Tanjug 20m

Vucic: If I resign, elections must called within 90 days, my term will not be cut short

BEIJING - Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Monday that, under the Constitution, elections would have to be called within 90 days if he were to resign. Vucic, who is on an official visit to China, told Serbian reporters in Beijing that "it is known how everything works" and that, if and wh»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 26m

Three Types of Social Assistance Available to Flood-Affected Sevlievo Residents, Minister Says

Residents affected by the floods in the Sevlievo area can receive at least three forms of social support, with total aid reaching up to nearly EUR 4,000, Labour and Social Policy Minister Nataliya Efremova during a news briefing near Sevlievo on Monday. She added that 110 home visits had already be»»»

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Naharnet 43m

Israeli army says soldier killed in southern Lebanon

Israel said on Monday a soldier was killed in southern Lebanon, taking to 23 the number of its troops killed in the war with Hezbollah. A military statement named him as 19-year-old Sergeant Nehoray Leizer of the 601st Combat Engineering Battalion, who "fell in combat in southern Lebanon". During t»»»

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Rubio says Israel has 'every right' to respond to Hezbollah attacks

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that a deal to end the war with Iran could materialize "today", adding that Israel had the right to defend itself against attack. "We thought we might have some news last night, maybe today, I wouldn't read too much into it," Rubio said in New Delhi, »»»

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Aoun says Israeli withdrawal a 'non-negotiable' demand

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 Lebanon in 2000 »»»

Gulf News 57m

Expected Eid prayer timings in UAE: Mosques and prayer gear up for large gatherings

Abu Dhabi: Eid Al Adha is expected to begin in the UAE in two days, with millions across the country preparing for prayers, family gatherings and festive celebrations marking one of the most important occasions in the Islamic calendar. According to astronomical calculations, the Hajj season for 202»»»

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Arab News 1h

Philippine rescuers racing against time a day after deadly building collapse 

ANGELES: Philippine rescuers were racing against time on Monday in a search ​for possible signs of life more than 24 hours after the collapse ofa building under construction in the city of Angeles, with crews carefully removing rocks and surrounding debris by hand. The painstaking manual operation »»»

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Qatar Tribune 1h

Amir sends congratulations to King of Jordan

Doha His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani on Monday sent a cable of congratulations to HM King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the sisterly Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Dialogue, negotiation right path for Iran situation foreign ministry

Beijing: China always believes that dialogue and negotiation are the right path for the Iran situation, and the use of force is a dead end, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday. Mao made the remarks at a regular news briefing when asked to comment on media reports that the »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Closer to peace — or another crisis? 5 unresolved issues haunting the US-Iran deal

Dubai: The United States and Iran appear closer than they have been in months to a possible agreement that could halt the war in the Middle East and ease tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. But despite optimistic statements from President Donald Trump and signals from Tehran, major questions rema»»»

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Gulf News 1h

Before and after: Hope fades under the rubble as death toll climbs in Philippine building collapse — 20 remain trapped

Rescuers pulled two more construction workers from the wreckage of a collapsed nine-story hotel before dawn Monday, but both later died, deepening fears for at least 20 others still believed trapped beneath tonnes of concrete, twisted steel, and shattered scaffolding, rescuers said. The unfinished »»»

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Gulf News 1h

Dubai Eid initiative frees inmates in rental cases

Dubai: In a humanitarian initiative launched ahead of Eid Al Adha, Dubai’s Rental Disputes Center (RDC), in partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charitable Establishment, has settled Dh3.5 million in rental-related liabilities to secure the release of 54 inmates and reunite them with»»»

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UPI 1h

Rubio tamps down expectations on Strait of Hormuz agreement - UPI.com

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that progress has been made in negotiations with Iran, while tampering expectations that there was a forth coming announcement about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. File Photo by Tom Brenner/UPI | License Photo May 25 (UPI) -- Secretary of Stat»»»

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Al Awsat 2h

Lebanon President Says Israeli Withdrawal 'Non-negotiable'

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 Lebanon»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

President of Rwanda leaves Doha

Doha, Qatar: The President of the Republic of Rwanda HE Paul Kagame left Doha on Monday morning, after a working visit to the country. HE and the accompanying delegation were seen off at Doha International Airport by the Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdul»»»

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Al Manar 2h

Israeli Enemy Soldiers Killed, as Hezbollah Drones Paralyze IOF in South Lebanon

The Israeli enemy confirmed on Sunday that one soldier was killed and another seriously wounded after an explosive-laden drone launched by Hezbollah detonated near an Israeli occupation force in southern Lebanon. The drone struck at approximately 3:30 p.m., targeting Israeli troops operating near t»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

17 dead, 10 injured in Pakistan as van hits parked bus

Peshawar, Pakistan: At least 17 people were killed and 10 injured in a road accident on Monday in northwest Pakistan, officials said. The crash occurred when a passenger bus travelling from Swat to Peshawar in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province developed a mechanical fault and stopped on the roadside.»»»

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The Peninsula 2h

Amir sends congratulations to King of Jordan

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent Monday, May 25, 2026, a cable of congratulations to HM King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein of the sisterly Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.»»»

