BEIRUT: Lebanon and Israel are holding new negotiations under US auspices in Rome on Tuesday, against the backdrop of a regional escalation between Washington and Tehran.The two countries, officially at war for decades, reached a framework agreement on June 26, after five rounds of negotiations in »»»

DOHA: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the targeting of two Emirati oil tankers as they transited the Strait of Hormuz, considering it a serious violation of international maritime safety, a direct threat to the security of global energy supplies, and a clear and blatant breach of internationa»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Chairman of the Presidential Council of the State of Libya HE Dr. Mohamed Al Menfi arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Ha»»»

Thai forensic police officers on Monday examine a Bangkok pub that was the location of a fire that has killed 30 people. Photo by Rungroj Yongrit/EPA July 14 (UPI) -- The death toll from a fatal fire that ripped through a Bangkok pub early Monday rose to 30, officials said Tuesday morning as the in»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has launched a new national award to celebrate the institutions, teachers and partners shaping the country's higher education and scientific research sector. The UAE Award in Higher Education was launched under the patronage of Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Mi»»»

FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s suggestion that the World Cup could eventually expand to 64 teams has reignited one of football’s biggest debates. Critics argue that another expansion would dilute the competition, weaken the qualifying process and create major logistical challenges for host natio»»»

PESHAWAR: Eleven people were killed overnight when heavy rain caused the roof of a mud-brick house to collapse in northwest Pakistan, police and rescue officials said Tuesday.The accident occurred in Kohat district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, according to Bilal Faizi of the provincial emergency»»»

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Doha, Qatar: President of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania HE Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of the Father Amir HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad»»»

Dubai: A year ago, the 20 Emirati students who make up the first class of Dubai Culture's new music programme were still finding their footing on a violin, a cello, or behind a piano. This month, several of them will walk onto the stage of Vienna's Musikverein, one of the most famous concert halls »»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Russian forces launched precision strikes on missile and drone production facilities in Kiev and port infrastructure in the city of Yuzhny in the Odessa region overnight, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday. "Last night, the Russian armed forces conducted group strikes w»»»

As the perils of overexposure to social media become the concern of more and more member states, the EU Commission has stepped up to the plate with recommendations to restrict social media for children under 13. A commission report published on Monday (13 July) advocates for greater accountability »»»

Dubai: One seafarer was killed and several others were injured after two crude oil tankers operated by ADNOC Logistics and Services were struck by projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz early on Tuesday. ADNOC L&S said the Al Bahyah and Mombasa B vessels sustained significant damage in t»»»

Dubai: The first meeting usually happens in the owner’s office late in the afternoon, after the floor has emptied. Sometimes it is the boardroom; once or twice, it has been the majlis at the back of the warehouse. The finance manager, the COO, sometimes the owner himself, slides a laptop across the»»»

India has condemned attacks on two vessels, MT Al Bahiyah and MT Mombasa, in the Strait of Hormuz, which killed one Indian seafarer and injured 10 others. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the two vessels were carrying 30 Indian nationals among a combined crew of 46. Of the 12 Indian crew»»»

Doha, Qatar: President of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International Airpo»»»

Dubai, UAE: A tanker was struck by a missile off the coast of Oman, the UK Maritime Trade Operations agency said on Tuesday, as Iran and the United States exchanged fire over control of the Strait of Hormuz. "UKMTO has received a report of an incident 13NM southeast of Limah, Oman. A tanker has rep»»»

Doha, Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the Houthi group's targeting of the southern region in the sisterly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with ballistic missiles. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement, said that it considers this attack a blatant violation of the Kingdom's sovereignt»»»

RIYADH: A tribute to the “King of Pop” Michael Jackson, “Michael Lives Forever,” is coming to Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on July 18. The show will feature tribute artist Rodrigo Teaser, who has worked with Jackson’s choreographer Lavelle Smith Jr; Jennifer Batten, who played on all three of Michael J»»»

Manama: Explosions were heard in the Bahraini capital on Tuesday morning, an AFP journalist said, after sirens sounded for the third time since dawn. Bahrain's defence ministry had warned on X that "sirens have been set off, we urge citizens and residents to remain calm and head to the nearest safe»»»

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Dubai: The Standing Committee for Operations Affairs and the Federal Readiness and Preparedness Assessment Team held a joint coordination meeting chaired by Brigadier Dr. Salem Al Habsi, Deputy Director-General of Federal Central Operations. The meeting, held at the Dubai Police Academy, brought to»»»

The UK Government has updated its travel advice for the UAE, warning British nationals that regional tensions remain unpredictable amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said attacks could resume at short notice despite a recent memorandum of unde»»»

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Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev said in a Facebook post on Tuesday that the new Detailed Development Plan (DDP) for Borisova Gradina park would provide long-term protection for the park, limit arbitrary planning decisions and place the public interest above private interests. He said 441 submissions fro»»»

Doha, Qatar: President of the Republic of Lebanon HE General Joseph Aoun arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. His Excellency and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International Airport b»»»

