Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways has launched a limited-time global sale offering discounted fares from Abu Dhabi to more than 40 destinations across Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The airline said travellers can get up to 30 per cent off Ec»»»

Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its position as a global model for sustainable urban development and quality of life through a series of major projects focused on infrastructure, smart mobility, sustainability and urban expansion. According to figures released by the Department of Municipalities »»»

Brussels, May 11 (SANA) Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani said on Monday that Syria was seeking deeper partnership with the European Union based on mutual interests, reconstruction and long-term regional stability.Al-Shaibani made the remarks during the opening of the»»»

BELGRADE- The Serbian dinar's official median exchange rate against the euro is 117.3800 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 th»»»

BRUSSELS - Serbian FM Marko Djuric, who is visiting Brussels, attended on Monday an informal breakfast hosted for EU and Western Balkan FMs by EU foreign policy and security chief Kaja Kallas. While in Brussels, Djuric will have several bilateral meetings. The meeting, which addressed relations in »»»

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The cost of the US military operation against Iran continues to grow and has already exceeded $77 billion by the 71st day of the operation, according to the Iran War Cost Tracker portal. The resource updates data in real time and calculates the funds needed to maintain person»»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - China is ready to strengthen cooperation with Russia in various areas and contribute to the construction of a more equitable system of global governance, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said on Monday. "China is willing to continue to uphold the spirit of unwaverin»»»

GENEVA: At least 880 civilians were killed in drone strikes in Sudan between January and April this year, the UN said Monday, warning such strikes were pushing the conflict toward a “new, even deadlier phase.”The United Nations rights office said in a statement that its Sudan team had determined th»»»

ABUJA: ‌Nigeria’s Defense Headquarters on Monday denied reports of civilian deaths from airstrikes on suspected bandits in the northern Niger state, saying the strikes were intelligence-led and hit only militant targets. Defense spokesperson Maj. Gen. Michael Onoja said drone strikes carried out ov»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Lebanese Presidency: Aoun stressed need to pressure ‘Israel’ to cease fire and hostilities as well as to halt demolition operations 11-05-2»»»

The EU plan to phase out Russia as an energy supplier will end in the US reselling Russian oil and gas to Europe at far higher prices, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has warned. Speaking in Bratislava on Sunday, Fico said Washington has “a huge interest in buying all transit infrastructures” acr»»»

Dubai: Dubai Airports has been named a winner of the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, becoming the only airport operator included on this year’s global list. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The recognition comes after a difficult period for Dubai’s aviation sec»»»

Dubai: Dubai-based developer Binghatti Holding has reported its 10th consecutive record-breaking quarter, posting a net profit of Dh1.43 billion for the first quarter of 2026 as Dubai’s booming property market continued to drive strong demand for luxury and branded residences. The developer announc»»»

Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt Hassan Abdalla and Minister of Supply and Internal Trade Sherif Farouk witnessed on Sunday, May 10, 2026, the signing of a cooperation protocol between the CBE and the ITDA to enable electronic access to unified commercial registry data for the banking sector, »»»

In uncertain times marked by wars and rising transport costs, Bulgaria offers safety and peace, said BTA Director General Kiril Valchev at the opening of the BG Tourism – Summer 2026 forum in the St. St. Constantine and Elena resort near Varna on Monday. He noted that BTA is organizing the forum fo»»»

The expectations from the Rumen Radev government of Progressive Bulgaria now that the ministers have taken office dominate Monday's news media. POLITICS 24 Chasa has an interview with Vladislav Goranov of GERB-UDF, who says his parliamentary group will be supportive of decisions shrinking the budge»»»

Abu Dhabi continues to strengthen its position as a global model for sustainable urban development and quality of life through a series of major projects focused on infrastructure, smart mobility, sustainability and urban expansion. According to figures released by the Department of Municipalities »»»

As global study abroad decisions become increasingly outcome-driven, students are no longer focusing only on university rankings or tuition fees. Instead, long-term settlement prospects, including post-study work rights and permanent residency (PR) pathways, are now playing a decisive role in desti»»»

