Ramallah: The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates welcomed the joint statement issued by the Foreign Ministers of Qatar, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Turkiye, Indonesia, and Pakistan. In the statement, they voiced deep concern over Israeli remarks regarding the opening »»»

On Dec. 6, 1969, the Altamont Speedway Free Festival was held in Northern California. 1 of 4 | A crowd of rock fans, estimated at 300,000 to 500,000, gathered at Altamont Speedway for a rock concert by the Rolling Stones and other musical groups on December 6, 1969. UPI File Photo Dec. 6 (UPI) -- O»»»

Ottawa. Dec.6 (SANA) Canada welcomed the positive steps taken by the Syrian government toward a peaceful transition, affirming its support for the Syrian people in their pursuit of an inclusive and stable future. “Canada welcomes the positive steps taken by the Syrian government since the fall of t»»»

Interview by Yusuf Al-Tatan KUWAIT, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- Mongoliaآ’s Ambassador to Kuwait Sergelen Purev affirmed Saturday that bilateral relations have witnessed remarkable development over the past five decades, as both sides commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties thi»»»

Egypt and Russia discussed developments in Sudan, Syria, Lebanon and Gaza on Friday during a phone call between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov, in the latest round of ongoing coordination and consultations between the two countries on bilateral ti»»»

Paris, France: The third film in the Avatar series, which will hit cinemas this month, is hoping to extend the success of one of the highest-grossing franchises in history with another environment-themed visual thriller. "Avatar: Fire and Ash", directed by James Cameron 16 years after he first enth»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, presented the Doha Forum Award to Alex Thier and Saad Mohseni in recognition of their 'transformative' work in challenging environments such as Palestine and Afghanistan, where they have worked to provide access to education for children. Th»»»

Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council chief Rashad al-Alimi warned on Friday that unilateral actions and internal disputes within government-controlled areas risk undermining state sovereignty and strengthening the Iran-backed Houthi group. Al-Alimi made the remarks before leaving the interim capi»»»

Port authorities in Aegina have launched a preliminary investigation after the body of an 82-year-old man was recovered from the sea. The man’s body was found off a beach opposite the Panagitsa church in the town. An autopsy is to be performed at the Piraeus forensic service.»»»

Bulgaria was among the European Union countries hardest hit by forest fires in 2024, according to the Joint Research Centre’s latest report. The data highlights a continuing trend of longer and more severe fire seasons across Europe, with large-scale fires increasing each year since 2017. In 2024, »»»

Dubai Police have warned motorists travelling towards Sharjah to exercise caution following a traffic accident on Emirates Road that has led to heavy congestion. Authorities advised drivers to reduce speed, maintain safe distances, and follow police instructions to ensure smooth traffic flow. Commu»»»

A micro artist said he has beaten his own world record by creating the smallest handmade sculpture ever. David A Lindon, from Bournemouth, Dorset, says his latest sculpture, The Yellow Smiley Face, is “invisible to the human eye,” with measurements of only 11.037 by 12.330 microns, according to BBC»»»

Tehran has carried out large-scale naval and missile drills in the Sea of Oman, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Persian Gulf, Iranian media reported on Friday. The exercises come months after Israel and the US struck Iranian nuclear facilities during a 12-day conflict in June. The two-day drills star»»»

A lifestyle app backed by Sarah Ferguson received more than £1m of taxpayers' money but collapsed without ever launching a product, according to documents filed this week. vVoosh was founded by Manuel Fernandez, a close friend of Ms Ferguson, who once described herself as an "ambassador" for the co»»»

According to latest monthly data published last Thursday (4 November) by the Central Bank of Libya (CBL) covering the period from 1 January to 30 November 2025, e-banking showed significant growth in Libya. This growth comes with the background of the (relatively) newly installed CBL Governor Naji »»»

Sydney, Australia: Dozens of bushfires burned along Australia's eastern seaboard on Saturday, destroying several houses as a blistering heatwave set in. More than 50 bushfires were burning in New South Wales on Saturday afternoon, the state's Rural Fire Service said, although the vast majority were»»»

