Qatar strengthens humanitarian, diplomatic efforts toward Sudan
QNA Doha Qatar continued to play its active humanitarian role in supporting Sudan in light of the ongoing repercussions of the war and the complex humanitarian crisis the country is going through. This role and support comes in line with the constants of Qatari foreign policy based on promoting reg»»»
Qatar closely monitors developments in Yemen, reaffirms support for stability
Doha, Qatar: In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that the State of Qatar is following with keen interest the developments and ongoing events in the sisterly Republic of Yemen. The statement added that “Qatar affirms its full support for the legitimate Yemeni gover»»»
Iran, China, Saudi Arabia Call for Immediate Halt to Israeli Aggression - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Iran, China, Saudi Arabia Call for Immediate Halt to Israeli Aggression 09-12-2025 18:30 PM A joint communiqué issued Tuesday at the conclu»»»
UAE withdraws troops from Yemen after Saudi airstrike on shipment - UPI.com
People take part in a protest against Saudi Arabia in the southern port city of Aden, Yemen, on Tuesday. Photo by Najeeb Mohamed/EPA Dec. 30 (UPI) -- The United Arab Emirates announced Tuesday it's ending its military presence in Yemen after its close ally, Saudi Arabia, bombed separatists backed b»»»
UAE Announces End of Military Mission in Yemen Amid Tensions with Saudi Arabia
The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday that it has voluntarily ended the mission of its remaining military units in Yemen, effectively ending its military presence in the country.In a statement issued by the UAE Ministry of Defence, Abu Dhabi said its armed forces completed their military ro»»»
Will the Gaza ceasefire make it to phase two?
US President Donald Trump warmly greeted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago home in Florida this week as the two leaders put on a public display of unity on multiple fronts—from Gaza to Iran to Netanyahu’s legal and political challenges at home. This meeting came after week»»»
Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports: Israeli artillery shelled the outskirts of the towns of Yaroun and Rmeish - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent in southern Lebanon reports: Israeli artillery shelled the outskirts of the towns of Yaroun and Rmeish 30-12-2025 19»»»
25 years of American policy in the Middle East
America's overarching goal in the region is to ensure a secure Israel and US-friendly neighbouring states with which it can establish commercial ties. But inconsistent policies and mistakes have made this harder to realise. Below is an analysis of the impact of consecutive presidencies on US Middle»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli occupation artillery shelling targets the outskirts of Yaroun, south Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Yemen Declares State of Emergency, Demands Withdrawal of UAE Forces in 24 Hours
Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi declared on Tuesday a state of emergency throughout the country in wake of the "internal strife caused by the military rebellion in eastern provinces aimed at dividing the republic." He called for all military formations and fo»»»
Türkiye Calls Israel’s Recognition of Somaliland ‘Illegitimate’
Türkiye’s president on Tuesday called Israel's recognition of Somaliland "illegitimate and unacceptable" as he hosted a visit by his Somali counterpart. "Preserving the unity and integrity of Somalia in all circumstances holds special importance in our view. Israel's decision to recognize Somalilan»»»
Saudi Arabia to roll out four-tier excise tax on sweetened drinks from Jan 1
Dubai: Saudi Arabia will introduce a new four-tier excise tax system on sweetened beverages from Jan. 1, replacing the current flat-rate levy with a model that links taxation directly to sugar content, the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) said. Under the revised methodology, excise tax will»»»
Saudi Cabinet: We hope the UAE will respond to Yemen’s request to withdraw Emirati forces within 24 hours and to halt support for the Southern Transitional Council - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Saudi Cabinet: We hope the UAE will respond to Yemen’s request to withdraw Emirati forces within 24 hours and to halt support for the South»»»
King Salman International Airport Kicks of Construction of 3rd Runway to Boost Operational Efficiency
King Salman International Airport (KSIA), a PIF company, has commenced construction works on the third runway, marking a strategic step that reflects continued progress in airfield development and enhances the airport’s operational readiness to support long-term growth in air traffic demand. The th»»»
KSIA Commences Construction of Third Runway to Enhance Operational Efficiency
King Salman International Airport (KSIA), a PIF company, has commenced construction works on the third runway, marking a strategic step that reflects continued progress in airfield development and enhances the airport’s operational readiness to support long-term growth in air traffic demand. The th»»»
UAE says no weapons were in Yemen shipment destroyed by Saudis
The UAE denied shipping weapons to Yemeni separatists on Tuesday after Saudi-led forces said they had bombed arms sent by Abu Dhabi. "The shipment in question did not contain any weapons, and the vehicles unloaded were not intended for any Yemeni party," government spokesperson Afra Al Hameli wrote»»»
