On 30 August, an agreement was signed resolving long-standing disagreements which had disrupted Libya’s electoral process for almost five years. According to the UN officers and diplomats who oversaw the deal, this is the spring of Libyan democracy. Talk to Libyan activists, or politicians across t»»»

Season 31 opens on Wednesday, October 14, under the theme 'A More Wonderful World' Dubai: Global Village is reminding fans in a social media post that pre-orders for its Season 31 VIP Packs open at 10am tomorrow, Monday, September 21. One buyer will find a Dh31,000 cheque hidden inside one of the S»»»

Value of goods handled reaches Dh1.7bn, up 66.26 per cent from the same period last year Sharjah: The logistics corridor linking Sharjah and Oman handled goods worth about Dh1.7 billion during its first three months of operation, a 66.26 per cent increase from the same period last year. More than 3»»»

Ukraine’s steel industry has effectively been brought to a halt after Russian strikes damaged three of the country’s largest steel plants in Zaporozhye and Dnepropetrovsk regions, medias reported, citing industry representatives. The affected facilities, including Metinvest plants and ArcelorMittal»»»

The US Air Force has increased the number of operationally available B-52 Stratofortress bombers by nearly 40% as part of a new readiness campaign aimed at addressing long-standing maintenance, spare parts, and logistics problems, Military Watch Magazine reports. The increase comes as Washington fa»»»

$1.6 million initiative in Indonesia will connect academic research with community needs Sharjah: A new humanitarian innovation centre has been established in Indonesia to turn academic research and field expertise into practical solutions for communities facing challenges ranging from food securit»»»

Air power has repeatedly failed to defeat the group, while a ground war carries huge risks Dubai: Years of bombing by some of the world’s most powerful militaries have failed to defeat Yemen’s Houthis. Now the Iran-backed militant group is advancing again, seizing strategic territory along the Red »»»

Hungary’s Great Plain is facing an increasingly severe water crisis, threatening the livelihoods of farmers across the region. A new documentary explores how changing agricultural practices and restoring the landscape’s ability to retain water could help communities adapt to prolonged drought. The »»»

Dementia affects nearly one million people in Hungary, including patients, relatives and carers, while research suggests that up to 45% of dementia cases could potentially be prevented or delayed. Ahead of World Alzheimer’s Day on 21 September, experts have warned that families bear much of the bur»»»

TUNIS, Sept. 20, 2026 (TAP) - The launch of the 4th generation of the "IREY AQUA" application was announced at the closing workshop of the project to Promote Resilience to Climate Change and Sustainable Management of Natural Resources in Tunisia...»»»

White House correspondents for CNN, MS NOW and Politico on Saturday were blocked from entering the US president's office and residence a day after President Donald Trump announced he was banning the three media outlets for what he called "fake news" coverage. News organisations and press freedom gr»»»

Tensions are boiling over in Argentina, where a massive wave of public anger is spilling onto the streets of the capital. Following months of aggressive economic reforms and rising household debt, hundreds took to the streets in a "March of Anger", targeting President Javier Milei's austerity agend»»»

US Mission warns of flight cancellations, airspace closures and wider travel disruption Dubai: The US Mission to the UAE has urged Americans outside the Middle East to “seriously reconsider” travel to and through the region, warning that heightened tensions could lead to rapid and unforeseen escala»»»

“I want GERB to return to where it was. The party should return to the conservative principles on which it was founded in 2009 — zero deficit, support for entrepreneurs, and rejection of populism,” GERB leader Boyko Borissov said in Burgas, adding that in recent years GERB itself had also participa»»»

Economic growth should be the basis for redistributing funds, rather than an increase in public debt, GERB leader Boyko Borissov said at a briefing at the Albena resort complex. Borissov attended the “New Minds” training session with young people from the party's local structures. Speaking to repor»»»

Philadelphia: Pop star Ed Sheeran said Saturday the situation in Gaza is "unjustifiable," following a wave of criticism that he had failed to back his opening act who was booted from the tour after making pro-Palestinian comments. The singer, who had previously maintained an apolitical stance, brok»»»