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Arab News 2h

What we know and don’t know about the emerging deal to end the Iran war

CAIRO: A deal appears to be emerging between the United States and Iran to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz, and US President Donald Trump over the weekend said it had been “largely negotiated.” It is not clear when or how the deal might be finalized and when its various parts will take ef»»»

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Arab News 2h

17 dead, 10 injured in Pakistan as van hits parked bus

PESHAWAR: At least 17 people were killed and 10 injured in a road accident on Monday in northwest Pakistan, officials said. The crash occurred when a passenger bus traveling from Swat to Peshawar in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province developed a mechanical fault and stopped on the roadside. Passengers»»»

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Gulf News 2h

Millions of pilgrims arrive in Mecca for the annual Hajj pilgrimage

1/11Muslim pilgrims perform evening prayers around the Kaaba, Islam’s holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque in Mecca ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from abroad for this year’s Hajj, according to Saudi authorities.AP2/11A Muslim pilgrim»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Israel Military Issues New Evacuation Warning to 10 Lebanon Villages, Says One Soldier Killed

Israel's military on Monday warned residents of 10 villages, most of them in southern Lebanon, to evacuate their homes ahead of expected strikes against alleged Hezbollah targets. "In light of Hezbollah's violation of the ceasefire agreement, the Israel Defense Forces are compelled to operate again»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Al Misnad meets Head of Maronite Patriarchal Mission

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for International Cooperation H E Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met in Doha yesterday with Head of the Maronite Patriarchal Mission in Washington and Envoy of the Maronite Patriarch to Lebanon, Father Elie Adib Madi. The Minister of State for International Coop»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Minister of Environment honours military and security entities for supporting environmental initiatives

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Environment and Climate Change H E Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie honoured a number of military and security entities in recognition of their efforts in supporting environmental initiatives and activities, as well as their role in supporting national environment»»»

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Arab News 3h

Two killed in Russia during Ukrainian strikes

MOSCOW: Two people were killed Monday in Ukrainian strikes on the Russian border regions of Belgorod and Bryansk, local authorities said. “A drone attacked a vehicle in the town of Graivoron,” the authorities of the Belgorod region said in a statement, reporting that “a civilian was killed.” In Bry»»»

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Arab News 3h

Muslim candidates divide right in Italian city vote

Vigevano, Italy: A local election in an industrial city in northern Italy is exposing differences over immigration between governing coalition parties and showing how the country’s rapidly changing social fabric is shaping politics. Surrounded by factories and rice paddies, Vigevano is a city of 62»»»

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Gulf News 3h

UAE accelerates decade-long logistics plans in just years

Prague: Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said no party should be allowed to dominate the Strait of Hormuz or use it as leverage against the global economy, as the UAE outlined its response to mounting disruptions affecting international trade routes during a strategic dial»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Al Faisal Without Borders Foundation honours ‘Destination Imagination’ programme winners

Doha, Qatar: The Al Faisal Without Borders Foundation organised a ceremony to honour the winning school teams of the “Destination Imagination” programme for the 2025/2026 academic season. The programme is implemented in public and private schools in the State of Qatar in partnership with the Minist»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

MoPH discusses regulatory role in supporting coeliac disease patients

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health recently organised a workshop on the role of regulatory authorities in supporting coeliac disease patients, at the Itqan Clinical Simulation and Innovation Centre in Hamad Bin Khalifa Medical City, in conjunction with World Coeliac Awareness Day. Coeliac d»»»

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DW 3h

Germany's Dr. Wolff cosmetics company is going all in on AI

BusinessGermanyGermany's Dr. Wolff cosmetics company is going all in on AIMathilda Jordanova-DudaThis medium-sized, family-run business has embraced artificial intelligence to stay competitive. All employees are encouraged to learn about and apply LLMs. https://p.dw.com/p/5ECzXWill rapidly adopting»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Asian Shares Mostly Gain and Oil Prices Fall After Trump Says Peace Talks on Iran War Are Proceeding

Asian shares mostly rose Monday and oil prices plunged after US President Donald Trump said talks on ending the war with Iran are progressing. Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 surged 2.8% to 65,130.03. Australia's S&P/ASX 200 added 0.4% to 8,692.00. The Shanghai Composite gained 0.8% to 4,143.97. Tradi»»»

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Al Awsat 3h

Two Killed in Russia During Ukrainian Strikes

Two people were killed Monday in Ukrainian strikes on the Russian border regions of Belgorod and Bryansk, local authorities said. "A drone attacked a vehicle in the town of Graivoron," the authorities of the Belgorod region said in a statement, reporting that "a civilian was killed." In Bryansk, a »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Islamic Cultural Center participates in book fair, Prophetic Biography Exhibition

Doha: Dozens of visitors attended the pavilion of the Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center at the Book Fair and the Prophetic Biography Exhibition organised by the Ministry of Education and Higher Education. The center participated by presenting the virtual reality film “Journ»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Islamic Cultural Center organises programmes for women on first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah and Eid Al-Adha

