US President Donald Trump will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Tuesday for the first time since US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February triggered new regional conflict in the Middle East. Both leaders are expected to downplay their frayed ties afte»»»

Benjamin Netanyahu is set to visit the White House once again on July 28. But the Israeli Prime Minister is likely to get a cooler welcome in Washington than on previous trips. The US's full-scale air war on Iran - which Netanyahu reportedly had a major role in convincing Donald Trump to launch - h»»»

Geopolitical shocks, climate change and rising food costs are reshaping food security across Europe and Central Asia, leaving tens of millions unable to afford a healthy diet even as the region remains one of the world's most food-secure, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said. The fin»»»

Russia’s war on Ukraine is entering a new phase in which the odds of escalation are rising even without any single dramatic turning point, Tatiana Stanovaya, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, wrote in a Carnegie Politika commentary published on July 27. Stanovaya’s central clai»»»

1 of 2 | Journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci written in January 2020 say Wuhan, China was not the source of the COVID-19 virus but may have amplified it. File Pool photo by Greg Nash/UPI | License Photo July 28 (UPI) -- Journal entries from Dr. Anthony Fauci written in January 2020 say Wuhan, Ch»»»

Frankfurt, Germany: An American Ebola patient transferred to Germany for treatment last month has made a recovery, Frankfurt's university hospital said Tuesday. The man, previously identified by the World Health Organisation as a humanitarian worker who had been at the epicentre of the outbreak in »»»

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has emerged as an influential player in carbon markets through its Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Co., the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday. The company runs a regulated marketplace in which public and private entities can buy and sell certified carbon credits. Such car»»»

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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Tadawul All Share Index slipped on Tuesday, losing 91.01 points, or 0.85 percent, to close at 10,678.11. The total trading turnover of the benchmark index was SR3.83 billion ($1.02 billion), with 52 stocks advancing and 210 declining. Similarly, the Kingdom’s parallel market »»»

KUALA LUMPUR: Rights group Amnesty International voiced concern on Tuesday after Malaysian police detained more than 100 Rohingya asylum seekers at a UN facility in Kuala Lumpur. The group had traveled by bus to the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) compound in the capital early Monday, aft»»»

RIYADH: Bigo Live, the global social livestreaming platform, is bringing the Esports World Cup 2026 closer to gaming communities in the Middle East and North Africa region through its role as an official content partner. With tournament action already underway, fans can access tournament livestream»»»

Beijing: Relatives of Chinese passengers of Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which went missing 12 years ago in one of aviation's greatest enduring mysteries, showed up at a Beijing court on Tuesday to demand answers. The court began hearing their appeal against an earlier ruling to order compensati»»»

Yemen's government on Monday issued a warning to the Houthi rebels after they stepped up recent attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure and imposed a maritime blockade, raising fears that the Iran-backed group's campaign could open a new front in the wider regional conflict and threaten shipping throug»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Attorney General ordered investigation into the forgery of official documents and damage to public funds. The Public Prosecution, in a statement on Tuesday, July 28, announced that it has begun investigating the case based on a report received from the Ministry of Interior against »»»

BELGRADE - Pursuant to a decision by the Football Association of Serbia (FSS) Executive Board, FSS Secretary General Branko Radujko has signed a contract with renowned former Belgian international football referee Frank De Bleeckere, who will be presiding over the FSS Refereeing Commission in the n»»»

There was a time when holidays began the moment we stepped out of our front door. The destination mattered, of course, but the journey held equal magic. We wandered into unfamiliar streets with curiosity rather than Google Maps, stumbled upon quaint cafes without consulting ratings, and discovered »»»

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of “fomenting hate” following the mayor’s call for his arrest in relation to the war in Gaza. The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yo»»»

Employees of the state-owned commercial corporation BulBio organized a rally again on Tuesday to protest the company's poor management, which they allege is the reason for the company's financial loss at the end of 2025 and the lack of vision for the company's future development. The protesters dem»»»