Mexico City: With one month remaining before the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico City, organizers across the three host countries are finalizing stadium preparations and security planning, while teams monitor injuries ahead of squad selections. The June 11-July 19 tournament will be the first Wo»»»

The Lebanese army said that it has arrested an Iraqi national for impersonating an Iraqi security official in Lebanon, the second alleged high-level imposter caught in recent months. A military source told AFP that the man had managed to network with Lebanese security and intelligence officials, te»»»

China's consumer prices ticked up in April as the cost of crude oil rose globally due to the Iran war, official data showed on Monday. Helped by the surging oil costs, factory gate prices also continued to show signs of recovery, rising for a second straight month after being stuck in negative terr»»»

Taiwan's coast guard ‌said on Monday that it had disrupted "illegal" operations by a Chinese research ship in waters close to the island and driven it away, part of what Taipei sees a provocative pattern of China's stepped up maritime activities. The coast guard said that last Thursday it detected »»»

Damascus, May 11 (SANA) Gold prices in Syria rose slightly on Monday, with the price of 21-karat gold increasing by 50 Syrian pounds compared with the previous day, according to official data. The General Authority for the Management of Precious Metals said the price of one gram of 21-karat gold st»»»

TEHRAN (Sputnik) - Iran does not rule out holding talks with the United States on the nuclear issue in the future and is ready to discuss it when the time comes, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said on Monday. "At the current stage, our attention is focused on ending the war. What»»»

BEIJING (Sputnik) - Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump will discuss bilateral relations, as well as issues of global peace and development during the US leader's visit to China, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said on Monday. "Chinese President Xi Jinping will »»»

JERUSALEM: Israel’s military said Monday that one of its soldiers had died in fighting near the border with Lebanon, bringing its losses to 18 personnel since the war with Hezbollah began in early March. Sergeant Major Alexander Glovanyov, 47, “fell during combat near the Israel-Lebanon border,” th»»»

Israel's military said Monday that one of its soldiers had died in fighting near the border with Lebanon, bringing its losses to 18 personnel since the war with Hezbollah began in early March. Sergeant Major Alexander Glovanyov, 47, "fell during combat near the Israel-Lebanon border", the military »»»

Since the announcement of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza last October, Israeli violations have continued and the toll of dead and wounded has climbed. Yet, that has not stopped residents of the Palestinian enclave — almost entirely devastated by war — from breaking into celebratory wedding cheers th»»»

Marat Tagaev has been appointed Permanent Representative of Kyrgyzstan to TURKSOY. The press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy reported. Previously, Marat Tagaev served as Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy. He held the position since early 2023 »»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has submitted for public discussion a draft of new regulations governing the collection, harvesting, and relocation of wild plant species. The document also proposes updating the list of wild-growing plants use of which will be regulated by the state. The draf»»»

From May 23 to 26, 2026, the city of Bishkek will host the 21st Asian Rhythmic Gymnastics Junior Championships and the 17th Asian Senior Championships. The Rhythmic Gymnastics Federation of Kyrgyzstan reported. The continental tournament will bring together Asia’s strongest gymnasts. Around 180 ath»»»

Personnel of the Bulgarian Land Forces' 2nd Tundzha Mechanized Brigade are taking part in the "Scorpions Legacy 2026" multinational exercise which is underway in Romania, the Defence Ministry in Sofia said on Monday. "Scorpions Legacy 2026" is planned and led by the Multinational Command Support Br»»»

The U.S. military said Sunday that the remains of 1st Lt. Lamont Key Jr. have been recovered. He was reported missing in Morocco on May 2. Photo courtesy U.S. Army Europe and Africa/Release May 11 (UPI) -- The remains of one of two U.S. soldiers who disappeared during exercises in Morocco earlier t»»»

