Lebanon continues to come under pressure to postpone the parliamentary elections in May with international powers believing that priority in the country lies in disarming Hezbollah and granting Prime Minister Nawaf Salam’s government more time to approve financial, economic and administrative refor»»»

Doha, Qatar: Al Sadd extended their lead in the Qatar Stars League (QSL) with a 3-1 victory over Al Wakrah at Saoud Bin Abdulrahman Stadium, marking their ninth consecutive win in the top flight. The triumph took Al Sadd to 35 points, four clear of Al Gharafa and Al Shamal, who drew level on points»»»

At first glance, Yelets in winter looks like something from a Russian fairy tale. From the embankment I spy the golden domes of Orthodox churches and, down below, ice fishermen dotted along the frozen river. But in this town, 350km (217 miles) south of Moscow, the fairy tale feeling is transient. O»»»

In 2025, 456 bodies of citizens who died in various countries were brought home to Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Bakyt Darmankul uulu, announced at a meeting of the Committee on Science, Education, Innovative Development, Information Technology, Culture, Spor»»»

On 22 February of each year, Saudi Arabia celebrates Founding Day, commemorating the establishment of the First Saudi State in 1727 in Diriyah, northwest of present-day Riyadh. The date marks the emergence of a centralised political authority in a region long characterised by fragmentation. Today, »»»

Dubai: What’s the beef, you ask? Well, The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond has sparked debates over its depiction of force-feeding beef in certain scenes and no, we’re not just talking memes. The Hindi-language film, which focuses on girls trapped in forced religious conversion rackets, has become the »»»

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent North Korean leader Kim Jong-un congratulations on Monday on his re-election as general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said. Earlier on the day, the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Kim's re-election to th»»»

Australia's center-left government ‌on Sunday rejected a local media report that said it was working to repatriate Australians in a Syrian camp holding families of suspected ISIS militants. The 34 women and children were released on Monday from the camp in northern Syria, but returned to the detent»»»

Dubai: Minor delays and one flight diversion were reported at Dubai International Airport (DXB) on Monday morning as fog and mist covered parts of the UAE. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.A spokesperson for Dubai Airports confirmed that operations were largely unaffect»»»

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan is ready to allocate 200,000 hectares of unused land to migrant workers for agricultural use. First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry Zhanybek Kerimaliev stated at a meeting of the Committee on Agrarian Policy, Water Resou»»»

Doha, Qatar: The third edition of the Throwback Food Festival is drawing steady crowds to Old Doha Port, where nostalgia, cuisine and community spirit have converged to create one of the season’s most distinctive Ramadan attractions. Designed as a celebration of Qatar’s culinary heritage, the festi»»»

New Delhi: The Tejas light combat aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) sustained major airframe damage after overshooting the runway at a frontline airbase earlier this month, following a suspected brake failure, sources told PTI on Sunday. Also Read: Dubai Airshow explains why event continued af»»»

Dubai: Indian nationals in several parts of Mexico have been urged to remain indoors after violent clashes linked to a major cartel operation triggered widespread unrest, road blockades and security risks across multiple states. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.The Emba»»»

Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi said talks between the United States and Iran would resume on Thursday in Geneva "with a positive push to go the extra mile towards finalizing” a deal on Tehran's nuclear program. Speaking to CBS News on Sunday, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said deta»»»

Fish farms across Kyrgyzstan have expressed serious concern over discussions of a possible ban on the import of fish feed. According to Renad Dosaev, head of the Association of Fish Farms, he receives daily appeals from farmers in all regions of the country, while conflicting statements from govern»»»

Doha, Qatar: With the holy month of Ramadan unfolding amid Qatar’s cooler winter weather this year, citizens and residents have expressed widespread appreciation for the distinctive atmosphere, describing the experience as both spiritually uplifting and socially vibrant. Across Doha and other parts»»»

Dubai: Airlines halted operations and issued travel waivers after violent clashes erupted in western Mexico following a military operation that killed one of the country’s most powerful cartel leaders, triggering widespread disruption and security alerts for civilians and travellers. Sign up for ou»»»