New Delhi: India's government proposed on Tuesday longer jail terms and heftier fines for examination paper leaks, seeking to restore confidence after youth-led protests focused on education reforms rocked the country. Under the proposed legal change submitted to parliament, the maximum prison term»»»

Geopolitical shocks, climate change and rising food costs are reshaping food security across Europe and Central Asia, leaving tens of millions unable to afford a healthy diet even as the region remains one of the world's most food-secure, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said. The fin»»»

Geopolitical shocks, climate change and rising food costs are reshaping food security across Europe and Central Asia, leaving tens of millions unable to afford a healthy diet even as the region remains one of the world's most food-secure, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) said. The fin»»»

NAIROBI: Uganda’s health minister declared the country Ebola-free on Tuesday following the East African nation’s latest outbreak of the viral hemorrhagic disease that infected 20 people and killed two of them. Uganda has suffered multiple outbreaks of Ebola since 2000, when it recorded its first ep»»»

The Antimonopoly Regulation Service of Kyrgyzstan and companies selling petroleum products through gas stations have entered into an agreement on setting prices for socially significant petroleum products. According to the agency, the main goal of the agreement is to ensure a stable supply of AI 92»»»

Romanian travellers are becoming less interested in standard packages and exhaustive sightseeing lists, and more focused on journeys that match their interests, pace, and personal circumstances. This shift is already visible in Free Spirit Travel’s portfolio, where fully personalised holidays now a»»»

India’s government on Tuesday proposed tougher punishments for examination paper leaks, including longer prison terms and higher fines, in a bid to restore confidence in the country’s education system after youth-led protests. Under the proposed legal amendments submitted to parliament, the maximum»»»

One-time gene replacement therapy expands access to precision treatment for eligible children, adolescents, and adults living with spinal muscular atrophy Doha, Qatar: Sidra Medicine, a member of Qatar Foundation, has become the first hospital in Qatar to administer Itvisma™ (onasemnogene abeparvov»»»

GlobalizationMiddle EastAs US-Iran war rages, who's risking the Strait of Hormuz?Gianna-Carina Grün | Farah BahgatThough Iran continues to attack vessels as leverage in its war with the United States, data show that several shippers continue to transit the waterway. https://p.dw.com/p/5HpPSNot as p»»»

Egypt ranked first in Africa for attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) for the fourth consecutive year, recording inflows of $15.5 billion, while also placing second among Arab countries, reflecting investors’ confidence in the Egyptian economy and the country’s economic reform program, Minist»»»

The market capitalisation of the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB), including the Regulated Market and the Multilateral Trading System (MTS), exceeded EUR 100 billion (RON 537.7 billion) for the first time at the end of 2025, with growth continuing into 2026, according to the ninth edition of PwC Roma»»»

RIYADH: Mobile Telecommunication Co. Saudi Arabia, also known as Zain KSA, reported a net profit of SR405 million ($108.06 million) in the first half of this year, representing an 84.09 percent rise compared to the same period in 2025. In a Tadawul statement, the company attributed the rise to a 3 »»»

Companies are increasingly using operational efficiency as the primary source of funding for investments in digital transformation and artificial intelligence, moving beyond its traditional role in managing economic uncertainty and financial discipline, according to the 2026 edition of Horváth’s Cx»»»

Tuesday's media coverage is dominated by the emerging presidential race, with President Iliana Iotova's candidacy continuing to generate political reactions and speculation about possible endorsements. Other leading stories include the investigation into the death of businessman Vladimir Yankov in »»»

First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Daniyar Amangeldiev commented on the increase in fuel prices in Kyrgyzstan. According to him, the rise in retail prices is linked to an increase in the purchase price of fuel. «Purchase prices,» Amangeldiev said in response to a question from 24.kg »»»

Riyadh: From playing football with boys in schoolyards to pursuing her dream of leading Saudi Arabia to its first FIFA Women’s World Cup, Seba Tawfiq has emerged as one of the faces of a generation transforming women’s football in the Kingdom. A professional footballer whose journey has mirrored th»»»

