Gulf News 5m

The great irony of Trump’s Iran war: Fighting to restore what existed before it

Dubai: Six months ago, the Strait of Hormuz was open, oil and gas flowed through one of the world’s most important energy corridors, and Iran did not control which ships could pass or demand tolls for their transit. Today, after nearly six months of war, restoring something close to that pre-war re»»»

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The Peninsula 1h

Record Belgium wildfire doubles in size in 24 hours: authorities

Brussels, Belgium: A wildfire raging in a nature reserve in eastern Belgium, the biggest to hit the country in recent history, has more than doubled in size in 24 hours to affect some 3,000 hectares (7,500 acres), authorities said Sunday. An update from the Wallonia regional government said more th»»»

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Arab News 1h

Sukuk liquidity nears pre-war levels as recovery remains uneven: Fitch

RIYADH: Liquidity among most Fitch-rated sukuk is edging closer to pre-war levels despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, although the recovery remains uneven, an analysis showed. As of Aug. 4, just over 75 percent of Fitch-rated sukuk had a liquidity score above 50, up from 64 pe»»»

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Arab News 1h

Team Liquid’s Magnus Carlsen claims back-to-back chess titles at Esports World Cup

PARIS: Magnus Carlsen has won the Chess at Esports World Cup 2026 title, and has secured his second EWC trophy in a row, all without losing a single game in his journey to the top. Carlsen, who has never lost a match at the EWC, reinforces himself as the world’s greatest chess player. The Team Liqu»»»

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Gulf News 1h

SR25,000 for a first offence, SR200,000 for repeat breaches under new Saudi water rules

Dubai: Saudi Arabia has approved updated regulations governing water efficiency and conservation, introducing fines of up to SR200,000 for violations across the urban, agricultural and industrial sectors. The Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture said the revised executive regulations woul»»»

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Gulf News 1h

AD Ports expands UAE trade routes to keep goods moving during Hormuz disruption

Dubai: AD Ports Group expanded alternative sea, road, rail, and air cargo routes across the UAE during the second quarter of 2026 to keep goods moving amid disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, including critical shipments such as food and pharmaceuticals. Sign up for our daily business newslett»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Ukraine Attempts to Shift Confrontation With Russia to Africa — Expert

Ukraine is seeking to recruit militants for use against Russia in Mali, while simultaneously creating new flashpoints to weaken Russian influence in Africa and open a new front beyond Ukrainian territory, Libyan military expert Muhammad al-Tarhuni told Sputnik. "The goal is becoming clear: to move »»»

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Novinite 2h

Bulgaria’s Security Gaps Exposed by Explosions and Drones

Former Defense Minister Boyko Noev has warned that Bulgaria has systematically underestimated the threat to its security since Russia’s annexation of Crimea and the start of the war in Ukraine, arguing that the country remains poorly prepared to defend its airspace against low-flying drones and has»»»

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Sputnik 2h

Iran War Proves US Air Defenses Inefficient Against Modern Threats

Arab states using US air defenses against Iranian drones is "shooting sparrows with cannons" as the interceptor missiles are very costly, experts of the Center for Analysis of World Arms Trade (CAWAT) say in an analytical article. "Combat experience shows that the modern air offensive strategy is a»»»

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Novinite 2h

Bulgaria: 18 Detained in Plovdiv Over Suspected Neo-Nazi Group TiesOpinions

Eighteen people have been detained in Plovdiv as part of a joint operation by Bulgaria’s State Agency for National Security (DANS) and police targeting a group allegedly linked to the international neo-Nazi organization Blood & Honour. Police said objects and symbols associated with ideologies »»»

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The Peninsula 3h

Al Sadd beat Mouloudia to retain Al Ahrar Cup

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Stars League champions Al Sadd retained the Al Ahrar Cup after defeating Algeria’s Mouloudia 2-0 at Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium yesterday. The friendly match, organised by Al Sadd as part of their preparations for the new season, was held for the second consecutive year. Al Sadd als»»»

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The Peninsula 3h

From football to basketball, Al Janoub Arena enters new era

Doha, Qatar: The story of Al Janoub Stadium is entering a new chapter. On August 27, the iconic venue will officially open its doors to basketball as Al Janoub Arena hosts Qatar’s clash with China in the fourth window of the Asian qualifiers for the FIBA Basketball World Cup Qatar 2027. More than a»»»

