Gulf News 20m

US Treasury eases purchase of Russian oil in move to stabilise markets

The US Treasury Department issued a temporary 30-day general licence allowing the most energy-vulnerable nations to access Russian oil stranded at sea, aiming to stabilise global crude markets and redirect supply to "countries in need". Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the move in a state»»»

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RT 29m

Oil and shipping turmoil from US-Israeli war on Iran delivers a $25 bn hit to global business, Reuters reports

The US-Israeli war on Iran has already cost businesses throughout the world at least $25 billion, with losses continuing to mount, Reuters reported on Monday, citing an analysis of corporate disclosures from companies listed in the US, Europe and Asia. The outlet reviewed statements from businesses»»»

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UPI 35m

At least three people dead in apparent hate crime at San Diego mosque - UPI.com

Three people are dead in a shooting Monday at the Islamic Center of San Diego, authorities said. Two suspects are also dead. File photo by Justin Lane/EPA-EFE May 18 (UPI) -- Three people were killed in a shooting late Monday morning at the Islamic Center of San Diego, authorities said. Two teenage»»»

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New Central Bank governor takes office in Damascus, pledges monetary stability

Damascus, May 18 (SANA) Mohammed Safwat Raslan formally assumed his duties as Governor of the Central Bank of Syria on Monday, in a handover ceremony held at the bank’s headquarters in Damascus in the presence of outgoing Governor Abdulkader Husrieh and the bank’s senior departmental directors. The»»»

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Qatar Tribune 52m

Sustainable cities enhance quality of life, enable societies to face future challenges, says minister

QNA Baku The State of Qatar participated in the 13th World Urban Forum (WUF13), which kicked off on Sunday in Baku, the Republic of Azerbaijan, and runs until May 22 under the theme ‘Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities’. The WUF is organised by the United Nations Human Sett»»»

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SC staff supports delivery of historic FIFA World Cup 2026

Tribune News Network Doha A number of staff from the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) and key stakeholders are participating in the delivery of the FIFA World Cup 2026, as part of a knowledge and expertise transfer Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the SC and FIFA. The MoU was s»»»

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Lusail University celebrates graduation of over 900 students

QNA Doha Lusail University celebrated the graduation ceremony of its third batch of students, with more than 900 graduates, including 63 percent of Qataris, held at Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) on Monday. Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater attended»»»

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QT and HIA launch trainingfor MoI immigration officers

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Tourism (QT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior (MoI) and Hamad International Airport (HIA), has launched a service excellence training programme for immigration officers working across Qatar’s key entry points, reinforcing ongoing efforts to deliver a s»»»

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Public Administration programmes at CCQ receive ACBSP int’l accreditation

Tribune News Network Doha Community College of Qatar (CCQ) has reached a new academic milestone, with its Public Administration programmes earning initial accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) for a period of 10 years. The distinction makes them the »»»

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QC conducts advanced heart procedures for children in Bangladesh

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has successfully concluded its cardiac medical camp in Bangladesh, providing life-saving treatment to 108 underprivileged children suffering from congenital heart diseases. The camp was held this month at Bangladesh Specialised Hospital in Dhaka. Support»»»

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UPI 1h

ICE agent charged, accused of shooting immigrant, making false report - UPI.com

Tensions rose in Minnespolis this winter after federal agents fatally shot U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti and shot and wounded Venzuelan immigrant Julio Sosa-Celis in three separate incidents this winter. An ICE agent was charged Monday in Sosa-Celis' shooting. File photo by Craig Lassig/»»»

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Middle East Observer 1h

The New Suez Canal is a national development project, not just a shipping route

Hany Alassal: “The opening of the New Suez Canal is a message to the entire world that Egypt, despite all challenges has been going through and with the will of its people, brings this historical national project to the world, which represents vast opportunities, not only for Egypt but for the whol»»»

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TAP 1h

Tunisian pilgrim dies as health situation stays stable for others ahead of Arafah Day

Tunis, May 18 (TAP) - One death has been recorded among Tunisian pilgrims, Anis Mezoughi, said acting head of the Hajj Administration and member of the Tunisian Pilgrims Affairs Office.The deceased was pilgrim Mohamed Barhoumi, originally from the...»»»