Nagoya, Japan: Smriti Mandhana became the highest run-scorer in women's T20 international cricket on Sunday as India crushed Bangladesh by 114 runs in the Asian Games semi-finals with fellow opener Shafali Verma hitting her maiden hundred. Mandhana scored 37 off 19 balls with five fours and two six»»»

DOHA: The Qatar Philatelic and Numismatic Center of the Ministry of Culture won several prestigious international medals at theEgyphila stamp exhibition. Organised by the Egyptian Philatelic Society in Cairo from Sept 17 to 19, the event brought together philatelic societies from across the Arab wo»»»

Pay attention to the stories you can’t stop thinking about says Fatima Al Dhaheri As the Congress of Arabic and Creative Industries brings together creatives and industry professionals to explore the evolving landscape of storytelling and content, Image Nation Studios is contributing to the program»»»

$1.6m centre to link academic research with field expertise to develop practical solutions Sharjah: Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Humanitarian Envoy of The Big Heart Foundation, announced the establishment of the “Jawaher Al Qasimi Humanitarian Innovation»»»

Arab Finance: Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG Holding) signed a preliminary agreement with ROSHN Group, a subsidiary of the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), to establish a joint venture (JV) for an integrated mixed-use project in Riyadh, according to a bourse filing. Under the agreement, TMG »»»

Iran has conveyed its peace terms to the US through Qatari mediators, the country’s top security official, Mohsen Rezaei, has said, arguing that it is in America’s interests to accept them. The 60-day period provided under the US-Iranian memorandum of understanding to negotiate a settlement expired»»»

China has condemned the latest expansion of US sanctions against Russia, including potential tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy, vowing to take “all necessary measures” to safeguard its national interests. US President Donald Trump signed the sweeping legislation on Friday. Amo»»»

“The only thing we discussed was how a mountain can be protected with few people and new technologies. Sofia Municipality has absolutely nothing to do with the security of Vitosha Nature Park,” Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev told reporters when asked to comment on the issue of security at the park and »»»

The Bulgarian Food Safety Agency confirmed an outbreak of smallpox in sheep and goats at two epidemiologically connected livestock farms in the village of Vasil Levski, Karlovo Municipality, Plovdiv Region, the Agency announced. The farmer noticed the appearance of clinical signs of the disease and»»»

Brussels, Sept. 20 (SANA) Europe could face costs of up to €600 billion over the next decade to close its widening artificial intelligence infrastructure gap as AI adoption accelerates, intensifying efforts to expand computing capacity and reduce dependence on foreign technology. European Central B»»»

Tickets are on sale now at Dh70, with free entry for under-18s, students and over-60s Dubai: Twenty years after it was first announced, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi finally has a date, a price and a booking page. The museum opens to the public on Friday 11 December 2026, and tickets went on sale this month»»»

DOHA: Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani will participate on Sunday in a plenary session titled 'The Growth Agenda'as part of the Qatar Economic Forum, powered by Bloomberg, held in conjunction with the 2026 United Nations General Assembly. Sheikh Faisa»»»

Parliament speaker says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until Iran’s rights are recognized and US commitments are fulfilled Iran’s messages and conditions have been explicitly conveyed to the United States through intermediaries, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said on Sunday, stressing »»»

Pay attention to the stories you can’t stop thinking about says Fatima Al Dhaheri As the Congress of Arabic and Creative Industries brings together creatives and industry professionals to explore the evolving landscape of storytelling and content, Image Nation Studios is contributing to the program»»»

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Israeli Aggression Continue Across Southern Lebanon 20-09-2026 11:33 AM Artillery shelling, detonations, and machine-gun fire reported in m»»»

The United States warned Saturday that fighting between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthi forces could “escalate rapidly” after a missile attack targeted Riyadh for the first time since the Yemen conflict resumed. The attack prompted US President Donald Trump to cut short a weekend at a secluded »»»

Initiative seeks to connect Ibn Sina’s enduring medical legacy with modern healthcare The modern global healthcare system is confronting unprecedented challenges, from the emergence of new infectious diseases and the growing burden of chronic noncommunicable diseases to environmental instability an»»»

