Colombo: Sri Lanka began offering a free Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for tourist purposes to nationals of 40 countries on Monday. The free ETA will be valid for 30 days and will apply to nationals holding diplomatic, official, service, or ordinary passports. Tourists receiving the free ET»»»

Mecca, Saudi Arabia: To avoid the punishing sun, Inas Gamal abandoned her ambitious plan of spending the days ahead of the Hajj praying in Mecca's Grand Mosque and retreated to the comfort of an air-conditioned hotel room to perform her daytime prayers. Despite travelling all the way from Egypt for»»»

ANGELES: Philippine rescuers were racing against time on Monday in a search ​for possible signs of life more than 24 hours after the collapse ofa building under construction in the city of Angeles, with crews carefully removing rocks and surrounding debris by hand. The painstaking manual operation »»»

BELGRADE - The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.4182 dinars for one euro on Monday, which is a slight change relative to Friday, the National Bank of Serbia said. The dinar is steady against the euro m-o-m, down by 0.1 pct y-o-y and down by 0.1 pct relative to t»»»

PARIS - Serbia's top-ranked tennis player Novak Djokovic has got off to a successful start at Roland Garros after a 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 first-round victory over Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard on Sunday evening. Djokovic, who won after two hours and 51 minutes of play, will next face another Fr»»»

Doha Qatar Chamber, in cooperation with the Entrepreneurs' Organization - Qatar Chapter and the Young Entrepreneurs Club, organized a dialogue forum titled 'Head. Heart. Guts.' at its headquarters, bringing together executives, entrepreneurs, and experts in investment, law, and technology. The foru»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have intensified warnings against beggars and itinerant butchers who exploit religious holidays and festive occasions to prey on public sympathy and bypass health regulations, revealing that 50 violators were arrested during Eid Al Adha last year. Brigadier Ali Salem Al Shamsi, »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe ‘Understandings, But No Imminent Deal’: Iran Warns US Shifts Hinder Talks, Insists on Lebanon Ceasefire 25-05-2026 12:30 PM Esmaeil Baqaei,»»»

Beijing: China always believes that dialogue and negotiation are the right path for the Iran situation, and the use of force is a dead end, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday. Mao made the remarks at a regular news briefing when asked to comment on media reports that the »»»

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reaffirmed the government’s support for the industrial sector that is deemed one of the main pillars of the economy and a key driver for achieving multiple economic targets, in addition to its developmental and social role. Madbouly made these remarks during a meetin»»»

Dubai: The United States and Iran appear closer than they have been in months to a possible agreement that could halt the war in the Middle East and ease tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. But despite optimistic statements from President Donald Trump and signals from Tehran, major questions rema»»»

From January to March 2026, Kyrgyzstan exported 152.8 tons of honey, valued at 37.3 million soms ($426,600). This figure demonstrates growing demand for domestic honey in foreign markets and the expanding export potential of Kyrgyz beekeepers. The Ministry of Agriculture reported. Compared to the s»»»

London: Britain was set to break its record for the hottest day in May on Monday, the national weather agency predicted, as the country sweltered in an "unprecedented" heatwave. "Today will be the hottest day in May in the UK in our temperature records, with highs of 35 degrees Celsius expected," t»»»

The six retail parks have a total gross leasable area (GLA) of 126,000 square meters, which adds to AFI Romania’s current portfolio and strengthens the company’s position in the country’s retail sector. The acquisition reflects the company’s strategic direction to expand its existing portfolio in R»»»

Dubai: Saudi Arabia’s national airline, Saudia, has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR, becoming the first carrier in the Middle East and Africa to receive the extra long-range narrow-body aircraft. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The delivery marks a key addit»»»

Dubai: UAE motorists could see fuel prices rise for a fourth consecutive month in June, although the increase is expected to be far smaller than the sharp jumps recorded earlier this year. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The reason is simple: oil »»»

New York, May 25 (SANA) Oil prices fell on Monday amid growing optimism over possible progress in talks between the United States and Iran that could ease tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and reduce risks to global energy supplies. Brent crude futures fell $4.64, or 4.48%, to $98.90 a barrel, w»»»

China's leader Xi Jinping met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing on Monday, state media reported, as diplomatic efforts by several countries to formally end the Iran war drag on. The high-level meeting, reported by state news agency Xinhua, followed Sharif's talks earlier in t»»»

Britain was set to break its record for the hottest day in May on Monday, the national weather agency predicted, as the country sweltered in an "unprecedented" heatwave. "Today will be the hottest day in May in the UK in our temperature records, with highs of 35 degrees Celsius expected," the Met O»»»

By the time many people think seriously about bone health, age-related bone loss is probably already happening. The foods and drinks you consume throughout life have a substantial impact on your future bone health - so it’s never too early to optimize your diet to support your skeleton. Building an»»»

DUBAI: Lebanon marked its Resistance and Liberation Day on Monday against the backdrop of continued Israeli strikes and fresh displacement in the country’s south, with officials saying the anniversary could not be fully celebrated while parts of Lebanese territory remain under attack. The national »»»

A delegation from the Ministry of National Defence of Romania, led by Minister Radu Miruta, was on a working visit on Friday to the Romanian detachment 'Carpathian Vipers', deployed at the Siauliai Air Base in Lithuania.On the sidelines of the visit, Minister Radu Miruta will hold a bilateral meeti»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - The issues of managing the Strait of Hormuz are not included in the memorandum of understanding between Iran and the United States, they will be resolved by the coastal countries, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said on Monday. "Concerning the Strait of Hormuz i»»»

