Jordan, France hold talks on defense cooperation, West Bank escalation
AMMAN: Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein and senior government and military officials held meetings on Tuesday with French Minister Delegate for the Armed Forces and Veterans Alice Rufo to discuss defense cooperation and regional developments. During their meeting at Al-Husseiniya Palace, the crown pri»»»
New Trump admin rule to speed up deportations of asylum seekers
WASHINGTON: The Trump administration instituted a rule change on Tuesday that could fast-track the deportation of hundreds of thousands of asylum seekers. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said the move is intended to help reduce the backlog of pending asylum cases in the system. Under the »»»
N. Korea's exports hit 8-year high in 2025: data - UPI.com
North Korea's exports rose to an eight-year high in 2025, data showed Tuesday. This 2018 photo shows employees working at a silk factory in Pyongyang. File Photo by How Hwee Young/EPA North Korea's exports rose sharply to an eight-year high in 2025 as the country's trade continued to recover from t»»»
Approval of Supreme Court performance drops to record low - UPI.com
The Supreme Court of the United States is shown June 29 in Washington, D.C. Public approval of the Supreme Court is at a record low, a new Gallup poll said Tuesday. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 28 (UPI) -- Americans' approval of the job performance of the U.S. Supreme Court has dro»»»
Jay Clayton confirmation advances with no Democrats voting for him - UPI.com
Walter "Jay" Clayton III, nominee to be director of national intelligence, speaks during a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on his nomination on July 15. The Senate on Tuesday voted to advance his nomination. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo July 28 (UPI) -- The U.S. Senate voted to ad»»»
Iran issues fresh warning to Bulgaria over hosting US military aircraft
Iran warned Bulgaria on July 27 over its decision to host US military refuelling aircraft, saying Bulgarian officials would bear responsibility for allowing their territory to be used in support of US operations, as Sofia sought to reassure the public that there was no immediate security threat. Th»»»
Ukraine-Iran Conflict Nexus Would Overstretch US Military and Economic Capacity
Volodymyr Zelensky’s attempt to merge the Ukrainian and Iranian conflicts through a Caspian Sea strike came with impeccable timing – just ahead of his US visit, former Pentagon senior security policy analyst Michael Maloof tells Sputnik. "Zelensky grabbed that as an opportunity for his very limited»»»
U.N. rights chief sees Gaza-like pattern in south Lebanon - UPI.com
Volker Türk also warns of "very dangerous" unfolding situation in the West Bank. U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk, during a visit to Lebanon that ended Monday, voiced concern about Israel's repeated pattern of forced displacement, demolitions, territorial control and denial of re»»»
UAE teaches young entrepreneurs cybersecurity through summer programme
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development has partnered with the UAE Cyber Security Council to provide cybersecurity awareness sessions for children and young people taking part in the Future Entrepreneur Programme 2026 summer camp. Held under the theme “Their summer today. Their ventures tomorrow… w»»»
Spain allows wildfire evacuees to return but France fears flames spreading
Navas del Rey: Spanish residents forced to flee some of the worst wildfires in living memory began returning to their homes on Tuesday, after the country lifted evacuation orders for more than a dozen areas. But in France, thousands more people were ordered to flee, as fears grew that another seari»»»
Bitcoin Suisse sees UAE as key hub as institutional investors drive digital asset growth
The UAE is emerging as one of the world’s leading digital asset markets, with institutional investors increasingly shaping the sector’s future, according to the co-founder and chief executive of Bitcoin Suisse. In an exclusive interview with Gulf News, Andrej Majcen said the company’s decision to e»»»
U.S. Report Warns Albania Remains Target of Iranian and Russian Cyberattacks
Albania continues to face significant cyber threats from state-sponsored actors, particularly Iran and Russia, according to the latest security assessment issued by the U.S. Department of State through the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC). The report identifies Albania as one of the countr»»»
Trump says S. Korea, U.S. remain 'united' in 'steadfast' alliance in armistice anniv. message - UPI.com
U.S. President Donald Trump, seen here in the Oval Office on July 24, said the United States and South Korea remain steadfast allies in a message commemorating the 73rd anniversary of the Korean War armistice. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo U.S. President Donald Trump has said South Korea»»»
Legal Affairs Committee Approves Mandatory Machine Voting, Removes Abroad Constituency
The parliamentary Legal Affairs Committee approved at second reading on Tuesday Election Code amendments introducing mandatory machine voting in most polling stations, abolishing the Abroad constituency and lifting the cap on polling stations in non-EU countries. Under the machine-voting provisions»»»
Economy Minister: €110 mln loan for CPG aims to modernise production and restore output
Tunis, July 28 (TAP) - Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, said the €110 million loan for the Gafsa Phosphate Company (CPG) is part of a comprehensive investment programme aimed at restoring production levels and modernising mining...»»»
