UAE denies reports alleging $3B transfer to Iran
Abu Dhabi, June 13 (SANA) The United Arab Emirates has categorically denied reports circulated in international media alleging that funds were transferred from the country to Iran, including claims involving an alleged $3 billion transaction. In a statement issued on Saturday, the Ministry of Forei»»»
Tunisia to boost high-end tourism ahead of 2027
TUNIS, June 13 (TAP) — Tunisia is stepping up preparations for Tunis, as an Arab Tourism Capital for 2027, an event expected to boost tourism investment, improve service quality, and support the development of higher-value tourism products.The...»»»
Parliament reviews legal framework for tax advisory profession
TUNIS, June 13 (TAP) — The General Legislation Committee of the Assembly of People's Representatives, on Friday, reviewed a draft law aimed at regulating the profession of tax adviser, a proposal lawmakers said "carries significant implications for...»»»
Bangladesh cricket board urges probe after player alleges police assault
Dhaka: Bangladesh's cricket board called on Saturday for authorities to thoroughly investigate and take action after a Test player said he was assaulted by police. Nayeem Hasan, an off-spinner who has played 14 Tests, said he was stopped by police in the city of Chattogram and physically abused as »»»
Indian Air Force transport plane crashes in Assam, casualties unknown
New Delhi: An Indian military transport plane crashed on Saturday while landing at an air force station in the country's remote northeast, the military said in a statement. The Russian-made An-32 "met with an accident today while landing at Jorhat", a city in Assam state, the air force said. The st»»»
Saudi Arabia introduces legal framework for self-driving vehicles
Dubai: Saudi Arabia has introduced a legal framework for autonomous vehicles, setting out liability rules and operational requirements as the Kingdom prepares for the wider adoption of self-driving technology. The amendments to the traffic regulations, approved by Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz»»»
Uganda slams 'unfair' Ebola air travel restrictions
Kampala: Uganda has criticised air travel restrictions imposed by countries including the United States over an Ebola outbreak which has spilt over from the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo as "unfair". The east African country's response to the latest outbreak of the deadly haemorrhagic f»»»
Four times as many icebergs calved from Greenland glaciers: study
Copenhagen: Greenland's glaciers are releasing four times more icebergs than 25 years ago as a result of climate change, with implications extending to maritime traffic and marine ecosystems, researchers said Thursday. "Our results indicate a direct, climate-driven connection between glacier change»»»
No guest workers, no milk? Foreign workers keep Hungary’s dairy industry alive, says sector leader
The labour market situation in animal husbandry, particularly in dairy production, remains tight, and there are simply not enough workers without foreign employees, Hungary’s Dairy Products Council (Tej Terméktanács) stressed in a statement on Friday. The organisation said that a number of business»»»
West Urges APEC Members to Oppose Russia's Chairmanship Bid - Russian Foreign Ministry
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Western members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) are trying to persuade other economies in the forum not to support Russia's bid for the rotating chairmanship, Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large for G20 and APEC affairs Marat Berdyev told Sputnik. Previou»»»
Fuel shortage: Uzbekistan Airways reduces flights to Russia - | 24.KG
Uzbekistan Airways is reducing the number of flights to Russia due to a shortage and rising fuel prices. Uzbekistan’s flagship carrier announced that «due to a shortage of aviation fuel and its rising cost,» it is forced to reduce the frequency of flights on some routes from cities in Uzbekistan to»»»
Lebanon reports Israeli strikes in south after Israeli warning
JERUSALEM: Lebanese state media reported Israeli strikes on the country’s south on Saturday shortly after the Israeli army issued an evacuation warning for 20 locations including the city of Nabatieh ahead of raids there. Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA) reported Israeli airstrikes in several a»»»
Military transport plane crashes in India, casualties unknown
NEW DELHI: An Indian military transport plane crashed on Saturday while landing at an air force station in the country’s remote northeast, the military said in a statement. The Russian-made Antonov An-32 “met with an accident today while landing at Jorhat,” a city in Assam state, the air force said»»»
Fayyad Demands Lebanon Rethink Negotiations as Resistance MP Declares ‘Dead End’
MP Ali Fayyad, a member of the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, has called on Lebanese authorities to fundamentally reconsider their negotiating position, warning that current efforts have reached a dead end amid escalating Israeli blackmail. Speaking at a Hezbollah memorial service for martyr Ali a»»»
Brazil enter the fray at the World Cup
Los Angeles, United States: Five-time winners Brazil roll into the World Cup on Saturday when they play surprise 2022 semi-finalists Morocco in one of the standout group-stage matchups. On the first day featuring four matches at a tournament expanded this year to 48 teams, Scotland return to the Wo»»»
MoPH implements Mental Health Promotion Programme across 54 government schools in Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education, implemented the Mental Health Promotion Programme across government schools from January to May 2026. The programme included a range of activities and initiatives in 54 schools f»»»
Uganda slams ‘unfair’ Ebola air travel restrictions
Kampala: Uganda has criticized air travel restrictions imposed by countries including the United States over an Ebola outbreak which has spilt over from the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo as “unfair.” The east African country’s response to the latest outbreak of the deadly haemorrhagic fe»»»
Israeli military warns of imminent strikes on south Lebanon
JERUSALEM: The Israeli military on Saturday warned of imminent strikes on south Lebanon, telling residents of 20 towns and villages including many near Nabatieh city to evacuate despite a ceasefire in its war with Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. “For your safety, you should evacuate your homes i»»»
Trump’s mood and Iran talks to shape G7 summit
Washington: Little is known about what President Donald Trump's intentions are for the G7 summit in Evian, France next week, except maybe the obvious: the American president will impose his schedule and his mood. The latter may depend largely on the peace agreement discussions with Iran, which were»»»
Dubai markets show strong compliance in over 8,400 inspections
Dubai: Essential goods are widely available across Dubai and prices are stable, according to Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade, which said thousands of inspections carried out in recent months had found a high level of compliance among businesses operating across the emirate.»»»