Qatar Tribune 1h

Qatar deems recognition of Nakba a key to just, lasting Palestinian peace

NEW YORK: The State of Qatar affirmed that recognition of the Nakba is an indispensable foundation for any just, comprehensive, and lasting peaceful solution to the Palestinian issue. This was stated in Qatar's statement delivered by Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United Nati»»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Trump says he called off new attack on Iran

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said the United States had scheduled military strikes against Iran for Tuesday but that he called them off because "serious negotiations" to end the war are under way. Writing on his Truth Social platform on Monday, Trump said leaders of Saudi Arabia, Qatar and th»»»

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UPI 1h

Mexican, Uruguayan aid shipment arrives in Cuba - UPI.com

A port worker moors the Asian Katra cargo ship after it arrives in Havana Bay, Cuba, on Monday. The merchant vessel docked carrying humanitarian aid from Mexico and Uruguay for Cubans facing power outages and a severe economic crisis worsened by US restrictions on fuel supplies. Photo by Ernesto Ma»»»

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Report: More than 100,000 U.S.-born children likely separated from a parent in Trump immigration push - UPI.com

A masked Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer walks back to his vehicle after a random stop January 9 in Minneapolis, Min. A new report says that over 100,000 U.S.-born children so far may have been separated from a parent during the second Trump administration. File Photo by Craig Lassig/UP»»»

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Arab News 2h

6,600 Palestinian pilgrims to perform Hajj rituals in Makkah

LONDON: A total of 6,600 Palestinian pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia over the past weeks to perform the annual Hajj rituals in Makkah, scheduled to take place from May 24-29, the Palestinian Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs said on Monday. The pilgrims have traveled through Jordan from»»»

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Arab News 2h

Why Britain still wrestles with repatriating Daesh-linked families from detention camps in Syria

LONDON: During a school half-term break in February 2015, three British girls left their homes and their futures in east London, traveled to Gatwick Airport and boarded a Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul. From there they travelled almost 1,000 km overland by bus to Urfa, close to Turkiye’s south»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Qatar deems recognition of Nakba a key to just, lasting Palestinian peace

New York: The State of Qatar affirmed that recognition of the Nakba is an indispensable foundation for any just, comprehensive, and lasting peaceful solution to the Palestinian issue. This was stated in Qatar's statement delivered by HE Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to the United N»»»

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UPI 2h

Tornadoes charge through Plains, Midwest, ripping apart homes in Nebraska - UPI.com

Dozens of tornadoes tore across parts of the Plains and Midwest Sunday during a severe weather outbreak, leaving behind damaged homes, flipped vehicles and widespread storm reports from Kansas to Iowa. More than 25 possible tornadoes were reported across Kansas, Nebraska, Minnesota and Iowa Sunday,»»»

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Venezuelan prisoner's mom dies 10 days after state confirms son's death - UPI.com

Carmen Navas, mother of Victor Hugo Quero Navas, attends mass in memory of her son in Caracas, Venezuela, on Friday, two days before her death. Venezuelan authorities confirmed Quero Navas died in state custody in July 2025, after his family had spent months seeking information about his whereabout»»»

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RT 2h

A shooter has been reported at the Islamic Center of San Diego in the city’s Clairemont community

An active shooter has been reported at the Islamic Center of San Diego, as police race to the scene and officials warn the public to stay away from the area. UPDATE: Aerial footage shows a person lying in pool of blood following a reported shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego as authorities »»»

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Gulf News 2h

IAEA monitoring developments at Barakah Plant

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), affiliated with the United Nations, is closely monitoring the situation at the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant in Abu Dhabi through continuous coordination with the relevant UAE authorities, while expressing its full readiness to provide assistance if nee»»»

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UPI 2h

Trump plans helipad on White House's front lawn for Marine One - UPI.com

President Donald Trump, pictured getting of a helicopter used as Marine One, plans to build a helipad on the South Lawn of the White House to protect the grass from being burned by new helicopters designed to ferry the president on short trips. Photo by Eric Lee/UPI | License Photo May 18 (UPI) -- »»»

