Arab League chief outlines vision to revamp joint Arab action
Cairo: Secretary-General of the Arab League Nabil Fahmy outlined his perspective on the upcoming period, along with the priorities of the operation of the General Secretariat of the Arab League, in pursuit of advancing its performance and the joint Arab action system. This came during a meeting wit»»»
Minister of Justice names NCIHL members
Doha, Qatar: Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs H E Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi has issued a decision appointing the members of the National Committee for International Humanitarian Law (NCIHL). Pursuant to the decision, the NCIHL shall be chaired by Undersecretary of th»»»
Frenchman convicted in missing body case confesses to killing his wife, lawyer says
Cédric Jubillar, a painter and plasterer who was sentenced last October for killing his wife Delphine, has finally confessed to the murder from his prison cell, his lawyer said Monday. The 38-year-old said he was ready to tell investigators the location of his wife's body, which was never found. A »»»
Police say 3 children killed in Wisconsin capsize found in sunken boat - UPI.com
July 7 (UPI) -- The three children who died last week when a severe storm capsized their boat were found within the sunken vessel, authorities said in an update to the investigation. The boat quickly sank Friday in Wisconsin's Geneva Lake after it was hit that afternoon by a sudden storm that swept»»»
Etihad Rail sets out Passenger Charter: security screening, valid tickets, and grounds for removal explained
Abu Dhabi: Etihad Rail has published details of its Passenger Charter on its official website, outlining the circumstances under which passengers may be removed from trains. The charter states that if railway staff or any authorized person has reasonable grounds to believe that a passenger is viola»»»
Deputy PM receives phone call from French Minister
Doha: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs H E Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani received a phone call yesterday from Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of the French Republic H E Catherine Vautrin. During the call, they reviewed the latest s»»»
Babiš coalition retreats from plan to cut back conflict-of-interest rules
First published in Deník N. The governing coalition in the Czech Republic has retreated from plans to substantially weaken conflict-of-interest rules that would have benefited the Agrofert conglomerate and prime minister Andrej Babiš. The government has decided that the proposal requires several ch»»»
Georges Hobeika showcases couture collection in Paris
DUBAI/ PARIS: Lebanese fashion house Georges Hobeika unveiled its latest collection at Paris Haute Couture Week on Monday. Hobeika and his son, Jad, presented a romantic lineup inspired by the poem “Instructions Before Visiting Earth” by James McCrae, drawing on the poem’s message of embracing life»»»
Oil prices gain as focus shifts to supply recovery and demand
SINGAPORE: Oil prices edged higher on Tuesday, though gains were capped as traders looked beyond easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and turned their attention to supply increases and demand prospects. Brent crude futures gained 38 cents, or 0.5 percent, to $72.37 a barrel, while US We»»»
Saudi Contractors Authority says projects awarded in June 2026 exceed $8bn
RIYADH: The Saudi Contractors Authority has issued its “Contracting Sector Outlook – June 2026” report via the SCAVO platform, highlighting key indicators for projects awarded in the Kingdom during June. The report aims to help contractors and investors identify available opportunities and support »»»
Building permits for residential buildings down 8.2% in first five months
The number of building permits issued for residential buildings in the first five months of the year was down 8.2% compared with the same period in 2025, to 12,979, according to data the National Institute of Statistics (INS) published on Tuesday.According to the source, declines were recorded in t»»»
Meat, milk and eggs production up in 2025 against 2024
The live weight of animals intended for slaughter for human consumption increased across all livestock and poultry species in 2025 compared with the previous year, while total milk and egg production also rose, according to data published on Tuesday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).Acc»»»
Trade: Romania's beer market shifts towards home consumption and alcohol-free products
Romania's beer market is seeing changing consumer habits as economic pressures encourage more people to drink at home and drive growing demand for alcohol-free beer, according to a study commissioned by the Brewers of Romania association.The survey, conducted by Reveal Marketing Research, found tha»»»
Egg prices fall in April in most of Romania's agri-food markets