Doha: To introduce Eid al-Adha and the Qatari traditions associated with it, the women’s section of the Sheikh Abdulla Bin Zaid Al Mahmoud Islamic Cultural Center organised a variety of activities aimed at educating non-Arabic-speaking women about this special season. The women’s section held its “»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Qatar, Vietnam explore trade and investment opportunities

Doha, Qatar: First Vice Chairman of Qatar Chamber (QC), Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar Al Kuwari, received yesterday at the Chamber’s headquarters, H E Nguyen Huy Hiep, Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to the State of Qatar. The meeting discussed economic and trade relations between the »»»

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The Peninsula 4h

Qatari mission reviews final preparations ahead of Hajj

Doha, Qatar: Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs and Head of the Qatar Hajj Mission H E Ghanem bin Shaheen bin Ghanem Al Ghanim met with owners of Qatari Hajj campaigns (Hajj tour operators) to review readiness levels and operational plans ahead of the start of 2026 Hajj season, reaffirming that »»»

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EU Observer 4h

[Interview] Europe’s data chief on sharing info with US: ‘The concerns are really big’

EUobserver sat down for an interview with Wojciech Wiewiórowski, the EU’s Data Protection Supervisor. Wiewiórowski, from Poland, caused headlines this month with his annual report, highlighting how complaints of data-breaches against Europol, the continent’s supra-police force had soared. He also t»»»

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Gulf News 4h

US–India relations: Rubio visit spotlights trade tensions and Quad agenda

New Delhi: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to India marks an effort by Washington and New Delhi to steady strained relations as both countries seek to reinforce strategic and economic ties despite recent trade tensions. In meetings on Sunday with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Fo»»»

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Al Awsat 4h

Philippine Construction Collapse Toll Hits Four, over Dozen Missing

The death toll rose to four Monday in the collapse of a building under construction near the Philippine capital, with more than a dozen people still believed missing, authorities said. Two workers pinned beneath the wreckage were found alive after the nine-storey structure gave way Sunday, hitting »»»

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Gulf News 4h

Hajj 2026 begins in Saudi Arabia as millions of pilgrims gather in Mecca

The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, officially began on Monday, with more than 1.5 million pilgrims arriving in Saudi Arabia from abroad. Saudi officials said the influx comes as the region remains on edge due to a fragile ceasefire linked to the Iran war and wider geopoli»»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Rubio says Iran deal still possible Monday

New Delhi: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that a deal to end the war with Iran could materialise "today". "We thought we might have some news last night, maybe today, I wouldn't read too much into it," Rubio said in New Delhi, referring to the potential agreement. "We have what I thi»»»

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Arab News 5h

US says Iran deal still possible, as Trump tempers expectations

WASHINGTON: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said a deal to end the war with Iran could materialize on Monday, as President Donald Trump tempered expectations. The United States and Iran have observed a ceasefire since April 8 while mediators push for a negotiated settlement, although Iran has imp»»»

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Arab News 5h

Victorian tomb prompts overdue conversation on imperialist mindset

TORONTO: A tent-shaped tomb in southwest London that has stood largely inaccessible for more than 70 years reopened last month. The Burton Mausoleum in Mortlake, the final resting place of Victorian explorer Sir Richard Burton and his wife Lady Isabel, reopened in April following a two-year, $334,6»»»

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Bulgarian News Agency 5h

Dual Education in Bulgaria Develops Too Sluggishly, Think-Tank Says

The national plan for secondary education admissions in Bulgaria for the 2026/2027 school year shows that 63% of the enrolment positions are for vocational training. To ensure that secondary-level vocational education is linked to the needs of the labour market, it is essential to develop the dual »»»

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The Peninsula 5h

Crack found in California toxic chemical tank could relieve pressure

Los Angeles, United States: Authorities in California on Sunday said they discovered a crack in a damaged tank of toxic chemicals, potentially relieving pressure as the threat of an explosion has forced tens of thousands of residents to evacuate. About 50,000 residents were ordered to leave their h»»»

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Arab News 5h

Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns

MAKKAH: The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, officially began Monday. More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from outside the country, Saleh bin Saad Al-Murabba, commander of the Hajj passport forces, said Friday. The faithful have been pouring into the»»»

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Arab News 5h

Muslims begin the annual Hajj in sweltering heat against a backdrop of war concerns

MAKKAH: The annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, officially began Monday. More than 1.5 million pilgrims have arrived in Saudi Arabia from outside the country, Saleh bin Saad Al-Murabba, commander of the Hajj passport forces, said Friday. The faithful have been pouring into the»»»

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BNE 5h

EU’s foreign policy boss Kallas is undermining Europe’s credibility

Kaja Kallas has done it again. The EU’s top foreign policy high representative called China a “cancer” that needs decisive treatment with chemotherapy rather than temporary relief with morphine. This is the latest in a series of bizarre remarks that have unsettled her colleagues and led to the rapi»»»

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BNE 5h

EU’s foreign policy boss Kallas is undermining Europe’s credibility

Kaja Kallas has done it again. The EU’s top foreign policy high representative called China a “cancer” that needs decisive treatment with chemotherapy rather than temporary relief with morphine. This is the latest in a series of bizarre remarks that have unsettled her colleagues and led to the rapi»»»

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