By Staff, Agencies Nigeria has confirmed an Ebola case in its capital, Abuja, after a woman who arrived from Uganda tested positive for the virus, the health ministry said. The woman began showing symptoms on 7 October and was admitted to a hospital in Abuja four days later, where she was later dia»»»

Diplomatic standoff intensifies as Iran sets conditions for peace Daily life in the UAE continues, though the Iran war’s ripple effects continue to be felt across the region, in certain sectors. Etihad has extended cancellations to Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam through Oct. 24, while Riyadh’s main airp»»»

By Staff, Agencies France will deploy military personnel from its counterterrorism force to support police during a new round of nationwide protests, as the government prepares a “massive” security operation following some of the worst riots in years. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez announced the m»»»

By Staff, Agencies “Israeli” voters are set to head to the polls next week as confidence in the integrity of elections falls to its lowest level in eight years, with political divisions increasingly shaping views of the electoral process. The election comes as "security and safety" concerns dominat»»»

Doha, Qatar: Protecting civilians affected by conflict, preventing wars from spreading across borders, and safeguarding the critical infrastructure that underpins daily life must form the core of international security cooperation, a senior French parliamentarian has said. Speaking to The Peninsula»»»

By Staff, Agencies Poland is unable to provide Ukraine with Patriot interceptor missiles due to limited available resources, Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski has said, noting that other NATO members still have supplies they could contribute. “There are countries in NATO that still have such resou»»»

Doha, Qatar: Qatar has called for a new, inclusive approach to international peacebuilding, warning that unchecked regional escalation, growing military expenditure and fragmented diplomatic efforts are pushing the world towards a dangerous period of prolonged conflict. Advisor to the Prime Ministe»»»

TAIZ, Yemen: Iran-backed Houthi rebels struck a residential area in Yemen’s third-largest city on Tuesday, killing two teenage girls and renewing attention on the dangers faced by civilians in Taiz, which has been under attack and siege during the country's escalating conflict. The Houthis have lar»»»

Arab Finance: Real estate developer HDP TULUA Developments has launched Navy 26, a commercial and service project in 6 October City, with a total investment of EGP 5 billion, as per an emailed press release. Located on the Boulevard axis, the development covers 26 feddans and is scheduled for compl»»»

Hungary could adopt the euro as early as 2032, but Brussels-based economists warn that meeting the official entry criteria will not guarantee success. Hungary may be moving closer to euro adoption, but a new study by Brussels-based economic think tank Bruegel warns that the country must address dee»»»

QNA Vienna A round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Qatar and Austria was held in Vienna on Tuesday. The Qatari delegation was headed by Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi, while the Austrian side was headed by Secreta»»»

QNA Doha Qatar and NATO have discussed ways to strengthen security and defence cooperation during a meeting between Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Majed Al Ansari and NATO Secretary-General’s Special Representative for the Southern»»»

QNA Doha Adviser to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari has stressed the importance of continuing diplomatic mediation and de-escalation efforts, noting that successful mediation depends on trust in the negotiation proces»»»

Demonstrating a shared commitment to humanitarian service and community welfare, the Pakistan Welfare Forum Qatar (PWF-Q) successfully organised a blood donation drive on October 16. The initiative was held in close collaboration with Qatar Blood Services (Hamad Medical Corporation) and was facilit»»»

Expanded from six dimensions to nine, and updated to 2026, the second edition of the Doha-based author’s book gives leaders a framework for reading a world in turmoil When Ahmad Javaid published the first edition of The Power Game: Winners and Losers in the Global Arena, he made a simple promise to»»»

According to the president of Fidesz, the 2027 budget announced by Prime Minister Péter Magyar is a left-wing budget that brings the era of the work-based economy to an end. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, Viktor Orbán wrote that the work-based economy rests on six pillars: full employment, Europe’s»»»

No deposit, investment, purchase of digital assets or trading activity is required Dubai: Trust Training and Development Institute (Trust Institute), a Dubai-based financial education provider, has announced a collaboration with OKX, a leading global fintech company and crypto trading platform, to »»»

