WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that no maritime fees would be permitted in the Strait of Hormuz during the current 60-day ceasefire period, warning that the United States could impose its own tolls afterward if a final agreement is not reached. “There will be no tolls … unless they are imposed by and for the United States of America,” Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social. The warning came after Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters announced that the strategic waterway would be closed, citing what it described as US failures to fulfill commitments and…
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ATLANTA — Atlanta Stadium witnessed a strong turnout of Saudi fans ahead of Sunday’s match between Saudi Arabia and Spain in the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Draped in national team flags, Saudi supporters gathered in large numbers around the stadium before marching in rallies and chanting national songs on their way to the official FIFA fan zone. The supporters included fans who had traveled from the Kingdom, as well as Saudi scholarship students and residents across the United States. The Saudi Press Agency spoke with several fans in attendance, including Khalid Habash, who said the rallies…
Rain could return to parts of the UAE this week, with the official forecast pointing to a chance of convective cloud formation over eastern areas from Tuesday to Thursday. The forecast comes days after parts of the country, particularly the Eastern Region, witnessed rainfall, bringing relief from the summer heat. Videos shared by Storm Centre showed rain sweeping across Khor Fakkan’s mountainous areas, where natural waterfalls were triggered as the downpour revived streams across the hills. Temperatures in the UAE have been inching towards the 50°C mark, with Saturday, June 20, recording a high of 49.4°C in Sweihan, Al Ain.…
BURGENSTOCK, Switzerland — US and Iranian delegations arrived in Switzerland on Sunday for technical negotiations under the memorandum of understanding signed earlier this week to end the Middle East conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The talks in Burgenstock are being led by US Vice President JD Vance and, on the Iranian side, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, with Pakistan serving as mediator. Before departing on Saturday, Vance said US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff were already in Switzerland to address the “technical elements” of the negotiations. Vance, who arrived at Emmen Air…
DUBAI, 21st June May, 2026 (WAM) — The Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with a technical mission from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), hosted a specialised workshop in Dubai on Government Finance Statistics (GFS) and Public Sector Debt Statistics (PSDS). This joint initiative aims to reinforce institutional and technical capabilities in compiling and disseminating government financial data in line with international standards, while supporting the UAE’s efforts to advance its financial statistics system, enhance data quality, and promote greater integration across key macroeconomic statistics. Saeed Rashid Al Yateem, Assistant Under-Secretary for Government Budget and Revenue Sector at the Ministry of…
JEDDAH — Extreme heat is forecast to persist across the Madinah Region from Sunday through Wednesday, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM). From June 21-24 (6–9 Muharram), temperatures of 45-47°C are expected to affect several parts of the region, including coastal areas. The center urged the public to follow guidance issued by relevant authorities, monitor weather updates and developments on its website and the “Anwaa” application, and adhere to preventive measures during periods of elevated temperatures. Source: Saudi Gazette
ATLANTA — Minister of Sport Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Faisal attended the Saudi national team’s final training session ahead of its World Cup match against Spain. The session, held in Atlanta, was conducted under the supervision of head coach Georgios Donis as the Green Falcons completed their preparations for the highly anticipated encounter. Source: Saudi Gazette
DUBAI, 21st June May, 2026 (WAM) — Dubai Chambers has discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in the food and agricultural industries between Dubai and Ontario, Canada, during a meeting in Toronto with the Trevor Jones, Ontario’s Minister of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. As Canada’s largest provincial economy, Ontario represents an important partner for expanding cooperation, supporting business growth, and strengthening mutual investment. The meeting was attended by Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansoori, Chairman of Dubai Chambers, and Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers. The discussions focused on ways to strengthen cooperation across areas of shared interest,…
Wissam Serdoun’s perfume business was born out of a need to cope with her mother’s breast cancer diagnosis. The French-Algerian business owner needed an outlet to cope with the fact, so she began creating perfumes without intending to sell them. “I was alone here in Dubai,” she said. “So I decided to create something as a therapy,” adding that for her, it was a way to escape reality, especially since she was away from her family. After experimenting with friends and family, she further developed her business. “We wanted some products that are strong enough for people who do chemotherapy,”…
Bus journey times in Dubai are expected to be reduced by up to 59 per cent on select routes as work progresses on the city’s dedicated bus and taxi lanes project. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed 30 per cent of the 14.5km expansion, which is being implemented across six key streets and will raise Dubai’s dedicated bus lane network to 20.6km once complete. The project covers Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street, 2nd December Street, Al Satwa Street, Al Nahda Street, Omar Bin Al Khattab Street and Naif Street. According to RTA, the expansion…