In Bulgaria, December 6 is celebrated as Saint Nicholas Day, or Nikulden (Никулден), a holiday that blends religious devotion, folk tradition, and social celebration. For Bulgarians, the day is both a feast and a name day, honoring Saint Nicholas as the protector of sailors, fishermen, traders, ban»»»

WASHINGTON, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- Canada has removed Syria from its list of states that sponsor terrorism, as well as Hay'at Tahrir Al-Sham from its list of terrorist groups, joining several countries, mainly the U.S., in easing sanctions on Damascus."These measures are in line with recent decisions take»»»

WASHINGTON, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela of Peru met late Friday to discuss ongoing efforts to fight transnational criminal organizations and strengthen security.During the meeting, Secretary Rubio reaffirmed the United States commitment to p»»»

KUWAIT, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- The price of Kuwaiti oil went up by 35 cents to USD 63.04 per barrel (pb) on Friday, compared to USD 62.69 pb the earlier day, said Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Saturday.In global markets, Brent crude and the West Texas Intermediate rose by 49 cents and 41 cents to »»»

The Central Bank of Libya announces last Thursday (4 November) that revenues from the beginning of the year until the end of November 2025 reached 115.3 billion dinars, while expenditures amounted to 107.5 billion dinars, resulting in a LD 7.9 billion surplus. Salaries accounted for the largest sha»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Amir HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a cable of congratulations to President of the Republic of Finland HE Alexander Stubb on the anniversary of his country's Independence Day.»»»

Dubai: The 31st Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) kicked off on Friday, launching a 38-day celebration that promises big deals, world-class entertainment and a packed calendar of events across the city. Running until January 11, 2026, the festival is set to turn Dubai into a lively playground of shoppi»»»

Damascus, Dec.6 (SANA) Ambassador of South Korea to Lebanon, Gyusuk Geon, affirmed that the first Syrian–Korean Business Forum held in Damascus was an important step toward strengthening economic cooperation between the two countries. The forum brought together business leaders, investors, and gove»»»

WASHINGTON, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- The United States and Ukraine held a new round of diplomatic talks to put an end to the four-year war in Ukraine late Friday."Over two days, Special Envoy for Peace Steven Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Ukrainian Secretary of National Security and Defense Council Rus»»»

Media outlets aligned with Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have accused former president Hassan Rouhani and his associates of “doing Israel a service,” escalating a political backlash triggered by Rouhani’s recent criticism of Iran’s ability to defend its airspace if last June’s 12-day war with Israel »»»

The Ministry of Finance published the new draft state budget for 2026 and the Updated Medium-Term Budget Forecast for 2026-2028 on its official website late on Friday, hours after trade unions, businesses, and the government reached agreement on the main parametres of the draft. The initial draft b»»»

During his visit to India on December 4-5, Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed his country’s friendship with New Delhi, calling it an important partner and placing it on the same level as China, which he had visited in September. The China–Russia–India partnership model illustrates a collec»»»

Washington, United States: US President Donald Trump became the first ever recipient of FIFA's new peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw Friday -- a compensation gift for a leader who still dreams of winning the Nobel. Gianni Infantino, the head of world football's governing body and a close ally »»»

Residents in a Thessaly village have been urged to evacuate their homes after a nearby river burst its banks, following heavy rainfall due to Storm Byron, which is expected to peter out on Saturday. The civil protection authorities issued the 112 warning to residents in the village of Ypereia, call»»»

Doha, Qatar: President of the Qatar Football Association, Jassim bin Rashid Al Buainain, emphasized the strength and competitiveness of every group following the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Draw in Washington, D.C. The Maroons learned their fate at the ceremony held at the Kennedy Center, finding the»»»

Kyrgyzstan continues to demonstrate high GDP growth rates in 2025, EEC Minister in charge of Integration and Macroeconomics Daniyar Imanaliev reported at a meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). Participants discussed the preliminary results of economic development in the Union countrie»»»

Hearings in absentia could be possible for Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to the deputy prosecutor for the International Criminal Court on Friday. Both leaders have been issued arrest warrants by the international tribunal. It would be»»»

Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory have resulted in over 1,000 children injured and 237 fatalities since the beginning of the special military operation, Russian Foreign Ministry Ambassador-at-Large on the Kiev Regime's War Crimes Rodion Miroshnik told Sputnik. "Since the start of the special m»»»

Doha, Qatar: Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi affirmed that the State of Qatar has firmly established itself as a diplomatic force with a remarkable ability to open lines of communication and address complex global issues, thro»»»

From roaring cricket stadiums to the sweet allure of Dubai Chocolate, 2025 revealed what captured the UAE’s attention online. Google’s Year in Search shows a fascinating mix of passions — sports, AI, movies, gadgets, and indulgent treats — that dominated search queries across the nation. Also Read:»»»

KUWAIT, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah sent on Saturday a cable of congratulations to President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb on the occasion of his country's Independence Day.In the cable, His Highness the Amir wished the President Stubb»»»

KUWAIT, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah sent Saturday a cable of congratulations to President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb on the occasion of his country's Independence Day. (pickup previous) mt»»»

Yurt restaurant was opened in Hong Kong in early December. The founding team is from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. The Kazakh portal Kursiv.media reports. The restaurant’s signature dish is beshbarmak. According to the chefs, Yurt will offer both tasting menus and à la carte dishes, allow»»»

On December 5, World Soil Day, a scientific-practical conference was held at the Kyrgyz National Agrarian University named after Skryabin. The press service of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) reported. «Soil provides more than 95 percent of our food but faces serio»»»

KUWAIT, Dec 6 (KUNA) -- 1964 -- Kuwait Amir Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah signed a decree approving the formation of the third cabinet. It grouped 14 ministers and was headed by Sheikh Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah. 1990 -- UN General Assembly condemned the Iraqi occupation of Kuwait and blatant viol»»»

Cabinet sources said Lebanon’s three top leaders remain aligned as negotiations with Israel move into a new phase, marked by the appointment of a civilian envoy, former ambassador to Washington and lawyer Simon Karam, to lead Lebanon’s delegation to the Mechanism Committee. The move is intended to »»»

The Speaker of the Zhogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, and the Speaker of the Russian State Duma, Vyacheslav Volodin, discussed preparations for the meeting of the CSTO Parliamentary Assembly, which will be held in Moscow, in a telephone conversation. The State Duma press service reported. «»»»

The Bulgarian News Agency (BTA) is organizing a forum entitled "BG TOURISM – WINTER 2025/2026," which will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the Perelik Hotel in the resort town of Pamporovo. The discussion will be opened by BTA Director General Kiril Valchev. The forum is organized in partnership»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Municipality announced Friday that 'Al Khor and Al Thakhira Municipality' has joined the UNESCO Learning Cities Network, thus completing the membership of all Qatari municipalities in this global network. The step is considered a national achievement that enhances the c»»»

Cabinet sources said Lebanon’s three top leaders remain aligned as negotiations with Israel move into a new phase, marked by the appointment of a civilian envoy, former ambassador to Washington and lawyer Simon Karam, to lead Lebanon’s delegation to the Mechanism Committee. The move is intended to »»»

Bangkok: A few dozen early voters in Myanmar's widely criticised elections cast their ballots at the country's embassy in Bangkok on Saturday as polls opened for citizens abroad. Myanmar's junta snatched power in a 2021 coup which plunged the country into a many-sided civil war, but it promises tha»»»

Iran launched massive missiles in the Sea of Oman and near the strategic Strait of Hormuz during the second day of a naval drill, state TV reported Friday. The report said the Revolutionary Guard launched the missiles from the depth of Iran's mainland, hitting targets in the Oman Sea and neighborin»»»

In the wake of Israeli and Iranian attacks on Qatar, the leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) have pledged to deepen their nations’ integration and boost security. The pledge was made at the conclusion of the 46th Gulf Cooperation Council Summit in Manama, where security and the economy we»»»

A 58-year-old man and his 55-year-old wife were found dead in their home in Alexandroupoli, northern Greece, Friday, after relatives, unable to reach them for several days, alerted police late Thursday. Officers went to the residence and called the Fire Department to gain entry, where the couple we»»»