An uproar continued Sunday after the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, said Israel has a right to much of the Middle East, as more Arab and Muslim countries objected and the US said his comments were taken out of context. Huckabee spoke in an interview with conservative commentator Tucker Car»»»

Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen and Danish Justice Minister Peter Hummelgaard speak during a press conference in September. Poulsen said there was no need for Trump's hospital boat. File Photo by Emil Helms/EPA Feb. 22 (UPI) -- Greenland and Denmark on Sunday both rejected a hospital bo»»»

The Ala-Too Resort project has attracted the interest of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a member of the ruling family of the United Arab Emirates. Representatives of his office and the management of Ala-Too Resort OJSC held online negotiations, the company said. The parties discussed investmen»»»

Doha, Qatar: A nationwide drive to reduce food waste and promote sustainable consumption is gaining momentum across Qatar, as ministries, research institutions and social organizations intensify coordination under the umbrella of the Qatar National Food Security Strategy 2030. The Hifz Al Naema ini»»»

Beijing: China urged the United States on Monday to cancel unilateral tariffs announced by President Donald Trump after the US Supreme Court struck down many of his measures. The court ruled six to three on Friday that Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a 1977 law he has reli»»»

On February 24, more than 6,000 consumers in Bishkek will be remotely disconnected from electricity services due to outstanding debts. To avoid inconvenience, the Bishkek Electric Grid Company, a branch of NENK OJSC, urges consumers to pay their electricity bills on time. For users’ convenience, th»»»

The Ataa Hamdan Volunteer Team took part in the International Global Exhibition for innovative students, held in Dubai, in a participation that highlighted the team’s commitment to supporting creativity and fostering a culture of innovation among young people. Also Read: 680 young achievers honoure»»»

Dubai: The father of Malayalam and Tamil actress Vishnupriya, Suryanarayanan, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his bungalow in Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu. According to a report published on The New Indian Express, Suryanarayanan’s body was discovered bound to a chair with his face taped»»»

Dubai: Gold prices in Dubai surged sharply on Monday, delivering one of the biggest single-day increases this month and pushing retail rates closer to recent record territory. (Check latest UAE gold prices here, alongside prices in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and India.) Sign up for»»»

Sharjah: For the second consecutive year, Sharjah Charity International has launched its Ramadan initiative, “Bouquet of Goodness,” inviting the community to donate Dh100 to support a wide range of humanitarian and charitable projects across the UAE and abroad. (Click here for UAE Ramadan Prayer Ti»»»

Dubai: The Dubai Commercial Court has ordered a contracting company to pay Dh4.7 million to a subcontractor for completed works, outstanding rental dues and compensation for scaffolding, together with legal interest of 5 per cent per annum. The case stems from a subcontract signed in February 2024 »»»

Full-time employees’ average gross earnings were HUF 789,200 and average net earnings reached HUF 548,900 in December 2025. Average gross earnings grew by 8.5%, net average earnings increased by 9.8% and real earnings were 6.3% higher than a year earlier. The increase in net average earnings exceed»»»

In 2025, 12,062 new dwellings were built, 9.3% fewer than a year earlier. The number of dwellings to be built based on issued construction permits and simple declarations was 28,081, 37% more than in 2024. In 2025, 12,062 dwellings were put into use, representing a 9.3% decrease compared to the pre»»»

Grain exports from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan increased 1.7 times. Data from the National Company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy JSC say. From September 2025 to February 19, 2026, at least 6.4 million tons of new-harvest grain were exported to foreign markets. This represents a 19.7 percent increase compared»»»

Dubai: Dubai Police have dismissed circulating social media rumours claiming that driving licences issued from any country can now be replaced with a UAE driving licence, confirming that the information is false. Official sources at Dubai Police said the claims, which spread widely over the past tw»»»

Emirates and Etihad Airways have cancelled additional flights to and from the United States on Monday as a powerful winter storm sweeps across the Northeast. The blizzard has prompted travel bans, flight suspensions and widespread shutdowns across major cities, including New York, New Jersey and Bo»»»