Rescuers pulled two more construction workers from the wreckage of a collapsed nine-story hotel before dawn Monday, but both later died, deepening fears for at least 20 others still believed trapped beneath tonnes of concrete, twisted steel, and shattered scaffolding, rescuers said. The unfinished »»»

Dubai: In a humanitarian initiative launched ahead of Eid Al Adha, Dubai’s Rental Disputes Center (RDC), in partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charitable Establishment, has settled Dh3.5 million in rental-related liabilities to secure the release of 54 inmates and reunite them with»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports Israeli drone strike on the town of Harouf 25-05-2026 11:43 AM Latest News Urgent News I»»»

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that progress has been made in negotiations with Iran, while tampering expectations that there was a forth coming announcement about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. File Photo by Tom Brenner/UPI | License Photo May 25 (UPI) -- Secretary of Stat»»»

Dubai has rolled out a clear parking and transport plan for Eid Al Adha 2026, offering motorists several days of free parking across the city alongside adjusted public transport services to manage increased holiday traffic. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply cl»»»

Kyrgyzstan’s Finance Minister, Ruslan Suinaliev, told reporters about the allocation of large sums from the national budget to the country’s regions. The funds will be used for the construction of social facilities, preparation for Shanghai Cooperation Organization events, and mudflow relief. Accor»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli warplanes strike southern Lebanese towns of Yuhmor Al-Shaqeef, Al-Mansouri and Qlayle: Al-Manar correspondent 25-05-2026 11:41 AM L»»»

Multiple sclerosis is a condition defined by its unpredictability. For thousands of people living with this chronic neurological disease across the Gulf region, the journey from the first symptom to long-term management is often fraught with uncertainty. It is a journey that tests not only the resi»»»

The group’s commander has reported to Defense Minister Belousov on measures to link up UAV units to satellite communication stations. The defense chief also presented commendations to three formations for collective heroism and valor.To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgradi»»»

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday said Israel's withdrawal from the country's south was a "non-negotiable" demand that authorities would pursue through negotiations, days ahead of a new round of talks in Washington. In a statement commemorating Israel's previous withdrawal from south Lebanon»»»

Indian refiners turned to imports from Latin America and Africa after supplies from the Middle East were disrupted as the Israeli-US war on Iran restricted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, data provided by trade sources show. Refiners in the world's third-largest oil importer and consumer bought m»»»

The Administration of the President of Kyrgyzstan stated that, at present, there are no citizens in the country holding the positions of public advisor or public assistant to the head of state. According to presidential press secretary Askat Alagozov, the statement was made after some individuals w»»»

Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing on Monday»»»

Abu Dhabi: Cities across the UAE have unveiled extensive Eid Al Adha decorations and operational plans ahead of the holiday, with municipalities rolling out illuminated streets, expanded slaughterhouse services and enhanced public safety measures as residents prepare for the festive period. Al Ain »»»

As of 2026, there area 1,831 greenhouse farms operating in Kyrgyzstan, covering a total area of ​​298.1 hectares. The country’s greenhouse sector development is unevenly distributed across regions, with a significant concentration in the southern regions. The Ministry of Agriculture reported. Accor»»»

The new free trade agreement between the UK and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will deepen an already booming channel of trade and investment between corporates on both sides of the corridor. The UK and the six countries of the GCC are not starting from zero. They are already deeply connected t»»»

The Israeli enemy confirmed on Sunday that one soldier was killed and another seriously wounded after an explosive-laden drone launched by Hezbollah detonated near an Israeli occupation force in southern Lebanon. The drone struck at approximately 3:30 p.m., targeting Israeli troops operating near t»»»

Kyrgyzstan’s schoolchildren won seven medals at the Open International Biology Olympiad. According to the Ministry of Education, the Olympiad was held from May 15 to 22 at the Sirius Educational Center in Sochi, Russia. More than 100 young biologists from 18 countries participated in the intellectu»»»

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector remained resilient in the first quarter of 2026 despite regional tensions, supported by structural demand drivers, regulatory reforms and continued investor confidence, according to CBRE. In its latest market review, the real estate consultancy said the Kin»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar is expected to witness a gradual rise in temperatures over the coming days, particularly in the central and southern parts of the country. In a weather forecast shared on X, the Qatar Meteorology Department said temperatures in the capital, Doha, are expected to reach the mid-for»»»

Singapore: The dollar fell to its lowest level in a week in Asian trading on Monday. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of six currencies, slipped 0.1% to 98.95, its weakest level since the May 18. The dollar also weakened against the Japanese yen, falling 0.2% to 158.9»»»

Peshawar, Pakistan: At least 17 people were killed and 10 injured in a road accident on Monday in northwest Pakistan, officials said. The crash occurred when a passenger bus travelling from Swat to Peshawar in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province developed a mechanical fault and stopped on the roadside.»»»

Dubai: MBC Shahid has acquired global rights to Lebanese comedian John Achkar’s stand-up special “AAM JARRIB (Tryin’)” as part of a wider partnership with Front Row to produce six Arabic comedy specials for streaming audiences. On Monday, the official poster artwork and trailer for the show was rel»»»

CAIRO: A deal appears to be emerging between the United States and Iran to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz, and US President Donald Trump over the weekend said it had been “largely negotiated.” It is not clear when or how the deal might be finalized and when its various parts will take ef»»»