President Iotova Thanks PM Radev, Progressive Bulgaria for Backing Her Presidential Bid
President Iliana Iotova thanked Prime Minister Rumen Radev, Progressive Bulgaria and all those backing her presidential bid in a Facebook post on Tuesday. “Thank you to Rumen Radev and Progressive Bulgaria for their trust and support. Ten years ago, we pledged to work solely in the interests of Bul»»»
UN warns of rapid deterioration in occupied West Bank
New York: The United Nations on Tuesday warned of the rapid deterioration of the situation in the West Bank, condemning the rising settler violence against Palestinians. In a brief before the UN Security Council, Deputy Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Ramiz Alekperov said that»»»
Poland is front and center as world shortens supply chains
Nearshoring, e-commerce growth, and the need for more secure supply chains are strengthening Poland’s position in Europe’s industrial real estate market. According to REINO IO Logistics CEO Dorota Latkowska, Poland benefits from its strategic location, EU and NATO membership, skilled workforce, tra»»»
Uganda officially declares its Ebola outbreak over after 42 days of monitoring
Dubai: Uganda has officially declared an end to its Ebola outbreak after completing the 42-day monitoring period following the recovery of the last patient on 14th June. The authorities confirmed that the country's border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo will remain closed, as the neighbou»»»
UAE President receives Ajman Crown Prince
Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman. They exchanged greetings and cordial conversations with the Sheikhs and guests attending the majlis. They also addressed various national issues, reaffir»»»
Planning a European getaway? Montenegro is opening its doors to eligible UAE residents
Dubai: Montenegro will allow eligible foreign nationals residing in the UAE to enter the country without a visa during the 2026 summer season, offering up to 10 days' stay under a temporary travel facilitation scheme. The Montenegrin Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the exemption applies to holders»»»
At least one killed, several missing in Japan mall collapse after 7.1-magnitude earthquake
A powerful earthquake struck southwestern Japan on Tuesday, toppling buildings, igniting fires and leaving dozens feared trapped in a shopping mall, with at least one person reported dead and more than 100 injured. Emergency crews raced to rescue survivors as aftershocks rattled the region. Dozens »»»
Japan hit by 7.1-magnitude earthquake
Japanese media is reporting that there are a number of casualties following the 7.1 magnitude earthquake in Japan. Authorities have said people are trapped in a shopping mall after its second floor collapsed, including casualties. Rescue efforts are ongoing.»»»