Beijing: Chinese officials have warned fans against holding big birthday celebrations in honour of national team athletes, saying they can be distracting and are a waste of resources. In China, as well as other Asian countries like South Korea and Japan, fans often organise huge displays or events »»»

Damascus, May 11 (SANA) UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi said on Monday that the next phase of relations between Syria and the United Arab Emirates required stronger economic cooperation and deeper partnership based on mutual interests and development. Speaking dur»»»

Iran’s Army announced early Monday that its integrated air defense network intercepted and destroyed an intruding enemy reconnaissance drone in the country’s southwest. The Army’s public relations office confirmed that the drone was detected and downed by air defense units operating under the Joint»»»

In a landmark fusion of technology and media, Samsung partnered exclusively with Rotana Signs to execute a massive, nationwide out-of-home activation for the global unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Series. The campaign transformed Saudi Arabia’s urban landscape into a synchronized digital stage,»»»

DUBAI: Dubai Basketball secured their place in the 2025-26 ABA League semifinals after beating Spartak Office Shoes 88-84 in a heated quarterfinal round two clash in Subotica, Serbia, on Sunday. In only their second season in the ABA League, Dubai Basketball continue to build on a remarkable journe»»»

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s top market regulator on Monday approved Islamic brokerage windows for five securities firms, allowing investors to trade Shariah-compliant shares, sukuk and Islamic exchange-traded funds through dedicated platforms. The move is part of Pakistan’s broader push to expand Islamic»»»

Asia’s first defenses against energy shocks from the Iran war are running short and a more consequential second wave of impacts is beginning to hit. When the war started, governments scrambled to adapt to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for energy flowing to Asia. They made d»»»

Dubai: Emaar Properties reported a 33% rise in first-quarter net profit before tax on Monday, supported by strong property sales in the UAE and growth across its malls and leasing businesses. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The Dubai-listed develo»»»

Manila: Political chaos erupted in Manila on Monday, May 11, 2026, as the Philippine Senate descended into a stunning power struggle that ended with the ouster of Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III. In a razor-thin and explosive 13-10-1 vote, senators moved to declare all leadership position»»»

Researchers have made the ground shake in southern Switzerland, triggering thousands of tiny earthquakes in a monitored setting, as they seek to discover seismicity insights that could reduce risks. "It was a success!" said Domenico Giardini, one of the lead researchers on the project, as he inspec»»»

Iran's foreign ministry said Monday it had called for an end to the war across the region and the release of frozen assets abroad in its response to the latest U.S. proposal. "We did not demand any concessions. The only thing we demanded was Iran's legitimate rights," said ministry spokesman Esmaei»»»

U.S. President Donald Trump will pay a state visit to China from May 13 to 15, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China announced. «At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, U.S. President Donald Trump will pay a state visit to China from May 13 to 15,» the statement reads. Trump and Xi Ji»»»

The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic puts into circulation a silver collectible coin «Shanghai Cooperation Organization — 25th Anniversary» from the «Historical Events» series, on May 11, 2026. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is an international intergovernmental organization unitin»»»

Misrata Free Zone (MFZ) reported yesterday that its Chairman, Mohsen Al-Sagoutri, received representatives from the British company Lorasco, the Egyptian company AFM, and Sasso Oil Services, one of the companies working with the American company Halliburton in managing drilling fluid operations and»»»

Sebha International Airport announced last Saturday (9 May) the reopening of its airspace starting at 12:00 midnight on the same day. This comes following the completion of maintenance work on the main runway and aprons. It will be recalled that the airport was closed on 25 April for the announced »»»

Damascus, May 11 (SANA) The first Syrian-Emirati Investment Forum opened on Monday in Damascus, bringing together government officials and business leaders from Syria and the United Arab Emirates to discuss expanding economic cooperation and investment opportunities. The forum, organized by the Syr»»»

New Delhi, India: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to citizens to reduce their consumption of fuels like petrol and diesel, and to shun buying gold over the next year to save foreign exchange. Addressing a public rally in India's southern state of Telangana on Sunday evening, Modi a»»»