New wave of Saharan dust expected as of Monday
Concentrations of Saharan dust are expected to subside on Sunday but a new wave is expected to affect various regions of Greece as of Monday, according to AtmoHub, the country’s information hub for atmospheric composition. The hub said air quality near ground level in Crete, particularly in Chania,»»»
US Will Destroy Anyone Who Approaches Iran's Enriched Uranium - Trump
WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - The United States will destroy anyone who approaches Iran's enriched uranium stockpiles, US President Donald Trump said. "We have that very well surveilled.. If anybody got near the place, we will know about it and we will blow them up," Trump said in an interview with journa»»»
CAPTEX expands sports manufacturing capacity amid Egypt’s push to deepen local industry
CAPTEX, the Egyptian manufacturer of sports equipment and supplies, is moving to expand its production capabilities as part of broader state efforts to deepen local manufacturing, increase domestic content, and strengthen cooperation between the public and private sectors. Minister of State for Mil»»»
M squared CEO Karim Malash named to Forbes Middle East real estate leaders list
Forbes Middle East has named Karim Malash, Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer of M squared, to its Most Impactful Real Estate Leaders 2026 list. Forbes selects its award recipients based on their role and contributions to accelerating the growth of the real estate market in the Middle East. Th»»»
FRA introduces new regulatory framework to boost takaful insurance market
The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA), chaired by Islam Azzam, has issued Decision No. 70 of 2026 regulating the rules, standards, and controls governing companies licensed to practise takaful insurance activities in Egypt. The move is aimed at revitalising the takaful insurance market and stimu»»»
Banque Misr funds Andalusia Hospital Maadi expansion with EGP 300m, $6.5m over 8 years
Banque Misr has signed an eight-year financing agreement worth EGP 300m and $6.5m with Andalusia Hospital Maadi to finance construction and medical expansions, as part of the bank’s role in supporting vital sectors and promoting investments with developmental impact, particularly in healthcare. The»»»
Egypt’s Hajj medical mission delivers 987 healthcare services to pilgrims in Saudi Arabia
Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population said the Egyptian medical mission accompanying pilgrims during the Hajj season has provided 987 healthcare services to Egyptian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia since their arrival, while confirming that no infectious disease outbreaks have been detected among them»»»
Israel built secret base in Iraq to bomb Iran – WSJ
Israel secretly built a military outpost in the Iraqi desert to support its air campaign against Iran and even launched strikes on Iraqi troops who nearly discovered it, the Wall Street Journal has reported, citing US officials familiar with the matter. The clandestine base was set up shortly befor»»»
Jordan condemns targeting of commercial ship in Qatari waters
Amman: Jordan condemned Sunday the attack on a commercial cargo ship in Qatar's territorial waters by a drone, considering it a flagrant violation of international law and the principle of freedom of navigation. In a statement, Jordan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed Jordan's rejection and co»»»
Syrian government helps 1,200 displaced families return to Afrin
LONDON: Syrian authorities facilitated the return of 1,200 families to their towns and villages in Afrin, a Kurdish-majority region in northwestern Syria. The families were displaced in Hasakah in eastern Syria as a result of the country’s civil war that lasted from 2011 to 2024. Internal security »»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted a gathering of Israeli occupation army soldiers in Deir Siryan, Jall Al-Alam site, Khallat Raj in Deir Siryan with several drone strikes: Military Media Statements 14 to 16 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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What We Are Reading Today: ‘Foster’
Author: Claire Keegan Claire Keegan’s 2010 work “Foster” is under 100 pages, but it contains the kind of emotional shift some novels spend hundreds of pages trying to earn. The Irish author writes through the eyes of an unnamed young girl sent from her crowded home to live for a time with her mothe»»»
Saudi National Orchestra and Choir performs in Rome
DUBAI: The Saudi Music Commission took its “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” world tour to Rome on Friday with a large-scale performance at the Temple of Venus and Rome within the Colosseum Archaeological Park. The concert featured a special appearance by Andrea Bocelli in a showcase celebrating Saudi a»»»
Arsenal survive VAR drama to move closer to title with dramatic win at West Ham
London: Arsenal moved closer to the Premier League title in controversial fashion as a hugely contentious decision to disallow Callum Wilson's stoppage-time goal handed the leaders a vital 1-0 win against West Ham on Sunday. Mikel Arteta's side struggled to break down West Ham in a tense derby at t»»»