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Arabfinance 4h

Vantage: Bridging Data, Innovation, and Investment in Egypt’s Real Estate Market Arab Finance For Information Technology

Arab Finance: Egypt's real estate market has remained resilient despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, with inflation, currency movements, and rising construction costs continuing to reshape property prices and buyer behavior. Official and industry data point to sustained price pressures:»»»

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Sputnik 5h

Iran Demands Compensation, End to US Blockade Before Hormuz Reopens — MFA Spox

Restoring full security and normal commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz depends on the US ending its naval blockade, unlawful actions, interference and threats, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said, Press TV reported. Baghaei said the current insecurity in the strait i»»»

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Gulf News 6h

Artful founders Samar and Angela on why 'play has no age'

Creativity has always been at the core of Artful founders Samar Stradi and Angela Arnaout's work. They met while working in advertising approximately 15 years ago. A shared vision and goal to spend more time with their families eventually led them to create Artful, play experiences for all ages. Af»»»

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The Budapest Times 6h

Government sinks barges in Danube to protect nuclear plant output

The controlled sinking of the barges has begun, and water levels at the pumping station have already risen by one centimetre, while a continuous drop in water levels continues to be recorded in the main channel of the Danube — the Prime Minister announced on Saturday morning in Paks, at a press con»»»

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Gulf News 6h

How Ain Gold Wallet makes gold and silver ownership accessible to everyone

Owning gold has always been seen as a smart way to build long-term value, but many people believe they need a large amount of money to get started. Ain Gold Wallet is changing that by making gold and silver ownership affordable, convenient, and accessible to everyone in the UAE. The digital platfor»»»

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Arab News 7h

Iran war stretches US Navy as last aircraft carrier leaves Asia

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump’s war against Iran is stretching the limits of US aircraft carriers and leaving the western Pacific without one of the key American warships as China shows more signs of aggression. The USS George Washington is departing the Pacific and expected to replace the USS»»»

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Gulf News 9h

Airfares are high — here are the airline deals UAE travellers can use

Dubai: Airfares can take a big bite out of the summer travel budget, but paying a high fare does not necessarily mean getting less for your money. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances.UAE travellers can look at student discounts, promotional fares, free date changes, travel»»»

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Ya Libnan 9h

Israeli strikes kill 11 in southern Lebanon, Hezbollah threatens to retaliate – Ya Libnan

Share: A man reacts on the rubble of a destroyed home that was hit by an Israeli airstrike in Ansar village, southern Lebanon, on Aug. 15, 2026. Photo by Mohammed Zaatari/AP Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon killed at least 11 people Saturday, some of the deadliest since deals in June eased ho»»»

Arab News 12h

Iran war a boon for China’s e-trucks, fuelling export surge

BEIJING: China's exports of electric trucks to other Asian countries have spiked, adding to a surge in domestic sales ​as higher fuel costs as a result of the Iran war accelerate regional electrification. China’s rapid adoption of e-trucks — from lighter vehicles to tractor-trailers — has partially»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

Grind Basketball Team triumphs at World Youth Championship in Singapore

Darlene Regis DOHA The Grind Basketball Team has put Qatar on the international youth basketball map, clinching first place in the U12 Division at the World Youth Championship 2026 in Singapore from August 6 to 9. The Qatar-UAE squad battled through a highly competitive international field featurin»»»

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Qatar Tribune 12h

QNL strengthens Arab library presence at IFLA WLIC 2026 in South Korea

Tribune News Network Doha Qatar National Library (QNL) participated with a high-level delegation of experts in the 90th IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) 2026 in Busan, South Korea, where several of its senior officials led panel discussions showcasing the library’s pioneering effo»»»

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BNE 13h

Ukraine adds a cyberattack to its drone campaign against Russia's Wildberries

Ukraine has spent a month setting fire to Wildberries warehouses. Last week it went after the checkout instead. Cyber specialists from Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate, the HUR, attacked the digital infrastructure of Russia's biggest e-commerce company on August 10-11, knocking out its main »»»

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Arab News 13h

Gaza hospitals, patients at risk amid oxygen shortage, health ministry warns

GAZA: Gaza’s oxygen supply is nearing collapse after 22 of the enclave’s 34 oxygen stations went out of service, leaving hospitals and patients receiving treatment at home increasingly vulnerable, the Palestinian Health Ministry warned on Saturday. Only 12 oxygen stations remain operational, and th»»»

