‘More imagined than real’: Philippine Supreme Court junks Bato Dela Rosa’s plea to block ICC arrest
Manila: The Supreme Court of the Philippines has rejected fugitive Senator Ronald dela Rosa’s attempt to stop his possible arrest over a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC), ruling that his petition lacked merit. In a closely watched 9-5-1 vote, the 15-member high court denied »»»
US military strikes Iranian boats, missile launch sites: CENTCOM
WASHINGTON: The US military carried out strikes on Monday in southern Iran against targets including boats attempting to lay mines and missile launch sites, in what it described as defensive actions. US Central Command said in a statement the strikes were designed “to protect our troo»»»
'Proceeding nicely': US-Iran talks intensify in Qatar as Trump pushes Abraham Accords
The United States and Iran are inching toward a possible breakthrough agreement aimed at ending months of escalating conflict, with negotiators working on what US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described as a “memorandum of understanding” (MOA). But major disagreements over the wording surrounding »»»
Africa Day ceremony: call for unity to tackle Africa’s challenges
Tunis, May 26 (TAP) - An official ceremony marking Africa Day was held on Monday evening in the capital under the theme “Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to achieve Agenda 2063.”The event was organised by the Group...»»»
Mexico’s president sees ‘no issue’ with her country hosting Iran’s World Cup team during tournament
MEXICO CITY: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday that she has “no issue” with her country hosting Iran’s World Cup team after its training base was moved from the United States to Mexico for the summer soccer competition. The team will still play its group stage matches in the US but»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted, at 15:00 on Monday, May 25, 2026, a building in the Shomera barracks, the headquarters of the Brigade 300 of the Israeli enemy army, with an Ababil loitering glider: statement 19 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted, at 18:30 on Monday, May 25, 2026, a vehicle belonging to the Israeli enemy army on the road to the Jall Al-Alam site with the Ababil loitering drone, which led to its burning: statement 21 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Foreign Minister receives copy of credentials of Nigerias new ambassador in Tunis
Tunis, May 25 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, met on Monday at the ministry headquarters Nigeria’s new Ambassador to Tunisia, Kulu Haruna Abubakar, who presented a copy of her credentials as...»»»
Africa Day celebration marks official launch of AfDB Group Annual Meetings in Brazzaville [Update 1]
Brazzaville, May 25 (TAP Correspondent Ghada Sboui) - The African Development Bank (AfDB) Group organised on Monday afternoon at the Kintélé International Conference Centre in Brazzaville (Republic of the Congo) a ceremony to mark Africa Day,...»»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 16:05 on Monday 25-05-2026 a tent in which “Israeli” enemy army soldiers were positioned near the Hadb Al-Bustan site with an Ababil loitering glider [FPV]: statement 20 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 14:15 on Monday 25-05-2026 a force from the Combat Intelligence Collection Unit at the Shomera barracks, headquarters of Brigade 300 belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army, with an Ababil loitering glider [FPV]: statement 18 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Islamic Resistance fighters targeted at 13:00 on Monday 25-05-2026 a gathering of soldiers inside a room at the Shomera barracks, headquarters of Brigade 300 belonging to the “Israeli” enemy army, with an Ababil loitering glider [FPV]: statement 17 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Senegal names economist Lo as new PM after Sonko’s sacking
DAKAR: Senegal’s president on Monday named a senior economist as prime minister after sacking his estranged former mentor in a shock move, saying the new appointee had the expertise to steer the west African country out of crippling debt. Senegal is mired in a deep political crisis after President »»»
Prominent Tunisian lawyer gets new jail term
TUNIS: Tunisian lawyer and media commentator Sonia Dahmani, who was released from detention last year, was sentenced on Monday to two years in prison over comments she made about the country’s jails, her lawyer said. A Tunis court issued the verdict following a hearing on Friday, according to defen»»»
Lawmakers stress sports clubs’ role as social and educational platforms
Continued from page 1 The committee, he said, hosted representatives of the Ministry of Sports and Youth, sports clubs and ex-athletes to discuss ways to reinforce the social, cultural and value-driven role of these clubs in pursuit of shoring up their contribution to serving society. Al Obaidan »»»
Qatari Hajj Mission convenes meeting with scholars accompanying pilgrims