UAE announces end of its military presence in Yemen
The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday the withdrawal of its remaining forces in Yemen after Saudi Arabia earlier set a 24-hour deadline for their departure. "The Ministry of Defense announces the termination of the remaining counterterrorism teams in Yemen," a statement from the ministry sa»»»
Al-Manar correspondent reports: Israeli artillery shelled the outskirts of the town of Rashaya al-Fakhar in southern Lebanon with two rounds - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Al-Manar correspondent reports: Israeli artillery shelled the outskirts of the town of Rashaya al-Fakhar in southern Lebanon with two round»»»
UAE to withdraw remaining counter-terrorism teams from Yemen
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday that it has decided to end the remaining presence of its counter-terrorism teams in Yemen, citing recent developments and their potential impact on the safety and effectiveness of ongoing missions, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. Also Re»»»
Saudi Arabia backs call for UAE to leave Yemen after strike on separatist-held port
Saudi Arabia has backed a demand from Yemen's presidential council for the United Arab Emirates to withdraw within 24 hours, after a Saudi-led coalition bombed what it said was a weapons shipment for UAE-backed separatists at the port of Mukalla. The Saudi foreign ministry accused the UAE of "press»»»
UAE says no weapons were in Yemen shipment destroyed by Saudis
The UAE denied shipping weapons to Yemeni separatists on Tuesday after Saudi-led forces said they had bombed arms sent by Abu Dhabi. "The shipment in question did not contain any weapons, and the vehicles unloaded were not intended for any Yemeni party," government spokesperson Afra Al Hameli wrote»»»
Saudi Post Issues Commemorative Stamp for Riyadh Air
Saudi Post, in collaboration with Riyadh Air, has launched a commemorative stamp set priced at SAR3 to celebrate the airline’s inaugural flights on October 26, 2025, coinciding with the start of its operational phase. This issuance marks the beginning of operational activities for Riyadh Air as a n»»»
Oil Prices Stable as Investors Seek Clarity on Russia-Ukraine Talks
Oil prices were little changed on Tuesday as investors took stock of dented hopes of a Russia-Ukraine peace deal and rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East around Yemen, Reuters reported. Brent crude futures for February delivery, which expire on Tuesday, were up 15 cents at $62.09 a barr»»»
Mawani, Arabian Chemical Terminals Sign Land Lease for Jubail Port Storage Tanks
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) signed a contract with Arabian Chemical Terminals Ltd. to establish storage tanks for chemical and petrochemical materials at Jubail Commercial Port, with an investment exceeding SAR500 million on an area of 49,000 square meters. The project will contribute to enh»»»
Saudi-led coalition bombs key Yemen port
A Saudi-led coalition has carried out what it called a “limited airstrike” on a key seaport in Yemen, targeting an alleged weapons shipment intended for UAE-backed separatists. In a statement carried by Saudi state news agency SPA on Tuesday, the Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen – a Saudi-l»»»
Saudi Arabia condemns 'dangerous' UAE moves in Yemen, bombs arms shipment
Saudi Arabia bombed Yemen's port city of Mukalla on Tuesday over what it described as a shipment of weapons for a separatist force there that arrived from the United Arab Emirates. The kingdom later directly linked the UAE to the separatists' recent advances in Yemen and warned Abu Dhabi its action»»»
UAE puts wisdom before reaction, prioritises stability: Gargash
Dubai: Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to the UAE President, underscored the UAE’s longstanding approach of placing wisdom above reaction and prioritising stability over the noise of escalation. In a post on his official X account, Dr Gargash said: “The UAE’s position once again refle»»»
Report: Israeli escalation possible but all-out war ruled out
Political sources have ruled out the possibility of Israel launching a large-scale war on Lebanon in the foreseeable future, citing the absence of regional and international conditions, the lack of necessary capabilities and resources, the uncertainty of militarily eliminating Hezbollah, and the ri»»»
Saudi, UAE Engaged in War of Words as Riyadh Strikes Yemen’s Mukalla Port - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Saudi, UAE Engaged in War of Words as Riyadh Strikes Yemen’s Mukalla Port 30-12-2025 14:43 PM Saudi Arabia carried out airstrikes on Yemen’»»»
UAE reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia, rejects misuse of name in current events in Yemen
The UAE has expressed its deep regret regarding the statement issued by the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the serious inaccuracies it contained concerning the UAE’s role in the ongoing events in the Republic of Yemen. The UAE categorically rejects any attempt to involve its name in the tensi»»»
Tunisian-Saudi Joint Commission: Economy Minister holds meetings with Saudi officials
Tunis, Dec. 30 (TAP) – On the sidelines of the 12th session of the Tunisian-Saudi Joint Commission held in Riyadh on December 28 and 29, 2025, Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, held a series of meetings with senior Saudi officials...»»»
