By: Salem Al-Methen DUBAI, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- Kuwait Sea Sports Club athletes achieved distinguished results on Sunday during the second round of the Dubai International Marine Sports Championship.Kuwaiti champion Yousef Al-Abdulrazzaq clinched first place in the (RA GP1) category, reaffirming his st»»»

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, crowned the winners of the Arab Hope Makers initiative at a glittering ceremony in Dubai, honouring humanitarian champions whose work has transformed lives acros»»»

“Zelensky thinks he’s just winning easy points because the elite of the EU will be happy to see him taking swipes at Orban,” prolific commentator Dr. George Szamuely told Sputnik, commenting on Zelensky’s personal attack against Hungary’s PM at the Munich Security Conference, and Orban’s blistering»»»

Colombo: India captain Suryakumar Yadav and his Pakistan opposite number Salman Agha did not shake hands at the coin toss for their T20 World Cup showdown in Colombo on Sunday. Agha won the toss and elected to bowl in the Group A match, which was only confirmed as going ahead six days ago when the »»»

Recent data indicate that the cost of basic foods in Bulgaria has surpassed that of several Western European countries despite the country’s formal entry into the Eurozone. Analysis by the Confederation of Bulgarian Trade Unions and Industry of the “small consumer basket” highlights that five stapl»»»

CAIRO, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- Kuwait-based Namma charity on Sunday distributed some 1,300 food baskets to needy families across the Egyptian capital Cairo in a gracious deed ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.The initiative, held in conjunction with Egypt's Orman Association, aims to lend a helping hand »»»

Cairo: In Charge of Managing Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) Mohamed Faleh Al Hajri met with HE Minister of Civil Aviation of the Arab Republic of Egypt Pilot Dr. Sameh El Hefny in Cairo. Al Hajri also met with President of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority Sameh Fawzy. During both meetin»»»

The latest data from the Bulgarian National Bank reveal a striking growth in large household deposits by the end of December 2025. Deposits exceeding 1 million leva surged by 32.9 percent over the year, bringing the total number of such accounts to 2,447 - an increase of 606 compared to the same pe»»»

Delyan Dobrev, MP from the GERB-UDF Parliamentary Group and Chair of the Parliamentary Budget Committee, denied reports that he is leaving the party, posting a statement on his Facebook profile. “It is not true that I am leaving GERB,” Dobrev wrote. “I remain in the party and will continue to help »»»

Dubai: An Abu Dhabi court has ordered a construction company to pay Dh10,000 in compensation to a woman after finding it liable for damage to her vehicle caused by falling building materials from a neighbouring site. The Abu Dhabi Civil, Family and Administrative Court ruled that the company bore r»»»

DAMASCUS: Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has launched a specialized medical campaign for Syria, entitled 'Endless Giving', aiming to perform more than 100 specialized cardiac catheterization procedures for adults and children in Syria. A medical convoy comprised of leading consultants and expert»»»

Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index closed Sunday's trading lower by 46.91 points, or 0.41 percent, to settle at 11,468.90 points. During the session, a total of 145,355,644 shares were traded, with a value of QAR 349,114,066.145, through 16,360 transactions across all sectors. Shares of 30 »»»

DOHA: Estithmar Holding QPSCannounced the establishment of its fifth group, 'Estithmar Capital', in a strategic step aimed at strengthening the company’s expansion and diversifying the sectors in which it operates. Estithmar Capital will specialize in managing financial investments, strengthening i»»»

Egypt has launched a “Team Africa” initiative aimed at mobilising $500bn for approximately 300 developmental projects across the continent, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said on Sunday. Delivering a speech on behalf of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi at the African Union Development Agency (NEPAD)»»»

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Sunday pledged continued technical support and capacity-building for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to drive continental economic integration. In a meeting with AfCFTA Secretary-General Wamkele Mene, Abdelatty affirmed Egypt’s full suppor»»»

Tunis, Feb. 15 (TAP)- Tunisia's economy posted a 2.5% growth rate in 2025, the National Institutee of Statistics (INS) said. Estimates of quarterly national accounts show the real gross domestic product (GDP) grew 2.7% year-on-year, INS indicators...»»»