QNA Makkah Al Mukarramah The Sharia Unit of the Qatari Hajj Mission has convened a coordination meeting with religious scholars accompanying 18 Qatari Hajj campaigns ahead of this year’s pilgrimage season. The move was part of the preparations for this pilgrimage season in terms of Dawah and guidan»»»
ICC hosts grand ‘Eid Bazaar & Mehndi Night’
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC) organised a grand “Eid Bazaar & Mehndi Night” as part of the Eid festivities on Friday, 22nd May and Saturday, 23rd May 2026 at the ICC Ashoka Hall, bringing together members of the Indian community in Qatar for two vibrant evenings filled »»»
ICBF’s 55th free medical camp benefits over 500 workers in Doha
Tribune News Network Doha The Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) successfully organised the 55th edition of its Free Medical Camp for blue-collar workers among the Indian diaspora in Qatar on Friday, 22nd May 2026, at American Hospital. The initiative reaffirmed ICBF’s mission of serving unde»»»
‘Spread the Smile’ campaign gains nationwide momentum
Tribune News Network Doha MirchiOne hosted a press conference for its heartwarming national initiative, “Spread the Smile,” on 24th May 2026 in Doha. The high-profile event witnessed an exceptional turnout, bringing together leading media houses, prominent digital influencers, and key corporate spo»»»
Perunnal Nilavu Eid publication launched
Tribune News Network Doha Perunnal Nilavu, a special Eid Al Adha publication brought out by Qatar’s leading advertising and event management company Media Plus, was officially released at a grand function held in Doha. The publication was released by Shaheen Mohammed Shafi, President of KBF, who ha»»»
Kohli, 37, and Sooryavanshi, 15, set to take IPL playoff spotlight
NEW DELHI: Veteran batting great Virat Kohli and 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will be in the spotlight as the T20 Indian Premier League spans the generations in the playoffs beginning on Tuesday. There are 22 years between the 37-year-old Kohli, who helped power defending champions Royal Challe»»»
What the Al-Saadi arrest reveals about the threat of global decentralized terrorism
LONDON: Ivanka Trump, the daughter of US President Donald Trump, was allegedly singled out in a revenge plot linked to the 2020 US drone strike that killed Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani — a detail now casting fresh light on what US prosecutors describe as a sprawling Iran-linked terror network»»»
Body of missing Ky. college student Alexis Foust found after search - UPI.com
The body of missing Northern Kentucky University student Murry Foust was found Monday following an intensive search, police announced. No indication of foul play was immediately apparent, they said. Photo courtesy Covington, Ky., Police Department May 25 (UPI) -- The body of a 22-year-old Kentucky »»»
QIA takes part as anchor investor in PPC capital hike
QNA Doha Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) announced Monday its participation as an anchor investor in the share capital increase of Public Power Corporation (PPC), the leading integrated energy group across the broader Southeastern Europe, listed on the Athens Stock Exchange. The offering was multi»»»
HMC announces operating schedule for Eid Al Adha
Tribune News Network Doha Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced the operating hours of its services during the Eid Al Adha holidays. All emergency departments and the Ambulance Service will continue to operate as normal, 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week for medical emergencies and indivi»»»
MoCI recalls 2020-2022 models of Ford Super Duty
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), in cooperation with Almana Motors Company, Qatar’s Ford dealership, has announced the recall of Ford Super Duty 2020-2022 models. The recall is due to a potential issue in which, in some affected vehicles, the high-pressure fue»»»
Al Jazeera wins 12 awardsat 2026 NYF TV & Films
Tribune News Network New York Al Jazeera Media Network has won 12 awards at the 2026 New York Festivals TV & Film Awards. The winners were announced during a virtual ceremony held on May 21, 2026. Al Jazeera Arabic Channel won two Gold Awards and one Bronze Award for documentaries and programmes co»»»
Visit Qatar campaign wins Gold at NY Fest TV and Film Awards
Tribune News Network Doha Visit Qatar has won a Gold Tower Award at the 2026 New York Festivals TV & Film Awards for its campaign, launched in November 2025, which showcased Qatar’s packed and diverse calendar of world-class cultural, sporting and entertainment events. The campaign was recognised i»»»
QA unveils FIFA special livery, bespoke onboard experience
Tribune News Network DOHA Qatar Airways has officially unveiled its FIFA special livery aircraft on a Boeing 777 ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, celebrating the airline’s longstanding partnership with FIFA and its continued role in connecting fans, teams and global football communities worldwide.»»»