Washington, Sept. 20 (SANA) U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday he would form a new “AI Force” and appoint an artificial intelligence czar as he continued to defend the rapidly developing technology amid growing calls for stronger safeguards. Trump compared the proposed AI Force to the Space »»»

Appointment comes on the directives of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Sheikh Hamdan says Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, has announced the appointment of Abdulrahm»»»

Citizens and eligible residents can apply through Oman’s electronic Hajj system Muscat: Oman has opened registration for citizens and eligible residents wishing to perform Hajj during the 1448 AH season, corresponding to 2027. The Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs said applications will »»»

Police said videos promoted polyandry, polygamy, childbirth without recognised parentage Cairo: A Cairo court has sentenced a female content creator to one year in prison with labour over social media videos that authorities said promoted polyandry, polygamy and childbirth without recognised parent»»»

Tehran demands end to hostilities on all fronts, release of frozen funds, and lifting of naval blockade as prerequisites for renewed talks Iran’s top security official has announced that the Islamic Republic has conveyed seven conditions to the United States for the resumption of negotiations, warn»»»

The project has delivered classrooms, clean water, school meals and a new health clinic Dubai: A campaign backed by the 1 Billion Followers Summit and MrBeast has completed a major development project in a rural village in Ghana’s Eastern Region, improving access to education, clean water, healthca»»»

Beijing: While AI researchers in the United States fret over out-of-control superintelligence wiping out humanity, Chinese policymakers have until now been more focused on immediate risks, from deepfakes to child safety. But the alarming hacking ability of top artifical intelligence models is leadi»»»

Rich tributes paid to 41-year-old Rashid Hospital nurse and mother of three from Kerala Dubai: Dozens of nurses from hospitals across the UAE gathered in Dubai on Saturday afternoon to say a final goodbye to Soumya Augustine, an Indian expat nurse from Kerala who died after a long, silent battle wi»»»

Marcos ordered an investigation into the shooting at Banga National High School The Philippine National Police (PNP) said Sunday it supports a proposed Joint School Safety Task Force that would audit security at public schools, after a shooting at a South Cotabato high school left three dead, inclu»»»

Ed Sheeran called the situation in Gaza “catastrophic and unjustifiable” on Saturday, speaking out for the first time since a controversy erupted over his tour’s removal of US rapper Macklemore after he made pro-Palestinian comments. Pop star Ed Sheeran said Saturday the situation in Gaza is "unjus»»»

Jazan, Asir and Al Baha face the heaviest rainfall, with storms continuing through Friday Riyadh: Several regions of Saudi Arabia are set for days of unsettled weather, with heavy downpours, hail and possible flash flooding expected through Friday, according to the National Center for Meteorology. »»»

Germans began voting Sunday in two closely watched state elections that could deliver fresh gains for the far right and far left, piling pressure on Chancellor Friedrich Merz as he struggles with low approval ratings and tensions within his governing coalition. Germans began voting Sunday in two st»»»

Dar es Salaam: Ten lions have been found dead in a suspected poisoning incident at Tanzania's UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area, according to the authorities. "The Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) regrets to inform the public that ten (10) lions were found dead on 18 September»»»

Bulgaria will offer another €150 million in government debt on the domestic market, with an auction for five-year government securities scheduled for September 28, the Bulgarian National Bank said. The new issue will carry the code BG 20 301 26 119 and have a maturity of five years. The auction wil»»»

Missile strike on Riyadh raises fears of fast-moving regional escalation Riyadh: The United States warned Saturday that hostilities between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthis could "escalate rapidly" after a missile attack targeted Riyadh for the first time since the Yemen conflict resumed. US Pr»»»

Damascus, Sept. 20 (SANA) Syria’s Planning and Statistics Authority and the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) discussed ways to expand cooperation in strategic planning, statistics and capacity building, the authority said Saturday. The talks brought together Planning and Statistics»»»

The lions were found dead in the Ndutu area of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Dar Es Salaam: Ten lions have been found dead in a suspected poisoning incident at Tanzania's UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Conservation Area, according to the authorities. "The Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) »»»