Doha: President of the Qatar Olympic Committee HE Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al-Thani received on Monday morning at his office H E Shri Vipul, Ambassador of the Republic of India to the State of Qatar. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the distinguished bilateral relations between the State of»»»

The European Union on Monday imposed sanctions on Iran’s Hormozgan Provincial Command of the IRGC Navy and two individuals over actions that impede lawful maritime transit and threaten freedom of navigation in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Europe has been left on the sidelines as the US–Iran conf»»»

It was deliberately symbolic that the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) chose Riga for its 35th annual meeting. Latvia, one of the EBRD's earliest countries of operation and a nation that shares a border with Russia, knows something about what it means to rebuild an economy in»»»

A discussion under the "Foster Me" national initiative was held Monday at the National Press Club of the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) in Shumen, Northeastern Bulgaria. Organized jointly by BTA and the Social Assistance Agency (SAA), the initiative promotes foster care and raises awareness of its imp»»»

The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has stressed the need for private joint-stock companies to hold their annual general meetings within the legally prescribed deadlines, and no later than 30 June 2026 for companies whose financial year ended on December 31, 2025. The ministry said compliance with »»»

HARRISON: Morocco are concerned about injuries to starters Abdessamad Ezzalzouli and Noussair Mazraoui, who could be ​forced out of their opening game at the World Cup against Brazil on Sunday. Both went off early in Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Norway in their last warm-up match before this week’s kick-»»»

Turkish apparel Şahinler Egypt manufacturer is expanding its Egyptian operations as global retailers diversify sourcing networks beyond Asia, reinforcing Egypt’s emergence as a strategic manufacturing and export hub serving Europe, North America and regional markets. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs, represented by its Information Systems Department, has achieved a significant milestone by obtaining the internationally recognised ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification in Information Security Management. The achievement underscores the Ministry’s»»»

Doha, Qatar: In a major step towards sustainable industrial development, Qatar plans to shift 35 percent of its factories toward circular economy practices by 2030, reinforcing its commitment to reducing waste, improving resource efficiency, and fostering a greener manufacturing sector. Qatar is co»»»

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation (QF) has launched the accreditation framework for its Rasekh initiative – which connects international education with local cultural and linguistic identity – and announced the first cohort of schools from Qatar and the region to become part of this educat»»»

Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem held a series of high-level meetings with international officials and financial institutions on the sidelines of the 35th Annual Meeting and Business Forum of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in Riga, Latvia, to explore opportunities for»»»

Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly inaugurated and inspected a series of major industrial projects in Alexandria’s Borg El Arab industrial zone on Sunday. Madbouly highlighted Egypt’s strategy to deepen local manufacturing, boost exports, attract foreign investment, and create jobs across key »»»

The UAE Games 2026 officially opened today at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, bringing together more than 1,000 athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities from clubs and centres across the UAE, alongside regional and international delegations. Running until June 10 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi »»»

A special edition of BBC World Questions in Marrakesh on June 10 will focus on the rights and roles of women in a changing world. As a new generation pushes for change in Morocco, reform is being debated openly and the program will hear from young women at a pivotal moment in civil society. It will»»»

Vienna: The UAE has urged the international community to strengthen protections for civilian nuclear infrastructure after a terrorist drone attack targeting the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, warning that assaults on peaceful nuclear facilities pose a serious threat to regional and global security. »»»

The UAE’s thriving business environment is closely linked to the strength and efficiency of its financial and tax systems. These systems provide stability, transparency, and a forward-looking legislative environment that supports sustainable growth. In this context, the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) »»»

M&P Group, a public affairs and strategic communications firm, has expanded its international footprint through a series of strategic partnerships announced during the seventh edition of the Mosaic International Forum for Strategic Affairs – Middle East and Africa Edition, held in Cairo. Organised »»»

Skywatchers will witness a total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, briefly blocking sunlight across parts of the planet. A partial eclipse will be visible across large areas of Europe, Africa and North America, where only part of the Sun will be obscu»»»

Hundreds of mostly young Indians gathered in New Dehli on Saturday for the first street protest organised by the Cockroach Janata Party – a movement which began as an online joke but has quickly gained momentum among Indian youth disillusioned with their education, jobs and economic prospects.»»»