With next year's budget, almost every Hungarian will be better off, but not all the problems and poor economic policies inherited from the previous government can be solved in a single year, Prime Minister Péter Magyar said on Tuesday at a joint press conference with Finance Minister András Kármán,»»»

Actor Dhanush's welfare movement fuels debate on potential political ambitions Dubai: Could Tamil cinema star Dhanush be the next actor to enter Tamil Nadu politics after Chief Minister Joseph Vijay? The question has gained attention after Dhanush's fan association was renamed the Dhanush Narpani I»»»

Tracing a legacy of compassion and innovation in UAE dentistry Abu Dhabi: Sama Tabrizi was just ten months old when her parents moved from Turkey to the UAE in the late 1960s. The family set up a dental clinic with a friend of her father’s in Al Ain, which set their base for the future beyond. “One»»»

A new restriction takes effect November 1, but travellers face different rules Dubai: The UAE will ban the veterinary use of ciprofloxacin, a widely prescribed antibiotic for pets and farm animals, from November 1. The ban was announced by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) and will cover veteri»»»

EXPLAINERTransport, accommodation, meals and phone bills face specific conditions for tax recovery Dubai: UAE businesses need to review how they claim VAT on employee expenses after rules that took effect on October 1 introduced specific conditions for staff transport, accommodation, meals, communi»»»

Abu Dhabi pilot explores wearable solutions for early MS detection and treatment Abu Dhabi: A wearable device being developed at Khalifa University could help doctors spot changes in the way people with multiple sclerosis walk or keep their balance, Dr. Charalampos Pitsalidis, Assistant Professor a»»»

Codeine, Xanax and tramadol need paperwork. Here is what you can and cannot fly in with Dubai: The UAE will ban the veterinary use of ciprofloxacin, a widely prescribed antibiotic for pets and farm animals, from November 1. The ban was announced by the Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) and will cov»»»

Italy announced tougher security measures on Tuesday after weekend riots in Milan left more than 100 police officers injured and shops looted. The government will deploy 500 additional soldiers, impose harsher penalties for violent protesters and hold parents financially responsible for damage caus»»»

The Gulf’s native landscapes invite us to slow down and connect with where we live Most of us assume that if you sat someone down in total quiet, with nothing to do and nowhere to be, they would eventually relax. A 2014 study led by psychologist Timothy Wilson at the University of Virginia, publish»»»

Zelensky accuses Musk of blocking Starlink during critical military operations Washington DC: Billionaire and SpaceX founder Elon Musk directed an intentional slowdown of Ukraine's essential military Starlink network, sparking widespread alarm in Kyiv and leaving the Trump administration bewildered»»»

Deadly drone attack in disputed Abyei region sparks outrage and protests JUBA, South Sudan: A drone strike on a market in Abyei, a border region disputed by Sudan and South Sudan, hit a nearby fuel depot, killing at least 153 people and igniting a fire that was still burning later on Tuesday, a loc»»»

Egypt's parliament on Monday delayed a debate on President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's request to authorise military support for Saudi Arabia until next week, state media reported, after an emergency session ended without a decision a day earlier. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks with Dr May Darwich, A»»»

With the midterm elections fast approaching, US President Donald Trump is stumping for candidates in states that he won by double digits in 2024. Despite what he says, it’s a sign of what Trump and the Republican party are fearing: with polls showing GOP support slip drastically even in some deep r»»»

King Charles praises Oman's role in Middle East peace during historic state visit King Charles III praised Oman's peacemaking attempts in the Middle East Tuesday as Sultan Haitham bin Tariq began the first state visit by an Omani ruler to the UK in nearly half a century. Hailing longstanding diplom»»»

At least 153 people have been killed in a drone strike on a market in the disputed Abyei region, where a fire at a nearby fuel depot continued to burn on Tuesday. Local officials blamed Sudan’s military for Monday’s attack, which also left dozens injured.  A drone strike on a market in Abyei, »»»