The average chicken egg prices decreased in April 2026 on a monthly basis in most agri-food markets in Romania's county seats, while the price of honey remained relatively stable, according to the April 2026 Statistical Price Bulletin issued by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).For eggs, t»»»
Agriculture: APIA authorizes 1.924 billion euros for payment; uptake rate of 98.6% of funds
The Agricultural Payments and Intervention Agency (APIA) has authorized 1.924 billion euros for payment, representing an uptake rate of 98.6% of the European funds available for direct payments for the 2025 request year, announced the interim Minister of Agriculture, Tanczos Barna."Today, we evalua»»»
Ilie Bolojan: Green light for infrastructure program connecting Romania and Republic of Moldova
Acting premier Ilie Bolojan participated on last Thursday in signing two bilateral documents between Romania and Moldova, for building section 4 of Highway A8, connecting the two countries, an investment financed by SAFE Program. “It is very important for the transport connection between the two bo»»»
Cars: Romania's automotive market ends H1 2026 up 0.3pct
The new car market in Romania witnessed an increase of 0.3% in the first six months of 2026 from the same period of 2025, according to preliminary data from the Association of Romania's Motor Vehicle Manufacturers and Importers (APIA), based on statistics from the General Directorate for Driving Li»»»
Infrastructure : EUR 18 mln-plus contract for design of new Otopeni Airport terminal signed
The Bucharest National Airports Corporation (CNAB) has signed the contract for the design of the new terminal at "Henri Coanda" International Airport and its associated airside and landside infrastructure, a project valued at approximately EUR 18.4 million.According to the airport operator, the con»»»
Tourist arrivals, overnight stays down in first five months
Tourist arrivals at Romania's tourist accommodation establishments, including apartments and rooms for rent, totalled 4.287 million in the first five months of 2026, down 4.5% compared with the same period in 2025, according to data published on Friday by the National Institute of Statistics (INS).»»»
Healthcare: In Romania, emergency medicine on a par with European standards, but overcrowded by non-urgent cases
Emergency medicine in Romania is on a par with European standards, but emergency rooms remain overcrowded because many patients seek treatment for conditions that could be managed by family doctors or outpatient clinics, head of the Iasi Emergency Reception Unit-Mobile Service for Emergency, Reanim»»»
On This Day, July 7: West Point admits women for first time - UPI.com
On July 7, 1976, the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in New York enrolled female cadets for the first time in the institution's then-174-year-old history. 1 of 6 | Graduating cadets embrace at the conclusion of the West Point commencement ceremony in Michie Stadium at the United States Military»»»
Qatar aligns govt scholarships with future market needs
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s labour market is undergoing rapid transformation in line with the country’s National Vision 2030, with government scholarship programmes playing a key role in preparing qualified national talent for emerging and strategic sectors, according to a senior official from the Civil S»»»
Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz region
A tanker traveling off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz caught on fire early Tuesday morning after being struck by a projectile, the British military said. The attack was the latest targeting a vessel moving through the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf, through which a fifth of all oil and»»»
Crowds bid farewell to Khamenei in Iranian holy city of Qom
Iranian state television early Tuesday aired live images from a helicopter of hundreds of thousands of people walking toward Jamkaran Mosque, just south of Qom, for a funeral service for Khamenei. The mosque is believed by Shiites to have once hosted the Muhammad al-Mahdi, the 12th and last Shiite »»»
Global AI governance talks in Geneva aim to forge fair and sustainable digital order
Doha, Qatar: The international community is turning its spotlight to the Swiss city of Geneva, which is hosting the Global Dialogue on AI Governance on July 6-7, 2026. The event convenes representatives from member states, governments, international organizations, the private sector, academic circl»»»
A Nation Bids Farewell: Millions Pack Qom for Funeral Prayers of Martyred Leader Imam Khamenei in Qom - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe A Nation Bids Farewell: Millions Pack Qom for Funeral Prayers of Martyred Leader Imam Khamenei in Qom 07-07-2026 09:43 AM In a historic dis»»»
US thrashed by Belgium and out of World Cup after Balogun scandal
SEATTLE: Co-hosts the United States were thrashed 4-1 byBelgiumon Monday and were eliminated from the World Cup following FIFA's controversial decision to allow forward Folarin Balogun to play despite a red card suspension. Belgiumtook an early lead through Charles De Ketelaere in the ninth minute.»»»