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Arab News 2h

Syria allocates $15m to health, education and recovery efforts

DAMASCUS: The Syrian Development Fund announced on Monday, in coordination with government ministries, a strategic plan to distribute an initial $15 million in donor contributions to sectors needing urgent recovery. In a statement, the fund said the allocation aims to address humanitarian needs whi»»»

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TAP 2h

22,000 irregular migrants have benefited from voluntary return programme since 2022

Tunis, May 18 (TAP) - A total of 22,377 irregular migrants have benefited from the Assisted Voluntary Return and Reintegration (AVRR) programme from its launch in 2022 to date including 2,103 migrants during 2026, according to Azzouz Samri,...»»»

UPI 2h

Mexico freezes accounts of officials accused by United States - UPI.com

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed Monday the frozen accounts the Sinaloa governor on leave, his administration and family members during her daily news conference. But she said the measure does not constitute a final determination of guilt. Photo by Isaac Esquivel/EPA May 18 (UPI) -- Me»»»

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Arab News 3h

EU removes key Syrian ministries from sanctions list

LONDON: The EU removed sanctions against seven Syrian government entities on Monday, including the defense and interior ministries. The move will “support the strengthening of the EU’s engagement with Syria,” the European Council said. The council also said that it was extending sanctions targeting»»»

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RT 3h

Iran to sue US and Israel over attacks on cultural sites

Tehran will take the US and Israel to court over attacks on Iranian cultural sites, the Islamic Republic’s deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, has said. A fragile ceasefire, which was established between the sides in early April after a month of intense hostilities initiated by the American»»»

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Arab News 3h

What We Are Reading Today: An Even Better Way to Zone by Donald L. Elliott

Zoning is the tool that everyone loves to hate. It may also be the most important and least understood process affecting how US communities shape the lives of their residents. While almost every community comprehensive plan calls for more affordable, equitable, and sustainable development, zoning i»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Houthi Affirms Yemeni Readiness for Any Regional Escalation, Hails Resistance Operations in Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Houthi Affirms Yemeni Readiness for Any Regional Escalation, Hails Resistance Operations in Lebanon 18-05-2026 22:28 PM Head of Yemeni Ansa»»»

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Al Manar 3h

Islamic Resistance fighters carried out a large-scale fire raid on all positions of the Israeli enemy army in the town of Rashaf with repeated rocket barrages: statement 13 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Islamic Resistance fighters carried out a large-scale fire raid on all positions of the Israeli enemy army in the town of Rashaf with repea»»»

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Trump says holding off on Iran attack planned for Tuesday

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump ​posted on social media on Monday that ‌he ‌was ​holding ‌off ⁠on ​a planned military attack ⁠on Iran scheduled for ⁠Tuesday, while ‌efforts continue ‌to ​reach ‌a ‌deal, adding that the United ‌States was ready to resume ⁠attacking ⁠if one is not reached. He adde»»»

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Gulf News 3h

American Airlines announces one of the longest Israel flight suspensions by a major US carrier

Dubai: American Airlines has extended the suspension of its direct flights between New York and Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport until January 6, 2027, making it one of the longest service halts by a major international carrier since regional tensions escalated following the war involving Iran. The ai»»»

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Naharnet 3h

Israeli strikes have killed more than 3,000 in Lebanon since March

Israeli strikes have killed more than 3,000 people in Lebanon since the start of the war between Hezbollah and Israel on March 2, the health ministry said on Monday, after an April 17 ceasefire failed to stop the fighting. "The total cumulative toll of the aggression from March 2 to May 18 is now a»»»

UPI 3h

Supreme Court sends voting rights cases back to lower courts - UPI.com

The U.S. Supreme Court is seen in 2024 in Washington, D.C. On Monday, the high court sent two cases involving the Voting Rights Act back to lower cases, avoiding another ruling on part of the act. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo May 18 (UPI) -- The U.S. Supreme Court sent two cases in»»»

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CDC restricts people traveling to U.S. from three African nations amid Ebola outbreak - UPI.com

Local officials the Democratic Republic of the Congo on Sunday updated reporters on the Bundibugyo Ebola virus outbreak there, which has caused the WHO to declare it a health emergency of international concern and the United States to enacte travel restrictions. Photo by Marie Jeanne Munyerenkana/E»»»

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TAP 4h

NDC: Tunisia unveils $55 billion plan, with water and agriculture as top priorities

Tunis, May 18 (TAP)- Tunisia has finalised its new climate strategic framework (NDC 3.0), a massive plan aimed at mobilising $55 billion over the 2026–2035 period to confront climate change. Faced with increasing vulnerability, the country is...»»»