Gazprom Neft Middle East B.V.: Iraqi Kurdistan Sarqala field under Gazprom management
The Sarqala oil deposit inside Iraqi Kurdistan’s Chamchamal District serves as the sole producing asset for Gazprom Neft Middle East B.V., an upstream arm domiciled in the Netherlands belonging to the Russian Gazprom Group. Through a production-sharing structure, the firm manages all field operatio»»»
Pakistan accuses India of ‘hydro-terrorism,’ demands restoration of Indus Waters Treaty
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday accused India of “hydro-terrorism” by suspending cooperation under the decades-old Indus Waters Treaty, saying New Delhi’s move threatens regional stability and must be handled “with seriousness.” Signed in 1960, the treaty was brokered by th»»»
Macron says France ‘never envisaged’ sending warships into Strait of Hormuz
NAIROBI: President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that France had “never envisaged” a naval deployment in the Strait of Hormuz but rather a security mission that would be “coordinated with Iran.” At a news conference in Nairobi, Macron said he was sticking to his position opposing a blockade from e»»»
Egypt’s new vision: Education at core of economic competitiveness
Education is becoming one of the defining pillars of global competitiveness at a time when technology and artificial intelligence are rapidly reshaping economies and labour markets worldwide. This was the central message delivered by Minister of Education and Technical Education Mohamed Abdel Latif»»»
Khaled Sabry Developments launches Waterside Villas in Rosail City with immediate delivery
Khaled Sabry Developments announced the launch of a new villa phase, Waterside Villas, within its Rosail City project, as part of its strategy to offer ready-to-move residential units targeting buyers seeking both stability and investment opportunities. The new phase spans around 20 feddans within »»»
RED launches Keller Williams Egypt with nationwide expansion plans
RED has secured the exclusive master franchise rights to represent Keller Williams in Egypt, reflecting growing interest in adopting more structured brokerage and marketing models. Founded in Texas in 1983, Keller Williams operates in more than 68 countries through a network of over 200,000 real es»»»
Ajna, Manara partner on phase four of Carnelia in Galala
Ajna Developments has signed a partnership agreement with Manara Developments to develop Phase Four of the Carnelia project in Galala City, Ain Sokhna. Under the agreement, Manara will oversee the development and marketing of the fourth phase, while Ajna continues managing and operating the overall»»»
Partly cloudy weather across most regions on Sunday night
Tunis, May 10, 2026 (TAP) — The weather, on Sunday night, will be partly cloudy across most regions, according to forecasts from the National Institute of Meteorology.Winds will blow from the east. They will be relatively strong near the coasts and...»»»
Russia regards Tunisia as key MENA partner as bilateral trade tops $1.8 billion, ambassador says
TUNIS, May 10, 2026 (TAP) — Russian Ambassador to Tunis Alexandre Zolotov said Tunisia is “a traditional, reliable and highly valued partner” for Russia in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, highlighting the development of bilateral...»»»
Lebanon Says Two Paramedics Affiliated with Hezbollah Killed by Israeli Strikes in South
Lebanon's health ministry said two paramedics from the Hezbollah-affiliated Islamic Health Committee were killed and five others wounded on Sunday in two Israeli strikes on the country's south despite a ceasefire. As the state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported Israeli airstrikes and artillery»»»
Emaar plans first Vida hotel project in Egypt
UAE-based Emaar Hospitality Group is set to develop Vida Marassi Marina, a major leisure development with 120 hotel rooms and suites offering a refreshing; marina tourism; experience. This marks the first project under its Vida Hotels and Resorts brand in Egypt, and marks the third hotel project by»»»
Macron says France 'never envisaged' sending warships into Strait of Hormuz
Nairobi: President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that France had "never envisaged" a naval deployment in the Strait of Hormuz but rather a security mission that would be "coordinated with Iran". At a news conference in Nairobi, Macron said he was sticking to his position opposing a blockade from e»»»
Macron Says France ‘Never Envisaged’ Sending Warships into Strait of Hormuz
President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that France had "never envisaged" a naval deployment in the Strait of Hormuz but rather a security mission that would be "coordinated with Iran". At a news conference in Nairobi, Macron said he was sticking to his position opposing a blockade from either sid»»»
Prime Minister meets members of Tunisian community in Nairobi
Tunis, May 10 (TAP) — Prime Minister Sarra Zaafrani Zenzri said on Sunday in Nairobi that the Tunisian diaspora represents a key pillar of national development, according to a statement from the Presidency of the Government.Speaking during a meeting...»»»