QFMA receives five acquisition and merger applications worth QR1.322bn in 2025
Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Financial Market Authority (QFMA) received five applications related to the acquisition and merger activity worth QR1.322bn last year. These transactions were diverse and inclusive, as they included indirect acquisitions both inside and outside the State, reflecting the vital»»»
Payment of Increased Pensions Begins
The payment of newly indexed pensions for July 2026 through post offices begins on Tuesday, July 7, and will continue through July 20, the National Social Security Institute said. Pensioners receiving their benefits by bank transfer will have the funds credited to their accounts on Tuesday. The 7.8»»»
How a UAE nurse's calm intervention prevented panic during an in-flight emergency
Dubai: The overhead announcement broke the calm inside the aircraft. The cabin crew urgently asked if there were any doctors, nurses, or medical professionals on board. For Pooja Rajakumaran, there was no moment of doubt. “The moment I heard that call, my professional instincts and duty as a nurse »»»
Colombia and Switzerland eye return to quarter-finals
Doha, Qatar: For Colombia and Switzerland, Vancouver offers more than just a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. It presents an opportunity to equal one of the greatest achievements in each nation’s football history. With holders Argentina or Egypt awaiting the winners, today’s Round o»»»
QFA supports delivery of FIFA World Cup 2026
Doha: The Qatar Football Association (QFA) is taking part in delivering the FIFA World Cup 2026, with several of its staff managing match operations as part of a knowledge and expertise transfer programme between the Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) and FIFA. The programme draws on the »»»
Ombudsman Urges Social Protection in 2026 Budget Debate
Bulgarian Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva urged Parliament on Tuesday to ensure that the 2026 State Budget and State Social Insurance Budget safeguard vulnerable groups, warning that fiscal measures should not come at the expense of social protection. In an opinion submitted to Parliament, Delcheva su»»»
Salah’s Egypt chase more history against Messi’s Argentina
Doha, Qatar: After leading Egypt to the biggest victory in the country’s football history, Mohamed Salah revealed the message he gave his teammates before their dramatic penalty-shootout triumph over Australia: “This is a world stage. Show your footballing quality.” History-making Egypt will need a»»»
Mövenpick Hotel Doha celebrates Green Globe Gold certification following five years of sustainable excellence
Doha, Qatar: Mövenpick Hotel Doha proudly announces its achievement of the prestigious Green Globe Gold Certification, a distinguished recognition awarded to hospitality businesses that have maintained Green Globe certification for five consecutive years. This milestone reflects the hotel's unwaver»»»
Moneyval: Romania enhanced its anti-money laundering and terrorist financing measures
Romania has taken steps to strengthen its measures against money laundering and terrorism financing (AML/CFT) but still needs to address several deficiencies, the Council of Europe's Committee of Experts on the Evaluation of Anti-Money Laundering Measures and the Financing of Terrorism (Moneyval) c»»»
Daianu: It is not the growth model that is to blame for the imbalances, but rather macroeconomic policy errors and the quality of institutions
Romania’s macroeconomic imbalances are caused by errors in macroeconomic policies and weaknesses of the institutions, not by the growth model and accession to the euro zone is not possible as long as Romania has big deficits, states the chairman of the Fiscal Council, Daniel Daianu in an opinion ma»»»
BNR: Disputes generated by ROBOR fines may exceed the value of sanctions applied to banks
The disputes that could be initiated by bank customers following the fines applied by the Competition Council in the ROBOR case could generate losses significantly higher than the amount of the sanctions, warns the National Bank of Romania (BNR) in the Financial Stability Report published on Monday»»»
Grindeanu: Extraordinary session in late July for PNRR-related laws
