Slain Son of Former Libya Ruler Gaddafi to Be Buried South of Capital
The slain son of former Libyan ruler Muammar Gaddafi will be buried in a town south of the capital that remains loyal to the family, relatives said Thursday. Seif al-Islam Gaddafi, once seen by some as Libya's heir apparent, was shot dead in his home in the northwestern city of Zintan on Tuesday. H»»»
Souq Waqif exhibition offers wide variety of dates
DOHA: The fourth edition of the Souq Waqif International Dates Exhibition opened yesterday at the Eastern Square of Souq Waqif, bringing together regional exhibitors and visitors from across the world to showcase a wide range of dates and date-based products. The exhibition features premium varieti»»»
Trump backs Takaichi as Japan heads into election weekend
Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, two days before voters go to the polls in a snap election that will test her authority at home and her strategy abroad. The US president’s i»»»
Trump backs Takaichi as Japan heads into election weekend
Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, two days before voters go to the polls in a snap election that will test her authority at home and her strategy abroad. The US president’s i»»»
Trump backs Takaichi as Japan heads into election weekend
Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, two days before voters go to the polls in a snap election that will test her authority at home and her strategy abroad. The US president’s i»»»
Trump backs Takaichi as Japan heads into election weekend
Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, two days before voters go to the polls in a snap election that will test her authority at home and her strategy abroad. The US president’s i»»»
Trump backs Takaichi as Japan heads into election weekend
Donald Trump has thrown his weight behind Japan’s prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, two days before voters go to the polls in a snap election that will test her authority at home and her strategy abroad. The US president’s i»»»
UN welcomes Qatar‑facilitated DRC Govt, AFC/M23 talks’ progress
New York: Spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General H E Stephane Dujarric welcomed the progress announced by Qatar in the talks it facilitated between the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Alliance Fleuve Congo / March 23 Movement (AFC/M23), indicating that this inclu»»»
Athens begging ring lured victims with jobs
Police say a crew forced Romanian migrants to beg at busy Athens intersections after luring them from villages near Bacau with promises of factory jobs paying up to €1,200 a month. Investigators identified 12 victims and arrested three suspects last Tuesday, including a married couple. One victim t»»»
Restricting Right of Bulgarians Abroad to Vote Is Restriction of Democratic Rights - Rumen Radev
“The political status quo has decided to restrict the ability of our compatriots abroad to vote. This is yet another step in its attempts to preserve its power by limiting democratic rights,”former president Rumen Radev wrote on Facebook in connection with the amendments to the Election Code adopte»»»
Top US Military Officer Met with Lebanese Counterpart
Top US military officer General Dan Caine met with Rodolphe Haykal this week, a spokesman said Thursday, after a previously planned visit by the Lebanese army commander to Washington was scrapped. Caine held talks with Haykal on Tuesday and Qatar's defense chief the day before, "reaffirming the imp»»»
Morocco Says Evacuated 140,000 People Due to Severe Weather
Authorities have evacuated more than 140,000 people from their homes since heavy rainfall flooded several provinces in northern Morocco last week, the interior ministry said Thursday. Authorities have not announced any casualties, and the national weather service forecast heavy rains and strong win»»»
Erdogan: Türkiye is Doing its Best to Prevent US-Iran Conflict
President Tayyip Erdogan said Türkiye is working hard to prevent US-Iran tensions from tipping the Middle East into a new conflict, as the two adversaries signal that disagreement over Tehran’s missile arsenal threatens to torpedo a deal. Speaking to reporters on a return flight from a visit to Egy»»»
White House sets March date for Japan–US summit
The United States and Japan are preparing for a leaders’ summit in Washington on March 19, with President Donald Trump confirming plans to host Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House, Jiji Press writes. »»»
US and Iran talks to begin as fears of direct conflict continue
Senior US and Iranian officials are expected to meet in Oman later for direct talks amid a crisis that has raised fears of a military confrontation between the two countries. The discussions come after a US military build-up in the Middle East in response to Iran's violent repression of nationwide »»»
Malaysia rejects Trump-initiated peace board
The Malaysian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations (UN) as the primary global institution for maintaining international peace, amid the emergence of the so-called Board of Peace (BoP), an initiative associated with former US President Donald Trump, Tempo.co reports. »»»
Malaysia rejects Trump-initiated peace board