World Cup underway in United States and the winner is Freddy
Washington, United States: The World Cup is officially underway in the United States and the biggest breakout star is...Freddy. The young German fan, roadtripping with two pals from Atlanta to Houston to watch his team play, has captured the adoration of many Americans -- and even the White House -»»»
Al Ain opens Al Reef Park, a new community hub with sports courts and family amenities
Al Ain: Al Ain City Municipality has completed Al Reef Park project, a new public recreation and community facility covering more than 119,000 square metres in the Al Reef area. Located on Abu Aseerah bin Al Harith Street, the park has been designed to serve residents of all ages, offering a mix of»»»
Trump says US military strike killed leader of Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang
WASHINGTON DC: President Donald Trump on Friday said US forces carried out a strike that killed Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, also known as Niño Guerrero, the leader of Venezuelan prison gang Tren de Aragua. “At my direction, the United States Southern Command delivered a swift and lethal ki»»»
Woman badly injured in shark attack off Sydney beach
Sydney: Beachgoers dragged a badly injured swimmer from the water after she was mauled by a shark at one of Australia's most popular beaches on Saturday, police said. Four people have been killed in an unusual spate of shark attacks around Australia this year. Police said the woman in her 30s was i»»»
On This Day, June 13: Nicole Brown Simpson, Ronald Goldman found slain - UPI.com
On June 13, 1994, Nicole Brown Simpson, the ex-wife of former football star O.J. Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman were found stabbed to death. 1 of 6 | Lead defense attorney Johnnie Cochran (L) and defendant O.J. Simpson listen to testimony on March 21, 1995, by Brian "Kato" Kaelin as Simpson»»»
Anthropic pulls AI models over US security concerns
AI giant Anthropic said Friday it has taken its latest artificial intelligence models, known as Fable 5 and Mythos 5, offline to comply with a directive from the Trump administration to prevent their use by foreign nationals. The export controls mark the US government’s most significant step to dat»»»
US downs multiple Iranian drones in Strait of Hormuz amid peace talks
Tehran: The United States said it downed multiple Iranian drones targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz early Saturday, hours after both sides said a deal to end the Middle East war was closer than ever. The interception came after weeks of halting talks between Tehran and Washington, m»»»
Venezuela confirms death of Tren de Aragua gang leader in 'joint operation' with US
Caracas: Venezuela confirmed late Friday the death of the leader of the Tren de Aragua, a transnational gang founded in Venezuela, during a "joint operation" with the United States. "There were clashes with members of these criminal structures, in which Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, alias 'Ni»»»
Israeli ‘Home Front’ Command: Sirens sound in Upper Galilee after rocket and drone launches detected from Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Can your ancestors help you get an EU passport through Hungary? Here's what you need to know
For millions of people around the world, family history could be more than a fascinating hobby: it could be the key to obtaining a European Union passport. Hungary offers one of the most accessible citizenship-by-descent pathways in Europe, allowing many individuals with Hungarian ancestry to apply»»»
Al-Manar correspondent: Israeli artillery shelling targets the towns of Qlawiya and Khirbet Selm in southern Lebanon - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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What the UAE, Philippines have planned for the next Abu Dhabi Dialogue
Dubai: The UAE and the Philippines have begun preparations for the next phase of the Abu Dhabi Dialogue (ADD), setting out plans for a series of workshops and technical meetings aimed at strengthening cooperation on labour mobility and migrant worker welfare. The roadmap has been discussed during a»»»
UAE categorically denies media reports alleging transfer of funds to Iran
Doha, Qatar: The United Arab Emirates has categorically denied reports published by certain international media outlets alleging the transfer of funds from the UAE to the Islamic Republic of Iran, including allegations concerning $3 billion. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed »»»
Expired US spy law fuels security fears during World Cup
Washington: A major US surveillance authority expired Saturday, deepening concerns over national security as the World Cup gets underway and Washington remains deadlocked over President Donald Trump's intelligence leadership. Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act allowed US spy a»»»
Qatar complete preparations for opening match against Switzerland
Washington: Qatar's national football team completed their preparations on Thursday ahead of their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Switzerland, scheduled for Saturday at 10:00 p.m. Doha time at San Francisco Bay Arena in the United States. The fixture marks Qatar's first outing in »»»
Islamic Resistance fighters targeted technical equipment belonging to the Israeli enemy army at the Jal al-Deir site off the town of Aitaroun with two attack drones: statement 15 - Al-Manar TV Lebanon
