WASHINGTON — The United States has significantly expanded its military campaign against Iran over the past two weeks, broadening its strikes from naval and coastal defenses to military installations and critical infrastructure deeper inside the country after renewed fighting over the Strait of Hormuz. The latest campaign follows the collapse of a brief ceasefire reached in June after an interim agreement aimed at ending the conflict. Hostilities resumed when Iran launched attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a new round of U.S. military operations. Initially, U.S. forces concentrated on degrading Iran’s naval capabilities and coastal defenses…
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BUSAN, South Korea — UNESCO on Friday added the archaeological site of Sebastia in the occupied West Bank and five historic castles in southern Lebanon to its World Heritage List, despite objections from Israel, which had urged the U.N. cultural agency to reject the nominations. Meeting in the South Korean city of Busan, UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee also placed both sites on the List of World Heritage in Danger after considering the nominations under an emergency procedure because of ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Earlier this week, Israel’s Foreign Ministry called on the committee to reject the nominations, accusing…
UAE residents can expect fair weather on July 26, with low clouds appearing eastward. Temperatures are expected to decrease. It will be humid by night and Monday morning, with a probability of fog or mist formation over some coastal and internal areas. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Light to moderate winds will blow in a southeasterly to northwesterly direction. The winds will freshen at times, with a speed of 10kmph to 25kmph, reaching 35 kmph. The sea will be slight in the Arabian Gulf and in Oman Sea. Source: Khaleej Times
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump returned Friday to the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, delivering a wide-ranging speech that mixed praise for some journalists with criticism of others, jokes about public figures and quips about serving a third presidential term. Trump’s remarks, which lasted just over an hour, marked his return to the annual event after it was postponed in April following a shooting outside the original venue that prompted its cancellation. Opening his speech, Trump said he had scrapped the sharper version of the remarks he had prepared for the original dinner. “That was going to be a…
PARIS — France prepared Saturday to deploy a specially adapted A400M military cargo aircraft to drop flame retardants on a massive wildfire threatening Bordeaux, as fires across France and Spain forced more than 250,000 people from their homes this week. French authorities have ordered evacuations from parts of Bordeaux’s western suburbs and nearby towns as the fast-moving blaze in the Gironde region advanced toward the city, fueled by shifting winds, extreme heat and dry conditions. Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said the A400M aircraft would join what he described as a “long and very difficult” battle against the fire, which was…
The UAE Lottery has announced the results of its latest Lucky Day Draw on Saturday with one participant winning the Dh100,000 third prize and three others securing Dh50,000 each through the Lucky Chance raffle. The winning numbers for Lucky Day Draw were 9, 16, 20, 25, 27 and 28, while the Lucky Month Number was 6. According to results, one player matched five numbers and the Lucky Number to claim the Dh100,000 third prize. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. As many as 37 participants won Dh1,000 each in the fourth prize category,…
RIYADH — Internet speeds in Saudi Arabia increased to 216 Mbps, up from 203 Mbps the previous year, according to the fifth edition of the Saudi Internet 2025 report released by the Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST). Supported by the Kingdom’s expanding digital infrastructure, this icrease places Saudi Arabia among the top five G20 countries in this indicator. The report showed that the average monthly mobile internet data consumption per person reached 53 GB, which is approximately three times the global average. The median download speed on 5G networks reached 320 Mbps, while the median mobile internet latency was…
ABU DHABI, 25th July, 2026 (WAM) — UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), today announced the return of the Octagon to Abu Dhabi with UFC 333 at Etihad Arena on Saturday, October 24. Abu Dhabi Showdown Week returns to Yas Island this October with another unforgettable week of world-class MMA and fan experiences. With more than 20 events staged in Abu Dhabi since 2010, UFC has become a fixture on the region’s sporting calendar. Recent events have continued to reinforce Abu Dhabi’s status…
The UAE and Canada have announced the successful conclusion of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa), reflecting the strength and depth of their growing bilateral economic relationship. The Cepa is set to enhance the already significant bilateral trade, which reached approximately $4.2 billion in 2025, reflecting growth of 21 per cent compared to the previous year. Upon ratification and entry into force, the Cepa will cut tariffs, eliminate bureaucratic hurdles, and expand market access for businesses in both the UAE and Canada. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. Dr Thani bin…
RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received a phone call from his Paksitani counterpart where they emphasized the need to intensify efforts to de-escalate tensions. During the Prince’s call with Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the two ministers reviewed the latest developments in the region and stressed the importance of continuing coordination and consultation. They also emphasized containing the region’s escalation, and ensure the security and safety of maritime routes in the Arabian Gulf and the Red Sea, in a way that contributes to reaching peaceful and comprehensive solutions that…