Poll Puts Iliana Yotova Ahead in Bulgaria's Presidential Race
Bulgarian President Iliana Yotova is the early favorite in the country's upcoming presidential election, according to a new survey conducted by polling agency Global Metrics. The poll found that around half of respondents said they would be likely to support Yotova in the race for the presidency. T»»»
UK campaign group wins compensation over seized Gaza banner
LONDON: British campaign group Led By Donkeys has received tens of thousands of pounds in compensation after a banner it displayed in support of Palestine was destroyed by authorities. The group received £27,216 ($49,000) from Veolia, the environment services company that destroyed the giant banner»»»
Hungary’s new key agency, the NVVH can begin work
Parliament on Tuesday approved the bill establishing the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office (NVVH), with MPs voting 143 in favour and 47 against. The agency’s task will be to protect public assets, uncover the unlawful management of public assets, and recover them. The law’s explanatory »»»
Emergency response team discusses critical hydrological situation
BELGRADE - Serbian Deputy PM and Interior Minister Ivica Dacic chaired on Tuesday a session of the Emergency Response Team, which discussed a critical hydrological situation caused by a historically low water level of the Danube River and potential measures to mitigate it. The session also addresse»»»
Badminton star Lin Dan joins team of EXPO 2027 Belgrade brand ambassadors
BELGRADE - Lin Dan, one of the greatest badminton players of all time, has recently joined the team of EXPO 2027 Belgrade brand ambassadors, which includes Hollywood actor Jackie Chan and retired sprinter Usain Bolt, the EXPO 2027 company announced on Tuesday. EXPO 2027 brand ambassadors are chosen»»»
STRABAG signs RON 23.3 million contract to modernise DJ 595D in Timiș County
”This project brings together the key elements of modern local infrastructure: safer and more efficient road connections, well-designed junctions, facilities for pedestrians and cyclists, and upgraded public utilities. Our team will draw on its technical and operational experience to deliver the wo»»»
Yisrael Katz Boasts Completely Destroying 24 Lebanese Border Villages amid Silence of Lebanon’s Rulers
The Zionist war minister Yisrael Katz clearly reflected his occupation entity’s arrogance and barbarism, boasting the fact that his army has so far destroyed 24 villages, hundreds of years old, in the Lebanese border areas. Meanwhile, the Lebanese authorities continue resorting to silence about the»»»
U.S. diplomats walk out of U.N. meeting over fight with France - UPI.com
United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk was re-elected to a second term Friday, though the United States voted against it. The vote ignited a spat between the United States and France, which resulted in the U.S. delegation walking out of a meeting of the U.N. Security Council »»»
Netanyahu to meet Trump for first time since Iran war strained ties
US President Donald Trump will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Tuesday for the first time since US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February triggered new regional conflict in the Middle East. Both leaders are expected to downplay their frayed ties afte»»»
For the first time since Iran war, Trump and Netanyahu meet amid fraying ties
Benjamin Netanyahu is set to visit the White House once again on July 28. But the Israeli Prime Minister is likely to get a cooler welcome in Washington than on previous trips. The US's full-scale air war on Iran - which Netanyahu reportedly had a major role in convincing Donald Trump to launch - h»»»
Where do the US-Iran talks to end the war stand?
US president Donald Trump says there's a good chance a deal can be reached with Iran to end the war. The statement comes after the stopped airstrikes on the Islamic Republic over the weekend. For more on the latest diplomatic effort to end the conflict, here's this report.»»»
Germany: Low Rhine River levels could weigh down economy
ClimateGermany: Low Rhine River levels could weigh down economyRichard Connor with dpa, ReutersRecord-low water levels on the Rhine are forcing cargo vessels to run with sharply reduced loads, driving up transport costs. Economists warn the disruption could wipe out Germany's already weak summer gr»»»
Ukraine’s Attack on Iranian Ship in Caspian Sea is Act of Aggression - Russian MFA
The attack by Ukraine on an Iranian commercial vessel carrying civilian cargo in the waters of the Caspian Sea is an act of aggression that violates the norms of international law, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said. "The strike on an Iranian commercial ship with civilian car»»»
What to know about the red fire retardant being used against wildfires
Among the measures used by firefighters to battle the flames in the wildfires in southern France is a chemical retardant that is dropped on forests by planes. It is not without its harms to nature and to humans, but firefighters say it is a vital tool in combatting the spread of deadly fires.»»»
A look back at Zinedine Zidane's career as he becomes France's new coach
Zinedine Zidane will be unveiled on July 28 as the new coach of the French national football team, succeeding his World Cup-winning teammate Didier Deschamps. The 54-year-old is a national icon with multiple successes as player and coach. He steps into the job after five years out of the game.»»»
