UAE strongly condemns renewed Iranian hostile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the renewed hostile attacks by Iran targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait with missiles and drones. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.In a statement, the Min»»»
Vazrazhdane Will Not Support Bulgaria's Involvement in Iran Conflict, MP Ganev Says over US Refuelling Aircraft Proposal
Vazrazhdane is the only political force that will not support Bulgaria's involvement in the conflict with Iran, the party's deputy leader and Deputy Parliament Chair, Tsoncho Ganev, told reporters on Monday. He was commenting on Prime Minister Rumen Radev's statement that the government would ask P»»»
More Tourists, Fewer Beach Crowds: Sofia and Plovdiv Drive Bulgaria’s Summer GrowthOpinions
The number of tourists visiting Bulgaria this summer is increasing, but the growth is not concentrated in the traditional seaside destinations. According to Rumen Draganov, director of the Institute for Analysis and Assessment in Tourism, tourist arrivals in the country have risen by around 2%, wit»»»
Bulgaria Ranks Third in EU for Clean Bathing Waters, Ahead of Spain and ItalyOpinions
Bulgaria has ranked among the European Union's top performers for bathing water quality, placing third in the latest annual assessment by the European Environment Agency for the 2025 season. According to the report, 96.9% of the country's monitored bathing sites achieved the highest possible classi»»»
Israeli Occupation Forces Raid Villages in Syria’s Southern Quneitra
Israeli occupation forces incurred several villages in the southern countryside of Quneitra on Monday and established a military checkpoint west of Saida Al-Golan, Syria’s state news agency SANA reported. A convoy of seven Israeli military vehicles entered the area through the Tel Abu Al-Ghithar ga»»»
Kiev sells victory while eating its own
“Victory,” US president John F. Kennedy once said (paraphrasing the Roman historian Tacitus), “has a hundred fathers, and defeat is an orphan.” To be precise, Kennedy made the comment after a humiliating political and black-ops fiasco, namely the botched attempt to use Cuban exiles to invade and re»»»
Trump resorts to whataboutism after Iranian strike kills two US troops
US President Donald Trump has brushed aside Democratic lawmakers’ calls to end the war with Iran after four US service members were killed in a missile strike on a military base in the Middle East. The Republican appeared to downplay the extent of the casualties in the conflict, suggesting that the»»»
Trump personally presents World Cup trophy to Spain (VIDEOS)
US President Donald Trump inserted himself into the FIFA World Cup awards ceremony, personally presenting Spain the trophy after the European champions defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Trump joined FIFA President Gianni Infa»»»
US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Jordan by Iran
WASHINGTON: The US military on Monday identified two soldiers killed in action last week as part of the war with Iran. The Defense Department said in a statement that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, were killed in Jordan, w»»»
Jeddah camp gives students a platform to debate
JEDDAH: A new debate camp in Historic Jeddah is bringing together students from diverse academic disciplines to develop critical thinking, argumentation and public speaking skills while promoting a culture of constructive dialogue. The inaugural Debates Camp, a joint initiative by Wasl Cultural Cen»»»
US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Jordan by Iran
WASHINGTON: The US military on Monday identified two soldiers killed in action last week as part of the war with Iran. The Defense Department said in a statement that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, were killed in Jordan, w»»»
PM Péter Magyar sets criteria for Hungary’s next president
On Monday, before the agenda was taken up, the prime minister identified unconditional love for the country as an essential requirement for the next presidential candidate in the National Assembly. Regarding the presidential election, Péter Magyar said, “We’re starting with a clean slate; we’re not»»»
Continue the Change Awaits PM's Recommendations on Bezmer Tanker Aircraft
Continue the Change said it expects Prime Minister Rumen Radev's recommendations to Parliament regarding the deployment of US tanker aircraft at Bezmer Air Base, according to a position published on the party's Facebook page on Monday. The statement came after Radev said the government would propos»»»
US State Department: Implementation operations in the pilot areas began today in southern Lebanon in the villages of Froun, Srifa, and Zawtar Al-Gharbiya, in accordance with the framework agreement and under the supervision of the Lebanese military coordination team - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Closing Bell: Saudi main index closes in green at 10,741
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index rose on Monday, gaining 25.17 points, or 0.23 percent, to close at 10,741.99. The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR3.95 billion ($1.05 billion), with 78 listed stocks advancing and 179 declining. The MSCI Tadawul Index also increased»»»
Hamas says Khalil Al Hayya elected as group's new chief
Gaza City: Hamas announced Monday that it had elected Khalil Al Hayya, the group's lead negotiator in indirect ceasefire talks with Israel, as the new head of its political bureau. "Hamas announces the election of brother mujahid Khalil Al Hayya as head of the it's political bureau, succeeding the »»»
Will Italy play a 'verification' role in south Lebanon?
