Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran’s Parliament Introduces Bill on Hormuz Strait Security 14-07-2026 10:54 AM Iranian Parliament session in image from archive.The Head o»»»

Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said in a Facebook post on Tuesday that the new Detailed Development Plan (DDP) for Borisova Gradina park would provide long-term protection for the park, limit arbitrary planning decisions and place the public interest above private interests. He said 441 submissions fro»»»

Doha, Qatar: President of the Republic of Lebanon HE General Joseph Aoun arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International Airport b»»»

Abu Dhabi: As part of its ongoing awareness campaigns to promote legal culture and public understanding of the law, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has released a story-based awareness video titled “A Brief Video… A Costly Price” as part of its “Stories and Lessons” series. The initiative aims to»»»

Islamabad, July 14 (SANA) Syrian Minister of Social Affairs and Labor Hind Kabawat said on Monday that Syrian women played a decisive role in preserving the country’s social fabric throughout 14 years of war, describing their resilience as a cornerstone of Syria’s recovery and reconstruction. Speak»»»

RIYADH: American companies accounted for a quarter of all foreign economic concentration applications in Saudi Arabia during the second quarter of 2026. British and German companies followed, each accounting for 6.5 percent, according to Talal Al-Haqil, director of the Mergers and Acquisitions Depa»»»

RIYADH: The Saudi Music Commission recently held its first graduation ceremony for students of the House of Oud in Riyadh at the Riyadh Literary Club, marking the culmination of their educational journey. The ceremony featured a number of performances that showcased the development of the graduates»»»

PARIS: In Paris, the Esports World Cup is about far more than video games. It is also a stage where influence, national image, and power are on display as Saudi Arabia seeks to cement its place at the center of the global esports landscape. By bringing its flagship competition outside Riyadh for th»»»

DOHA: President of the Republic of Lebanon HE General Joseph Aoun arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The president and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International Airport by Minist»»»

Dubai: Emirates NBD has launched real-time cross-border US dollar payments for corporate and institutional clients through the Partior blockchain network, cutting settlement times and giving businesses greater visibility over transactions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balanc»»»

Tunis, July 14 (TAP) – Temperatures are expected to rise on Tuesday across northern and central Tunisia, while the southwest will experience a slight drop. Highs will range from 35°C to 40°C along the eastern coast and from 41°C to 46°C elsewhere in...»»»

The OTP Group’s expansion in Uzbekistan is not just about acquiring a bank, but also about transforming an entire banking model. During the Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF 2026), we spoke with Ádám Szentpéteri—acting CEO, deputy CFO, and Chief Transformation Officer of Ipoteka Bank, a»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the registration of a new real estate endowment in Lusail dedicated to supporting orphan sponsorship, reinforcing efforts to promote sustainable charitable giving and social solidarity. The end»»»

Amman: Jordan's Armed Forces said on Tuesday they had intercepted four missiles launched from Iran, with no casualties or property damage reported. A military source at the General Command of the Jordanian Armed Forces said the missiles were intercepted successfully. Royal Engineering Corps teams a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Former President of Finland Tarja Halonen has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, extending her heartfelt condolences to Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Al Thani family and the people of Qatar. In a message of c»»»

Abu Dhabi: An Abu Dhabi criminal court has sentenced two men after convicting them of disrupting public order by illegally equipping a vehicle with emergency warning systems reserved for authorised emergency services. The court sentenced the first defendant to six months' imprisonment, imposed a Dh»»»

London, July 14 (SANA) Oil prices rose about 2% on Tuesday, reaching their highest levels in four weeks as escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz fueled concerns over global energy supplies after the United States reimposed its naval blockade on Iran. According to Reuters, Brent crude futures »»»

ALMATY: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team made an impressive start to its campaign at the third Jiu-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship, amassing 15 medals on the opening day of competition at Almaty Arena. The UAE athletes produced strong technical performances, winning three gold, five silver and seven »»»

TEHRAN, Iran: Two members of the Daesh group were executed after they were convicted of armed rebellion against the Islamic Republic, Iranian state television reported Tuesday. The report identified the men as Mohieddin Abdollahi and Hossein Palani. It said they belonged to a Daesh cell that formed»»»

Dubai: US President Donald Trump’s proposal to impose a 20 per cent fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz has triggered alarm across the global shipping industry, with analysts warning it could dramatically increase the cost of transporting oil, disrupt supply chains and undermine long-»»»

Manila: A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Masbate province in the central Philippines at 3.04 pm local time on Tuesday, an aftershock of a stronger quake that hit the area a day earlier, authorities said. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply clic»»»

1 of 4 | President Donald Trump speaks during an executive order signing related to the transferring of federal land in the state of Utah in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, July 13, 2026. The orders reduced Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national mon»»»

Doha, Qatar: The US-Qatar Business Council (USQBC) mourns the loss of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026. USQBC extends its deepest condolences to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Al Thani family, and th»»»

Doha: The Qatar Calendar House announced that, according to precise astronomical calculations conducted by its specialists, Wednesday will be the first day of Safar for the year 1448 AH. Executive Director of the Qatar Calendar House Dr. Faisal Al-Ansari explained that the crescent moon of Safar fo»»»

Dubai: Dubai gold prices posted a modest increase on Tuesday morning, although rates remain near the lowest levels recorded this month following a steep decline over the past week. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign u»»»

NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia’s Economy and Planning Minister Faisal F. Alibrahim presented the Kingdom’s third Voluntary National Review on the Sustainable Development Goals at the UN High-Level Political Forum on Monday, framing Vision 2030 as the vehicle that has translated the global 2030 Agenda into »»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon: Israeli forces conduct machine-gun sweep toward Byout Al-Seyyad 14-07-2026 10:11 AM Latest News Ur»»»

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Doha, Qatar: Major tournaments are often underpinned by players who rarely grab the headlines but there are also moments when the biggest names take centre stage. That has certainly been the case in North America this summer at a tournament which has been widely dubbed as the “World Cup of supersta»»»

On July 14, 2015, the New Horizons space probe came within 7,800 miles of Pluto, providing NASA scientists with the clearest photographs and most detailed measurements they've ever seen of the dwarf planet. 1 of 5 | Members of the New Horizons science team react to seeing the spacecraft's last and »»»

Doha, Qatar: Long-term expatriates in Qatar have joined citizens in mourning the passing of the Father Amir, H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, paying heartfelt tribute to the visionary leader whose transformative policies helped shape the country into a thriving global hub and created opportun»»»

Doha, Qatar: While nations battle for World Cup glory, Europe’s biggest clubs have quietly staged a contest of their own in North America. From goals that have decided knockout ties to assists that have unlocked stubborn defences, players from a handful of elite clubs have left the biggest mark on »»»

SINGAPORE: Oil prices rose nearly 3 percent on Tuesday to their highest in four weeks, as ‌the US reimposed its naval blockade of Iran while the two countries stepped up attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, heightening uncertainty about energy flows. Brent crude futures were last up $1.50, or 1.8 perce»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State and President of Qatar National Library H E Dr. Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al Kawari has paid a deeply personal and emotional tribute to the late Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, describing him as an exceptional leader whose vision transformed Qatar and who»»»

Doha, Qatar: France’s bid for a third consecutive FIFA World Cup final faces its toughest challenge today when the two-time champions meet reigning European champions Spain in a blockbuster semi-final in Dallas, with Argentina or England awaiting the winners in Sunday’s final. France have lived up »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in coordination with the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, has invited private sector companies across Qatar to participate in the “Business Environment Challenges Submission Form” through the “Sharek” platform, as part of on»»»

Former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has declared that he will not recognise the legitimacy of Hungary’s new president following Parliament’s approval of the 17th amendment to the Fundamental Law, which allows the head of state to be removed from office under certain circumstances. The constitutional»»»

DP World is planning to build ​a new port and a container terminal on the United Arab Emirates’ east coast in a ‌move that ‌would ​reduce ‌Dubai’s ⁠dependence ​on its ⁠flagship Jebel Ali hub and bypass the Strait of Hormuz, the Financial Times reported ⁠on Monday. The ‌Dubai-based ‌port operator ​i»»»

A naval blockade is one of the most powerful military tools available short of a full-scale invasion. It aims to prevent ships from entering or leaving an enemy's ports, disrupting trade, military logistics and energy exports. Also Read: Trump vows fresh blockade on Iranian ships through Strait of »»»

Doha, Qatar: The Sri Lankan Community Development Forum (CDF Qatar), representing the Sri Lankan community, has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, paying tribute to his visionary leadership and lasting contributions to Qatar’s remarkable»»»

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The cultivated land in Romania increased in 2025 nationwide by 40,000 hectares from 2024, reaching 8.214 million hectares, with the majority private sector having a share of 99.1%, or 8.139 million hectares, according to data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).The counties that»»»

Electric vehicles (EVs) accounted for 4.74 percent of all new vehicle registrations in Romania in June, reaching a total of 2,264 units, while registrations in the first six months of the year totalled 8,947 units, according to data published by Lektri.Co, one of the country's leading electric mobi»»»

Used hybrid cars in Romania have their odometers rolled back by an average of 96,000 km?almost the same as diesel cars?according to a specialized analysis published on Wednesday.According to data compiled by the vehicle history reporting platform carVertical, diesel cars lead the way in terms of th»»»

New vehicle registrations in Romania increased by 0.3% in the first six months of this year from 2025, with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) surging 76.6% to a total market share of 8.5%, according to data published by the Association of Romanian Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Importers (APIA).The»»»

The first university degree programme in Central and Eastern Europe dedicated to the prevention and integrated management of obesity has been launched in Romania at the "Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Timisoara.The two-year programme was initiated and is coordinated by Bogdan »»»

Investments under the PNRR aimed at modernizing the healthcare system have reached an 81% absorption rate at the Ministry of Health, the institution announced.On last Thursday, the Ministry of Health made payments totaling over 162.5 million lei for projects aimed at modernizing medical infrastruct»»»

Over 90% of mobile phones active in Romania are equipped with technologies that allow for faster and more accurate location transmission to the 112 emergency service, shows the first survey conducted by the National Authority for Administration and Regulation in Communications (ANCOM) on the techni»»»

Almost four in ten hoteliers in Romania frequently face rooms left in a state that requires additional cleaning, and a third of them report the accommodation of a larger number of people than declared in the reservation, reveals a survey conducted by the booking platform Travelminit among the owner»»»