from frontline politics, he would like to work at the football academy he founded, while also spending more time with his six grandchildren and returning to teaching. Speaking in an exclusive interview with H»»»

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The Peninsula 4h

London's Gatwick Airport suffers water outage

London: London's Gatwick Airport said Sunday it was suffering from "a water supply issue", with toilets reported to be out of order and restaurants closed at Britain's second busiest air hub. The issue impacting both terminals at the airport south of the capital -- served by several no-frills carri»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Water outage at London Gatwick Airport leaves toilets out of service

London: London's Gatwick Airport said Sunday it was suffering from "a water supply issue", with toilets reported to be out of order and restaurants closed at Britain's second busiest air hub. The issue impacting both terminals at the airport south of the capital -- served by several no-frills carri»»»

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Gulf News 5h

Oman bans ‘Na! Na! Na! Surprise’ interactive baby doll over chemical safety risks to children

Dubai: Oman's Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has banned the sale and circulation of the "Na! Na! Na! Surprise" interactive baby doll after identifying potential health risks linked to its chemical composition. In a consumer warning issued on Sunday, the ministry urged the p»»»

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Al Manar 5h

Lebanese Army: Israeli Enemy Continues Attacks, Violation of International Law

The Lebanese Army issued on Sunday a statement that highlights the continuation of the Israeli enemy attacks and violations of existing understandings and international law. The statement affirmed that the Israeli attacks hinder the army’s full deployment according to existing agreements and preven»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Five UAE aid convoys deliver 938 tonnes of relief to Gaza

Gaza: Five UAE humanitarian aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip, consisting of 76 trucks carrying 938 tonnes of humanitarian assistance as part of ''Operation Chivalrous Knight 3''. The convoys, which entered Gaza during this week, are part of the ongoing efforts of the United Arab Emirates to suppo»»»

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Arab News 6h

‘So proud’: Al-Maayouf leads Saudi boxing success at The Comeback in Jeddah

JEDDAH: Three young Saudi boxers gave the home crowd plenty to celebrate before the international stars stepped into the ring at Jeddah Dome on Saturday night at “The Comeback.” Sultan Mohammed, Mohammed Alakel and Ziad Al-Maayouf all emerged victorious in the opening bouts, a clean sweep that high»»»

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Arab News 6h

National policy helps cut drowning deaths by 31% in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: Integrated national efforts to prevent drowning have contributed to a 31 percent decline in drowning deaths across the Kingdom since the National Drowning Prevention Policy was adopted in 2021, according to the Public Health Authority. The decline, through the end of 2025, also helped avert»»»

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Al Manar 6h

Sharaa Dismisses Military Intervention in Lebanon: Syria Looks for Security Agreement with ‘Israel’

The Syrian interim President Ahmad Al-Sharaa dismissed any military intervention in Lebanon, highlighting contacts with the Lebanese government to discuss solutions that will help bring Lebanon to safety. In a televised interview, Al-Sharaa said, “The Lebanese solution may not be military; anarchy »»»

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Sana 6h

Lebanon committed to disarming non-state groups, restoring state authority, minister

Beirut, July 26 (SANA) Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji said on Sunday that the government remains committed to extending state authority across the country and disarming groups operating outside state institutions, describing the effort as an irreversible national priority. In an interview w»»»

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Gulf News 6h

China curbs retail gold trading? What happens to global gold prices now

Dubai: Major Chinese banks ended some precious-metals trading services for individual customers by July 24, fuelling claims that China was banning “paper gold”, forcing investors into physical bullion and preparing to send prices sharply higher. None of that happened on Friday. Here's why.. Get upd»»»

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Arab News 6h

Lebanon army condemns Israeli attacks preventing deployment in south

BEIRUT: Lebanon’s army on Sunday condemned ongoing Israeli military activities in the country’s south that it said were preventing its full deployment under a framework deal reached with Israel last month. “Israeli occupation forces continue their attacks and violations of current understandings an»»»

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Arab News 6h

Saudi dark comedy screens in New York

DUBAI: Saudi dark comedy “A Matter of Life and Death” screened in New York on Saturday, after showing in two Scandinavian locations earlier this year. Starring Saudi actor Sarah Taibah and directed by Anas Ba-Tahaf, the film screened at the Jacob Burns Film Center in Pleasantville, New York. It was»»»

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France24 6h

Romanian jet shoots down drone entering country's airspace for third day in a row

A Romanian fighter jet on Sunday shot down the third drone flying into the country's airspace in as many days, the defence minister said. A government investigation reportedly identified the first of the three drones as a Shahed model used by Russia in its war with Ukraine.  Romania on Sunday »»»

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France24 6h

‘Bullied, beaten up, killed’: Armenia's drag queens risk it all for the stage

Armenian attitudes toward the LGBTQ community have transformed in recent years, in part due to the war in Ukraine. While a queer club in Yerevan was firebombed in 2012, the capital is now home to a thriving underground drag scene. But despite these events attracting hundreds, police raids and famil»»»

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BNE 7h

Black Sea ports shut down as Crimea's blackout deepens

Vessel traffic into Ukrainian Black Sea ports has been fully suspended because of the threat of Russian attacks, Agrarian Policy Minister Taras Vysotskyi said on July 23, as occupied Crimea entered its third month of a deepening, Ukrainian-engineered power collapse. Ports close As recently as the p»»»

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RT 7h

World Athletics keeps Russia banned as Olympic isolation begins to ease

What is it with British ‘knights of the realm’ that they seem to be forever mired in corruption, scandal, and disgrace? Former Olympian Sebastian Coe can never avoid all three of those ‘specialities’, yet like his fellow Lords, Ladies, Sirs, and Dames, he appears to think that sitting high upon tha»»»

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France24 7h

Eye on Africa - ICC asked to look into xenophobic violence in South Africa

In tonight's show, Ghanaian nationals submit request to the ICC calling for an investigation into months of Xenophobic violence against migrants in South Africa. Also, around 20 people die in AFD attack in Eastern DRC as the Islamic state affiliated group steps up attacks. And Coconut trees, once a»»»

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Gulf News 7h

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 7h

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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Naharnet 8h

Berri not opposed to Aoun and Salam's course but not optimistic about outcome

"He who is admired by Saudi Arabia is admired by the whole world, and it seems Saudi Arabia admires me more than some Lebanese people," Speaker Nabih Berri has said. "I've always said it, and I still say it: we in Lebanon need a tripartite guarantee comprised of Saudi Arabia, the United States and »»»