History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
History repeating itself: Is Russia trying to ruin Central Asian integration efforts?
In mid-December 2025, several Russian state-controlled media outlets spread a rumour that Russia could apply for membership in the Central Asian Community. This statement followed Azerbaijan’s entry into the regional grouping in November at the 7th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Cent»»»
US President launches Board of Peace at signing ceremony in Davos
Davos: US President Donald Trump signed the founding charter for the Board of Peace during the World Economic Forum in Davos, joined on stage by leaders, foreign ministers and other top officials representing 19 other countries. The US President said: "Once this board is completely formed, we can d»»»
Germany expels Russian diplomat
Berlin has expelled a Russian diplomat over alleged espionage activities, prompting Moscow to pledge an “appropriate” response to the hostile move. The German Foreign Ministry announced the move on Thursday, stating it summoned the Russian envoy over the incident. While the ministry did not elabora»»»
Poland moves to strip Ukrainian migrants of privileges
The Polish government has approved a draft law that reduces benefits for Ukrainian migrants amid growing public frustration over their privileged status and the cost to taxpayers. In a post on X on Tuesday, Poland’s Interior Ministry said the proposed legislation would gradually phase out the Speci»»»
Contrasting Reactions Ensue after Bulgaria Signs Donald Trump's Peace Board Charter
Thursday's news that Bulgaria has joined the Gaza Board of Peace under the patronage of the United States and President Donald Trump met with contrasting reactions in Bulgaria. The announcement was made from Davos, Switzerland by Bulgaria's outgoing Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov, quoted by the go»»»
Doha to host the Fourth Annual Palestine Forum Saturday
Doha, Qatar: The 4th session of the Annual Palestine Forum will commence Saturday, organised by the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies in cooperation with the Palestinian Studies Foundation, over a period of three days. The Arab Center, in a statement today, noted that the fourth edition o»»»
REPLAY: Greenland PM holds press conference
Greenland PM holds press conference after Trump's declarations at Davos.»»»
Shell Eco-marathon kicks off at Lusail International Circuit in partnership with Qatar Museums
Doha, Qatar: Shell Eco-marathon Qatar 2026 has officially commenced with a grand opening ceremony at Lusail International Circuit in Qatar. The landmark event is being held under the patronage of the Chairperson of Qatar Museums, HE Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani. This marks the second time»»»
The mystery of the missing star in the Andromeda Galaxy – What really happened?
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Ministry of Municipality marks International Day of Education with awareness events
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality represented by the Public Parks Department and the Projects and Environment Department, in cooperation with the Friends of the Municipality Group and the 974 Beach Management, organised a series of awareness events to mark International Day of Education, wh»»»
How Barron Trump became involved in a London criminal case
US President Donald Trump's youngest son helped a London police probe after alerting them to an unfolding attack on a woman he had met on social media, a UK court heard Thursday. Barron Trump's surprise involvement in the criminal case at a court northeast of London began attracting media attention»»»
Zelensky says US 'security guarantees' for Ukraine ready after meeting with Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday he and US President Donald Trump had agreed on post-war US security guarantees for Ukraine, without providing further details. The deal, which awaits signatures and parliamentary approval, would be a key step in plans to end the Russian invasion.»»»