Gulf News 4h

US to screen some arrivals for Ebola at airports: CDC

The United States announced Monday it is bolstering precautions to prevent the spread of Ebola, including screening air travelers from outbreak-hit areas and temporarily suspending visa services from the region. The public health measures announced by the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and Pr»»»

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Arab News 4h

Yemen housing project enters second phase under Saudi development program

BAKU: The Saudi Development and Reconstruction Program for Yemen and UN-Habitat signed an agreement to implement the second phase of the adequate housing project during the 13th session of the World Urban Forum in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Saudi reconstruction program was represented by assistant super»»»

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Arab News 4h

Where We Are Going Today: Aiku – Japanese restaurant in Jeddah

Aiku is a new Japanese restaurant in Jeddah built around the concept of handrolls. It was created by four cousins from Al-Fadl family who wanted to introduce a modern Japanese dining experience to Saudi Arabia’s growing food scene. The kitchen is led by Chef Joseph Caballero, who brings more than 1»»»

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Sputnik 4h

Trump Says 'Not Open' to Any Concessions After Iran's Latest Peace Proposal

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he was "not open" to any concessions after receiving Iran's latest peace proposal. In an interview with the New York Post, Trump said he is "not open" to any concessions for Iran. Tehran understands "what's going to be happening s»»»

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Gulf News 4h

'Girl in the River Main' identified 25 years on, father arrested

A teenager nicknamed "The Girl in the River Main" after her body was found floating in Germany a quarter-century ago bearing signs of abuse has finally been identified, leading to her father's arrest, Interpol said Monday. The girl was named as Diana S, aged 16, the organisation said, adding that s»»»

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Gulf News 4h

Bahrain's Gulf Air restores 75% of flights, targets full recovery by June 1

Dubai: Gulf Air has restored 75% of its global network and is steadily increasing flights across key international markets, as the Bahraini carrier moves toward full operational recovery by June 1, 2026. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.The airline»»»

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UPI 4h

Argentina investment incentive plan tops $27B - UPI.com

Argentina’s Large Investment Incentive Regime is part of President Javier Milei's investment strategy to increase foreign currency inflows and accelerate development in sectors considered critical to Argentina’s economy, including oil, natural gas, mining, infrastructure and renewable energy. Photo»»»

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TAP 4h

WWF North Africa reiterates call to preserve marine ecosystems as summer season approaches

Tunis, May 18 (TAP) - The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) North Africa launched on Monday a call for environmental responsibility to keep beaches clean and preserve the richness of marine ecosystems, as the summer season approaches, visitor numbers...»»»

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Economy Minister meets ITFC CEO

Tunis, May 18 (TAP) - Economy and Planning Minister Samir Abdelhafidh received Monday in Tunis CEO of the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) and Secretary-General of the Arab-Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) programme, Adeeb Yousuf Al...»»»

Sana 4h

Syria welcomes EU decision to lift sanctions on seven governmental bodies

Damascus, May.18 (SANA) “The Syrian Arab Republic has expressed appreciation for the EU’s decision to lift sanctions imposed on seven Syrian governmental entities, including the Ministries of Interior and Defense, while renewing sanctions against figures linked to the deposed regime and who committ»»»

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UPI 4h

Pentagon suspends participation in military board with Canada - UPI.com

Members of a Military Honor Guard stand with an American flag and a Canadian flag at the White House in Washington, D.C., on February 13, 2017. On Monday, the Defense Department said it was suspending its involvement in a joint military board with Canada. File Photo by Pat Benic/UPI | License Photo»»»

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