Qatar launches major upgrade to Hukoomi digital service platform
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar’s government services platform, Hukoomi, has announced comprehensive technical updates to its website and mobile application, effective May 25, 2026, in preparation for the official launch of the platform’s new and enhanced edition. The updates come as part of the de»»»
Al-Babtain wins 3 power tenders
Al-Babtain Power and Telecommunication Company’s Finance Director Dr. Adel Zayed said Egypt has won three bids; one to manufacture power pylons worth EGP57 million, part of Samalout line, currently being implemented at costs reaching EGP100 million, and El-Sewedy power stations worth EGP150 million»»»
Trump lays wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier - UPI.com
The President honored U.S. service members lost during the war in Iran after the wreath-laying. 1 of 5 | President Donald Trump delivers remarks in the Amphitheater after laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia, on Memorial Day. Photo by Kyl»»»
GCC Secretary-General declares Hezbollah a terrorist organization – Ya Libnan
Share: GCC Secretary-General Jasem Al-Budaiwi announced that “we consider Hezbollah—including all its leaders, organizations, and factions—to be a “terrorist organization”, as GCC marked its 45th anniversary “ Al-Budaiwi issued official statements recognizing the bloc’s resilience and its continued»»»
Israeli escalation in Lebanon: Latest developments
Eight Israeli airstrikes hit the outskirts of Mashghara in West Bekaa on Monday evening as other strikes hit the southern towns of Shhour, Rishknanay, Arab Salim and Habboush and many villages in the Nabatieh district, as residents heavily fled Beirut's southern suburns, after Israeli PM Benjamin N»»»
Russia warns Rubio strikes on Kyiv to continue, urges U.S. evacuation - UPI.com
Smoke rises following overnight Russian strikes on Kyiv on Sunday amid the Russian invasion. More than 600 drones and 90 missiles struck several sites across Kyiv overnight on Sunday, resulting in multiple fatalities and more than 80 injuries, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Ph»»»
HMC announces Eid Al Adha service hours
Doha Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) has announced adjusted operating hours across its hospitals and facilities during the Eid Al Adha holiday. HMC said all emergency departments, ambulance services, and pediatric emergency centers will continue operating 24/7 throughout the holiday. The unified co»»»
Trump links normalizing ties with Israel to Iran peace deal
U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that Saudi Arabia and other Muslim-majority nations must normalize ties with Israel as part of efforts to reach a deal with Iran, adding fresh uncertainty into protracted peace negotiations. Progress on a deal to end the conflict that broke out in late Februa»»»
Syria extends Independence Day greetings to Jordan, emphasizes deepening bilateral ties
Damascus, May.25 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Republic extended its warmest congratulations to the Jordan, leadership and people, on the occasion of its Independence Day. In a statement issued on Monday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates voiced its wishes for continued security, stability, »»»
Senior US official hints Washington backs Israeli escalation in Lebanon
A senior U.S. official on Monday hinted that the Trump administration would support an escalation in Israeli military action in retaliation to "Hezbollah's violations of the ceasefire," U.S. news portal Axios said. "Hezbollah has ignored repeated requests to stop firing at Israel, including a recen»»»
Justice Department asks court to resume ballroom construction after White House shooting - UPI.com
President Donald Trump, pictured speaking to the press about the new East Wing and ballroom last week, said after a shooting near the White House that construction must restart on the above-ground portion of the ballroom for the safety of the president and people who work there. Photo by Samuel Cor»»»
Serbia’s Vucic accuses Brussels of dictating policy to Belgrade
The European Union’s demands that Serbia adjust its foreign policy to align with Brussels amount to an attempt to govern the country “by email,” Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has said during his state visit to China. Vucic, who arrived in Beijing on Sunday, was asked at a press conference abou»»»
Saudi Arabia’s premium dining sector turns to new financing models
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s rapidly expanding foodservice industry is fueling demand for new financing models as Vision 2030 accelerates tourism and hospitality growth. With restaurant sales rising about 7 percent annually, according to Bain & Co., alternative funding platforms are increasingly stepping»»»
Is Hezbollah preparing for another May uprising – Ya Libnan
Share: File : Masked Hezbollah fighters as they march through a suburb of Beirut in May 2008 , when the party occupied a large section of Beirut . and tried but failed to occupy Mount Lebanon. The majority of the Lebanese now consider the heavily armed and Iran backed militia as the biggest threat »»»
What We Are Reading Today: ‘The Psychology of Effective Leadership’
In an era where workplaces are more volatile, uncertain, and emotionally demanding than ever, effective leadership is often described as elusive. But according to clinical and coaching psychologist Kate Pearlman-Shaw, the answer isn’t another corporate fad — it’s neuroscience, transactional analysi»»»
The invisible decisions keeping Hajj safe
ALKHOBAR: At Hajj, millions of people move through the same spaces within a limited number of days. From the outside, the operation can appear seamless. On the ground, order is often maintained through small, fast decisions that most pilgrims never notice, whether it is redirecting a delayed group,»»»
Mojtaba Khamenei ‘suffered only superficial wounds in US-Israel strike’
TEHRAN: An Iranian Health Ministry official said on Monday the injuries suffered by supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes in late February were only “superficial,” offering a rare account of the day he was wounded. The 56-year-old has not appeared publicly since he was named as Iran»»»
Israeli withdrawal ‘non-negotiable,’ says Lebanon president
BEIRUT: 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»»»
FM participates remotely in meeting of committee responsible for monitoring AU institutional reform
Tunis, May 25 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, participated, on instructions from President of the Republic, in the fourth meeting of the Presidential Committee responsible for monitoring...»»»
Protests escalate at N.J. ICE facility; detainees claim hunger strike - UPI.com
Protesters and federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents clashed at a detention facility in Newark, N.J., on Monday following days of steadily escalation tensions over conditions inside the privately run building. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 25 (UPI) -- Protests at a »»»
Netanyahu orders escalation of Lebanon offensive to 'crush' Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Monday he had ordered the military to intensify its offensive in Lebanon in an effort to "crush" Hezbollah, accusing the group of targeting Israeli forces with drone attacks. "I have ordered an even greater acceleration of our operations," Netanyahu sa»»»