‘The only job I wanted’: Zidane’s first words as France head coach
France great Zinedine Zidane's long-held ambition to coach the national team became reality on Tuesday when the French Football Federation appointed the former captain and World Cup winner as Didier Deschamps' successor on a four-year contract. Here is what he had to say. »»»
Heatwave threatens firefighting mission in France's southwest
The return of high temperatures is threatening firefighters hold on a vast blaze in the Gironde. Calmer conditions over the last two days have enabled authorities to stabilise the fires but as the region is placed under a yellow heat warning and new evacuation order come into force on July 28, fear»»»
French police discover remains of five babies in a home in southeastern France
French police have opened a murder investigation after the remains of five newborns were discovered in cardboard boxes at a couple's home in southeastern France. The bodies were found after the woman's partner searched the flat following the home birth of a healthy baby, prompting hospital staff to»»»
Syria, China discuss economic, industrial cooperation
Damascus, July 28 (SANA) Minister of Economy and Industry Nidal al-Shaar met on Tuesday with Chinese Ambassador to Syria Shi Hongwei to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation across various economic and industrial sectors in service of mutual interests and to support development and investme»»»
Florida set to carry out rare double execution - UPI.com
July 28 (UPI) -- Florida is set to carry out a rare double execution with James Duckett and Dominick Occhicone set to be put to death separately on Tuesday. If both lethal injections are carried out, it would be the first time Florida has executed multiple people in the same day in more than six de»»»
Keiko Fujimori returns family dynasty to power in Peru after 30 years - UPI.com
Peru's outgoing foreign minister, Carlos Pareja Rios (C), waves ahead of official ceremonies marking the transfer of power and inauguration of President-elect Keiko Fujimori in Lima, Peru, on Tuesday. Photo by Paolo Aguilar/EPA July 28 (UPI) -- After 15 years of failed attempts and four presidentia»»»
Spain is seeing 'the light at the end of the tunnel' in its fight against fires
Firefighters are starting to see "light at the end of the tunnel" in their battle against some of the worst forest fires in Spanish history, according to the country's prime minister. In Avila, near Madrid, over 50,000 hectares were burned. FRANCE 24's Sarah Morris tells us more about the latest on»»»
Starovic: Gov't wants Serbia to progress towards EU membership
BELGRADE - During a parliamentary debate on an opposition no-confidence motion for the Serbian government, Minister of European Integration Nemanja Starovic said on Tuesday the cabinet had demonstrated political will and a desire for the country to make progress on the EU membership path. "Yes, thi»»»
‘Exciting new chapter’: Kings League MENA announces Riyadh return as Saudi team DR7 topple world champions
RIYADH: Kings League MENA is set to return to the Saudi capital for its first full-length season on Sept. 18 with an expanded roster of 10 teams. The competition, a joint venture between Kings League and Saudi PIF company SURJ Sports Investment, is the regional edition of the next-generation, seven»»»
Geopolitical shocks, climate risks leave millions unable to afford healthy diets in Europe, Central Asia
Geopolitical shocks, climate change and rising food costs are reshaping food security across Europe and Central Asia, leaving tens of millions unable to afford a healthy diet even as the region remains one of the world's most food-secure, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said. The fin»»»
Road Safety Roundtable Calls for Risk-Based Action, Integrated Data
A roundtable on road safety, risk assessment and the effective use of public resources was held in Parliament by Democratic Bulgaria (DB) on Tuesday. The event followed a series of serious road crashes in July. On July 12, the Road Safety Institute called for an urgent investigation into similariti»»»
Angola raises $321mn through IPO of mobile operator Unitel
Angola raised AOA300.3bn ($321mn) from the sale of a 15% stake in state-owned mobile operator Unitel, completing the country’s largest initial public offering to date. The government sold 7.5mn shares at AOA40,040 each, the top of the offer’s indicative price range, according to the Angola Debt and»»»