 A three-member household in Bulgaria now needs a net monthly income of €1,491 to meet basic living expenses, while a single working adult requires €828, according to new data released by the Confederation of Independent Trade Unions in Bulgaria (CITUB) for the second quarter of 2026. The figu»»»

The Continue the Change party tabled two bills to amend the Pre-school and School Education Act, relating to virtue education and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools, the party's press service reported on Tuesday. The bills were finalized following discussions with a range of experts»»»

Afghanistan’s ruling Taliban are facing a challenge from at least four different armed groups in the country’s northeastern Badakhshan Province. Two have attacked Taliban positions in the province since mid-July. The Taliban claim at least one of the groups is supported by Pakistan, but the conflic»»»

Nearly 500,000 people were tested for viral hepatitis in Kyrgyzstan in the first half of 2026. These data were presented at a press conference by employees of the Republican Center for the Control of Hemocontact Viral Hepatitis and HIV. Of these, more than 235,000 people were tested for viral hepat»»»

The U.S. State Department confirmed Monday that the next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon will be held in Rome on August 4 through 6, as Israel prepares to withdraw from two "pilot zones" in southern Lebanon. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani first announced the next round of US-medi»»»

Four Siemens trains will enter service when a 3-kilometre extension of Sofia Metro's Line 3 beneath Gen. Vladimir Vazov Boulevard opens, Sofia Municipality said on Tuesday. Mayor Vasil Terziev inspected the newly completed section ahead of the state acceptance commission's inspection. The eastward »»»

Doha, Qatar: Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar (CMU-Q) have discovered a genetic molecule that could provide new approaches to treating certain types of breast cancer. CMU-Q is a Qatar Foundation partner university. The discovery is the result of a multi-year collaborative effort l»»»

The German government has pledged tougher security laws following a deadly vehicle and machete attack blamed on a known jihadist militant near Berlin's Pride parade. The attacker on Saturday ploughed a rented minivan into a crowd before slashing away at people with a machete, killing a 65-year-old »»»

Bulgaria's Golden Sands Resort will host the Senior Leadership Team Meeting of TUI Group, one of the world's leading tour operators, from September 24 to 26, the Tourism Ministry reported Tuesday. A total of 155 TUI senior managers are expected to attend. Tourism Minister Ilin Dimitrov held an onli»»»

Doha, Qatar: The 2026-27 Qatar Stars League (QSL) season is set to unveil a fresh chapter, with clubs finalizing their coaching line-ups and intensifying pre-season preparations ahead of the August 20 kick-off. While most clubs have opted for continuity by retaining their head coaches, three teams »»»

The EU is considering abandoning its practice of bundling Russia sanctions into large, all-or-nothing packages in favour of smaller, thematic ones, the Financial Times reported, after Greece’s veto delayed the bloc’s 21st sanctions package and left it weaker than before. The sanctions are becoming »»»

Young Romanians (78% of Generation Z representatives and 85% of Millennials) said they cannot afford to own a home, significantly above the global averages of 51% and 40%, respectively, a challenge that is substantially shaping their career path, according to Deloitte Global Gen Z and Millennial Su»»»

Haiti's electoral council has scheduled the country's first presidential election in a decade for December 13, with a runoff planned for late February, after postponing an earlier timetable due to security fears. The vote remains contingent on improved security and funding, as widespread gang viole»»»

In the village of Szalonna, in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén county, two large Slovak Roma families living in deep poverty have appeared seemingly out of nowhere. According to local rumour, the mayor of Košice purchased houses for them in order to “be rid” of the families and proceed with demolishing a near»»»

Food-related health warnings have become increasingly frequent in recent years, to the point where maintaining a diet free of contaminants can seem almost impossible. So what’s the best way to limit your exposure, and will there ever be a way to fully remove these harmful pollutants from our blood?»»»

Johnson & Johnson said Monday that it has reached a proposed $5.5 billion settlement to resolve lawsuits alleging its talcum-based baby powder caused ovarian cancer. File Photo by Dan Peled/EPA July 28 (UPI) -- U.S. healtcare giant Johnson & Johnson said it has reached a proposed $5.5 billion settl»»»