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Arab News 13h

Salah’s Trabzonspor debut ends in draw after Kasimpasa fight back

ISTANBUL: ‌Mohamed Salah made his competitive debut for Trabzonspor on Saturday, coming off the bench in their Turkish Super Lig opener as Kasimpasa rallied from a goal down to secure a 1-1 draw. Trabzonspor took the lead in the first half through Noah Saviolo ‌before Kasimpasa’s ‌Adrian Benedyczak»»»

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Arab News 13h

Al-Nassr make winning start under Ange Postecoglou with 3-0 victory over Al-Fateh

RIYADH: Al-Nassr fans may have felt a sense of deja vu when the starting lineup was announced for their first 2026/27 Saudi Pro League fixture against Al-Fateh. With Samu Costa on the bench, the starting XI was a carbon copy of last season’s best eleven, with Cristiano Ronaldo the only absentee aft»»»

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Arab News 13h

World Cup winner Ferran Torres signs for PSG from Barcelona

PARIS: Spain international Ferran Torres, who scored the only goal in last month’s World Cup final, signed for reigning European champions Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona on Saturday. The 26-year-old forward cost the Ligue 1 title-holders a reported 50 million euros ($58 million). “Paris Saint-G»»»

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Arab News 14h

Palestinian nurse left paralyzed after Israeli settler shooting in West Bank

HEBRON, West Bank: A 27-year-old Palestinian nurse has been left permanently paralyzed after being shot by Israeli settlers near his future home outside Hebron in the occupied West Bank, according to the Palestinian Nursing and Midwifery Association. Mohammed Nabil Al-Mutawwar, an intensive care nu»»»

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Arab News 14h

900 Israeli checkpoints and roadblocks delaying West Bank aid delivery, UN says

RAMALLAH: UN humanitarian partners have warned that aid operations in the occupied West Bank are facing delays and restrictions due to a network of more than 900 “physical obstacles” imposed by Israeli occupation authorities, including checkpoints, gates, roadblocks and other access restrictions. T»»»

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Arab News 15h

Lebanese sports journalist urges Man United to condemn Israeli strike that killed two club fans

BEIRUT: A Lebanese sports journalist has urged Manchester United to condemn an Israeli strike that killed a family of five in southern Lebanon, including two children who were wearing the English club’s jerseys. Renowned journalist Rawad Mezher condemned the attack in a video shared on social media»»»

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RT 17h

Infectious diseases spread in migrant-packed Ceuta

Cases of infectious disease, including gastroenteritis, have been reported among migrants in Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta since the mass influx from neighboring Morocco occurred in late July. Spain’s National Institute for Health Management (INGESA) confirmed that gastroenteritis has brok»»»

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France24 17h

'We're seeing an important escalation in southern Lebanon despite the so-called truce'

Overnight Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon killed at least seven people in one village, in the deadliest escalation since the lull in fighting began two months ago. FRANCE 24 correspondent Renée Davis, reporting from Beirut, says the strikes mark a significant escalation despite the so-called tr»»»

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Arab News 18h

Israeli settlers attack crews restoring water and electricity to besieged Qusra homes; 4 workers detained

QUSRA, West Bank: Israeli settlers attacked municipal crews attempting to restore water and electricity to three besieged Palestinian homes in the West Bank village of Qusra on Saturday, while Israeli forces detained four workers, according to the village’s mayor, Abdul Azim Wadi. The crews were di»»»

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RT 19h

Netanyahu calls UK ‘Islamic Republic of Britain’ amid tensions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described the UK as the “Islamic Republic of Britain,” as the country’s new Labour government weighs taking measures against Israel.Speaking on an Israeli Army Radio podcast on Friday, Netanyahu criticized the British media’s coverage of Israel, while c»»»

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Al Manar 19h

Hezbollah: Israeli Occupation’s Continued Attacks on Lebanon Will Be Met With an Appropriate Response - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Hezbollah: Israeli Occupation’s Continued Attacks on Lebanon Will Be Met With an Appropriate Response 15-08-2026 18:14 PM Hezbollah Stateme»»»

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Arab News 19h

Exhausted health workers in Congo struggle to keep up as Ebola outpaces contact tracing

NIZI, Congo: Every day, community health worker Gédéon Banga Ngbape and his team fan out across communities in eastern Congo looking for people who may have crossed paths with the country’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history. The workers investigate dozens of alerts, search for those exposed»»»