PIA set to relaunch Islamabad-London flights after six-year pause
Dubai: Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is set to resume flights between Islamabad and London, marking the end of a six-year hiatus in the route. The national carrier will operate four flights per week, landing passengers at London’s Heathrow Airport Terminal 4, a move aimed at enhancing trave»»»
Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam visits Speaker Nabih Berri in his resdidence in Ain Al-Tineh - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Syria unveils new banknotes, drops zeros and portraits in bid to restore trust in pound
Dubai: Syria has unveiled a series of redesigned banknotes as part of a sweeping monetary reform aimed at stabilising the national currency and restoring confidence in the economy after years of turmoil. The new Syrian pound removes two zeros from the old denomination and abandons portraits of form»»»
ACWA Power Expands GCC Footprint with $693m Engie Asset Deal
ACWA Power has completed the first phase of a $693 million acquisition of power generation and water desalination assets from Engie in Bahrain and Kuwait, strengthening its position as a leading regional utility operator. The transaction adds approximately 4.6 gigawatts (GW) of gas-fired power capa»»»
Egypt, Djibouti Sign a Trio of Strategic Agreements on Ports, Logistics, and Green Energy
Egypt and Djibouti have signed three strategic cooperation agreements covering maritime transport, logistics infrastructure, and renewable energy, underscoring a growing push to deepen bilateral economic and trade relations and strengthen regional supply chains in the Horn of Africa.The agreements »»»
Abu Hesheema Group Plans Strategic Entry into Saudi Market with Major Energy and Agriculture Investments
Egyptian industrial and investment group “Al Masryeen for Industry and Investment”, led by prominent businessman Ahmed Abu Hesheema, has signalled a significant expansion into the Saudi Arabian market, with plans to invest in the energy and agriculture sectors by late 2026 or early 2027. The announ»»»
Lebanon signs deal to purchase natural gas from Egypt
Lebanon plans to purchase natural gas from Egypt, seeking to reduce its reliance on fuel oil for its ageing power plants in a country hamstrung by regular electricity cuts. The electricity sector has cost Lebanon more than $40 billion since the end of its 1975-1990 civil war, and successive governm»»»
Egypt calls for emergency meeting of African Union peace council to reject Israeli recognition of Somaliland - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Egypt calls for emergency meeting of African Union peace council to reject Israeli recognition of Somaliland 30-12-2025 10:47 AM Latest New»»»
Qatari Diar Egypt awards CityGate project to Concrete Plus
DOHA: Qatari Diar Egypt, announced the award of one of the main construction packages for the CityGate New Cairo project to Concrete Plus, one of Egypt’s leading construction and engineering companies. This award comes as part of Qatari Diar’s strategy to accelerate construction progress on one of »»»
Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen, issues warning to UAE over separatists' support
Saudi Arabia bombed Yemen's port city of Mukalla on Tuesday over what it described as a shipment of weapons for a separatist force there that arrived from the United Arab Emirates. The kingdom later directly linked the UAE to the separatists' recent advances in Yemen and warned Abu Dhabi its action»»»
Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen, issues warning to UAE over separatists' support
Saudi Arabia bombed Yemen's port city of Mukalla on Tuesday over what it described as a shipment of weapons for a separatist force there that arrived from the United Arab Emirates. The kingdom later directly linked the UAE to the separatists' recent advances in Yemen and warned Abu Dhabi its action»»»
Government to review 'information failures' in British-Egyptian activist case
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has launched a review into what she calls "serious information failures" in the case of British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abd El Fattah. In a letter to the Foreign Affairs Select Committee, Cooper said she, Sir Keir Starmer and Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy "were al»»»
Saudi Foreign Ministry: We reiterate importance of UAE’s response to Yemen’s request to withdraw its forces within 24 hours - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Saudi Foreign Ministry: Actions taken by “brotherly state of United Arab Emirates are extremely dangerous” - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Yemen's PLC Imposes No Fly-Zone, Sea and Ground Blockade on All Ports and Crossings
Chairman of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council Dr. Rashad al-Alimi declared on Tuesday a state of emergency throughout the country in wake of the "internal strife caused by the military rebellion in eastern provinces aimed at dividing the republic." He called for all military formations and fo»»»
Qatar’s Al Attiyah sets sights on sixth Dakar triumph
DOHA: After winning his fifth Dakar Rally crown in 2023, Nasser Saleh Al Attiyah made it clear that his hunger for success was far from satisfied. Despite failing to reach the top step of the podium in the last two editions of the grueling event, the Qatari rally legend remains undeterred at the ag»»»
Qatar National Library welcomes New Year with dynamic programmes
DOHA: Qatar National Library (QNL) kicks off 2026 with an engaging lineup of programmes designed to inspire learners of all ages, support personal and professional growth, and bring the community together through culture and creativity. Serving as a vibrant hub for lifelong learning and dialogue, Q»»»
Saudi-led coalition says targeted weapons shipments from UAE in Yemen
A Saudi-led coalition said Tuesday it had carried out air strikes on weapons and combat vehicles being unloaded in Yemen from ships arriving from the United Arab Emirates, as tensions deepen between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi-backed factions battling for control of the country’s south. A Saudi-led coalit»»»
Saudi Arabia Ends Military Operation in Eastern Yemen
DOHA (Sputnik) - The Saudi-led Arab coalition announced the end of its military operation in the port of Al Mukalla in eastern Yemen after strikes on military cargo destined for the Southern Transitional Council forces. "The limited military operation in the port of Al Mukalla has been completed, a»»»