A total of 147 million soms will be allocated for the World Nomad Games. Member of Parliament Dastan Bekeshev announced on his Telegram channel. According to him, members of Parliament will review a draft Cabinet of Minister’s decree. «147 million soms are allocated for the purchase of English-bred»»»

Russia will increase the pace of developing advanced systems for its army, and this equipment will always be in good hands, Russian President Vladimir Putin said. In a video address, the head of state congratulated Russians on Defender of the Fatherland Day. The president emphasized that Russia wou»»»

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum urged citizens to remain calm and stay informed amid unrest in several regions of the country following the death of the leader of Mexico's largest cartel, and expressed gratitude to the army and security forces for their work. On February 22, the Mexican Defense»»»

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been re-elected general secretary of the ruling Workers’ Party at a rare congress, state media said Monday, calling the decision unanimous among delegates. KCNA said the country’s nuclear-based “war deterrence” had been “radically improved” under Kim’s leadership»»»

There are growing calls across Europe for tighter scrutiny of the American AI firm Palantir Technologies, amid concerns over privacy and its expanding role in military and government operations across the US and its allies. The company, led by CEO Alex Karp, provides battlefield analytics to the US»»»

Dubai: Daily commutes across Dubai and the Northern Emirates were severely disrupted on Monday morning as a series of accidents and heavy peak-hour congestion coincided with challenging weather conditions across the country. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has urged motorists to exercise c»»»

Bishkek City Hall has begun dismantling metal structures near the Central Department Store (TSUM). Mayor Aibek Dzhunushaliev is on the scene. According to the City Hall’s press service, the first phase of demolition of structures erected outside the approved design began today. Construction work on»»»

US President Donald Trump is questioning why Iran has not yet "capitulated" in the face of Washington's military build-up in the Middle East, the US president's special envoy Steve Witkoff has said. Witkoff told Fox News on Saturday that Trump was "curious" about Iran's position after he had warned»»»

Three key factors are turning Kyrgyzstan into an attractive destination for investors in the region. Anton Sobin, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Investment Fund Central Asia Capital, stated. According to him, these include a liberal foreign exchange regime, unique transit potential drive»»»

A video conference meeting was held between Farkhat Iminov, head of the Secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Justin Sun, founder of the global blockchain platform TRON, the council’s pre»»»

In Osh city, owners of business located in Alisher Navoi Park complained to the new mayor, Zhanar Akayev, about the demolition of their retail outlets. According to the municipal press service, the mayor visited the site. Along with the heads of relevant agencies, the mayor met with owners of the r»»»

A single weapons operator, the state-owned enterprise Asker Service, has been established in Kyrgyzstan. Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev signed a decree reorganizing the Ministry of Defense’s departmental enterprises, renaming the state-owned enterprise Kyrgyzkorgooservice t»»»

Dubai: Fog and mist are expected to affect parts of the UAE through Thursday, with temperatures set to rise on Tuesday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said today would be fair to partly cloudy at times, with humid conditions overnight and into Tuesday morning bringin»»»

President Donald Trump's threats to attack Iran provide little detail on what the long-term US goal would be in the event of a sustained or even brief conflict. Trump sent warships and dozens of fighter planes to the Middle East and has several options to choose from that could destabilize the regi»»»

Mukul Roy, the former Indian Railway Minister and a founding member of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), has died at the age of 71 following a cardiac arrest. Roy passed away at approximately 1.30 am on Monday at the Apollo Hospital in Salt Lake, Kolkata, his son, Subhranshu Roy, confirmed to local med»»»

Dubai: Fog and mist are expected to affect parts of the UAE through Thursday, with temperatures set to rise on Tuesday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The NCM said today would be fair to partly cloudy at times, with humid conditions overnight and into Tuesday morning bringin»»»

The International Criminal Court will begin a hearing on Monday to decide whether former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte should stand trial for crimes against humanity linked to his deadly anti‑drug crackdown. The "confirmation of charges" hearing, taking place over four days, will determine w»»»