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Warsaw Business Journal 20h

Polish army grows to around 220,000 soldiers

Poland’s armed forces now have more than 220,000 active-duty personnel, according to the Defense Ministry. About 75% are professional soldiers, more than 17% serve in the Territorial Defense Forces, and the remainder are mainly voluntary basic-service troops and active reservists. The government’s »»»

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Arab News 21h

Bangladesh seeks Omani partnership to develop AI, biotech sectors

DHAKA: Bangladesh is in talks with Oman to deepen cooperation in research and advanced technology, including artificial intelligence and biotech, as Dhaka seeks partners to help expand its strategic industries. With more than 40,000 graduates from science, technology, engineering and mathematics ev»»»

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Arab News 21h

India’s Modi says armed Maoists are fading, but warns threat remains from ideological supporters

NEW DELHI: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that India’s decades-long Maoist insurgency was nearing its end but warned that the country now faced a new battle against what he called “dimagi Naxals,” or people who align with the movement’s ideology. In his address to the nation o»»»

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Al Manar 22h

‘War of Extermination’: Berri Says ‘Israel’ Scorns Peace Efforts as 9 Martyred in South Lebanon Strikes - Al-Manar TV Lebanon

Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe ‘War of Extermination’: Berri Says ‘Israel’ Scorns Peace Efforts as 9 Martyred in South Lebanon Strikes 15-08-2026 15:13 PM Lebanese Parlia»»»

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Gulf News 22h

Hungry man dies by suicide outside upscale restaurant after being denied food

Tunisia: A man in his 50s has died by suicide outside a restaurant in the affluent coastal district of La Marsa after reportedly asking for food and being turned away, in an incident that has sparked widespread anger across Tunisia. According to accounts of the incident, the man approached the rest»»»

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France24 22h

'Suffocating restrictions' shadow five years of Taliban rule in Afghanistan

Five years after seizing Kabul and returning to power, the Taliban is celebrating what it calls a more secure and "free" Afghanistan. But its anniversary comes amid mounting criticism over sweeping restrictions on women and girls, economic hardship and continued international isolation. The Taliban»»»

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Gulf News 22h

Watch: Three Indian expats in UAE fly Indian flag at 13,000ft in historic Guinness World Records skydive

Dubai: Three Indian expats based in the UAE have made their homeland proud, jumping out of an aircraft at 13,000 feet with the Indian tricolour to help set a new Guinness World Record for the most skydivers jumping together with national flags from a single aircraft. Jamsheer Thanalot from Kannur, »»»

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Novinite 23h

Bulgaria Maps Out Foreign Policy Goals and Priorites Through 2030

The foreign policy program of the government of Prime Minister Rumen Radev for 2026-2030 keeps Bulgaria’s membership in the European Union and NATO as the foundation of the country’s international policy, while calling for a more active role in both organizations and a stronger defense of national »»»

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Gulf News 23h

Heading to a match in Sharjah? Police have a message for every fan

Sharjah: Sharjah Police has highlighted its preparations to secure stadiums and sports facilities ahead of the new season, urging supporters to follow safety instructions and work with officers to ensure matches begin and end without incident. In an awareness video shared by the force, the Special »»»

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Dailynews Hungary 23h

Sinking barges are already raising the Danube at Paks before reaching the riverbed

Hungary’s emergency operation to raise the Danube’s water level near the Paks Nuclear Power Plant has produced its first encouraging result, even before the two barges being sunk in the river have reached the bottom. The two 80-metre barges were positioned across the Danube as part of the emergency»»»

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The Peninsula 1d

World Cup winner Ferran Torres signs for Paris Saint-Germain

Paris: Spanish international Ferran Torres, who scored the only goal in last month's World Cup final, signed for two-time Champions League winners Paris Saint Germain from Barcelona on Saturday. The 26-year-old striker cost the Ligue 1 champions a reported 50 million euros ($58 million). "Paris Sai»»»

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RT 15.08. 10:41

Vance warns US economic woes are fueling socialism’s appeal

The US Republican Party must address the economic pressures facing Americans or risk driving more young people toward socialism, Vice President J.D. Vance has said. Vance made the remarks in an interview with Fox News on Thursday, pointing to the cost of housing and education, access to well-paid j»»»

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The Peninsula 15.08. 10:14

U.S. regulators upgrade recall of 19million eggs to highest risk level

Los Angeles: U.S. Food Safety regulators have upgraded a recall of about 19 million eggs to its highest risk category over potential salmonella contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday classified the recall that started last month as Class I, its highest recall classi»»»

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