A Palestinian source told Asharq Al-Awsat on Tuesday that Cairo will host a delegation from Hamas next week for talks aimed at advancing a ceasefire agreement in Gaza. The source, who is close to Hamas, said the visit is expected to focus on the provisions of the second phase of the ceasefire deal,»»»

Iranian Army Commander Major General Amir Hatami issued a stern warning to hostile powers, stressing that any mistake by the enemies would be met with a decisive response, and stating that protests in Iran are none of the business of the US or the Zionist regime. In an address to the students of th»»»

Dubai: A 39-year-old Saudi citizen has died after a jet ski he was riding capsized off the coast of West Java in Indonesia, local authorities said on Monday. The incident occurred at Bubalu Beach in Pelabuhanratu, a well-known coastal tourist destination in Sukabumi Regency, where the man was ridin»»»

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Sofia Mayor Vassil Terziev should immediately declare a state of emergency in the five boroughs of Sofia which are experiencing a waste management crisis, said Boris Bonev, chair of the Save Sofia group in the Sofia Municipal Council, on Wednesday. He stressed that currently there is no normal wast»»»

China’s top diplomat began his annual New Year tour of Africa on Wednesday, focusing on strategic trade access across eastern and southern Africa as Beijing seeks to secure key shipping ​routes and resource supply lines. Foreign Minister Wang Yi will travel to Ethiopia, Africa's fastest-growing lar»»»

Aleppo, Jan. 7 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Army Operations Command announced that Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods in Aleppo will be designated as “closed military zone” starting at 3:00 PM on Wednesday. In a statement, the command said, “A full curfew will be in effect in the two neighborhood»»»

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Israeli occupation authorities have cleared the final hurdle ahead of starting construction on an illegal and controversial settlement project near occupied East Al-Quds (Jerusalem) that critics say would effectively cut the occupied West Bank in two. An occupation government tender seeking bids fr»»»

Sofia Mayor Vasil Terziev has strongly criticized recent experiments with school meal pricing, calling them unacceptable and emphasizing the need for fairness and transparency. The Consumer Protection Commission (CPCo) and Sofia Municipality have launched inspections into the city’s “student meals”»»»

As Bulgaria transitions to the euro, all withdrawn leva banknotes and stotinka coins will be permanently destroyed to prevent any risk of fraud or reuse. Stefan Tsvetkov, chief cashier at the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB), explained that the current supply of banknotes in circulation weighs approxi»»»

Dubai: Excitement around Dhurandhar 2 is already building, and fans believe the sequel may once again carry the sonic stamp of Flipperachi, the Bahrain-based singer who shot to fame with the breakout hit Fa9la. While nothing has been officially confirmed, the artist’s recent comments have been enou»»»

The deadliest clashes so far broke out Tuesday between Syrian government forces and Kurdish fighters in a contested area of the northern city of Aleppo, as efforts to merge the U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces with the national army have shown little progress. Syria 's state-run SANA news agenc»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting on Wednesday morning at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali A»»»

Attorney General Pam Bondi on Tuesday announced lawsuits against Arizona and Connecticut to compel them to hand over their voter registration rolls. Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo Jan. 7 (UPI) -- The Justice Department has sued Arizona and Connecticut for refusing to hand over their full »»»

An Abu Dhabi labour court has ordered a company to pay Dh159,800 to an employee who worked for the firm for more than 11 years, covering his final month’s salary and end-of-service gratuity. The ruling was issued by the Abu Dhabi Labour Court at first instance, after the employee filed a lawsuit se»»»

Dubai: The UAE government has overhauled its environmental and agricultural legislative framework, introducing a suite of new federal laws designed to curb the illegal trade of endangered species and bolster national biosecurity. The legislative package replaces several decades-old statutes, some d»»»

Morocco will halt exports of frozen sardines from February ​1 to protect domestic supplies and contain prices, the cabinet member in charge of fisheries, Zakia Driouich, said. Sardines are a staple for ‌Moroccan households, ‌and ‌the country ⁠is ​the ‌world's top exporter of the fish, thanks to its»»»

Bulgaria’s Maritime Administration has formally demanded that the owner of the oil tanker Kairos reimburse the state for all costs associated with the vessel’s removal from Bulgarian waters, totaling 270,371 euros. The agency delivered a notarized notice to the Bulgarian agent of the Chinese shipow»»»

Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani chaired the Cabinet's regular meeting on Wednesday morning at the Amiri Diwan. Following the meeting, Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs HE Ibrahim bin Ali A»»»

Having a young population means a country has a large share of children, teenagers, and young adults relative to older age groups, often reflected in a low median age. This demographic profile can be a powerful asset — or a serious challenge — depending on how well a country prepares for it. Also I»»»

Damascus: Schools and public institutions were shut in north Syria's Aleppo on Wednesday, as sporadic clashes between government troops and Kurdish-led forces continued into their second day, according to state media. Tuesday's clashes, which killed nine people, were the worst between the two sides»»»

The Hague: Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, one of the largest in Europe, announced at least 700 flight cancellations Wednesday because of snow and wind, following days of weather-related travel disruptions.Travelers wait for their flights at Schiphol airport on January 6, 2026 as hundreds of flights ha»»»

Dubai: Dubai has launched a new humanitarian initiative aimed at easing rental-related financial distress for vulnerable families, as the Rental Disputes Center (RDC) and the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charitable Establishment unveiled the “Sitr” programme in line with the Year of the Family 20»»»

The Israeli airstrike that struck a three-storey building on Tuesday in the industrial zone of Sainiq, in the Sidon district in southern Lebanon, was part of a broader wave of attacks that on Monday targeted the western Bekaa Valley, Jezzine, and areas around Sidon. With intensive drone flights ove»»»

