AMMAN — Jordan will suspend the recruitment of foreign workers across most sectors of the economy starting June 1, 2026, as the kingdom seeks to expand employment opportunities for its citizens following a decline in unemployment. The decision was announced by the Ministry of Labor under directives issued by Labor Minister Khaled Al-Bakkar, according to the state-run Petra news agency. The suspension excludes the garment and textile sector, factories operating in development zones, qualified industrial zones and free zones, as well as domestic workers. The ministry said all approvals issued before the decision takes effect will remain valid. Ministry spokesperson…
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KYIV — Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky has invited the Russian president for a face-to-face meeting between himself in a renewed bid to end the war. In an open letter to Vladimir Putin, the Ukrainian president said it would be “wrong to simply wait” until the war in Europe becomes the focus of the US’s attention once more, adding peace could only come “through direct engagement between” Ukraine and Russia. He also called for a full ceasefire for the duration of proposed negotiations, something Putin ruled out earlier on Thursday. US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he thought “it would…
To enhance drivers’ experience on the road in Dubai, the emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced traffic changes in Zabeel area, as part of Al Mustaqbal Street Development Project (Trade Centre Roundabout). The updates will go into effect on Saturday, June 6, the authority clarified, urging motorists to follow directional signs and plan their journeys in advance for a seamless trip. Changes in the area will include diverting traffic coming from Zabeel Palace Street towards the Trade Centre Roundabout to Al Majlis Street. In addition to this, access from Zabeel Palace Street and Al Mustaqbal Street intersection will be…
LONDON —Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor generated an undisclosed rental income from sub-letting three cottages on the Royal Lodge estate that he leased from the Crown Estate, the public spending watchdog has revealed. The National Audit Office (NAO) report also revealed that the King pays the rent for accommodation in royal palaces for Mountbatten-Windsor’s daughters Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice, who are not working royals. Mountbatten-Windsor — known as Prince Andrew until his brother King Charles III stripped him of his titles over his links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein — lived at the Royal Lodge in Windsor for more than 20 years.…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has launched a new program to protect whistleblowers, witnesses, experts and victims, introducing a range of security measures aimed at safeguarding individuals involved in criminal and corruption-related cases. The program, established under the Law on the Protection of Whistleblowers, Witnesses, Experts and Victims, operates under the supervision of the Public Prosecutor and is managed by a committee that includes representatives from the Public Prosecution, Ministry of Interior, Presidency of State Security and the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority (Nazaha). Under implementing regulations published in the official gazette Umm Al-Qura, courts may hear witness testimony and expert opinions…
TOKYO, 5th June, 2026 (WAM) — Japan needs to rebuild between two and five ageing nuclear reactors by the 2040s and as many as 11 to 14 by the 2050s to secure a stable power supply, Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry said in a policy proposal on Friday. The proposal, outlined at a meeting on nuclear policy, reflects a shift towards greater reliance on atomic energy to help meet rising power demand and reduce costly fuel imports. The moves also come as demand for electricity is expected to rise sharply, driven by data centres for AI. Under the…
With the FIFA World Cup 2026 just around the corner, UAE residents can now place wagers on their favorite teams legally from within the country. They can do so through Play 971, the UAE’s first and only licensed sports wagering and gaming platform, regulated by the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). “Players can wager on the entire [FIFA] competition, alongside a broader range of local and international leagues and competitions available on the platform,” said Philippa Bowland, Commercial Director for iGaming at Play971. This will be the first time that those living in the UAE will have such an…
JEDDAH — Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman received a phone call on Friday from Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, during which the two leaders discussed the latest developments in Lebanon and the region. The call also reviewed ongoing efforts aimed at strengthening security and stability across the region. President Aoun expressed his deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s support for Lebanon and the Kingdom’s efforts to promote stability and peace in the region. Source: Saudi Gazette
ISTANBUL — Abdullah Saleh Kamel, Chairman of the Federation of Saudi Chambers and President of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development, called for greater adoption of Saudi Arabia’s experience in empowering waqf (endowment) institutions. He described them as one of the most effective tools for building sustainable wealth and supporting long-term development. Speaking at the opening of the 3rd Global Islamic Economy Summit in Istanbul, organized by the AlBaraka Forum for Islamic Economy under the theme “Capital in the Islamic Economy: Structuring Wealth for Sustainable Development,” Kamel said countries that have strengthened waqf through legislation and regulatory frameworks, particularly…
Orange Business recently secured a deal to supply French public hospital group GHT Rouen Coeur de Seine with a generative AI (genAI) platform. Move that will equip 15,000 health professionals across its network with secure sovereign AI tools. The French operator’s enterprise unit will deploy Live Intelligence, its enterprise genAI platform, across the hospital group to provide a controlled alternative to unverified public AI tools. It stated the long-term partnership spans infrastructure, strategy and operational support. Rouen University Hospital, the group’s support entity, selected the platform to govern AI usage and ensure secure deployment across its workforce. Orange Business said…