UK, France, Germany back direct Ukraine-Russia talks: joint statement
The leaders of Britain, France and Germany back Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's call for direct ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine, they said Sunday after meeting with him in London. The leaders "supported the proposal for a direct dialogue between Ukraine and Russia -- with active»»»
Libya France Finance Forum will be held in Paris on 8 June
The Libya-France Finance Forum will be held in Paris alongside Euro Place Meetings on 8 June, Business France Libya reports..It states that at a time when economic and financial projects with Libya are gaining momentum, the Libya France Finance Forum provides a structured platform to support this d»»»
South Africa's president unveils crackdown on illegal migration
South Africa's president unveils crackdown on illegal migration 9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLucy Fleming AFP via Getty ImagesThese foreigners, who watched the speech on their phones, are camped outside Durban's home affairs department as they say they fear for their lives South »»»
QF’s Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F.Husain Museum among TIME World’s Greatest Places 2026
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation’s ‘Lawh Wa Qalam: M. F. Husain Museum’ in Doha has been named one of the TIME World’s Greatest Places 2026, the magazine’s annual list recognising 100 extraordinary destinations across the globe. The recognition marks a major milestone for the institution »»»
Qatar Foundation launches ‘Rasekh’ framework to align int’leducation with local context
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Foundation (QF) has launched the accreditation framework for its Rasekh initiative – which connects international education with local cultural and linguistic identity – and announced the first cohort of schools from Qatar and the region to become part of this educat»»»
Awqaf ministry receives global ISO certification for information security
QNA Doha Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs, through its Information Systems Department, has obtained the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), marking a major milestone in its efforts to strengthen information security and adopt intern»»»
INTERIOR MINISTER MEETS QATARI FORCES PARTICIPATING IN WORLD CUP SECURITY
Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force ‘Lekhwiya’ HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who is also chairman of the Security Committee, met with the Qatari security forces participating in securing the FIFA World Cup 2026, to be hosted jointly by the United St»»»
The Diplomatic Club... Your Ideal Destination This Summer
The Diplomatic Club is considered one of the pioneering hospitality institutions in Qatar and among the leading founders of this sector. Over more than twenty years since its establishment, the club has maintained a remarkable record of success and continuous development. Despite the entry of many »»»
Environment ministry conducts inspection tours of natural resource extraction sites
QNA Doha The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, represented by the Wildlife Development Department, conducted field inspection tours of a number of natural resource extraction and processing sites, including sand, clay, and limestone quarries, as well as cement plants and sand-washing faci»»»
Al Khulaifi and Syrian FMreview ways to bolster ties
QNA Doha Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi held a telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Syria Asaad Al Shaibani on Sunday. The call discussed avenues for deepening and expanding bilateral coo»»»
MOFA SECRETARY-GENERALMEETS UAE AMBASSADOR
Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi met with Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Qatar HE Saeed Abdullah Al Qamzi. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed relations between the two countries and ways to support and strengthen them. They a»»»
Indian Ambassador HE Vipul to inaugurate ICC library today
Satyendra Pathak Doha The Indian Cultural Centre (ICC), functioning under the aegis of the Embassy of India in Qatar, has established a community library at its premises to promote reading, learning, and knowledge-sharing among members of the Indian community in Qatar. Announcing the initiative dur»»»
Qatar sponsors Telders Int’l Law Moot Court Competition
QNA The Hague The State of Qatar sponsored the 49th Telders International Law Moot Court Competition, held at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, in partnership with Leiden University in the Netherlands. Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Kingdom of the Netherlands HE Dr. Mutlaq b»»»
Lekhwiya hosts trilateral joint exercise in urban search and rescue
QNA Doha Lekhwiya is hosting a trilateral joint urban search and rescue exercise, under the patronage of Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force (Lekhwiya) HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. Specialised teams from Qatar, France, and Syria are taking part in »»»
CMU-Q celebrates research and discovery at flagship undergraduate symposium
Tribune News Network Doha Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q), a Qatar Foundation partner university, hosted its flagship undergraduate research symposium- Meeting of the Minds 2026. This year’s event brought together 65 research projects across two presentation streams—in-person and online»»»
Qatar Charity elects new Board of Directors for three-year term
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar Charity (QC) has convened its Ordinary General Assembly meeting for the 2026 term. During the session, a new Board of Directors was elected to serve a three-year term. The election process resulted in the appointment of eight board members: Sheikh Hamad bin Nasser Ja»»»
National Human Rights Action Plan panel holds consultation with attorney-general