Hezbollah fighters directly hit a newly established command center of the Israeli enemy army in the town of Al-Bayyada with an attack drone: Military Media Statement 12 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Hezbollah fighters directly hit a gathering of Israeli occupation army soldiers in the town of Tayr Harfa with an attack drone: Military Media Statement 11 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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LIA welcomes UN Security Council’s updated Implementation Assistance Notice No. 6 clarifying interpretation of its asset freezing measures
The Libyan Investment Authority (LIA) welcomed yesterday the issuance by the UN Security Council, on 1 May 2026, of the updated version of Implementation Assistance Notice No. 6, which came in response to the LIA’s repeated requests and communications for clarification on the correct interpretation»»»
Iran responds to U.S. peace proposal, state media says - UPI.com
President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian said on social media Sunday that Iran's goal in peace talks is to uphold its rights and national interests. File Photo by Peter Foley/UPI. | License Photo May 10 (UPI) -- Iran has communicated its response Sunday through a mediator to a pr»»»
Bangladesh declares 7-day public holiday for Eid al-Adha
Dhaka: The Bangladeshi government has declared a seven-day holiday for the upcoming Eid al-Adha, one of the two major celebrations in the country. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in the chair recently, an official told Xinhua on Sunday. The Cabinet Div»»»
Egypt advances plans to secure petroleum supplies and boost clean energy to 45% by 2028
Egypt’s finance ministry has guaranteed the availability of necessary financial allocations to secure petroleum products and ensure the stability of the national electricity grid, Cabinet Spokesperson Mohamed El-Homosany said on Sunday. The confirmation of funding, aimed at meeting domestic and ind»»»
Maariv: Recently, Hezbollah has focused on striking military targets inside Lebanon and even inside “Israel,” aiming to hit Israeli soldiers and inflict heavy damage on the army’s advanced combat systems - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Maariv: They tried to suppress the news and prevent publication of the serious incident that occurred over the weekend, but Hezbollah’s footage exposed the matter - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Maariv: They tried to suppress the news and prevent publication of the serious incident that occurred over the weekend, but Hezbollah’s foo»»»
Hezbollah fighters targeted an IOF communications Hummer in the town of Tayr Harfa with an attack drone, achieving a direct hit: Military Media Statement 10 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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GIZ organises workshop on sustainable municipal waste management systems
Germany’s GIZ Libya reported last Thursday (7 May) that a new phase of Municipal Waste Management Planning workshops has officially started (25 April and 14 May) for 15 municipalities at the Municipal Development and Decentralisation Support Centre (), in coordination and cooperation with the Tripo»»»
UAE hands over fugitive in KD433,000 money laundering case to Kuwait
Kuwaiti authorities have secured the return of an Indian fugitive convicted in a money laundering case involving more than KD433,000, linked to a criminal network trading in alcoholic beverages, the Ministry of Interior said. The Criminal Security Sector, in coordination with the International Crim»»»
Iran War ‘Not Over,’ Uranium Must Be Removed, Says Netanyahu
Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium must be "taken out" before the US-Israeli war against Iran can be considered over, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in an interview Sunday. "It's not over, because there's still nuclear material -- enriched uranium -- that has to be taken out of Ir»»»
Israeli Attorney General Opposes Appointment of Next Mossad Chief
Israel's attorney general on Sunday opposed the appointment of the next head of the Mossad spy agency, due to take office in June, in a letter to the Supreme Court shared with the Israeli media. The court is due to hear multiple petitions against the appointment of Major General Roman Gofman in the»»»
Jordanian border guards shoot down 2 drug drones
LONDON: The Jordanian border force and the Anti-Narcotics Department thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotics using two drones along its western front bordering Syria. On Sunday, forces shot down the drones within Jordanian territory and seized a large quantity of drugs, according to the Petra news»»»
Registration opens for undergraduate programs for Fall 2026 semester: Qatar University
Doha: Qatar University (QU) announced the opening of online applications for undergraduate programs in the Fall 2026 semester. Applications are open for transfer students and second bachelor's degree students, in addition to new students, visiting students, and non-degree course students, the unive»»»
Russia's Lavrov Says Nazism Experiencing Revival in Europe
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - There is no doubt that Nazism is experiencing a revival in Europe, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Sunday. "There is no doubt that Nazism is reviving [in Europe], that its postulates are actively and ideologically being promoted in public opinion, and in practical »»»
ICRC President Condemns Strikes on Civilian Objects Amid US Threats to Iran
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) President Mirjana Spoljaric Egger on Sunday said that she opposed strikes on civilian infrastructure facilities amid US threats against Iran. "Any deliberate threats against civilians – in rhetoric and in action – are indefensible, »»»
Israeli attorney general opposes appointment of next Mossad chief
JERUSALEM: Israel’s attorney general on Sunday opposed the appointment of the next head of the Mossad spy agency, due to take office in June, in a letter to the Supreme Court shared with the Israeli media. The court is due to hear multiple petitions against the appointment of Major General Roman Go»»»
Placing Alzheimer’s patients in specialised care centres essential in cases of complications, says geriatrics specialist
TUNIS, May 10, 2026 (TAP) - It is imperative, now more than ever, to consider placing patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease in specialised centres or nursing homes in cases of behavioural disorders and declining health conditions, to ensure...»»»
Five logistical areas for vegetables and fruits
MENA: Five new areas will be put up to investment in Upper Egypt, Delta and Canal cities in order to establish logistical areas for grains, vegetables and fruits, said Supply and Internal Trade Minister Khaled Hanafi. These logistical areas will provide grains, vegetables and fruits in large quanti»»»
IBM announces Major block chain solution to speed global payments
IBM has announced a new block chain banking solution that will help financial institutions address the processes of universal cross-border payments, designed to reduce the settlement time and lower the cost of completing global payments for businesses and consumers. At present, making international»»»
Romania backs African education with Bitdefender donation to Senghor University in Egypt
The Romanian government, through cybersecurity firm Bitdefender, has provided a financial contribution to fund computer equipment for Senghor University’s newly inaugurated campus in Borg El Arab, Egypt, the Embassy of Romania in Cairo announced on Sunday. The donation, facilitated by Romanian auth»»»