Over 8 million children in Sudan deprived of education due to war: UK child rights organisation
London: The British charity organisation, Save the Children has warned that the ongoing war in Sudan has deprived over 8 million children of education, describing it as the longest school closure period in the world. In a statement on Thursday, the global child rights organisation said that more th»»»
‘People do not feel truly safe’: Gaza’s nightmare is far from over
More than one hundred days have passed since Israel and Hamas, under the mediation of the United States and several regional actors, agreed to lay down their arms. The ceasefire ended the most intense phase of a war that had devastated Gaza for more than two years, leaving behind staggering human a»»»
Ukraine peace talks down to one sticking point – Witkoff
The Ukraine peace talks have been narrowed down to a single unresolved issue, according to US special envoy Steve Witkoff, who said he would travel to Moscow later on Thursday. The trip was later confirmed by the Kremlin. Speaking at an impromptu ‘Ukraine Breakfast’ on the sidelines of the World Ec»»»
Stealing Russian assets would be ‘act of war’ – Belgian PM
Stealing Russian assets frozen in the EU would amount to a “declaration of war” against Moscow, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has said. Western nations froze an estimated $300 billion in Russian central bank assets following the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in February 2022. The bulk o»»»
Trump's son called UK police after seeing woman 'beat up', court hears
Donald Trump's youngest son contacted UK police saying he witnessed a friend in London being "beat up" during a video call, a court has heard. Barron Trump, 19, told police he had friends call 999 from the US so that he could report the alleged attack in January 2025. Matvei Rumiantsev, 22, is on t»»»
Eight surprise takeaways from the Oscar nominations
Awards pundits were taken by surprise from the very first two words spoken at the Oscar nominations on Thursday. "Elle Fanning, for Sentimental Value," said hosts Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman, as they kicked off the nominations with the best supporting actress category. Fanning's appearance go»»»
Trump hosts Board of Peace signing ceremony at Davos - UPI.com
1 of 3 | President Donald Trump holds a signed founding charter at the Board of Peace meeting during the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Thursday. Photo by World Economic Forum/Jason Alden/UPI | License Photo Jan. 22 (UPI) -- President Donald Trump held a signing cerem»»»
Souq Waqif International Honey Exhibition brings finest products from 20 countries to Doha
Doha, Qatar: The seventh Souq Waqif International Honey Exhibition opened on Thursday at the Eastern Square, featuring honey and related products from 100 participating companies representing 20 countries. In addition, the exhibition includes more than 50 bee-related products, including propolis, b»»»
Match for Hope Fan Festival to host Naismith Trophy, 3x3 All Star Game for fans
Doha, Qatar: The Naismith Trophy will be displayed for the first time in a public space in Doha as the city gears up to host the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027. The iconic World Cup trophy will take centre stage at the Match for Hope Fan Festival, scheduled to run from January 24 to 31, 2026, at Pl»»»
German nurse jailed for murders could be linked to 100 more deaths
An ex-nurse convicted of murdering 10 patients in western Germany may be linked to more than 100 additional deaths, an official has said. The chief public prosecutor in Aachen, Katja Schlenkermann-Pitts, told the BBC that there was "a correspondingly high number of suspicious cases" under review. S»»»
Vice President JD Vance to visit Minneapolis amid immigration enforcement, protests - UPI.com
1 of 4 | Vice President JD Vance speaks during a meeting in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on January 9. He's expected to travel to Minneapolis on Thursday and participate in a roundtable with community leaders. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Vice P»»»
Working session at MFA with representatives of UN agencies, funds and programmes in Tunisia
Tunis, Jan. 22 (TAP) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration, and Tunisians Abroad, Mohamed Ali Nafti, held a working session on Thursday with the UN Resident Coordinator and representatives of UN agencies, funds, and programmes accredited in...»»»
Winter loosens its grip: Hungary to see spring-like temperatures this weekend!
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QF leads international dialogue in Davos on innovation, collaboration, growth
DAVOS: The path to strengthening Qatar’s deep tech ecosystem has been placed in focus on the global stage as Qatar Foundation fostered dialogue on advancing innovation and the possibilities that partnerships create at the Annual Meeting 2026 of the World Economic Forum. Leading figures from Qatar’s»»»
UAE President receives Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid
Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Shati, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Pri»»»
France seizes suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' oil tanker in the Mediterranean
France says it has seized an oil tanker in the Mediterranean suspected of being part of Russia's sanction-busting "shadow fleet". French President Emmanuel Macron said the tanker, named the Grinch, was "subject to international sanctions and suspected of flying a false flag". The French navy, with »»»
UAE expresses solidarity with New Zealand, conveys condolences over victims of floods, landslides
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with New Zealand following heavy rainfall that caused floods and landslides, resulting in a number of deaths and substantial damage to property. Also Read: New Zealand landslips kill at least two, others missin»»»
TISP Leader Trifonov: Manipulation of Optical Voting Scanners Is Impossible
In a Facebook post on Thursday, There Is Such a People (TISP) leader Slavi Trifonov said that falsification and manipulation of optical voting scanners are impossible. He said that these devices are the best option for voting in Bulgaria, as with this type of voting, the machine prints a paper prot»»»
Trump's 'Board of Peace' initially aimed at rebuilding Gaza, could have 'global role'
US President Donald Trump has unveiled his “Board of Peace,” a $1 billion initiative aimed at resolving international conflicts through permanent membership. Meanwhile, medical sources at Al-Shifa Hospital report that at least four people have been killed by Israeli fire in Gaza, and an infant has »»»
Match for Hope 2026 brings together football legends, content creators, and global artists
Doha, Qatar: Q Live, a platform affiliated with Qatar's International Media Office, announced the full lineup of football legends, fan-favorite content creators, and global artists participating in the final showdown of the Match for Hope 2026, scheduled to take place on January 30 at Ahmad Bin Ali»»»
Weekly quiz: How did this cow surprise scientists?