The Saudi Cabinet approved on Tuesday the draft regulations and operating procedures of the National Minerals Program, which was authorized for establishment in July 2024. The program focuses on boosting the efficiency and adequacy of current and future mineral supply chains and operates under the »»»

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi told the Mehr news ​agency he will visit Lebanon on Thursday with an economic delegation. A US-backed ceasefire agreed in November 2024 ended more than ‌a year ‌of ‌fighting ⁠between ​Israel ‌and Lebanon's Hezbollah, but it also required the disarmament of the »»»

Dubai: Helicopter inspection footage released by Network Rail Scotland has revealed vast stretches of railway blanketed in snow as severe winter weather continues to disrupt daily life across the country. The aerial visuals were captured during routine safety inspections of rail infrastructure betw»»»

The Israeli airstrike that struck a three-storey building on Tuesday in the industrial zone of Sainiq, in the Sidon district in southern Lebanon, was part of a broader wave of attacks that on Monday targeted the western Bekaa Valley, Jezzine, and areas around Sidon. With intensive drone flights ove»»»

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Archaeologists have been stunned to discover two of the rarest Iron Age objects in the same excavation. The team from Pre-Construct Archaeology was working on a building site a few miles from Thetford, Norfolk, when they came across the hoard last year. At its heart was the most complete battle tru»»»

Dubai: As nationwide protests roil Iran, a new layer of anxiety has spread through Tehran and other cities: Fear over what President Donald Trump might do next after a dramatic US raid in Venezuela. In early January, US forces conducted airstrikes on Caracas and seized Venezuelan President Nicolás »»»

For many Filipinos working in the UAE, renewing a Philippine driver’s licence used to be something done only during a short vacation back home—often after the licence had already expired. That usually meant long queues at the Land Transportation Office (LTO), time lost from family visits, and penal»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs HE Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi received on Wednesday copies of the credentials of Ambassador of the Republic of Haiti HE Pierre-Richard Cajuste and Ambassador of the Republic of Bulgaria HE Dimitar Mihaylov. HE the Minister of State for Foreign Aff»»»

France is working with partners on a plan over how to respond should the United States act on its threat to take over Greenland, a minister said on Wednesday, as Europe sought ​to address US President Donald Trump's ambitions in the region. A US military seizure of Greenland from a longtime ally, D»»»

Syria's new government and Israel will set up a joint group under US supervision to share intelligence and seek military de-escalation on the ground, they announced Tuesday after talks. The Syrian foreign minister traveled to Paris in his country's first known meeting in months with Israel, which h»»»

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has issued guidance aimed at preventing fraud linked to the circulation of euro banknotes. Citizens are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the security features of the new currency, while merchants are advised to use specialized devices to detect counterfeit »»»

Doha, Qatar: Speed, adrenaline and intense competition take center stage today as the 2026 Arabian Drag Racing League officially begins, launching its opening round at Qatar Racing Club’s (QRC) purpose-built drag racing venue. The championship is held under the patronage of QRC Chairman H E Sheikh »»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar launch their AFC U-23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 campaign when they face the UAE in Group B in Jeddah today. The match at Prince Abdullah Al Faisal Sports City Stadium will be a crucial test for both teams in a demanding group, which also includes the defending champions Japan a»»»

Doha, Qatar: Ford’s Mitch Guthrie yesterday moved to the top of the Dakar Rally cars standings after winning a gruelling 421km timed special, while Qatar’s five-time champion Nasser Al Attiyah endured a difficult day. In the bikes category, Honda’s Tosha Schareina claimed his first stage win since »»»

Doha, Qatar: The countdown clock to the opening WTT Series event of the season is approaching its final ticks, with the first-ever WTT Champions Doha 2026 taking over Lusail Sports Arena from today. Amongst the superstar names are two of Qatar’s finest players. Wildcard entries for the five-day spe»»»

Bulgaria's Maritime Administration has requested that the owner of the oil tanker Kairos reimburse all costs incurred by the Bulgarian government for moving the vessel from the shores of Ahtopol to the Bay of Burgas, the Ministry of Transport and Communications reported on Wednesday. The agency has»»»

Tunis, Jan. 7 (TAP)- The weather is cold on Wednesday with rainstorms in the north and the midland and locally in the south. Lighter rain is expected by the end of the day with snowfalls in the western heights of Thala and Kasserine. The wind is...»»»

Dubai: Authorities have announced a partial closure of Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed International Road (E11) near Al Mirfa in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra region, as part of ongoing infrastructure and road improvement works. AD Mobility said the partial closure will be in place from Wednesday, January 7, unti»»»

“Until a few years ago, the butterfly pea flower was just another climbing plant in my village,” said Nilam Brahma who lives in Anthaigwlao, a village in the northeastern Indian state of Assam. Butterfly pea, also known as aparajita in India, grows as a vine and has a striking blue flower. Around t»»»

Poor oral health may significantly reduce life expectancy, according to a new Japanese study that called for better dental maintenance among older adults. Frail oral health, defined as having fewer remaining teeth, dry mouth, trouble speaking, and difficulty chewing and swallowing, can reflect poor»»»

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Doha, Qatar: Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), a leading onshore financial and business hub in the region, announces its relocation to its new headquarters at Lusail Boulevard and the official transition of all operations to the new premises. The relocation to Lusail marks a key milestone in QFC’s long»»»

Doha, Qatar: QNB Group has launched an exclusive campaign for its Visa credit cardholders, offering them the chance to win hospitality packages to the FIFA World Cup 2026, courtesy of Visa. Running from 7 January to 31 March 2026, the campaign rewards customers who spend a minimum cumulative amount»»»