Dubai’s Roads And Transport Authority inaugurated today the Northern Bridge at the intersection of Al Qudra Street with Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street. This bridge is approximately 700 metres in length and provides a direct connection that contributes to facilitating traffic movement in b»»»

CAIRO: In Charge of Managing Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) Mohamed Faleh Al Hajri met with Minister of Civil Aviation of the Arab Republic of Egypt HE Pilot Dr Sameh El Hefny in Cairo. Al Hajri also met with President of the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority Sameh Fawzy. During both meeting»»»

DOHA: The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, represented by the Environmental Monitoring and Inspection Department, organized a symposium on Sunday entitled 'Improving Air Quality and Supporting Environmental Sustainability in Qatar', bringing together government officials, industry repres»»»

Hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in demonstrations around the world against the Iranian government, following calls from the exiled son of the late shah for a "global day of action". Addressing an estimated 250,000 people in Munich, Reza Pahlavi - who has called for the overthrow of »»»

CAIRO, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- Egypt launched on Sunday a new social protection package worth EGP 40 billion (around USD 858 million) targeting low-income and most vulnerable groups, upon directives from President Abdelfattah Al-Sisi, ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.In a statement, the Egyptian Cabinet»»»

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban earlier wrote on X that “this debate” is not about him and Zelensky, but “the future of Hungary, Ukraine, and Europe,” which is “precisely why [Ukraine] cannot become a member of the European Union.” “There are actually no supporters of Ukraine’s rapid EU membe»»»

In preparation for the holy month of Ramadan, Sharjah Charity International has completed the setup of iftar locations across the emirate, equipping 129 Ramadan tents and meal distribution sites to serve fasting individuals throughout the month. The organisation aims to distribute 900,000 iftar mea»»»

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MUNICH, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- The Munich Security Conference concluded its 62nd session after three days of intensive discussions focusing on transatlantic relations, the war in Ukraine, and the future of the international order.His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah par»»»

Adelaide, Australia: An "overwhelmed" Anthony Kim outplayed two-time major winner Jon Rahm to capture his maiden LIV Golf title Sunday and first on any tour since 2010 to complete an amazing redemption story. The 40-year-old American fired a nine-under-par 63, surging home with five birdies on the »»»

Mumbai, India: The West Indies became the first team to qualify for the Super Eights phase of the T20 World Cup when they cruised to victory against Nepal by nine wickets on Sunday. After restricting Nepal to 133-8 in their 20 overs, captain Shai Hope's 61 not out helped his team romp to 134-1 in 1»»»

Damascus: Syria's defence ministry said on Sunday it had taken over the Al-Shadadi base in the northeast from US forces, days after assuming control of a facility near the Jordan-Iraq borders. "The forces of the Syrian Arab Army have taken over the Al-Shadadi military base in the Hasakeh countrysid»»»

Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 continues to dispatch UAE humanitarian aid convoys to the Gaza Strip, with convoy number 301 entering the Strip carrying more than 290 tonnes of food parcels and supplies, as part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to support the Palestinian people and alleviate their suffer»»»

THE HAGUE: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has sent a written message to HM King Willem-Alexander of the Kingdom of the Netherlands concerning bilateral ties and ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries. The message was delivered by Ambassado»»»

Munich, Feb. 15 (SANA) Syria’s deputy interior minister met with Germany’s interior minister on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, where they discussed security developments and prospects for cooperation, according to a statement from Syria’s Interior Ministry. Maj. Gen. Abdulkader al»»»

The Munich Security Conference (MSC) – once a serious international event – has become a circus that puts “performance over substance,” Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said. This year’s organizers withdrew invitations for senior Iranian officials following violent riots that gripped the»»»

CAIRO, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- The Arab League's Technical Committee on Intellectual Property (TCIP) launched its 16th meeting on Sunday with Kuwait taking part, focusing on advancing intellectual property systems across Arab countries and strengthening regional coordination in this field.Speaking at the »»»