This week US President Donald Trump continued to share his frustration at not winning last year's Nobel Peace Prize, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham confirmed rumours of a rift with his family, and Dame Prue Leith announced she was leaving the Bake Off tent. But how much attention did you pay to what else h»»»
Olabi: New Syria embraces all its citizens without any discrimination
New York, Jan.22 (SANA) Permanent representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Ibrahim Olabi, said that Syria welcomes the positions of the countries that have acknowledged the significant efforts undertaken by the Syrian government, which have clearly differentiated between the Syrian Democrat»»»
REPLAY: Zelenzky speaks after meeting with Trump
Volodymyr Zelensky speaks at World Economic Forum after meeting Donald Trump.»»»
Rights group says detention centers continue to operate in Venezuela - UPI.com
A woman lights a candle during a vigil outside the Helicoide in Caracas, Venezuela, on Saturday. Relatives gathered in hope of the release of their family members after announcements made by the head of the Venezuelan Parliament, Jorge Rodriguez. Photo by Ronald Pena/EPA Jan. 22 (UPI) -- The Inter-»»»
Consumers spent more, saved less in November as inflation rose to 2.8% - UPI.com
A shopper retrieves milk from the milk case at a Schnucks Supermarket in Richmond Heights, Mo., in February 2022. Inflation ticked up to 2.8% in October and November, moving further away from the Federal Reserve’s target 2% mark, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reports Thursday. File Photo by Bill »»»
Military youth centre in Murmansk sends its instructors to war
An organisation that provides 'patriotic education' and military training to children and youth in the Kola Peninsula is sending its instructors to the front line in Ukraine. Battlefield experiences are of major importance for the teachers, according to the VOIN Centre. Five of the instructors who »»»
‘I’m not gonna pay anything’ – Trump on Greenland
US President Donald Trump has said that the Greenland deal currently being worked out by his administration and NATO would grant American forces “total access” to the territory at zero cost to Washington. Earlier this month, Trump promised to seize Greenland from Denmark “the easy way” or “the hard»»»
FNC member highlights need to empower men in family initiatives
Saer Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), praised an intervention by FNC member Mona Hammad calling for family empowerment programmes to include the empowerment of men, rather than being limited solely to women as is currently the case. He described her remarks as a valid and con»»»
Severe weather: Five fatalities and over 300 people rescued, civil protection reports
Tunis, Jan 22 (TAP) - Civil protection units had rescued 303 people since the onset of severe weather disturbances on Monday until Thursday morning (06:00 a.m.), Director of Operations at the National Civil Protection Office (ONPC) Colonel-Major...»»»
Abu Dhabi residents can now select suitable housing projects via new ADHA Service
The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) has launched the “Expression of Interest” service, effective today (Friday), allowing eligible citizens to select the housing project that best suits their needs in Abu Dhabi and Al Dhafra. The initiative empowers citizens to make their own housing decisions, »»»
Ecuador, Colombia launch tariffs on each other amid border tensions - UPI.com
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa said a 30% tariff would apply to certain Colombian imports starting Feb. 1. Photo by Gian Ehrenzeller/EPA Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Ecuador and Colombia have initiated a tariff dispute after a decision by Ecuador's government to impose a 30% duty on imports from Colombia, a»»»