Abu Dhabi: As part of its ongoing awareness campaigns to promote legal culture and public understanding of the law, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has released a story-based awareness video titled “A Brief Video… A Costly Price” as part of its “Stories and Lessons” series. The initiative aims to»»»

Islamabad, July 14 (SANA) Syrian Minister of Social Affairs and Labor Hind Kabawat said on Monday that Syrian women played a decisive role in preserving the country’s social fabric throughout 14 years of war, describing their resilience as a cornerstone of Syria’s recovery and reconstruction. Speak»»»

RIYADH: American companies accounted for a quarter of all foreign economic concentration applications in Saudi Arabia during the second quarter of 2026. British and German companies followed, each accounting for 6.5 percent, according to Talal Al-Haqil, director of the Mergers and Acquisitions Depa»»»

RIYADH: The Saudi Music Commission recently held its first graduation ceremony for students of the House of Oud in Riyadh at the Riyadh Literary Club, marking the culmination of their educational journey. The ceremony featured a number of performances that showcased the development of the graduates»»»

PARIS: In Paris, the Esports World Cup is about far more than video games. It is also a stage where influence, national image, and power are on display as Saudi Arabia seeks to cement its place at the center of the global esports landscape. By bringing its flagship competition outside Riyadh for th»»»

DOHA: President of the Republic of Lebanon HE General Joseph Aoun arrived in Doha on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing of HH the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The president and the accompanying delegation were received upon arrival at Hamad International Airport by Minist»»»

Dubai: Emirates NBD has launched real-time cross-border US dollar payments for corporate and institutional clients through the Partior blockchain network, cutting settlement times and giving businesses greater visibility over transactions. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balanc»»»

Tunis, July 14 (TAP) – Temperatures are expected to rise on Tuesday across northern and central Tunisia, while the southwest will experience a slight drop. Highs will range from 35°C to 40°C along the eastern coast and from 41°C to 46°C elsewhere in...»»»

The OTP Group’s expansion in Uzbekistan is not just about acquiring a bank, but also about transforming an entire banking model. During the Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF 2026), we spoke with Ádám Szentpéteri—acting CEO, deputy CFO, and Chief Transformation Officer of Ipoteka Bank, a»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Endowments at Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the registration of a new real estate endowment in Lusail dedicated to supporting orphan sponsorship, reinforcing efforts to promote sustainable charitable giving and social solidarity. The end»»»

Doha, Qatar: Former President of Finland Tarja Halonen has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of Father Amir H H Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, extending her heartfelt condolences to Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Al Thani family and the people of Qatar. In a message of c»»»

Abu Dhabi: An Abu Dhabi criminal court has sentenced two men after convicting them of disrupting public order by illegally equipping a vehicle with emergency warning systems reserved for authorised emergency services. The court sentenced the first defendant to six months' imprisonment, imposed a Dh»»»

London, July 14 (SANA) Oil prices rose about 2% on Tuesday, reaching their highest levels in four weeks as escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz fueled concerns over global energy supplies after the United States reimposed its naval blockade on Iran. According to Reuters, Brent crude futures »»»

ALMATY: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team made an impressive start to its campaign at the third Jiu-Jitsu Asian Youth Championship, amassing 15 medals on the opening day of competition at Almaty Arena. The UAE athletes produced strong technical performances, winning three gold, five silver and seven »»»

TEHRAN, Iran: Two members of the Daesh group were executed after they were convicted of armed rebellion against the Islamic Republic, Iranian state television reported Tuesday. The report identified the men as Mohieddin Abdollahi and Hossein Palani. It said they belonged to a Daesh cell that formed»»»

Dubai: US President Donald Trump’s proposal to impose a 20 per cent fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz has triggered alarm across the global shipping industry, with analysts warning it could dramatically increase the cost of transporting oil, disrupt supply chains and undermine long-»»»

Manila: A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Masbate province in the central Philippines at 3.04 pm local time on Tuesday, an aftershock of a stronger quake that hit the area a day earlier, authorities said. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply clic»»»

1 of 4 | President Donald Trump speaks during an executive order signing related to the transferring of federal land in the state of Utah in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC on Monday, July 13, 2026. The orders reduced Utah's Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national mon»»»

Doha, Qatar: The US-Qatar Business Council (USQBC) mourns the loss of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026. USQBC extends its deepest condolences to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Al Thani family, and th»»»

Doha: The Qatar Calendar House announced that, according to precise astronomical calculations conducted by its specialists, Wednesday will be the first day of Safar for the year 1448 AH. Executive Director of the Qatar Calendar House Dr. Faisal Al-Ansari explained that the crescent moon of Safar fo»»»

Dubai: Dubai gold prices posted a modest increase on Tuesday morning, although rates remain near the lowest levels recorded this month following a steep decline over the past week. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign u»»»

NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia’s Economy and Planning Minister Faisal F. Alibrahim presented the Kingdom’s third Voluntary National Review on the Sustainable Development Goals at the UN High-Level Political Forum on Monday, framing Vision 2030 as the vehicle that has translated the global 2030 Agenda into »»»

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