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Sofia Pride, Family March to Take Place in Sofia on Saturday
Sofia Pride and the Family March will take place in Sofia on Saturday, the Sofia Municipality said, noting that both events have been coordinated with the municipal authorities. Sofia Pride will be held between 2:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. A concert is scheduled to take place between 4 pm and 6 pm near »»»
Presidential Affairs Department becomes owner of State Insurance Organization - | 24.KG
The Presidential Affairs Department of Kyrgyzstan has become the sole owner of 100 percent of the common shares of State Insurance Organization OJSC.This information follows from the issuer’s disclosure on the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. Prior to the change, the Ministry of Finance was the company’s onl»»»
An Astronaut, movie stars and a knight: US brings glitz for WC opener
Los Angeles, United States: The World Cup arrived in the United States on Friday in a blizzard of celebrity and glamour, with Los Angeles pulling out all the stops for the opening game between Team USA and Paraguay. The stands at SoFi stadium were a who's who of famous folk in the world's entertain»»»
Sharjah Police CCTV video warns: Don’t let speeding cost lives
Sharjah: The Sharjah Police has released a powerful road safety awareness video featuring real CCTV footage of a traffic incident, warning motorists against rushing, reckless driving, and red-light violations at busy intersections. The video, part of an ongoing traffic safety campaign, opens inside»»»
Humid nights, fog risk and 47°C heat: what to expect across the UAE
Dubai: The UAE will experience generally fair weather on Saturday, with cloud cover developing over eastern areas and humid conditions expected overnight and into Sunday morning across some coastal and inland regions, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. Temperatures are forecast to rea»»»
US Shot Down Several Drones Allegedly Launched by Iran - CENTCOM
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the US had shot down several unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) allegedly launched by Iran to attack merchant vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. "Iran launched multiple one-way attack drones in an attempt to strike commercial ships transiting the Strait of H»»»
US-Iran Deal Could Be Signed in Coming Days - Iranian Foreign Minister
The memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran could be signed in the coming days, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi laid out Iran's positions on state TV:Iran insists that the only acceptable way of dealing with its stockpile »»»
India Foreign Minister Expresses Protest to Rubio Over US Strikes on Ships in Gulf of Oman
Indian Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said that in a conversation with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, he expressed his strong protest over the US strikes on vessels carrying Indian sailors in the Gulf of Oman. Earlier, in connection with the incident, the Indian Ministry o»»»
Activist Mavlyan Askarbekov reportedly detained - | 24.KG
Activist Mavlyan Askarbekov has been detained by officers of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (SCNS) for 48 hours, journalist Adilet Aitikeev reported on social media. According to him, the Leninsky District Court of Bishkek is expected to consider a preventive measure agains»»»
Patrol cars in Kyrgyzstan to fine drivers while on the move - | 24.KG
Patrol vehicles in Kyrgyzstan have begun to be equipped with a new hardware and software system Orakul-Insight, capable of automatically detecting traffic violations while in motion. The new equipment was presented by the head of the Main Traffic Safety Department, Azenbek Kozukeev. The system prov»»»
Central Asian countries agree to jointly protect mountain ecosystems - | 24.KG
In Samarkand, the countries of Central Asia signed a document on the joint protection of the region’s mountain ecosystems and wildlife, Podrobno.uz reports. The document was signed during the 8th Assembly of the Global Environment Facility. Forum participants also discussed the conservation of biod»»»
The US war on Iran widened the GCC-Tehran gulf
Any attempt by an outside power to gain control of the Gulf region would be treated as an attack on the vital interests of the United States and repelled by any means necessary, including military force. That is the essence of the 1980 Carter Doctrine, which established the foundations for the Rapi»»»
After epic comeback, Knicks head to San Antonio on brink of NBA title
SAN ANTONIO:The San Antonio Spurs now own the worst collapse in NBA Finals history, but they refuse to be counted out yet. While the New York Knicks look to clinch their first NBA title since 1973, the Spurs aim to stay alive in the best-of-seven series when they host Game 5 on Saturday night. New»»»
US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun’s 2 goals
INGLEWOOD: Folarin Balogun scored twice in the Americans’ historic three-goal first half, and the US opened its first home World Cup in 32 years with its biggest win in the tournament, a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay on Friday night. Christian Pulisic had an assist in a stellar first-half playm»»»