The President of the Chamber of Deputies, PSD leader Sorin Grindeanu, considers it "mandatory" to hold an extraordinary session of Parliament at the end of July in order to adopt the laws necessary for absorbing funds from the PNRR."I would like?and in principle, we will do this?for us to have a fu»»»
ROMARM director general to participate in NATO Summit Defence Industry Forum
ROMARM SA National Company will be represented by its Director General, Razvan-Marian Pircalabescu, at the NATO Summit Defence Industry Forum (NSDIF), to be held on Tuesday on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Ankara, the company said in a press release on Monday.Pircalabescu will take part in me»»»
ForMin Toiu:Romania will support additional investments to protect Eastern Flank at NATO Summit in Ankara
Minister of Foreign Affairs Oana Toiu states that Romania will advocate, at the NATO Summit in Ankara, for additional investments regarding the protection of the Alliance's Eastern Flank.Toiu mentioned that Romania would support the objectives established during the meeting of the Supreme Council o»»»
Visiting Foreign Minister Anita Anand: Romania - Canada general information-security agreement to be signed soon
Canada's Foreign Minister, Anita Anand, who is on an official visit to Romania, said that negotiations on a general information-security agreement have been completed and that the document is expected to be signed soon. Speaking at a joint press conference with Romanian acting Foreign Minister Oana»»»
ForMinToiu:Discussions with Canadian Foreign Minister focused on Cernavoda projects
Minister of Foreign Affairs Oana Toiu stated on Monday that discussions with her Canadian counterpart, Anita Anand, focused on the refurbishment of Unit 1 and plans for the construction of Units 3 and 4 at Cernavoda.She highlighted the fact that 30 years have passed since the official inauguration »»»
Nicusor Dan: Romania and Canada share a strengthened partnership that is continuously developing
President Nicusor Dan, who met on Monday with Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand, emphasized the importance of continuing joint projects in areas such as security, nuclear energy, and industrial cooperation."Romania and Canada share a strengthened partnership?one that is continuously »»»
President Nicusor Dan participates in the NATO Summit in Ankara
President Nicusor Dan is participating in the NATO Summit in Ankara, which will take place on Wednesday, where he will advocate the importance of Allied support for the Black Sea region and the strengthening of air and maritime defence."Alliance leaders are meeting in Ankara against a security back»»»
Iran warns Britain, France against Hormuz mine-clearing mission as Europe moves to help free world's most critical oil chokepoint
Mine-clearing operations are among the most dangerous tasks at sea. Now, despite the 60-day ceasefire under the US-Iran memorandum, a British- and French-led naval mission to clear sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz has drawn an immediate warning from Iran. This exposing the fragility of a ceasefi»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli enemy carried out two bombings in the towns of Haddatha and Beit Yahoun, Southern Lebanon - 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: Israeli enemy carried out two bombings in the towns of Haddatha and Beit Yahoun, Southern Lebanon 06-07-2026 21:33 »»»
Qatar among top global performers in ICT development
Doha, Qatar: Qatar has reaffirmed its position among the world’s leading digital economies after achieving an outstanding score of 98.4 out of 100 in the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) ICT Development Index (IDI) 2026, released on June 30, 2026. The report placed the country among the »»»
Chinese court sentences ex-official to death for decades of bribery - UPI.com
July 7 (UPI) -- A Chinese court has sentenced a former executive deputy director of a government management committee to death for taking bribes worth more than $323.7 million in property over a 30-year period. Yang Youlin, the 69-year-old former executive deputy director of the Nanjing Economic an»»»
Trump expected to tell Turkiye he is ready to restore access to F-35 jets, NYT reports
US President Donald Trump is expected to tell Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan that he is prepared to allow the country to rejoin the F-35 stealth fighter program, the New York Times reported on Monday, citing four senior administration officials. The report comes as Trump heads to Ankara f»»»