The Malaysian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations (UN) as the primary global institution for maintaining international peace, amid the emergence of the so-called Board of Peace (BoP), an initiative associated with former US President Donald Trump, Tempo.co reports. »»»
Malaysia rejects Trump-initiated peace board
The Malaysian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations (UN) as the primary global institution for maintaining international peace, amid the emergence of the so-called Board of Peace (BoP), an initiative associated with former US President Donald Trump, Tempo.co reports. »»»
Malaysia rejects Trump-initiated peace board
The Malaysian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations (UN) as the primary global institution for maintaining international peace, amid the emergence of the so-called Board of Peace (BoP), an initiative associated with former US President Donald Trump, Tempo.co reports. »»»
Malaysia rejects Trump-initiated peace board
The Malaysian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations (UN) as the primary global institution for maintaining international peace, amid the emergence of the so-called Board of Peace (BoP), an initiative associated with former US President Donald Trump, Tempo.co reports. »»»
AAP leader Lucky Oberoi shot dead in broad daylight
Jalandhar-based politician Lucky Oberoi was fatally shot by unidentified motorcycle-borne gunmen on Friday morning, reported Hindustan Times. The incident took place at 7.30am as the 38-year-old AAP leader walked out of the Model Town Gurdwara. Dhanpreet Kaur Randhawa, Jalandhar Commissioner of Pol»»»
Malaysia rejects Trump-initiated peace board
The Malaysian government has reaffirmed its commitment to the United Nations (UN) as the primary global institution for maintaining international peace, amid the emergence of the so-called Board of Peace (BoP), an initiative associated with former US President Donald Trump, Tempo.co reports. »»»
Iran, US to Negotiate in Oman amid Deep Rifts and Mounting War Fears
Iran and the United States are set to hold high-stakes negotiations in Oman on Friday over Tehran's nuclear program, but a dispute over the agenda, most notably differences over Tehran's formidable missile program, suggests progress will be hard-won, with the threat of another Middle East war loomi»»»
Explosion rocks Russia’s Tambov region after fuel train derails
A freight train transporting fuel derailed on Wednesday near the Kochetovka-2 railway station in Russia’s Tambov region, triggering a major explosion and fire that engulfed multiple tank cars, regional authorities said. According to officials, 16 tank cars were involved in the blaze after the derai»»»
Kamala Harris Reactivates Campaign Social Media Account
Former US vice president Kamala Harris on Thursday relaunched -- and rebranded -- one of her main presidential campaign social media accounts in a push to organize young voters, sparking speculation of another White House run. "I'm really excited about it," the defeated 2024 Democratic candidate sa»»»
The new US defence strategy leaves allies in the lurch
The United States’ recently published 2026 defence strategy raises more questions than it answers. On the surface, it points to a sweeping reorientation of Washington’s military compass, both geographically and doctrinally, alongside a reordering of strategic priorities. But how it translates that »»»
Economy Ministry prohibits commodity pricing based on the black-market exchange rate
The Tripoli based Libyan Minister of Economy and Trade issued Decision No. (51) of 2026 regarding commodity pricing. The decree prohibits the pricing of any commodity based on the black-market foreign exchange rate. It stipulates that only the official foreign exchange rate shall be used. However, »»»
Indian central bank holds rates as growth outpaces forecasts
India’s central bank has signalled continuity in its monetary settings as supportive growth and easing price pressures shaped its first policy review meeting of 2026, Times of India reported. India’s central bank, the Rese»»»
China launches world's largest AI battery cluster
At the end of December 2025, a significant advancement in global power infrastructure occurred as the premier electrochemical storage facility on earth, the Envision Jingyi Chagan Hada station, integrated with the national grid, according to PV Magazine. Boasting a 4-GWh capacity at its primary sit»»»
Indian central bank holds rates as growth outpaces forecasts
India’s central bank has signalled continuity in its monetary settings as supportive growth and easing price pressures shaped its first policy review meeting of 2026, Times of India reported. India’s central bank, the Rese»»»
Indian central bank holds rates as growth outpaces forecasts
India’s central bank has signalled continuity in its monetary settings as supportive growth and easing price pressures shaped its first policy review meeting of 2026, Times of India reported. India’s central bank, the Rese»»»
Indian central bank holds rates as growth outpaces forecasts
India’s central bank has signalled continuity in its monetary settings as supportive growth and easing price pressures shaped its first policy review meeting of 2026, Times of India reported. India’s central bank, the Rese»»»
Dubai gold slips to a 15-day low. Is this the moment buyers were waiting for?
Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai slipped to their lowest level in 15 days on Friday, offering shoppers a brief breather after a month marked by sharp swings and sudden reversals. At 8.30 am, the 24-karat rate stood at Dh581.25 a gram, down from Dh585 on Thursday, while 22-karat gold eased to Dh538.25 fr»»»
EBRD records 2.8b euro SEMED investment, 70% directed to private sector
AMMAN — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) said that it had invested a "record" 2.8 billion euro across 65 projects in six economies in the southern and eastern Mediterranean (SEMED) region, according to a statement on Thursday.The region includes; Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, M»»»
ADC, AD Ports Group signs agreement to develop multi-purpose port with value exceeding JD130m
AMMAN — Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) and Abu Dhabi Ports Group signed on Thursday a strategic agreement to manage and operate the Aqaba Multipurpose Port.The agreement was signed by CEO of Aqaba Development Corporation (ADC) Hussein Safadi, and Regional Chief Executive and Officer of AD Port»»»
‘Leave Iran Now’ — US Virtual Embassy in Tehran Issues Security Alert
The US Virtual Embassy in Tehran issued a nationwide security alert on February 6, advising US citizens in Iran to be prepared for internet outages, transportation disruptions, and flight cancellations. The notice urges US nationals to consider departing Iran by land, if it is safe to do so, and sa»»»
US Justice Dept's Epstein files release exposes nude photos, names of victims
The US Justice Department faced scrutiny Wednesday after releasing documents related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein that exposed victims’ nude photos, names, and personal information. Despite attempts to redact sensitive details, errors have left victims’ identities and private data visible, »»»
Last US-Russia nuclear treaty expires
Ukrainian and Russian officials meet for a second day in Abu Dhabi Thursday to continue US-brokered peace talks after what Kyiv’s lead negotiator described as a “productive” first day. The discussions aim to achieve practical steps toward peace and a possible prisoner exchange. James Vasi»»»
These Venezuela political prisoners got out of jail, but they still aren’t free
More than 300 political prisoners have been released in Venezuela since January 8. But they still aren’t free: many of them aren’t allowed to speak publicly and are required to appear before a judge every 30 days. Hundreds of other political prisoners remain behind bars. EDITOR’S NOTE: This article»»»
USA: Mother of star NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie presumed abducted
NBC star Savannah #Guthrie has issued a desperate plea for her mother’s return after police said they strongly suspect she was abducted from her #Arizona home, sparking a nationwide search supported by Donald #Trump.»»»
The Washington Post lays off hundreds of journalists and staff
The Washington Post, which is owned by Amazon founder and billionaire Jeff Bezos, has announced it is laying off hundreds of journalists and staff. The Post »»»
Royals, politicians, magnates, intellectuals: Epstein files spark storm in global elite circles
The US Justice Department's latest release of nearly 3 million documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has revealed a staggering network of connections linking elites wielding power and influence across the globe. While the mere mention of a name does not necessarily imply »»»
Venezuela legislature advances amnesty bill for political detainees
Venezuela’s legislature has moved forward with an amnesty bill proposed by acting President Delcy Rodríguez that could pave the way for the release of hundreds of opposition figures, journalists and human rights activists held for political reasons, though the lack of public details has prompted ca»»»
Euro strength clouds outlook
A stronger euro could push inflation below target, Christine Lagarde warned after the latest policy meeting of the European Central Bank. She said price dynamics and monetary settings are broadly aligned, but the outlook is unusually uncertain. Tariffs and weaker foreign demand could curb exports, »»»
Trilateral talks resume contacts
Talks between the United States, Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi were “constructive” and will continue in the coming weeks, according to U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, signaling cautious diplomatic progress and the reopening of key military channels. The second round of negotiations focused on steps tow»»»
US ‘ready’ to meet Iran, says Rubio, but talks must address ballistic missiles programme
Talks between Iran and the US must include Tehran's ballistic missiles programme, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday, adding to the menu an issue that the Islamic Republic regards as an infringements of its sovereignty. The talks, planned for Friday, were to be held in Turkey, but the»»»
Iran-US talks will go ahead in Oman
Washington and Tehran said on Wednesday that US-Iran talks will take place on Friday in Oman, easing fears that negotiations were close to breaking down after disputes over the meeting’s venue and format. Tensions remain, however, as the United States wants to address Iran’s ballistic missile progr»»»
Missiles, uranium, stockpiles: thorny issues on the Iran talks table
Uranium enrichment might be the main dispute at the US-Iran talks set for Friday in Oman but the key sticking point is Iran’s ballistic missiles programme, which the US wants to add to the table at the talks. Here are some of major issues at stake when negotiators meet in Muscat. Iran and the»»»
Israeli strikes kill at least 24 in Gaza
Israeli strikes hit Gaza on Wednesday, killing at least 24 Palestinians, including two babies, according to health officials in the territory. This is despite a fragile »»»
Fight against IS group is France's ‘absolute priority’, FM Barrot says in Damascus
France's "absolute priority" was the fight against the Islamic State (IS) group, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot told his Syrian counterpart during his visit to Damascus Thursday. The visit came weeks after Syrian government forces seized control of swaths of northeastern Syria, where»»»