Contacts are underway between the United States and several European countries to strengthen the verification mechanism for implementing the pilot zone arrangements in southern Lebanon, a diplomatic source said. The source explained to al-Joumhouria newspaper that Italy has expressed its readiness »»»
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis announce maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia
Sanaa: Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Monday announced a maritime embargo of their foe Saudi Arabia, raising the stakes after the pair traded fire last week for the first time in years. The rebels declared "a maritime embargo against the criminal Saudi enemy, based on the equation of 'an eye »»»
Philippine Airlines to acquire up to 20 Boeing 787-10s
Manila: Philippine Airlines said Monday it plans to acquire up to 20 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner jets, its first order from the US manufacturer in nearly 20 years. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding for the acquisition of 15 of the fuel-efficient aircraft "with an opportunity for f»»»
US says pilot zone operations in south Lebanon have begun
The United States on Monday announced the launch of the “pilot zone” process in south Lebanon. “Today, pilot zone operations began in the villages of Froun, Srifa, and Zawtar Al-Gharbiya in accordance with the Trilateral Framework and under the auspices of the Military Coordination Group for Lebano»»»
Political Changes Lead to Decline in Social Tension in Q2 2026 - Poll
Political changes and the holding of elections have led to a decline in social tension in Bulgaria during the second quarter of 2026 compared to the previous two quarters. The index, measured jointly by the Center for Analyses and Crisis Communications and the Myara Agency, stood at 6.22, according»»»
Deputy Chief of Defence, Outgoing Romanian Defence Attaché to Bulgaria Praise Bilateral Cooperation
Deputy Chief of Defence Lieutenant General Krasimir Kanev met with Romania's Defence Attaché to Bulgaria, Colonel Vasile Onesimiuc, on the occasion of the completion of his posting in Bulgaria, as well as with the newly appointed Defence Attaché, Lieutenant Colonel Angela-Cristina Pistolia, the Def»»»
CRA boosts access to global connectivity through submarine cable network
Doha, Qatar: The Communications Regulatory Authority (CRA) has issued Decision No. (12) of 2026 on the Regulation for Offer of Access to Submarine Cable Landing Station (SCLS) International Connectivity Services, together with accompanying Guidelines. The move aims to enhance transparency, predicta»»»
Yemen's Houthis Announce Naval Blockade of Saudi Arabia
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Yemen's Ansar Allah movement, also known as the Houthis are imposing a maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia, military spokesman Yahya Saree said on Monday. "The Yemeni Armed Forces declare a maritime embargo against the criminal Saudi enemy, based on the equation of 'an eye for an ey»»»
Egypt and Jordan discuss regional tensions, Gaza and de-escalation efforts
Cairo, July 20 (SANA) Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi discussed regional developments and efforts to reduce tensions during a phone call on Monday, reaffirming support for diplomatic solutions and coordination among Arab states. According to Egyp»»»
King Abdulaziz University shortlisted for Times Higher Education Awards Arab World
JEDDAH: King Abdulaziz University has been shortlisted in two categories for the Times Higher Education Awards Arab World for initiatives on artificial intelligence education and data-driven enrollment planning. The university was named a finalist in the Teaching and Learning Strategy of the Year a»»»