QNA Doha Consultative sessions on Qatar’s National Human Rights Action Plan (2026–2030) continued on Sunday as part of the ongoing efforts led by the committee responsible for drafting the plan, with the participation of Attorney-General HE Dr. Issa bin Saad Al Jafali Al Nuaimi. The consultative se»»»
QU showcases one year of progress in responsible AI for humanitarian action
Tribune News Network Doha Qatar University (QU)’s Department of Public Health at the College of Health Sciences (CHS) hosted a high-level panel discussion highlighting the achievements of the ‘Strengthening AI Capacity for Humanitarian Organisations in Qatar’ initiative, marking one year since its »»»
‘Reducing post-harvest loss core pillar for achieving food security’
QNA Doha Reducing post-harvest loss and strengthening the efficiency of food supply chains are a core pillar for achieving food security and environmental sustainability amid the increasing challenges associated with climate change, growing demand for food, as well as the mounting pressures on natu»»»
‘Updated villa, mansion rules mark significant shift in urban planning’
QNA Doha The Qatar Society of Engineers (QSE) has affirmed that Decision No. 108 of 2026, issued by Minister of Municipality HE Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah, on updating the planning and architectural regulations for residential villas and mansions, represents a significant move towar»»»
Smell of smoke forces evacuation of Munich Airport control tower - UPI.com
The control tower at Munich Airport was briefly evacuated and flights were temporarily suspended on Sunday after tower personnel noticed the smell of smoke. File Photo by Anna Szilagyi/EPA June 7 (UPI) -- The smell of smoke prompted the evacuation of the control tower at Munich Airport for nearly t»»»
Qatar’s security efficiency has become a matter of int’l appreciation: Minister
HE Sheikh Khalifa bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Minister of Interior and Commander of the Internal Security Force “Lekhwiya” met with the Qatari security forces participating in securing the FIFA World Cup 2026 to be hosted by the United States of America, Canada, and Mexico. Sheikh Khalifa empha»»»
Saudi, Qatari FMs discuss regional developments
RIYADH: Saudi foreign minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke on the phone on Sunday with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar. During the call, the two ministers reviewed the latest developments and their repercussions on the »»»
Trump says he will press Israel to hold back after Iran retaliates for Beirut attack
BEIRUT/DUBAI/NEW JERSEY: US President Donald Trump said on Sunday he would tell Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to strike back after Iran fired a salvo of missiles at Israeli targets in retaliation for an attack on the outskirts of Beirut, news outlet Axios reported. Iran has long sa»»»
E3 leaders say they support direct ceasefire talks between Ukraine, Russia
LONDON: The leaders of Britain, Germany and France said on Sunday they supported a proposal for direct talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin to try to secure a ceasefire, with Europe playing a role.In a joint statement after a meeting in »»»
Trump dismisses idea that Iran betrays his ‘no new wars’ campaign message
BRIDGEWATER, New Jersey: President Donald Trump is dismissing the idea that launching the war with Iran this year betrayed his refrain of “No new wars” that he made repeatedly as he campaigned again for the White House.Trump, in an interview that aired Sunday on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” said he “did»»»
Tunisian Water Observatory: 302 citizen alerts for water access problems (May 2026)
Tunis, June 7 (TAP) - About 302 citizen alerts linked to water access problems were recorded during May 2026, according to "The Thirst Map", published by the Tunisian Water Observatory (OTE).These alerts regard, in particular, unreported cuts in...»»»
Kais Saïed hosts national team members before leaving for FIFA World Cup
Tunis, June 7 (TAP) - President Kais Saïed on Sunday hosted the national team members before their departure to participate in the FIFA World Cup.During the meeting, the Head of State laid emphasis on the national responsibility incumbent upon each...»»»
Syria extends condolences to Iraq over Dhi Qar crash
Damascus, June.7 (SANA) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates expressed its deepest condolences to the government and people of the brotherly Republic of Iraq for the victims of the tragic traffic accident that occurred in Dhi Qar Province. The Ministry affirmed Syria’s full support for I»»»
Iran launches missiles at Israel over strikes in Lebanon - UPI.com
A projectile is pictured crossing the night sky over the West Bank city of Nablus early Sunday as Israel's military reported that Iran launched salvos of ballistic missiles toward Israel over its strikes in Lebanon. Photo by Alaa Badarneh/EPA June 7 (UPI) -- Iran on Sunday launched air strikes at I»»»
Saudi sports minister launches Kingdom’s first elite combat sports center in Jeddah
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Sport, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, inaugurated the Kingdom’s first specialized elite combat sports center in Jeddah on Sunday. The new facility, which spans 3,000 square meters, has been designed to support the development of combat sports athletes acros»»»
Italy recovers 10 bodies from a capsized migrant boat off Malta. Fishing vessel rescues 48
ROME: A patrol boat recovered the bodies of 10 people after a fishing vessel rescued 48 migrants from a craft that capsized near Malta, Italy’s coast guard said Sunday. The coast guard said in a statement that it was still searching an area approximately 52 miles (84 kilometers) southeast of Malta »»»
EBRD2026: EBRD pledges continued support for Ukraine, Middle East as global turbulence deepens
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) will continue scaling up support for economies affected by conflict, including Ukraine and countries across the Middle East, as global instability, trade disruptions and geopolitical tensions create new challenges for development, EBRD pre»»»
Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs reaffirms support for Syria’s sovereignty
Damascus, June.7 (SANA) Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani discussed on Sunday, during a telephone call with Qatar’s Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, bilateral relations and ways to support and further develo»»»
Libyan Industry Union launches "Made in Libya" e-platform following approval by Minister of Economy and Trade
The Libyan Industry Union (LIU) announced last Thursday (4 June) the launch of the “Made in Libya” electronic platform, following its approval by the Minister of Economy and Trade. The initiative represents a new beginning for the future of digital industry in Libya, the LIU said. This national dig»»»
Iran missile fire on Israel triggers airspace closure in region
Iran’s missile attack on Israel has triggered a wave of temporary airspace closures across the region, with Iraq and Syria restricting flight operations and Iran shutting parts of its western airspace amid escalating tensions. Authorities said the measures were taken as a precaution following heigh»»»
Qatar updates list of 10 areas open to non-Qatari property ownership
Doha: Qatar has updated the list of areas in which non-Qataris are permitted to own real estate, pursuant to Cabinet Resolution No. (21) of 2026 amending certain provisions of Resolution No. (28) of 2020 regarding the designation of areas where non-Qataris may own and usufruct real estate, as well »»»
What We Are Reading Today: ‘Rare Tongues’ by Lorna Gibb
Languages and cultures are becoming increasingly homogenous, with the resulting loss of a rich linguistic tapestry reflecting unique perspectives and ways of life. “Rare Tongues” tells the stories of the world’s rare and vanishing languages, revealing how each is a living testament to human resilie»»»
Egypt’s economy grows 5.2% in first 9 months
RIYADH: Egypt’s economy grew 5.2 percent in the period between July and March of the financial year 2025-26, according to the Planning Ministry. The financial year in Egypt ends June 30. Egypt’s struggling economy has been boosted in recent years by major real estate investments and an $8 »»»
At least 21 Iraqis killed, 19 wounded in bus crash and fire near Nassiriya
At least 21 Iraqis were killed and 19 others injured when a passenger bus crashed and caught fire near the southern city of Nassiriya on Sunday, police and health officials said. The accident occurred after the driver lost control of the bus on a highway near Nassiriya, causing the vehicle »»»
Zelensky meets allies in UK after strike hits Ukraine nuclear site
LONDON: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Britain Sunday for defense talks with leaders of the UK, France and Germany after new Russian strikes killed five people and hit a nuclear site in Ukraine. Zelensky was greeted by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street, whe»»»
Iraq, Syria closes airspace
Iraq has temporarily closed its airspace and suspended air navigation, civil aviation officials are saying. The Syrian Civil Aviation Authority also announced a temporary closure of the southern air corridors and the suspension of operations at Damascus International Airport for 12 hours.»»»
Iran fires missiles at Israel
Iran has fired a missile barrage at Israel in retaliation for its continuing campaign in Lebanon against the Hezbollah militant group. The attack occurred late on Sunday, following days of bombing and ground operations in southern Lebanon by the IDF, including intensive aerial bombardment of the ca»»»
More than a million attend Pope Leo's mass in Spain
Pope Leo XIV honoured Spain's centuries-old tradition of religious devotion on Sunday as a “school of faith” for today, as he presided over a Mass before a million people and a procession highlighting one of the most iconic expressions of Spanish popular piety: flower carpets. FRANCE 24's Sarah Mor»»»
Spotlight - Kosovo: Former President warns of the cost of political deadlock
"Enough is Enough", the words of Gezim Selimi, a retired teacher in Pristina as he voted today in the Kosovo elections. He was one of a snap shot of voters questioned by journalists about what it like to be voting again in Kosovo. He may well have been speaking to much of the nation, it's the third»»»
Pope Leo draws 1M people in Madrid for open-air mass - UPI.com
Pope Leo XIV greets the people from the popemobile after presiding over the meeting "Weaving networks with the world of Culture, Education, Business and Sport," at the Movistar Arena in Madrid on Sunday. Photo by Fernando Villar/EPA June 7 (UPI) -- Pope Leo drew more than 1 million people to an ope»»»
Global airlines halve profit forecast amid surging fuel bills
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil: Airlines expect to carry more passengers this year but earn only half as much profit as in 2025, as high fuel prices don’t appear to be fully deterring travel, according to projections published Sunday. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) predicted its 370 mem»»»
'Everything I wished for' - Wemby embraces NBA Finals challenge
New York: Victor Wembanyama's dream run in his first NBA playoffs has taken a nightmarish turn, but the young San Antonio Spurs star says he's embracing the setbacks as well as the success. "I think the key is acceptance a lot of times, taking a step back, realizing all the journey that's behind th»»»
Riyadh commission begins work on major Taif Road upgrade project
RIYADH: Work has begun on a major road development project in Riyadh aimed at improving traffic flow and strengthening connections between key areas of the capital. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City announced on Sunday the start of construction on two new bridges as part of the Taif Road Develop»»»
Zelensky meets allies in UK after strike hits Ukraine nuclear site
LONDON: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Britain Sunday for defense talks with leaders of the UK, France and Germany after new Russian strikes killed five people and hit a nuclear site in Ukraine. Zelensky was greeted by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street, whe»»»