The State of Qatar has reiterated its strong condemnation of the attack targeting the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE, describing it as a violation of international law, international humanitarian law, and the fundamental principles of nuclear safety and security, Qatar News Agency reported.»»»

Vienna: The State of Qatar has reiterated its strong condemnation of the attack targeting the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the United Arab Emirates, describing it as a violation of international law, international humanitarian law, and the fundamental principles of nuclear safety and security. Th»»»

VIENNA: Last month’s drone attack on the UAE’s Barakah nuclear plant was a “serious compromise of nuclear safety, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Friday, adding any such attack “is unacceptable, a no-go, taboo.” The UAE blamed pro-Iran militants in Iraq for the incide»»»

Dubai: More than 600,000 private-sector establishments across the UAE will operate under an enhanced Wage Protection System from 1 July, with authorities seeking to strengthen wage compliance, improve labour market governance and reinforce the country's appeal to global talent. The Ministry of Huma»»»

Vienna: Last month's drone attack on the UAE's Barakah nuclear plant was a "serious compromise of nuclear safety, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said Friday, adding any such attack "is unacceptable, a no-go, taboo." The United Arab Emirates blamed pro-Iran militants in Ir»»»

India produces millions of graduates every year. Degrees continue to rise.Certifications continue to grow.Coaching institutes continue to expand. Yet one challenge remains deeply rooted in the education and employability ecosystem: companies still struggle to find job-ready talent, while students c»»»

Doha: The issue of migrants in the European Union has always been one of the most complex issues in election debates, both in public opinion and within European parliaments. Interest in this issue has gradually increased, transforming in recent years into one of the most prominent political files, »»»

GENEVA: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Ahmed Al-Rajhi called on Thursday for the responsible use of artificial intelligence to build a more inclusive, productive and sustainable future of work, as labor leaders gathered in Geneva for the International Labour Confe»»»

People gather during a protest in a street in Mogadishu, Somalia, on Thursday after fighting erupted between opposition-led protesters and Somali state security forces during a planned protest against the federal government's mandate extension for President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Photo by Said Yusu»»»

RIYADH: Once the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw was finalized, it was already seen within the Jordan camp as a monumental task to qualify for the knockout stages. But when Yazan Al-Naimat ruptured his anterior cruciate ligament in late December, optimism quickly gave way to concern among Jordanian fans. »»»

LONDON: An unprecedented eight teams from the Arab region will participate at the 2026 World Cup. The expanded 48-nation tournament means that there are 32 places available in the knockout stages. Arab News tries to predict the unpredictable and rank their chances to get out of their groups. Morocc»»»

Research Science Investment (RSI), UAE, hosted a distinguished cultural celebration at Mohammed VI Tower, one of Morocco’s most iconic landmarks and the tallest tower in Africa, to honor an outstanding group of readers among Moroccan students and educators. The event was organized in partnership wi»»»

New Jersey, USA: Brazil striker Igor Thiago said Wednesday he is eager to make history as the South American team bids for its sixth World Cup title in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The 24-year-old described the June 11-July 19 tournament as a "unique chance" that he doesn't intend to waste»»»

Chinese automaker BYD Company Ltd (SZSE:002594; HKEX:1211) has significantly strengthened its presence in Africa’s emerging electric vehicle (EV) market, increasing its market share to 35% in 2025 from just 4% two years prior, according to the Global EV Outlook 2026 report, published by the Interna»»»

The Secretary-General of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), Kubanychbek Omuraliev, welcomed the election of Kyrgyzstan as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. «This remarkable achievement reflects the international community’s confidence in the Kyrgyz Republic’s constructive eng»»»