Online extremism fuels political violence, warns Australian police chief Australia's federal police chief warned on Wednesday of growing extremism online fuelling political polarisation after an attack on lawmaker Helen Haines, who remains in a critical condition in a Melbourne hospital. Australian»»»

NEW YORK: The United Nations is launching a new initiative on the military uses of artificial intelligence, aimed at addressing some dire concerns about the threat the rapidly developing technology could pose to humanity. The initiative by the UN Institute for Disarmament Research plans to launch T»»»

ANKARA/TORONTO: NATO allies Canada and Turkiye are expected to sign a joint declaration aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in four areas, including defense and energy, during Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit later this week, a person briefed on the matter said. The declaration is also expec»»»

LONDON: King Charles III praised Oman’s peacemaking attempts in the Middle East Tuesday as Sultan Haitham bin Tariq began the first state visit by an Omani ruler to the UK in nearly half a century. Hailing longstanding diplomatic, military and royal ties at a Windsor Castle banquet, the British mon»»»

Three medals for Qatar in swimming and athleticsTribune News Network Nagoya Qatar secured three medals at the 5th Asian Para Games ‘Aichi-Nagoya 2026’ on Tuesday. Swimmer Shamil Shaheen and athlete Ali Arsheed won the medals, marking a strong start for Qatar at the Games, which are being hosted by »»»

He also voiced his confidence that the partnership, which is built upon mutual respect and shared values, will continue to flourish to serve the interests of both nations and their peoples, while contributing to international stability, security, and peace. The French president expressed his gratit»»»

Following the opening ceremony, Sheikh Khalifa, accompanied by distinguished guests and senior officials, toured the exhibition halls and pavilions. He viewed a wide range of advanced equipment, technologies, services and integrated systems designed to enhance homeland security, public safety and c»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar University (QU) Health Sector successfully hosted its 10th Annual Research Symposium under the theme “From Evidence to Impact: Research, Innovation, and Policy for Better Health.” The symposium brought together distinguished researchers, healthcare professionals,»»»

Al Hashmi said attacks in the strait were irresponsible and harmful to the region, calling on Iran to bring such actions to an end. He added that the security of the waterway was inseparable from the security of regional states, highlighting the shared consequences of any disruption to maritime tra»»»

QNA Yerevan Qatar is participating in the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17), being held in Armenia’s capital, Yerevan, from October 19 to 30. The Qatari delegation, represented by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, is joining representativ»»»

QNA Doha Doha has vowed to remain a destination for addressing intractable issues through dialogue as Qatar’s belief in dialogue has driven its efforts on Afghanistan since the launch of the Doha peace process for Afghanistan in 2013, Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Dr. Maryam bi»»»

Tribune News Network Doha As part of its Back-to-School #MakeStudentsHappy 2026 campaign, the representation office of Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) in Syria has launched the Student Bags project, a programme designed to support education for children in vulnerable environments. Being implement»»»

Doha Shura Council Speaker HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim held separate meetings with the ambassadors of Panama and Malta and the acting charge d’affaires at the US Embassy in Doha to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional and international developments. During his meetings with Ambassador of»»»

Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) recently organised a workshop under the Asthma-Friendly Schools Programme in collaboration with Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) and the Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC). Approximately 117 school health nurses from the Primary Heal»»»

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani hosted an official dinner banquet at Lusail Palace in honour of President of the French Republic HE Emmanuel Macron, and his accompanying delegation. During the function, HH the Amir delivered a speech welcoming the F»»»

Oslo, Oct. 20 (SANA) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in the Norwegian capital Oslo on Tuesday for talks with U.S. special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, alongside European officials, as part of diplomatic efforts to advance a political settlement to the Russia-Ukraine war. »»»

LONDON: Ahead of what is expected to be one of the most closely contested US midterm elections in recent history, Washington’s policy on the Middle East could have a significant bearing on the outcome as President Donald Trump’s Republicans fight to retain control of the Senate and House of Represe»»»