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Derian Receives Islamic Associations, Stresses Unity and Institutional Respect
Beirut: Grand Mufti of the Lebanese Republic, Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian, on Tuesday welcomed at Dar al-Fatwa delegations from several Islamic associations, who briefed him on their activities and expressed support for the role of the religious authori…
Sustainable Development Minister Participates in Diplomatic Forum
Manama: Noor bint Ali Alkhulaif, Minister of Sustainable Development and Chief Executive of the Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), participated in a panel on promoting investment opportunities and the Golden Residency Programme, as part of the …
Weather Forecast: Cold Storm Persists, Snow and Frost Warnings Issued
Beirut: The forecasting department at the Lebanese Meteorological Service on Tuesday said Lebanon will experience partly cloudy weather tomorrow, with fog on high ground and a slight rise in coastal temperatures.
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Capital Governor Receives Thai Ambassador
Manama: Shaikh Khalid bin Humood Al Khalifa, the Capital Governor, received Sumate Chulajata, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Kingdom of Bahrain. Shaikh Khalid bin Humood commended the bilateral relations between Bahrain and Thailand and …
Lebanon Sees Rise in Oil Prices as Gasoline and Diesel Costs Surge
Beirut: Oil prices in Lebanon experienced an upward trend on Tuesday. The prices for 95- and 98-octane gasoline rose by LBP 6,000, while diesel saw an increase of LBP 3,000. Additionally, the cost of a gas cylinder climbed by LBP 8,000.
According to…
Raggi Says Ceasefire Terms Require Weapons Exclusively Under State Authority
Beirut: Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi stated that the ceasefire agreement necessitates the transfer of weapons to state institutions. He emphasized that this condition is essential for ending Israeli attacks, restoring sovereignty, and unlocking inte…
Floodwaters Inundate Homes, Farmland in Akkar After River Overflows
Akkar: Floodwaters from the Nahr al-Kabir overflowed shortly after midnight, inundating agricultural land and several homes in parts of the Akkar Plain, following a sharp rise in water levels caused by the ongoing storm and heavy rainfall. The floodin…
US Warns Americans: ‘Leave Iran Now’
Bengaluru: The virtual US Embassy for Iran: warned American citizens Monday to exit the country without delay as nationwide unrest continues to escalate. “Leave Iran now,” the embassy stated in a security alert, urging its nationals to plan for depart…
MoPWT: Field Operations Ongoing as Storm Persists, Littering Fuels Flood Risks
Beirut: The Ministry of Public Works and Transport on Tuesday confirmed that its field operations remained ongoing amid the storm and heavy rainfall, stressing that prevention “remains a shared responsibility.”
According to National News Agency – Le…
Diplomatic Forum 2026 Explores Bahrain’s Role in UN Security Council and Regional Geopolitics
Manama: As part of the Diplomatic Forum organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to mark Bahrain Diplomatic Day, observed annually on January 14, a session was held on Bahrain and the United Nations Security Council, focusing on geopolitical dimen…