'It is by the grace of God that you find a diamond' 5 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEd ButlerBusiness reporter, Kono, Sierra Leone AFP via Getty ImagesDiamond miners in Sierra Leone can hunt for days on end and find none of the precious stones The rising popularity of lab-grown diam»»»

Mohamed Farid, Egypt’s Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, met with Ethiopis Tafara, Regional Vice-President for Africa at the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and his accompanying delegation to review the ministry’s priorities and plans for advancing the investment and foreign trade »»»

RIYADH: Morocco head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup determined to build on their success in Qatar. But following up on the greatest achievement in a country’s football history is never easy, and history suggests the Atlas Lions face an uphill battle. Cameroon stunned the world when they held England »»»

Iraq is stepping up its measures to impose state monopoly over weapons with some Shiite armed factions declaring that they were dismantling their military wings that have for years operated outside the control of the armed forces even though they are part of the official Popular Mobilization Forces»»»

RABAT: Morocco plans to suspend its customs duty on soft wheat on ​August 1 to allow for the resumption of imports as it seeks to bolster stockpiles, the heads of the country’s national millers federation (FNM) and grain traders federation (FNCL) said. Authorities introduced a customs duty at 135 p»»»

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz on Monday announced a new work requirement rule for Medicaid eligibility. File Photo by Jim Lo Scalzo/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- The Trump administration unveiled a new rule Monday adding work requirements to Medicaid eligi»»»

June 2 (UPI) -- A U.S. soldier and a British servicemember died during military training in northern Iraq over the weekend, both militaries said. U.S. Army Central and Third Army issued a statement late Monday announcing the death of a U.S. Army soldier during a military training accident at Erbil »»»

One American soldier and one British soldier died during a training exercise in Iraq, US and UK officials said Monday without releasing further details. The deaths occurred Sunday at an air base in Irbil in the semi-autonomous Kurdish region of northern Iraq, where the US has retained a presence, t»»»

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz on Monday announced a new work requirement rule for Medicaid eligibility. File Photo by Jim Lo Scalzo/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- The Trump administration unveiled a new rule Monday adding work requirements to Medicaid eligi»»»

WASHINGTON: One American soldier and one British soldier died during a training exercise in Iraq, US and UK officials said Monday without releasing further details. The deaths occurred Sunday at an air base in Irbil in the semi-autonomous Kurdish region of northern Iraq, where the US has retained a»»»

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, issued Law No. (12) of 2026 concerning the Community Development Authority in Dubai. The law states that the authority’s objectives include the regulation and development of Dubai’s »»»

Doha, Qatar: The match schedule has been revealed for the group stage of the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026. The tournament will take place from November 19 to December 13, with the finest youth international teams on the planet set to compete for global glory. The inaugural 48-team edition of the »»»

Morocco has ranked first in Africa’s industrialisation index for the first time since the African Development Bank (AfDB) began publishing the rankings in 2010, narrowly overtaking South Africa in the latest continental assessment of industrial competitiveness. According to the African Development »»»

French President Emmanuel Macron said the country's navy intercepted a sanctioned crude oil tanker that departed from a Russian port. File Photo by Thomas Maresca/UPI | License Photo June 1 (UPI) -- French President Emmanuel Macron said the country's navy intercepted a sanctioned crude oil tanker t»»»

Last year, cash slipped below 20% of in-person retail spend globally for the first time. In the UAE, contactless and digital payments already dominate the checkout. Saudi Arabia which had set a target of 70% non-cash transactions by 2025, crossed that threshold in 2023. Get updated faster and for F»»»

Ukraine's anti-values is a demonstration of its openly terrorist nature and the rejection of civilizational value standards, Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova told Sputnik, commenting on a UAV strike on Genichesk, Kherson Region. "The Kiev regime deliberately promotes anti-value»»»