Beijing: China confirmed that Canadian and British citizens will be able to visit the country visa-free from Tuesday, after the two countries' leaders had announced such agreements following official trips to Beijing. British and Canadian prime ministers Keir Starmer and Mark Carney both visited Be»»»

Dubai: Egyptian authorities have arrested a woman accused of defrauding would-be pilgrims of more than one million Egyptian pounds through a bogus Hajj and Umrah visa scheme, security officials said. Investigators said the suspect advertised discounted pilgrimage visas and travel programmes on soci»»»

The Federal Supreme Court has ordered a retrial in a case in which four defendants were accused of attempting to defraud a man into withdrawing a previous lawsuit by misleading him over a cash payment. Prosecutors said the defendants sought to induce the complainant to waive an earlier case by fals»»»

The National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) announced last Saturday that it had held, on the same day, an expanded technical meeting in Istanbul. This meeting brought together the its working group (the International Cooperation Office and the Planning and Follow-up Department), alon»»»

Doha, Qatar: The General Directorate of Coasts and Border Security announced a boat auction through the Sooum app. Interested individuals can place their bids from February 17, 2026, at 7am until February 19, 2026, at 7am. The boats will be available for inspection at the headquarters of the Genera»»»

A series of civic protests against poor road infrastructure and what participants describe as a “war on the roads” were held in the Bulgarian towns of Elhovo, Cherven Bryag, Montana and Dobrich. The demonstrations were police-monitored and in some cases led to temporary traffic disruptions or road »»»

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was the centre of attention at the Munich Security Summit, as European leaders wondered apprehensively what tone he would strike in his remarks on Saturday. While his speech did not fully allay their concerns, it has been viewed as a reassurance to allies that whil»»»

Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova earlier stressed that "any unilateral actions regarding the country’s sovereign assets, such as indefinite freezing or attempting to present their de facto confiscation as a 'reparations loan,’" grossly violate international law." French Presiden»»»

The new administration of Libya’s Tripoli based Military Industrialization Organisation announced last Saturday (14 February) the signing of a strategic industrial cooperation agreement with a leading Turkish company specializing in advanced industries. It refrained from naming the Turkish company.»»»

Under the patronage of Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, the UAE Rescue Challenge 2026 kicked off on Sunday at Dubai Police Training City in Al Ruwayyah. Organised by Dubai Police in cooperation with the World Rescue Organisation, the championship brin»»»

China confirmed that Canadian and British citizens will be able to visit the country visa-free from Tuesday, after the two countries' leaders had announced such agreements following official trips to Beijing. British and Canadian prime ministers Keir Starmer and Mark Carney both visited Beijing in »»»

The UK wants action taken following evidence Russia killed political prisoner Alexei Navalny with frog poison, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said. Two years ago, Russian opposition leader Navalny, a vocal critic of President Vladimir Putin, died suddenly in the the Siberian prison where he was be»»»

KUWAIT, Feb 15 (KUNA) -- Minister of Health Dr. Ahmad Al-Awadhi said Sunday that celebrating the national holidays represents a renewal of commitment to continuing diligent work.His remarks came in a press statement during the national exhibition "Pride and Honor," held at the Ministry of Health he»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) announced its investment in Axiom Space, a leader in commercial human space exploration. A statement issued by the QIA said that the company raised $350 million in a funding round led by the QIA and TypeOne Ventures, with participation from 4iG, Lum»»»

Andrey Gurov, nominated for caretaker prime minister, is a prominent political figure, said GERB-UDF MP and Parliament Deputy Chair Kostadin Angelov on Bulgarian National Radio here on Sunday, commenting on the formation of the future caretaker cabinet. “Everything sounds suspicious to us. Gurov is»»»

Sevim Ali, Deputy Floor Leader of the Alliance for Rights and Freedoms (ARF), said the caretaker cabinet should be made up of experts and professional unconnected to the status quo parties. Interviewed by Bulgarian National Radio on Sunday, Ali said the public is focused on resolving two key issues»»»

Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama will travel to Washington next week to join the first meeting of US President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace", he told a podcast on Sunday. "I will be in Washington for the official creation of the peace council and the launch of the activities of this council," Ram»»»